Balkans Under Bandit Spell in the Aegean and Beyond
A New York Times article recounts Balkan brigandry from Macedonia to Greece and the Aegean. It notes comitadji chiefs rising to power, shows how bands wield tax and justice, and recalls train robberies and island seizures such as Samos by the Gagades brothers before Greek battleships reclaimed control.
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Balkans
Sofia
Monastir
Saloniki
Athens
Nick Carter
Dick Merriwell
Babe Ruth
Red Grange
Jack Dempsey
Paavo Nurmi
Condylis
Todor Alexandroff
Comitadji
Samos
Asia Minor
Gajades
Aegean
Eastern
Mediterranean
Greece
Europe
Levant
Gagades
Piraeus
New York Times
Hidden Oil Fields Revealed by Heat
W T Thom Jr, geologist in charge of the US Geological Survey fuels division, says heat measurements from Salt Creek dome wells indicate buried oil regions and mineral deposits may be found cheaply. Temperature readings at various depths reveal rock folds and uplifted hot rocks at ridges crest, supporting the theory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
W. T. Thom, Jr
United States Geological Survey
Salt Creek Dome
Wyoming
Mr. Thom
Cat in Antique Shop Drops Gold Coins Worth 3000
In Hobart Oklahoma Emer Brown's cat chased by a dog leaped into a dark corner inside the antique shop striking a small-necked vase. The cat's head wedged the vase and Alt. Brown broke it to free the animal. Gold coins totaling 3000 fell to the floor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hobart
Okla
Dibbs
Emer Brown
Alt
Brown
West Point graduates scarce in regular army, report says
Major General Davis releases the army annual with 11 880 active regulars plus reserves. West Point graduates total 3 262, civil life officers 3 960, reserve corps 1 044, enlisted ranks 1 604. Enlisted strength 135 254 with 96 695 in the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Regular Army
Philippine Scouts
Robert C. Davis
Adjutant General
Army
West Point i
National Guard
Volun
Continental
United States
Davis
Boiler Blast Claims Five In Florida Sawmill
Five men died and three were seriously injured when a boiler exploded at a small sawmill in Ponce de Leon Florida. E P Creel forty five of Bonifay Florida owner of the mill is among the dead. The cause of the blast is not yet known.
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Pensacola
Fla
Ponce de Leon
E. P. Creel
Bonifay
Elks Bowl Annual Set in Omaha as 1926 Events Loom
Nebraska brief highlights: Elks state bowling tourney slated for Omaha. York County explores hiring a county event official. Custer County reports cattle deaths from cornstalk poisoning. Keith County notes corn remaining in fields. American Legion ends 1925 with 22 142 veterans. Holly Sugar to build Minature factory for 1926 crop.
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Elks
Omaha
York County
Custer County
Keith County
Jay Hepperly
American Legion
Nebraska
National
Nebraska Range Cattle Prices Rise in 1925 Report
The 1925 season's run of western Nebraska range cattle averaged $1.85 higher per hundred than last year, the state and federal division of agriculture statistics reported. Cattle have been marketed at the best prices since 1920, according to the survey from Lincoln.
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College View
Lincoln
Wood Brothers
Corn Belt
Nebraska
Federal
State Department of Agricultural Statistics
Department of Agriculture
Lacey Clarke
Richland
Jefferson County
A. T. Stewart Coal Co
Colorado
Public Service Club
Pawnee City
Pawnee County
J. M. Lampert
John O. Schmidt
Wahoo
Progressive Party
John M. Matzen
J. K. Dart
Keith County
Bridgeport
Morris County
Dawes County
Division of Agricultural Statistics
Crab Orchard
Crete
Saline County
Western
Division of Agriculture Statistics
Western Nebraska
Wisner wrestler bets 1500 on two throws of Stecher
Pat McGill of Wisner Neb announces a certified check for 1500 placed in an Omaha bank to guarantee he can throw champion Joe Stecher twice in ninety minutes He calls for the match to be staged in Omaha or Des Moines and seeks a promoter for the bout
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stecher
Omaha
Pat McGill
Wisner
Neb
Joe Stecher
Des Moines
Gering Plans Purchase of Electric System and Currents
Gering voters approved bonds to buy the Western Public Service transmission system and to issue the bonds. The city also plans to purchase electrical currents from the government plant at Guernsey Wyoming once the deal closes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gering
Western Public Service Company
Guernsey
Wyo
Successful irrigation season in Nebraska sparks convention optimism
Bridgeport reports irrigation farmers completed one of the most successful seasons since its advent in Nebraska. Delegates at the Nebraska Irrigation Association convention anticipate greater interest among irrigation farmers next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridgeport
Nebraska
Nebraska — Irrigation Association
Wildlife group seeks to protect Colfax County doe
Izaak Walton league members near Schuyler pursue a female deer sighting along the Platte river and nearby lakes southwest of Schuyler. The group plans to shield the animal from being slain and preserve its safety.
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Colfax
Columbus
Izaak Walton
Alliance pupil costs less than state average
A report by Supt. H. R. Patridge shows Alliance students cost $45.50 per pupil versus $65.96 average statewide. The finding highlights efficiency in Alliance schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alliance
Supt
H. R. Patridge
Surgeons Propose Nose Bridge Graft in Auto Accident Victim
Sam North, 19, severely injured in a car crash, suffered a crushed nose. After infection set in his condition was grave but doctors plan a graft using thigh bone to form a bridge for the nose.
