United States to Recognize the Republic of China
Washington officials announce the U S government will officially recognize the Chinese republic. Secretary Bryan and President Wilson confer at the White House to finalize notes for China. A formal note to the Chinese minister is prepared as diplomacy resumes.
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San Francisco
United States
Republic . of China
Washington
Bryan
Wilson
White House
State Department
China
Constituent Assembly
Easter Sunday Tornado Claims Two More in Omaha
In Omaha Nebraska two more victims of Easter Sunday’s tornado are identified. Field H% Russell aged 62 died from injuries after timber fell in the disaster. A five year old Ludington girl also died hastening her scarlet fever recovery. Mayor Dahlman calls April 5 and 6 as volunteer clean up days urging merchants to grant holidays for workers to aid the devastated district.
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Omaha
Neb
Russell
Henry Ludington
James C. Dahlman
Ohio River Reaches Record High At Cairo Illinois
Cairo Illinois reports the Ohio River peak at 54.4 feet Tuesday surpassing the previous high by 0.3 foot. The river continues to rise and residents await further flooding updates as reports of damage in other cities arrive but could not be verified locally.
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Cairo
Ill
Flood Situation Deepens in Paducah as River Rises
The Paducah flood worsens hourly with first floors flooded across wholesale houses and many retail stores. The river climbs to 52.2 feet and is forecast to rise four more feet, which would leave only five city blocks above water.
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Paducah
Fatal Burlington wreck claims two lives near Wakeley
A head on collision between two Burlington passenger trains at Wakeley, five miles east of Sheridan, Wyoming, killed Walter C. Taylor route agent for Adams Express and Mump Mobbery of Tacoma. A third man died later, one was fatally injured and seven others were seriously hurt.
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Burlington
Sheridan
Wyo
Wakeley
Here
Walter C. Taylor
Adams Express Company
Mump
Mobbery
Tacoma
Wash
Fund Reaches 170246.52 for Easter Tornado Sufferers
Omaha reports the general relief committee has collected 170246.52 dollars to aid victims of the Easter tornado, with funds received to date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha
General Relief Committee
Hopedale Draper Works Hit by First Strike
The Draper company in Hopedale Massachusetts the nation s largest textile machinery maker faces its first strike in 97 years Five hundred to six hundred foundry workers quit demanding a ten percent wage rise and end of piecework The town is home mainly to Draper cottages and no other industry is threatened.
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Hopedale
Mass
Draper Company
Industrial Workers of the World
Drapér Company
Second Fire Strikes Stockham in Three Months
A major blaze in Stockham Hamilton county destroyed three principal business buildings including Fred Rath’s large general store in a Rath building owned by J H Stevens of Fairfield and a barber shop public hall owned by Stuhl Swearingen, severely damaging the Stockham State bank.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aurora
Neb
Stockham
Hamilton County
Stockham State Bank
Fred Rath
J. H. Stevens
Fairfield
Stuhl Swearingen
Market Holds Steady After Morgan Death News
New York shares opened with small declines but hardly moved markets. Investors displayed calm trading as they absorbed the news of Mr. Morg an’s death with no strong market reaction evident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Mr. Morgan
Meat Prices Soar as Floods Hit Supplies
New York markets report meat prices at yearly highs with further increases expected. Dealers warn the current short supply will become acute unless shipments are quickly moved to the city, delayed by floods in Ohio and Indiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Ohio
Indiana
Wilson urges tariff changes to match modern industry
President Wilson addresses Congress in the 1913 tariff reform message urging schedules be updated to reflect industrial and economic changes. He stresses abolishing privileges, fostering competition, and expanding foreign trade while avoiding rash upheaval and focusing on development. The note ends with a call to open free channels of prosperity and to pursue banking reform later.
