Ripley Tour Bounds California Road Plans
President Ripley of the Santa Fe travels in California discussing the road’s progress and a proposed link to the San Joaquin Valley line. He notes caution but acknowledges the likelihood of an alliance with the San Joaquin Valley system.
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President Ripley
The
Santa Fe
Tine Angels
Cali
Opt 1
Kid Hides
Sante &Esretem
Iran
Irik
Noel
Peplent
Wits
Moshel Ie
Herg ' Efret Watween
Juptey
Fiderkels
Kuiiey
de Sante Fe
Aed
Canton
Georgia Man Popular but Not a Politician, A News Card
A fragmented clipping notes a Georgia man who was better liked than as a politician. It references a wavering public perception, mentions Tom Veulsom and a local caroling scene, and alludes to a city property loan and an accounting issue.
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Georgia
Tom Veulsom
Pull of Tracy's Firm Sparks Post Allegations
The New York Post charges rival offices found transferring most of their legal business to Tracy, Huentman & Piatt repellent. The note claims a wealth corporation shifted clients to Tracy, denying improper influence while warning supporters to scrutinize current affiliations and potential repercussions.
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New York Post
New York
Today
Sale Corporation
Jince Geer
Ttt
Tracy, Huentman & Plate
Ene
Corporade
Mat Cees
Alwaye
Piatt
General Tynes
Adtalea
Fem
Porky
Metta
Drey
Beard
Dave
Hardibaand
Unclear OCR flood scene near Obie river dam project
An OCR fragment describes a river flooding attempt or engineering scene on the Obie river with a Tide Westhoticht Impakitte influence. It mentions a steam threshing machine on the river bed, a crowd shouting in excitement, and references to a French valley and ancient falls. The text is garbled and partially nonsensical.
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Lewis
Mont Ovis Ebone
Grim
Obie
Betti
Stehmenor
M&chinery
Ulewu Jong
Erreum
Letart Falls
Moses
Indignation Over BridgeportDress Search At Jewelry Store
New York reports a Bridgeport scandal where Mrs. Jane Wirfield was stripped in a jewelry store while officers searched for a stolen diamond line. The incident drew an angry crowd and threats, with officials promising action amidst calls for justice and compensation. An unrelated medical ad appears in the same column.
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New York
Bridgeport
Iguard
Jane Wirfield
No Prize Fights Go Mayor Says No Finish In Chicago
Chicago mayor declares no twenty round prize fights or sparring matches will be permitted in the city. He states no permit will be issued for such matches, with six rounds likely at most, and cites a past bout as the only exception. The message aims to discourage promoter plans and protect city standards.
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Chicago
Harrison
Wim
Hatter
Hiv
Corbutt
Smith
Record-breaking Great Lakes freighters ordered by major firms
Cleveland and associated interests secure a contract for three giant lake freighters and two barges from F W Wheeler Co of Bay City. The ships, 442 feet long, 455 feet beam, 50 feet draft, will carry 6,500 tons of ore and reach speed and size rivalling ocean liners. Completion is required by a stated deadline.
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Cleveland, Ship
Besseier Steamship “Company
Dehy D
Rockefellers
Twtr
Frean
F. W. Wheeler & Co
Bay City
Autemether
Devo
Consenek
Ocean Greyhounds
Uniforms For Employees At Chicago City Hall
Chicago officials debate new outfits for city hall staff. A letter to the mayor suggests police style units for a doorkeeper and a messenger, with clerks in black double breasted coats similar to English military officers. The plan aims to infuse dignity and keep uniforms in the office.
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Chicago
Lanniff
Usborn
Irawmuch
George Dunst
Mr. Stabevo
Tailr
Western Union Profits Reach Nearly Six Million Last Year
New York January reports show Western Union Telegraph Company holding an annual meeting to elect a new board member, amid a largely retained leadership. President Eckert’s statement discloses capital stock totals of 37,270,000 with 28,850,000 outstanding, and a surplus of 7,647,041 after dividends and obligations.
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Western Union
New York
Western Union Telegraph \Company
WM. Schiff
John van Horne
Eckert
Mall OF Capital
Heventes
Elnus
Penitee Flaime
Mattoon Pree Street Fair Opens in Town
Mattoon opens the first of its kind street fair with exhibits of horticultural produce domestic animals and merchandise at the center of Emiedway and Western avenues. Businesses are decorated and a large attendance is reported with a welcoming atmosphere. Ayer s pills are noted as favorites for women and children at Bath 19 661 Kansas avenue.
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Mattoon
Tiisois
Emiedway
Wevern Oymil
Minnis
Ayer
Kansas Avenue
Negro Reformatory Association Formed in Virginia
A movement to uplift morally delinquent Black youth in Virginia led to the formation of the Negro Reformatory Association. With a advisory board of white Virginians, it aims to provide housing and training for male and female children and youths, focusing on instruction, trades, and reading to deter crime and vagrancy. The plan envisions custody under voluntary support and court-directed acts, with the association empowered to employ Black youths in need.
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Negro Reformatory Association
Vite Bint
Cape Girardeau Fair Draws Chicago Buyer for Tickets
A Chicago man, J. R. P. Allen, purchased 5,000 Cape Girardeau Fair tickets for 1000 dollars. He arrived with a heavy disguise and refused to reveal his purpose, drawing interest from local officials about the sale. The fair opened yesterday with promises of a grand Southwest Missouri event despite the secrecy surrounding the purchase.
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Cape Girardeau
Missouri
J. R. FP. Allen
Chiong
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Mr. Ripley
Sitti
Toms
Ile News
Seagate
Jan Dose
GHE Accounting Truest Co
Tracy
Ohio
Letart
Séltins
Wingfield
Yell & Otscat
Gubal
Max Fairchild
Arabia
Ap. F. & Grisham
Rockefellers Company
Mammoth Lake
Chicago City Hall
We Crete
Pat
United States
McKay
Topeka
India
Sutton
Chile
Vici
Patton
Norman Pot
Frice
M Lodel Grocery
Olly Itil Rusitilies
Infante
Childrens’ Hose
Eaton
Ot Howe
Bineke
Gry
Menon Hhod Vyenna Chotle
Ewido
Veraaebinte
Fife
Tho
Parduroy
Jimmy
DiAne Ad Sule
Lemses
Kemper & Paxtons
Sixth and
Quincy
Negro Reformatory
York
John H. Smythes
Liberia
St Mark's
Virginia
Wiesink
Peerless Steam Laundry
West Sth St
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