Prominent Men and Their Outdoor Hobbies in 1910s America
The article lists notable figures from Taft to Roosevelt and merchants like Morgan and Rockefeler, noting hobbies ranging from golf and sailing to opera, kite flying, cycling, and camping. It highlights how leisure pursuits provide relief from high pressure duties and reflect wide personal interests among leaders and influencers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Lfe
Taft
Alexander Graham Bell
Ha’s
Emil Berliner
Thomas Edison
J. Pierpont Morgan
France
Treasure Hunters Seek Captain Kidd Loot in Maine Coast
A Washington Herald report cites F R Johnson of Wiscasset Maine describing about a dozen alleged Kidd treasure spots along eastern Maine. One claimed site lies in Musselridge channel near Twobush Island and Owl's Head, while another near Godlead marsh inland from Penobscot Bay shows earth and soil moved by treasure seekers over years to uncover coins.
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Maine
Captain Kidd
East Africa
F. R. Johnson
Wiscasset
Washington Herald
Capt. Kidd
Musselridge Channel
Thomaston
Twobush Island
Whitehlead
Twobush
Owl’s Head
White Head
Godlead Marsh
Marsh Creek
Penobscot River
Penobscot Bay
Bread as a Staff of Life Across Civilizations
The text extols cereals including oats corn wheat and rice as potent staples for human nutrition. It traces the term loaf keeper lord to feudal roots and cites panem et circenses. It notes cereals’ global prominence and argues for diverse palatable forms while predicting price stability due to abundant bumper crops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia Telegraph
Dowager Vanderbilt Defies Threatened New York Invasion
Mrs Cornelius Vanderbilt, a leading dowager in New York society, says she will not abandon her house despite the city plans to widen streets by cutting down her front fence. Nearby, Miss Helen Gould faced displacement as trade and street widening affected her neighborhood and compelled her to move.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornelius Vanderbilt
New York
Misa Helen Gould
Widow Wowed Men in Breezy Chicago Verse
A satirical poem by G. K. S. in the Chicago Tribune laments widows as irresistible to men. The piece riffs on male folly, flirtation, and the widow’s charm, portraying her as a temptress who spurs wooing, jealousy, and romantic bravado among suitors.
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Chicago Tribune
Northwest farmers seek Canadian United States free trade
About 1,000 embattled farmers from the Canadian northwest visited Ottawa to press for reciprocal free trade with the United States and other measures. They demand free entry for farm products and certain farm implements, and a phased tariff reduction to enable eventual free trade with Britain within ten years, while acknowledging limits from U S access and eastern Canadian manufacturers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canadian Northwest
Ottawa
Dominion
United States
Canada
Laurier
Home Market Urges Trade Strength and Domestic Use
The Troy Times argues the United States has the largest, best home market with $24 billion annual production but exports rarely exceed $1.88 billion. It contends foreign trade is less vital than cultivating internal demand and denies critics who aim to protect the home market.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Troy Times
Lincoln and McKinley Tariff Debate Cited by News Journal
The Woburn Journal cites Lincoln and McKinley on protective tariffs, arguing tariffs protected industry and national growth. It quotes Lincoln saying domestic purchases keep money in the country and praises McKinley for protections proving themselves through results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
McKinley
Republican
New England
McKinney
Woburn
Mass
Mr. Bryan's Position and 1896 1900 1898 Support
The piece questions Mr. Bryan's demand that the next Democratic presidential candidate backed the 1896 1900 and 1898 nominees, noting sarcasm over omissions for 1904 1892 and 1872 when Bryan or supporters backed other candidates. The plain answer: Bryan was not the candidate in those years.
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Mr. Bryan
Weaver
Horace Greeley
Panama Canal Legislation Urged For Prompt Action
All discuss legislation on the Panama canal is timely and should be nonpartisan. There is broad desire to complete and run the canal successfully, with prompt attention to fortifications tolls and general management, and to heed the president’s recommendations.
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Panama Canal
Congress
Economy time forces Republicans to cut public spending
The piece argues that if Democrats gain control of Congress and the presidency, they will win politically by contrasting Republican financial methods. It urges Republicans to signal the end of their control by cutting public expenditure to a purely business basis, as the president desires.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Democratic defeats and reluctant wins across states
George Harvey argues in the North American Review that Democrats failed to secure victories nationally. He notes Dix, Harmon, and Bryan performed poorly in key states while Republicans won or held offices, and Wilson's election helped advance a Republican legislature in New Jersey. The piece portrays Democratic triumphs as forced by a discontented electorate rather than genuine victories.
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New York
Dix
Chanler
Ohio
Harmon
Bryan
New Jersey
Wilson
Connecticut
Massachusetts
Baldwin
Roosevelt
Foss
Indiana
Beveridge
Maine
Hale
Achilles
Nebraska
George Harvey
The
North American Review
Bryan's Test of Democracy in Democratic Aspirants
The article argues that Bryan remains a central but limited factor in the party's fate. It asserts his test of support for the national Democratic ticket across historical campaigns and labels him as narrow in vision for endorsing universal free silver. It warns progressives against reviving his divisive approach.
