Vast tract for farms opens in Utah reservation
A Denver dispatch reports over 1.6 million acres of the Uintah reservation in northwestern Utah to be opened for homesteading Aug. 28 under a federal proclamation. Registration will occur in Vernal Provo and other centers, with rules favoring citizens over age 21 and aiming to settle about 1,600 farms that could support up to 25,000 people farming. The land includes fertile valleys suitable for irrigation, extensive alfalfa and grain potential, and rich minerals in limited spots, though much of the region remains harsh and isolated.
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Uintah Reservation
Utah
Denver
St. Louis Republic
Congress
Vernal
Provo
l’Kee
Grand Junction
Colo
Uintah
Wasatch
Green River
Fort Duchesne
Colorado
Uie Walter
Ashley Fork
Green
Peter the Great and the cruel reputation behind his title
The article recalls how Peter I earned the name Peter the Great through military expansion and wealth but details his brutal tyranny. It cites Voltaire and Macaulay criticizing his character and describes severe floggings of his cook, senators, and even his sisters, along with torture of Alexis and other family members. The piece contrasts his public image with merciless private acts.
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Mertia
Thie
Peter I
Russia
Peter the Great
Voltaire
Deter
Macaulay
Peter
Senate
Lefort
Alexis
Golitayn
Catherine
Eudoxia
Nero
Success Thoughts On Achieving Personal Best
A motivational piece urges focusing on self improvement over envying others. It emphasizes honest self-estimation, planning, and thinking ahead to succeed, urging readers to think, schedule, and pursue a program. It reinforces that action follows disciplined thought and effort.
Noble's Promise The Minister Refuses to Preach Universal Salvation
In Maine a village committee asked Rev. Mr. Noble to settle his services. After brief hesitation they conveyed that his future sermons were not desired. He asked for clarification and the spokesman explained the town feared universal salvation. Noble replied he would not preach it but would make an exception for this town.
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Noble
Maine
Mr. Noble
Boston Herald
Women and Pina Makes a Pinful Ride
A torn dress prompts a car passenger to ask for pins. No pins available, but fellow travelers search along concealed edges and lapels. Sixteen pins appear, fourteen from men. The New York Dost notes women carry pins yet men contribute most.
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New York
Early Railroading Headlights and Hazardous Signals
In pioneer railroading freight conductors sometimes rode over car roofs to shout orders. Night travel was avoided, though one line used a sand flat car with a bonfire as a moving headlight ahead of the locomotive.
Seeing Double You Brute Exclaimed Mrs Lushley
A playful exchange at home has Mrs Lushley scolding her husband Lushley for his appearance. He teases her, claiming she looks beautiful when angry, and she retorts with disbelief. The banter showcases domestic humor from the Philadelphia Press.
A Simple Truth in a CopyReader’s Tale
Reporter and editor clash over trimming stories in a wry Cleveland Leader anecdote. A veteran copy reader insists on essential details while the editor presses for brevity in newspaper practice.
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Cleveland Leader
Popular Talks on Law by William C Prage 1905
An excerpt from a Sprague Correspondence School of Law course outlines common legal topics. The author, William C Prage, presents accessible discussions aimed at general readers and law students seeking foundational understanding.
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William C.prague
The
Sprague Correspondence School of Law
Tenant Abandonment Rights When Landlords Fail Repairs
A legal discussion outlines when landlords must keep premises tenantable and when tenants may abandon or refuse rent. It covers hidden defects, prior promises, written lease terms, fraud, concealment, and remedies including suing for damages or making repairs and billing the landlord.
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Ile
Dining hall contract at Chautauqua awarded to Miss Anna Hodek
The committee hires Anna Hodek to manage the dining hall again this year. She praises last year’s service and says meals will be served for 25c, inviting both old patrons and new ones to attend this season.
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Anna Hodek
Chautauqua
Miss Hodek
Arlo H Takes Third in Davenport Pace Meet
Arlo H finished third in the Davenport pace where 2:14 was the distance. He clocked 2:08 in the second heat and earned third prize. He is slated to race next in Decatur.
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Perry Hays
Martin White
Jerry Garrett
Geo. Teas
Albert Donovan
Thos. Johnson
Davenport
Arlo H
Ario H
Decatur
Post Office Substitute Clerk Exam Postponed
The examination for substitute clerk in the Washtonton post office is postponed until Saturday the 19th instant. Applications will be received until 4 30 p m August 17th.
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Washtonton
Bus Service for Chautauqua Excursion Dates
R W Bear offers a door to door bus run during Chautauqua with home pickups for parties of five or more at 10 cents each, return trips included. Leave orders at Mc Elhinney drug store. Cattle pasture available at $1 for the season.
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Mc.Elhinney Drug Store
R. W. Bear
Ten Cent Social at Mrs. Riley Home G R A W R C
Attention veterans and auxiliary members and friends urged to attend a ten cent social at the home of Mrs. R A Riley Thursday evening the 10th. A program will be given and a general good time will be enjoyed by all.
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R. A. Riley
Transportation notice for baggage and freight services
All baggage express freight and transfers of all kinds to any depot or part of town promptly attended. Phone W. A. Turner 289 50-41.
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W. A. Turner
A Warning to Mothers About Summer Bowel Troubles
The notice urges extreme caution with small children in hot weather and prescribes castor oil as the primary remedy for bowel troubles. If unresolved, Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy is advised, followed by more castor oil. It stresses keeping these treatments ready and cites Stewart's Pharmacy Cook and Sherman as sellers.
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Stewart's Pharmacy
Cook & Sherman
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