In History and Astronomical Notes for December 24
December 24 marks the birth of Benjamin Rowd in 1746 and his death in 1813, with a note on the Ghent peace treaty of 1814 ending the War of 1812 between the United States and Great Britain. The day also notes the death of English author William Makepeace Thackeray in 1863 and a year of birth 1811, plus astronomical data including moonrise and moonset times and the sun's position.
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No Paper Tomorrow A Holiday For Workers
The Lorain Times Herald announces no daily paper tomorrow to grant employees and carriers a one day holiday for Christmas. The semi weekly will publish tonight and the daily will skip, aligning with the tradition of a year end break. Various editorials and clippings reference labor, politics, and notable figures, noting widespread nil publication and discussing holiday timing.
Roosevelt argues for law reform over labor trial outcomes
The president defends the three labor leaders Gompers Mitchell and Morrison, urging that if they broke federal statutes they should serve their sentences, while calling for prompt congressional action to modify the unjust law. He warns of political repercussions if justice is seen as biased by employers or the state.
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Union
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Mitchell
Morrison
Congress
Three old firms ousted from Missouri state
A fragmented OCR passage mentions three old companies being removed from Missouri and notes locals must verify their exit. The text shifts to festive wishes for Christmas and a casual weather note predicting possible rain, with tangential remarks about public figures and employment.
Mule owner receives compensation from government claim
The owner of a mule lost forty years ago has received $140 for the loss. The payment discusses whether the Matanzen mule was ever listed on the government compensation roll in Cleveland.
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Cou‘gre
Cleveland
National Apple Show in Spokane to Expand Next Year
Spokane December 2 The National Apple Show proved a success with 90 exhibitors and plans to repeat on a larger scale in 1909 with premiums totaling 70 000. Directors Br Cartier and Van Dissel aim to move the exhibit to an eastern venue, while Spokane would host a larger facility. More than 100 000 premium items were submitted and attendance peaked at 21 853 on a single day. Emma Goldman and Ben Telte man, traveling radicals, attempted to lecture but faced venue shortages and departed for Puget Sound.
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Chicago
Middlewestern
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van Dinwel
New England
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San Francho
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Ecity Council
W. W. Ramsey
A. A. Vilvark
German National Bank
John Klein
Woul
Tunis
Atlas Advertisement Mention in New York Publisher Ad
A tiny catalog note mentions a "Handy Atlas of the World" by Scott and Bowne of New York seeking buyers. The line hints at weight gain per day from a supposed product or regimen, framed as part of an ad in a historical newspaper.
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New York
Anarchy claims in Northwest described by Milas Goldoma
A passage notes Milas Goldoma predicting growing anarchy across Washington Oregon Idaho and Montana as she travels the world to study the doctrine. It mentions a January Australia voyage and adds local notes on Verne Beamis marrying Miss Onie Bryant in Colville, with details of their Spokane move. Also reports large Snake River sturgeon caught near Red Bird Creek with heavy gear and a long haul to town.
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Colville
Wey
Heamin
Pon
Gustave Patten
Frank Vincet
Wiley
Offa
Snake River
Red Bird Creek
Apokane
Sail
Water fight and hero brothers at Sacred Heart Hospital
A lengthy report blends an accident tale of Michael Davick, 92, saved by his brother Benjamin, who donated skin for his recovery after a “third degree” burn. Surgeons Dr. Walter Queen Webb and Dr. G A Downs said the operation showed heroism and devotion. The narrative then shifts to a 1792 campaign overview with Washington facing party divisions, Adams’s re-election, and the era’s political split between Federalists and Republicans, including Burr and Clinton figures, set alongside a shoe ad from Long’s.
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Pennsylvania
Delaware
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Georgia
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George Clinton
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Thomas Jeter
Aaron Burr
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Wanton
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Herbert Jones
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Jones
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Wilson
Pittsburg graft probe widens as 22 more arrests expected
Pittsburg faces a widening municipal graft scandal as authorities anticipate 22 additional arrests linked to a council corruption probe. District Attorney Blakely indicated arrests will target city officials, bankers, and associates after testimony described widespread bribery.
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Brady
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