Pennsylvania Railroad to Plant 2,250,000 Trees for Ties
The Pennsylvania Railroad plans a vast private forest planting this spring, setting out about 2,209,000 red elm, Scotch pine, chestnut, locust and catalpa trees over roughly a thousand acres in Mount Union, Altoona, and Hollidaysburg. The move aims to secure a future supply of railroad ties as scarcity and cost rise.
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Bell from Maine to be used for Jamestown Exposition mark
The Boston Herald reports metal rescued from the old Maine in Havana will go to Virginia authorities for casting a bell to top the Virginia building at the Jamestown exposition. The Navy Dept has asked for about 2000 pounds and orange sources say 3200 pounds may come from the Brooklyn Navy Yard though source safety limits.
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North Foie Auto Station Aids Code Names
Fragmentary OCR notes describe an auto station at North Foie with references to six automobiles, file explorers, and a pale roof. Mentions a project or construction underway in December under an authority linked to Drookira leader, with unclear roles for Nav Yor and Am Warks.
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Liberty Bell to Arrive for Jamestown Exposition
Norfolk Virginia May 18 The James town Exposition company says objections to bringing the Liberty Bell from Philadelphia have been overcome and the bell will arrive after May 15. It will be installed in the Pennsylvania building, a reproduction of Independence Hall.
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Bribery Charges Grow Over Parkside Franchise Deal
Abraham Ruef testified before the grand jury about the Parkside Traction company bribery tied to a San Francisco trolley franchise. Prosecutors allege Parkside directors paid Ruef $20,000 to secure the franchise, with $1,000 to each of 18 supervisors and the remaining funds split with Ruef and Mayor Schmitz. The original bribe was $750 per supervisor, later raised to $1,000 after the city sought a trolley franchise, and Ruef allegedly kept $39,000 as the case progressed.
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Gave Life for Brother on Trestle Rescue Heroic 11 Year Old
Hugh Starr 11 of Dallas Georgia saved his younger brother from a trestle and was crushed by a Southern Railway passenger train. His mother and the orphaned boy witnessed the tragedy as the incident unfolded on a May day. The rescued child suffered a broken arm.
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Society Photographer Ends Life in New York Apartment
May 18 report from New York states photographer and publisher Edwin B. Bidwell, famed in local society circles, killed himself with poison in his elegant West 36th Street apartment. A note to Alfred G. Vanderbilt and others cited inability to earn a living as his reason amid advancing years. The scene included many society portraits and three letters hinting at motive.
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Eewin B. Bidwell
West 361H Street
Alfred G. Vanderbilt
Idaho Judge Delivers Contempt Question in Orchard Case
In Boise on May 18 Judge Wood opened an inquiry into interviews with Harry Orchard, the confessed Slayer of ex Governor Steunenberg. Prosecution argues Governor Gooding and certain papers sought to bolster Orchard while defense cites prejudice and seeks to curb juror influence. The court ordered inspections of the interviews and potential actions to prevent future incidents.
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Morgan Line Piers Burned in New York Fire
Fire destroyed Morgan Line piers at the foot of Canal Street in Manhattan. A large amount of flight stored on the pier burned. several ships were endangered but narrowly escaped. Damages run high, with claims reaching hundreds of thousands of dollars amid a costly blaze.
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President and Mrs Roosevelt Head to Pine Knot Virginia
The president and Mrs Roosevelt with son Archie arrived at Pine Knot Virginia to relax through heat week. Secret Service guard Sloan is quartered at Plain Dealing as the family enjoys the cottage setting, Archie with guns and fishing gear, Skip the terrier.
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Cossacks Shoot Down Workers in Polish Turmoil
In Lodz on May 18 a Cossack patrol killed 21 and wounded 47 at Kuttner's Spinning Mills after terrorists raided a mail wagon, took $1000, and wounded two post office officials. Officials and workers, 68 in total, were slain amid retaliatory firing. The factory employees deny involvement in the attack.
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Welcome Italian Duke Visits Philadelphia
The Duke D Abruzzi cousin of the King of Italy and admiral of the Italian navy visited Philadelphia on May 18. He called on Mayor Reyburn at City Hall and was granted the freedom of the city. He toured League Island navy yard and met Captain Miller, then visited the Italian consulate and the Rittenhouse Club. Also seen were Count Attili Fabbri, Admiral Guiseppe Prungig, C C A Baldi, and William Potter.
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Addicks Sued Again Over Bay State Gas Recovery
In Philadelphia May 18 Judge McPherson authorized Bay State Gas receiver George Wharton Pepper to collect 890000 from J Edward Addicks, president of the company. The suit targets bonds of Queen City Construction Co of Buffalo, acquired by Bay State during reorganization. bonds valued at 1000000. This is the last suit Pepper brings to settle Bay State affairs.
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Four Rooms Cost 56849 in Capitol Banking Dept Furnishings
Auditors report the total furnishings cost for the Pennsylvania Capitol banking department suite was 55819.37 dollars. Examinations room 25142.85, deputy commissioners office 11419.81, commissioners apartment 20080.71, telief room 115 dollars.
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Retail Trade Improves Amid Irregular Conditions
New York May 18 This Weekly Review reports improvement in retail trade due to seasonable weather and prompt payments as spring merchandise moves, though conditions remain irregular. Farm price spikes from crop damage are noted, with subsequent hesitancy about future dates, while wholesale fall goods trade is brisk and manufacturing stays busy. Grain exports show wheat and corn totals for the week and year-to-date, with growing import activity and better freight movement overall.
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R. G. Dun & Co
Review of Trade
Theseran Alese
Bradstreet's
Baseball Scores From Yesterday's Games Across Leagues
Results include American League: St Louis 12 over Athletics 1, New York 5 over Detroit 3, Washington 4 over Chicago 1, Cleveland 6 over Boston 5 in 10 innings. National League signals Cincinnati 12 over Philadelphia 4, Chicago 5 over Boston 1, Pittsburgh 1 over Brooklyn 0, New York 2 over St. Louis 1 in 12 innings at New York, 4: St. Louis 0 in 2nd game. Tri-State: Lancaster 8? Williamsport 1, Altoona 6 over Wilmington 0, Trenton 3 over Johnstown 2, York 7 over Harrisburg 6 in the 3rd game, Harrisburg 6 over York 2 in the 2nd game. Atlantic: Reading 4 over Pottsville 3, Newark 3 over Easton 1, Allentown 1 over Elizabeth 2, Brooklyn 8 over Chester 2.
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No better paint than this expert blend claims
The article extols a paint mixture said to be the ideal blend of pure carbonate of lead oxide of zinc and linseed oil in precise proportions. It emphasizes that experts agree this formula, thoroughly mixed by machinery, yields superior coverage and durability.
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