Death and politics at the dawn of the New York era
The piece recalls Justice Rufus W. Peckham's death and its political impact, noting his long service on the U S Supreme Court and the implications for Tammany-era New York. It also surveys the Delaware class dreadnoughts, praising naval progress, future trials, and the potential shift in global naval power.
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New York
J. Tammany
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Rufus W Leckham
Toned States Supreme Court
Hennin Newark
Supreme Court
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Hooburrone
Txle Publaazers
Ps Ktam
Adam
Senator Tillman S Laments Amid Political Debates
The passage reflects Senator Tillman's lament over political conflicts and leadership in the Senate. It discusses factions, leadership qualities, and the influence of figures like Patrick McCarren on party discipline and loyalty, highlighting the interplay between personal power and party aims.
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Las Ct
Puubetts
Toposim
Gel
Mason and Bron
Senate
Jusues Jones Dane Poohrt
Heylow
Tari Wat
Conductek
Sympathetic appeals spark debates on rights and tests
Writers discuss communications and scientific tests in Milan as a symbolic stage for progress. Taft’s stance toward the South is examined, praising unity and contrasting regional loyalties, while Mrs. Pankhurst’s methods are harshly criticized in American discourse on suffrage and reform.
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Milan
Secon
Mme Eusapla
Ufe
After Diaz the Deluge in Mexico Capital in Danger
Mexican congressman Heriberto Barron warns that a political and financial shift in Mexico endangers one billion dollars of American capital invested in securities mines and properties. He notes Diaz seeks outside support, Taft talks, and evolving demand for genuine democratic participation against Diaz autocracy.
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Diaz
Mexico
Heriberto Barron
Congress
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Barron
Taft
United States
Washington
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Ding
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Diew
Protecting the Seals with Gatling Guns in Pribilof Islands
Washington dispatch reports heavy armament and a strong guard on the Pribilof Islands to deter pelagic sealing depredations. Gatling guns, mountain howitzers, and Krag rifles protect rookeries at St George and St Paul as revenue cutters circle the area. The North American Commercial Company holds a lease to take 1500 fur seals annually under strict size and age exemptions.
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Japan
United States
Dir Lembkey
St George and
St Paul
Lembkey
Oday Tt
Connecion 15
Unalaska
Two Japanese Visitor’s View on American Manners and Taste
In a discussion with a Japanese official, Klarper reports that he found Americans polished yet blunt. The visitor noted two defining traits: bad manners born from frenetic activity and bad taste, while acknowledging underlying generosity and kindness in American culture.
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Long Journey to Wed For Clara Beck and Keppler
Clara Beck of Mansfield starts a 10000 mile voyage to marry Earnest Keppler former Big Four chief clerk. They will meet in Manila after possible Canton ceremony. Friends send two trunkfuls of wedding gifts with daily openings set from Hong Kong to Manila.
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Cleveland
Genter Mies
Clara Beck
Mansfield
Earnest Keppler
Big Four Railway
Keppler
Manila
Mus Beck
Hongkong
China
Canton
Miss Beck
Salem Board Bans Dust Emission From Premises
The Salem Massachusetts Board of Health approves an ordinance forbidding any factory, store, or private residence to blow or shake dust out of doors addressing air quality concerns within the city.
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Salem
the Board of Health of
Salem, Mass
Racconigi Castle and a Troublesome Prince Ghika
A lengthy descripive piece details Racconigi Castle near Turin with its medieval and modern layers, royal associations with Charles Albert and Victor Emmanuel, and Park decorations. It then chronicles Albert Ghika, a dubious Albanian pretender backed by Australian funds, his alleged marriages and escapades, and his limited, controversial incursions into Albania, contrasted with his claimed title and lack of real leadership.
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Siure
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Baward
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Ghika
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Spain
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Ross
Luy
Mareot
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Wopsright
Brentwod Company
Flan Monster Warship Designers Weigh Battleship Sizes
Washington dispatch to the New York Tribune surveys forthcoming naval trials at Midvale Steel Works near Philadelphia and tests at Indian Head. Secretaries Meyer and naval officials debate whether two new battleships should be built with twelve 12 inch guns or ten 14 inch guns, or a larger 50,000 ton design with twelve 14.5 inch guns. Displacement, dry dock capacity, and strategic power shape the choice amid questions about future navy increases.
