Bust of Senator Cushman K. Davis Arrives in Washington
Sculptor Signor Trentanove brings the bronze bust of the late Senator Cushman Kellogg Davis from Italy to Washington. He will unveil the piece to be placed over Davis’s Arlington grave, set on a bronze Italian marble base with relief inscriptions Soldier Scholar Statesman Friend and the inscription bearing Davis’s name and dates.
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Senator Davis
Trentanove
Cushman K. Davis
Washington
Italy
Signor Trentanove
Arlington
Cushman Kellogg Davis
Watermelon Railway Planned in Missouri Territory
A fifty mile railroad is to be built in southeast Missouri through a region famous for watermelons. The line will move large loads of melons each season, reflecting the local agricultural bounty.
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Missouri
Sensitive Heat Measurers
An astronomer uses heat measuring devices to detect infinitesimal temperature variations and gauge stellar heat at millions of miles away, and chemical compounds responsive to light beyond human vision.
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Earth
Roosevelt dedicates Manila victory monument in San Francisco
In Union Square a white California granite shaft crowned by Victory commemorates the Manila victory. President Roosevelt, escorted by marines and with officers from the Grafton and other ships, urges navy readiness and marksmanship as essential to national power.
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San Francisco
Union Square
Roosevelt
Manila
California
San Francisco Bay
Grafton
James G. Phelan
Schmitz
Pacific Ocean
United States
Manchuria Open to All as Passports Are Discarded
A Russian official notice in Pekin states Manchuria is open to foreign travel with passports no longer required. About 500 Russian soldiers at New Chwang were moved on the evacuation date and another 500 returned, while the force at Lia forts used the forts as temporary rest stops en route to the southern peninsula.
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Pekin
M. Plancon
Manchuria
New Chwang
Lia Forts
A National Federation Emerges From Builders’ Movement
New York observers say a national federation of employers may form from the building trades movement. Telegrams from Chicago Philadelphia and Boston report strong interest and the potential for similar unions of employers in other large cities if unified action proves possible.
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New York
National Federation of Employers
Chicago
Philadelphia
Boston
Cattle quarantine to curb mange in western states
Denver Governor Peabody issued a proclamation announcing the broad western quarantine against cattle disease, with six to eight states and territories preparing to follow within days as efforts to prevent mange expand nationwide.
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Denver
Colo
Peabody
Livestock market shows steady cattle and hog values
Cattle sales steady with uneven prices amid fluctuating week, beef steers active but not rising. few stockers and feeders, hogs run heavy with market about 2 to 4 cents lower, choicest hogs $6.35 to $6.40, others $6.30 and down. Sheep and lamb quotations vary, with good to fair lambs around 5.90 to 6.40 and feeder categories priced lower.
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Jevel
Kansas City Market Prices for Cattle Hogs and Sheep
Market notes show cattle steady with native steers 400 420 dollars and Texas Indian steers 3200 450, cows and feeders 1506 468, stockers 3004 85, bulls 200. Hog prices steady to strong with heavy 635, packers 625 6 42 percent. Sheep firm with muttons 370, lambs 475, range wethers 380 5 95, ewes 365 5 40.
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Texas
Doan's Kidney Pills Backed By Satisfied Users
A collection of testimonials from diverse locations praising Doan's Kidney Pills. Sufferers report relief from back and kidney pain, improved sleep, and eased swelling after using two boxes or a free trial. Testimonial writers include Joan E. Kia for a Kentucky address, Ava Cantson of Aberdeen Washington, and Mrs BE T. Govnp in Chicago.
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Lorisvile, Ky
Dean
Joan E. Kia- Mer
Main Street
Foreman American Tobacco Co
Chicago
Jin
Doan
BE. T. Govnp
Laka Street
Morgan’s Gold Dinner Service Presented by Vanderbilt
Pierpont Morgan owned a gold dinner service valued at about $80,000. Presented by William H. Vanderbilt after Morgan’s large New York Central stock sale in Europe. It reproduces a royal family service, though Morgan’s family rarely displays or uses it.
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Pierpont Morgan
William H. Vanderbilt
Morgan
New York Central
Europe
Morgans
Allen's Foot Ease powder advert for sore feet
Shake into your shoes for immediate comfort as tight or new shoes feel easy. Cures swollen hot sweating feet corns and bunions. Sold at druggists and shoe stores for 25c. Free sample sent to Allen S Olmsted LeRoy NY.
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Allen
Allens Olmsted
LeRoy, N
Shoes Pairs Made in New England Cities
In Lynn Mass 24000000 pairs, Brockton 17000000 pairs, and Haverhill 2000000 pairs were produced last year. Together these cities have produced enough shoes to supply one pair for two thirds of the nation. Dealers report that extra quantity and superior quality of Defiance Starch is replacing all other brands as some say they cannot sell any other starch.
