Magnate’s Union Pacific Loan Triggers Market Selloff
London reports that a major American magnate secured large credit against Union Pacific stock. When the borrower refused to repay, the bank liquidated the security and dumped shares in private and public markets. The spree of sales caused a broad market drop and strained top firms, with an Anglo American house stepping in to stabilize the account.
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Union Pacific
London
England
Daily Mail
Union Pacifics
Stock Exchange
a_ie Anglo-American house
Land Office to Sell Townsite Lots on Kiowa Comanche Lands
Washington DC The commissioner of the detention land office announces sales of townsite lots on the Kiowa Comanche and Apache lands. Randlett opens May 13, Eschitti May 23, Quanah June 3, Isadore June 13, Ahpentone June 23, Koonkachey July 5. Sales continue daily until all lots are offered. Purchasers must pay one fourth of the price in cash.
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Washington, D C
Detent Land Office
Randlett
Eschitti
Quanah
Isadore
Ahpentone
Koonkachey
Railroad Employes Federate in Buffalo Conference
A secret two day conference in Buffalo between the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen and the order of railway contractors ratified an agreement to federate on all disputes with railroad companies. The pact calls for cooperation of officers to present a united front to employers.
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Buffalo
N. Y
Brotherhood of
Order of
Indianapolis
One fare round trip to LA for NEA fifteenth anniversary
Official notice from the National Educational Association informs that all railway lines of the Transcontinental and Western Passenger associations grant a round trip rate of one fare plus a $2 membership fee for the NEA fifteenth anniversary convention in Los Angeles scheduled July 8 to 12.
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Winona
Minn
Shepard
National Educational ‘Association
Transcontinental and
Western
Los Angeles
Cal
Chinese famine relief rushed with large donations from Dr Elposeh
Dr Louis Elposeh of the Christian Herald reports in telegrams from China an acute condition. He informs the state department and will forward 50 000 dollars to the Red Cross in addition to 100 000 dollars worth of food. The supplies will be placed on the army transport Ford for shipment from San Francisco next month.
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China
Washington
Louis Elposeh
The
Christian Herald
State Department
Red Cross
Army
Buford
San Francisco
Venezuelan Rebel Leader Penaloza Defeated in Tachira
A Caracas letter received by the Venezuelan consul in Willemstad Curacao states Gen. Juan Pablo Penaloza, once reported to have started a major rebellion in Tachira, has been defeated and is being pursued by government troops. Capture is expected soon.
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Willemstad
Curacao
Caracas
Juan’ Pablo Pénalosa
Tachira
Venezuela
Wellman's Air Ship Ready for North Pole Expedition
The Wellman-Chicago Record Herald reports the air ship America is completing preparations for departure from Paris to Tromsø, Norway. The balloon has been rebuilt with new motors and a lifting power of 19 500 pounds, with departure set for June 1.
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Wellman
Paris
Well‘man
Chicago
Herald
North Pole
America
Tromsoe
Norway
Death of James H. Smith on Wedding Tour in Tokio
Despatch from Tokio reports the death of James Henry Smith, wealthiest capitalist, while on a world wedding tour. His bride, the former wife of William Rhinelander Stewart, was divorced and they wed in New York last September.
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New York
Tokio
James Henry
Smith
Ality
Mr. Smith
William ‘Rhinelander Stewart
Esty
New York's Rapid Growth Proclaimed by Moody’s Magazine
Moody’s Magazine notes New York City's rapid growth as a source of national pride. Statisticians forecast the metropolis will surpass London by 1915 and double in 25 years, with New York already comprising about 1 in 20 of the U S population. The century’s growth there outpaced the nation fivefold.
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New York
London
New York City
United States
Moody’s “Magazine
Blood purifying tonic promises to restore kidney function
An advertisement urges readers to buy a home made mix of Fluid Extract Dandelion Compound Kargon and Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla. It claims the blend will revive weak kidneys, flush uric acids, cleanse the blood, and restore red blood cells, alleviating eruptions rheumatism nervous and stomach issues.
Old Cannon Headline at Mare Island Yard Stumps Attempts
A San Francisco contractor bought obsolete smooth bore cannons from Mare Island navy yard and tried multiple methods to break them for shipment. Dynamite, blasting powder, drilling and wedges failed, with the arsenal later moved to hills near Point Richmond for a final break attempt. The cannons belonged to warships that sailed in 1812.
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Mare Island Navy Yard
San Francisco
Point Richmond
Oldest Enlisted Man in U S Army Serves Five Decades
Serst David Robertson of the hospital corps on Governors Island is the oldest enlisted American Army member. A Scotch native, he first enlisted May 27 1854 and has served continuously without missing a day. He is 74 years old and has earned an extraordinary long service record.
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United States Army
Serst
David Robertson
Hospital Corps
Governor’ S Island
Postum Helps Woman End Nervous Prostration
A wealthy woman reports eight years of nervous trouble including insomnia and heart flutter. After quitting coffee and using Postum, she improves within a month, regains color, sleeps well, gains appetite, and returns to full daily activity. A friend’s similar success is noted after boiling Postum longer. The testimonial ends with the line There's a reason from Postum Company.
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Postum Company
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
Promises of Bright Carpet Dye and Patent Remedies
An assortment of old advertisements tout carpet dyes with Putnam faceless dyes claiming lasting brightness. Included are claims for Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething, Dr Kline's nerve restorer with a free trial, and Garfield Tea as a guaranteed laxative under the Pure Food and Drugs Law.
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St. Vitus
Vertebrate and invertebrate animals described with starch praise
The article notes about 156000 known animal species with 15300 vertebrates. It then shifts to advertising Defiance Starch claiming safety for fine fabrics and strong stiffening power, reducing needed quantity for a perfect finish.
English Women Good Shots at Wandsworth Rifle Club
Women joining the Wandsworth Rifle Club prove expert with scores often reaching 35 out of 40. The club committee seeks more women sharpshooters to arrange a match against men.
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Wandsworth
England
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