American aeronauts eye St Louis gain in long distance record
The article discusses American plans to challenge the world long distance balloon record from St Louis in the coming summer and autumn contests. It notes Lieut Lahm and Count de La Vaulx as key figures, explains why St Louis offers a larger chance, and cites historical flights and routes across Europe and North America. It highlights the Lahm cup contest and the potential for new records, with emphasis on wind directions and geography shaping outcomes. The piece also references European enthusiasm and the broader aim of advancing U S aeronautics through the international cup race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Lieut? Lahm
Paris
England
Count de la Vaulx
Europe
United States
Count Henry de la Vaulx
de la Vaulx
Frank P. Lahm
Channel
Lahm
Norway
Arctic Ocean
Kieff
Russia
America
John Wise
New York
Wise
Rockies
Maine
Canada
Need foren labor in Taylor Texas grows as cotton chopping prices rise
Taylor merchants report a labor shortage as farmers seek cotton choppers amid warm weather and weed growth. A delegation led by Constant Owen Olive plans to recruit German and other foreign labor in Galveston. Prices for cotton chopping reach 1 to 1.25 dollars per acre, double the usual rate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taylor
Tex
Balck Land
Wiliamson County
Moore
Taylor and Vicinity
Galveston
Constant Owen Olive
Ultimate Fate of Fish
An old fisherman argues that fish never die a natural death in the wild and that captivity alters mortality. He says a fish’s life is strenuous and selfish, driven by predation and survival, not peaceful longevity, and that natural death would imply undisturbed life which does not occur in nature.
Sailor Recounts Wreck and Shore Landing during Inquiry
A sailor explains he was wrecked at sea and washed ashore, disputing the accusation of being a tramp. The unidentified lady of the house questions his cleanliness and status as a passenger in the local scene.
Five Years Each for Arson in Cleburne Granary Fire
Fred Err and Henry Reeves pleaded guilty to burning the granary of L. W. Roper in Cleburne Texas on May 2. Both men received five years apiece in the state reform school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleburne
Tex
Fred Err
Henry Reeves
Guy
L. W Roper
Picayune reports cotton crop damage and recovery outlook
The Picayune notes hot dry winds through the week in Louisiana and southern Mississippi slow recovery but no major replanting. It estimates the crop will not exceed 60 percent of last year, with 2 to 10 percent land abandonment and boll weevil damage in several parishes and counties. In Red River Parish up to 20 percent of land is poor due to weevil ravages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
The
Picayune
Louisiana
Mississippi
Natchitoches Parish
St. Tammany Parish
Hinds
Miss
Red River Parish
Talking chicken raises hopes for California breeder
San Jose rancher Clinton H Willis on Monterey road after ten years of breeding has produced a chicken from a parrot guinea hen cross. The fowl resembles a chicken except for its bill, toe arrangement, and it speaks phrases like Good morning Clint and Chanterbacker Clint along with a three syllable cuss. Willis declined a $200 offer to buy the bird as he plans to improve the line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Jose
Cal
Clinton H. Willis
Monterey
Clint
Willis
Patrick seeks pardon for Albert T. Patrick
Friends of Albert T. Patrick, jailed for the Rice murder, press Governor Hughes to consider a clemency bid. They hope to win release before Hughes’ term ends, continuing a campaign that secured life imprisonment after a death sentence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Higgins
Albert T. Patrick
William Marsh Rice
Hughes
Patrick
Plumbers of St Louis Seek Texas Prosecution
Coyne Bros of St Louis petitioned Texas Attorney General R Davidson to prosecute the plumbing trust in Texas. They offered to supply evidence and claimed to have enough to secure a conviction. Davidson replied he would proceed if provided with evidence, which will be furnished at once.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
Brooks
Waters Pierce Oil Company
J. D. Johnson
St. Louis
Texas
S. T. B. Cochran
Eckhardt
Williamson County
Messrs. Cochran
Penn
Court of Civil Appeals
Davidson
Coyne Bros
R. ‘. Davidson
Plumbing
Lone Star
Coynes
cotton futures hit 13 cents on New Orleans exchange
New Orleans buyers watched cotton futures rise to 13 cents per pound for the first time in almost four years as the July option touched the level amid reports an English syndicate plans to buy 100,000 bales of July.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
July cotton hits 12 cents on New York C C at open gains
New York cotton futures rose to 12 cents a pound for July on the New York Cotton Exchange Friday after an early drop to 11.50. The contract closed near 11.95 with a daily advance around two dollars per bale as bulls supported the market. Traders cited large export buying and potential Liverpool shipments, with rumors of a corner in old crop options.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
New York Cotton Exchange
Liverpool
