LaFollette Campaign Builds on Progressive Principle Tour
Senator LaFollette, a presidential candidate, closed his first day of campaigning in Cleveland after a Youngstown stop. He framed progressive republicanism around the initiative referendum and recall, urged support from Democrats, and touted Wisconsin reforms as proof of progressivism in government.
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LaFollette
Taft
Cleveland Gray’s
Youngstown
Wisconsin
Scientists and Congressmen at A S A S Meeting
Dr E Bessey of the University of Nebraska spoke at the first meeting of the assembled scientific society within the association for the advancement of science at the national museum. He thanked President Taft for the welcome and said scientists resemble members of congress in their duty to past present and future problems.
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Washington
Association For the Advancement of Science
National Museum
E. Bessey
University of Nebraska
Taft
Congress
Merger Plan Details in 1902 Meat Industry Attempt
The government revealed plans for a 500 million dollar merger of Armour Swift and Morris interests aimed at controlling the U S meat industry. The contract dated May 31 1902 was read to jurors in the Chicago packers trial before Judge George A Carpenter.
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Packers
Chicago
Armour, Swift and Morris
United States
George A. Carpenter
Taft Allows Christian Science Healing in Panama Zone
President Taft has settled the dispute over non medical healing in the Panama canal zone. An executive order, issued months ago, is modified to remove doubt about the lawfulness of Christian Science and other no medical healing methods in the zone.
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Christian Science
Panama
Washington
Taft
Panama Canal Zone
Christian Science Church
Smoked Herring Meal Sparks Disorder at Berlin Lodging House
In Berlin a crowd of thirty six homeless men consumed decayed smoked herring as part of a frugal meal at the municipal lodging house, provoking concern as several residents faced illness and discomfort amid the routine aid program.
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Berlin
Reverend Enright Die. Noted Redemptorist Father of City
The Rev Timothy Enright a prominent Redemptorist priest in Kansas City and across the nation died aged seventy He was born in Ireland and came to the United States at age seven His death closes a long career in religious service and community leadership
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Kansas City
Timothy Enright
Redemptoriat Fathers
Enright
United States
Premier Yuan Shi-kat on future Chinese government form
Premier Yuan Shi-kai signals a decisive move toward establishing a new government for China. The plan envisions a provisional assembly shaping the future political system as he seeks stability after current turmoil.
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Pekin
Yuan Shi Kat
Maa
China
North Nebraska News Roundup of County Happenings
Merrick county forms a poultry association. Ashland pastors resign. York hosts state poultry show January 15 to 20. Walter J. Lamb, Lincoln’s oldest lawyer, dies at 73. Over 50,000 cream separators in use. Kenesaw school plans a $25,000 building. Fremont sends $104 to Lutheran Orphans home. Norfolk rejects $75,000 electric bonds. Knox county officials’ records to be examined. DeWitt farmers’ institute a success. Wymore youth arrested for insult. Madison courthouse improvements underway. Otis Ballou killed in Seattle auto accident. Omaha death from natural causes. J. E. Dalton hanged in Omaha for Christmas gift issue. Fremont mission team to China January 3. Barbour flags good lignite coal near Hoop er. Guide Rock farmers’ institute hampered by snow and smallpox scare. Suitcase with nitroglycerine found in Stanton hotel. Kenesaw new church cornerstone laid with large seating. Lyons man Charlie Musselman dies of typhoid from infected letters. Creighton student George Parker held in Minnesota for Mrs Jackson killing. Elm Creek youths form Bible study class. instructor Professor Odell. Long Pine man Harry Oliver injured then dies. James B. Austin dies suddenly holding his four-year-old niece. Hastings hotel fund drive reaches $100,000 toward $125,000 goal. Gherman Roger barn fire at Syracuse kills six horses and destroys equipment. Wahoo’s Charlie Freeman, oldest in Laun ders County, among state’s oldest.
