Chinese Envoys Admire American Press And Slang
Quan Kai special representative and May Bash Hin Chinese consul in Portland visited St. Paul libraries and a circus then left east. Quan Kai praised American newspapers for reaching the common people while May Bash Hin said he was learning American slang and plans to educate his sons in the United States.
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ST. Paul, Minn
Quan Kai
Canton
China
May Bash Hin
Portland
Ore
St. Paul
East
Business men's club organized in Brownsville
In Brownsville Texas steps toward forming a business men's club proceed with over fifty signatures in support of a permanent body. Promoters expect a charter membership of 125 or more once organized.
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Brownsville
Tex
Disguised Stowaways Discouraged at Canal Zone Ports
In Washington Aug 11 vessels docking at canal zone ports adopt drastic measures to deter stowaways. One crew found several aboard a ship bound for Colón painted heads and faces with red lead as warning before landing them at the port of origin. Due to vigilant steamship officials ships now enter canal ports almost free of stowaways.
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Washington, D. C
Canal Zone
Colon
Ambassador Leishman Arrives in Turin for King Victor Emmanuel Audience
American ambassador Leishman arrived in Turin and will meet King Victor Emmanuel. He will present an autograph letter from President Taft congratulating Italy on its unity celebration.
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Turin
Leishman
Berlin
Victor Emmanuel
Taft
First mortgage on airship filed in Dedham
Dedham Massachusetts August 11 The aeroplane shows commercial value as a mort gage is filed in the registry office for seven hundred dollars lent by a Quincy firm secured by two motors two propellers and other parts of an airship to a Quincy man.
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Dedham
Mass
Quincy
Sham battle to feature camp at Mabry in Texas
Three thousand troops from regular and militia units reviewed before Brigadier General Duncan at Camp Mabry. Governor Colquitt observed as Col Alfred Reynolds led the Twenty second infantry, cavalry, and artillery in the maneuver. A sham battle between Reds and Blues is planned for tomorrow with umpire disputes likely to be explained in a post event lecture. General Duncan departs this afternoon for San Antonio.
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Camp Mabry
Tex
Joseph W. Duncan
Department of Texas
Colquitt
Alfred Reynolds
Fort Sam Houston
Twenty-second Infantry
Duncan
Reynolds
Sur
San Antonio
Highways Out of the Capital Plan Proposed by Senate
Senator Cullom introduces a bill to create seven national highways radiating from Washington and connecting Portland Buffalo Seattle San Francisco Austin and Miami with termini and names including the Washington Roosevelt Lincoln Jefferson Grant Monroe and Lee National highways. Estimated cost up to 148 million funded by bonds and tolls after construction.
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Associated Press
Washington
Senate
Cullom
Illinois
National Capitol
J. Floyd King
Louisiana
Committee On
Post Offices
Portland
Maine
Buffalo
N. Y
Seattle
Wash
San Francisco
Calif
San Diego
Austin
Texas
Miami
Florida
Pope Pius Sees Some Improvement Despite Weakness
Rome Aug 11 Pope Pius shows modest gains in strength though still weak. Doctors report better breathing and cooler temperature after a night of rest while the pontiff remains unable to eat well. He sits briefly in a chair and jokes about rumors, planning to return to his old bedroom as wall removal expands his quarters.
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Associated Press
Rome
Pope Pius
Pettacci
Prof
Marchialva
Vatican
Amici
Cardinal Merry del Val
Monsignor Bisleti
Yoakum City Cancels School House Bonds in Burn
At a Yoakum Texas city council meeting the officials ordered the cancellation and destruction by burn of three new series school house bonds Nos 30 31 and 32 each for 1000 dollars with thirty eight coupons of 50 dollars each dated 1909 and registered by the Texas comptroller. Total bonds canceled amount to 8700 dollars.
