Snappy Satires and Snippets from a Dated Column
A compact miscellany mocks art, aging, and quirks of society. Notes poke at coronations, cats, gardens, lawyers in New Jersey, and a Virginia or Chicago doctor’s whimsy with microbes in cat whiskers. The wit riffs on wealth, manners, and a judge’s courtroom posture.
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Chicago
Thought in bed killed Harriman friend says
A friend of E. H. Harriman claims the fatal line of thought in bed ended his life, remarking that such moments offer single chances for reflection.
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E. H. Harriman
Litigation over a $17,000 estate in Soya details
The report outlines a contested estate valued at $17,000 in Soya with ongoing legal actions. It mentions lawyers and disputes over $4,006 and notes confusion in the case and calls for judicial recognition amid unclear terminology.
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Soya
CNN
Prophetess Mme. Rique Comments on Breath and Cloves
Mme. Rique, the prophetess, declares the breath embodies the spirit and notes that cloves appear to have little effect. The remarks frame a mystic view of aroma as a spiritual indicator and downplay clove influence.
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Mme. Rique
Iowa man urges killing all dogs for attention
An Iowa man makes a public demand that all dogs be killed as a bid for attention, a move seen as a rare protest tactic likely to draw police and public scrutiny.
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Iowa
Actress Weds Egyptian Prince in Unlikely Match
An American actress has married an Egyptian prince in a high profile union. The ceremony drew global attention as the couple blends Hollywood star power with royal duties.
Household Items Signal Quiet Fight Over Slats
The fragment hints at domestic dispute imagery with a bed slat urged for correction and a hair brush noted as a reliable tool for quick tasks, suggesting a casual, domestic scene rather than a newsworthy event.
American Actress Marries Egyptian Prince in Formal Union
An American actress wed an Egyptian prince in a high profile ceremony. Reports say she will adopt local fashion customs including wearing a harem skirt as part of the tradition.
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Jong
Treasury Secretary backs ending $2.50 gold coinage
The secretary of the treasury favors discontinuing the $2.50 gold pieces. The move would likely go unnoticed by many people.
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Secretary of the Treasury
Massachusetts Scientist Plans Stingless Bee Breeding
A Massachusetts scientist aims to breed stingless bees to reduce stinging incidents and curb mosquito-related problems, hoping to create a gentler, safer pollinator that benefits agriculture and public health.
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Massachusetts
Humanity
Chicago Man Buys Rare Book for 21000 at Hoe Sale
A Chicago man purchased a rare old book for 21000 at a Hoe auction. He notes that certain publications offer extensive information for a small fee, described as 21 cents, suggesting greater value from available periodicals.
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Chicago
Prince Henry Dash, Plane Lands Sharply
Prince Henry hurried to a safer landing after his aeroplane encountered trouble. The remark notes that royal figures cannot escape the laws of gravity nor time and tide.
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Henry
English Explorers Claim Solomon's Ring and Sword in Jerusalem
Reporters say English explorers in Jerusalem found Solomon's ring and sword. They note that his Wisdom remains beyond the reach of modern research.
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Jerusalem
Solomon
Fashion bans fail to curb common sense trends
Manufacturers ban bobbles and harem skirts, yet public taste resists. The push to enforce restrictive styles seems unlikely to curb evolving fashion, as ordinary wear persists amid the debate over propriety and propriety standards.
Italian Count Arrested in New York Case Links to Heiress Wealth
A report states an Italian count was arrested in New York amid a financial dispute involving alleged smuggling. The article suggests that foreign nobles rely on American heiresses for support, reflecting concerns about international connections and social financing.
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New York
Storm Rips Through Ohio. Deaths Reported in Norwalk Canton
A massive hurricane swept across northern Ohio from Indiana to Pennsylvania causing at least one death and many injuries. Norwalk, Wooster and Canton suffered the worst damage with lightning strikes killing DeForest Stanford in Norwalk and another man in Canton while two women reportedly drowned near Canton. Dozens injured including Joseph Lindenberger Fred Van Buren Frank Timmons and Louis Lang plus extensive property damage across Akron Barberton Sandusky Huron and surrounding farms.
