Whaling Shifts From Sail to Steam in Alaska
The article notes a transition from old sailing whaling to steam-powered operations in Alaska. Two shore stations, Akutan and Port Armstrong, now handle carcasses scientifically, using all byproducts for oil fertilizer and meat. Sperm whales remain most valuable, with a good specimen worth about $3000.
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Alaskan
Alaska
Akutan
Unimak Pass
Aleutian Islands
Port Armstrong
Baranof Island
Mystery of the Isle Kiss and the Husband Riddle
A barroom puzzle unfolds as A and B dine with a man who recalls a past canoeing kiss with Mildred Johnson. The question asks which man married her as a punchline. Also included are quips from vaudeville and a military camp miscue about a dead horse and roast, plus gossip style jokes about dogs and optimists.
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Hotel Astor
New York
Mildred Johnson
Yearlong talks as Britain stalls trade embargo fears
The article argues the nation should consider an embargo on war supplies to Allies, noting Britain's blockade irritations and precedents from 1862. It mocks endless talk of treaties and urges focus beyond presidential candidates during the harvest season.
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Bryan
Great Britain
Uncle Sam
America
John Bull
England
American-Hawaiian Plans Three New Coastwise Liners
The Seamen's law debate continues as American-Hawaiian Steamship Co. announces three new coastwise liners amid industry clashes with Robert Dollar and Pacific Mail over the law's impact. Proponents say life protections grow. critics warn of business disruption.
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la Follette
American-Hawaiian Steamship Co
Robert Dollar
Pacific Mail Steamship Co
Neutrality in War Hazards for Romania and Greece
Von Reventlow warns neutrality is hazardous as Greece leans Allies the balance shifts Romania to face a precarious dilemma. The piece likens outcomes to heads win tails lose and notes local letters proposing a new publication The Straphanger. Hayti comment closes the column with a sharp comparison to Europe.
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Ount von Reventlow
Rumania
Greece
Ben Lindsey found guilty of contempt in Denver court
The Denver bench holds Ben Lindsey, a figure known for legal clashes, in contempt of court. The ruling cites overt defiance of court orders and persistent disregard for judicial process, highlighting a high-profile stand-off in Colorado courts.
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Ben Lindsey
Denver
Colorado
Georgia Rejects Old Demon Rum News Alive Elsewhere
The piece notes Georgia dismisses the old intoxicant issue with vigor while reporting the Sultan recovers from an operation. It mentions a Turk facing possible terrors of war as a separate note.
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Georgia
Stella and Gertie Signal from Camp After Separation
A wartime story notes Stella and Gertie amid a harsh separation as Stella’s husband Gertie is ordered into camp. In plain sight of the captain’s residence, the couple keeps hope alive by frequent handkerchief signals to ease their bereavement.
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Long
Jane
Seweller Hire School Boy As Worker
Local report notes a boy was hired by a seweller to assist in work. The arrangement involved a fine for the boy, with details indicating a formal employment or apprenticeship in a small trade. Further context on location and parties is unavailable in the fragment.
Ex-Congressman predicts trouble in Mexico and Washington
Nathan Frank of St. Louis former Missouri congressman says he will defeat Senator Reed next election and return to Washington. Frank also predicts the United States will have to use the bayonet in Mexico.
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Nathan Frank
St. Louis
Missouri
Washington
Reed
Frank
United States
Mexico
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