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Yoakum, Tex
City of Yoakum
State of
Texas
Unusual Animal Senses Found in Lower Creatures
The organs of sense in lower animals appear in surprising spots. Some creatures have eyes on their backs and ears in their legs, and some vocalize through their sides. Scent power in dogs and eagles far exceeds human ability.
Pike Road Campaign Aims at 200 Mile Texas to Louisiana Link
A mass meeting in Shreveport launched a drive for a macadamized 200 mile Pike Road from Shreveport to Dallas via Marshall Longview Grand Saline Mineola Wills Point and Terrell. A committee will seek a preliminary survey with speakers Judge John L Young District Judge Littl eton and M A Boden meadow among Texas delegates.
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Associated Press
Shreveport
Dallas
Marshall
Longview
Grand Saline
Mineola
Wills Point
Terrell
Tex
Good Roads
Texas
John L. Young
Littleton
M. A. Bodenmead
Luther Ellisgon
Admiral Togo Tour Draws Philadelphia Women Shoppers
In Philadelphia on Aug 11 Admiral Togo toured a major department store with his party drawing crowds of curious shoppers. Women remarked on his stature and gold tooth as the group moved through the aisles before visiting Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The entourage then saw the United States Mint and planned a 4 PM departure for New York.
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Associated Press
Philadelphia
Togo
Independence Hall
United States Mint
Admiral
New York
Newman's Theater, The Last of Diaz Much Cotton Received
Taylor Texas marked a banner cotton day with 92 bales sold in three yards, lifting total receipts since July 24 to 266 bales. Local statisticians forecast Williamson county may reach about 100000 bales, with Taylor expected to harvest 40000 to 80000 bales.
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Taylor
Tex
Williamson County
Marriage Licenses Granted to Several Couples
Marriage licenses were issued today to Jesse Booker and Susie Lee Shandy, Antonio Viduarre and Felipa Castilla, and Howard Taylor and Ester White.
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Jesse Booker
Susie Lee Shandy
Antonio Viduarre
Felipa Castilla
Howard Taylor
Ester White
Salaries of State Officials Increased Across Agencies
Austin reports a roughly 10 percent raise for state institution employees as legislatures push higher pay, with some boosts up to 26 percent. Colonel R. M. Wynne gains from 1,500 to 2,000 dollars yearly. many departments receive increased budgets while capital appropriations face resistance. An upcoming general appropriation bill aims at about 10 million dollars for two fiscal years amid cross-chamber talks. In separate news, Louisville Herald plant fire causes 125,000 dollar loss. linotype and presses damaged, no injuries.
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Associated Press
Austin
Tex
R. M. Wynne
Confederate Home
Bureau of Labor
Executive Department
Senate
House
Louisville Herald
Herald
Offie Post
Newspaper Plant Destroyed by Fire in Louisville
Fire gutted the Louisville engraving department building of a local newspaper, with investigators believing an explosion started the blaze. Large flames and smoke disrupted operations as crews fought the fire and assessed damage to the plant and presses.
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Louisville Herald
Associated Press
Louisville, Ky
London Strike Eases After Outsized Disruptions
Improved strike conditions reduce food and transport problems in London. Troops recalled from Aldershot may be redeployed, as dock workers and watermen near settlements. Provisions scarce in outskirts, high prices persist, and limited buses and taxis operate amid police guarding supply vans.
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Associated Press
London
Aldershot
Grove's Tasteless Malaria Medicine Ad
An old advertising snippet promotes Grove's Tasteless Medicine claiming to cure malaria and build up the system for both adults and children. The text emphasizes its suitability for all ages and lists a 60 cent price point.
Farmers Institute Opens at Luling with Noted Speaker
Luling Texas August 11 farmers institute underway with strong attendance from surrounding area. Samuel Neel of Seguin directs discussions on agricultural topics, noted as a leading progressive farmer in southwest Texas.
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Farmers’ Institute
Duling
Seing
Luling
Tex
Samuel Neel
Seguin
Texas
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