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Standford
Norwalk
P. J. Kerney
Canton
Myers Lake
Joseph Lindenberger
Fred van Buren
Frank Timmons
Man Buren
Henry Crome
Barberton
Louis Lang
Wooster
County Infirmary
Gale
Cleveland, O
Cleveland
Indiana
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Hightning
Akron
Sandusky
Huron
Magsillon
Kansas
Fremont
Gale Wrecks Across States Dooming Several Lives
A severe storm sweeping from Ohio into Pennsylvania caused live wires to fall, leading to multiple fatal injuries. Reports indicate extensive damage as the gale's force disrupted power and property across the region.
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Ohio
Pennsylvania
Waiting for death Mrs Dealy in New Rochelle gas peril
Mrs Anna Dealy aged 45 wife of D Edward Dealy a Rochelle Park resident sat under a gas jet in her bedroom and calmly waited to die. Dr James H Brennan coroner called her action temporary insanity with prior attempts. A son found her body. she mothered five children.
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New Rochelle
N. Y
Anna Dealy
D. Edward Dealy
Rochelle Park
James H. Brennan
Rioting injures many in Brownsville after strike breaker arrival
In West Brownsville Pennsylvania a large riot broke out after a carload of strike breakers arrived. Non union men were housed at Michael Sonick's home. Strikers attacked the house firing bullets and stones through windows. Mrs Sonick was shot in the breast.
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Brownsville
Pennsylvania Railroad
Michael Sonick
Sonick
Launch Capsizes at Utah Lake Drowns Six People
A sudden squall capsized the launch Galileo on Utah Lake near Salt Lake City. Six people drowned including a prospective bride and groom who were the guests of honor at the outing.
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Salt Lake City
Utah
Utah Lake
Rich Cleveland heiress funds Los Angeles Jewish settlement
Miss Ida Schwab a wealthy Cleveland heiress established a settlement house in Los Angeles to aid Jewish people. She bears all expenses with 12 teachers and lives here with her mother and sister Miss Irma Schwab. She plans to devote her life to practical teaching.
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Los Angeles
Dont Neglect Your Kidneys
A testimonial from J. J. Richardson of Red Key Indiana warns that kidney trouble is serious and urges treatment. He describes severe back pain and immobility, then credits Doan's Kidney Pills with gradual recovery and no relapse. Sold by druggists and stores for 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
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J. J. Richardson
Red Key
Ind
Doan
Doan’s
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
Evans Confesses Bribe and Fines in Ohio Scandal
Representative Owen J. Evans of Stark county admits taking a $100 bribe related to the salary loan shark bill. He paid a $500 fine and testified before the grand jury, with reports saying his disclosures could trigger many new indictments of officials not previously suspected.
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Columbus, C
Owen J. Evans
Stark County
Shas
Evans
Ylouse
Confession Ties Ohio Lawmaker to Steering Committee
Evans pleaded guilty and forfeits his right to hold office after a court-ordered confession linked to the Weiss case and a salary loan bill scandal. Immunity was granted. details guarded until the grand jury next reports. Prosecutor Turner and Attorney Clark coordinated the negotiations revealing committee influence and payments to Evans.
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Elon
Sos Hdee
Evans
E. C. Turner
Clark
Kempel
Weiss
House
S. J. Vining
Miller
Tee
Grand Jury
Taft Rebukes Race Prejudice In Army Letter
President Taft released a severe reprimand of Colonel Joseph Garrard, commander at Fort Myers Virginia, for a report denying a Jewish private Frank Bloom advancement. Taft called Garrard’s statements false, unpatriotic, and an example of unfounded race prejudice in official military documents.
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Taft
Washington
Joseph Garrard
Fort Myers
Garrard
Frank Bloom
Secretary of War
Army
Jubilee of Gibbons Fifty Years of Priesthood Cardinalate Jubilee
In Baltimore on June 6 a large interdenominational gathering at the Fifth Regiment Armory honored James Cardinal Gibbons. The ceremony marked the fiftieth anniversary of his ordination and the twenty-fifth of his elevation to the cardinalate, hailed as a unique public tribute to a leading American church figure.
