Notable U S Events and Personal Turbulence
A broad rundown places Senator Shelby Cullom near death in Washington as medical teams deem recovery unlikely. Wilson administration trust bills aim to curb monopolies, regulate trade and interlocks, with Congress to push antitrust measures. House Democrats approve probes into Colorado coal and Michigan copper strikes amid party debates on radium land controls and major rail investigations.
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Colorado
Michigan
House Democrats
Washington
Austin
Texas
America
Joseph M. Flannery
Pittsburgh
House Committee On Mines and Mining
Mexican Revolt Rumors Spur U S Marine Dispatch
Vera Cruz reports say Rear Admiral Fletcher may deploy about 3000 Marines and bluejackets to Mexico City once President Huerta leaves the capital. Administration circles foresee the Huerta regime collapsing amid talks on John Lind’s conferences with Mexican leaders.
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Vera Cruz
Fletcher
Mexico City
Huerta
Mexico
Washington
John Lind
Administration's trust bills presented to Congress
Washington reports the administration's trust bills offering definitions of unlawful monopoly, bans on unfair trade practices, and creation of an interstate trade commission. Provisions cover interlocking directorates, penalties, injunctive relief, and cooperation with courts. Critics say the measures may not go far enough.
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Washington
Interstate Trade Commission
Congress
Wilson
Equity
Federal Reserve Banks
Reserve Bank
Trade Commission
Commissioner of Corporations
Bureau of Corporations
Commission
Trade Board
Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets Advertises Cures
An old advertisement extols Dr Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets as a universal cure all. It claims quick healing of eye issues and ailments from vain regrets, portraying the product as a premier family laxative and remedy in a period advertising voice.
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Pierce
Almost an Egotist
A humorous exchange notes Jimmy’s strong self regard and suggests he believes his parents should feel privileged to have him as their son. The dialogue implies his vanity and self-importance in a light, witty tone.
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Jimmy
Important to Mothers Examine Castoria Bottles Carefully
Mothers urged to inspect each Castoria bottle for the correct signature before use. The notice emphasizes Castoria as a safe remedy for infants and children, recalling its long standing use for over 30 years.
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Ens Castoria
Noble Young Man and a Daughter’s Kiss
A stern parent questions a suitor who asks for his daughter's hand. The youth admits he was tempted to speak of marriage after she kissed him good night on the steps, signaling quiet romantic tension in a traditional parlor scene.
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Thomas F. Harris
Madeline Rowbotham
St. Joseph
Harris
Texas school buys statues packed in crates
A Texas high school recently ordered statues. A colored janitor opened cases and examined a replica of the Victory and a bust of Shakespeare, then asked the principal a puzzled question about the wig and head, reflecting a misperceived pairing.
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Texas High
Darky
Pulitzer’s Magazine
Laugh Away the Clouds
A short reflective piece counsels laughing at minor mistakes to avoid burden and regret. It urges acknowledging errors to confess when harmed, then moving on with cheer, cautioning against constant self reproach while staying mindful for future faults.
Restored Hope and Confidence Inspired by Grape-Nuts Postum
A reader shares a tale of recovery from lingering illness after peritonitis and indigestion. After trying Grape-Nuts and Postum on a friend’s suggestion, the writer reports renewed strength, sleep, appetite, and overall health, noting continued use with her husband.
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Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
Everr
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Mos
Shelby M. Cullom
Minois
Newlands
Nevada
Senate Committee On Interstate Commerce
United States
Geological Survey
Cupid
Mary Elizabeth Smith
Everett
John C. Merrick
Chicago
Harrisburg
Hagerstown
First Baptist Church
Nichols
Houghton, Mich
Charles H. Moyer
Western Federation of Miners
Michigan Central
Saginaw, Mich
Jackson
Ernest Krause
Harrison
Krause
Huron Mountain
Federal
Grand Jury
George W., Goethals
Panama
New York
Pocahontas
W. Va
United Mine Workers of America
Indianapolis
John J. Dershing
San Francisco
Cal
Manila
Presidio
National
Fort Wayne
Ind
American Federation of Labor
Relations Committee
Duncan McDonald
Interstate Commerce Commission
Charles C. McChord
George P. Boyle
Navy Department
Daniels
Thomas B. Howard
Howard
Caraboa Society
Robert Goelet
Newport
R. I
Europe
Morgan C. Hall
Fort Leavenworth
Kan
Kid
Kenneth
Arthur Pelkey
Taft
Indiana
George Ade
United States Senate
B. F.shively
William J. McCoy
Parker, N. D
McCoy
Charles K. Namilton
Lucy Parsons
Parsons
J. Allen Montmogory
University of Pennsylvania
American School of Research
Jerusalem
Edward D Beardsley
Putnam
Anderson
Chautauqua County
Edwin Ginn
Ginn Publishing Company
Winchester
Mass
Ginn
Ehorwick Hall
Ottawa
Ont
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