Galveston sees bathing dress debate on boulevard ethics
County commissioners of Galveston threaten legal action over impropriety of attire on the Gulf boulevard describing bathing costumes as not fitting modest dress. The piece contrasts Puritanism and modern fashion while noting Galveston’s struggle to become a true seaside resort. It cites views from London fashion circles and warnings about censorship versus freedom.
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Galveston
Galveston County
Gulf of Mexico
Ostend
Atlantic City
Island City
London
Growth of the Automobile Industry in Detroit
Detroit emerges as a manufacturing hub for cars led by Ford. Two brothers, stockholders in Ford, plan to sever ties and start their own auto maker, cashing out about 20 million dollars from their Ford stake while a 10 million dollar parts plant will shift to new production. Ford’s output nears 1000 cars daily with annual sales around 200.5 million, and new plants predicted to create 25,000 jobs in Detroit.
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Detroit
Ford Company
Ford
Ferd Company
Reversal of Galveston Fun Motif Meets Summer Itinerary
In the United States travel note two discuss the best resort ideas and compare beach pleasures. They claim all places resemble each other yet fun rises where clothes are few. The tale references old time warnings about bathing and hints Galveston may drop traditional summer plans.
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United States
Galveston
Delaying the Tariff Breach Between Parties Slows Passage
Predictions of a swift tariff revision failed as August passed without enrollment. Republicans had pledged no sustained opposition, yet voices from minority members kept pressure while the Democratic drive stalled. The delay deepens business uncertainty and tests hopes for swift legislative action.
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House
Republicans Stall On Tariff Record And Looming Adjournment
The piece argues Republicans in Congress delay to stake positions on the tariff bill and currency measures, warning that prolonged opposition harms the nation. It notes Democratic Underwood draft and President Wilson stance, with Louisiana insurgents delaying as Speaker Clark predicts a late November adjournment. It warns clock times in Congress may diverge from real adjournment.
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Senate
Congress
Underwood
Wilson
Louisiana
Clark
Washington Observatory
Rabbit-Proof Fences Across Australia and Their Toll
Australia’s rabbit-proof fences span about 1200 miles from Victoria to Western Australia, crossing diverse climates and borders. Inspectors and boundary riders patrol sections, use box traps for stray rabbits, and face wildlife deaths among emus and kangaroos weakened by the barriers.
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Australia
Victoria
South Australia
Queensland-New South Wales
Queensland
West Australia
Westralia
Tropics
Use of Cement in Building Promises Cheaper Reconstructed Stone
Mc Knight Realty Company urges deeper understanding of cement and stucco to promote cost savings in construction. Secretary A M McKnight touts cement and reconstructed stone as durable fireproof options requiring little upkeep, potentially cutting costs by 25 percent versus common brick. Cement production surged from 48,000 barrels in 1880 to 74 million in 1910, with mill prices dropping from $3.00 to 75 cents per barrel, signaling growing adoption.
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McKnight Realty Company
A. M. McKnight
United States
Journal of Commerce
The Lesser Evil Bear Hunt in Mississippi
A northern guest watches a bear hunt in Mississippi as a planter orders Sam to enter a cane thicket. Sam bravely dives in and, in moments, the bear, dogs, and man tumble out. The visitor asks if Sam feared the bear. Sam replies he knew the “old boss” and trusted fate.
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Mississippi
Sam
L Webber
Montreal Herald
Rich man seeks love as New Year changes fortunes
Jacques Duval vows to stop lavish giving after discovering his relatives have nothing to offer in return and learns true wealth in a young porcelain painter Henriette who accepts his offer of companionship. He clues into a hopeful future as a new year begins with honest affection.
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M. Duval
Jacques
Leopold
Betty
Marois
M. Leopold Courben
Place de la Bastille
Laura
Jacques Duval
Estella
Boulevard Maganta
Mme. Dumont
Monsieur Jacques
Henriette
Cousin
Fried eggs on a rough ride telltale travel humor
A traveler in the dining car orders fried eggs but the waiter jokes the cook cannot fry on a rough road. The road’s roughness scrambles the eggs. The piece also notes the Antarctic Ocean’s depth of 25,200 feet and area of 7,600,000 square miles.
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Antarctic Ocean
Fall tailored suit with three flounces on navy serge
Daily fashion note describes a navy blue serge suit worn by Miss Marion Hollis, winner of the Women's Metropolitan Championship. The outfit features three even flounces edged with black braid, a cut away coat with black braid, a white ratine waistcoat, a black satin sash, embroidered batiste blouse, ribbon trim hat, and buttoned walking boots, creating a trim traveling look.
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Marion Hollis
Batiste
Be Kind to Tigresses From the St Louis Post Dispatch
A tale compares kindness to a tiger with a zookeeper who freed a tigress by removing a bone and a British lieutenant who freed a thorn wound. The tigress later exacts revenge by consuming every officer who outranked him, illustrating the moral that kindness bears lasting impact.
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St. Louis Post-Dispatch
New York Zoo
India
Citizen status inquiry answers in 19th century letter
The Light explains formal process for citizenship. A reader who landed in 1871 as a minor must declare intent, wait two years, reside five years, then file for final papers. One year residency in the applicant’s locale is required. fees are $1 for the declaration and $4 for the final petition.
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TEXAN
United States
Apple King of Fruits From the Practical Farmer
The apple is praised as the king among tree fruits for its superior size flavor and keeping quality. It notes apples profit surpasses grain historically and warns that overplanting may reduce future profits while advising 32 feet between trees plus cultivation and manuring for healthy growth.
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