Commerce Plans May Double Appropriation Fourteen Attaches
President Wilson approved Secretary Redfield’s plan to reorganize the Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce with an annual budget rising from 323 300 to about 760 000. The plan creates a tariff section to study production costs and wages abroad, and authorizes 14 commercial attaches to support the consular service. The offices would report directly to the secretary of commerce, and the Chamber of Commerce endorsed the plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S
Secretary of Commerce
Washington
Wilson
Redfield
Department of Commerce
Bureau of Foreign and Domestic Commerce
National Association of Lithographers
Bureau of Domestic and Foreign Commerce
United States
Panama Canal
United States Chamber of Commerce
Bureau
Frick Gives $14 Million in Wedding Gifts in Baltimore
Report states Henry Clay Frick, Pittsburgh and New York magnate, presented gifts totaling 14 million dollars at the marriage of Miss Frances Shoemaker Dixon to Childs Frick. Moments after the ceremony he delivered an envelope containing two million dollars to the bride.
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Baltimore
Henry Clay Frick
Pittsburg
New York
Frances Shoemaker Dixon
Childs Frick
Hawthorne Freed From Prison in Atlanta
Hawthorne and Dr. W J Morton were released from the federal penitentiary after serving a little over six months for violating postal laws. Hawthorne will pursue literary work in New York.
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Atlanta, Ga
Julian Hawthorne
W. J. Morton
Hawthorne
New York
29 Miners Found to Be Alive in Wales Mine
Cardiff reports rescuers reach a group of 9 trapped miners after an explosion and coal fall, while the search continues for about 400 workers entombed in the Universal Gallery area. The incident follows a coal mine explosion and fire.
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Cardiff
Wales
Smallest Woman From Iowa Passes Away Named Ruthey Howes
New Albion mourns Ja Miss Ruthey Howes 66 who died here. She was reputed the smallest perfectly formed woman in Iowa at 37 inches tall and 60 pounds, a local curiosity noted in life and death.
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New Albion
Ruthey Howes
Iowa
Ringling Divorce Granted in Dane County Court
Mrs. Della Ringling was granted a divorce from Alfred T. Ringling, the circus magnate, by Judge Stevens in Dane County Circuit Court after a prolonged separation spanning several years.
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Madison, Wis
Della Ringling
Alfred T. Ringling
Stevens
Dane County
Snowstorm Spoils Cranberries in Middleboro
Plymouth county cranberry crop hit by a snowstorm. Growers estimate 50,060 barrels of unpicked berries in the bogs spoiled.
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Middleboro
Mass
Plymouth County
Dominican Blockade Raised Decree Issued in San Domingo
The Dominican government issued a decree ordering the raising of the blockade in San Domingo, Dominican Republic, as authorities move to ease restrictions and restore trade. The decree signals a shift in policy amid ongoing regional tensions and economic pressures.
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San Domingo
Dominican Republic
Bartlesville Warning Against Black Residents
In Bartlesville Oklahoma warnings were circulated urging Black residents to leave the city at once following an incident involving a white man. The notices claimed the area was unsafe for Black people and urged immediate departure. The report notes the discriminatory tone and the targeted threat in the urban segment.
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Bartlesville
Entombed miners rescued as 500 found alive at Universal pit
A lethal explosion in Universal colliery near Cardiff traps 931 workers. About 500 miners were rescued alive during the day and night, eight after midnight 20 more were found alive at the pit bottom raising hope for more survivors. Death toll rises as 16 known dead to date. Doctors with oxygen treat burns and gas effects while crowds of 40 000 gather at the pit head and police keep back anxious relatives.
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Cardiff
Wales
South Wales
Universal
Here
Misleading Shift Count Dwarfs Mine Rescue Toll
Officials corrected initial figures to 740 workers on shift and 327 pulled alive from the surface by rescuers. Managers then said there was no further hope for those still trapped underground, signaling a grave situation at the mine.
Mexico Vote Not Constitutional Notified By U S
Washington reports that O Shaughnessy was instructed to inform Mexico City that the United States cannot recognize as constitutional the election planned for October 26. This follows Huerta’s decree asserting control of legislative powers. The move was formally communicated to all foreign governments.
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Mexico
Washington
O’shaugnessy
Mexico City
United States
Huerta
Upson Leads Balloon Race From Paris
Seventeen of the eighteen balloons that started from Paris Sunday afternoon in the international James Gordon Bennett cup race have landed. The Goodyear, piloted by American Ralph Johnson, covered the longest distance.
