Peary Controversy Draws Aal Denmark Sightseeing Crew
In Copenhagen the Cook Peary dispute stirs Danish interest as Dr Cook is favored by many. Greenland clergyman Rev Ludwig accuses Peary of Eskimo manipulation and leaving families on ice. Borchgrevink urges Geneva judges to review Cook records. Roosevelt crew tours New York museums before exhibit plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Borchgrevink
Geneva Society
Cook
Copenhagen
Denmark
Greenland
A. D. Lud Wg
Cape York
Ile
Peary
Inent
Peary Polar Crew Honors At Museums And Gardens
Members of Commander Peary's party tour New York visiting the Museum of Natural History the Bronx Zoo and the botanical gardens. They view Peary s sledge at the museum and an entire wing dedicated to him while the crew disperses tomorrow amid Broadway lights and ashore sightseeing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peary
Museum of Natural History
Botanical Gardens
Bronx
Park
Aquarium
Zoological Garden
Clager Range
Roosevelt
Broadway
Tme
Nime
Fin
Tlaome
F. A. Cook
Death notices from Ottawa area 1909 obituaries and services
Notices report several deaths on October 6 and 7 1909 including Varne lia Buchanan wife of James Buchanan with funeral at Saint Dominies Church and interment at Glenwood Cemetery Eliza Ellis widow of Joseph Miller to be buried from Cottage Hill church services at Saint Marys Holy Names Sisters and other bereaved relatives attend. Also Annie Blay and Mary Thomas announced with funeral arrangements and interments at local cemeteries. David Fyard Mary Williams and Elizabeth Foster named among the bereaved with services planned across October 7 1909.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buchanan
N.m
Slides Hospital
Varnelia
James Buchanan
Nolte
Riveral
T Juardan
Toad
Dabey
von Kerry
Ireland
Dominies Church
Millid
Eliza Ellis
Joseph Miller
Punecal
Shanes
Frank Grier
Alfred Bias
Miomas
Mary Bo Thomas
Nidence
F Street
Kingty Behe Howers
Wie
Sams
Marua
Elwie
David’t
Honjimia Fyard
Marya
Williams
Mary Elizabeth
Witla BO Fost Satie
Fragmented notice text from historic paper list
The readable fragments show a notice involving marriage and death listings. Names, dates, and local newspaper references are partially legible, with garbled surrounding text. The piece reads like a public notice section from a regional Herald or Dispatch page, lacking complete details.
Dry food amount for survival, Wiley says
Government food expert Dr Harvey Wiley states a man can live on about 1 percent of his body weight in dry food daily, with dogs needing a similar share. He discusses calories, pemmican, and whether such rations would suit Arctic expeditions, noting variations by activity and climate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cook
Port
Harvey W. Wiley
Post
Br. Wiley
Ives
Anita
Tropics
Treeso
Licensed to Marry A Patchwork List of Couples
A fragmented OCR item lists numerous potential marriages under license across Virginia and neighboring areas. Names include Jamie P Jennings and Clara L Cole. Emerson Dennis and Nariaa Savage. Harry A Dunan and Amos M Bbeq. William H Gindlega and Margaret V Bowulen. Hezekiah Tingley and Maria Ditard. John A Chisholm and Gertrude Strand. Walter F Scout and Ramsala Harden. Willie H Jackson and Grace L Griggaby. Rev. ministers named alongside each couple.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jamie P. Jennings
Clara L. Cole
Margaret V. Bowulen
O'Connell
Hezekiah Tingley
Maria ¥. Ditard
Carrotham
John A. Chisholm
Gertrude Strand
A. J. Tyt
Walter F. Scout
Ramsala Harden
Polar drift and the pole quest discussed by Baldwin
A Portland telegram examines polar drift claims by Mr Baldwin and Nansen style drifting. It argues east west drift cannot reach the pole and notes the Arctic ice moves across the polar basin toward the Greenland Sea. The piece suggests northward drift is needed for an excursion and remarks current knowledge limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baldwin
North’ Pole
Portland
Polar Basin
Siberian’Ocean
Greenland Sea
Pole
Nansen
Franz Jose
Arctic Sea
Greenland
Spitzbergen
Polar Sea
Ice Drift Theory Debated by Arctic Explorer Bierce
Ambrose Bierce notes Arctic ice movements defy simple eastward drift. He cites a diagram showing ice floes moving in multiple compass directions, arguing an ice floe crossing the pole can head any bearing. The piece, dated Washington October 7, explores geometry of polar drift and Mr Baldwin’s views.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polar
Ambrose Bierce
Washington
Dr Explorer Defends Longitude Claim From Eskimo Tales
