Surviving World War I pension figures questioned
A New York Times article questions the pension system for wartime survivors and widows, citing 727 122 survivors in current numbers against 947 542 drawing pensions. It details alleged abuses, reports on deserters and the spread of pension fraud, and includes figures for pensions and dependents, arguing many listed as survivors may not deserve payments.
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York
Alt Chusten
Reuters
Rueniig
Rcd
Aden Ting
Mideuses
Hubert P Deter
Oliers
Witte Wits
James Bry
Rieve
Marie
Penaton
Aeuthers
Une Como
Shete Hareir Miteker
Foltdvraing Eiieuersraaier
Bebdieine Seputors
Trewanirs
Shere Stirivare
Sherine Demanifing
Piers Alrakwink
The
Deere Burrai
Mckintey
Anawa
Prohibition Parcel Debate Moves to Public Vote in South Carolina
In Columbia on December 24, lawmakers urge relief through a public vote on Prohibition measures. Debates center on dispensery funding, county allocations, and state control of liquor sales. A serious question remains if a 66 percent win is possible and whether an election will be scheduled in January.
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Columbia S.C
Colne
Gussets
Oleo Law Opinion At Issue In Maury County Case
In St Paul, Der Judie Tauvhren as deel opines that oil embargo law in Maury County conflicts with the state constitution. Assistant Attorney General Edgarai and Jury Crainieiutier Anéieok nbss assist as inspectors from Armour Co. faced warrants and court action. The ruling indicates Armour Co. claims rightful possession of oleo, while the state supreme court previously upheld the pink law.
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Gepertmene Wicsod & Car
Werthin Eirias Frm
Armour & Co
Dalit
Armour
United States
Sc Reme Our
Atdee Lewis
Oleu- Miursarie
Pillsbury’s Profits Reported At Two Million
Chas A Pitts Dory resigns as manager of the milling syndicate based in St Paul Minnesota, after claiming U.S. wheat profits soared to two million dollars. Pillsbury declines to discuss fortunes, citing confinement and pressure. The control shifts from Pillsbury to Alfred Little, linked to the British interests who have long directed the operation.
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St. Paul
Minn
Chas
A. Pitts- Dory
Pillsbury
Afeiry Little
Baroness Blan Denied Name Use on Theater Bills
A New York injunction bars Baroness Blan from using her name on theater bills. The permanent order targets a performer linked to ex-husband Divoene, amid legal action involving Mes Ettasheth Lawrenor and Seroners Educ. New programs must replace the name as the case proceeds.
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New York
Che
Junction
ex-Judes Divoene
Garon Blane
Mes
Ettasheth Lawrenor
Beter Kien
Seroners
Educ
Harahess
Uxide
Blane
Chileues
Helen Gould's Curio Collector and Wheelbarrow Heirloom
Helen Gould, a collector of curios in New Fork, cherishes artifacts tied to Jay Gould and the family’s humble beginnings. Her latest acquisition is an old wheelbarrow said to have wheeled through road-improvement projects in the state nearly a century ago, linking wealth to modest origins.
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New Fork
Amc
St —Anss
Gould
Jay Gould
Dras
Bryan and Sibley in 1900 Democratic ticket stance
Bailey of Texas names his presidential ticket for 1900. From Musburg Pennsylvania December 2 Congress notes Joseph Bales and ex-tinareseman Jantoh Sisley discuss the Democratic nomination. Sibley declares he will not accept any other office and backs Bryan for president with the Chicago platform. He predicts the national convention will nominate Bryan and Sibley within forty hours.
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Bryan
Sibley
Bailey
Texas
Musburg
Congress
Josephe Bales
Tinareseman Jantoh
Sisley
Nlight
Halley
Washington
Chicago
Stites
Fripkilm
Silley Sys
Pennsylvania
Lew
Baller
Tle Wiltath
J. Bryani
Joseeph
Siblex
Dellieva
Hardy
Democrat
Rupe
Wdjoubn
Savannah Business Men Protest Appointment of Negro Official
A Savannah meeting of local business leaders denounces the potential appointment of a Black man as collector of the port. Resolutions condemn racial integration and call for active protest against appointing Negroes, naming J. H. Davidux as a target and urging citizens to unite in opposition.
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Savannah
Dee
Neeny Pont
Cnnquerer
Hank
Senate
J. H. Davidux
Game for Pueblo Poor Quail and Praine Chickens Confiscated
Game wardens from Denver, with Deputy Williford, examined butcher shops in Pueblo to uncover a shipment of quail and prairie chickens from Kansas destined for illegal sale. The birds were seized and distributed to the poor under the law, with authorities continuing investigations and securing evidence.
