British Pressure on Japan Shapes Peace Talks Amid War Drive
August dispatches from Portsmouth report Britain pressing for a swift peace settlement with Japan and Russia. Both sides seek concessions at heavy cost, while allies urge restraint. Witte and Takahira reportedly exchanged notes amid ongoing negotiations. Tokyo's stance remains cautious as talks linger.
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Andy
Theo Prust Perssmouth
Mimorestias
Great Briza
Japan
Frussia
Scond Peare
Scond Peare Sh
Porisrouth
Sisburs & i
Setis
National tennis champions race to select eight survivors
In Newport on August 25 the national tennis champions feature the quarterfinals with players Collins Chicago, Larned Summit N J, Behr Yale, Stevens New York, Hobart wwFO, Clothier Philadelphia, Wright Boston, and Lefere New Island among top eight in contention. The field narrows to four in the semis as match pairings are set for the next round.
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KR. L
Cuit Lefere Yiay
Collins
Chicate_ Fenes
Rhee Island
Tl. Stevens
New York
Hobart
Wwfo
Cloth
Jer
Philadelphia
Wright
Poston
Larned
Summit
Behr
Yais
Yellow Fever Crisis Eases in New Orleans
As the fifth fever week closes New Orleans sees fewer in treatment and fewer new cases. Only five of the recent twenty four hour total were Italians, with three infected from the original Italian quarter. Parish borders report reduced activity and health measures include cutting passenger links to the rest of the state. Weather remains cool across the southwest.
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Brosanilated
New Orleans
M. Sunder
F Zion
Mas Yine Hospital
Theria Parish
Southern Pacific
Warner
Disinfection Efforts Reported at New Orleans Church Site
fragments describe yellow fever disinfection measures at a New Orleans church and meeting place. reports note cases under surveillance and city actions to curb spread. mentions a victim and ongoing efforts by authorities to monitor the outbreak.
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New Orleans
Vic Nanhes
Biss
Unclear text on tariffs and regional relief plan
Fragmentary report references a Manila press release about major provinces and a 35 percent relief measure. Details are garbled, but mentions protected items, a plan by government authorities, and August timing with names Fisk and Warren appearing in the text.
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Manilla
Syuntan
Hank
Th Tomurram
August Tytle Aressme - Pakieccat Fisk
Warren
Boycott Subside Report Sparks Trade Review
Fragmentary dispatch notes a boycott easing for Chinese merchants in Shanghai and longshore trade. Ambiguities persist about impacts on U S and international shipments amid spinners and western fleets.
Shooting Tournament Under Severe Weather Delays
The Associated Press reports a shooting tournament facing heavy weather. General Han and Captain Fhiedes lead teams as they adapt by using more competitors from the patience group. The event aims for rapid-fire trials with a national match to follow. Captain Ai reportedly wins gold and $28 for top aggregate in rapid fire, while FH posts 265 of 303 in rapid, ranking second overall.
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Associated Press
Han
Fhiedes
Bowery
Simre
Taft Party Guests Event at Commissioner's Home
The article notes that Dianita Fioese will join seven guests hosted by Commissioner Lesarde at a 73 Mauve customs event. On Tuesday Commissioner Lesarde will host a farewell reception for the American party and Congressman Maurice Cochran will lecture at the Ponso hospital on the absence of seas has been Baprece.
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Dianita Fioese
Commissioner Lesarde
Sioner Lesarde
Fraurice Cochran Wil
Ponsospital
Seais
Baprece
American Arrested Report From San Jose Costa Rica
An American citizen was reportedly arrested in Costa Rica. Details are sparse with no official charges or particulars released by the local authorities or U S Embassy. The case is under investigation and the involved party is unnamed.
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Associated Press
D. C
Mery
San Jere
Costa
Albers
Noth
Aged man in Wisconsin shoots neighbor during quarrel
The Northwestern Illinois dispatch reports that in Mub City Wisconsin Nicholson, an elderly man over seventy six, was arrested after a quarrel led to a shooting. He allegedly fired a .32 caliber revolver wounding Edward Fullington in the side, possibly fatally.
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Mub City
Nicholson
Edward Fullington
Nichollson
Fullington
Blaze at State Fair Destroys Two Barns
Milwaukee August 28 two barns at the state fair grounds were destroyed by fire at eight o'clock this morning. Loss not to exceed 1000 dollars. They belonged to Superintendent Robert Phillips. The note ends with an odd line about a selling race and the public.
