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17 May 1908

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Washington Post

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Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America

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May 17, 1908

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26

Over Timber A Kentucky boy rides to triumph in national steeplechase

Curly, a Kentucky boy raised among horses, pursues a dream of ownership and glory. After his father’s death and family hardship, he finds backing with Mr Rice, trains Bony, overcomes rivals and deceit in a dramatic National Steeplechase, narrowly wins by a head, and inherits the farm through a race-day payout.

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Real Yellow Peril Rise of China's 40 Million Army Fears

A French expert warns Europe that within ten years China could field a thoroughly trained army of 40 200 000 soldiers with plans for 6 000 000 in reserve and six arsenals turning out rifles. He notes disciplined modern forces, cadet systems, and rising costs offset by light tax, signaling a fierce challenge to Western powers.

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Stubborn Snake Indians Reported in Oklahoma County

From the Baltimore American a Muskogee observer describes the Snake Indians in McIntosh County Oklahoma as civilized and literate yet uniquely stubborn. They refuse to sign papers, decline contact with suspected government agents, and avoid mail to prevent loss of ancestral rights, reportedly hindering political participation.

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Crow Nest Breach Shocks Allentown Fair Scene

Allentown Dispatch reports Philadelphia requisition after crows raid Eckert farm. John W Eckert, president of the Allentown Fair, orders destruction of crow nests. A hired man finds a thimble, thread, spectacles, and a $50 brooch on nest during spring.

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Guatemala Railroad Complete After Thirty-Five Years

The Guatemala Railroad, a 273 mile line begun thirty six years ago and completed now, will haul coffee and bananas and connect Guatemala City with the Atlantic coast Puerto Barrios. The project, delayed by engineering hurdles, shortens transit from New York to Guatemala City from a month to about a week and shifts banana distribution to Puerto Barrios from Costa Rica’s Port Simon.

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