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The Mighty Drama at the Golden Horn
As tensions rise around Constantinople the Balkans split split among allies protect Turkish grain of ammunition and the fate of Constantinople looms. Romania Bulgaria Greece and Serbia maneuver for leverage while Von Hindenburg and Mackensen loom in the background and the world watches a dramatic modern scene at the Golden Horn.
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Annapolis Examinations Reform After Doping Scandal
The Annapolis court of inquiry dismissed two midshipmen for gouging in exams and disciplined several others. It recommends abolishing advanced information unless issued by department heads by memorandum to ensure equal access. The inquiry found heads of the students overwhelmed and exams overly difficult, with teachers admitting the need for outlines to guide students.
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Practical reform for naval and military academies
The author criticizes curricula at Annapolis and West Point as overly demanding and impractical. He argues standards should be attainable and graduation marks reflect true proficiency. Cheating risk should diminish by aligning instruction to the average student's mental capacity and focusing on realism over excess rigor.
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United States Neutral Rights Defend Arms Trade Policy
The note to Austria declares the United States a neutral power with full rights to sell and export goods including war materials to belligerents and neutrals alike. It emphasizes independence and legality, cites precedents, and supports freedom of the seas while condemning belligerent pressure and advocating peaceful, lawful commerce with all neutral nations.
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Murderless New York July Sees No Murders In City
A lead story notes New York City recorded zero murders in July according to police records. The piece hints Becker’s death as a possible turning point, suggesting a break between police and underworld and a calmer crime climate for the moment.
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City and country linked in a 40 day peace pledge
The passage argues that a 40 day period without violence among nearly 5 million diverse people shows a hopeful national spirit. It stresses internal influences needed to curb impulses and notes that New York and other cities, once seen as apart from national spirit, must join in this shared welfare of both urban and rural areas.
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The Shame of Georgia and Leo Frank Murder Fallout
A dated editorial condemns Georgia officials for complicity in Leo Frank s murder and mob actions. It urges prompt punishment of prison guards and officials to restore state honor while railing at public indifference and mob justice. It also riffs on varied global and cultural references in a stream of comments.
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Ralph Rackstraw to wed heiress of Sir Samuel Boulton
Sir George Power plans marriage to Miss Eva Boulton daughter of Sir Samuel Boulton of Copped Hall Totteridge Heres the famous sailor Ralph Rackstraw from Gilbert and Sullivan now a bachelor in his seventieth year His background includes Trinity College Dublin and service in the South African war The Boulton family wealth spans Canada and Australia with baronetcy recognition The heir is William Power brother and army retiree with service in New Zealand and the Transvaal
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Kaiser's Wealth and War Profits Amid Global Turmoil
Analysis argues Kaiser still holds vast fortune despite Paris Rome and London reports of hardship. It notes losses in Hamburg American Line and Cadmen pottery, but claims profits from Krupp holdings and munitions investments, with American deals through which he profited. Contends ownership concealed under proxies while Dernburg aided transfers to safeguard assets. MARQUISE DE POMPOY.
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Scare Spook With Lights Miners Refuse to Work
A ghost in the Weeks gangway of No 4 Jeddo mine causes 80 miners to stop work in the G B Markie Company pit. Lights were strung to dispel fear after a previous fatal collapse. Workers claim the dead man tried to communicate before death, fueling production curtailment and eerie rumors.
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Strictly Business From Louisville Courier Journal
A snippet from the Louisville Courier Journal quotes Thackeray chatter about reading habits. The compiler of best sellers notes readers finish one novel to start another, remarking he keeps a fresh work ready at a dollar fifty.
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Lucia sex tet a very popular record Mrs Rox
A censored note from the Puck Music Dealer references a Lucia recording widely discussed for its sex themed content and notes it is not suitable for family use due to the era's heightened sensitivity to sexual matters.
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Bass Caught With a Safety Pin by Itasca Park Cowherd
Arne Olson, a cowherd in Itasca Park, reportedly catches bass using only a safety pin attached to fishing line with a crawfish tail as bait. State forester William T Cox heard the tale from forest service men in Stagca Park.