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Washington
Wilson
Senate
House
Congress
House of Representatives
Agalpat
Wevaren
Need Care of Home in Child Rearing Cited by Phil Physician
A Philadelphia doctor with strong hospital ties warns that about 90 of 100 babies sent to hospitals for upbringing die, a death rate seven times higher than those under direct maternal care. He argues a child needs more than food shelter and clothing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Jewels Define and Mark Women in Society Debates
A New York Times essay observes how women track and display jewels as markers of identity. The piece notes debutantes with delicate necklaces and dowagers with sturdy opulent pieces, each piece signaling status and personality within a social circle.
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Chronicle
Richard Barry
New York Times
Pretty
Sunshine and sunlight in life and girlhood
The writer compares sunlight to vitality in nature and people. He argues that, like potatoes needing light to digest, girls gain color and vitality from full exposure to sunshine, while those deprived appear pale and lacking spirit.
The Queen and Gambling at the Derby Tale
The London Opinion recounts a royal rail trip to the derby where Queen Mary refused a bet on a horse drawn by Princess Mary as a winner. King Edward proposed a half crown sweep and Prince Arthur offered five shillings to buy the horse, a plan she declined while it won easily. The tale highlights the queen’s enduring dislike of gambling.
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King Edward
Mary
Prince Arthur of
Connaught
London
Valuable Find Crushed by Cave Death in Manhattan District
A miner named Hub ley Was killed by a cave of rocks and debris weighing about forty tons. The fatal fall occurred while he worked alone for two years in a mine. The ore beneath was described as among the district's richest discoveries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manhattan
Gal
Hubley
Flowers in the Household Care Tips
Delineator offers four methods to extend cut flowers life. Soak stems in water, wash vase, keep cooler, and recut stems each morning to prevent air bubbles from blocking uptake. Regular water changes and nighttime cooling are advised for best results.
Cure of Baby's Rash With Cuticura Remedies
Mrs. Annie Saunders reports her six week old baby recovered from a severe facial rash that spread over the body with crusts and itching after using Cuticura Ointment and Soap. She notes rapid improvement and hair regrowth, with the child now clear and healthy. The ad promotes Cuticura products sold worldwide and offers a free sample and Skin Book.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monroe, Wis
Annie Saunders
Cuticura
Dept. L
Boston
No Little Girl for Him in Dancing Class
A six year old, from a prominent Indianapolis family, attends a dancing school and complains of being a “shortage.” He asks the teacher for a bigger partner, after sizing up a five year old girl who is small for her age but skilled at dancing.
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Indianapolis
Personality and growth through duty in ethics context
The text argues personality grows from a broader experience and inner cultivation through duty. It claims intellectual and moral achievements enrich personality, while the plan is to not cultivate it directly and instead focus on doing one’s duty, letting growth occur naturally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
RE. B. Andrews
International Journal of Ethics
A Mouse Creates Excitement Among Local Spinsters
A humorous remark notes that a mouse can stir as much excitement among about six spinsters as an eligible bachelor would. The line reflects social curiosities and playful stereotype in a small community.
It Is Not Every High Flyer Who Reaches the Top
A reflective column notes that achievement is uneven and many strive high yet never reach the pinnacle. It discusses ambition, perseverance, and the friction between effort and outcome in success narratives.
Bank Robber Shot by Marshal in Nebraska Bank
Clifford Rohr a Keya Paha county cowboy attempted to rob the First National bank in Naper Nebraska. He drew a revolver and fired on Vice-President Erickson as Marshal Zimmerman arrived with a pump shotgun. Rohr was killed by the marshal on the second shot. the officer was uninjured.
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Naper
First National’ Bank
Clifford Rohr
Keya Paha County
Marshall Zimmerman
Zimmerman
Rohr
Memorial Statue for General Thayer Faces State Approval
The lower house debated a memorial statue to General Thayer at Vicksburg. The finance committee cut the appropriation from 15000 to 1500 under G A R pressure, approving only the base, with full funding to be decided later by a subsequent session.
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Thayer
General Thayer
Vicksburg
Red Willow County Seeks Farm Demonstrator Support
Meetings across Red Willow county aim to raise 1200 dollars from farmers bankers and businessmen to fund a county farm demonstrator for field work this season. Nebraska would add a tenth county to its farm improvement program.