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Upson
Paris
Goodyear
Ralph J. Son
Wilson Ill Health Alarm at White House
President Wilson shows a slight digestive attack and run down health from heavy tariff and currency work. Officials acknowledge concern over his indisposition while he continues demands of duty amid lobbying and legislative pressures.
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Wilson
Washington
Kansas City Plans Policemen School Intro Course
Kansas City Missouri will host a policemen school with classes held twice weekly to study ordinances. Upon course completion officers will have their stars and clubs retention based on examination grades.
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Kansas City
Fields Indicted for Killing in Cairo Illinois
Harvey R. Fields, who recently shot and killed Dr BE Gordon for alleged mistreatment of his wife, has been indicted by the grand jury for murder. His trial is expected at this term of the circuit court.
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Fi Lds
Cairo
Lll
Be, E. Gordon
Fields
Brazil Plans Welcoming Tune for Roosevelt in Wilds
Capt Antonio J de Fonseca, new attaché of the Brazilian embassy, arrived from Rio de Janeiro to report Brazil will give Col. Roosevelt a warm reception and "the tune of his life" in the wilds of the country, reflecting a cordial diplomatic gesture.
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T. R
New - York
Brazil
Col. Roosevelt
Antonio. J. de’ Fongece
Rio de Janeiro
Autos Replace Chicago Horses in City Transport Shift
Chicago shows 3,859 fewer horses this year than last, with 3,239 fewer automobiles and 612 fewer motorcycles recorded. City figures indicate a clear trend toward motorized transport replacing horse-based transit as urban mobility adapts.
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Chicago
Col. O
Captain of ill fated Volturno describes fight for 657 lives
Captain Francis Inch of the Volturno recounts the disaster to Uranium Line officials. He notes no panic or mutiny, four boats lost, and his final act ensuring no one remained aboard. He details fires, explosions, crew efforts, and rescue by Carmania, Seydlitz, Kroonland, and others as survivors were taken off.
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New York
Francis Inch
Volturno
France
England
Tadlegray
Ths International
Maon
Inch
Langsell
Carmania
Il A.m
Seydlitz
Marconi
Kroonland
Fragmentary verse and garbled quotation fragment
A compact fragmentary text presents a chaotic mix of phrases about holding fast to love and forgiveness. The lines resemble a damaged quotation with stray punctuation and disjointed references to tenderness and conquest, lacking a coherent narrative or identifiable figures.
Fragmented Life Frictions and Apology Styles
A truncated fragment notes that some men appear to enjoy inconveniences, perhaps as a sign of grace or courtesy. The passage hints at social reactions and the idea of apologizers shaping behavior. It reads like a reflective aside on manners and perception.
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Ake Gouc
Volturno Rescue Honored Captain Courage and Barrr
The Volturno disaster adds two heroes to the memory roll: Capt. Francis Inch of the Volturno and Capt. James C. Barr of the Carmania saved hundreds of lives. Eyewitnesses recount Inch’s iron courage subduing panicked men and Barr’s cool seamanship guiding boats to safety as the Carmania shielded smaller craft amid gale and smoke. Passengers recall prayers, bravery, and the storm’s terror as the ships faced mutiny, fire, and freezing seas.
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Volturno
Jon _Eng
Carmania
Fishguard
Francis Inch
James C. Barr
Barr
Varmania
Liverpool
Miss Bick
Gould
Bradish
Science and the Mikman Housekeepers
A fragmented dialogue humorously contrasts science and a milkman discussing food law and bacterial counts. The garbled text references a milk gallon and counting bacteria, ending with a quip about long counting times and a cartoonish devil.
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Science
Mikman
Maum
Lippincott’s
New Move Pleases Wilson in Mexico Crisis
Washington learns of England may dismiss Huerta King recognition. Berlin reports the German foreign office sees Mexico as unsettled. A Hertha used as a schoolship may guard Mexican waters while cruising New England. Europe would not supply a cruiser for large work due to other naval deployments.
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Washington
England
Huerta
Berlin
Foreign Office
Mexico
Tate
Hertha
New England
Europe
Acarcely
Sdnagrone
Balkans
Germany dispatches warship near Mexican waters sparks debate
Washington officials react to reports that a German warship cruised off the Mexican coast amid Huerta’s crisis. Washington signals cautious acceptance while Britain weighs recognition, with King George and Queen Mary said to be involved. Failure of Huerta's constitutional election on October 26 could trigger further shifts.
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Washington
Germany
Wilson
Huerta
Great Britain
George
Mary
United States
Huerta Promises to Protect Mexican Deputies
Responding to Bryan pressing the United States would oppose stern punishment the Huerta government assured American diplomats in Mexico City that no harm would come to the imprisoned Mexican deputies. The pledge follows strong representations from Secretary Bryan.
