Taft policy in Philippines divides opinion in Manila
A Manila visit recalls mixed views on Taft's policy of appointing former rebels to government posts. Critics argue it fuels rebellion while supporters say it grants trust positions to stabilize the islands. The exiled editor Geurin notes US policy sparked protests yet increased Filipino officials in key roles, aiming to soothe unrest and foster American ideas.
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Mentha News
Aid Mays
Hotewapaproer
Ted Fintly
Manta
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O'Orien
Manile
Geurin
United States
Taft
Lahore
Mir Greorth
Bilipind
Rebets
Chettin
Tetwitel
Taron
Cenrin
Governor Deneen Heads Illinois Delegation at Portland Exposition
Governor Charles S. Deneen of Illinois arrived by special train from Chicago with prominent citizens to Portland for a state day at the fair. They were greeted by President Geiger and officials, then escorted to the Illinois building where Lincolnesque souvenirs were displayed and receptions held in honor of the governor and Mrs. Deneen.
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Deneen
Portland
Charles S&s Deneen
Tyhhow
Hie State
Chicago
Prea
Geode
Escorwd
Tiliets State Building
Abraham Linco
Tiliels
Genest
Mra Deneen
Methodist Episcopal conference gathers in Baker City
Ministers from eastern Oregon and Idaho descend on Baker City for the annual Methodist Episcopal conference. More than 11 ministers, mostly with their wives, attend as guests are housed in local homes. The conference opens tomorrow at 9 o clock and continues until Monday morning.
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Baker Cin
Ave
Oregon
Idaho
Baker City
Tdihoe
Methodist Episcopal Church
Panhandle
Mountaion
Great Territory
Wasted Sympathy and Regular Faces in Comic Snaps
A Centiped quip quotes a man who landed in this country with bare feet and now has millions, calling him a regular centiped. The Hartford Courant recalls a penny gummy line about a crying boy and a regular face in a comedy bit, while the Philadelphia Ledger notes the man’s fortune in a witty exchange.
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Philadelphia Ledger
Hartford Courant
Confederate Monument Unveiled in Lowlao Virginia
Confederate monument unveiled in Lowlao Virginia honoring district men killed in the Civil War. Prominent citizens delivered addresses during ceremonies and joined a landward celebration. Boston Store crowd at a popular event follows the unveiling, reflecting a local commemorative mood.
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Lowlao
Boston
Anecdotes of Disraeli and a Mistral of Literature
Diercell and Hie Father recount a tale linking Disraeli with his mother and a story about how a son sought approval from his father. The fragment shifts to a vivid description of sardine processing, then to papyrus use in ancient Egypt, explaining how papyrus sheets were made, rolled, and stored in round boxes for transport.
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Dufferin
Faeli
Disraeli
Nora
Dixrielis
Huthie
Claetell
Markhen
Egypt
Superstitions and Customs Around Boots and Alcohol
A survey of varied beliefs includes shoe superstitions in Europe and value placed on a magistrate worn boot, plus St Valentine customs. It notes Spain wine culture and claims about intoxication, and observes ventilation rules for liquor establishments in Prussia and France.
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Europe
Spain
Journal of
London
Man of Nerve Myrtilia and the cough sirup boast
A Newark News fragment recalls a sharp old gentleman who mocks a visitor for failing to grasp hints at a parlor gathering. The daughter notes he did speak up when promised cough sirup next visit. The snippet evokes quick wit and social snubs in a bygone era.
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Myrtilia
Newark News
Harriman offers settlement on Kentucky tax dispute
In 1884 a Kentucky tax dispute with Southern Pacific and Jefferson County resurfaced as Harriman offered $45,000 to settle the back taxes. State claims total $11.86 million for 1900 to 1946. Kentucky asserts decades of underpayment. company cites exemptions under a U.S. Supreme Court ruling. Authorities argue the firm should pay its fair share of taxes.
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Aus
Ainee
B. B
Herrian Cline
Prevent
A. J. Bijot
United States Suepreme
Pennsylvania
Kentucky
Blue Grace
Jefferson
Disciples of Christ Conference Opens in San Francisco
Several hundred delegates and as many lay members of the Disciples of Christ arrived to attend the annual conference. It opened at First Congregational Church with international attendance, headquartering at Native Sons hall. Evening meetings at Young Men’s Christian Association auditorium. Bush ems meetings at Pratt Congregational Church.
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San Francisco
Cal
Christian Church
Disciples of Christ
First Congregational Church
Thenited
Native Sons Hall
Young Men
Chessin Association
Bushems
Prat Coperegtional
West Virginia Grand Army Reunion in Wheeling
Aug 17 reports large crowds and full lodging as West Virginia veterans gather in Wheeling for the Grand Army reunion. The event includes First Cavalry and infantry units plus artillery batteries with notable attendees like Congressman Dowenar and Richard Trebertson among the veterans. In Chesterfield England, James Buston completes 2600 miles in 1000 hours, losing 31 pounds.
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W. Va
Grand Army of Wet Virginia
Het Artillery
Congressman Dowenar
Richard Trebertson
Chesterfield
England
James Buston
Ducinng the
Ardent
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