Japanese Rise to War Winds Seen in Pan American Drift
A Russian view warned that Japan, blocked by U S immigration limits, must seek new lands in the Pacific. It argues Japan may target the Philippines and Hawaii while clashing with the United States, and notes Korea and Manchuria fail to satisfy Japan’s colonial aims, prompting territorial pressure and a dangerous drift toward war.
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New York
Russia
Siberia
Japan
Manchuria
Literary Digest
St. Petersburg
Novoe Vremya
Unioitielal
Aimeries
California
Mongolia
Philippines
Hawaii
Korea
Pacific
America
United States
Mexico
Panama Canal
Europe
Pacific Ocean
Panama
Atlantic
London Ikon Gift Returns to King George Delay
An ikon of the Lord's Last Supper made for the Russian emperor by the Kobi tribe remains unclaimed in London. Though ordered by the Sultan and paid for, it cannot be given to King George as it is not an official gift. Sir John Gray Hill in Liverpool and Lady Hill helped bring the artifact to London for a possible presentation.
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Russia
Turkey
Italy
London
George
John Gray Hill
Liverpool
Mount of Olives
Jerusalem
Lady Hill
Roosevelt Offered Presidency At Washington and Jefferson
A strong report circulates that ex President Roosevelt will be offered the presidency of Washington and Jefferson College, vacant May 1 by James Moffatt. Trustees to meet him on return from South America to formally offer the post with a salary of 7400 dollars, the highest for any U.S. college head.
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Washington
Jefferson
Roosevelt
Washington and Jefferson College
Pres
James Moffatt
United States
South Amerca
Peace Body Upholds Act In Mexican Naval Showdown
In a World Peace Foundation statement chief director Edwin D. Mead said Admiral Mayo acted within international law by demanding the salute for the arrest of U S marines at Tampico. The note cites Spain France and Brazil salutations as precedents requiring negotiations before the salute is granted.
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Boston
Edwin D. Mead
World Peace Foundation
Mayo
Tampico
United States
Spain
France
Brazil
Unnatural Man to Wed in Holland Tale of Odd Inventor
New York reports Jan van der Blassbalk a forty year old former Batavia glass factory owner famed as the most artificial man. He claims to marry the most natural girl in Holland after losing much of his natural skin in a chemical explosion that gave him a cork leg and arm a rubber ear a glass eye and a wig.
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New York
Holland
Jan van der Blassbalk
Batavia
Java
van der Blassbalk
Sees After 29 Years In Atlantic City
Atlantic City, N J Harry F Smith aged seventy recovered his sight after 29 years of blindness from Civil War injuries. Doctors say the successful operation restored vision and cited the lengthy recovery ahead for the former soldier.
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Atlantic City
N. J
Harry F. Smith
Smith
Deceased After Eating Dog Heart in Chicago
A coroner's jury ruled that Fret Vostel died after eating the fried heart of his pet dog, a fatal act linked to the animal's injuries. The unusual verdict attributes the cause to the consumed organ amid a grim sequence of events in Chicago.
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Chicago
Fret Vostel
Mule's Fame Secures Him in Face of Prejudice
The Louisville Courier-Journal profiles the mule as a steadfast, hardworking animal revered since ancient times. It notes his bravery in war, humor in peace, and superior endurance in pulling loads, comparing him to famous historical figures and praising his loyal service despite human bias.
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Kipling
Panama Canal
Alexander
Indus
Tamerlane
Ganges
Hannibal
Alps
Charles Martel
Washington
Delaware
Louisville Courier-Journal
Dr Kings New Life Pills Claim Quick Blood Purge
Lifelong purifying claim for Dr Kings New Life Pills. Advert reads as mild laxative to cleanse stomach liver and kidneys, cure constipation and improve wellbeing. Sold for 25e at druggists.
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Dr. King
Notice of Administration for Lydia Outen Estate
E W Griffin admr announces qualification as administrator of Lydia Outen deceased. All claimants must present claims by May 6, 1915 at Wingate North Carolina or be barred. Debts owed should be settled promptly. Redwine and Sikeka attorneys represent the estate.