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Huerta
U. S
Washington
Bryan
United States
Mexico City
Henry Spencer Signs Hang Contract in Du Page Case
Chicago reports the notorious Henry Spencer, confessed to 26 killings, signed a contract with Du Page county officials agreeing to be hanged at their earliest convenience, deepening the bizarre unfolding of the case.
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Chicago
Henry Spencer
du Page
Girl Murdered in Thomasville Hotel Finds Victim
Miss Dorothy Haug of Valdosta was found dead in a room at the Southern hotel in Thomasville Georgia. Police report the skull crushed and a revolver with one empty chamber on the floor beside the bed.
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Thomasville
Dorothy Haug
Valdosta
Southern
Senator Henry G. Davie in frail condition at home
Elkins West Virginia reports former Senator Henry G. Davis nearly 90 years old and seriously ill at his home after an unsuccessful bid for vice president with Alton B. Parker, highlighting his advanced age and fragile health.
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Henry G. Davie
Very
Elkins
W. -Va
Henry, G. Davis
Alton B. Parker
Looping the Loop Ten Times at 1500 Feet
Adolph Pegoud, inventor of the aerial dive, astonished thousands by looping the loop ten times over Paris at an altitude of 1500 feet, thrilling spectators and proving aerial feats possible at high altitude.
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Paris
Adolph E.pegoud
Buc
Cleveland Businessman Dies in Tub Accident
Henry W. Judd, wealthy retired businessman and director in several local corporations, was scalded to death in his bathtub in Cleveland. The tragedy occurred at his residence, leaving authorities to investigate the incident.
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Rich’ Ohloan
After Now Deputy Sheriff in Poughkeepsie Tale
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a deputy sheriff in Poughkeepsie New York and references a rival or opposing figure described as a wealthy young man. The readable portion hints at a confrontation or contest between two individuals with local law enforcement context.
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Poughkeepsle
Mexican Government Protests Death Precaution Report
Washington reports note that Huerta’s forces may punish deputies by death, with the U S and public expressing strong disfavor. Senor Moheno was informed by Nelson O Shaughnessy, the American chargé d affaires, of U S concern and a step urged by John Lind. Split in Huerta’s army is debated as observers weigh loyalty to the provisional president.
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Washington
Huertas
United States
Senor Moheno
Nelson O’shaughnessy
Mexico City
Lind
John Lind
Wilson
Department
Huerta
Huer
Timothy Woodruff Dies After Stroke During Speech
Timothy Woodruff, three times lieutenant governor of New York, died after hours of oxygen and stimulant support. He collapsed while delivering a political speech following a paralytic stroke.
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Timothy Woodruff
New York
Mr. Woodruff
Slaya Father Exonerated by Coroner's Jury in Killing
In Clarksville West Virginia Frederick Knisely, a bookkeeper, was exonerated by a coroner's jury after shooting and killing his father Thomas J Kniseley, a wealthy farmer and noted politician. Authorities alleged the father attacked his son and daughter with a butcher knife prior to the fatal shooting.
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Slaya
Clarksville
W. Va
Frederick
Knisely
Thomas J. ‘Kniseley
Bolt Hits Minister in Albion Lightning Strike
In Albion Arkansas on October 13 Rev J G Koch a Baptist minister was struck by lightning and fatally injured near the town. Five other family members sitting nearby escaped unharmed.
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Albion
Ark
J. G. Koch
Finds Land in Far North Beyond 81 N and 102 E
The Russian government steamers Taimyr and Waygatch, under Commander Wilita thy, have been engaged in Arctic exploration off Siberia for three years and arrived for coal. Capt. Nitaky reports the discovery of land as large as Greenland extending beyond latitude 81 north and longitude 102 east.
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Michal
Alaska
Taimyr
Waygatch
Wilitathy
Actic
Siberia
Nitaky
Six Drowned When Skiff Upset on Allegheny River
A skiff overturned in the Allegheny River near Pittsburgh resulted in six deaths. Named victims include Antone Widmer, John Widmer Sr and Jr, Julius Sober, and Tou Sobe, with two others drowned or rescued after the accident.
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Pergola
Allegheny River
Antone Widmer
Widemer
John ‘Widmer, Jr
John Widmer Sr
Julius Sober
Tou
Sobe
Bqal
Ullus
Women swimmers set records in rough text
A fragmentary report notes women swimmers achieving new times as a gate broke and past records were mentioned. The garbled data references a 35 minute mark and a sporting context possibly from a meet on a Saturday, with partial place and event details unreadable.
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Commerce
RSD
Welsh
Thomas
H. P. Miller
Office
Prise
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