Salvation Army Discovers Grime Among Aristocracy
A German and British effort reveals degradation among nobles leading to the creation of the Salvation League. An inquiry into falls from noble status into criminal habits spurred reforms and a push to reform aristocratic society. Duchess Antoinette of Mecklenburg figures in the era’s intrigue as investigations widen.
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League
Germany
Antoinette of
Mecklenberg
Spain
Eng
Alfonso
Geran
Vely
Marie
de Humil
Salvation League
Ireland’s State Jewels Vanish from Dublin Castle
Ireland’s state jewels valued at about a quarter of a million dollars are reported missing from Dublin Castle. A cryptic tip suggests the jewels were used as collateral in an unspecified dispute, with local authorities investigating possible theft or misplacement.
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Seattle Star
Dublin
Ireland
Dublin Castle
Twain Denies Knowledge Of Regalia Jewels
The lord lieutenant's regalia jewels are referenced with Mark Twain jokingly asked about their whereabouts and quickly offering an alibi.
Infant Mortality Surges in New York City
New York reports high infant deaths for the last fortnight with 1,653 under age five in the week and 3,156 for the season. Dr Guilfoy links rise in infant mortality to improper feeding by mothers and urges education for mothers in poorer areas about avoiding unripe fruit and meat in summer.
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New York
Five Boroughs
Guilfoy
Board of Health
Proverba of the Arabs on women shown in samples
The text presents stereotypes about women with lines like beauty of man lies in spirit while a woman's virtue is her beauty. It offers quips advising consulting wives but acting as you please and cruel reproaches about vengeance tied to wives and husbands.
Fragmented Price Listing With Odd Numbers
A damaged OCR shows a jumble of regular price figures such as 2.25, 7.25, 2, 4.00, 4.25 and 1.66. The text lacks clear context or identifiable items or dates.
Parade Promises Three Mile Circus Pageant In Seattle
Ringling Bros announces a street parade in Seattle during their two day visit. The procession will span three miles with the entire circus menagerie on parade, bands, riders, clowns, and calliopes promising an unrivaled spectacle. Parades start at 10 a m each day.
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Ringling Broa
Seattle
Ch Oin
Ringlings
Millionaire Ed Perrin Breaks Down On Stand
In San Francisco on August 15 Ed Perrin cried and protested his innocence during testimony in a California land fraud trial. He claimed to have been misled and shifted blame to partner John A. Henson as the examination unfolded.
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San Francisco
Edward Hi. Perrin
California
John A. Henson
Chinn and His Hardware Miss New York Visit
Col Jack Chinn of Kentucky is missing roll call and his summer routine of visiting New York to see the Long Island tracks. The article notes his habit of peeking at the metropolis and his warlike image brightening the city while he enjoys racecourse views as a true Kentuckian.
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New York
Jack Chinn
Kentucky
Long Island
Noted Col on Track Triggers Alarm at Waldorf Scene
A wartime colonel caused a disturbance at the Waldorf Astoria during a visit by displaying his deadly hardware and pursuing a citizen who disrespected him. Allies intervened to prevent harm and avoid another fatal incident.
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Ture
Waldorf-Astoria
Great Soldier in Cottage Oyama Lays Quiet Life in Tokyo
Field Marshal Oyama, commander in chief of the Japanese army against Russia, lives quietly in a small house at the western edge of Tokio. The aging hero endures public adulation while staying out of the spotlight.
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Oyama
Russia
Little House
Seattle Star
Tokio
Russilans
Seattle Attorney Heads Westward by Auto to Frisco
Attorney J. T. Ronald of Seattle arrived in Frisco after a cross country auto journey. He reported only two punctured tires as trouble. He traveled with W. G. Ronald J. W. Godwin and L. T. Timpe of Northwest Motor Co Beattle in a White Steamer.
