Gold Output Declines in U S for 1912 Under 1907 Levels
United States Geologic Survey estimates show less gold mined in 1912 than in any year since 1907 while silver output set a peak for a similar period. The total gold value fell to about 91 million dollars, down over 5 million from 1911, amid weak prospects for rich finds after Goldfield Nevada.
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Washington
United States
United States Geology Survey
Sver
I Camp of
Goldfield
Nev
Faestatn
Taylor 18 Named as Agricultural Agent
J J Wlor of McHenry named agricultural agent by Gulf and Island Railroad Company. Wlor will instruct workers in new planting methods along the line, and he assumed duties January 6.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LRT
Miss
J. J. Wlor
McHenry
Non Department of the Gulf and To Island Railroad Company
Texas Wonder cures kidney and bladder troubles
The Texas Wonder treats kidney and bladder issues including gravel diabetes rheumatism and irregularities. It claims usefulness for men women and children with bladder troubles. Sold by druggists. mail order available for $1.00. Testimonials available on request from W. H. Hall 2926 Olive St Saint Louis Missouri.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas Wonder
W. Hall
Olive Street
St. Is
Edouard Mylius Libel Case Before U S Officials
English publisher Edouard Mylius seeks to avoid barred status in the United States after an English prison term for libel against King George. The Liberator writer claimed the king was a bigamist with a second wife besides Queen Maney. the case rests with Secretary Nagle of Commerce and Labor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edouard Mylius
United States
Secretary of Commerce and Labor
Nagle
Mylius
King George
the Liberator
Queen Maney
House Clerk Dead in Chair in New York Lodging House
C L Swords a clerk of the folding room in the United States House of Representatives was found dead at midnight in a Seventh avenue lodging house in New York. Police began an investigation with official papers and a ring identifying him. A physician cited probable heart failure though autopsy may be ordered.
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New York
C. L. Swords
House of Representatives
Washington
Seventh Avenue
Swords
Native of Vicksburg Found Dead in New York Lodging
C L Swords a folding clerk of the house and a native of Vicksburg was found dead in a New York lodging house the police reported today. The cause of death was not immediately known and an investigation was begun by authorities in New York City.
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Vicksburg
Washington
C. L. Swords
New York
Local Man Missing Since December Found Dead
A 40 year old man born in Vicksburg Mississippi, missing since December 31, was found dead last night. He leaves a widow and his body will be cared for by the house.
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Vicksburg
Miss
Mail too heavy for Gulfport officials
Gulfport Mississippi January 9 local mounted mail carriers will abandon pouches as inadequate for parcels post. Carts of larger size ordered in anticipation of future need. Vegetables nursery products and all shipments arrive via parcels post. Express office reports business not fallen and staff not reduced.
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Gulfport
Miss
Cold Wave Sweeps Southwest and Northern Mexico
A severe cold wave grips the Southwest extending into northern Mexico. Native suffering grows along the border as Albuquerque records 15 below, Santa Fe 12 below, and Las Vegas 20 below in a new regionwide cold snap.
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EL Paso
Tex
Mexico
Albuquerque
N. M
New Mexico
Santa Fe
Las Vegas
Demand for Protection for Crow Indians In Senate Hearing
Mrs. Helen Pierce Gray testifies before the Senate Indian Affairs Committee alleging diseased beef sales to Crow Indians. She cites interior department officials and lessees of Crow lands amid calls to send Crow records to the attorney general for investigation. Senator Townsend voices concern over alleged frauds against the Crow.
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Washington
Interior Department
Helen Pierce Gray
Senate Indian Affairs Committee
Townsend
Gray
Syrup of Figs Promises Easy Cleanse for Children
Beloved remedy for kids promotes gentle cleansing of stomach and bowels. Claims to ease biliousness, constipation, and feverish symptoms without harsh drugs. Encourages mothers to use a tea spoonful of Syrup of Figs to restore appetite and health in hours.