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Mibwaukee
Wis
State Fair Grounds
Robert Phillips
Cholera Fears Rise in Prussia Amid Spreading Bacillus
Reports from Prussia describe a cholera surge with Bacillus 16 spreading across regions including Danzig and Thorn. Authorities tighten police controls as seven casks and several deaths prompt public alarm, while Manila notes cholera alerts abroad.
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Prussia
Gale Claims Many as Ship Sinks Off Florida Coast
The American schooner Ame nio Peconic encountered a fierce gale off Florida early today. Twenty crew members drowned when the vessel was struck by a huge wave. the ship carried coal from Philadelphia to New Orleans. A few survivors landed on a nearby coast.
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Associated Press
Co Fla
Fiorida
Bama
Philadelphia
New Orleans
Philippine concessions bid grants amid insular affairs
A terse report notes Washington discussions on grants and bids linked to insular affairs. Officials consider concessions and funding steps as part of ongoing administrative adjustments.
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Asswuatel Press
Washington, D.C
Eal
Insular
Afta. Hasing
RUCK RICH VEIN to The Wisconan from Neenen
Word received here from oins man. Col states that a six inch streak a Earth tree god has Seen Grand Re by Neenah is emimated ion devars.
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Neenen
Oinsman
Neenah
Ion Devars
Sell Policy Assets in Bigelow Estate Case
Court order requires Miltakes of Wisconsin to show cause by September 12 why the Bigelow estate should not be allowed to sell all twenty life insurance policies on Frank G. Bigelow ex president of the First National Bank. Total face value about 35,000.
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Bigelow
Frank G. Bigelow
First National Bank
John Hay's Will and Legacy Provisions
Fragmentary item notes a will of John Hay, mentioning payment of two legacies and charges on the estate. The incomplete text hints at probate steps and distribution of inheritance among beneficiaries.
National Kriegerbund Opens Annual Session
Delegates gathered for the National Kriegerbund business session opening today. President Julius Franz Pallas of Texas welcomed attendees, and reports from officers indicated the society is in good condition.
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Associated Press
Holmes in Custody for Cotton Leak Case
Edwin E. Holmes Jr. former Associate statistician in the agriculture department surrendered to U S marshals in Washington to face the ongoing cotton leak investigation after a grand jury indicted him.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Edwin 8. Holmes, Jr
Agricultural Department
United
Madden’s Fighter Leads Legal Fight Across States
A shopper named Madden faces legal action in New York Ohio and Kentucky over court proceedings. Madden, held in contempt in New York, plans steps to pursue costs in the local court. This report notes a reference today as Madden proposes further action.
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New York
Ohio
Kentucky
Conternet
New York Court
Madden
Zie
Loval
Court in session as witnesses clash over testimony
The proceedings featured tense exchanges as Grace Taggart and ex-Judge Sny confronted testimony. Captain Taggart and others testified about papers from the war and a contested marriage, with confusion and questions from Judge Exson and Wertz surrounding the witnesses.
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Perelee
Sny Detser
Tagre
Waeshington
Wertz
Smra Har
Culvern Cuenzo
Jath
Chcago Board of Tirade
Fas
Dr Hughes in Europe on return from travels
The letter describes Dr Hughes returning from Europe with scenes of Venice and a concert near the canal. He mentions seeing German rest facilities and health sights, and notes his reception by friends and alumni as he travels through central and eastern cities.
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Venice
Yeni
Hans Durch
Enic
Husisie
Nis
Fetter
Central - Ang
Chicago crime surge reported with burglaries rising
A fragmented dispatch notes a rise in crime in Chicago with mentions of mayoral figures and police actions. The readable text references burglaries and ongoing cases, indicating heightened concern over criminal activity in the city.
Union fixes reopening terms for Bay View glass plant
Milwaukee August 22 A settlement fixed by the glassworkers union ends a labor dispute at the Northern Glass works Bay View The plant will reopen September 5 employing over 460 workers The terms are union set A stray paragraph remarks on domestic life and logic with no clear relevance to the dispute.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Glassworkers' Union
Northern Glass
Bay View
Japan Makes FAL Offer and Waives Reimbursement
Fragmented dispatches report Japan proposing indemnity or reimbursement terms tied to Sakhalin dispute. Western allies discuss arbitration and potential redemption price as Moscow talks influence war or peace. Roosevelt aims to assure American creditors while seeking broad peace terms.
