Congress Hearing Probes Wheat Market Control
Rep Manahan of Minnesota urged a special committee be appointed to investigate alleged manipulation of wheat prices by Chicago and Duluth boards of trade and the Minneapolis Chamber of Commerce. The panel would probe ownership, warehouses, elevators, and all means affecting price, with findings routed to the attorney general. A separate deficit appropriation bill totaling $60,639,357 was reported, including $2.69 million for the Panama Canal and $2.008 million for parcel post needs.
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Washington
Congress
Mabekan
Minnodola
Ueca
Apncial
Chicago
Duluth
Towa
Nebraska
Dakotas
Chicago of Trade
Minneapolis Chain of Commerce
Duluth Board of Trade
Agid Manston
Minnesota
Phe Bolle
Congresa
Panama Canal
Cherlea Spitzka Dies at 23 Noted Neurologist and Alienist
An obituary notes the death of Cherlea Spitzka at age 23. It mentions her status and likely contributions in neurology and alienism, referencing a bequest or estate details and the era's medical context.
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York
Baward
Cherlea Spitzka
Union of South Africa
Federal
Ay Rois i Ibd Cneaver
Stn
Pega
Beny Thorne
Wil
Aaa al Dap Pia Ag Prae
Tangnortalion Anguelity, Re
Amicable Divorce Granted in Mackay Case in Paris
New York report says Clarence Mackay telegraph magnate obtained a French decree of divorce in Paris. Both parties may remarry, with Mrs Mackay and Mr Mackay having recently traveled abroad. The split stems from a long strain linked to Mrs Mackay and Dr Joseph A Mackay, with alimony details unclear.
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New York
Clarence Mackey
Avorce
Paris
Staoahfeld
Br. Mackay
Brm
Coudert Frerta
Mre. Mackay
Mackey
Mackeyu
Joseph A. Alake
Mackay
Maclays
Blake
Mackay Wan Mies
Katharine Dugr
Shoe
Will Repeal Free Tolls Amid Canal Toll Debate
Washington February 23 Senate and House members moved to deny immediate administration control over Panama Canal tolls and arbitration treaties The Champerlaty Amendment to restrict Monroe Doctrine interpretation was debated with a 40 to 15 vote signaling strident partisan contention over Asia and allied issues.
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Wishington
Witedn
Congresc Inta, Inc
Panama Canal
Senate
Apnata
Wesalon
Asiaty
CAIGAGO BANK IN TROUBLE FRAUD CHARGES FILED
A lawsuit filed February 21 accuses Joseph Bio of inducing purchase of stock in an American Banking company. The complaint alleges the bank was incorporated for $500,000 with $300,000 paid in cash and faults president John W. Worthington as chief defendant. Miss Sindye McMillan wed February 21, with details unclear due to damaged text.
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Caigago. Bank
Joseph
Storkholdery
Ichitexgo
Amérisan
John’ W. Worthingten
Pagle
Nemad
Alilef
McTha
Secretaries Demand Immediate Probe After Benton Murder
Report from Washington states Secretary Bryan ordered an instant inquiry into the death of W. S. Benton at Juarez. Villa blamed and a planned El Paso meeting to protest his actions was thwarted by police fears of riot as details remain unclear.
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Secretary of State
Wyle Benton
Juarez
Polton
el Paso
Washington
Bryan
Hilling
Benton
Maglish
al Juareau
Mexico
Tha. Tebel
White House
Conwal Edwards
Cecil Spring-Ride
Bryan Lohak
Waa
Hie
Villa
Hac
Ville
Pawo
Lex
Witlay
mHilougira Vancholyner
Rapetaco Villa
Chihuahua City
Wanguelmeda
Tha
Gore Acquitted in Oklahoma Damage Suit
Thomas Pryor Gore United States Senator from Oklahoma was acquitted of a $60 000 damage suit brought by Minnie H Bond. The jury returned not guilty after five minutes in a case that triggered a court room uproar. Gore stood embraced by his wife as the verdict was read.
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City
Okla
Thomas Pryor Gore
United States
Oklahoma
Minnie H. Bond
Clark
Lodaa
Balllifs
Gore Wee
Bond
Tragic Streetcar Crash Kills Four in Indianapolis
A streetcar on Tennessee Avenue in Indianapolis collided between heavy traction cars, killing four aboard and injuring many as passengers were returning home from the business district. The accident occurred near Virginia Avenue and South Street on a steep grade, with several vehicles involved and numerous people requiring medical care.
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Indianapoli
Ind
Virginia Avenue
South Street
Columbus & Gouthurn
Lorge Indianapelly & Cincinnaty Traction
Smgler
Parsons
Will Open Canal by July 1
Washington reports Gen. Goothale stated the Panama Canal would open to more ocean ships by July 1 barring unforeseen accidents. He opposes tolls on eastbound traffic, fearing reduced canal revenue and benefits only to canal owners. He warned against treaty rotations and cautioned about potential capture of the canal.
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Washington
Pep
Wi Goothale
Param
Tne
Ing.oy
Sinal
The Harsh Judge At Dinner Defends Harsh Sentences
A private dinner sees a judge defend strict sentencing, arguing it better serves law and order. He cites nature as a harsher judge, asserting punishment should align with severity to deter crime and maintain social order.
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Nature
Cure for Facial Pimples Promised by Soap Ointment
A 1914 Chicago area reader reports relief from facial pimples after using Cuticura Soap and Ointment. The testimonial claims washing with the products produced clear skin within two days and a complete cure in three weeks.
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Juda Knowles
Shin
Cuticura
Heaton
Agy
Four Men Freezer: Cystagua Sunk Off Italy
Four crewmen rescued after the bark Cystagua runs aground on rocks near Cplioon's Hallow Italy while carrying 1100 tons of fertilizer bound for Weymouth. Captain Guigeppl drowned. High tides and heavy seas hindered rescue on the Neptune coast near Maas Web. Alleged union news from Chicago reports.
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Maas
Web
Bavona
Italy
Wey
Cplioon
Gid Palmer
Fragmentary OCR Note Reflects Troubled Dialogue
A fractured OCR excerpt shows garbled dialogue about a political party and behavior. Names and context are unclear, but the text hints at confusion over actions and intention. The passage resembles a stray archival fragment rather than a complete article.
Sympathy and a distant gaze at a nation’s change
An elderly man recalls forty five years in the country and encounters a schoolgirl's gymnastic display at home. He asks a passing boy about the activity and learns the term gymnastics. The scene reflects nostalgia and wonder at modern life and education.
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