Olympic Trials and Swedish Controversy Highlight 1912 News
In 1912 reporting Earl Thompson of Canada wins the final 110 meter hurdle heat as others, including M. J. Path and H. Barron, place high for American clubs. Swedish trainer Bertberg faces questions amid a disputed Olympic team selection as American athletes prepare for a triangular meet with France at the Adium on August 29.
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Earl Thompsmouth College
Canada
H. H. Barron
Rock Club
Philadelphia
Jtertberg
Peradium
Battle in Streets as Bolsheviks Press Warsaw Front
An article recounts Bolshevik forces pressing toward Warsaw amid high tension in southern Russia. Prisoners reported, and Soviet leadership seeks a quick breakthrough before Wrangel’s forces tighten. Morale among troops falters as detachments resist orders, prompting urgent troop reinforcements and strategic shifts near Vilna and Baranovystz.
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Nieg
Tugele
Poland
Russia
Warsaw
Reet Litovsk
Division may split coal wage talks in four states
Cleveland Aug 18 A division of bituminous coal operators across Ohio Indiana Illinois and western Pennsylvania may wage separate bargaining with miners in each state following a joint scale committee split. William Green of the United Mine Workers says great differences among migrators could disrupt the central competitive field wage movement. Illinois and Indiana operators favor settlement while Ohio and Western Pennsylvania operators oppose adjustment.
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Cleveland
Ohio
Indiana
Illinois
Pennsylvania
Wilson
Bituminous Coal Commission
William Green
Unite Mine Workers of America
Priority to Road Materials Ordered by Utilities Commission
Columbus Aug 18 Railroads in Ohio were ordered by the state utilities commission to prioritize transportation of road materials and supplies and to immediately assign cars for such orders. The action followed a highway department request, which said road construction and maintenance are 50 percent delayed due to railroad car shortages. Highway Commissioner Taylor estimated more than 21,000,000 would be spent on roads if materials and machinery were available.
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Columbus
Oho
State
State Highway Department
Taylor
Utilities Commission
Tryouts At Elgin Today For National Red Race
Elgin II Aug 18 preliminary trials staged on the historic Elgin course for ten auto race drivers entered in the national red race set for Saturday. Ralph De Palma, the only two time winner, was a favorite and drew strong interest along with Gaston Chevrolet who drove the car that won at Indianapolis last Memorial Day.
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Elgin, II
Elgin Course
Saurdar
Ralph de Palma
Gaston Chevrolet
Indianapolis
Billy and his mother flee goat attack at narrow pass
In a tense rural chase, Billy and his mother navigate a narrow pass as a stubborn farmer and his two sons pursue them. Amid goats crossing, Billy’s quick moves and his mother’s bravado help them escape the stampede and reach safety, with Hans’s antics adding comic relief.
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Billy
Hans
Palmer Klausen
Chris
Jacob
Hoys
Mfe
Horne
Jie
Klauxen
Tomor
In The Realm Of Politics County Indiana Postpones Saturday Call
A Saturday call in The Realm Of Politics county Indiana has been postponed to align with plans of other Indiana delegations arriving later. The shift aims to coordinate schedule with neighboring counties and statewide events. No new date announced yet.
Democrats Name Durbin Ohio Chairman At Convention
Columbus Aug. 18 Destinies of Ohio’s Democratic campaign hinge on W. W. Durbin of Kenton who was elected chairman of the state executive committee. The convention set a platform and chose presidential electors, with electors at large replaced by a farmer and a labor man Oscar Be. Bradfute of Xenia and James F. Malley of Cleveland.
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Columbus
Ohio
W. W. Durbin
Kenton
Democratic State Executive Committee
Oscar BE. Hradfute
Xenia
Ohio Farm Bureau Federation
James F. Malley
Cleveland
Cleveland Foreration of Labor
Campaign planning session with Senator Harrison for Cox team
Columbus August 19. A conference on national campaign plans with Senator Harrison of the national speakers bureau was held before Governor Cox. They discussed completing the governor’s personal campaign organization, relief of Cox from itinerary details, and designation of a new tour manager. Publicity and press agent questions were raised. Cox opposes professional press agents but may appoint a personal aide to manage crowds. Cox departs tonight for South Bend Indiana for tomorrow’s engagement with the Indiana Democratic editors.
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Columbus
Harrison
National Speakers’ Bureau
Cox
New York
National Committee
Democrate
South Bend
Ind
Indiana Democratic Editor’s Association
Chicago
Harding at Lumbermen's Park Picnic
Senator Harding attended a Lumberman's association picnic in Marion at Lumbermen's Park, where he was expected to speak later in the day on campaign issues. Earlier he prepared a speech for a front porch delegation from the Ohio legislature, and a meeting with the Society of American Indians highlighted the program.
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Marion
Harding
Lumberman's Association
Ohio
Society of American Indians
Ohio State University
Onto Legislature
Take
Late Stock Reports From Wall Street Closes Steady
The New York stock market ended the day steady amid weak buying power and ongoing foreign and domestic uncertainties. About 40,000 shares changed hands as quotes showed modest gains and lingering volatility.
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Wall Street
New York
Fragmented OCR list of names and companies across sectors
A jumble of assorted company names and sectors appears, including railroads, steel, petroleum, paper, copper, and electric firms. No coherent events or actions are evident. readable bits reference Baltimore and Ohio, Central Leather, Steel, Western, Pacific, and companies like Westinghouse Electric and Willys Overland amid stray terms.
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Baltimore & Ohio
Ars Wehemn
Central Leather
Chesapeake & Onio
Chicago
St Paul
Curia Products
Ible Steel
Great Northern Ore
Cowdrich
Toba
Lotus
Pacific Sea
Steel Copper
Wretinghouse Electric
Willys
Overland
Late Market Reports from Eland Markets
Market on cattle calves and veal steady to slow with good to fair demand. Sheep and lambs steady to fair with prices around 2.50 to 3.50. Hogs lower by about 20 to 35 cents with mixed sizes at 10.25 to 12.50. Chicago produce notes butter steady, eggs higher with various firsts and state packed firsts at about 46 to 48 cents. Poultry alive lower with fowls around 28 to 32 cents and springs around 3 to 4 cents.
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Eland
Ess
Chicago
Mark Case
Chapman Laid to Rest as Baseball World Mourns Loss
In a sweeping tribute, fans recall Raymond Johnson Chapman’s vitality, leadership, and impact with the Cleveland Indians and his fellow players. Born 1891 in Kentucky, he rose from Herrin Illinois to stardom, playing over 1,900 games in a Cleveland uniform before his untimely death following a line drive.
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Pittsburg
Chapman
Raymond Johnson Chapman
Kentucky
Ray
Herrin
Ill
Bob Veach
Detroit
Veach
Peoria
Springfield
Davenport Ia
Cleveland
Bade Myers
Naps
Toledo
Harry Davia
Seee
Bas
Indias
Cleveland Uni
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American Car & Foundry
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New England Mutual Life Insurance Co
Chronicle-Telegram
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Tillotson & Wolcott Co
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Guardian Bldg
Kathleen Daly
Washington
Pers
Shipping Board
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Henry L. Doherty & Company Bond Department
Elyria Block
Lorain County Electric Company
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