Inventors Seek Royalties Free Patents for Rescue and Oil Safety Devices
United States Bureau of Mines inventors have developed six devices to save lives and reduce oil waste. Key projects include an improved mining rescue oxygen apparatus, a safe low pressure oxygen system, an electrical signaling device for cage operators, and a valve casing head to curb gas leakage and waste. Applications for royalty-free patents aim to prevent monopolies and ensure broad access for public use.
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United States Bureau of Minis
Jnrach
Bermu
Vongt
Pro
Will+ Cobbs
Meath
Ain
Pua
Cnarge
Macrane
Bureau
de- Leon
Sabten
Chauffeur for Thaw Killed in Canada Flight Chase
In a wild pursuit from Canada, the chauffeur who drove Harry K Thaw was killed in an automobile crash near Colebrook after an escapee from Matteawan was reported. The accident occurred as authorities pursued the fugitive through Nortong Mil E and into New England territory.
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Moh Strattera
NHL
Frank Cagtt
Chiuuteur
Harry K
Nortong Mile
Colebrook
Matteawan
Canada
Tiz Foot Remedy Ad From Old Pharmacy Pace
An old advertisement touts TIZ as the sole remedy for tired swollen feet. It promises immediate relief from pain, claims to draw out poisonous exudations, reduce bunions, and let wearers step comfortably. The copy urges readers to buy at any drug department store.
Rites of Mitla Reach Deep Into Mexico’s Ancient Deaths
A detailed tour of Mitla in Oaxaca reveals the ruins of Mictlan The Place of Death. Vast stone halls, monolithic columns, and mosaic façades illustrate ceremonial centers linked to death rites. The site lies in a barren plain near Oaxaca with access via the Pan American route.
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Mitla
Mexico
Cortez
Inside View Of Sing Sing Reveals Prison Life And Crime Mindset
The New York Evening Post published an inside view by a former convict about Sing Sing. It portrays inmates with mixed intellects and crimes, loyalty as a single code, and a culture of remorseless recidivism. The piece notes conversations, manipulation, and varied attitudes toward law, justice, and reform.
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New York Evening Post
Sing Sing Prison
Talilis
Sing Sing
Chevy Chase School Closes After Annual Exercises
The Chevy Chase public school in Rockville Maryland held its closing exercises on the lawn between Bradley lane and Rosemary street in front of a large gathering. Principal Florence B N Barksdale supervised the event with prizes awarded to Helen Hodges Ruth Pierce Anne Devereux Jeannette Troth in orations and to Frederick Imlay Mark Shoemaker in athletic contests. Prizes for younger students went to Miles Imlay Bart Groverman and Nathan Robertson Myron Stevens won the special event. The Chevy Chase Woman's Club served refreshments and several mothers were honored with bouquets for their support.
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Washington Post
Rockville
Bradley Lane
Rosemary Street
Chavy Chase Public School
Florence B. N. Barksdale
Helen Elizabeth Hodges
Ruth Pierce
Anne Devereux
Jeannette Troth
Grammar
Frederick Imlaic
Mark Shoemaker
Miles Imlay
Bart Groverman
Nathan Robertson
Myron Stevens
Liyncheon
Chavy Chase Woman's Club
Devereux
Death of Henry W. Clagett Prominent Prince Georges Politician
Special to The Washington Post Upper Marlboro June Henry Warren Clagett a prominent Republican and former president of the county commissioners died suddenly at his home near Rosaryville Prince Georges County He was over 70 and left one child Mrs Franke W BAU of Upper Marlboro His wife Miss Bowl ing of near Woodville died years ago Clagett born Mount Pleasant Upper Marlboro lived in the county all his life He was a supporter of Representative Sydney E Mudd.
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Prince Georges County
Washington Post
Upper Marlboro
Henry Warren Clagett
Maryland
Board of County Commissioners
Rosaryville
Miss Bowling
Woodville
Clagett
Mr. Clagett
Mount Pleasant
Sydney E. Mudd
Franke W. Bau
Will Meet Nordica's Body in Transit to Cremation
George W. Young sails from New York aboard the Emperator toward Marseille to await the body of his wife Mme Nordica who died in Batavia on May 17. Interment place undecided. Nordica had requested cremation and ashes placed with her mother in London. Funeral services may be held at King's Chapel in London where she and Mr. Young wed.
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New York
George W. Young
Emperator
toMarseille
Mme. Nidice
Batavia
Nordica
Norton
London
Police News Notes and Street Incidents Reported
Basil Postelwaite, ¢ years old, missing from 6 New Jersey avenue NW since yesterday noon. John Dixon of 121 Third street SW, knocked from a wagon, broken leg as horse bolted on Massachusetts Ave near Sixth. Charles Bradley, 11, of 39 North Royal St Alexandria VA struck by a Capital Traction car at 12th and Pennsylvania, bruises, treated at Emergency Hospital. Fire of unknown origin in John Simmons stable at 1204 Ohio Ave NW caused $100 damage. Second floor damage at Washington Woodworking Company, 1204 Ohio Ave NW, same amount.
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Basil Postelwaite
New Jersey Avenue
John Dixon
Third Street
Leventhal & Kinneberg
Massachusetts Avenue
Sixth Street
Charles Bradley
North Royal Street
Alexandria
Twelfth Street
Pennsylvania Avenue
John Simmons
Ohio Avenue Northwest
John Murrell
Washington Woodworking Company
McGovern Declares Senate Bid From Wisconsin
Madison June 6 Governor Francia McGovern formally announces candidacy for the Republican nomination to the United States Senate. He targets tariff policy, condemning the Underwood tariff act. Opponent for the nomination is Thomas Morris of La Crosse, lieutenant governor. Both run as Progressives with Morris in La Follette’s wing and McGovern aligned with Roosevelt. La Follette and Roosevelt have been invited to Wisconsin to bolster their candidates. So far John A. Aylward is the only Democratic hopeful for senator.
