Lorimer Controversy Reaches Senate Accountability
The piece criticizes Senator Wesley Lorimer Jones for supporting Lorimerism and crooked politics tied to the Lorimer case. It accuses Jones of voting with standpatters on key issues and urges voters to judge by actions, not apologies, referencing Payne-Aldrich Ballinger and the Taft era. It also notes a local telephone franchise dispute and regulatory questions for the traction company.
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White House feud over attorney general exposes tensions
The author attacks McReynolds and Butler removal amid alleged friction with Atty Gen Knaebel. He claims a Wilson-Guggenheim link taints the affair and urges a public hearing. The piece also includes a sardonic quip on women’s dress and moral propriety.
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Uncle Sam and the coal race in canal commerce
Prof. A W Kirkaldy argues fuel stations will decide the Suez Panama rivalry. He notes the US plans to supply coal at $4.75 a ton at either end, while English coal on the Suez route is dearer. The piece asks if America will be ready with Alaskan coal.
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Pape's Diapepsin Promises Quick Stomach Relief
Advertises Pape's Diapepsin as a fast, safe remedy for indigestion dyspepsia gas heartburn and sour stomach. Claims five minute relief and a money back guarantee with a fifty cent case providing a hundred dollars worth of value. Recommends keeping it at home for day or night stomach upset.
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Notable Quips and Stage Move In Political Life
A collage of quotes and anecdotes from early 20th century public figures and everyday life. Notes on Wilson family stage links, MattHewson praise, a ballplayer’s hunger for team victory, Altoona teacher changes, and a New York legislative twist amid Tammany influence.
Cheese Player in Sweden Teaches Poker Frost Line Lesson
A strangely phrased report notes a cheese player in Sweden who froze to death, prompting a controversial takeaway that poker strategies could be learned from cold extremities. The frost line is described as just above the feet, suggesting a湿 tone.
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Court of Appeals rules on benzoate use in foods
The United States Court of Appeals concluded that manufacturers may add benzoate of soda to foods. The decision did not mandate that consumers must purchase foods containing the preservative.
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United States Court of Appeals
China Leads in Canal Marking and Inland Waterways
China stands as the leading nation in canal utilization with a network exceeding 5,000 miles and a main link between Peking and Canton at 1,200 miles. Russia owns the longest canal from St. Petersburg to the Chinese frontier at 4,472 miles, and a second stretch of 1,434 miles between Astrachan and St. Petersburg. Holland ranks first in number of canals, but total inland waterway mileage is about 930 miles.
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Hyomei Claimed to Cure Catarrh with Natural Air Therapy
Advertises Hyomei as a natural remedy for catarrh and breathing troubles. Describes a pocket inhaler delivering medicated air that reaches nose throat and lungs to kill germs and heal mucous membranes. Claims mountain air like balsams and offers a Hyomei outfit priced at $1.00 with extra liquid bottles for 50 cents. Drugists sell Hyomeol.
Improbable Tales From Uhrichaville and Mieubenville Visit
A quirky note reports Uhrichaville residents traveling to Mieubenville to hear Mily Munday speak. A 90 year old attendee arrived early to pray, then fell, as the crowd listened to a speaker note.
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