Fire destroys two Chicago grain elevators in massive blaze
Smoldering masses of grain, charred masonry and steel marked the night fire that tore through two South Side grain elevators owned by the Rosenbaum grain corporation. The blaze, feared to threaten the entire district, burned for hours, tied up railroad and trolley traffic, and caused about 3 million dollars in losses. Firemen kept a general conflagration from spreading as embers flew up to ten blocks away in a strong southwest wind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
J Siswatinas
Rosenbaum Grain Corporation
The Greatest Asset Is Good Breeding
The article cites Albert Edward Wiggam's The Fruit of the Family Tree and argues science supports that lineage, ancestry, and smart marriages shape leaders. It lists notable claims about heredity, the likelihood of fame from eminent relatives, and the superior asset of good breeding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alan
Mayor fines Gadom ski for alleged traffic violation
Pete Gadom ski was fined one dollar and costs by the mayor for an alleged traffic offense. He reportedly failed to stop when entering Broad Street at Lodi Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pete Gadomski
Haveno
Broad Street
Lodi Street
Phillips Milk of Magnesia Foot Care Ad Claims Relief
An old advertisement touts Phillips Milk of Magnesia as a remedy for sore itchy feet. It promises rapid drying and elimination of odor and weariness, urging readers to buy genuine Phillips product from drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phillips
Magnesia
Fourth Continuance In Lorain Farm Bureau Case
The fourth continuance in the Lorain County Farm Bureau versus Attorney H W Ingersoll case before Justice John Conaway was announced today, delaying trial to March 8. The suit seeks 20 dollars for alleged delinquent bureau membership dues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lorain County Farm Bureau
H. W. Ingersoll
John Conaway
Rubber Can Be Frozen To Powders
The text notes that ica Rubber can be frozen so hard it crushes into a fine powder, illustrating a property of the material.
City announces weekly debris pickup districts and container rules
The city directs residents to place debris in sturdy boxes barrels or bags for curbside collection. Pickup districts operate Monday to Wednesday east of the East Branch of the Black River and between river branches on Thursday and Friday. West side districts run Monday to Wednesday of the following week with special Saturday pickups.
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Jas City
Black River
Luckett Telegram Triggers Justice Department Probe In Trial
Luckett reports no record of a long distance call to Hares from E S Booth while Slattery orders DOJ agents to search telephone logs. Walsh motions for recess as four new witnesses travel from the east to counter Hayes testimony, Wheeler says no prior NY contact with Hayes, defense plans rest or seek acquittal after rebuttal.
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Luckett
Washington, D. C
Hares
E. S. Booth
Solicitor of the Interior
New York
Wheeler
Slattery
Department of Justice Avents
Washington
Booth
Justice Department
Hayes
Walsh Montana
Tal
Casey and the Sheriff Pay Day in County Jail
The defendant refuses to pay. Casey demands payment or face consequences. Lawyer Pusey seeks to recoup costs by lawful means and Casey is jailed for six months of board at $1 daily, while Pusey presses to extract $960 from Casey's funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Casey
Marines
Cusey
Pusey
The 150000-Candle Power Globe Light Bulb
The world’s largest electric bulb stands 22 inches high and produces 150000 candle power. It emits light without red rays and melts glass from intense heat. Thirty thousand watts power the bulb, and after minutes, heat reaches 200 degrees Celsius, damaging the glass shield. Four long corrugated tungsten steel filaments serve as its lamps.
Women of Today discuss handmade lace decline and global suffrage drive
Hayward's Lin near London notes the closing of a lace factory once famed across Europe for handmade pieces. A former supervisor recalls royal commissions and prestige tied to Queen Victoria lace, while noting changing tastes among wealthier classes shifting demand to machine made lace. The piece also covers the International Parliament of Women planned for Washington and the rise of women’s advisory work within international federations and unions.
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Hayward’s Lin
New Wandstrat
London
Gene 15
Europe
Nottingham
George Iit
Queen Victoria
Buckingham Palace
Belgium
Italy
France
America
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets Promise Clear Complexion
Dr F M Edwards a Ohio physician presents olive tablets as a liver and bowel remedy. The ad claims the vegetable formula with olive oil can improve dull eyes and skin, offering a nightly dose to cleanse the system. Priced 15 and 30 cents, touted as a safe calomel substitute popular with thousands of users.
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F. M. Edwards
Dr. Edwards
International federation forms five woman committee for federation
The article lists five women representing nations as the committee members for the federation with headquarters in Amsterdam. It notes related exhibits and individuals including Miss Ethel Peyser expert on household equipment and a large bequest by Helen F. Kimball to promote good citizenship. Also mentions Miss Myrta Bosworth’s doll collection and the Countess of Westmoreland turning to the concert stage for earnings.