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Hastings
Sam North
Crow Killing Contest Claims 3316 Crows In Grand Island
Frank Guenther a local sporting goods dealer sponsored a crow killing contest in Grand Island. Prizes were awarded for a total kill count of 3 316 crows. The feet of the birds were displayed in the dealer's window as exhibited proof.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Island
Frank Guenther
Quarantine Urged to Halt Corn Borer Spread
Prof. W. W. Burr of the University of Nebraska calls for a strict quarantine to stop the westward advance of the European corn borer, urging action from state and agricultural authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
W. W. Burr
Agronomy
University of Nebraska College of Agriculture
Largest Morrill County cow sold to Denver broker
Oscar Lindquist of Broadwater sold what is described as the largest cow from Morrill County. The six year old animal weighed 1620 pounds and was shipped to a Denver commission house.
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Morrill County
Bridgeport
Denver
Oscar Lindquist
Broadwater
Kimball Couple Mark 60th Wedding Anniversary
Crete residents Crete Mr. and Mrs. J. H. W. Kimball recently celebrated their sixtieth wedding anniversary at home. The pair wed at Tekamah Nebraska and moved to Crete where they have lived for 45 years.
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Crete
J. HW. Kimball
Tekamah
Neb
Bladen to Get Local Masonic Lodge
Bladen residents plan to establish a Masonic lodge in town with Red Cloud mentor W. D. Iedson coaching locals on the rituals and duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bladen
Masonic Lodge
Masonic Order
Blue
W. D. Icdson
Red Cloud
Redbirds Seen in Beatrice Hint at Mild Winter
Local residents report redbirds and black birds flitting in trees over the past days, a sign many take as evidence that winter will be mild and not severe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beatrice
Prank Could Blind Burling ton Brakeman
Beatrice A Pangborn a Burling ton brakeman may lose his sight after unidentified boys threw snowballs through a caboose window, showering his face with flying glass in what authorities describe as a cruel prank.
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Beatrice
A. G. Pangborn
Burlington
Snow blockades close schools across Oshkosh county
About 12 inches of snow and heavy drifting blocked roads in Oshkosh county leading to the closure of country and rural mail deliveries for several days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oshkosh
Ancient Swedish coin found on Nebraska farm
A worn bronze coin found years ago by W. J. Jenkinson on his Monroe Neb farm was identified by Er. E. Blackman of the state historical society as Swedish. The 1716 Charles III coin likely fell from a Spanish caravan in 1720 during Loup valley explorations. The coin was unearthed while digging a posthole.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
W. J. Jenkinson
Monroe
Neb
Er. E. Blackman
State Historical Society
Loup Valley
Charles III
Sweden
State Budget Totals 1924 25 Expenditures Nebraska
The state budget bureau reports Nebraska spending for July 1 1924 to June 30 1925 totaling 11 282 902 39. Education led with 3 347 627 71. Legislature 157 162 47 and judiciary 357 279 70. Code departments 730 242 89 sundry departments 1 029 008 45 executive 381 548 67 special appropriation 35 075 78 penal and charitable institutions 1 925 281 01 road and bridge construction 2 879 052 19.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
State Budget Bureau
Nebraska
Legislature
Judiciary
Code
Executive
Simple Design for Small House omits ornament
William A. Radford offers free architectural advice on practical, simple small-house design. He cites simplicity, minimal ornament, and functional spaces including a living dining area, compact kitchen, pantry with exterior light, two bedrooms with cross ventilation, closets, and integrated porch and basement access as key features.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William A. Radford
Prairie Avenue
Chicago
Ill
Plumbing and Heating Hold Heart of the Home
The article urges builders to value quality plumbing and heating over low prices. It argues that superior workmanship and materials define a lasting installation, and warns against sacrificing quality to chase ruinously low bids. The master plumber who prioritizes quality can negate the appeal of cheap prices.
Care in Hanging Garage Doors Emphasized
An old notice stresses that proper hanging of garage doors is crucial. It warns that even quality doors fail to perform when not installed correctly, causing frequent trouble for private garage owners.
Timber Fireproofing Breakthrough in England Trial
The oxylene process for fireproofing timber shows promising results in England. Wood undergoes high pressure steaming then vacuum impregnation with ammonia phosphate solution and anti pyrene chemicals, followed by hydraulic pressure and heat driven crystallization to seal fibers and resist oxygen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Good Polish in Cleaning Furniture
Many housewives use crude oil for polishing furniture because it is inexpensive. It dries slowly, can make a gummy finish, attract dust, and may require refinishing by an expert. Better to use a market polish with oil and a drier and apply sparingly with cheese cloth following the grain.
When Doors Warp With Settling Structures
As the building settles, doors may warp and sag making them hard to open or close. They should fit tightly to keep drafts out. One solution is hanging doors from an overhead track. or, to save cost, use extra long hinges to distribute weight across several points.
Decorating costs in home building revealed as nonessential
The text argues that decorating is treated as optional after structural costs like roofs basements and floors. It suggests wall treatment and furnishings are often seen as nonessential and sidelined for later development, despite their impact on comfort and finish.
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Mencha Carniciu
Todor Penizza
Brabanis
Yagoulis
Mount Olympus
Katerini
Balkan
Macedonia
Turkey
Trieste
Orient Express
Constantinople
Nish
Salonikd
Coimladjis
Comitadjis
America
Jesse James
Trust
Belgrade
Express
Kara
Black) George
Yugoslavia
Karageorgovic
Kara George
Stumboul
Cilicia
Cat
Poland
Lithuania
Vuarena
Wwau
West Pointer
Teers
Training Corps
Holly Sugar Corporation
Minature
Elk Valley
University Place
Calliway High School
A. E. Anderson
Robert Meisner
Shelton
Ursula Webber
Allen
Board of Control
Hastings State Hospital For the
Hartington High School
James Kirkpatrick
Louis Lustgarten
Lustgarten
Herman Lausch
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