Ambition and betrayal shape Bender corruption plot
Allan Gray, a young editor, joins Smith's Weekly to expose city graft in Bender. The paper rises in influence until Gregory buys Smith's Weekly, revealing deceit. Gray suspends publication over forged terms, wins sheriff, and remains steadfast to truth amid political manipulation.
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Allan Gray
Smith
Bender
Mr. Gray
Mildred
Allan
Gray
Gregory
Waterworks Department
Mr. Smith
Mr. Gregory
Jim Smith
W. G. Chapman
Dangerous Bridges and Safety Priority Across States
Engineering records show many states have numerous inferior bridges. Local officials often favor road surface improvements over bridge repairs, creating safety risks. Prioritize funding to ensure all bridges are safe and well maintained before paving or widening roads.
Elaborate Chinese Funerals
Chinese funerals are extremely lavish with no expense spared to honor the deceased. The after-death rites can bankrupt families as lavish ceremonies extend for weeks and months, with daily offerings and many relatives gathering from afar and priests assisting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Navy students seek lessons as war reshapes ship building
Washington report notes Congress debates naval needs amid World War I lessons. Experts say speed and heavy long range guns favor battle cruisers over many smaller ships, with future naval appropriations likely to reflect evolving sea combat lessons and potential global shipbuilding changes.
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Edward B. Clark
Western
Union
Washington
Congress
Navy
Navy Department
Naval Committee
House of Representatives
Lion
Tiger
New Zealand
Bluecher
Moltke
Derfflinger
South Pacific
South Atlantic
North Sea
Naval Affairs
65-Cent Rooster Returns After Legal Battle
West Denver resident Charles Utt spent 16 dollars to reclaim a rooster valued at 65 cents. The bird escaped, wandered the alley, and was captured by local boy Ralph Nissen who refused to return it. Utt filed replevin in Justice Rice's court at cost, with deputy constable transport, before the rooster was returned.
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Denver
Charles Utt
Utt
Ralph Nissen
Justice Rice
Robert Shores
Nissen
Shores
Ear Sustains Gun Thunder in Berlin Study
Berlin ear specialist reports that among fifty-one artillerymen observed over a year no objective ear injuries appeared and only four complained of subjective issues like ringing. One burst eardrum case was found. Ordinary recruits show little lasting damage, while long serving officers often leave with chronic deafness or tinnitus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Sho
Deaf Boy Near Keller Fame Through Care and Treatment
Ernest Smith, five, deaf and almost blind, was adopted from a city hospital by the Missouri Sunshine society. After years of treatment he now distinguishes colors, notices visitors, and shows a keen sense of touch and observation. Authorities say his recovery foreshadows notable achievements with continued care.
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St. Louis
Ernest Smith
Missouri
International Sunshine Society
Helen Keller
Missouri School For the Blind
F. W. Baumhoff
Missouri Sunshine Society
Death toll trends in modern warfare challenged
An article argues that modern wars cause fewer deaths than past conflicts due to advances in surgery antiseptics sanitation and medical efficiency. It cites percentage declines in deaths across wars from Seven Years War to Manchurian and Turco campaigns and notes data gaps for European war losses.
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Amsterdam
Borodino
Austerlitz
Waterloo
Solferino
Mukden
Liaochang
Lule-Burgas
May eat only state bread in Dresden
Report from Dresden says residents now receive bread destined for the next day each evening. People buy large supplies to enjoy fresh bread, prompting the Saxon government to order bakers to supply only stale bread in the evening and threatening pastry bans.
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Dresden
Amsterdam
Priests killed in Belgium Nazren Namur reports 27 dead
An astonishingly large number of priests have been killed in Belgium with the Namur bishopric reporting 27 dead and 12 missing. The figures indicate a severe slaughter affecting church clergy across the region.
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Antwerp
Belgium
Namur
Automobiles of Renowned Reputation in Strong Market Demand
The article notes the auto industry has matured from a toy to a staple industry with established names. It predicts 1915 will favor cars built on honesty and value, with a growing market including farmers seeking high grade standard cars over cheaper shoddy products. Prosperity hinges on stable general conditions and broad market expansion.