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Red Willow
McCook
Red Willow County
Nebraska
Eastern investor proposes street car plan for Grand Island
Announcement says an eastern capitalist seeks to buy both the private Grand Island Electric plant and the municipal electric plant to add a street car system if the public votes the required franchise. The move follows pending negotiations and would expand local transit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Island
Grand Island Electric Company
Municipal Electric
Lightning destroys barn near Table Rock in snow storm
A barn owned by Fred Luthy east of Table Rock was struck by lightning and destroyed along with its contents during a severe snow storm. The event occurred as the blizzard raged, with fire and rescue attempts not mentioned.
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Table Rock
Fred Luthy
Hastings Woman Scalded In Stove Accident
Hastings report says Mrs. J. M. Miller was severely burned at her home when a kettle of boiling water on a hot stove overturned after her sleeve caught the handle while she reached for a fire shovel. The incident occurred in Hastings with the water spilling over her clothing.
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Hastings
J. M. Miller
Man Injured in Wood Saw Engine Belt Accident
Albert Alberts of near Hallam is hospitalized in Beatrice after being caught in the belt wheel of a gasoline engine used on a wood saw. He suffered a broken leg serious internal injuries and head trauma.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tecumseh
Albert Alberts
Hallam
Beatrice
Carnegie Aids York College With Endowment Funds
York College receives 10000 from Andrew Carnegie toward a 50000 endowment. The pledge required the remaining 400000 to be raised, and President Schell has secured the needed funds to complete the goal.
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Carnegie
York College
York
Andrew Carnegie
Schell
Over 2 000 Miles by Horseback to Broken Bow Hometown
W J Lovelace once of Broken Bow and now a homesteader west of town arrived from Bardwell Kentucky after an over 2000 mile horseback journey. He traveled by horse to reach the city and share his travel feat.
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Broken Bow
W. J. Lovelace
Here
Bardwell
Thurston Farmer Ends Life in Pender Blacksmith Shop
D. Borchers, a farmer living northwest of Pender, died by suicide in a local blacksmith shop, shooting himself in the head with a revolver. Authorities reported no signs of foul play.
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Thurston Farmer
Self
D. Borchers
Pender
Blooded cattle sale canceled by state official
A blooded cattle sale at Fairbury was declared off by the state veterinarian due to tuberculosis in the herd.
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Fairbury
Oil Well Sold for Small Sum in Kearney Auction
The Shelton oil well, a long running proposition in Kearney where businessmen invested over 10000 without finding oil, sold at auction Tuesday for 330. A former stockholder purchased the machinery on the grounds for that price.
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Kearney
Shelton
Fifty Seek City Commissioner Posts in Spring Election
The city sees nearly fifty candidates running for city commissioner in the upcoming spring election, indicating broad public interest and a crowded race across multiple wards.
Finds Valuable Stones on Howe Farm
Sam Hughes of Howe near Auburn sent stones from his farm to an eastern lapidarist who reported high grade topazes and sapphires. Some stones cut are very beautiful and a few have been sold at fancy prices for ring settings.
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Auburn
Sam Hughes
Howe
Hughes
Runaway Team Injures Lincoln Woman Mary H Healy
Mrs. Mary 4 Healy, a 74 year old resident of Lincoln, was struck by a runaway horse and wagon on Saturday, suffering serious injuries.
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Mary 4. Healy
Lincoln
Rare Caesarean Operation Performed at Seward
A rare operation in Seward successfully performed on Mrs. William Crouch of Tamora. The procedure, Caesarean section, is noted for its demanding skill. The patient, twenty six years old, is reported to be doing well.
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Seward
Fire Burns Mrs. Wright Near York
Mrs. Lance Wright, near York, sustained severe burns to the chest and head while starting a fire in a range. She poured oil into the stove and an explosion followed.
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Lance Wright
York
Regan bill seeks 21 age limit for cigarette sales changes
The Regan bill in the house proposes selling cigarettes and papers only to persons over 21. It advances to the general file after committee action. The measure tightens penalties for sales to minors and marks the state’s move to modify the anti cigarette law.
