Protests Grow Over Hemp Trade and Philippine Ports
A garbled report outlines protests by prominent cordage manufacturers against hemp exports from Northern Luzon ports. It notes the Philippines ports Calbayor Legaspi and others would face restricted trade if exports continue, with war secretary DMelieisohn defending hemp’s role amid mounting concerns over illicit pricing and national interests.
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York
Hng
Ollm
Hein Hare
Prominift Cordiae Manufacturare
Dmelieisohn
Aswletint
Phillane
Settlement Likely In Santa Fe Labor Talks
Grievances of Santa Fe workers may not ignite trouble as talks between General Manager Mtutke and officials resume. A settlement is expected before week’s end with conductor and Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen watchers noting progress. Santa Fe officials refuse a general wage increase though some climbs in pay may be granted in particular cases.
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Santa Fe
Mtutke
Sante Lote Upeka
Chicas Mining
City of
Trattway
Te Ie
Chicago
Topeion
al Hough
Tith
First trip over new electric line near Kansas City
The first trial run on the new electric line between Kansas City and Leavenworth occurred yesterday under chief engineer Heddun. Workers presented a celebration as Dit spoke. auditor Dangerously DL Des Moines attended from Des Moines, and San Francisco was cited for travel news. Priestley gave remarks as the event highlighted modern railway progress.
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Kansas City
Leavenworth Road
Leavenworth
Jan
Tows
Des Moines
Prink
Mer- Pint
Tosi
Danmer
San Francipes
Towa
San Francisco
Postum a Coffee Alternative Salvation for Headaches
A reader recounts monthly coffee use causing headaches and stomach upset. After trying Postum, the taste improved after twenty minutes and headaches stopped. The letter claims the switch cured frequent ailments over months and mentions Detroit contact details for information.
Fifty Mile Northwestern Run Without Engineer Tragedy
Cedar Rapids January 2 The Northwestern rail line ran fifty miles last night without an engineer. A misstep by Enginerr Et Fiske caused the train to derail after he fell from the cab unnoticed by the fireman. Fiske died hours later in a local hospital.
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Cedar Rapids
Pevreland
Wey Tan
Nuane
Iversan
Trac
Berrinnen
Mechanicsville
Enginerr
Fiske
Honeymoon In Cuba Ties Couple In Cleveland Ceremony
Cincinnati January 2 The wedding joined Southern Pacific traffic manager Fullmad to Miss Lucila Beeson of Fern Bank at Church of the East Son. Rev C D Wits officiated with groomsman EB G S McCormick and bridesmaid, the bride’s sister. The couple will honeymoon in Cuba then make Houston home.
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Cincinnati
Southern Pacific
Lucila
JG. Beeson
Fern Bank
Church of the East Son
EB. G S McCormick
Southern
C.D. Wits
Six Month Delay in Swiss Arbitration Award
Washington Herald reports official notes from Berne indicate the Swiss tribunal will not decide the Portipat arbitration over the Delagoa Bay rail line for six months to a year. Officials say delays are due to a tribunal member's private duties, not the South African war, and that despite possible territorial transfers the claim amount remains due when awarded.
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New York
San Z
Washington
Anya
Berne
Syitaer
Jnc
Chams
Portipat
Dslagoa Bey
Bealdes
Swlesjariita
Han Heap
Hae
South Africa
Toby Mesten
Sab
Clalmante
Dr Peters Claims Ophir Found in African Ruins
The Times reports Dr Carl Peters plans return to England around mid December with staff to verify ancient ruins near Umtall and Zambesi. He argues evidence supports a 200 year old Ophir link and cites medieval inscriptions, while noting the region remains sparsely inhabited and largely unexcavated.
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Peters
Ophir
London ‘Times
Carl Peters
Jeter
Wintall
England
Umtete
Macombe
Zambeni
Uimtall
Reuter
Carl Peter
Amsterdam
Nn Leverwat
Zambest
Maraory
Pura
Cuuta
Couto
Massapu
Sheba
Roloman
New Year in Havana Celebrated With Wide Procession
A Havana New Year celebration featured a large procession through the principal street before a Cuban national hymn, drawing crowds and cheers for Cuba Libre. Attendees included Gen. Wood and American officials. demonstrations called for exhumation and burial with honors for a fallen Cuban general, while Cuba’s administration prepared a five member cabinet and a representative Cuban conference to guide future policy.
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Prado
McKinley
Wood
Mago
Rabi
Lara
Council of Representative
Clenfuegon
Dionisio
Srandier
Eral
Hs Chef
Pole
Maso
Aleman
Perm
Bavaria
Woot
Lee
Chatto
Luciew
Catinet
Vines
Diogo Tamaya
Jove Enrigue Varuna
Ecretary
Justice
Dale Jeeven
Jose Ramon Villaton
Juan Hernandez Burrolers
Agriculture, Industry
Boror Rule Rivers
Gerrelarive
Cigs
Apangtel
McKinney
Santiago
General Wood
General Wood and the Leabinet
Anguraser
United States
Cuba
Buller the Gourmand and His Daily Feasts in Campaign
General Sir Rodvers Buller, famed as the wealthiest in the British army, planned a distinct dinner daily for three months while in the field. A devoted gourmand, he received Lucullan menus prepared by a chef who packed each meal in a separate vase with the eating date and cover. The official notes Buller’s long hours and unrelenting work ethic, while praising his military ability despite prior incidents.
