RANCH PARADE AT NE DISTRICT GROUNDS ATTRACTS MASSIVE CROWDS
Thousands of spectators gathered at Fifteenth and H Streets Northeast to watch a circus setup by Pisins men and Wagons, with 1800 volunteers, horses and riding acts. A bustling morning rail yard scene led to a crowded grounds show featuring equestrian displays, marching tents, and planned performances today along the avenue.
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German naval secrets claim by German American
Charles Von Weinenberg a 43 year old German American, arrested in the Southern Railway yards of Alexandria, says he obtained information on battle ships to write feature stories. He carried a book detailing ship displacement and guns. He arrived in Alexandria en route to Washington when detained by Special Officer Congin for investigation.
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Peril Not Seen From Comet Brightening In May
Astronomers report no atmospheric peril from the comet’s approach though aurora could appear. Observations focus on the tail’s behavior, luminous masses, and nucleus while solar storms may link to cometary disturbances. Astronomers at Allegheny Observatory plan photography and structure studies May 24.
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Boy Misamy Delays Cause Parents Apprehension
A six year old boy, son of Edward Williams, wandered after Sunday school and spent hours watching trains at Union Station before returning home. Police conducted a search. The Old Dominion Boat Club governors met to plan improvements to the boathouse and handle routine business.
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Ideals of Insurgents Rally For Democratic Reform
The Washington Post reports Senator Hobert W. Owen of Oklahoma told a small audience at the Columbia Theater, backed by the American Civic Alliance, that insurgents in Washington seek to restore governance by purging the party of commercial piracy. He argues the greatest evil is the influence of business interests over party and government, a view echoed by many insurgents and Democrats alike.
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Dr Gibbs Convalescent for Congressional Nomination
Fragments report Dr Gibbs convalescing at hospital with pneumonia and James Brown nominated for Democratic congressional race. The text mentions other names and a nomination process but is fragmented and unclear.
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Mrs Bet te B Carter Dead in Orange Virginia
Mrs Bet te B Carter wife of Thomas W Carter a poulmasier at Orange Virginia died at a local hospital early this morning after a brief illness of less than two weeks. The body will be taken to Warrenton Virginia for burial tomorrow afternoon. Mrs Carter was the daughter of A F Fletcher of Warrenton and survived by her husband and four children.
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Notable uncertainty on comet tail reach in Royal Society view
London experts doubt Halley’s comet tail length reaches Earth and doubt its visible effect. The note from the British Royal Astronomical Society suggests tails are highly attenuated, with possible faint sky illumination if Earth passes through the tail’s extreme region.
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Safe passage through Halley tail, says Prof Mitchell
Prof Mitchell of Columbia University explains that passing through Halley’s comet tail on May 8 poses no harm. He notes cyanogen presence in the tail is minute and would not affect Earth’s atmosphere, given the tail’s low density and distance.
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No Physical Effect From Comet Tail Claims
An observer argues that comet tails pose no physical impact on Earth. He cites observations of stars through vast distances with no light diminution and discusses material in tails as small particles. He mentions light pressure theory and solar magnetic disturbances as explanations for tail disturbances in historical comets.
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Speculative theories on Halley tail effects
Professor J M Schaeberle of Ann Arbor says data are insufficient to forecast what the earth’s passage through Halley's comet tail will cause. Predictions remain speculative as studies proceed at a temporary station miles from Ann Arbor focusing on the whole-sky view and certain terrestrial phenomena.
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Earth’s Passage Through Halley’s Comet Observed At Lick Observatory
A Washington Vost article from Lick Observatory discusses Halley’s comet passing Earth and its expected negligible impact on life. It notes possible atmospheric electrical changes and aurora effects, describes comet composition, and outlines planned observations including tail behavior, meteors, and aurora spectrum to assess any intensification of the night sky.
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Gases From Comet Will Stay Far From Earth
Dr McHugh Spee reports at The Watsatan Post Greencastle that gases released by the celestial visitor will not reach Earth. He says the tail, about 5,000,000 miles wide, will sweep past the planet at a safe distance with friction unlikely to affect Earth's atmosphere.
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NO HARM IN COMET Rev Copp Calls Halley a celestial celebration
Rev Zed Copp at Bethany Chapel says Halley’s comet is an exhibition of God's mastery not a doom omen. He argues the phenomenon warns humanity to seek eternity and should not be viewed with fear or superstition.
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Interest in Tail's Motion at Washington Pun Princeton Kh
No special observations planned here. The tail of Halley's comet is described as consisting of fine gaseous or gold particles. The text notes no perceptible effect anticipated beyond apparent motion.
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Comet Lore Books and Articles in Public Library Catalog
The Public Library lists books and magazine articles on comets and Halley’s comet, including authors such as Bouvier, Emerson, Proctor, Moulton, and Warren. It notes general astronomy works, plus specialized items detailing origin, history, observations, and notable phenomena, with an annotated index of 1910 magazine pieces and a pointer to the Scientific American and Supplement.
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Flood of meteoric particles from comet tail may light sky
The article discusses a debated theory that sunlight may drive a large meteoric flood from a comet's tail toward Earth, potentially creating a flaming sky over the hemisphere. It argues the spectacle would be magnificent yet terrifying, noting the Pacific region as the likely view while others fear looming disaster.
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Harvard Observatory notes on comet tail effects in Cambridge
Director C Pickering and astronomer Robert Wilson of Harvard College discuss minute gas particles and potential atmospheric darkening as Earth enters a comet tail. Teon Campbell adds that a luminous display is probable, while noting no theory of the tail. May day observations from Cambridge Mass.
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Poison story shocks Marengo county nursing case
An 18 year old Black girl employed as a nurse by Daris Collins, a wealthy planter, faced arrest after a baby of three months died, allegedly from poisons given by the mother who refused a Birmingham trip. The county is tense as the young suspect is guarded and under interrogation amid the investigation.
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Raleigh guests flee hotel after false fire alarm
Panic swept the Raleigh Hotel on Twelfth Street and Penneyloats Avenue Northwest as an automatic alarm on the eighth floor triggered. Guests rushed from rooms and crowded elevators and corridors until staff reassured them there was no fire, with several evacuations before the all clear.
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Democrats Weigh Foss Support Against Lodge For Senate
A scratched editorial contemplates Democratic backing for Foss to defeat Lodge in the next Senate race. It argues Republicans are split and Democrats may join with independents to unseat Lodge, predicting Democrats will rally to Foss if Old Guard fears a strong challenge.
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Counting Beveridge's Foes and the Anti Beveridge Drive
Friends of Beveridge seek to measure opposition to his reelection amid a Republican push against him. A Sebastian of charges, led by Featrick, probes the anti Beveridge movement, naming Kenling and Kealing as partisans in the plot to rally Republicans who would oppose Beveridge. The investigation expands to other districts as the rift between Beveridge and Wadebank supporters widens.
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Halley the English Astronomer and Navigator Remembered
A nostalgic portrait honors Edmond Halley born in London in 1656 as a prodigy and key figure in science. It notes his work with Isaac Newton, funding Newtons Principia, proving gravitation across celestial bodies, predicting Halley’s Comet, and his roles at the Royal Society Greenwich Observatory and as a navigator and educator.
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