Two Mysterious Admirals Visit to California
A Washington Post weekly excerpt recounts Rear Admirals Cowles and Capps visiting San Diego and San Pedro for naval harbor planning, the reception by local business groups, and a cautious exchange on harbor improvements while rumors swirl about official connections and security. The piece blends political intrigue with naval journalism and notes the dignified, if guarded, hospitality extended to the officials.
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Navy Department
California
Tac
WB Cowles
Bureau of Equipment
W T Capps
Bureau of Construction and Repair
Cowles
Magis
Drother
Pacttte
San Diego
Navy Yard
Rotalon
Admirala 4
Chamber of Commerce
Admirala
Coates
Academn
Chamber of Ec
Ponty
Isa
Faygren
Cawley
Son Angelo
Secret Service Department
Los Angeles
Sm ‘Tiny
LCL
San Pedro
Angola
Pearls and duties stir New York fashion courts
The article details pearl necklace duties debated in New York including Citroen and Tiffany pieces. It covers government claims, importer defenses, court rulings, and the value of notable necklaces while noting related fashion and legal implications.
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Belere
L. Harrian Dulles
Philap Dodge
Ag Callad
Pearla
Deslern
Tiffany and Citroen
St Ie
Womans Home Companion
Europe
la Pollette
Fmen
New York 2
Mtation
Hernard Citroen
Dellvdand
Wiliam BH
Whous Huahand
Rock Island Road
Leeds
Tiffany
Parla
Morris Guggenheim
Birmingham Age-Herald Sys
York Atore
Neckinca
Gugwenheim
Nce
Richard Mansfeld
Fragmented lines reveal a garbled medical note
A garbled OCR passage references a person in a white apron and mentions chemical preparations. It hints at a medical or laboratory context but is largely unreadable with many nonsensical phrases and broken names.
German Accent and English Education of Royalty with Jewels Thefts
A historical article discusses King Edward VII and Emperor William II's German and English language development noting the king's German dominance at court and the Kaiser's English fluency. It compares royal language influence across households, citing the Empress Frederick and Empress Alexandra. It then reports on Lady Buchan’s jewel theft at Paddington, the recovery of gems from the Dudleys, and police reactions to high society jewel thefts at rail terminals.
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Democratic Party
Bryan
Chanler Gray
Daniel, Williams
Tulberson
Johnech Harmon
William J Brran
Basm
Bryan Ta
Edward Ja
Baron Stockmar
Queen Victoria
Queen Leopard
Belgium
Alstern
Christan II
Ger Nan
Great Britain
Prince Congorth
Meyer
Edward
Detingulahea
Willems
Ars
Howarda
Frederick
Stig
Germany
Sus
Prince Henry of
Prussia
Cxgrina
Russia
Darmatad
Gee
Buchan
Ha Hustom
London
Duke of Duchess of
India
Dudley
Paddington
Great Western Railroad
Lady Dudley
Thomas
Lord Dudley
Charleston
Walsham
Witham
Mathews
Raleigh
Supreme Court of Vapocaia
West Viretzia
Mathews Wan
Rodnox Dieta
Bhis
Unaien
Rodnce Dita
West Virginia
Tullonof
Nes of
Taurida
Nicolas
Vailey Resources
Trade
Eakins
HG Devin
Makar Belenky
Fairbanks
Werkly
Automobile Accidents Critique Side Effects and Safety
From the New Look Times a long critical piece examines a series of automobile accidents, noting failures of steering gear, reckless driving, and inadequate vehicle maintenance as root causes. It contrasts professional and amateur chauffeurs, warning that automation’s dangers rise with speed and complexity, urging repairs and safer practices.
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Jeter
Iskely
Thas
A New Fad in Brooklyn and a Coin Roller Tale
A Brooklyn buzz describes a new fad tied to a coin smashing stunt connected to a theater move. Reportedly a crowd, a woman tests a roller, placing a coin to see if it will be crushed as a long line of rollers passes over it, drawing cheers and disbelief. The piece weaves in references to Scottish royalty and historic lineage amid the street event.
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Roosevill
We Ssj
Witt Beatst
Intentenea
Bryan
Bran
Pantag
Grand Jury
Venango County
Pennsylvania Supreme Court
United States
Pennsylvania
Pennylvania Grand Jury
Antonio Gilardi
New Orleans
Maxwell
Central America
Vasa
Bad Burna
IBM
Black Knight
Lorne
Joan Queen Dowager
Scotland
Buchan
Lay
Beotland
Comyn
Bruce
Alexander Stewart
Wolf
Badenor
Robert II
Joan Stewart
France
James Stewart
Joan Jathers
New York
Brookly
Om|l
Pam
Baby on the page: a tender portrait of a newborn
A poetic, intimate description of a newborn baby with vivid imagery of dimples, bright hair, tiny feet, and heavenly innocence. The piece likens the infant to a fragrant flower and a beacon of light, conveying pure tenderness and radiant joy.
Chats of Visitors to the Capital Doomed Pacific Strategy Debate
Edward H Tinker recalls early life in North Adams Massachusetts and reflects on naval policy. He discusses sending battleships to the Pacific, building yards and docks, and how a two ocean power would shape future peace and commerce. He cites up to date routes from Hampton to Callao and strategic aims in 1908.
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Ctary
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Trinidad
Rito de Janeiro
Bandy Point
Atlantic
Straits of Magellan
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San Francisco
Elatesmen
Setatlone
United States
Zon
Wisconsin
Nebraska
Atliatic
Tasx
Calkern
Pacifo Coast
Edward H Tinker
Korth Adame
Mass
Hie Ind
Lincoln
Internal Revenue
Hansac
New England
North
Adama
Enz
Weat Hive
New York
Europe
Perdi Uon
The Hark in Gmoxing on Tobacco Use and Leisure
An analysis argues that extended leisure temptations tempt smokers to higher consumption. It weighs nicotine toxicity and cost, arguing moderation avoids lasting harm, cites Huxley and Lankester, and notes warning signs like dizziness or breathlessness that prompt quitting.
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Peanwon
Huxley
Lankester
Hall
Lone Man Struggles for Warmth On Frozen Sunday Morning
A West Philadelphia man wakes before dawn to find his front door blown shut by wind and the cold. In bare feet and pajamas he climbs a brick path, fences, and roofs to a back porch window he finds open, drawing curious glances from neighbors as he seeks shelter.
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Fish
Therl
Aye Pullman Company
West Philadelphia
Smith
Jones
Nome
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