No More Appropriation Bills To Aid Storm Sufferers
The finance committee of the house voted to indefinitely postpone the bill for a 100000 appropriation for a San Francisco world’s fair exhibit. The committee indicated little chance any other appropriation bills would be recommended for passage.
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Finance Committee
House of Representatives
Reconsidering Compensation Bill by Subcommittee
Senators Cordeal Heasty and Saunders with F. M. Coffey and others spent Saturday refining the workmen's compensation bill. Amendments proposed echo those attached to the House killed bill from Thursday.
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Cordeal, Heasty and Saunders
F. M. Coffey
Senate
Nebraska bans berries in boxes with false bottoms
The state house refused to exempt berries from the weights and measures bill. Wholesale fruit dealers must buy crates without false bottoms or stamp their boxes before leaving the wholesale house. Lancaster delegation failed to secure an amendment to exclude berries from the act.
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Nebraska
House
Lancaster
Will Abolish Leg Rolling in Senate Sifting Committee
The senate plans to form a sifting committee after a conference with Republican leaders who want an adjunct to finish their work by April 12. Minority representation on the committee will mirror standing committee allocations, and the era of committee log rolling may end as in the democratic house.
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Senate
Democratic House
Nine Hour Day for Women Bill Advances to Third Reading
The working girl bill restricting women to nine hours per day and banning work between 10 p m and 6 a m moved to third reading with little opposition. Support grew after a factual summary of the need for such legislation was presented.
Representative Norton Bill Advances In House Committee
The state re formatory bill passed through the house committee of the whole unamended. Speaker Kelley attempted to place the institution at Grand Island but failed. Administration details were deferred to the board of control. The measure allocates 150000 dollars for land and buildings.
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Norton
House
Kelley
Grand Island
Board of Control
Consolidation Bill Advances In State Legislature
The house passed a consolidation bill joining the pure food and oil inspection departments and adding many employees. The senate has received the bill and recommended it for passage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House
Senate
Seven Republicans Oppose Non-Partisan Judiciary Bill
In a final showdown seven Republicans voted against the Grossmann non-partisan judiciary bill: Bartling Cordeal Bushee Hoagland Hum mell Kemp and Kiechel. The remaining members backed the measure with solid Democratic support, advancing it through the upper house. The bill calls for non-partisan primary candidate selection and a similar method for general elections with separate ballots for implementing the terms.
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Bartling
Cordeal
Bushee
Hoagland
Lancaster
Hummell
Kemp
Kiechel
State fair appropriation votes in committee of the whole
Lawmakers considered fourteen appropriation bills and defeated one in committee. The major item was a 100000 state fair appropriation for a large exhibition building and 8000 for adjacent land purchases. Members also passed a resolution creating a joint committee with Governor Morehead to aid Omaha tornado victims. The group toured the disaster area and urged swift relief.
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State Fair
Omaha
Gone to the Wild Waves
Simon Hasy, after sixty years on a farm, moves aboard a ship and complains of cramped quarters. He stows his clothes in a round cupboard near a porthole, then discovers the missing apparel as the steward reveals the cubby is actually the porthole.
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Simon Hasy
Misread Exchange Sparks Old Implied Thief Argument
A fragmented report hints at an argument involving Lena Wodge and Weeks over immigration. The text references a sharp retort and a scowling reaction, with brief dialogue implying clever remarks during a tense exchange.
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Lena Wodge
Weeks
Matching It I See Your Coming Pink View of Life
The fragment hints at a quoted optimistic line about life with a playful misspelling and a contrast between rosy views and reality. No clear persons or organizations are identified in the readable text.
Coffee's effect on nervous stomachs sparks health test
A reader recalls years of coffee causing 8% indigestion and 4% dyspepsia until switching to Postum. The narrative notes nervous distress and stomach issues eased after abandoning coffee, with improvements in digestion and overall well being.
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