Miss Helen Cannon the First Lady of Official Society
Miss Helen Cannon daughter of Speaker Cannon is hailed as a leading figure in national politics and social life. The piece notes her influence as a confidante of the Official and as mistress of the Speaker’s household in Danville Illinois, shaping Washington etiquette and social calls.
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National Capital
America
Helen Cannon
U. S. House of Representatives
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Miss Cannon
United States
Washington
Miss Cannon and the Speaker’s Washington Home
A profile notes Miss Cannon quietly guiding access to the Speaker’s circle in Washington. It highlights her discretion, the habit of state talks at the Cannon residence, and implied influence on political hospitality and prestige. It adds a speculative view that she would make an ideal First Lady if Mr. Cannon becomes President.
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Miss Cannon
Star Chamber
Capitol
Hanna
Gard
Cannon
United States
Simplified Spelling Board forms under Judge Brewer
Associate Justice David J. Brewer backs scientific spelling reform. The Simplified Spelling Board, chaired by Brander Mathews, counts about 750 adopters of twelve reduced spellings such as program and catalog. In 1905 scholars signed on, with Carnegie funding of 15000 dollars to support the effort.
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David J. Brewer
United States Supreme Court
Justice Brewer
Brander Mathews
New York
National Educational Society
Iceberg Captured by Tug Crew in Delaware Waters
An ocean tug hauled a 500 foot iceberg 500000 tons into Philadelphia harbor, calming fears after a dramatic Delaware River approach. Crew suffered frost bites and warning lessons. the prize will be shared among the crew as cutting, securing, and towing proceeds continue.
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Philadelphia
Sinbad
Delaware River
Delaware
Newfoundland
Made Fortune In Worm Farming In Maine
The piece chronicles earthworm farming in Maine, noting Carl Beers of Bangor built a worm business supplying anglers in Boston and local customers, then retired rich to Sweden. Sidney Cook of Presque Isle credits Canadian Indians with inspiring his bait dredging method using a bird lime coated blanket.
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Maine
Carl Beers
Bangor
Boston
Belgium
India
Sweden
Sidney Cook
Presque Isle
Mr. Cook
Canada
Niagara Falls in Danger Move Seeks Canada United Action
The article reports a joint Senate and House push to unite with Canada to curb Niagara Falls water diversions. The International Commission urges restricting flow to 28 500 cubic feet per second, with Canada enacting limits of 36 000 cfs, aiming to preserve the falls in its natural state.
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Niagara Lalis
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House of Representatives
International Commission
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Niagara Wall
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Niagara Falls
Outcry Over Niagara Falls Water Rights and Boundary Talks
The piece argues Canada will resist friendly treaty terms on the Niagara River boundary and water rights. It condemns private profit from the falls, warns against costly control shifts, and notes New York political reluctance to protect Niagara Falls.
School Garden Education and City Programs
The article argues that school gardens engage children through hands on soil work and cooking, citing cities like Philadelphia Boston Chicago and New York. It highlights municipal gardens and private associations shaping small centers where kids plant cultivate and learn useful lessons.
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Philadelphia
Boston
Chicago
Detroit
Washington
Cleveland
Los Angeles
New York
School Garden Association
Mammoth incubator promises to rival 1000 hens
A Pembroke New York firm completed the world's largest incubator with 15 000 egg capacity. It spans 102 feet 1 inch by 4 feet 4 inches and is divided into 100 compartments each with two trays. Heated by steam pipes it runs nearly without human attention, simulating a hen sitting for years.
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Oustain
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L’homedieu
Ladies’ Home Journal
School Garden Education
Mammoth Incubator
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