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Some Distance After Tennyson Hen Poem Echo
A fragmented verse transcribed from the New York Evening Sun mocks a hen and rooster imagery. It laments the passing of grace and the folly of unhatched plans while noting eggs and omelets as the practical outcome.
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Diving dog catches fish for master in Indiana
A water spaniel along Laughery Creek near Aurora Indiana has captured several hundred pounds of fish in recent months. James C Duggens, a farmer, reports the dog dives into the stream and emerges with a fish, repeating the feat for hours, aiding both him and a neighbor.
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Not Thirsty Drinks 36 Beers In Barbershop Case
Harvey Sheets barber shop proprietor testified in city court that he drinks a cage of beer daily or 36 pint bottles and could consume three days supply when not drinking much. He faced a charge of operating a blind tiger after police confiscated beer and emptied cases found in the shop. The judge acquitted him as officers offered no evidence of sales.
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White Wings Clean Up Hast Street With Garden Tools
Society women of Fotters county sit in silk and diamonds to repair neglected Hast Street while protesting city officials inaction. They wield shovels rakes and wheelbarrows and vow to continue until homes are no longer troubled by mud and weeds. The scene reflects elite indignation at municipal neglect and a push for prompt fixes.
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Wilkes Began South Polar Voyage 87 Years Ago Today
On August 18 1828 Charles Wilkes started the first government sponsored maritime expedition to the southern ocean. His squadron sailed 90000 miles over four years visiting Madeira Cape Verde Rio de Janeiro Tierra del Fuego Tahiti Samoa and Australia. The expedition gathered thousands of natural specimens and art studies and produced major geographic and meteorologic findings. Wilkes faced court martial charges but was mostly acquitted and the voyage helped spur later Antarctic exploration.
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Dives For Girl's Hat Drowns On Delaware River
Harry Eife 21 of 40 North Otllanna street leaped from the steamboat Columbia to recover a hat swept overboard en route from Chester to Arch Street wharf. He surfaced once then sank and was not seen again. Chester and Philadelphia police investigated as relatives were notified.
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Woman Farm Owner Wears Trousers and Runs 16 Acre Farm
Frances Cadere, 20, manages a 16 acre farm in Perry township near Tomneltsville. She cares for six horses and several cows, planted 10 acres of corn and oats, and broke two colt s. With her father and mother unable to help, she took charge three years ago, discarding women’s clothes for field work and wearing trousers. She has grown strong and healthy.
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Chokes to Death on Soup at Home
Charles Parik, 60, died while eating soup at his Allentown home after a chunk of meat became lodged in his throat. The incident occurred during a meal hosted by Paul Ma sels. Authorities report the choking caused his death, with no other injuries noted.
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Neighborly Request in Suburban Tale
The Jones and Smith families share a village. Mary Smith asks to borrow the Jones phonograph to soothe a baby for a while, sparking Mrs Jones surprise and questions about the purpose.
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Views of Capital Visitors on Interesting Current Topics
A composite preview of political and economic sentiment in 1913. Kansans and Western observers weigh the 1912 democracy, the president’s standing, and state-by-state voting power. Reports on business, wheat crops, and urban growth highlight Kansas City as a major hub. Also noted are canal projects, post office receipts, and looming Tennessee Senate dynamics shaping party prospects and potential electoral outcomes.
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Wisconsin farmer grows salted peppered potatoes
Waupaca Wisconsin touted as a potato hub witnesses E J Rose claim a new method for seasoned spuds ready for the table. He asserts success with peppered potatoes and a planned buttered variety by interspersing pepper rows to inject flavor.
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Fragmentary interview reveals odd exchange in Bulletin
An incomplete Philadelphia Bulletin fragment presents a quirky exchange between an interviewer and Bluebear about promises to love each wife, implying a dark joke about assassination and fidelity. The readable text shows odd phrasing and missing context.
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