Chicago bankers seek Federal Reserve director post
George M. Reynolds, president of the Continental and Commercial National Bank, announces candidacy for Class A director in Group 1 of Chicago district banks. With 47 banks in the district and Group 1 limited to 18 banks with capitalization of 120000 or more, Reynolds’ bid faces competition from J. B. Forgan of First National. A local bankers committee studies how to back Reynolds, and nominations will be decided by 957 bank electors casting ballots for the district’s Reserve Bank directors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George M. Reynolds
Continental and Commercial National Bank
Federal Reserve Bank
Chicago
Continental and Commercial
Reynold
Chicarro
Cbrisider
Reynolds
B. Forgan
First National
Sam Langford tale of a brother aiding a county Clare fight
The story recounts Sam Langford narrating as he seconded his brother Joe against a Trishman. Joe fights valiantly despite believing he sees his dead brother and struggles as the opponent knocks him down many times in the first round.
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Sam Langford
Sam
County Clare
Joe
Brudder
Ham
Cleveland Fire Loss Hits 1.6 Million and Viaduct Closure
The Cleveland May 25 26 fire devastates the wholesale lumber district with 450 feet of the Contra viaduct burned and two railroad bridges destroyed. Losses include Central viaduct 1, Ringling Brothers circus 360,000 to 100,000, Saginaw Bay Lumber 250,000, Big Four 40,000, Fisher Wilson 500,000 and others totaling about 1.6 million. The Central viaduct will be closed for a year.
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Cleveland
Cleveland, D
Contra
Central Viaduct
Nickel Mate
Fisher & Wilson Lumber Company
Big Four Railroad
Saginaw Bay Lumber Company
Ringling Brothers’ Circus
Cleveland Elevator Company
The Dominant Right and Left Handedness Debate
A discussion on the history and science of left handedness, its social stigma, and the long effort to shift people from left to right. It notes the prevalence of left handed individuals worldwide, the harm caused by forcing right handedness, and the misnaming of dexterity with moral judgments.
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Tal
Onc Omong
Clyit
Teast
United States
Foot of the Greek Got Footnote on Bunions in Art
A British Museum survey of pedal extremities in ancient sculpture notes the Disk Thrower and Farnese Apollo reveal bunionlike deformities. It suggests coins and bunions may have been common among ancient Greeks, challenging idealized foot models used in art schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
British Museum
Apollo
Remarkable Century at Sea for William M. Starr
William M. Starr, a famed figure in the Association of Oldest Inhabitants of Washington, reportedly lived one hundred years with no physician or medicines. Born in Virginia in 1807, his birthplace later stood near the Bull Run battle sites.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William M. Starr
Washington
Virginia
Bull Run
Two Towns in the Federal League Paying
Brooklyn reporters note lumpy finances across six of eight Federal League towns. Only Baltimore and Chicago show revenue while early campaign expenses remain unmatched. Teams burn cash with little income and high debt, testing backers’ willingness to sustain several clubs.
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THE
Federal League
Brooklyn
Baltimore
Chicago
Johnson Misses Speed in Navy and Uproars Over Order
A scrambled Albany Journal excerpt discusses Johnson missing speed in crucial play, Navy alcohol policy under Secretary Daniels, and a destroyer Capeall achieving 166 knots in a trip. It notes controversy over official interference and high command decisions.
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Ana
Summer Style for Women Features Roman Stripes and Silk
A fashion note describes women’s summer attire with Roman stripes in blue and cope, silk used for tunle and facings, rich old gold and night blue serge, a frog-closed coat, serge frogs, verde buttons, black moire collar with silk tassels, a plain skirt with a draped front, and a hematitched white linen vest.
Grateful Arrangement of the Filmy Scarf
The article extols scarf design using varied materials and draping styles. It notes shapely, adjustable forms with hoods and loops enhancing grace for any figure and serving as a fashion device to renew worn shawls.
A Skirt and Blouse Fashion Description
A sulphur yellow chiffon blouse features a lace neck frill and black velvet ribbon casings at neck and sleeves. The skirt, in black cote-de-cheval, is plain on one side and draped on the other, with a satin girdle and seam detailing described as tearing under the edge.
Purple in Fashion for Spring Wear Warned to Suit Complexion
The article argues purple will be a spring fashion but warns women to consider eye color and complexion before wearing it. Women with light blue or pale gray eyes and sallow skin should avoid purple, while those with darker features may achieve a more favorable effect.
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FED
Reserve Bank
HI Brother
Johnson
Victor Johnon
Gee Johnson
Daniels
Lyon
Alrent
Albany Journal
Conrante Kaeadi To
United Products Mfg
Michigan Ave
Ill
Aifeniuum
Maelowud
Callon
Toledo
DR. Watkins
Summit Street
Story & Clark Piano Co
State St
Washington Blvd
Detroit, Mich
Woodward Avenue
Aieard Ac & Moving
National Silk Co
Woodward Ave
Detroit
Mich
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