King Hendrick and Sir William Johnson Legend of Land and War
The article recounts how Sir William Johnson influenced the Iroquois, notably Mohawk King Hendrick, gifting a costly coat and a land tract, then leading allied forces at Lake George in 1755 where Hendrick died bravely. A note mentions three famous billiard experts photographed in San Diego, California.
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Sir William Johnson
New York
Johnson Hall
King Hendrick
Sir William
England
Johnson
Red Brother
Hendrick
Mohawk Valley
Dieskau
Canada
San Diego
Cal
Roger Conti
France
Ora Morningstar
Jake Schaefer
Jake
Morningstar
California
Schaefer
Conti
Logan of Cayuga Nation and His War Path in Frontier History
A biographical sketch recounts Chief Logan, his famed Native American speech, his shift from peace to revenge after Cresap’s death, and his role in Lord Dunmore’s war. It notes historical inaccuracies in a commonly taught speech and highlights Logan’sоч dedication to whites until 1770 and his acts of mercy toward Simon Kenton.
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Logan
Cresa
Col
Michael Cresap
Virginia Riflemen
Daniel Greathouse
Lord Dunmore
Simon Kenton
Kenton
Im Girty
Switched and Swung Hard At First Ball
A tale about Perry ignoring bunting orders from Hughey Jennings to swing and hit a home run. The incident illustrates Jennings daily insistence on discipline and Perry turning the bunt instruction into game winning power. An afterword shows a humorous club exchange and a stock tip anecdote.
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Hughey Jennings
Jennings
Hughey
Detroit
Perry
New York Sun
Toledo Acquires Brad Kocher in Cash Trade
Louisville American Association catcher Bradley Kocher has been sold to the Toledo club in a cash transaction. The price was not disclosed by William Neal, the team's business manager.
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Toledo
Brad Kocher
Bradley Kocher
William Neal
Actress Reflects on Child Actors Quiet Film Scenes
A weary woman comments that she enjoys movies featuring children as they romp on screen without making noise, contrasting her experience with other films. Her remark highlights the charm of child-filled scenes and the calm energy she perceives in these performances.
Rare Testament Sparks Theatrical Intrigue
A newly published story highlights a character who pockets a rare New Testament and reads the Twenty third Psalm, implying the item’s uniqueness known only to the author and the character.
Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Ad
A newspaper advertisement for Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root promotes a pure non stimulant kidney liver and bladder remedy made from vegetables. It claims consistent quality in every bottle and offers a two size option with a sample bottle for ten cents.
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Dr.Kilmer
Dr. Ilmer & Co
Binghamton
N. Y
The Strike Is On Over Sausage Chunk Complaint
A customer protests a sausage serving claiming a wood chunk in his meal. He warns he will not accept the dog or kennel portions and insists on action as the strike continues.
Hidden Depths: A Caution on Knowledge in Conversation
A concise reflection notes that withholding full understanding can be prudent in social discourse. It suggests evaluating what to reveal and when to reveal it to avoid overexposure. The piece emphasizes strategic discretion in sharing information.
Yale backs barring tramp athlete in sporting notes
Yale faculty favors barring the tramp athlete as Yale management cuts eight spring baseball games. In baseball moves, Ed Handiey sold to Greenville. Wes Kingdon back to Bridgeport. Ping Bodie out. Kenesaw Landis active in rulings. Murphy named Notre Dame track captain. Japanese other notes include James Burke released to Western league and Ed Kenetchy signed by Toledo.
Jake Beckley Tries Hidden-Ball Trick
Baseball history recounts Jake Beckley of the Cincinnati Reds attempting a hidden-ball trick. He hid the ball under a sack corner, mislaid its location, and the runner slid safely into second while Beckley fumbled, leaving fans recalling the moment.
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Jake Beckley
Eagle Eye
Cincinnati Reds
Jake
Beckley
Dodgers Sign Collegian
William Ward of Miami, captain and backstop of the University of Florida baseball, signed a contract with the Brooklyn National League club. The announcement notes Ward joins the Dodgers as a promising college player joining the major leagues.
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Dodgers
William Ward
Miami
University of Florida
Reading lands Kotch from Wilkes-Barre for Internationala
Outfielder Frank J. Kotch of Wilkes-Barre, a Piedmont league star who spent last season with High Point, has been secured by Chief Bender for Reading Internationala. The acquisition strengthens the Reading outfield for the upcoming season.
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Frank J. Kotch
Wilkes- Barre
High Point
Bender
Reading Internationala
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