Austin Post Office Receipts Show Growth in May
The Austin post office reported May receipts of 7783 dollars, up from 6572 dollars in May 1906. The increase of 1211 dollars, or 18 percent, is described as a very satisfactory showing for the capital city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
Campbell Rifles Reunion Invites Texans to Milano May 27
Invitations issued by the adjutant general's department signed by John Newton B F Delamater and L Bedell invite members of the Tom Campbell Rifles to the first annual reunion at Milano Mane on May 27 Governor Campbell will speak at the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
John Newton
B. F. Delamater
L. Bedell
Adjutant General's Department
Tom Campbell Rifles
Milano Mane
Governor Campbell
Postmaster Receives Second Salary Raise in Three Years
Flatonia Texas post office reports a salary raise this year marking the second increase in three years due to rising business. Assistant Postmaster Fred Laux and family are visiting Austin this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flatonia
Tex
Fred Laux
Austin
Corsicana Bonds Approved for Refunding Issue
The Attorney General's Department on Thursday approved a $20,000 Corsicana refunding bond issue in Austin Texas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
Attney General’s Department
Ballplayer's Leg Broken At West Point Game
In West Point Texas a Sunday baseball game among Black players was halted after a player suffered a broken thigh. The injury occurred during play, ending the contest and sending the injured man for medical treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Point
Tex
A Mississippi Duel Leaves Brother Dead in Ashland
In Ashland Mississippi Marvin Mathers was killed instantly after a knife duel with his brother Don Mathers during drinking. Don Mathers sustained multiple wounds and is not expected to recover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashland
Miss
Marvin
Don Mathers
Don
Theft at Caldwell drug store yields small cash haul
At Gramm and Kratchar in Caldwell Texas a thief pried open the cash drawer Tuesday night and stole about eight to ten dollars. Officers are pursuing the culprit by train as they search for the suspect.
Education Board Purchases 3000 Harper Bonds
The Board of Education in Austin Texas on Wednesday bought the 3000 issue of Harper Gillespie County independent school district bonds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin, Tex
Board of Education
Harper, Gillespie County
Dr Williams Pink Pills Cure Nervous Sufferer
An ad extols Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People as blood enriching remedy for nervous disorders. It cites a Boston area case of paralysis fear and neuralgia, claiming– with patient testimonial from Mrs Harriet E Porter of Medford MA– improved nerves, fewer dizzy spells, and recovery. Benefits listed include anemia rheumatism headaches neuralgia and other neural disorders with home treatment booklet offered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Williams
Harriet E. Porter
Liberty Avenue
South
Medford
Mass
Medicine Company
Mining Corporations Tap Yukon Creeks for Dredging Expansion
Consular Reports note corporations mine the Klondike Yukon Dawes Bogarn Dawes area and Hunker ceding more on Dominion and other creeks. Many miners once employed directly or by wages now see dredges in operation or under construction increasing需求 for provisions clothing machinery hardware and transport from Dawson to mining sites.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Klondike
Yukot
Dawes - Bogannn
Dominion
Dawson
Diaz Receives Military Painting Of Puebla Battle
A ceremonial gift to President Diaz features a Francisco de Mendoza painting showing Diaz in action at the Puebla battle during the French invasion. The artwork, created at the request of twelve state governors, honors the Mexican commander and his role in the victory cited by the Mexican Herald.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Diaz
Puebla
Francisco de P. Mendoza
National School of Fine Arts
Military College
Mexican Herald
Yucatan Rises From Poverty to Prosperity
Merida the capital and its province have transformed from among Mexico’s poorest to among its richest. The city exhibits well paved streets and lighting, with white wing crews maintaining upkeep. Palatial homes line clean newly painted streets as mule cars spread across the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yucatan
Merida
Old Editor Finds Grape-Nuts Food Heals Weight and Strength
An Oklahoma editor declares Grape-Nuts worth more than a $2000 doctor bill after gaining 25 pounds and restoring brain power and vigor. He credits the nutritious, tasty food with his recovery and urges others to try it, noting the slogan There’s a Reason and recommending Road to Wellville in the packaging.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Okla
Wellville
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F. T. Fehrenkamd
Devoe and Masvry
Dandy Windmills
Mouton
Waters Pierce
Robert J. Eckhardt
Jamaf
Picayune’s Cotton Report
Bob Weevil
Governor High
Plumbing Trust
English Syndicate
Campbell Rifles
Reunion
DR. Williams
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