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Detroit plans 81 story building and new record
This week reports Detroit plans a tower of 81 stories reaching 873 feet, a new city record. J B Book Jr is credited with the project, praised for the mechanical age progress. Also notes diamonds in Robert Fitzsimmons teeth and his widow seeking funds. In Luling Texas $2 million in oil bonus money changes local life and car purchases rise. The Van Sweringen plan to merge five railroads likely progresses, offering potential economy and shared benefits.
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