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Bryan
Democratic Party
National Democratic
Mr. Bryan
No Great Profits In Manufacturing
Albany Journal argues against tariff opponents noting dividend rates in manufacturing lag others. It cites United States Steel at five percent on bonds and five on common, American Woolen seven percent on preferred, zero on common, American Sugar Refining seven percent on both, and American Locomotive seven on preferred but none on common.
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United States Steel Corporation
American Woolen Company
American Sugar Refining Company
American Locomotive Company
Albany Journal
Selfishness In Dominant Party Tariff Attack
Democratic members stand for local protective schedules in their districts and acted apart during the Aldrich Payne tariff framing. Their leadership is vague with no consistent policy and no power to unify. Despite pretensions, practical tariff reform from them seems hopeless.
Senator Aldrich and 2000 Subjects Tariff Revision Debate
Henry Watterson questions Senator Aldrich proposal to revise tariffs by subjects not schedules. The idea is unclear and may extend for decades. Aldrich leaves the Senate after March 4, avoiding the long process.
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Aldrich
Henry Watterson
Senate
Vagaries of Finance in Rural Town
A farmer, Countessel, says he has paid off his mortgage, but laments hard times as neighbors also clear loans leaving him with idle money nobody wants to borrow. The exchange highlights local credit scarcity and cautious borrowing in a tight economy.
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Countessel
Eczema Gone and Boils Cured by Cuticura Remedies
A Colorado Springs mother reports her infant son’s eczema clearing after three months of prescribed treatment and switch to Cuticura Soap and Ointment. She notes teething boils also healed and the child’s health improving to a healthy, glossy-haired state by age two with continued use of the products.
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Mary W. Remsey
E. Jackson St
Colorado
Springs
Colo
Stamps Vending Machines Draw Patient Protest
A Massachusetts avenue drug store case highlights public discontent with stamp vending machines. A woman protested two-cent stamps sold at two for a nickel slot, bought two stamps for a dime, and left six cents in change, not returning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts Avenue
Bassett
Indianapolis News
Defiance Starch Boosts Home Laundering Appearance
The article notes fine wash goods gain appeal from laundering with proper starching. It recommends Defiance Starch as the first essential, providing strength to stiffen fabrics without thickening, and promises improved results with home laundering.
Robber Confrontation Reported in Gas Meter Incident
An unusual confrontation with a robber is described, with the suspect questioning a victim about heroism. The dialogue hints at a failed attempt and a gas meter remains unaffected, leaving questions about the incident’s context and location.
Diphtheria and Sore Throat Remedies Highlighted
A notice promotes rapid relief from sore throat symptoms by using Hamlins Wizard Oil suggesting it cures in a day or two. It contrasts quick relief with extended bed rest for illnesses like diphtheria quinsy and tonsillitis.
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Ace
Pettit's Eye Salve Promoted for Quick Relief
An advertisement touts Pettit's Eye Salve as the best remedy for eye troubles aimed at women, claiming strong results and urging purchase from Howard Brothers druggists in Buffalo New York for 25 cents.
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Pettit
Howard Bros
Buffalo
N.Y
Resinol cures eczema and skin eruptions says ad
A promotional claim extols Resinol as a universal cure for eczema erythema tetter herpes psoriasis and other eruptive skin diseases. The ad touts Resinol Soap and Salve with Baltimore Maryland based Resinol Chemical Co as the seller.
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Resinoi
Resinol Chemical Co
Baltimore
Five Golden Rules For Arranging Flowers
To arrange flowers observe five rules including using abundant foliage and light placement. Limit to two or three flower kinds per decoration and aim for bold contrast or soft harmony. Let the flowers take center stage and keep glasses simple in white green or rose to suit the blooms.
Nephew and Uncle Comment on Opera Ladies Diamonds
The dialog has Uncle Josh quipping that women in the boxes should raise enough money from their diamonds to buy clothes, as his nephew asks for an opinion on the opera. The exchange reflects period humor and social teasing.
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Josh
Spohn's Distemper Cure Ad Promotes Sales
Distemper in horses and dogs across ages cured or prevented with Spohn's Distemper Cure. Over 600,000 bottles sold last year. Available at druggists or from Spohn Medical Co. Agents wanted. Goshen Indiana.
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Spohn
Spahn Medical Co
Goshen, Ind
Privacy and Neighbors Share Duties in Houston Post Quote
A witty line from the Houston Post jokes that when a wife is away, neighbors take on the tale of what a man does. The quip hints at social norms and neighborhood oversight in urban life.
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Houston Post
No man knows how much he misses when losing a chance
A reflective aphorism notes that people underestimate the value of missed chances to give pleasure and the lingering regret that follows such omissions.
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Sikeston
Lydia E. Pinkham
Dema Beteune
Lydia E. Piham
Thompson
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Weington
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