New Twin-Screw Naval Cruiser Birmingham To Be Launched
Quincey Mass May 2 The sturdy cruiser Birmingham will be launched today at Fore River Shipbuilding Co yard. Mayor Ward and Senator elect Frohndon lead a Birmingham delegation. Mrs K Campbell of Birmingham christens the ship, with eight local girls as attendants and officers from Philadelphia yard aboard for the ceremony. The vessel, designed as a fast torpedo cruiser, will feature two submerged torpedo tubes, twelve rapid-fire guns, and modern electrical gear. Contract requires at least 24 knots for four hours, with a crew of about sixteen officers and 268 men.
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President Roosevelt to Visit Indianapolis and Lansing
President Roosevelt plans a two city visit with secret service, arriving in Indianapolis for the half century milestone at the Michigan Agricultural Crops event, then moving to Lansing for a luncheon and unveiling ceremony. Gov. Nathaniel Coward to preside at the Indianapolis event, with a grand military review portion and a follow up address in Lansing.
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Dr Ridver's Swamp-Root touted as kidney cure
An advertisement extols Dr Ridver's Swamp-Root as a universal remedy for kidney and related disorders. It claims the medicine cleanses the kidneys, liver, and bladder, with testimonials of relief from symptoms and offers free literature and a mail order address in New York.
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Alleged Bribers in San Francisco Arrained
A San Francisco bribery case proceeds with Ban Mranesuo and others appearing in court. Judge Linwlers temporary courtroom handles proceedings as a juror panel and witnesses are questioned. Authorities seek the removal of officials tied to a public service firm amid alleged corruption involving the city’s political leadership.
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Veterans Gather in Richmond for Confederate Reunion
Telegraphic briefs report the United Confederate Veterans reunion beginning tomorrow in Richmond Virginia with plans to unveil monuments to Jefferson Davis and General Stuart. Attendance is expected to reach about 150000 as Jamestown exposition draws visitors. Flags and martial music color the city as veterans arrive and events unfold across the day.
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Supreme Court Adjourns To Start Summer Recess
The U S Supreme Court will adjourn for the summer after finishing its current term. Justices plan to alert various parts of the court for the summer session and will not return to Washington until October.
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United States Supreme Count
Winter Towels Cost Questioned in Senate Report
A fragment notes a group used 2¢ 25 hand towels and LG bath towels totaling 43 992. It cost above that 109 dollars to dry this number of towels once.
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House
Lord Rothschild on Markets No Immediate Outlook
London report quotes Lord Rothschild noting no near term improvement for markets. He says the best is that markets are no worse, perhaps slightly better, while criticising Roosevelt's railway taxes, income tax debates, and concern over socialist movements in England. Public sentiment remains bearish.
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Remains of Ostia and Paestuni Unearthed Thoughtful Valor
The article ponders Italy's will to uncover buried treasures from Ostia and Paestumi, once part of ancient Rome's vast empire. It contrasts Ostia's decay with Paestum's Greek heritage, noting malaria and tarnished reputation deepened Paestum's oblivion while Trno's industry persists in a small Sicilian village.
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Trouser Ban in History Reveals Religious Tension
The article traces old bans on wearing trousers in halls and chapels from 1812 and a Bethel clause forbidding preachers in trousers. It contrasts these with remarks by Hugh Haurie and the Primitive Methodist founders, and links attire to theology. It then shifts to early rights of employees, citing Hammurabi and ancient servant law about pay, injuries, and masters’ costs.
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Sheffield
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Weather Talk and Tiny Observations From a Quirky Editor
A careful man vows to limit chat to weather after overheard jokes about divorce and family. A seven foot Kentucky youth heads to Colorado seeking his head, while Pittsburg planners are questioned as the Wise Guy Club rumor lingers. The Topeka Journal notes honesty thinning, and cautious drivers are urged as spring traffic returns. A worn woman uses a needle’s sting as a parable about restraint.
Judge Peaslee Seeks Governors Council Support for Supreme Court Seat
Judge Robert J. Peaslee of Manchester, now with the Superior Court, seeks appointment to the state supreme bench. The seat becomes vacant as Judge Wilbur Chass’s term ends, with other possible candidates including John M. Mitchell of Concord and WA Promier of Losotho.
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Concord
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Losothla
Wonderland Opens At Revere Reach This Season
Worlerland at Revere Reach is described as a fairyland full of wonders. It announces gates will open on Thursday May, from a few o clock to eleven at night, daily except Sundays, through September fifteenth for thousands of visitors.
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Revere Reach
Wonderland
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