Wonderful engine to simplify and cheapen power source
New York October 26 reports say Swedish inventor Bertheau has unveiled a simple economical engine adaptable to locomotives ships and cranes. Experts claim it requires one man to operate and can run on crude oil with minimal space for boilers, promising a cheaper alternative to steam and petroleum driven power. The 16 horsepower 30 foot launch tied in Erie Basin near Shamrock challengers has drawn attention from railroads and shipping firms exploring its use.
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New York
Erie Basin
Ita
Minkaemen
America
John Ericason
H. A. Bertheau
Stockholm
Hertheau
Thomas Lijpton
Shamrock I
West
Southwest
Cure for Dyspepsia Promises Relief and Restore Strength
Mrs W W Saylor Testifies Dyspepsia and related stomach troubles vanished after using Rod Cure. Claims include loss of appetite, weakness, nervous headache, constipation, bad breath, sour belches, and indigestion. Product is said to clean, purify and sweeten the stomach and is sold by Tallman & Co.
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Tallman & Co
Delegates Gather in Frankfort for Workers Union Congress
Delegates from workmen societies representing about 600,000 members arrived in Frankfort for a congress opening tomorrow. The gathering aims to consolidate interests of non socialist workers. The Kaiser’s government is seen as overreaching, raising suspicions of the Franks against state-supported unions.
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Frankfort
Ger
Kal#er
DeWitt’s Little Early Risers Promoted By Bob Moore
Bob Moore of Lafayette Indiana extols DeWitt’s Little Early Risers as perfect in cleansing the eyolim and aiding liver function while leaving no bad taste. The advertisement cites their pleasant, effective action and contrasts with other pills that sicken. Norris, a California newspaper man, finished a San Francisco to New York trial journey in two years ten months, claiming the trip aimed to beat consumption, which he alleges is almost cured, and noting 8,000 miles traveled and 40 pounds gained.
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DeWitt
Bob Moore
Lafayette
Ind
Rivera
Tallman & J
Norris
California
San Francisco
New York
Irrigation Work Expands in California With 60000 Dollar State Aid
The California legislature approved a 60000 dollar irrigation appropriation last winter, largely used by the United States Geological Survey. Plans include mapping irrigable lands in the Sacramento valley with four 16 minute quadrangles this winter and surveying Kings river drainage. A general reconnaissance seeks reservoir sites, aiming for a comprehensive Sacramento valley irrigation scheme under J B Lippincott, with Green assisting. The fertile soil, mild climate, and ample water promise major opportunities for semi tropical fruits.
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California
United States Geological Survey
Sacramento Valley
Kings River
Sacramento River
J. B. Lippincott
BE. H. Green
DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve Promoted as Unique
An advertisement touts DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve as the only pure witch hazel product, claiming superior healing for cuts burns bruises and itching and noting inventor C. De Witt and sale by Tallman & Co.
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DeWitt
C. DeWitt
Tallman & Co
New Lake Port ship canal project begins in Indiana
Governor Durbin to lead ceremonies marking start of East Chicago canal work near Hammond. The three and a half mile waterway will connect Lake Michigan to Willtake, enabling a great port and boosting regional industry to rival Chicago. First mile to be finished in one year, full completion in two.
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Indianapolis
Indiana
Chicago
Durbin
East Chicago Ship Canal
Lake Michigan
Woltake
Hammond
Indiana Line
Great Lakes
National Gun Club Opens First Annual Tournament
The National Gun Club began its first annual national tournament at Lick Springs Indiana French Lick under successful auspices. Noted marksmen include Rollo Helkes J A tt Elliott Tom Marshall John Worker and Charles W Budd. Pithens from St Louis and Detroit are pushing campaigns for the next Republican national convention.
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Lick Springs
Indiana
French Lick Springs
Ind
National Gun Club
Mt Milianapolis
Oley
Markamen
Rollo Helkes
J. A.tt Elliott
Tom Marshall
John Worker
Charles W Budd
Pithens
St. Louis
Detroit
Lumber rate case before interstate commerce commission
Atlanta Oct 26 The interstate commerce commission opens a several day session focusing on the lumber rate case. The dispute stems from an injunction in Macon that barred Southwestern Freight Association from raising lumber rates to the West. Judge Speer declined to make the restraining order permanent, sending the matter to the commission for decision. Procuring attorney Joseph W Folk from St Louis is a declared candidate for Missouri governor in the democratic primary.
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Atlanta
United States
Macon
Guaygin Sawmill Association
Southwestern Freight Association
Speer
Commerce Commission
Joseph W. Folk
St. Louis
Missouri
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