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Merrick County
Ashland
York
Walter J. Lamb
Lincoln
Nebraska
Kenesaw School Board
Fremont
Lutheran Orphens
Norfolk
Knox County
Farmers’ Institute
DeWitt
W. M. Downs
Wymore
Madison
Otis Ballou
Omaha
Seattle
Wash
David Stepsay
J. E. Dalton
Mrs. Kelly
San Francisco
Cal
Hainan
China
E. H. Barbour
Eph Johnson
Hooper
Guide Rock
Stanton
New Christian Church
Kenesaw
Charlies Musselman
Lyons
Pennsylvania
George Parker
Creighton University
St. Paul
James B. Austin
Hastings
Gherman Rogera
Syracuse
Charlies Freeman
Wahoo
Launders County
Mr. Freeman
Life Insurance and Piano Purchases Highlight Everyday Paradoxes
A dialogue notes life insurance pressure and a piano installment plan as examples of modern contradictions. A bemused narrator recalls being hounded by an agent and a doctor while a Plano house push leads to a reluctant purchase. Separate playful exchanges end with a warning about changing roles and fortunes.
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Plano
The Weak Point Cartoon Dialogue
A comic caption features Squilbob advising a shy suitor. Squilligan counters with a blunt tip about using flattery, while the girl’s supposed disdain for “jol lying” is noted as a unique trait.
How Many Ambitious Orators In This Convention
A delegate moves to limit nominating speeches to one minute each at a convention. The motion fails 47 to 46 after a storm of protest, with the mover asking how many ambitious orators exist, concluding there are forty seven.
Old-fashioned man’s fate in Chicago election chatter
In Chicago a discussion asks if a husband died or resigned and speculates he merely failed in the election. The old-fashioned man known for keeping his word is questioned on his current status.
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Chicago
Profitable Goods and Curious Sayings
A quirky item list notes that goods are valued when parted profitably. It mentions a Lewis single binder and tobacco quality, with a price of 5 cents for cigars. A social quip suggests many handshakes mask insincerity, likening them to a dog’s wag.
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Lewis
Cure for Eczema Claims Cure With New Soap Remedy
Mrs G A Selby of Redonda Beach California says eight years of eczema on hands and chest ended after using Cuticura Soap and Ointment. She notes rapid improvement after two weeks and praises the soap as cheap and top quality. A sample of each and a 32 page book are available from druggists and dealers.
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G. A. Selby
Redonda Beach
Cal
Cuttcoura
Woman’s Fate Tangles with Bigamy Claim
A fragmentary historical notice centers on a ragged beggar woman and a dispute over spouses and legitimacy. The text mentions bigamy and a man’s denial of claims, hinting at a contested family arrangement and inheritance questions.
Philistines React After David Defeats Goliath
A Christmas Puck quip imagines the Philistines reacting to David slaying Goliath with a joke about a season just beginning. The line suggests patience as David faces a slump yet to come.
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David
Goliath
Willie
Lingual Quip Appears in Odd Baby Talk Snippet
A fragment from The Lingo features a quip about a baby’s unclear speech described as early English. The dialogue discusses a “queer language” and the notion of a peace ailment linked to misunderstanding, with garbled phrases about infection and hamalitor wizard.
Health and Energy Breakfast Appeal Slogan
A health and energy breakfast pitch promotes early consumption with claims of reducing cost of living and a free Silver Spoon in every package. It urges readers to ask grocers for a package while noting prosperity odds for men and the public.
Footpad Pressures Victim to Surrender Last Cent
A robber confronts a victim demanding every remaining cent. The incident details show a threatening encounter with continued coercion until the money is handed over. No injuries are reported, and police are investigating the motive and suspect.
No End Seen in Effort to Make Both Ends Meet
A saying notes that balancing income and expenses demands substantial funds. The remark underscores the difficulty of stretching limited resources to cover essential needs. It frames the tension between revenue and outlays as a persistent financial challenge.
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