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Winchester
Lynn
Mass
Brockie
Haverhill
A Riddle About Beauty and Arrangements in Marriage
A witty remark suggests that beauty endures as a joy if the other man marries her, implying social or romantic tradeoffs rather than literal events. The line playfully contrasts ownership and happiness in marriage with a broader moral about choice.
Railroad Man D. W Hitchcock Retires After 50 Years
D W Hitchcock general agent of the Union Pacific passenger department on the coast has retired on a pension after fifty years in railroading. He was notified May 1 and began his career in 1852 in the east with the Burlington.
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San Francisco
Cal
D. W Hitchack
Union Pacific
E. H. Harriman
Hitchcock
Burington
Misuse of Mails Leads to Arrest in Chicago
Federal complaints against the American Literary and Musical association prompt the arrest of F. A. McGillis and C. B. Phillips on fraud charges. Postal authorities cite about twenty five cases in which deposits were solicited with promises of $900 yearly salaries. The firm reportedly failed to fulfill parts of the agreement. Des Moines’ F. E. Titamiller among complainants.
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Chicago
American Literary and Musical Association
F. A. McGillis
C. B. Phillips
F. E. Ititamiller
Des Moines
The Sultan’s Shooting Talent and Savage Tale
The Sultan of Turkey is famed as a superb pistol marksman. He trains daily to guard against assassination and reportedly once killed a gardener who emerged suddenly from a tree. His skill is described as sudden and deadly, likened to a wild West gunman.
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Turkey
Yildiz Palace
Wild West
Defiance Starch Drives Quick Switch From Other Starches
Dealers report Defiance Starch dominates the market once customers try it. It can be used cold or bailed, and sellers say alternatives fail to appeal after initial use.
Old California Tree Marks a Thousand-Year Chronology
A California giant trunk, 1 341 years old, shows yearly rings used by the New York Museum of Natural History as a history chart. The rings reflect yearly growth, slower in winter, and reveal events of the last millennium in a novel display.
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California
New York
Sea Gulls as Fog Signalers on Coastal Cliffs
Sea birds cry out to warn sailors of land, a practice valued for fog signaling. Birds cluster on cliffs and shorelines, guiding boatmen. Isle of Man history notes a fine for shooting such birds. Girls discuss future marriage. married women recall life before marriage.
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Isle of Man
Hay Acknowledges Russia on Manchuria Policy
Secretary Hay formally acknowledges Russia's stated aims in Manchuria. He sends a note to Count Cassini expressing regret over any misconception and thanks Russia for its frank and satisfactory declaration of principles.
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Hay
Washington
Russia
Manchuria
Count Cassini
Friction Between War and Navy Departments Over Manila Defense
Disagreement between the war and navy departments arises as the general board led by Admiral Dewey drafts plans for Manila defense and the Bahia Honda and Guantanamo naval stations. The law assigns the secretary of war control over national defense and sea coast fortifications.
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Washington
War
Navy Departments
General Board
Dewey
Manila
Bahia Honda
Guantanamo
Opaque Jokes Suppressed At Crowd Funeral Propriety Event
A brief, tongue in cheek line notes that a few opaque jokes shift a lively crowd toward a funeral propriety mood, implying a staged shift in atmosphere or crowd behavior during an event.
Girl’s Smile Draws Suitor While Father Warns Away
A lighthearted line hints at a girl charming a young man with her smile while her father sternly steps in, keeping the romance in check with firm limits.
Conscientious Advice Squeezed In On Footpad Cald Feet
Cordelia declines to recommend the footpad for cald feet, offering cautious guidance and possible alternatives. The fragment hints at a humorous or archaic spelling issue while presenting a characterful conversational tone. The readable portion centers on hesitation and advisory stance.
Federation of Manchester Cotton Spinners urges trade halt
A meeting adopted a resolution calling for a one week stoppage of the cotton trade on Whitsuntide and Saturdays and Mondays thereafter until further notice. A main meeting to discuss the resolution is set for May 26.
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London
Federation of Manchester
Fouts Sentenced Four Years in Penitentiary
St Louis attorney Frederick W outs Jr was sentenced to four years in a South Dakota penitentiary by Judge Amidon for violation of homestead laws. His lawyers sought a new trial and appeal after bond was posted and motions were overruled.
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ST. Louis
Frederick Wouts, Jr
Amidon
South Dakota
Adams
United States District Court
Fouts
Bond
It Is Easier to Judge Men by Coats Than Promissory Notes
A concise aphorism contrasts appearances with financial reliability, suggesting that outward attire or presentation may mislead about a person's credit or trustworthiness. The remark underscores skepticism toward promises when accompanied by showy style.
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Union
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Nitro Club
Bridgeport, Conn
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Kansas City
Aberdeen
Wash
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Buffalo
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Buffalo, N.Y
Morgan's Gold
Manknd
Chicago Musical Concern
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Tower CO
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