Farmers urged to keep records for 1910 census plan
Washington officials unveil steps to ease the April 15 1910 agricultural census. Durand directs special agents and state boards to reach farmers through colleges institutes and the press. Farmers to record 1909 operations acreage equipment livestock and sales with penalties for false or missing data to ensure accurate nationwide counts.
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Panama politics warming in Colon as parties clash
Special Cable reports rising antagonism between local parties on the Isthmus ahead of midterm elections. In Colon the constitutionian weekly La Ola, published by former municipal treasurer Rateel, faces opposition from rivals who deny its Hibelsi but no prosecutions have occurred to date.
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Train robber held as suspect in Pennsylvania Express theft
Police in Lewistown hold Joseph Gordafa of St Louis, age 35, on 400 bail after arrest for a Pennsylvania Railroad express robbery the prior Tuesday. Authorities doubt a connection, viewing him as a possible ordinary tramp awaiting further hearing tomorrow.
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Prosperity Boost Seen in July 1909 Building and Trade
Department of Commerce and Labor reports rising activity in 100 large U.S. cities with July 1909 building permit values up more than 20 million versus July 1908. Other gains include wool, footwear, lumber, livestock, and increased rail traffic with 285 822 cars moved, while hog receipts fall and foodstuffs receipts dip. The report asserts renewed prosperity though notes coverage only includes 200 largest cities.
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Crop Yields Increasing in Optimistic Agricultural Bulletin
A forthcoming Agricultural Department bulletin by Prof Milton Whitney argues U S crop productivity is rising overall despite farm-level deterioration. It notes cereal yields have increased for decades and compares soil composition in the United States with Europe, highlighting Wheat per acre figures across many states.
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Narwhal's Deep Plunge Ends Test Off Race Point
The Narwhal submarine torpedo boat completed a final test six miles off Race Point, diving deep and enduring immense water pressure. Reports describe the vessel sealed and relieved, noting prior trials of sailors’ points and endurance runs.
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Market Rest Amid Strong Week in Stocks and Cotton Report
A Washington Post summary notes a week of stock market rest and recuperation after nervous activity, with August’s volatility easing and market stability restored. It highlights strong steel shares, rising production, and hopeful indications for cotton yield despite a poor government report.
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Car surplus dwindles as shortages loom in Sept report
Special to The Washington Fest from Chicago notes rising agricultural, industrial, and mining activity reflected in the fort nightly car surplus statement by American Hallway Association head Mr Hale. By September the overall surplus fell by over 40000 to settle above 1000 cars af an nis, marking the smallest surplus since last October amid regional shortages. Hale says the reduction is six weeks ahead of last year, signaling a larger shortage this year.
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Vessel fleet growth report cites 17 961 tonnage
A government bulletin notes that during August, the United States registered a total vessel tonnage of 17 961. It lists 10 sail and 68 steam wooden vessels, and 2 sail and 6 steam steel propelled boats, as part of the ongoing shipbuilding within the year.
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Iron Trade Sees Vitality Amid Strong Finished Steel Demand
New York reports show robust activity in the iron trade with finished steel products displaying vigor and rising prices. Contracts for pig iron and rails surge, with August totals reaching about 200000 tons and week totals around 30000 tons for New York houses, while eastern furnaces raise prices and seek supplies across ores, scrap, and coke.
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Big Guns Boom at Forts During Ten Day Maneuvers
Baltimore observes annual artillery drills as US regulars and Maryland National Guard units encamp near batteries at Forts Noward Armistead and Fort Howard. Lieut W D Young and H Z Thomas command the local company stationed near a 12 inch gun. Night alarms and target practice with palecaliber rounds planned, plus channel mining exercises and floating target trials by government boats.
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Cruiser Squadron Returns to Hampton Roads for Labor Day
Fort Monroe Virginia reports the armored cruiser squadron The New York North Carolina and Montana arrive from the Gulf area and anchor near Hampton Roads The battleship Kansas also drops anchor for supply and drill The forecast suggests favorable battle practice conditions Labor Day observances include a memorial window unveiling at St Thomas Episcopal Church Banegok Maryland
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London guards cash less trading in Americans
London markets show cautious tone as American stocks and South African shares attract attention. Shipping activity in Berlin and Paris remains steady while fears of gold demand linger. European securities rally on tariff settlements and favorable conditions despite a quiet Paris bourse.
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Storm Season at Rand Hurled by West Indian Hurricanes
The hydrographic office of the United States navy released statistics on zybsonic storms and West Indian hurricanes threatening the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. Investigations show peak activity in September and October with storms originating near the Leeward Islands and sometimes Cape Verde. Storms move northwest at about 400 miles daily, then swing northwest to the coast from Key West to Norfolk and accelerate northeastward, causing the greatest damage along this coast. From 1878 to 1877, six destructive West Indian hurricanes were recorded in September and three in October.
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Raiston B Coffin Dead and Yale Athlete Dies After Surgery
Special to The Washington Post reports Raiston B Coffin a Columbia and Yale athlete dies at his parents home in New York at age 19 in his twenty seventh year. He rowed varsity crews at Columbia and Yale and played football. Coffin joined Coin Co bond dealers and was a member of the Book and Snake Society. He left Yale after two years on the novelty crew and was in good health until six weeks ago when a liver surgery became necessary.
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French Embassy to Erect New Paris Style Building in Washington
Paris architect M Bexmler and a team will visit to prepare plans for a French embassy residence in a landmark Beaux Arts style. Ground was bought years ago on Twenty second and F Streets NW. Construction could begin December or January with a budget near 50 000 francs for the site and specifications. Brazil and Japan also consider premises for their embassies as Washington eyes potential locations this winter.
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Pension information for soldiers and heirs from 1808 letter
A long, imperfect letter asks about pensions for soldiers and dependents. It covers divorce, widow claims, rates for loss of eyes, deserts, Spanish American War veterans, and rules for widows and orphans under various acts. It includes questions and partial answers from readers and a helpful attorney.
British Pacific Fleet sails for New York for Hudson Pu tton fete
London notes a foreign squadron headed to New York Harbor for the Hudson Fulton celebration. The contingent includes ships named Inflexible Drake Duke of Edinburgh and others. Admiral Seymour will command with Capt Nicholson as chief of staff and Lewther-Croften as flag captain.
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