Contested School Book Exchange Troubles in Mobile
The Item reports on the Alabama Text Book Commission swap program in Mobile where state stamped Baldwin Readers are rejected for substitutes like Free and Treadwell Second Reader, leaving families to pay full prices. The piece notes delays two days before school opening, faults the depository exchanges, and urges adjustments to ease costs for working families and widows.
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School Book Trust
Canada
United States
Georgia
Alabama Text Book Commission
Mont
State Commission
Mobile
Baldwin
Montgomery
Free and
Treadwell
Trueman Depository
Dauphin Street
Free
Eaton
Willingham
Marechal School
Franklin Street
Ab. Jackson, Jr
Mississippi Dissatisfaction Over Federal Appointments
Mississippi Democrats voice discontent over the Williams Vardaman feud delaying federal posts. Letters from constituents urge action as the states attorney northern district, U S marshal for north and south districts, registrar and receiver roles await division. Williams has visited the White House while attempts at settlement continue with Attorney General and Senators.
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Mississippi
Williams and Vardaman
Mem
Washington
House
Williams-Vardaman
Williams
White House
Unclear Text Fragments Reflect Editorial Disarray
Fragmentary OCR style notes critique medical politics and commercialization. The passage harshly condemns entrenched profits and disregard for public welfare, hinting at a debate over vaccines and professional standards. Entities are sparse and context incomplete.
Comer decries prohibition in Annis to Calhoun crowd
In Calhoun county the speaker referenced an Age-Herald report of Mr. Comer’s Anniston address where he said the prohibition law was passed against his wishes. The remark aligns with local option speculation tied to an unpublished letter from Comer to Mr. Thompson of Mobile.
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Alabama
Comer
Fr. Thompson
Mobile
Calhoun County
Annistog
Age-Herald
Harry M. Ayers
H. T. Hartwell
Thompsor
Alabama Senate contest grows tense as candidates emerge
Washington notes a heated scramble in Alabama after Senator Johnston's death. Governor ONeal designates Clayton to fill the vacancy, while Oscar Underwood and Judge Clayton are rising contenders. Rumors link Governor ONeal and naval hero Richmond Hobson to the race, signaling a major political clash in the South.
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Washington
Senate
Alabama
Wash
Capitol
Robert Louis Stevenson
Joseph Johnston
O'néal
Henry D. Clayton
House Committee On the Judiciary
House
Johnston
O'Neal
Committee On Privileges and Elections of the
William D. Jelks
Clayton
Doughty
Judge Clayton
House of Representatives
Underwood
Victor Hanson
Birmingham
Congress
Wilson
Richmond Pearson Hobson
Pained by Wisdom Ends In Gentle Critique of Bok
A Chicago Tribune excerpt quotes a New York Sun reader who objects to Edward Bok praising English menus and French cooking in American hotels. The letter grows into a broader defense of Bok’s helpful hints and the judgement of critics who oppose excellence.
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New York Sun
Edward Bok
Anak
Mr. Bok
Bok
Alabama Convict Camps Under Fire From Turpentine Brutality Claims
The Age-Herald urges reform of Alabama convict leasing amid sensational reports of mistreatment in turpentine camps. The paper argues state disgrace stems from the system, not solely cruel guards, and calls for removal of prisoners to curb outrage and educate the public.
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Alabama
A Good Spender
A humorous exchange questions if money carries germs and suggests it would take a strong germ to transfer during the short time money is handed over. The Houston Post features the quip reflecting currency hygiene concerns.
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Houston Post
Twins Rescue Night Walk Ends With Reunion
A distressed scene unfolds as Jessie and Judy, two orphaned twins, wander near a gate after nightfall. A sleeping stranger helps them home, and a nurse recognizes the man as Jack, reuniting him with Jessie and solving the mystery of the twins' disappearance.
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Jessie
Judy
Punch
Papa
Jack
Ulster’s Threat of Civil War Over Home Rule
The article explains Ireland's push for self rule and Britain's path to the law in 1914. It details Ulster Protestant opposition led by Sir Edward Carson, fears of Catholic dominance, and threats of armed resistance including an Ulster volunteer force and indemnity fund.
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Atlanta Journal
Great Britain
Ireland
Emerald Isle
United States
House of Lords
Ulster
Edward Carson
Ulster Forces
Asquith
Las Neré
Neglected Soil Seen as Food Problem Facing U S
New York Oct 2 A statement linked to beef packing warns shortages may push porter house steak to a dollar a pound. William C Brown argues underused eastern soils can boost food output including beef, with farming stations to prove capacity and cost.
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New York
Auguste B. Séeguin
Peru
New Jeans
Argentina
William C. Brown
New York Central Railroad Company
United States
Brown
New York State
Mississippi River
Alleghenies
New England
Connecticut
Massachusetts
Boston
Washington
Louisiana
Atlantic
Gulf of Mexico
South
Alabama
Elliott
Howard Elliott
New Haven Railroad Company
Far West
Hilcott
Northern Pacific
Northwest
Oregon
West Virginia
E. C. Converse
United States Steel Corporation
Gulf
Vannah
Refugees From Mexico Demand Return to Safeguard Property
Refugees who landed in California press the United States to return them to Mexico to recover abandoned property, claiming US officials promised decisive action. They argue the state department cannot guarantee property protection or provide a military guard, and question relocation expenses if they stay.
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Mexico
California
State Department
United States
Proof Positive Drafts and Vex Quet Insight
Fragmentary lines discuss drafting, a wife’s awareness, and questioning walking straight. The text includes archaic spellings and unclear references, offering a glimpse of personal tones without a clear narrative or named events.
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Osile
John Kendrick Bangs
Atlantic States
Kdeck
Rory
Kensington
Holland
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