Colossal Aqueduct Plan Nears Completion Under Hudson
New York prepares to celebrate the completion of the under river tunnel linking Storm King and Break Neck as the greatest waterworks project aims to supply billions of gallons to the city. Mayor Gaynor, board officials, and chief engineer J Waldo Smith will walk the 3022 foot tunnel after the final blast. The $162 million system includes Ashokan dam and miles of aqueduct and piping. Expected to begin delivering water in 1913.
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New York
Hudson River
Storm King
Catskill Mountains
Gaynor
Board of Water Supply
New York City
Ashokan
Manhattan Island
Hudson
America
Straus
John Ff. Galvin
Charles N. Chadwick
Break Neck
N. Y
Catskills
Dermatologist Reveals Secret to Youthful Complexion
English dermatologist Dr J Mortimer Mitchell, visiting the country, says keeping the face young means avoiding complete cuticle removal. He notes the surface skin dies and flakes gradually, and that a simple mercurial wax from drug stores can hasten shedding for a painless, inexpensive result.
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J. Mortimer Mitchell
Giant Catskills Aqueduct Project Aims to Supplant NYC Water
An army of 16 000 workers and vast machinery span 120 miles from Staten Island and Queens to the Ashokan reservoir. The undertakings involve more than thirty major firms building high level concrete aqueducts from the Catskills to the sea with contracts of 1 to 12 million dollars each. The new system is designed to serve New York City’s growing population to 10 million by 1930 and could double capacity with additional dams in the Catskills built in under a year.
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Panama Canal
Staten Island
Queens
Ashokan Reservoir
Catskills
New York
Motocycle Theft Suspect Detained in Waco Jail
A young man held in Waco on a sworn complaint is accused of stealing a motorcycle owned by William A. Menger. Sheriff To bin was informed by wire yesterday. Chief Deputy Charles Stevens plans to return him to San Antonio.
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San Antonio
Waco
Tobin
William A. Menger
Charles Stevens
Menger
Orchards Endangered in Northwestern Texas
Fungus growth threatens apple trees across Amarillo Crosbyton and nearby areas. State entomologist E. E. Scholl departs tomorrow to investigate in Amarillo and Crosbyton and extends survey to other points, aiming to curb potential destruction of orchards.
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Austin
Tex
State Department of Agriculture
Amarillo
Crosbyton
E. E. Scholl
Charlevoix Identification System Adopted by Mexican Consul
Mexican Consul Manuel Estella in San Antonio adopts the Charlevoix system for citizenship papers. The method combines a word portrait with a photograph on one document to prevent fraud. It integrates Bertilion features and is described as more complete and secure for identifying Mexican citizens in the United States.
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France
Manuel A. Estella
Republic of France
Bhsteva
United States
Texas
Mexico
San Antonio
Estevla
Charlevoix
Juan Banderas
Esteva
Slayden Tours Ocean Railway Engineering Feat
Representative James L. Slayden returns from Key West after a tour of the Ocean Railway with the military affairs committee. He praises the engineering skill and the daring of the builders as the train crosses long spans with vast water on both sides. The article notes a bridge section extending more than 18 000 feet.
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Washington, D. C
James L. Slayden
Key West
Military Affairs Committee
New Ocean Railway
Slayden
Edison to Exhibit Cement Wonders at Madison Square Garden
Thomas A. Edison leads New York cement show opening tomorrow at Madison Square Garden for a week. Highlights include cement music boxes and cabinets resembling mahogany, the concrete gun for plastering and applying thin concrete coats, and broader exhibits planned to exceed past shows. Edward Hagar predicts a standout display.
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New York
Thomas A. Edison
Madison Square Garden
Mr. Edison
Edward Hagar
Useful Hints on Canaries From a Philadelphia Ad
Useful hints for canary care. Notes that male canaries sing and females breed. Advises protection from drafts and feeding with Premier Mixed Bird Seed and Bird Manna from P B F Co. Mentions white metal caps and red imprint, distribution via druggists or mail order from 400 N érd St Philadelphia. Pricing for bird books and Manna included.
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Canaries
Andreasberg
Hartz
Philadelphia Bird Food Co
N. Érd St
Philadelphia
Bankers Back English Syndicate in CVNDIGATE BOLO Deal
Representatives of CVNDIGATE BOLO 10 MEXICO sought bond backing for a railroad project. The Clearing House endorsed the English syndicate, not individuals, and bankers urged a $100,000 bond to cover rights of way and depot sites valued at about $150,000.
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Civic Organizations’ Committee
Clearing House
San Antonio, Rockport & Mexican Railway Company
Crowther
San Antonio
San Antonio, Rockport &Mexican Railway Company, Limited
London
San Antonio Business Groups Respond to Railway Bonus Demand
A coalition of the Chamber of Commerce Real Estate Exchange Young Men's Business League Jobbers and Manufacturers League and Retail Merchants Association states their three day negotiations with the San Antonio Rockport and Mexican Railway were conducted for San Antonio's good. They contest a $160000 bonus and $150000 in rights of way, argue for a $100000 bond, and warn that without adequate protection the deal risks public funds.
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Undersigner
Chamber of Commerce, Real Estate Exchange
Young Men’s Business League
Jobbers and Manufacturers League
Retail Merchants*association
San Antonio, Rockport & Mexican Railway
San Antonio
Matlock
San Antonio, Rockport & Mexican Railway Company of Texas
Texas
San Antonio, Rockport & Mexican Railway Company
Tco
Peary
Jake Wolff
Charles Graebner
Chamber of Commerce
R. H. Wester
Real Estate Exchange
A. H. Halff
Dick O. Terrell
Young Men's Business League
August Briam JR
Retail Merchants Association
P.G. Lucas
Retail Merchants Ass'n
Mexico Felt Quake In City. No Casualties Reported
An earthquake lasting about one minute struck Mexico City at 5 30 am today causing slight damage. No injuries were reported. The item notes Matthew's Cafeteria at 222 Losoya Street offering pies cakes and pastries with prices and menu.
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Mexico City
Matthew
Losoya Street
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