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Baltimore
United States
Fifth Regiment Armory
America
James
Cardinal Gibbons
Notable Figures Attend 4 PM Exercises Mark Historic U.S. Event
The gathering drew leaders such as President Taft former President Roosevelt Speaker Champ Clark ex Speaker Cannon Chief Justice White and many clergy. James Gibbons born in Baltimore July 23 1834 journeyed from Ireland to enter the priesthood and rose to archbishop primate in 1877 and cardinal in 1886.
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United States
Taft
Roosevelt
Champ Clark
Joseph G. Cannon
White
Supreme Court
James Gibbons
Baltimore
Ireland
North Carolina
Richmond
Bayley
Nine Die in Rioting Across Mexico City
Rioting broke out in several districts of Mexico City with nine people killed and many wounded. The outbreak followed a suffragist demonstration in Santa Julia where the most serious clashes occurred.
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Mexico City
Mexico
Santa Jula
Cuti cura Remedies Said to Cure Eczema
A mother recounts curing her own eight year eczema and that of three children using Cuticura Soap Ointment and Resolvent. She claims improvement for sores on chest heads ears and hair loss and notes no worry during flare ups due to faith in the products.
Cuticura Remedies Praised for Ringworm Cure
Mrs Violet Cole of Philadelphia testifies Cuticura Soap and Ointment cured her children of ringworm and praises the products as wonderful. She notes the remedies are sold worldwide and offers a free book on skin and scalp diseases from Potter Drug & Chem Corp in Boston.
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Violet Cole
S. Redfield St
Philadelphia
Potter Drug & Chem. Corp
Sole Props
Boston
Market Hogs Lighter Weights Over Decades
The article notes a steady decline in average hog weights at western packing centers from 275 pounds in 1870–79 to about 219 pounds in 1900–09. It concludes that hogs marketed 30 to 40 years ago were roughly one-fourth heavier than those sold in recent years.
High railroad rates spark cross regional debate
A New England woman on a southern branch line calls five cents a mile extortion while a southern cousin notes the hourly rate of about thirty five cents. The exchange contrasts regional views on transport pricing.
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New England
Annie
Peek-a-Boo Socks and Hewitt's Easy Task Soap
Advertisement claims men wear peek-a-boo socks due to wives using inferior laundry soaps. It blames free alkali and resin in soaps for sock damage and promotes Hewitt's Easy Task Soap as a solution after twenty five years of use. Five cents a cake.
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Hewitt
Hypnotic remark by Margaret and Katherine discussion
Dialogue shows Margaret suggesting Mr. Baker can hypnotize people and Katherine questioning the value. Margaret describes holding my hand until it falls asleep, attributed to Puck.
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Margaret
Mr. Baker
Katherine
Puck
Garfield's Tea Aids Digestion Through Digestive Stimulation
An 19th century preparation named Garfield's Tea claims to ease constipation by arousing the digestive organs to their intended activity. The remedy is described as composed of herbal ingredients and aimed at restoring natural motion.
Honest Policy Test Prompt
A brief prompt suggests honesty as the best policy and invites trying it as a personal exercise. It emphasizes belief and practical action.
Child Mistakes Fire Hose For Hosiery At Fire
In a witty scene a girl named Arlene watches firefighters arriving at a blaze. She notices long hoses and exclaims to her mother that more men are dragging their hosiery, mixing childlike confusion with the dramatic street action. The moment captures the crowd’s reaction as additional crews reach the burning building.
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Arlene
Firremen
Lippincott’s
Begin Rightx and Don’t Put It Off Any Longer
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And They Adjourned The Mutual Admiration Society
A fragment describes a group meeting where the members are called to order and a girl seeks praise. The man responds with a startled exclamation and the society adjourns shortly afterward.
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Mutual Admiration
Aunt Eunice Appraises Old Master in Picture Gallery
In a scene with Mrs Newgold and Aunt Eunice, a character notes the painting is a real old master while another defends its value, comparing it favorably to newer works. The dialogue emphasizes appreciation across eras.
Real Reason Notices Kitten-To-Eeap Move
A brief exchange notes a forthcoming move and a courteous remark about helping with the kitten plan. The dialogue hints at relocation plans and mutual assistance without further details.
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