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San Francisco
J. T. Ronald
Seattle
Savings Bank Deposits Show Regional Averages Across States
The report notes 1,319 savings banks with 8,027,192 depositors and an average $433.79 per depositor. Iowa leads banks with 494 institutions but only 335,527 patrons, while New York has 124 savings funds and 2,637,236 depositors. Newark deposits are high with an average $506.25, and Ohio records the best average balance at $639.59. Rhode Island ranks second in average balance.
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Iowa
Wih
New York
Newark
Ohio
Rhode Island
SPEAKIN' OF CHILDREN AND POWER LINES
A commentator notes the cost of raising a city child at about 26000 dollars while landlords argue real estate bears the loss. A Kern River plant in Southern California transmits 25000 horsepower over 117 miles at 5000 volts and plans extensions to reach 65000 horsepower.
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John Graham Brooks
Kern River
California
Washington Fire Expands Operations Across Twenty-Two States
The Washington Fire continues growth by extending its services into twenty two states, broadening its geographic reach and client base. Company officials cite increased demand for emergency equipment and rapid response capabilities across multiple regions.
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The
Washington Fire
States of the Union
Ove
Amusements preview at the Grand and Luna Park listings
The Hep Francisco Opera company performed Dolly Varden with Frieda Wishar in the lead at the Grand, while Eugene Werner offered a Te R. Tonight a double bill of Pinafore and Cavalleria Rusticana caps the week. Luna Park features Canals of Venice and Whang Ho among attractions, with Wagner band concerts and various vaudeville acts drawing crowds. Ohio politics note asks who backs Foraker versus Taft.
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Hep Francisco Opera Company
Tole
Frieda Wishar
Eugene Werner
Luna Park
Canals of
Venice
Whang Ho
von Magel
Boonte Park
Ficenic Park
Madison St
Wagner
Pacific
Mizunoa
Erich von Engel
Canalis
Moors Rebellious As They Challenge Government
Paris reports indicate Moors rally to overthrow the government after advices received. The note highlights growing political upheaval and potential civil instability in the region.
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Paris
Funeral directors elect officers at Tacoma meeting
The Washington funeral directors association at Tacoma elected officers for the coming year. President Conrad L. Hoska of Tacoma led the slate with J. F. Jones of Buckley as first vice president and George MacMartin of Walla Walla as second vice president. Other officers include secretary B. S. Hennessey of Walla Walla and treasurer Lee H. Dodge of Anacortes.
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Tacoma
Conrad L. Hoska
J. F. Jones
Buckley
George MacMartin
Walla Walla
Hennesey
Lee H. Dodge
Anacortes
J. W. Cockerly
Stewart sentenced at pesthouse hearing to forty days
Stewart, held under quarantine at the pesthouse and prosecuted on a disorderly person charge, was fined to forty days in jail by Judge Gordon yesterday afternoon.
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Stewart
Gordon
Foreman Fined for Maltreating a Horse by Justice Carroll
L Murphy, foreman for Stanley Bros contractors, was fined 75 dollars plus costs for maltreating a horse. The Humane Society prosecuted. A good home is the best sermon about heaven.
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L. Murphy
Stanley Bros. Contractors
Justice Carroll
To Humane Society
Heaven
Fishing Rod Sale At Piper Taft Store
Bargain sale announced on fishing rods at Piper Taft, 1094 26 Second Ave. Special pricing aims to close out inventory and reduce stock. Store promises limited quantities and door wide discounts for eager shoppers.
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Piper & Taft
Perma ent Fund Planned to Support Society Work
The society plans to establish a permanent fund in this state to carry on its work. A building is expected to be erected eventually to serve as state headquarters.
A Road Which Leads to Wealth
A short, cautionary feature urges saving habits to build wealth. It notes many fail to save yet those who persist with weekly deposits accumulate a nest egg. The State Bank of Beattle advertises a four percent savings rate compounded twice yearly.
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Wien
State Bank of
Beattle
Yesterway
First Av
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