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Lydia Outen
Wingate
N. C
E. W. Griffin
Admr
Mra
Lydia
Local Markets Report Cotton Prices
The local markets list best long staple cotton best short staple and seed prices. Directory notes market activity and price ranges observed in the area.
Five Room Cottage and Lot Near Court House Sold
A broker advertises a five room cottage with a 124 foot front on a building lot in a premier city section. The property adjoins a desirable residence area and lies about three minutes from the courthouse. Contact C F Cadied for details.
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C.F. Cadied
Sale of Interest In Real Estate In Union County NC
Public auction to sell one half undivided interest of W H Peer in a Monroe tract described by boundaries at Windsor and College Streets. Sale June 13, 1914 at 12 o'clock at Monroe court house for cash. Also a second sale: 40 acre home place of Sallie R Ghent in Jackson Township, Union County, on Cane Creek, bounded by J J McCain and Elijah Tyson. Sale at 12 o'clock at the Monroe court house.
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Thos. J. Shaw
Superior Court
Union County
W. H. Peer
Sikes Company
Court House
Monroe
N. C
Cas
City of
Jas. A. Stewart
Windsor and
College Sts
Windsor St. 136 Fc
Windsor St
Colk
Mra J. DL Fateh
College St
Witdsor St
A. ©. Comatzer
E. M. Comatzer
Davie County
Joanna Powe
John
Sike
Redwine
Superior Court of
Savings Loan & Trust Co
Sallie R. Ghent
James M. Baker
North Carolina
Jackson Township
J.J. McCain
State of North Carolina
Cane Creek
J. J. McCain
J. J. Mc
Monroe Band and Keystone Pictures at the Friday show
A bustling program features the Monroe Band performing music and a slate of Keystone pictures including Robert Romeo Repaid Golden Cross Rival Barbers The Mystery Lady Their Best Friend and The Carbon Copy plus The Green Eyed Devil two reels. Friday night promises music and entertaining dramas with Thanhouser and a moral twist.
Political Announcements for Local and State Offices
The Journal will publish free campaign announcements from candidates. JN Price announces for Union County Sheriff subject to the Democratic primary. McNeely announces for State Senate. J W Griffith for Sheriff. Robert N Page seeks the Democratic nomination for the Sixty-fourth Congress Seventh District in North Carolina with primary May 16 1914.
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State Senate
McNeely
Congress
North Carolina
Robert N. Page
Union County Candidates Announce for Local Offices
A. Houston urged as ideal candidate for Representative with legal knowledge and integrity. C. E. Houston declares candidacy for Clerk of the Court in Union county. W G Long enters race for Senator. R L Brown seeks Solicitor of the Thirteenth Judicial District in Albemarle for Democratic Convention approval.
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Union County
Thirteenth Judicial District
Y R. Lane Brown
Albemarle, N. C
Cotton Weigher and Local Office Candidates in Monroe
Multiple candidates announce for Monroe positions including cotton weigher and Clerk of the Superior Court. Names include R. W. Lemmond Jerry C. Laney Luther Williams John W. Broom Jas. F. McManus H. B. Adams Jr. All entries state candidacy is subject to Democratic primary or party rules.
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Clerk Superior Court
Monroe
Luther Williams
John W. Broom
Democratic Party
Jas. F. McManus
H. B, Adams, JR
Union County political candidate announcements list
A series of candidate notices from Union County include Mary R. B. Cuthbertson for County Commissioner. W A Eubanks and Henry M. Presson announcing candidacies for Representative and Cotton Weigher respectively. Bartley Helms announcing for Solicitor subject to Democratic primary. The items reflect party primary actions and typical local electoral declarations.
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Union County
R. B. Cuthbertson
Monroe
Henry M. Presson
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Theodore Roosevelt
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Mule
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Keystone
Monroe Band
Robert Romeo
Thanhouser
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Monroe Orchestra
ROYAL
Jn, Price
J. W. Griffith
A. Houston
General Assembly
Dave Houston
Houston
C. E. Houston
Senate
W. G. Long
Winchester
Jerry C. Laney
Recorder
Seem
Howie
J. M. Pairley
W. A. Eubanks
Bartley Helms
B. V. D. Underwear
Nassiff & Joseph
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