Dr Frederick A. Cook disputes Peary reports about Eskimo testimony on his Arctic voyage. He says observations for longitude near the pole are feasible with an artificial horizon and chronometer. University of Kansas professor Dyche supports the method. Cook dismisses Peary and Eskimo charts as unimportant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
Kansas City
Frederick A. Cook
Cook
Ts. I. Dyche
University of Kansas
Explorer
Prof. Dyche
Penry
Whea
Willard Flies Four Times at Virginia State Fair
Willard in a Curtiss aeroplane completed four flights at the Virginia State fair in Richmond on October 7. Spidel and Hal joined the spectacle with two laps around the track while Willan planned a fifth flight. Officials deemed a further turn dangerous and crowded spectators struggled to reach the course as police worked to separate the crowd after the setup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spidel
Richmond
Fuste
Willard
Hal
Willan
Hale and hearty at 102 in Maryland
Special to The Washington Post on October 7 reports Mrs. Saran Trott of Maryland, the oldest woman in the state, will celebrate her 102nd birthday tomorrow. She is in good health and well preserved, has eight children from four generations, five grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren, and no great great grandchildren.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Post
Baltimore
Saran Trott
Maryland
Gen Greely on Cook Peary Polar Claim Not Discussed
General Greely refused to discuss questions about Cook or Peary. He said the issue should be decided by the American people once all evidence is provided. Greely reaffirmed belief that both men reached the north pole and noted Cook's long time to civilization should not hurt Win's standing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Fort
Boston
Mass
Greely
Cook
Peary
North
North Pole
Fearful Fall in Fog Danger in Crossing Alps
Edgar W. Mix of Ohio wins the Gordon Bennett balloon race from Zurich. The voyage from Zurich to Ostrolenko involved fog, rain, and peril as guide rope tangled with farmhouses and a fortress. Peasants and police interactions are noted amid the dramatic descent and rescue. Arthur F. Statter named customs agent to Seattle with supervisory duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Edgar W. Mix
Cotukabua
Ohio
Zurich
Warsaw
Constance
Bavarian Alps
Konigstadt
Waldenburg
Brestay
Gustava
America
Ostrulenko
Ostrolenko
St Petersburg
A. F. Statter
Arthur F. Statter
Secretary of the Treasury
Seattle
Pacific Coast
Mr. Statters
Peary to Send Records From Columbia to Marsh Pole
Commander Peary will forward original tidal records and profile of soundings from Columbia to the marsh pole to the coast and geodetic survey. The telegram dated South Harpswell Me says no final report yet, but original lidar records and profile of soundings from Columbia to the pole will be transmitted shortly to Frank W. Perkins, acting chief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia
Marsh Pole
Peary
Coast and Geodetic Survey
South Harpswell
Frank W. Perkins
Pole
Curtiss and Aviators Stage Dirigible Exhibition Over Forest Park
In St Louis on October 1 Gloria Curtiss powered three dirigible flights above Forest Park witnessed by about 40,000 spectators. An engine failure cut the final flight short as a rudder cable snapped on landing. Roy Knabenshue, Lincoln Beachey, and Thomas Baldwin also gave dirigible exhibitions with mixed success. An industrial parade highlighted centennial events and polar explorer Frederick Cook was later slated to ride in a prominent bicycle-powered show car.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Gloria H. Curtise
Forest Park
Curtiss
George Francois Ozmfnt
Farman
Rheims
Latham
A. A. Robinson
St.Louis
Roy Knabenshue
Lincoln Beachey
Thomas Baldwin
Ball of Nations
Thercoliaeum
Dr. Federick &. Cook
Nervous Dyspepsia And Neurasthenia
Neurasthenia or nervous exhaustion is described as a weakening condition with irritability insomnia headaches and poor memory. The text promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as the cure, claiming they digest food and rebuild nerves, with a free sample offer from the A. Sierra Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tormert
Stuart
Amd
A, Siete Co
Ware Ede
Wright Demonstrates Reassembled Airplane at College Park
Wilbur Wright and students tested the reassembled biplane at College Park aviation shed after bringing it from Fort Myer. The engine ran for three minutes on the first cranking, with Lieut Lahm and Priv. Idzorek assisting. Improvements include a new tower and a heated yard, while officials and aero clubs show interest in hosting the first international aviation meet, now facing a potential hurdle from College Park prohibition laws.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
