Talking Crows and a Memory of One Learnt to Speak
The writer recounts training three crows to talk, noting their intelligence and clear speech. He recalls a crow owned by Lew Labady of Petoskey Michigan and a courtroom wit rivaling lawyers, plus a controversial act that ended the crow’s life.
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Northwest car hobbyist recalls Fiji visit and native rites
A northwest automobile enthusiast describes his Fiji trip noting locals worshipped the sea and called it the "father of al vyila." He contrasts this with a term used locally in Tribune, suggesting a linguistic difference in nomenclature and practice.
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Wheat sale at Cedar township market
B Dyer reported a new wheat sale in this city on Wednesday to Morris Har. The grain sold for 75 cents per el, noted as below the market. Wilson and Hansam advertised flour brands including figoral and Big S, with the market update titled iEW WHEAT ON THE MARKET.
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Wheat sales report from Lamonte Milling Company
The report notes wheat quality not top tier but yield good. Dr. H. C. Mitchell and William T. Hull of Lamonte sold 1,000 bushels at 45 cents per bushel to the Lamonte Milling Company on Wednesday.
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Sedalia Laundry Adds Collar and Cuff Machine
Sedalia Steam Laundry announces a new collar and cuff machine to enhance its service quality. Manager B J Nelle invites customers to try the improved work and be convinced of higher perfection.
Shop Lifters Rally Past Wichita to Split Series
Sedalia won 5 to 2 as Westcott held Wichita to four hits and a wild throw by himself allowed a run. Gehring pitched for Wichita with a tough first inning but settled, while Persch, Bauers and Cope sparked Sedalia with key hits and two runs driven in by Cope. Fred Phipps weighs exit from Sedalia as buyers eye the franchise.
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Batteries and Umpires Highlight Missouri City Meet
At Guthrie and Leavenworth venues several battery and umpire names appear in a fragmented scorelog. Officials include Lewinson and Reagan as game actions list players Womack Alderman Quiesser Horton Vanderhill.
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Robbed Till At Van Noy News Stand
Early morning theft at the Van Noy news stand in the Missouri Pacific station saw cash taken between 2.50 and 3 dollars. The sleeping attendant Willie Owens and station manager John Kuhn reported the crime. police are investigating and suspect a loitering young boy, with no arrests yet.
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Hoffman and Bro Advertise Flour Brand Furniture
Charles Hoffman and company promote beautiful S and Vigoral Health flour. The item suggests a product ad amid a weather note indicating possible showers tonight and Saturday.
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Monarch Laundry Ad Promises Clean House Services
A local laundry advertises household washing for curtains bedspreads quilts blankets and comforts. Monarch Laundry run by Chas Van Antwerp offers family washing with both phones listed.
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Hoye Directory to Print New Sedalia Volume
The Hoye Directory Co will contract Sedalia Printing to produce a complete directory by January 1. After a population influx and business growth, a fully settled city is needed for a useful book. Representatives will visit local businesses to reserve prime spaces and guarantee a first class directory.
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Gossip of the Provinces offers caution to Mr Morton
The Boston Herald remarks on the case by suggesting Mr Morton should in future check for misplaced switches to avoid further trouble. The comment appears as a cautious, wry admonition within the gossip column.
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Not the Kind of Stuff That Melts
An exchange argues it is risky for President Roosevelt to address crowds in the rain. The piece suggests concern about the crowds and the president’s exposure, deeming anxiety over the weather unnecessary.
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Successful Glass Season in South Jersey Ends
Milville New Jersey June 20 The glass season in South Jersey closed today giving both manufacturers and workers the best season in the industry’s history. Pap for mother’s sake please bring back a bottle of Worrells Insect Ex terminator from the druggist.
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Notable call to intervene against corporate corruption
Tudson and Harmon argue the cure is punishing individuals behind corruption. They urge presidential intervention, insisting the accused were truly in earnest.
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Choice West Broadway 6 room house with ample lot
Nicely appointed six room house on West Broadway offered at a price reflecting the value of the entire property. Call today for details on this premier site and generous lot dimensions.
Roosevelt Visit Hinted For Arkansas Trip
Atlanta Journal notes a possible visit by President Roosevelt to Arkansas during his southern tour next fall. The piece skeptical about Governor Jeff Davis declaring war on him as a foreign invader during the visit.
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Kentucky Mint Keeps Hope Alive After Philadelphia Closure
With the Philadelphia Mint shut, residents are reassured that continued operation of the Kentucky Mint will prevent hardship. authorities emphasize steady coin production and supply since the other facility is unavailable.
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Smoked Rimless Glasses Sold At Low Prices
An optical dealer advertises smoked rimless glasses and optical fittings as scientifically guided. The offer promises satisfaction with eye examinations and glasses fitted to standard optical practice at notably low prices and with warranty.
President Labels Duty to Carry Your Weight
A New York Mail item quotes the President urging individuals to fulfill personal responsibilities, addressing Mr. Taft with a pointed reminder to shoulder their share of the burden. The remark underscores a call for responsibility amid political discourse of the era.
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Suggestion for King of Norway Sparks System Endorsement Debate
Chicago notes question a Lawson nomination for King of Norway while Milwaukee discusses Loomis face potential discomfiture over a near miss. Both items reflect cautious reactions within political circles.
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Paul Morton Named Hero by Self Assertion
Baltimore Sun notes Paul Morton proclaims himself a hero, reflecting on his actions and status.
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President urges square deal amid bluffing stand pat talk
The Brooklyn Union reports the president calling for a square deal and condemning bluffing while noting stand pat factions likely intend to run the game their own way.
Vice President Fairbanks Patches Pants in Delaware
Fragmentary reminiscence states Fairbanks as a poor student in Delaware Ohio sitting up late patching his pants and includes a brief boast about defeating a tall hoop pole of Hoosier in a challenge.
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Delaware, O
Unclear vintage textile sale listing fragment
A damaged ad fragment describes trimmed and embroidered fabric items with converted pricing, lace edges, and potential brocade details. The readable text is incomplete, limiting precise item or seller identification.
Travers Jerome Faces Equitable Test in Presidential Nomination
W. Travers Jerome prepares for a key challenge as he pursues the presidential nomination of his party. Jerome is described as a strenuous figure, always in the middle of intense, active controversy.
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Dismissal of Mr Bower and Conversation Line
A brief note indicates Mr Bower was dismissed while the discussion continues with Mr Taft and Mr Roosevelt unable to shut off the line of conversation.
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Fiji King Rat Namely Ratupen Cakadaveulevurokutuitailevul
A New Zealand Fiji royal title appears in a New York Telegram item as an unusual name for the island ruler. The report notes Western visitors call him Rat for simplicity. It highlights curtness in addressing the Fiji monarch during a busy American visit.
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Roosevelt Seen Facing Limits as World Pacifier
In the Anaconda Standard a commentator notes growing concern that President Roosevelt may have limits to his role as a world peace broker. The piece also mentions Ohio preparing for its reg
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Calamity fund pledge from Pittsburgh Scot and relief aims
A Pittsburgh Scotsman Robert Mackerron plans a calamity fund using half annual income for U S public calamities such as fire flood and epidemics and the other half added to the fund. Trustees include two sisters and a brother with a midlife age. The gift follows Andrew Carnegie’s philanthropic example. J M Licklider guarantees flour and Vigoral Health.
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