English Constitution shown as evolving yet flawed instrument
The article argues the English Constitution, built through evolutionary stages from Tudors to Parliament, remains a fragile balance between monarchy and a vetoing crown. It condemns Lords as reactionary aristocracy blocking reform while highlighting hunger among millions, land owned by 2000, and vast agricultural conversion to game preserves. It notes the French Notables fearing upheaval amid privilege.
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William II
William
House of Stewart
House of Hanor
Fofse of Commons
House of Commons
House To Lords
House of Lords
Kingdom
Great Britain
England
Delicate Figs The Gentle Laxative For Women
Delicate formed and gently reared women will find that the ever simple wholesome laxative reared which acts gently and pleasantly and may be taken at any time when the system needs a laxative with perfect safety and real benefit. Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna bears the California Fig Syrup Co. name and is sold by leading druggists in original one bottle size at fifty cents.
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California Fig Syrup Co
England nears political upheaval as Lords power fades
David Lloyd George urges tax reforms shifting burden to peasants for clergy and nobles while forecasting a new democracy after the House of Lords loses legislative power. Mr Harry Stanley of Fort Myer, Va arrives in town on a visit.
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Ilege
David Lloyd George
Tee
England
House of Lords
Harry Stanley
Fort Myer, Va
Christmas Tree Ornaments and Decor Variety
A newspaper notice advertises a wide selection of Xmas tree decorations including tin sel glass balls tinsel and naments priced from 1 to 10 cents German Xmas trees from 10 cents to 1 25 each Moss snow garlands cloth for tarpet protection candles holders colored lan terns and more. Visit to inspect the full line.
ZEMO and ZEMO SOAP Promise Dandruff Cure
Miller's Drug Store offers a guaranteed 7 percent treatment with ZEMO and ZEMO SOAP to entirely remove the dandruff germ from the scalp. ZEMO products are sold nationwide and billed as the best and most economical remedy for skin and scalp conditions. A single ZEMO SOAP application is claimed to stop itching and cleanse the scalp. money-back if not satisfied.
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Miller's Drug Store
America
Beware of Mercury in Ointments for Catarrh Warning
Cited warning against mercury based catarrh remedies urges caution with products like Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co. It notes mercury harms smell and mucous membranes and urges buying only reputable brands. Claims Hall's remedy contains no mercury and is taken by mouth with tests claimed free.
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F. J.eney & Co
Edo
Ohio
J. Cheney & Co
Carnegie Gift Rumor Promises Big School of International Law
Rumor says Andrew Carnegie may donate 10 million dollars to a global body and establish a school of international law at The Hague. Carnegie, president of the New York Peace Society, refrains from denial or confirmation and urges patience as Dutch inspired plans for a great institute of internationalism unfold.
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School of International Law
Andrew Carnegie
New York
Carnegie
Wage Dispute Between Engineers and Railroads Moves to Mediation
Chicago December 13. Settlement of the wage controversy between the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and sixty one western railroads will be handled by federal mediation under the Erdman law. The strike referendum showed 97.52 in favor of strike unless demands are met and engineers seek a 15 percent wage increase.
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Chicago
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers
Western Railroad
Warrens. Stone
General Managers’ Association of the Railroads
W. B. Scott
Railroads’ Committee
Harum A. Knapp
Interstate Commerce Commission
Charles P. Neill
Clarke County Commissioner of the Revenue Candidates Announce
To the voters of Clarke County R J Thompson declares his candidacy for Commissioner of the Revenue with R D Hardesty as deputy subject to Democratic primary. He asks for endorsements after serving one term by appointment. THOS B HARDESTY also announces with Joseph A Denny as deputy pending primary action.
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Clarke County
R D. Hardesty
R. J. Thompson
Joseph A. Denny
Thos. B. Hardesty
Notice of Tax Deed Application for 3 Acres
On February 8, 1981, I will apply to the Circuit Court clerk for a deed to 3 acres of land sold for delinquent taxes under Virginia Code 65.5 1074m et seq. Dr. P W Boyd.
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Circuit Court
Code of Virginia
P. W.boyd
Miners Conciliation Board Visits Pittston No. 9 Colliery
The Miners' Conciliation Board toured the Erie Coal No. 9 colliery at Pittston to hear workers grievances over unfair conditions and low wages. In six months disputes there led to several strikes but hearings proceeded with on site evidence. Thirty bodies recovered from Fernie Bellevue explosion.
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Conciliation Board
Wilkes-Barre
Erie Coal Company
Pittston
Erie
Fernie
B. C
Bellevue
Shenandoah Valley National Bank Sets Stockholders Meeting
The annual meeting of stockholders for election of directors will be held at the banking house in Winchester on Tuesday January 10 1911 between 11 a m and 2 p m. Mo W Rice Vice President and Cashier signs notice.
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Winchester
Shenandoah Valley National Bank
Mo.w. Rice
MI-O-NA stomach tablets promise cheap cure for indigestion
An advertisement touts MI-O-NA as a 50 cent remedy for food fermentation and indigestion with a money back guarantee. A Wakefield mass man claims it cured his year long trouble and saves doctor bills, noting MI-DNA costs 50 cents per box everywhere.
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Winchester
Arthur Sederquest
Nichols St
Wakefield
Mass
Jones Sidelined in Norfolk Over Senate Ambitions
Norfolk observers see Congressman William A. Jones delaying a U S Senate bid against incumbents Martin Swanson, with local agitators pressing for a rapid campaign. Jones dampens enthusiasm by proposing postponement until after January 1, citing timing and strategy.
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Norfolk
William A. Jones
United States Senate
Martin
Swanson
Oon
First
Jones
Ka Eee
Mr. Jones
The Monodiet and a Cod Liver Tonic Claim
The message urges a varied diet to supply essential minerals, warns against iron deficiency causing anaemia and fatigue, and promotes Vinol cod liver tonic as a superior iron source. It promises appetite, digestion, blood health, and a money back guarantee if no benefit, with Franck Baker & Son of Winchester, Virginia.
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Vinci
Franck Baker & Son
Winchester
Chalmers Lectures In Richmond
Hugh Chalmers president of the Chalmers Motor Company spoke to the Richmond Board of Trade on the Principles of Business Success. The widely known executive traced his rise from an office boy to high executive roles and noted practical experience as key to success in advertising and salesmanship.
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Hugh Chalmers
Chalmers Motor Company
United States
Richmond Board of Trade
Chalmers
Board of Trade
Dayton
National Cash Register Company
Pape's Cold Compound Claims Quick Cure for Grippe
A 25 cent Pape's Cold Compound is touted as ending grippe and cold symptoms within hours. The ad asserts three doses every two hours will cure, noting no quinine and three years of research costing over fifty thousand dollars. It promises relief from neuralgia pains, feverishness, and nasal congestion with no after-effects.
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Pape
Grippe
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