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Noard Oil Company
Kentucky
Atlanta
Two Militant Suffragists Sent to Eight Months Each
London authorities convicted May Billinghurst and Louisa Gray for destructive campaign against the mails. They described acid and ink damage to letter boxes in central and western London, revealing widespread vandalism and disposal methods used by suffragette militants.
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London
May Billinghurst
Lousa Gray
West End
Bates Defends Rifle Association at Annual Meeting
Lt. Gen. John C. Bates, retiring president of the National Rifle Association, rebuked critics who say its push for school rifle training promotes militarism. He argued rifle practice benefits the nation as a clean healthy sport and urged Congress to fund ranges and a large government range near Washington. The secretary’s report highlighted civilian rifle clubs as a key growth area.
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Washington
John C. Bates
National Rifle Association of America
Association
Bates
Washington, D. C
Navy
Marine Corps
Army
National Guard
Albert S. Jones
Deportation of Mylins Delayed by Nagel
The admission case for Edward F. Mylins, facing deportation in New York after a London conviction for libeling King George, will wait on Secretary Nagel. Edward Halton James, Liberator editor, aboard La Provence, seeks delay to present his side from Paris.
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Washington
Jan
United States
Edward F. Mylins
New York
London
King George
Nagel
Department of Commerce
Labor
Edward Halton James
Liberator of
Paris
James
Integration
Williams
Sharp rivalry for presidency at Woman's National Democratic League
Delegates at the first annual convention face a heated race for league president between Mrs. Steven B. Ayres and Mrs. John Sherwin Crosby of New York City. A contentious resolution would set up headquarters in several suffrage states, seen by objectors as a pledge to the suffragist cause. The dispute delays reading President-elect Wilson’s letter on the Principles of Democracy.
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Washington
Woman's National Democratic League
League
Steven B. Ayres
New York
John Sherwin Crosby
New York City
Chicago
Pittsburg
Boston
Wilson
Jury to decide if Hammerstein lied in opera loan suit
Edward Stotesbury contends he loaned Oscar Hammerstein 39 960 to cover a deficit at the Philadelphia Opera House in 1910. Both sides rested their case after Stotesbury denied calling the sum a contribution to grand opera. Former Hammerstein staff testified to counter claims the money was a loan or acknowledgment of obligation.
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New York
Edward T. Stotesbury
Philadelphia
Oscar Hammerstein
Philadelphia Opera House
Stotesbury
Grand Opera
Hammerstein
Digestit E proves a God send for stomach distress
Rev M J Jenkins of San Antonio recounted years of severe dyspepsia and a near fatal episode before trying Digestit E. He reports immediate relief and full recovery and urges others to try the medicine with gastrointestinal aids to keep liver and bowels active. The ad promotes Digestit E tablets at 50 cents a package from Van Antwerp's.
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M. J. Jenkins
San Antonio
Brexas
New Orleans
Mr. Jenkins
Brown
van Antwerp
Millionaires Secure Fast Train To Field Trials
Wealthy New Yorkers H. B. Duryea and A. G. C. Sage at the United States Field Trials Club meet ordered a special train to Letocatchie course, with Mrs. Duryea accompanying. They paid no mind to cost, getting an engine and coach at 9:45 a m after a leisurely breakfast.
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Montgomery
Ala
H. B. Duryea
A. G. C. Sage
United States
Letocatchie
Local Women’s Christian Association funds Three I League entry
Members of the Women’s Christian Association agreed to finance the club’s participation in the Three I League. The base ball enthusiasts would dispense with a stated amount, allowing Sunday games to proceed in Keokuk.
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Keokuk, In
Women’s Christian Association
Bers
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le Aree
Isl
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Southwest
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Gen. Bates
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van Antwerp Seed Store
S. St
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Ceryp Co
Dauphin and
Juachim
Duffy’s
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Brooklyn
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JRS
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