Revival of "Twenty-one" at Cranford Club Sparks Debate
A local review describes the revived play "Twenty-one" at the Cranford Club as a wholesome, comradeship filled production with strong character work by Nestor Lennon and a pivotal love plot involving Phyllis and Dick Carewe. The reviewer notes a controversial scene has been altered for the English revival and highlights themes of sacrifice and fidelity amid a four-man romantic plot.
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Cranford
Eta
Nestor Lennon
Chi Charney
Phyllis
Mah
Joey Hocking
Dick Carewe
Abe
Doctor Man
England
Coffee claims and health myth busting by Postum testimonials
Readers share experiences linking coffee to nervousness digestive issues and heart palpitations. A plains resident reports improved health after switching to Postum coffee substitute, noting weight loss and calmer nerves. Several testimonials praise Postum as a healthful alternative and dismiss coffee as sole cause of ailments.
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Pena
Peetem
Notable Cast Elevates Lennon's Richard Carewe Play
A detailed review praises the cast led by Jacues Martin as Waddles and Hubert Robson as the soldier. Willian H. Sadler as the doctor and Dora Booth as Phyllis receive high marks for presence and execution. OK Dick’s lead roles and the supporting players, including Miss Jane Wheatly, are commended. The troupe is called superior to last season with a near perfect company.
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Lennon
Richard Carewe
Jacques Martin
Hubert Robson
Willian H. Sadler
H. Budiey Hawley
Dora,Booth
Phyllis
Mian
Jenne Martin
Jane
Wheatly
Torch to go out on Bedloe Island beacon in New York
New York reports the Liberty torch light on Bedloe Island will be extinguished around March 1 190X. The beacon has burned since Bartholdi gifted the statue to the United States, but lack of congressional action ends the project. An official notice to mariners from the Treasury Department warns mariners.
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New York
Liberty
Bedloe Island
New York Bay
Barthold
United States
Lehthouse Board
Treaury Department
Washington
Carnegie Gifts Highlight Public Library Support in New York
In New York on February 14 Andrew Carnegie was celebrated for his generous gift to public libraries. Prominent writers attended a reception honoring his philanthropy and the creation of a new library foundation. Speakers included Dr Jobs Shaw Burns and Professor Calvin Thomas, praising Carnegie for funding libraries across cities and towns.
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New York
Andrew Carnegie
Oruminar ‘Plebt
Carnegie
St. Andrew Unaiversity
Aberdeen
Scotland
Calvin Thoman
Columbe College
Citt
Jobs Shaw Burnes
Scottish University
Feud
Casneate
Ted
New Shin Crean
World's Fair Delegation Plans Atlantic Invasion Tour
St Louis February 14 final plans set for a World’s Fair delegation tour to push exhibits funding. Governor Dockery, Mayor Wels, Exposition President Francie, and Aphil Busch lead dinners and receptions in New York Albany Trenton Providence Boston. They depart February 22 and meet legislatures en route February 24 to 27.
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Boston Commercial Club
Sigonquin Club
Man to Die Soon in Minnesota Gallows Enclosure
Sheriff completes enclosure around gallows in Chaska for execution of Andrew Tapper on February 14. Condemned man in deplorable health has not eaten for a week and attempted suicide multiple times by lamp glass, pin pricks, and suspender blows. He is closely guarded and spends much time reading the Bible.
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Chaska
Minn
Johnson
Andrew Tapper
Bimir
Himeelf
Forewarned Forearmed Blood Purifier Ad Promises Health
An Atlanta GA mail order advertisement touts S S S as a blood purifier and tonic made from roots and herbs. It claims to strengthen circulation, aid digestion, and cure various blood and skin troubles. It invites readers to send for a free book and to write physicians about their case.
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Kelly
Urbana
Swift Specific CO
Atlamta, GA
Local notes mix civic events and political chatter
Fragmented urban chronicle recalls political contests in Shawnee delegation race and city council tensions. Mentions Hargis bill, Washburn college pledges, Ken Adventist revival, and Mayoral-Snyder dispute shaping spring elections. Includes French department humor and local civic notes.
Open split in Reich customs committee ends chair resignation
Berlin Feb 14 reports a broad split in the Reich customs committee after ongoing disagreements and several incidents. The chair, Baron Von Kariorff, has resigned amid the divisions among the agrarian leaders and frequent political clashes.
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Reichweak
Baron von Kariorff
Agra ‘Rian Lealers
Bandit Hunters to Wage War of Extermination in New Mexico
El Paso February 14. Under Governor Otero the sheriffs of Guadalupe Union Lincoln and Chaves counties organize selected men to hunt down the Jack Musgrove band. A war on the outlaws is anticipated as they are said to shelter in the Capitan mountains. The governor urges ending the reign of terror and will seek rewards for those instrumental in capturing and convicting the brigands.
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el Paso
Tex
Otero
New Mexico
Guadaloupe
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Lincoln
Chaves Countes
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Caprian
Santa Fe Plans New Roswell to El Paso Line
The vice president and general manager of the Pecos Valley railroad semi-officially announced that Santa Fe, owner of the Pecos Valley road, will build a line from Roswell New Mexico to El Paso. The route would compete with the Rock Island line that recently cut two miles of track. Santa Fe inspectors completed tests on the Fly Grande and Sierra Madre from El Paso to Nueva Casas Grandes, with possible purchase of the line pending. Found Dead in His Office. Chicago Feb 14. Peter Buschwah, a pioneer Chicago real estate dealer, was found dead in his office. The body sat upright on a chair with feet on a desk. Police say suicide. He once amassed a fortune but is said to have given it away to charities recently.
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New Mexico
Chicago
Peter Buschwah
Busehwat
Wes
Price of Seats Declines in New York Exchange
New York stock exchange membership prices show a dip as a single sale records the figure. The peak price cited is fifty thousand dollars, set a few weeks earlier, with observers noting the limited sale activity. Chicago council backs mayor's streetcar reform, requiring popular vote to ratify franchise ordinances before becoming law.
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New York Es Exchange
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Aw York Stock Exchange
Chicuko
Harrison
Ate
Bargain Sale Ads for Coats Mittens Corsets and Notions
A cluttered sale listing highlights discounts on ladies long coats rag Jans and wool mittens with prices up to 39c for various items. Also advertised are corsets belts hose curlers and hair brushes with assorted values, mentioning American Model Form Corsets and a range of notions and fancy goods.
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Aneboek Secererese
Governor’s Handkerchief Bazaar Request Sets Tone
Governor Stanley honors a church bazaar request that would have sent his handkerchiefs as gifts to raise money. His private secretary Luther Burns drafts courteous replies to frequent pleas while the governor avoids direct involvement. The latest appeal seeks a handkerchief with special significance, tempting a charitable sale at a church event.
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Stanley
Wvernor
Luther Burns
Governor Decides on Handkerchief for Bazaar Request
A governor rejects a basic bid for a handkerchief request tied to a bazaar, with a peculiar twist. A woman who asked for the item is expected to receive the handkerchief while a legal fee and stamped envelopes are cited in the casual exchange.
Wealthiest western mining heir refuses sale offer
Salt Lake report says a son of a prominent western mining man, noted for vast wealth, reportedly offered no military or financial backing and a large sum for a property, but the owners refused to part with it.
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Utah
Tribune
Spokane
West
Unclear fragment hints at Milners and Be Be career notes
Fragmentary text mentions Milners inform Be Be may stay or retire, with unclear context about wealth and relationships. The garbled lines reference names like Beare and Baers and a doght pairen, making determination of concrete facts impossible.
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