Edward the Seer Arrested After Seance Fails
Edward Charities, 54, of 1401 First Ave, a self described seer and phrenologist, was arrested after a seance in Charles' room led to a police encounter. A motorcycle officer questioned “Harry Allen” who sought a raise for bluecoats. The con man claimed future prophecies and misled the officer before Edward was released on $100 bail.
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Edward
Seer
Yogist
R. R. Moulton
Charles
Moulton
Harry Allen
Bluecoata
Nova Scotia
Timbuktu
Bert Bert
Harry Alien
Napoleon
Heal Skin Diseases It Is Unnecessary to Suffer
An advisory urges readers that skin conditions like ringworm and rashes can be treated and relief found without enduring discomfort. It promotes seeking effective remedies and medical guidance for persistent or worsening cases.
What Do You Expect of Your Dentists
A dental practice offers high grade permanent dentistry at low prices with free examination and estimates. It promises careful checkups of teeth and includes promises of special services.
May Be Provisional President of Mexico Gomez Emerges as Favor
The Angeles faction leans toward Gomez as provisional president while noting no military figure will be named. Gomez, a civilian and former strong Maderista, is viewed as a capable bet as the group prepares to announce its choice.
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Mexico
Gomez
Angeles
Villiastas
Dice, Duty, and a Doughboy's Gamble in War Forties
A wartime camp scene shows doughboys gambling with dice and cards amid ruined basements and army life. The piece notes high bets, thousands of dollars in play, and the lure of chance during and after World War I, but argues returning soldiers lack funds to gamble and will return to civilian life.
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States
Labor Council Probes Missing Mooney Tag Day Request
The Central Labor Council investigates why the Soldiers and Sailors council request for a Mooney tag day in Beattie did not reach the city council. Delegates blame pigeonholing and consider a citywide or weekend action as discussions continue. A committee is appointed to determine why the permit was blocked and what steps follow.
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Soldiers and Sailors’ Council
Labor Council Supports Soldiers and Sailors in Local Rift
The Central Labor council voted $200 to the Soldiers' and Sailors' council after J. McDonnell spoke for the strikers. The council supported the Soldiers and Sailors council against the union's fundraising for the men. A Tacoma tag day dispute was called exploitation of the workers. A Montana One Big Union convention was discussed after a Metal Mine Workers letter. the matter was tabled.
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Central Labor Council
J. McDonnell
British Columbia Federation of Labor
Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Council
Soldie and Sailors’ Union
Tacoma
Butte
Montana
Metal
Express Employes Form Strong Labor Union In Chicago
A joint Chicago session of the railroad expressmen and the American Express employes formed a strong labor organization. They adopted a new constitution and by laws and plan to send delegates to Washington to confer with the War Labor Board to seek reconsideration of an unfavorable decision.
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Chicago
P Foundation
Railroad Expressmen
Brotherhood of American Express
Washington
War Labor Board
Expressmen
Wolf in Sheep's Clothing Costs Wool Grows High
A quip notes wool prices spike making the wolf's disguise in sheep's clothing costly as the wool market remains expensive.
One Kifla Word A Day Limits Some Men
A concise note observes that daily Kifla word practice tests the patience of some men who reach their limit when learning new terms.
Mooney strike debate clouds Seattle unions action
Central Labor Council debated the Mooney strike issue on Wednesday night but will delay notifying unions until strike headquarters in Chicago confirms a call. Only 53 of 190 city unions favored the strike, with criticisms of ballots handling and calls to proceed or pause.
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Mooney
Central Labor Council
Chicago
James Duncan
A. F. of IL
Atlantic City
J. H. Stewart
Mooney Defense Committee
Duncan
Charlie Doyle
Council
J. W. Robertson
Seattle
T Am
Phil Pear
The
Barbers
Fear a Foreign Grip on Riches of India
Calcutta reports that Britain contemplates curbing foreign enterprise in India. A Holland Commission urged drastic measures to ensure Indian wealth benefits locals, proposing modern agriculture, labor saving machinery, native industrial education, forest and fishery exploitation, and a comprehensive survey of real possibilities.
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N. EB. A
Calcutta
Great Britain
India
Thomas Holland
Parlor Politician Faces Cold Reception Later
A noted socialite known for hosting many neighborhood gatherings is criticized for rarely returning invitations. Observers warn that her pattern may lead to social isolation as communities weigh the balance between giving and receiving hospitality.
118 Year Old Patient Questions Infirmary Rules
In Chicago on June 26 Squire James negro, admitted to Oak Forest infirmary, expresses disbelief at reaching 118 years and asks about drink access and keeping his pipe and tobacco amid institutional regulations.
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Chicago
Squire James
Oak Forest
James
Porto Rico Teachers Stranded Seek Transport Home
In San Juan on June 26, 80 American school teachers remain marooned on Porto Rico with schools finished and no steamship space available. They contemplate petitioning Secretary Baker to dispatch an army transport to bring them home, reflecting a lingering personal habit mentioned in a local voice.
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San Juan
Porto Rico
Baker
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