College Park
Begum
Maryland
Wilbur Wright
Colilexe Park
Fort Myer
Léhm
Wright
Leutenant
Wrehht
Lieut
Labo
Idzorek
Lahm
Unideo
Gigtal Corps Aviation College
Lieut Lahm
Aviation College
Signal Corps
TM. Howard
Washington
Gen
Allen
Maj. Squier
College
Park Sho
Te Park
Baltimore
Baltimore Aero Clubs
Courland Fieig’ Bishop
The
Aero Club of America
Europe
New York
Births and notices from health office roster
Births and marriages listed with multiple names in a dense, OCR damaged ledger. Includes Willig J and Mere Ei Maroney, Grace Goltes, Nora Osborne, Beagla Herbert, William Scott, John Greener, Anoc M. Scott, George and Avice Sprigy, Hood, Wellvel alley pat, and various notes on admissions and hospital terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willig J
Mere Ei Maroney
W. Ho
Grace Goltes
Bay
Advert W
Nora
D. Osborne
Gtr
Tenry
Beagla R. Herbert
Bava
Faanie Weinbeng
Itl
William H
Anog M. Scott
Bor
Y Juhn
Mabel Greener
Bene
Daly Oy
Donn
Wlorenen
Beerard
Gist
Joho
Jana Mary
Burkey
Soy
Robart
Mer
George
Avice
Aprigy
Sumpol Hood Ablebe
Tees
Mary EH
Heaning
Wellvel
Alley Pat
Barts Girieat
D.C
Witttem
Ool Viekine
Wilihest
Gove Hoop
Tapia Ie
Riesen Prnpels Dowalok
TAL Cpl
Pape's Diuretic Promises Quick Kidney Relief
A recent ad claims Pape's Diuretic swiftly cures disordered kidneys bladder and urinary issues. It touts immediate healing cleansing and vitalizing effects on kidneys and glands and urges prompt use for symptoms like backache or rheumatism. The pitch asserts worldwide availability from Cincinnati makers and urges buying only this treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pape
Ruraist
Poarmaciet
Pape, Thompson & Pape
Cincinnati
Prizes for Two Balloons In Aero Club Races
Officials in St Louis prepared the official results of balloon races begun Monday. L H Von Publ and C B Harmos won chief event honors with distance and endurance prizes, setting a new American height record. Von Publ said he entered for sport and noted a near-ground flight to beat high-altitude rivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Aero ‘Clubs of
L. von Publ
New York
C. B. Harmos
Chandler
United States Army
Loura UL
von Publ
O'Reilly
Minn
Indias
Magill and Shaver
Albany
Mins
Centennial
Honewell
Silken
Ale
Greveland
Wade and Morgan
Atarander City
Univerali
Berty and Fox
Mooraville
Waite
Tara
Harman and Post
Butua
Foramerx
Arnald Ald
Taylor
Kuebel
Ark
von Puhl
Nebraska
Iowa
Brooklyn man Bebro convicted of bank fraud and swindles
Harry Benson, alias Bebro of Brooklyn, found guilty by the criminal court and sentenced to five years penal servitude for frauds tied to bankrupt Fairhams Bank which he founded. Prosecutors say he defrauded over 500 victims and 14 600 more through the International Securities Corporation. Bebro sobbed as he claimed acts of charity in America and alleged prison sentiments in New York papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Harry Benson
Brooklyn
Bebro
Fairhams Bank
International Securities Corporation
America
Lfe
New York
Chicago to Cut Salaries Across City Officials
Chicago plans a ten percent salary cut for all city officials and workers, from Mayor Busse at 18,000 down to the lowest laborer, starting next year. The move aims to reduce the payroll from last year’s about 15 million dollars and requires city council approval amid expected political pushback.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Busse
Wilson
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York
Borenpeevink
Av Rebion
American Geographical Society
Borcingrevink
Geographic Society of Geneve
Lebhel Peary
Nataat Viakazy
Archer M. Hayting
American Geographic Society
Roquevelt
Matt Henson
Milhoat
Morning Vew
Proon Tierg Dispatch
Lenre Taurnal Tr Dealer
Toehater Herald
Stir Times
SU Laws
Pioneer Bross
Pond Cates
Aruse Pael Standard
Philsaerinis
P. Zurhorst
Rtaker
Emdalner
Weonats ‘Pieters
East Capriot A. Y
William Lee
Commodions CromMechim
Modeat
Pri BR. Talnghona Sala
John R. Wright CO
Weral
Erikalers
R.F. B. Harvey's ‘Sons
Miniate
Jenkins
W. R. Speare
N. W
Lural
Blagkibtones
MGR
Reacy Cee Eer
Dr. Wiley
Wansen
Virginia
Hale and Hearty
Gen. Greely
Roth
Mix
Alps
Fortress of
Wallenburg
Wires Coast Survey
Dirigiblea
Healte Office Record
St Louis I
von Pub
Mule- Jac Lake
Lake Superior
Harry Bebro
Camry City
Schmedte Bros
Aiewan
Igtantiol
Schwedige Bros. Jewelers and
Seventh Street
Abe. John.hansen
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