British Cabinet On Verge Of Collapse Over Conscription
London April 19 Herald reports Premier Herbert Asquith proposed adjournment of the Commons to seek cabinet consensus on conscription. He warned disunity could break up the ministry if differences remain unresolved. Rumors of resignations from Lloyd George and Kitchener circulated but were disputed.
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Women urged to adopt trousers in self defense league
Miss Anna Higgins advocates the American Women's League for Self Defense to adopt male soldier garb and abandon skirts. She urges women to be comfortable with their arms and legs and to familiarize themselves with the new attire.
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New York
Anna Higgins
American Women's League For Self Defense
Four Held After Hotel Robbery Allegation
Sam Jones Kate Shephard J E Rose and Rose Helm are jailed on a complaint by steamship captain Singermann who says he was drugged and robbed of 105 dollars in the Erwin hotel Tuesday night. He saw the four in his room after waking.
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Kate Shephard
J. E Rose
Rose Helm
Singermann
Erwin
Strikers Battle Deputies at Hastings Conduit Plant
Striking workers at the National Conduit and Cable Co clashed with deputy sheriffs after a protest at the Hastings on Hudson plant. A volley of stone throwing and confrontations were reported as authorities intervened during the April 19 incident.
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Hastings-On-Hudson
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National Conduit and Cable Co
Purse Snatched From Mrs Ingraham on Republican Street
A purse containing 50 cents was snatched from the hand of Mrs. K. C. Ingraham on Republican street between 18th and 19th Avenues Tuesday night. A thief seized the small sum and disappeared.
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Republican St
18Th
19Th Aves
Community Festival by North End Merchants
North End merchants plan a festival along Kilbourne Street and Woodland Park Avenue from Thursday through Saturday night. Manufacturers will exhibit their products and demonstration lectures will be given.
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North End
Kilbourne St
Woodland Park Ave
Waite Found Sane by Alienists in Grand Rapids Slay Case
Dr Arthur Warren Waite confessed slayer of his wealthy father in law John E Peck of Grand Rapids was examined by alienists who ruled him perfectly sane despite the alleged abnormality.
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New York
Arthur Warren Waite
John E. Peck
Grand Rapids
Theda Bara Seeks Stage Tragedienne Fame
Theda Bara declares ambition to become a tragedienne on the speaking stage, detailing her training, self-critique, and resolve to endure sacrifices for lasting fame. She reflects on art, praise, and the peril of fame gained too quickly while vowing to push onward.
German Envoy Seeks Release of Von Igel Papers
The New York arrest of Wolf Von Igel former secretary to a German embassy official and seizure of his Wall Street papers prompt reports of international bomb plot links. Bernstorff pressed Lansing for return of materials and photo prohibition, while papers remain with the U S district attorney in New York. Separately Bernstorff planned a State Department conference to press for release. Seward hosts Republican convention opening with nationwide Alaska representation expected.
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Wall Street
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Berlin
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Vongel
U. S
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State Department
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Fire Devours Grocery as Storekeeper Fends Burglary
Tom Rackler fought a burglar in his midnight break in at a small grocery at 601 W 65th Ave. A gun duel and lamp fire started, trapping Rackler’s wife and four children above the store but they escaped. The frame building and stock were destroyed. Owner listed as W H Riley.
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W. 65Th
Rackler
W H. Riley
Citizens push to elevate Spokane Ave crossing in West Seattle
Residents of the Fourteenth ward meet at Fauntleroy Gatewood improvement club to demand elevating the Spokane avenue tracks over the railroad crossing where last week a Milwaukee owned O W freight train collided with an Alki street car, killing a woman. Petitions to City Council seek talks with the railroad about faster safer service and a ten minute time gain. The Public Service Commission pursues crossing gates and continues hearings on the Alkcar collision through Monday.
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Fauntieroy-Gatewood Improvement Club
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Public Service Commission
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Typhus Germs Found in Dr Waite’s Wife in Grand Rapids
Mrs Arthur Warren Waite, wife of the New York dentist awaiting trial for murder, was moved to a Grand Rapids sanitarium for treatment after doctors reported typhus germs in her blood. The case centers on the supposed murder of John F E Peck, her father-in-law.
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Arthur Warren Waite
New York
John FE. Peck
Alaska Quakes Detected by Washington Seismograph
A University of Washington seismograph recorded earthquakes Monday evening in Alaska, with the event noted as a likely seismic occurrence. The article provides limited details on magnitude or location beyond the Alaska region.
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Alaska
University of Washington
U S Demands Withdrawals as War Board Plans Border Visit
Amb Arrendondo in Washington orders withdrawal of the American expedition claiming Villistas broken up as Gen Hugh Scott heads to the border to gather precise war department briefing. Funston remains in command amid reports on Pershing’s forces near Parra and the fate of Villa remains a mystery.
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Diaz Revolution Gains New Headway After Villa Halt
El Paso dispatch reports Felix Diaz revolt resurging as the Villa expedition pauses to confirm reports of his death. Secret service probes border plans for a Diaz rising and financial backers may back a new movement if U S actions fail to prevent intervention.
New Vaudeville Theatre to Open at Palace Hippodrome
remodeled Palace Hippodrome to stage feature films with vaudeville acts. Joseph Muller new resident manager for Ackerman Harris announces opening on April 30 with workmen decorating and rearranging the house. Girl ushers and one-price admission for all seats.
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Empresa
Joseph Muller
Ackerman & Harris
California Syrup of Figs Alert Becomes Child Calming Laxative
Old fashioned calomel and castor oil are criticized as harmful to children while California Syrup of Figs is promoted as a safe, pleasant laxative. The ad claims it cleanses the liver and bowels, soothes the stomach, and is loved by kids. It urges buyers to demand the 50 cent bottle from the California Fig Syrup Company and avoid counterfeits.
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California
California Fig Syrup Company
Confessions of a Wife Pat Makes a Surprising Request
Margie agrees to a bold idea as Pat asks to publish the little book of her married life. The two discuss meaning, burden, and how readers might view her tale while Mollie and Chad loom in the background.
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Pat
Alice
Mollie
Chad
Margie
Construction begins on $24 million Miami Valley dam system
Dayton Ohio April 19 construction work started on a flood control system for the Miami valley. Five detention basins will hold back floods 40 percent larger than the 1913 disaster. the project costs about $24,000,000 in materials. The tallest structure at Minglewood rises 120 feet. three year completion target.
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Dayton
Miami Valley
Mnglewood
Schubert Club Sings Lochinvar's Ride at Odd Fellows Hall
The Schubert club will sing Lochinvar's Ride with three soloists and a chorus at a concert at Odd Fellows hall Monday night.
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Schubert Club
Lochinvar's Ride
Odd Fellows’ Hall
Why Hair Falls Out Dandruff Remedy Ad
A 25 cent bottle of Danderine is advertised to stop hair loss by treating dandruff. It claims the scalp clears of dandruff after several applications and hair loss slows.
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