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Madison
Wis
Francia
McGovern
United States
Thomas Morris
la Crosse
Morris
la Follette
Roosevelt
Col. Roosevelt
Wisconsin
John A. Aylward
Miss Laird Weds W C Okie in Wilmington Church
Miss Charlotte Goldsborough Laird of Devon Pa and Albemarle and Warrenton Va married at Immanuel Episcopal Church Wilmington at 6 pm to William Olle a Wilmington area planter. Ceremony led by Rev William H Laird with Rev Dr William Caby Bell assisting. Brother William Winder Laird gave bride. Dr J Packard Laird best man. bridesmaids Martha Packsrd of Baltimore and H C Laird of Nortaik.
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Washington
Wilmington
N. C
Charlotte Goldsborough, Laird
Devon
Albemarle County
Warrenton
Immanuel Episcopal Church
William
Olle
William H. Laird
William Oaby Bell
Alexandria
Wilam Winder Laird
J. Packard Laird
Martha Packsrd
Baltimore
H. C. Laird
Nortaik
Overman Renominated by North Carolina Democrats
Raleigh June convention unanimously renominated United States Senator Lee O. Overman and Edward L. Travis for the North Carolina corporation commission. Hugh Chatham of Elkin was named permanent chairman as the meeting adopted a platform supporting canal tolls exemption repeal and reelecting a woman suffrage plank.
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Raleigh
United States Senate
Lee
Overman
North Carolina Corporation Commission
Edward L. Travis
Hugh Chatham
Elkin
Chaleman
Gourt Denies Frank Plea In Death Row Case
Attorneys for condemned Atlanta man Leo M. Frank prepared an appeal after Fulton County Superior Judge Ben H. Hill denied a motion to set aside the murder verdict. The ruling said the challenge to Frank’s constitutional rights was filed too late and outside the condemned man’s presence in court. Court circles expected an appeal to the Georgia Supreme Court, with possible later U.S. Supreme Court action.
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Atlanta
Jund
Ben H. Hill
Fulton County Superior Court
Leo M. Frank
Mary Phagan
Frank
Hult
State Supreme Court
Hill
United States Supreme Court
Freckles Remedy Promises Clear Complexion
An ad touts ethine-double strength othine as a cure for freckles and blemishes. It claims an ounce applied twice daily removes spots and improves skin, with a money back guarantee if ineffective. The offer targets those seeking a lighter complexion and clearer skin.
Delcasse May Be Premier After Viviani Declines
Reported French political scene says Delcasse expected to form cabinet as Viviani refuses. Observers note Germany’s alleged forgiveness of Delcasse amid anti German policy shifts. The Emperor invited Delcasse to Paris for a visit two years earlier but he declined due to planned explanations and national policy concerns.
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Poincare
Germany
M. Deldaise
Péeir
Tharl
Master Plumbers Indicted in Des Moines Case
Des Moines Iowa June 1 reports indictments returned against 38 officials and members of the National Association of Master Plumbers and state anti-trust authorities. The probe alleges the association has operated in violation of law since the 1800s and has conspired to interfere with the plumbing trade and suppliers.
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Des Moines
Towa
Wisherman ‘Antiinige
Iblis
Tha’ Na‘ida4l
Association of Master
Sulzer removal upheld by unanimous appellate court
The court of appeals unanimously upheld the motion to remove William Sulzer. The decision ends Sulzer's impeachment dispute, with the court issuing mandamus to recover his salary from the time of removal until the term would have expired.
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Trenday
Wiliam Sulzer
Bilzer
Sapigine
Mandimus
Eilpes
Submarine Tender Launched at Quincy Yard
The first U S Navy submarine tender launched at Fore River yard under Fulton. The vessel, about 22 feet long, will carry heavy oil engines and serve as a mother ship for a division of submarines, with an estimated speed of 14 knots. Mrs Alice Grary Sutcliffe of New York, Robert Fulton’s granddaughter, sponsored the launch.
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Quincy
Mass
Fulton
Fore River
Raibalding Company
United States Navy
Alice Grary Sutcliffe
New York
Robert Fulton
Blanchard Sails for Haiti as America Minister Designate
Arthur Baiily Blanchard hitherto secretary of the United States embassy in Tokyo sailed for Vancouver on the Empress of India en route to Haiti where he will serve as American Minister. Most diplomatic staff joined farewell ceremonies.
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Tokyo
Japan
Arthur Baiily Blanchard
United States
Yokohama
Vancouver
Haiti
Jury clears Gov Hodges in Topeka assault case
A Topeka jury ruled today that Governor George H Hodges is not liable for damages claimed by Tuella West of Wichita alleging an April incident in the governor’s office. West said Hodges struck her during a papers dispute connected to Frank Sullivan a convict. The jury deliberated about two minutes before reaching its verdict.
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Topexa
Kans
Tuella West
Wichita
George H. Hodges
Kansas
Train Kills Four In Auto Near Linneng Ma
A touring car carrying six people was struck by a Chicago Burlington and Quincy passenger train near Linneng Ma. Four people died including Elbert Thomas and his wife and daughter from Wheeting Mo and Mrs. Jesse Ray of Greencastle Mo. Jesse Ray and his daughter were seriously injured.
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Linneng
Chicago, Burlington and Quincy
Elbert Thomas
Wheeting
Jesse Ray
Greencastle
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