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Portsmouth
Reose- Vell
Japan
Elsim
Sakhal
Peterhof
Defini
Witte
Takehtra
Great Briain
Sakhalin
Dogger
Sakalin Island
Aussie
Russia
Tokio Council
Dourg
Moscow
Fussil
Roosevel
Roosevelt
Will Power Emphasized Over Intellectual Training
Dr. Benjamin Andrews of the University of Nebraska urged Cock county teachers to prioritize will power in pupils over strict intellectual training. He warned against forcing children to conform to prescribed tasks and urged teachers to balance discipline with encouraging natural interests to develop well rounded students.
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EL Benjamin Andrews
Ofiversity of Nebraska
Cock County
Psiiute
Andrers
Tapic
Andrezs
Troops Called Out Amid Guard at Camp
Associated press report notes authorities order troops to Camp St as threats prompt caution. Officials assess risks of dynamite attacks on culverts while the local area remains quiet. Detachment includes a small unit prepared for potential escalation.
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Efin
Ali
Traces City
Prosperous Chicago Northwestern Railway Report
The Chicago Northwestern Railway released its annual report for the year ending June 2, 195, showing 746 miles operated. Gross earnings totaled 22,? including passengers 13,359 and freight 3,202.53, with express and other income 3,112,730 and total expenses 36,459.04 plus taxes 2,180,576 resulting in net earnings of 17,093. Other charges include 7,000.57 in bond interest and 255,000 in sinking funds, totaling 7,231,818.
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Br Associated Press
Chicago
Chicago = Northwestern Railway company
Beatrice Young Faces Trial Over Hotel Shooting
Beatrice G Young, wife of William C Young, is jailed without bail after shooting Kathleen Morgan at the Hotel Imperial in New York. Morgan lies between life and death as the case hinges on rival entanglements and a prison confession from Mrs Young.
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Hathleen Morgan
Iperial
New York
Beatrice Young
William C. Young
Young
Morgan
New York General
Mr. Young
Jeniy
Mira
Dar
Earnings Summary From Retained and Investment Income
The item notes net income after deductions of dividends on preferred and common stock, with figures around 35545 and 3574 86. It shows surplus net income after constructing and improving expenses, balances in the income account for June, and a rise in earnings of 2910.41 with higher operating expenses and taxes, leading to an increase in net earnings.
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BEE AG
Cheere
Students do odd jobs for room and board in Oshkosh
The passage notes that Oshkosh citizens, including pirates notes, rely on students for various odd jobs from heating furnaces to light housework and wait staff. It highlights that both young men and women seek work in exchange for room and board, with strong demand for these student services during harsh seasons.
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Oshkosh
Ey AL
Last union services at First Baptist Temple
The ninth in a series of union services brought together the First Methodist and Plymouth Congregational churches at the First Baptist Temple. Rev. G. S. Farnam of Plymouth spoke on recognizing Christ, stressing that Christ rests with those who seek him above all else. A large congregation attended with offertory by W. N. Jones singing Adams Holy City and the chorus performing several selections.
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First Method
Christ
W. N. Jones
Adams
Holy City
Rev. G. &. Faraam
Grange Hall Service Draws Rural Attendance in Algoma
In Algoma the Grange Hall hosts Sunday services with growing popularity. Farmers bring their families from seven to eight miles, showing a consistent rise in attendance.
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Grange Hall
Algoma
State Horticultural Society to Hold Summer Meeting in City Hall
The Wisconsin State Horticultural Society arrives for a summer meeting in Algoma to be held at the city hall with headquarters at the Tremont hotel. Sessions start tomorrow at nine with afternoon and evening programs, featuring flower exhibits and herbaceous perennials.
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State Horticultural Society
F. Cranefisid
Madison
Wisconsin State Horticultural Society
Algoma Horticultural, Society
Tremont Hotel
Alsoma Society
Associated Fraternities prepare for annual convention in Wisconsin
Estimated 26 delegates arrived as preliminary sessions were held in Siwaakes Wisconsin. The convention opens Tuesday at the Hotel Postor and runs through the week with recommendations to be reported to the full gathering. Weather forecasts predicted a Saturday storm which did not materialize based on barometric readings released late Saturday afternoon.
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Assoie Freternities of America
Postor
Associated Fraternities of America
S.rex
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