Saving money by watching your car mechanics
The owner who wants to save money and enjoys tinkering can greatly cut costs by observing his car’s mechanism himself. This practice builds knowledge of how the car operates and teaches handling to minimize wear and tear while enabling him to detect and eliminate unusual noises before serious trouble arises.
Abuse Costs in Automobiles
A light car that never reaches 20 mph and is properly cared for will last many years with little overhaul. In contrast a car driven fast on rough roads for a few weeks suffers rapid wear and a repair bill reflecting harsh usage.
Repairing Motorcycle Tires Debunking Mold Myth
The article notes repairmen often refuse motorcycle tire work fearing need for sectional molds. It states cementing two or three plies of light fabric inside, flattening the casing, and curing repairs on the tube plate suffices.
Australians Demand Right Hand Drive Cars
Australians seek right hand drive vehicles as they drive on the left side of the road. They want high clearance cars similar to American models due to comparable road conditions.
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Australia
United States
Power and Gears in Automotive Transmission
The article notes engine power hinges on gear construction and mesh. It explains adjustable bearings in the transmission pinion shaft and differential keep gears in accurate mesh under all road and travel conditions, preserving efficiency over the life of the car.
Scraper-Prevents Dirt on Car Running Board
A proposed foot scraper attaches to the running board to remove mud from shoes. The device sits into the board and lets scraped dirt fall through, eliminating the mud gathering on the running board and skirts.
Running board shoe scraper proposal for dust control
A shoe scraper on the running board is proposed to permit this. Critics worry about dust and the disruption of clean lines, but a tin guard under the board ahead of the scraper would deflect dust and prevent trouble.
Simple auto mobile shock absorber from Modern Mechanics
An easy to make shock absorber for cars uses a bent half inch spring steel coil five turns long. Bolt the clip to the axle and bolt through the frame to attach. Tempered springs are recommended and a set of four should be used on the car to reduce vibration and help prevent skidding.
Good Advice to Drivers on Overtaking and Signaling
Advice stresses blowing horn when overtaking to alert the other driver and passing on the left to avoid being crowded. It warns signaling turns with extended arms and cautions about right turns at intersections. Also urges slowing at grade crossings and watching for trains.
Farmers Buy Many Cars in Washington State
Official Washington state statistics from Olympia show 9 779 cars sold in 12 months. Rural districts bought 5 580 cars while urban areas in Seattle Spokane and Tacoma accounted for 3 199 sales. Seattle led with 1 852 cars, followed by Spokane 878 and Tacoma 672.
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Washington
Olympia
Tacoma
Seattle
Spokane
Interstate quarantine boosts truck transport over horses
Interstate quarantine rules curb foot and mouth disease slow horse hauling at state lines. Trucks move through boundaries without delay, underscoring the motor truck as the eventual replacement for disqualified horse teams.
Lamp Brackets Cause Squeaks In Vehicle Frames
A disagreeable squeak may come from a head lamp bracket. If not solidly attached to the frame a squeak arises from this point. A loose rivet or bolt is often the cause of the annoyance.
Look Rim Bolts Over
Heavy strain on demountable rim bolts demands frequent inspections to ensure nuts stay tight and threads remain good. Worn bolts cause avoidable accidents, highlighting the need for maintenance and replacement as needed.
Hard Water Echoes in Baby’s Crying Scene
A humorous overheard exchange shows a baby crying during a bath while a parent notes the water’s hardness. The light moment uses dialogue to contrast the baby’s discomfort with the reply about the bath’s conditions.
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H. M. Egbert
Tom Vincent
Heelers
Ginger
Dead Strew Streets
Lille
Princess Mary
Mary
King George of
Great Britain
Prince of Wales
London
Arthur Foley W. Ingram
London Rifle Brigade
World
Handy Man
Power and Gears
Clean Running Board
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