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Kansas
Der
Mtc
Lean
Denver
Puetle Fom Kunens
Williford
Miietts
Dimimisatur Hasta
Pt, and Found A Quantity of Qual Ded He Ollleken Sent In From Kensus Ronfisen
Bridge Makers' Trust Forming for National Mill
Cleveland Tec reports that bridge manufacturers are forming a trust to build a vast rolling mill for common use. The proposed capital is 15 million dollars, with member companies maintaining control interests and sharing in the venture’s profits. The goal is centralized production and pricing for the bridge industry.
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Cleveland
Uecermin
Suck
Quay Heads to Florida with Son and Senator West
Senator Quay travels to Florida for a villa visit accompanied by Senator West of Missouri. Quay’s son Rick joins the trip and plans to return in time for Congress reconvening on January 3.
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Senator West
Washington
Der
Senator Quayen
Florida Villa
Grainades
Veat
NO FAITH CURE STUARTS DYSPEPSIA TABLETS AD
An early 20th century advertisement promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets claiming faith aids healing and detailing how the product supports digestion. It touts relief from indigestion nervous troubles and stomach issues, urging readers to mail for free literature and noting price at 30 cents per package.
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Steart
Stuart
Cates
Stuart Co
Marshall, Mich
Burlingtons New Observation Vestibuled Trains Feature Wide Sightings
A handsome set of white decoration vestibulated trains are described as cutting at Mariington’s drops. They offer travel from the Mississippi River to St Louis, with wide observation vestibules and standard sleeper cars. The announcement credits Howard Elliott and L. Wakeley as officials, urging readers to ask ticket agents for a descriptive flyer and noting the trains’ complete vestibule design for all classes.
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Mariington
St Louls
Siesourt
Denver
Mixcourt
Aga Ae Lown
Chicago
Howard Elliott
St. Joseph
Wakeley
Agost
St Louis
Sto
No More Charivaris Policing Bride and Groom
Police appealed to protect Fred Zalan and his new wife after a wedding in Cleveland Ohio. Neighbors reportedly opposed the union, sending hostile notices and leaving objectionable items on the couple’s doorstep while the bride and groom faced social backlash. Authorities acted to shield the couple amid local disapproval.
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Polies
Teveland
Fred Zalan
Tone
Pingree Mileage Book Case in Michigan Central Ruling
Michigan Central explains why Pingree should be denied use of a mileage ticket book for his family. The company argues honoring the request would violate internal policy and incite cost burdens across the system while suggesting commitment to a contract with the state.
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Michigan Central
Detroit
Des
Pingree
Bute
Campany
Sodislention
Topeka Santa Fete Fare to All Kansas Points
A one round trip fare to the Santa Fete from Topeka covers all Kansas points within the dol mavs on December 24. The price is 3 dollars and 31 cents with an 18 percent discount for Jak wury and JK Pickets limited to January 4. Tickets to various points east of the Missouri River are included.
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Topeka
Kansas
Jakwury
Tiberay Ganesssians
Missouri River
Holiday Excursion Plans For 26 Mile Round Trip Travel
Holiday excursion details announce a 26 mile round trip at a special fare with tickets on sale December 24. The notice lists Fulton Depot as the agent and mentions final sale dates January 4.
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Lair
Lewwis
Fulton
Two Big Fires Wreck Chicago and Cleveland Buildings
Fire in Chicago at 191 Madison street basement amid a natural gas explosion tore through the five story structure housing Toset Cafe and Millerd parlor. Dozens injured, Captain O’Connor seriously burned, panic spread as windows and walls blew free and fires raced through the building. In Cleveland a business center blaze destroyed power and Wilshire blocks on Frankfort and Superior streets, with losses near a million dollars. J. B. Perkins owned multiple six story brick blocks heavily damaged, many tenants uninsured, while a Hennepin gas blast disrupted downtown activity and caused extensive damage including the Century building and Hudson furniture stock losses.
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Cleveland, O
Sire
Welock
Frankfort Street
J.B. Perkins
Wilshire Block
Perkins
Frontlig
Superior Street
Joker É Co
Johns
J. L. Hudson
Wilshire
Bunet
J. & Perkine
Blackstone
NG. Perkine
Perkine
Hc House
Century Burfain
Power
Tnaurance Nfeut
McPetters
Fire Department
Wis
Grewaa Whider Central
Ate Oelook
Chita
Madison Street
Toset Cafe and Restaurant
Frank Mussee
Thomas Oconnor
Lttle Wbert
Avarade
Munsey
Sweeney
Tront
Dearborn and
Stadiaert
Marrs Hbsentehl
Eax
Coif
Puller
Supreme Court of the
United States
Chamberlain
Bagley
Ancient Shekel Coin Valued At Five Thousand To Six Thousand
In St Paul Minnesota on December 4 Charles Huno and J J Shragse of Winnipes are postensors of a rate coin. The Jewish silver Shekel, intrinsically about 63 cents and the size of a half dollar, bears Aaron's rod and manna with Hebrew inscriptions. Experts note authenticity depends on a mark near manna. The coin, likely minted by Simon Maccabeus about 140 BCE, is held in a safety vault with a joint two-person interest. The Numismatic Bank of Boston estimates it at 5,000 to 6,000 dollars, awaiting replies from Great Britain.
