Roosevelt Denies 1912 Candidacy In Letter Release
The letter dated June 17 1911 from Theodore Roosevelt denies reports he would back Taft and states he would not be a candidate in 1912 or participate in the nomination. Roosevelt explained his reasons for entering politics and voiced confidence in a large party victory on a popular vote.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Taft
Oyster Bay
Gifford Pinchot
Jim Garfield
Congressman Madison
Billy Loeb
Meyer
Stimson
Theodore Roosevelt
Kim Bunday
Oyster Bay Village
Sagamore Hill
Church
Quiet Title Bid For Union Pacific Lands Across Nebraska
Senator Norris Brown filed a petition from Nebraska settlers along the Union Pacific asking Congress to quiet title to lands beside the railroad right of way. The dispute centers on width of the grant, from 400 feet to the 200 feet many deeds reflect. Settlers' attorney W. A. Prince estimated the amount at about 2.5 million dollars. Prince presented the settlers’ case to the House committee last week.
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Washington
Norris Brown
Senate
Union Pacific
Nebraska
Congress
W. A. Prince
Prince
House Committee
Looting by Chinese Troops in Tien Tsin Riots
Rioting in Tien Tsin escalated as Chinese troops mutinied between 9 and 10 o clock, burning buildings and looting houses. The rabble joined in, with shops and banks on major streets looted and some wrecked.
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Tien Tsin
Rock Island Lays Off Men In Systemwide Order
Davenport Iowa report says a Rock Island system order cut 50 percent of repair shop workers, triggering layoffs across shops. The move affects multiple facilities as the firm enacts workforce reductions.
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Rock Island
Davenport
Location of the Big Fight in Utah to be July 24
Salt Lake City reports Jim Flynn and Jack Johnson will battle for the heavyweight title in a twenty round bout at or near Wendover Utah on July 24. The announcement came from financiers with interests in the event.
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Salt Lake City
Utah
Jim Flynn
Jack Johnson
Wendover
Bright
Dean
Pony Bob Rider Robert Hassan Dies in Want
Chicago mourns pony express rider and Indian fighter Robert Hassan known as Pony Bob who died in want at age 72. His fame dated from a prior generation for swift mail work and frontier exploits.
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Chicago
Robert Hassan
Pony Bob
Want
The Winner and Positive Jests in Local Banter
A playful exchange praises Pounders as a remarkable pianist who hits many wrong keys quickly. The humor centers on the idea that brilliance can emerge from surprising missteps and a man with brass outdoes others in a lighthearted quip.
Cure for Hand Eczema Promises Quick Relief
Mrs. Mary E. Breig of Philadelphia describes severe hand dermatitis with cracking bleeding skin and itching. She credits Cuticura Soap and Ointment with curing her condition after trying a newspaper story of a similar case and notes no recurrence after treatment. A free sample offer from Cuticura is included.
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Mary E. Breig
Brown Street
Philadelphia
Cuticura
Dept. L
Boston
Among Epicures Paris Snail Popularity Highlight
A note on Paris as a swift town contrasts its brisk pace with a culinary trend. Snails are described as very popular in the city, illustrating Parisian dining tastes.
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Epicures
Paris
Marine Eye Remedy claims quick relief for eye discomfort
A historical ad describes Marine Eye Remedy as non patent medicine used by physicians, sold by druggists in bottles at 60 and 2 for shipping, with claims of calming red irritated eyes and granulated lids. The piece includes a brief aside about Spain and road conditions.
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Marine
Marine Eye
Marine Eye Remedy Co
Chicago
The Road to Arcady Verses Quoted in Poetry Note
A short note titled The Road to Arcady presents verses about Arcady with a witty remark that many poets claim to know the path but never reach it. The snippet suggests literary travel and critique in a light tone.
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Arcady
Fairy Story Ends Not How It Seems on Stage
A quip about marriage and life on stage contrasts the ideal of “they lived happily ever after” with the reality of two actors performing, reminding readers that theater mirrors but does not define real life. The remark underscores the performative nature of relationships in dramatic settings.
Allen's FooteEase antiseptic powder for tired feet
Use Allen's FooteEase powder shaken into shoes for tired tender feet. It relieves smarting aching swollen feet and makes walking easier. Sold everywhere 25c. Free trial package by mailing to Allen S. Olmsted Le Roy N Y.
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Allen’s
Allen S. Olmsted
le Roy
N. Y
The Keynote of Gowns in Knicker Family Bargain
Mrs Knicker insists on a simple yet striking gown style as the keynote of her wardrobe. She persuades Knicker to adopt simplisty in design and demand for a modest fashion statement.
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Knicker
Mrs. Knicker
Paxton Toilet Co Offers Free Paxtine Trial Box
The Paxton Toilet Co of Boston Massachusetts will send a large trial box of Paxtine Antiseptic, a cleansing and germicidal toilet preparation, to any woman free upon request.
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Paxton Toilet Co
Boston
Mass
Bras. Winslow's Soothing Syrup for Teething
Advertisement for Bras Winslow's Soothing Syrup targeting teething infants. Claims include gum softening inflammation reduction pain relief and wind colic cure. Bottle size noted as 250.
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Winslow
Quotation Collage Mentions Remedies and Sayings
A jumble of lines cites disguises for remedies and proverbs. It mentions Bromo Quinine as a laxative and hints at a signature K. WW GROWS used worldwide to cure a cold in one day. It references Milton and Garfield Tea with eccentric aphorisms.
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Mary I. Remington
Gilroy, Cal
Sheldon Smith
Arlington House, Woodland, Cal
Mr. Smith
Doan
Foster-Milburn CO
Mpany
Buffalo, N. Y
Silence
Spain
Froude
Putnam
Monroe Druu Company
Aincy
Milton
Garfield
de Lette Ned. CO. Maverstock Lnc
Hampstead
London
Eng
Aistiliation Magazine
Wasta Distilleries Co. Inc
Weeling
W Va
U 8. A
SALIE
Franklin CO
TN Dolgias CO
Omaha
Dr. Pierce
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo
World’s Dispensary Medical Association
Lincoln
Union Fire Insurance Company
THE
Union Fire
Insurance Department
Silas R. Barton
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