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New York World
Rodvers-Buller
Additon
Tenlvo
England
Bufler
kAbra
Inichter
Esoteric Clergy Moves Stir Washington Parish
An Emporia professor is noted for accepting a pastorate at the Church of Our Father in Washington New York while Dr Van Schuck from Emporia Kansas is said to have served there for about a year. The report hints at transitions in church leadership and educational background, with lingering questions about timing of the new pastorate.
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Church of Our Father
Washington
New York
de van Rauvtaut
Univermaliet Divine
Church of Our Pure
van Schuck
Church of the
Emporia
Kan
Union
Elise
Tor
Wasia
Snapshot of Topeka Community Life and Local Happenings
A collage of Topeka community notes, New Year events, church activities, marriages, building news, weather quirks, and local concerns. Items include jail scrubbing on New Year’s Day, an upcoming show, varied church services, a barn fire, court house ice delivery, marital announcements, and plans for a new auditorium.
City Ownership Decision Upheld for Water Works
Wellington voters endorsed municipal ownership of water works and a new light plant. The measure, approved in January, instructs the city to take over water provision and related infrastructure, with plans to begin execution immediately and fund the project through taxpayers.
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Wellington
Ot ‘Water
Taapayers
Taapayess
Emancipation debate sparks mixed reactions in Macon
January 2 A Macon Georgia dispatch reports T Wash discussing emancipation themes amid racial tensions. He argues progress hinges on education and economic uplift, while urging calm and lawful action. White observers note fear of upheaval and demand orderly change.
Government line appears in New York dispatch
A chaotic telegraph-style dispatch from New York reports a government line and preparations related to establishing a governance framework. It mentions ships and personnel to be released upon arrival, with officers and recruits to be attached to operations in the Philippines and nearby areas.
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New York
Washington
Muse
Beal Tintington
Tudington
Sa Francisco
Honelyid
Mataba
Wnd
Uci
Oclan
An Jy
School board orders pupil acclimation and safety measures
The Christian Scientists board orders children in public schools to be acclimated with lawful attendance. If admission is refused, authorities threaten the case, asserting the school’s safety and power in managing student conduct.
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Ribel
Childeen
For Mrs. Maybrick Jan 2 Letter to Caroline J Payier
A letter from Tad addresses Mrs Caroline J Payier and concerns the petition for the reassessment at a women’s committee meeting. The fragmented OCR text references punishment and a formal rejection related to a committee action, but specifics are unclear.
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Maybrick
Tad
Caroline J
Poultry and pet stock show opens with record entries
In St Louis at the exposition coliseum the sixth annual poultry and pet stock show of the St. Louis fanciers association opened with a record entry of about 1900 chickens and 1400 pigeons plus turkeys ducks geese rabbits and cats. Judging begins for prize classes with judges including S Butterfield A Bridge BON Pierce George Ewald M Gilbert and W Collinsville.
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St. Louis
St. Louis Fanciers Association
Exposition Coliseum
Stoge
S. Butterfield
London
Ont
Mt. A. Bridge
Columbus
Bon. Pierce
Lons
Bolivia's Quinine Groves in Andean Plantations
Bolivia develops quinine groves known as quinales started by Germans on mountain slopes at 3000 to 4000 feet. Plants reach six inches tall then transplant to cleared hillsides with shelter to retain moisture. In five to six years trees stand 32 to 14 feet, bark is harvested two to four inches wide strips annually, and dried bark is shipped from Arica and Mollendo.
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Sucre
Ike Enhaimon
Arica
Bire Loss of $100,000 in Greensboro Fire
A Greensboro blaze caused losses totaling about $100,100 with insurance covering part. The heaviest claims are from W. J. Clary and Hague-McCorkleary Kod Company.
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Greensboro
N.C
W. J. Clary
Hague-McCorkleary Kod Company
Medical Pains Relieved by New Treatment
Patient describes severe ailments including bronchitis pneumonia cough fever and chest issues. After treatment by doctors Ringe and New the condition is reported cured with relief from respiratory symptoms and improved breathing noted.
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Ton
Raumptian
Columbus and the J P Morgan tale in a family tone
A Chicago Times-Herald retold piece uses a child narrator to question the myth of J P Morgan. The speaker imagines Morgan as a philanthropic figure who funds the poor while amassing wealth, and ponders rest and responsibility for a man with vast power. The dialogue-style excerpt weaves humor and social critique around wealth, charity, and influence.
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Chicago Times-Herald
Columbus
Paw
Serpent Morgan
Chris
Peerpont Morgan
J. Peerpont Morean
Hutton
Millyon Dolier
Eagles Defeated by Condors in Central Park Zoo War
In a noisy morning clash at the New York Central Park Zoo, condors from the Andes battled three famous American eagles Teddy Roosevelt Sly and Pomp for cage dominance. The condors asserted control, splashing and nipping at Pomp while the eagles retreated and refused to feed until the invaders finished.
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Alr
Central Park “Zoo
Washington Grant Piinston Roosevelt
Teddy
Sampson Schley Hoetman Tewey
Sly
Alexander Aurelius Pompey Caegar
Porup
American Eagles
Andes
New York Times
Ely
Condors
Deleht
Peddy
Rily
Arsens
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