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International Federation of Working Women
Geneva
International Federation of Trade Unions
Women's Advisery Committee
International Federation
Miss M. Quaifle
Great Britain
Mile
Helene Burniaux
Belgium
Mme
Jeanne Chevenard
France
Fraulein Getrud Hanna
Germany
Fraulein Henriette Crone
Denmark
Amsterdam
Children’s Bureau
United States Department of Labor
Bureau
International Council of Women
Washington
Ethel Peyser
New York City
Bull Attack Injures Local Farmer Near Binghamton
Clarence Bourner, a farmer 19 miles north of Binghamton, was attacked by a bull today. Mansfield man John Mack, 34, suffered a possible fractured left hip after a collision involving a car driven by E. Cooper of Mansfield and another vehicle two miles west of Hedgesville.
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Binghamton
Clarence Bourner
Here
Mansfield
Whart
John Mack
Greenwood Avenue
J. E. Rodgers
Broad Street
Mr. Mack
E. Cooper
Toadside
Hidgesitle
Markets and Prices for Ohio Goods and Fresh Produce
Old style market listing shows prices for eggs butter cheese poultry and fruits across Ohio Firsts Western Firsts and local crates. Items include oysters fresh apples strawberries dried navy beans cabbage potatoes sweet potatoes tomatoes cucumbers with crate and per cwt prices and ranges for each item.
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Ohio
York State
Market Report on Stock Cattle Calves Sheep and Hogs
Receipts show 250 cattle and 400 calves with slow and steady demand. Slaughter cattle prices range from 5.50 to 9.50 with good to choice steers and heifers at the top. Veal calves bring 11 to 12, while lambs reach 12.56 to 313.25 per head with various feeders also listed. Hogs run 11 to 13 dollars with Yorkers near 12.55 and stags about 7.00.
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Clevenanyv
Hamadala Pile Tablets Prove Lasting Relief for McAllister
A Buffalo man after twelve to thirteen years of suffering with piles reports complete, lasting relief after one box of Hamadala Tablets. The testimonial by JOHN A. McALLISTER states no recurrence four months after stopping treatment. Hamadala is offered with a refund guarantee by C. W. Phillips and is available by mail for out of town customers. Box 445 Buffalo NY.
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Mair
John A. McAllister
C. W. Phillips
Hamadala Co
Buffalo
Merger of federal agencies eyed to curb border smuggling
An official plan aims to merge the border patrol arms with agencies from State Labor Treasury and Justice to create a centralized enforcement effort. Officials say current turf clashes hinder law enforcement and propose joint responsibility for all border laws. The move would deploy a large federal force to pursue violators.
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Border Patrol
Prohibition Unit
Immigration Service
Detroit
Labor Department
State
Labor
Treasury
Justice Departments
Executive branch to take first step on foreign-born policy
A conference tomorrow aims to begin a long debated policy shift in the executive branch. The remarks note that nearly half of New York State's foreign born residents originate from Russia and Italy, underscoring demographic context for the discussions.
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Congress
New York State
Russia
Italy
Foldable side shelf table with speaker end
A compact table features a small shelf on one end for a loud speaker and can fold into a card table for portable use.
Mahogany Cabinet with Drop Front and Battery Space
Compact mahogany cabinet features a 2x36 drop front and ample interior cavity for battery storage. Sturdy construction suitable for organizing and concealing supplies.
Movable mahogany table with shelf and housing
A mahogany table measuring 14 by 38 inches on wheels includes a shelf and a compartment suitable for a loudspeaker or inside aerial. In very good condition, it offers mobility for use with a Super Heterodyne set and can be moved around the house.
Walnut Cabinet Completes All-in-One Home Speaker Set
This cabinet houses the complete set with batteries and loud speaker inside. The back detaches to provide ample space for servicing or battery changes. The horn for the loud speaker is built in, creating a compact, self contained unit.
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Alsobert Edward Wiggam
NEW Victor Records
Voral
Roger Wolfe Kahn
Vis Hotel Biltmore Orchestra
Victor
Edwin McEnelly
Orchestra
George Grubber
Danville
Lil
New York Central Railroad
Hinkson
Boyd Hart
East 88Th Street
Cleveland
Center Ridge
Kohn
Ring
James , i Hale
New York Central
R. R
Iask
Pags F
Capital Radio
Dorothy D. Wilson
National Federation of Music Clubs
Henry Ford
Motor King
Edsel
Ford
Alice Paul
National Woman's Party
Paris
England
Helen F. Kimball
Brooklyn
Mass
Myrta Q O. Bosworth
Norton, Mass
Countess of Westmoreland
Seisiecedee
Hamadala
Bim
Sargent
Secretary of the Treasury
Mellon
Wildercraft
Rudd
IDL Wilder Central
LEAR
West Ave
Blue Bird
Skoppe
Court Street
Glade Thomas
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