Fredericksburg Railroad Excursion to Welcome New Line
Business leaders plan a large trip from the city to Fredericksburg to celebrate the new railroad opening. Two special trains will run via the Sap to Waring and into town, with a royal reception and a large barbecue. Over 100 beeves will feed guests as $5000 funds the celebration and events.
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Fredericksburg
San Antonio
Waring
Texas
Big Hill
Foster Crane
W. B. Tuttle
Chamber of Commerce
Whale capers and turquoise lore from a distant latitude
Aboard a White Star liner east of Sandy Hook, Moffat logs 72 F air and 68 F water as a Gulf Stream menagerie erupts. Sperm whales tussle with a crafty thresher while flying fish, turtles, sharks and swordfish share the old Baltic's company. Turquoise from Nishapur is described, with mining details and mountain heights.
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New York
Sandy Hook
Moffat
Gulf Stream
Ranson
Mr. Moffat
Baltic
Mr. Edwards
Fall fashions debut in heat as coats and coats sell fast
A city department store displays and sells coat suits and warm garments despite heat. Managers tout brisk sales of deep red coats with fur collars and blue Dorothy coats while descriptions highlight double and soft crepe materials, long backs, short fronts, and dramatic slit skirts. Brown tones dominate the palette with caramel, fuchsia, myrtle, and other rich shades.
Grand Central Pete Dead. Notorious Cash Con Artist
An elderly man known as Grand Central Pete died at Bellevue Hospital after a long career as a clever green goods swindler. He used fake greetings to dupe unsuspecting travelers from trains at Grand Central. His true identity remained unknown. his wife claimed the body.
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New York
Grand Central
Pete
Atlantic
Pacific
Grand Centra Station
Bellevue Hospital
Peter Lake
Bellevue
Potter’s Field
Upstate
Arverne
How to Lose Your Tan Freckles or Wrinkles
A daily sun exposure article promotes mercolized wax to peel away tan redness and freckles with no pain. Use nightly like cold cream, wash off in the morning for clearer skin in a week. Wrinkles may be reduced by washing the face with a saxolite and witch hazel solution for toning effects.
World rifle meet opens at Camp Perry with national, international teams
Riflemen from around the globe gather at Camp Perry Ohio August 15 to September 9 for the National Rifle Association matches. Participants include France Germany Switzerland Sweden Argentina Canada and the United States competing for Wimbledon Cup president's match and Palma trophy amid large prize awards and special cups. The event features team and pistol competitions and a strong U S organizing effort led by Brigadier General Evans with about 100 officers assisting. A post event tour to Niagara Falls Sea Girt and Washington completes the centennial Perry celebration.
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Camp Perry
Ohio
National Rifle Association of America
United States
Union
District of Columbia
Army
Infantry
Cavalry
Navy
Marine Corps
Nebraska
Nevada
Idaho
Arkansas
South Carolina
Uncle Sam
National Guard
United Service
Four Corners
Earth
America
Lake Erie
Organization of International Rifle Shooting Societies
France
Sweden
Argentine Republic
Peru
Canada
Mexico
Cuba
Congress
State of
International Union
Pan-American Shooting Union
United States Revolver Association
Reginald H. Sayre
New York National Guard
Glendie B. Young
District of Columbia National Guard
Camp Perry Range
Switzerland
Staeheli
Meyer de Stadelhosen
D. Merillon
P. R. Coles
Lieutenant Osburn
Argentina
Juan Carlos Gallegos
Dominion of Canada Rifle Association
P. H. Hedenblad
Adjutant General
Palma
N. B. Thurston
U. S
Harry Lay
United States Marine Corps
R. K. Evans
Washington
Texas Wonder cures kidney and bladder troubles report
Curious advertisement claims Texas Wonder cures kidney and bladder issues in men and women and regulates children's bladder trouble. It promises two months of treatment from one bottle for a dollar and offers mail delivery from Olive Street, Souls, Mo.
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Texas Wonder
Texas
W. Ve. Fies Olive Wtreet
Souls
Druggista
Adv
Visitors and Guests at San Antonio Hotels Cite City Stay
Local visitors and arrivals in San Antonio are listed with their hotels and origins. Notable names include Mrs Anna Mayes and Lt Governor Mayes family, along with travelers from Austin Dallas Cleveland Milwaukee and Kansas City staying at Gunter Menger St Anthony Bexar Bowie Crockett Savoy and other hotels.
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Earl M. Green
Austin
City
Gunter Hotel
Charles H. Flato Jr
Kingsville
St. Anthony
Paul Moore
Dallas
Bexar
Myers
Bowie
Edward Bowman
Savoy Hotel
F. O. Bustrum
Cleveland, O
Crockett Hotel
W. A. Wright
San Angerino
Menger Hotel
William L. Cauze
Pandora
J. N. Houston
Gunter
W. O. Kraft
Victoria Montague
Bandera
S. R. Dudely
Fort Worth
E. M. Sanguinet
Laredo
Crockett
J. L. and
Norman Orlitt
J. l. Ware
E. L. Bridge
T. W. Bertram
Milwaukee
Wis
J. E. Dilworth
Gonzales
A. P. Cobb
Dilworth
James E. Lude
QO. K. Thannisch
J. L. Platt
Kansas City
Menger
A. J. Epple
St. Louis
B. C. Pegues
Crystal City
San Antonio
Louis F. Garrett
Garrison
St. Anthony, Co
A. Blake
Bexar Hotel
Mrs. W. Brigg and Son
el Campo
Bowheotel
E. L. Northam
E. F. Farr
Sherman
C. B. Black
Galveston
Cale G. Ivers
John T. Baker
Brownwood
Thomas F. Lawson
Houston
F. ©. Bustrum
Cleveland
O. Luis
New York
M. L. Rahner
Atlanta
Anna Mayes
Mayes
David Garton
Buena Vista Street
Joseph Shelley
Shelley-Loring Undertaking Company
Aransas Pass
Harlandale sulphur baths claim miraculous health aids
Advertises Harlandale hot sulphur water as a cure for rheumatism and various ailments. Claims thousands are restored to health after few baths with scientific treatment and attentive staff. Encourages readers to visit, request a booklet, and use the South Flores streetcar for access.
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Harjlandare
Harlandale
California Antialien Land Law Goes Into Effect
California will enforce the antialien land law tomorrow, barring aliens from owning land. The measure, drafted by Attorney General Webb, drew protests from Japan and the White House, with President Wilson sending Bryan to California to seek modifications. Governor Johnson affirmed California's right to enact the law and cited similar statutes in several states.
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Sacramento
Cal
Japan
California
Chinda
White House
Bryan
United States
Webb
Senate
Assembly
Wilson
Johnson
Arizona
Washington
Illinois
Minnesota
Mississippi
Kentucky
Oklahoma
Texas
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Namcook
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Ie Ae
Main Avenue
Town Plans
Nishapur
Khorassin
Omar Khayyam
Woman’s Tribune
Ail
Onid
Ee Dean
George Hodges
Harvard Theological School
Righters Steam Bakery
Travis
Delicatessen
Bond's
St. Etienne
A. Collmann
Foulard
Mazur Bros
Houston Street
Stowers
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