Nighttime assault scare grips city streets
The Evening Standard reports a Saturday night scare as two middle aged women walking home near Grant and Wall avenues were pursued by two youths hiding in bushes. The women screamed and fled as police investigated. the youths had been stealing garden tools and fled when confronted. Fear spread as shadows lengthened and residents remained shaken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sidi Ag
Grant and
Wall Avenues
Chitlaman
Heth
Grammar and Grammarians on Subject Verb Concord
A discussion of singular and plural verb forms in relation to collective nouns and coordinated subjects. It cites Lownsbury and Harper's Magazine examples, noting unity of impression guides number choice and that modern usage allows latitude with many exceptions.
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BR. Lownsbury
Harper's Magazine
Tales Brancc
Saturday Night Murder Sparks Calls for Quick Justice
A newspaper editorial condemns two young bandits who killed a prominent Japanese man and wounded others during a Saturday street robbery. It denounces their murderous career, urges swift capture and trial, and argues criminals should be restrained or banished, even suggesting an island exile for murderers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oszton
Midovesn
Speech Report From Sills Association Banquet in New York
The official speech report quotes Senator Reed Smoot praising Utah and American unity. He stresses sectional harmony, farmer prosperity, industrial growth, and protectionist policy, noting price differences across imports and domestic production.
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Reed Smoot
Sills Association of America
New York City
Dlah
Rocky Mountains
Walter
Asa Citisen
Uteb
Aston
Economic critique on living costs and waste in society
A pamphlet style address condemns waste among all classes as harmful to living standards. It cites groceries, clothing, and industrial costs, urging public journals and citizens to oppose extravagance. It references a 1883 French economist and questions tariff-driven price increases affecting workers.
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M. Lovaaveus
Iris
Senaga
Juan
Boxing Notes from the Johnson-Jeffries Era and Related Echoes
A collage of 1920s boxing chatter and fiction fragments recounts Johnson versus Jeffries era tensions, trainer tactics, and rival sparring vividly. It covers Johnson’s training emphasis on endurance, Hogan’s role, and speculation on Jeffries’ weight and readiness, with side comments on humorous hometown exchanges and sensationalist daily scraps.
Wonderful Johnson Triumphs in Gym Workout Tale
A fragmented report chronicles Johnson’s surprising strength in a Saturday gym session at a pavilion. Mentions Hoak and partners from nearby clubs, with Johnson’s 54 draft amid a tense display and a crowd lingering for the decisive moment.
Chief Quanah Parker Seeks Funds For Comanche Claims
Quanah Parker of Oklahoma, chief of the Comanche, with white mother ancestry, travels to Washington to press President Taft and Indian Commissioner for more funds to support his people. He also seeks permission to allow the peyote use for health reasons and lobbies Representative Stevens for $1000 to move graves to a Warylng ground near Quanah’s home in the first reservation.
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Washington
Quanaly, Parker
Oklahoma
Pathor
Quanah
Henr
Stevens
Texna
Texas
Quansh
Firlit Reservation
A Long Flight From New York to Philadelphia
A late fragment reports a New York to Philadelphia air journey and back, with delays from a broken propeller and a swift replacement. Messages from Governor Hughes and Governor Stuart were carried, funds contributed by The New York Times, and a ceremonial purse noted amid wartime fundraising efforts.
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New York
Philadelphia
New York Tire
Hamilton
Beootl
O'Clouck
Govarnor Hughee
Gaynor
Stuart
Aver Noglara
Sranial
Charges of Rebate 3 Time Filed in Chicago
Fragmentary OCR reports pending suits in Chicago alleging a rebate scheme tied to a Black Yardna party. The text mentions attorney Blak and other individuals, with unclear roles and dates.
Washington scandal and investigation push in Philippines
A report from Washington states Rep Martin of Colorado introduced a resolution demanding an investigation into alleged abuses in the Philippines administration. The move follows disclosures by officials including the Philippine government executive secretary and others about mistreatment and corruption allegations.
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Washington
Ung
Cargantor
Philippina
E. C
Philippines
Colorado
Drought Ravages Wheat Fields Across Leder Valley
Report from Leder Valley detail severe drought damaging wheat crops. Farmers report locust-like pests nibbling heads, thousands of acres cleared, wheat blown loose by winds, and many farmers cutting grain for hay. Fairfield area notes suppression of pests with early harvest prospects and hopes for 26 to 30 bushels per acre in the north.
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Leder Vallay
Vikordun Éstortéy
Polaon
Broiti
Gow
Bodble
Huey
Fairfield
Visit to Secoid Church of Christ in Handas City
The writer describes a visit to the Secoid Church of Christ in Handas City, noting publicity work for a Christian sect and the crowd at a service in Boston. He criticizes contemporary rhetoric, contrasts younger and older churches, and recounts seeing 4,000 attendees and many automobiles outside the Boston gathering.
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Chriat
Handas
Tawkg
Hecaua
Novy
Tia Bueleau
Pately
Srov
Lara
Buston
Lastmont
Fragmented Sermon Reflections On Faith And Healing
A garbled record details a sermon or religious reflection where a speaker speaks of healing, faith, and church life. Tangled phrases hint at God’s healing power, doubt, and the church as a gathering place for believers seeking spiritual strength and renewal. The excerpt references Christian belief and ritual, with questions about salvation and temple status.
Garment Workers to Strike in New York Soon
New York garment workers plan a strike by July 15 affecting 50 000 plus in the industry. The move follows a unanimous decision by the national executive committee of the Garment Makers union to seek higher pay and better working conditions. The action could extend to other related trades if manufacturers abroad perform their work.
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New York
Wiel
Wil Bs
Tatafuariy Ladttos
Daca ‘Dite Putes
Teualon
Beaton
Dev Clare
Alls
Ful Ialeet
Tiby Algo
Atrikea
Five Bodies Recovered After Submarine Incident
Vadai Peanut Jing reports five bodies recovered after a French submarine crash. Comrand ep Gallot’s body found near the blast area while Win hawks clutching the pari- Scape. Bodies of Bo eign Bugel Holmexonn L. B. Breton and another crew member removed at Inwie. Physicians’ report on death not disclosed.
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Vadai
Dean
Comranndep Gallot
Win Hawks
Boeign Bugel
Holmexonn L. B
Trial of Browne Draws Hundreds in Chicago Court
The Browne trial on charges of billery attracts hundreds to a crowded Chicago courtroom. Prosecting attorney Wayman VR says new evidence strengthens the case, as lawmakers including Charles A. White and He Backmeyer are seen in conference with the state’s attorney before judge Me Burnly.
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Chicago
Leo O'Neil Browne
Billery
Gonventian
William Larimer
United Stats Renate
von Teulumen
Raparta
Seaman
Charles A. White
He Backmeyer
Demonius
Lowley
Nenalar
Befors Judea
Burnly
Exciting chase through jungle ends in river mystery
A frantic pursuit unfolds near Jeltereen Avenue along the Asder river as a bogey is claimed to be at the river bank. Patrols follow tracks through Jungielice thickets to find a missing vehicle and uncover a motive involving a Sunday drive and a barn theft.
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Jeltereen
Asder
Aninraen
Hig Fitermant
Fenront
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