Upton Sinclair Strikes Back at Fifteen Pack-Industry Tactics
Upton Sinclair author of The Jungle launches a counterattack against the meatpacking industry. He brands the industry infamous and uses a calculated array of facts to challenge its practices and public image.
Armour packing house claims spark strong rebuttal from Sinclair
In Everybody's Magazine May issue, Upton Sinclair argues J Ogden Armour heads a corrupt packing empire and cites Thomas F. Dolan's sworn testimony alleging concealment of condemned cattle and cannery abuse at Armour & Co. Chicago. The piece links045 Dolores to the emb által cad.
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Repaint Smarter Spring to Protect Wood and Iron
A guide to painting each spring emphasizing timely repainting before old coats die. It explains why fresh oil in new coats revitalizes old paint, the dangers of cheap or dead paint, and how to choose reputable brands with solid guarantees for lasting results.
Particulars Wanted in a Dapper Exchange
A concise squib from Columbus Dispatch features Brakeleigh imploring a beloved for life without her, while the girl with the obese bank balance questions the motive, hinting at economic tensions and romantic entanglement.
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Man Who Sticks to Truth Speaks Little of Himself
A plainspoken figure, known for honesty, rarely discusses his own life or achievements, letting actions and facts speak for him.
Cincinnati Robberies Alarm Busy Ohio City
Three highway robberies occurred in Cincinnati early Thursday. Julius Knost was attacked by five men at 1 am and robbed of $28. Fred Tanner was slugged and relieved of an $85 watch. Thomas Hines suffered head injuries after a street assault. Col. Jacob Aug 83 interrupted an attempted hold up Wednesday night. The incidents occurred near Sixth Walnut and Plum streets.
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Important Appointments in Ohio by Governor Pattison
Secretary Houck announced three new state appointments in Columbus Ohio on Friday James W Johnson of Waverly becomes supervisor of state printing succeeding Mark Slater D S Creamer of St Clairsville is named state fire marshal succeeding H D Davis The hospital location commission for crippled children includes John A McDowell Millersburg Dr Wade McMillan Cincinnati and Dr Frank E Bunts Cleveland Johnson editor of the Waverly Courier and Watchman Creamer former part owner of the St Clairsville Gazette
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St. Clairsville
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Millersburg
Wade McMillan
Cincinnati
Robbers Blow Open Two Ohio Stores With Dynamite
Burglars dynamited safes at Killian & Co. in Geyer and E. L. Banks & Co. in St. Johns Auglaize County early Tuesday. They took $10 at Geyer and $100 at St. Johns plus a stolen horse and buggy. They were tracked to West Newton and suspected to be headed toward Lima, or Kenton, with police alerted.
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Fast Mail Crash Near Sandusky Junction
Lake Shore fast mail No. 17 struck a freight train at Sandusky Junction on June 2. Heavy property damage and injuries to three mail clerks, the engineer, and the fireman. Dispute over blame: engineer says freight stalled and flagman too close. freight crew says mail crew had orders to proceed under control and watchful for the freight.
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Bridge Firms Fined $2575 Under Anti-Trust Law
Four bridge companies and six agents faced $2575 in penalties in Norwalk Ohio criminal court under the Valentine anti trust act. Each company was fined $300 and costs and each agent $250 and costs. Henry Hughes, previously fined in Erie County, received $125 and costs. Fines reflected the job costs tied to the indictment.
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Anti-Vice Crusade in Lorain Targets Saloons
Lorain Ohio on June 1 reports a sweeping anti vice crusade led by the Good Government league and the Ministerial association. They demand strict adherence to Sunday laws and to screen and closing ordinances by all 160 saloons in the city.
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Two Men Burned to Death in Railroad Sleeping Cars
In Dillonvale Ohio on May 30 three workmen sleep cars of the W and L E railroad were destroyed by fire. About 20 men faced the blaze. only Edward Neely 34 of Portland and John E Singer 45 of Bryant perished in the flames while others escaped.
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Jefferson Fire Destroys One-Third of Business District
A Friday blaze in Jefferson Ohio destroyed a third of the business portion, burning twelve buildings. An overheated stove is believed responsible. Fire engines from nearby towns aided the effort as losses reach about 75000 dollars with partial insurance.
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McKinley Remembered With Floral Tributes at Tomb
In Canton Ohio on May 31 floral offerings marked the McKinley tomb ceremony. A large wreath from President Roosevelt and a tribute brought by William L Day son of Justice Day were placed at the tomb by order of Vice President Fairbanks.
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Ailing Women and Kidney Health Remedies
Mrs. W. G. Davis of Groesbeck Texas praises Dean's Kidney Pills for relieving back aches dizziness and irregular kidney action. She reports passing gravel stones after starting the pills and says her health remains strong. Sold by all dealers 50 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
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Paderewski Reinstates Bellboy After Musical Misunderstanding
Rosamond Johnson a bellboy at Young's hotel in Boston once played Paderewski's Minuet for the maestro who could not understand English. The bellboy was expelled by the manager but Paderewski learned the truth and had Johnson reinstated.
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Troubles of Spring Days Strike Chapman Kansas
The Chapman Kansas Outlook notes springtime chores with a garden spat of hens aiding radishes, a house dog digging in flower beds, and a neighbor's old cow strolling across a freshly prepared lawn.
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Looked Pleasant in Kodak Picture Says Old Squeeze
A brief caption notes a man described as old squeeze appearing pleasant in a Kodak photograph. The line implies familiarity and a claim that the image cost nothing to produce or obtain.
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Houston
One Luxury at a Time in Dress Wear
Quote-based snippet notes style and humor about watches with dress suits. It mentions a character named Pigginns and a remark about never having both at the same time, attributed to American Spectator.
Postum Helps Soldier End Coffee Dependence and Rebuild Health
A 72 year old ex soldier recounts severe malaria and recurring illness linked to coffee. He followed his doctor's advice to quit coffee for Postum and soon regained health, now working hard and preferring Postum. He notes others may dislike it at first but grow to like it with proper preparation. The endorsement comes from Postum Co. Battle Creek Michigan and the booklet The Road to Wellville.
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