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St. Paul
Minn
Charlesiuno Aml
J. J. Shragse
Winnipes
Nuuisinsits
Aaron
Jerusalem the Holy
Simon Maccabeus
Numismatic Bank of Boston
Great Britain
Pension Granted to Widow of Civil War Soldier Knudsen
Washington reports a widow of Knud Knudsen, a Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry veteran who died October 14 1885, receives a pension with arrears dating back to his death. The pension office notes the widow, never in Norway after emigrating in 1881, applied Aug 31 189? and that laws limited start of benefits to the soldier’s death date, affecting retroactive amounts.
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Washington
Knud Knudsen
Norway
Knudsen
Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry
Sulders
Battleship Maine Firing On Suspected Filibusters Off Key West
Key West reporting battleship Maine opened fire on suspected filibusters off the Florida coast. After commands to halt, a second volley caused the craft to yield, boarding and clearance followed. ammunition was found and the ships were allowed to proceed. The incident hints at planned expedition activity near the island.
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Maine
Key West
Fla
Uncle
Michigan factories see fewer accidents under strict enforcement
In Lansing, Chief Factory Inspector Cox reports average monthly pay toll at Mont Bun Factories near nine million dollars last year. There were 340 factories active, with 20 idle and 2 not running full time. Total employment reached 117,081, with 4,?irical injury figures noted as decreased due to stricter factory inspection law enforcement.
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Lansing
Mich
Mont Bun
Cox
Wits
St Johns Lodge to Promote Oliver H. Po Meimon t
Newport Rhode Island December meets St Johns Lodge No 1 Masons prom otes Oliver H Po Meimon t from junior warden to senior warden next Monday night. Belmont poised to become Worshipful Master next year after rapid rise in the order. Local note includes testimonial on Chamberlains Cough and Cold Medicines with Anaheim purchaser Curtis Vieck endorsing it. Drug stores offer 35 and 60 cent sizes.
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Newport
St John's Lodge No
Jean Bouheld
Oliver H. Po Meimont
Belmont
Chamberlain
Calle
Chetera
Datehorsemeds
Curtis Vieck
Anaheim
California
Wxo
Union Pacific Route Promises Fast Travel and Luxe Comfort
The Union Pacific advertises passage through cities in Colorado Wyoming and Utah with service to Denver Cheyenne Sun Lake City San Francisco Portland and Puget Sound towns. It touts quick time unequaled service Pullman sleepers and reclining chair cars plus free sleeping-car accommodations and timetable pamphlets. For schedules fares or information contact City Ticket Agent Lewis at TEENS Depot.
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Union Pacific
Reuss
Colorado
Wyoming
Utah
Denver
Cheyenne
Sun Lake City
San Francisco
Portland
Puget Sound
FA. Lewis
Colorado Stock Growers Barbecue Aims to Feed 10000
Denver reports the National Rock Growers convention barbecue will feed at least 10,000 with extensive preparations. committees plan beef, sheep, elk, deer meat counts, bread, cheese, and many waiters. Notable figures include D H W Moffat Myron Reed and Mayor McMurray coordinating duties for the event.
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Colorado
Denver
Davis
Toler
D. H W. Moffat
Myron Reed
Wolf Londoner
Mayor McMurray
Joe Lewin
Ivy
Grant
tuLon
Walter
How to Prevent Pneumonia and Cough Remedies
A 19th century advertisement touts Charstirinin's Cough Remedy as a cure for coughs and a preventive for pneumonia. It claims nationwide acceptance, urges readers to keep it on hand, and lists a 25 cent to 40 cent price range with druggists offering the product. Nearby mentions discuss heavy snow impact and related weather concerns, alongside another ad for Lindize eye cream and a Warren drugstore source.
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Amotie Sheming
Theowind
Weil
Rates Out in Two by the Santa Fe Azion
The Atchisen Topeka Santa Fe announces passenger ticket sales for excursion trips with round trips from Tupels to Deceit 24 25 and January at Tech. fare details include return dates and special promos. The announcement mentions various travel dates and prices amid broader railway service notes and local conditions.
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Atchisen
Topeka
Raisay
Poiete
Kanser
Niles of Tupels
Aan
Jaakury F Tech
Ucketey
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