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Matne
Spain
Sampson
Cerveras
Santiago
Oregon
Indiana
Bob
Brooklyn
Admiral Schley
North Dakota
Congress
England
Germany
U Weiromed
Washington Deputsh
New York Tribune
Midvale
Nevel
Boam
Passing of Plug and Frock in Memphis and manners talk
In Memphis committees of business men plan to greet the President in style without salt hats or frock coats. The piece argues fashion shifts reflect civilization gains and notes social ostracism fades as formal dress loses its grip. Also a comic domestic scene shows Mr Compton debating household finances with his witty wife as she outwits his budgeting.
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Indianapolis
Nowa
Memphis
Pris
Compton
Mr. Compton
Paris Letter Warns of Balloon Defects and Risks
A writer recalls a French engineer Gandilson warning two years ago about fragile safety margins in dingible balloons. The account notes a Verdun test at 43 kmh, stressing parts near failure, and compares to fragile soap bubble like craft. Also includes unrelated animal anecdote about a shepherd and sheep.
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London
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M Gandilson
Iehmesh
Verdun
Derelict to Be Prom Puck Passenger Years Hence
A cryptic note mentions a derelict spotted near the races beyond Saturn as government experts recount a fall from a car 16 years ago last month. The fragment hints at pursuing a collision by any means to syndicate a risky plan.
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Saturn
Ali
World's Greatest Market Noted In Nomt of Nijnl Novgorod
Wires report the world's greatest market place lies in the relatively unknown town of Nijnl Novgorod in Russia. The annual fair gathers merchants from Asia and Europe and records business totaling about $50,000,000 in six weeks.
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Russia
Asa
Europe
Weather Service Praised As Storm Warnings Save Life
The piece argues the weather bureau provides timely forecasts that save life and property along the coast, especially during hurricanes and floods. It notes general regional predictions are useful, while precise storm warnings are its most valuable function, aiding shipping, orchard owners, and residents. It contrasts broad forecasts with specific, life-saving alerts.
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United States
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Tate
Weather Bureau
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Pennsylvania
Bureau
Hay
Jim
The Alpine Climber and the Faithful Blond Scribe
An Alpine ascent tale unfolds with a climber roping with guides and a blond stenographer who records every thousand feet conquered. At dawn the climber reaches the crag and signs an affidavit to prove he gained the mountain, with witnesses and a retinue observing the ascent.
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Ang
Stevo
Alpine Club
Views of Visitors in Washington on Ohio Gubernatorial Race
A visitor notes Republicans show reluctance to nominate a governor candidate against Harmon. He predicts no strong challengers and cites mixed voter sentiment about Harmon’s administration. The piece also recalls advertising pioneer Phineas T Barnum and a veteran showman’s reflections on circus promotion.
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Avenor
Ohio
J . Firestone
Columbus
Arington
Harmon
Embi
Phineas T Barin
Jono T Doris
Lincoln
Barin
Dorly Wa
Sevanths
Doris
Barnum
Dora
America
Rome
Davis
Maonkes
Prophesied Jerusalem Revival and 19th Century Political Clash
Fragmented notes claim Chaetian Burials at Jerusalem and Tom Marshall as future president, with Jacob Waver of Gorbed Ind and Willard claims about business savvy. Mentions Indiana politics, gravestone vaults, and a mix of political and social quips from the era.
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Tuhana Burns
Jacob Waver
Willard
Waser
Marshall
Inummn
Crusaderk
Almanxe
Franenwans
Oder
Grav
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Thdiana
Garden
Geth
Azo
Churen
Lee Oe
Bae
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Wan
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Indiana
Political views swirl around Harmon in Chicago notes
The text discusses Harmon’s administration and appointments, noting his wariness and permissive stance. Adjt Gen Weyprecht is praised as a standout Harmon supporter, while Firestone contrasts Harmon with Tartland. George Marshall is predicted to win Columbus mayor, with Republicans confident about the Twelfth District congressional race.
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Bulinens
Gow
Harmons
Watters
Weyprecht
Unio
Columbus
Firestone
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