Jealousy Tragedy in Oregon Shoots and Slew
In Heppner Oregon May 4 Henry P Morrison a brakeman shot and killed his sweetheart Nora Wright wounded her escort Barney Ahalt then killed himself near Morgan between Heppner and Cecil Morrison faced the woman then ordered them to pray firing striking Wright in the back killing her instantly Ahalt was wounded Morrison then returned to Morgan and fatally shot himself in the wheat warehouse of Balfour Guthrie and Co after delaying for hours without aid.
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Heppner
Ore
Henry P. Morrison
O. R
Ahab
Morrison
Morgan
Balfour, Guthrie & Co
Forty Thousand Catholics Parade for Faith in New York
A May 4 parade on Fifth Avenue drew about 40 000 lay Catholics aged 20 to 60 who passed before Archbishop Farley and Cardinal Logue of Armagh. Roosevelt sent a congratulatory letter, and Cardinal Logue praised the display as an impressive loyalty to the Catholic faith.
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Cardinal Logue
New York
Fifth Avenue
Hidden fortune found in table leg in San Francisco
In San Francisco, a secret compartment carved in a table leg yielded the fortune of the late Mrs. Jessie Fremont Dietsch, relative of General John C. Fremont. Deputy administrator W. J. Hines found a bank book showing 4200 dollars, jewelry, and shares in wild cat companies, many now deemed worthless.
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San Francisco
Jessie Fremont Dietsch
John C. Fremont
W. J. Hines
Fire Claims Ten Lives At Fort Wayne Avelina Hotel
A fire destroyed the Avelina Hotel in Fort Wayne Indiana early yesterday leaving ten dead and many missing. Chief Anchenbruck said about twenty could still be buried in the smoldering ruins with thirteen seriously injured.
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Fort Wayne
Ind
Avelina
Anchenbruck
Lydia E. Pinkham’s Compound Promises Relief for Change of Life
A testimonial from Mrs. E. Hanson of Columbus Ohio praises Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound for easing nervousness headaches and other symptoms during the Change of Life. The ad notes the product has helped thousands of women and invites inquiries to Mrs Pinkham in Lynn Massachusetts.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
E. Hanson
E. Long St
Columbus
Ohio
Mrs. Pinkham
Dyeing at Home Offers Simple Garment Makeovers
The Chicago News notes dyeing is easy for many women to do at home for minor items. Veils and coque feather boas can be washed dried dyed and reshaped with quick shaking to preserve fluff. Ribbons laces belts and trims can be dyed to match fashions using ten cent dye kits from drugstores.
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Chicago News
How to wash white doeskin gloves for long wear
White doeskin gloves offer economy through durability and washability. Use warm water and soap, rub each glove into a ball, rinse, wash again, then squeeze out water and air dry away from heat. When dry rub briskly to remove stiffness before wearing.
Origin of Blackmail from Border Wars and Robber Protections
The term blackmail traces to Scottish border feuds where outlaws demanded annual protection money from nearby farmers to shield cattle from theft. The protective levy was called mail, and when paid to thieves it became blackmail, with guardianship linked to the term blackguard. London Field notes detail the antiquated etymology and its moral colouring.
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Dickey
Blackguard
London Field
Neighborly Fire Comic Misplay in Suburb
A homeowner Jackson moves to a suburb and, during a cold night fire, pleads for alarms and help. His two neighbors claim they cannot run or yell due to a lame leg and laryngitis, so he instructs them to fetch chairs and simply enjoy the blaze.
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Jackson
A Woman and a Watch
A jeweler in New York recalls a case where a left handed customer wound a watch the wrong way, twice failing to get it running and insisting she wound it correctly. The anecdote highlights gender bias and misunderstandings about watch care.
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New York Sun
How to Cure Asthma With Coffee
The article promotes coffee as an asthma remedy, advising very strong black coffee without sugar or milk, consumed on an empty stomach. It cautions against weak coffee and large quantities, noting absorption and digestion effects and directing readers to use cafe noir for best results.
How to Preserve Parsley for Fresh Garnish
Instructions describe washing parsley to remove grit, blanching in slightly salted water for two to three minutes, draining and drying quickly by the fire, and storing in a dry bottle. To use later, pour warm water over and let stand five minutes to regain fresh parsley flavor and appearance.
How to Obtain Gloss on Pie Crust
A Boston Post tip says a shiny pie crust comes from an egg wash. Beat an egg with a little sugar and a drop of milk, then brush the pastry after finishing. The gloss satisfies the eye even when the crust is well made.
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The
Boston Post
Gems In Verse Dont Look Back
Poem fragment urging forward motion and steady resolve in the first half. It contrasts living with heavy sighs and wasted tears with marching onward. A second anonymous stanza pleads for compassion and understanding before judging others.
Obituary Tribute to Edmund Clarence Stedman by Joel Benton
The piece mourns Edmund Clarence Stedman as a poet who touched hearts with refined lyric craft. Benton recalls Stedman’s genial tenderness, loyalty to truth, and lasting impact on letters, noting a vacancy in poetry and a loss to the art.
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Edmund Clarence Stedman
Azrael
Jettera
Poetic Musings and Motivational Verses Across Columns
A collage of verses and quotes from Ruby Archer and others touch on nature, health, and home life. The text shifts to exhortations about seizing opportunity and facing adversity with courage and honor. It then offers marital guidance emphasizing loving, patient partnership and reverent devotion to wife and mother.
Ways of the Dressmaker
A London court case reveals a dressmaker charging different prices by location. A woman refused payment claiming the dress did not fit. The maker shared two shops, Putney and Manchester Street, noting a $50 bill at Putney versus about $75 at Manchester Street, with identical material and workmanship.
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London
Putney
Manchester Street
How to Keep Stray Hairs In Place With Hair Pins
Short guide on using invisible hair pins to secure wisps on windy days. The method involves tucking the hair and turning the pin so its end rests on the scalp, allowing easy removal yet firm hold in rough wind.
How to Keep Pancakes From Sticking
A tablespoon of melted lard or shortening added to pancake batter prevents sticking and eliminates the odor of burnt grease on the griddle.
How to Keep Bacon From Molding
Old household tip advises scraping off mold from bacon and searing the surface over a gas flame. This method allegedly preserves freshness and sweetness for several extra days.
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Wold
Dean's Kidney Pills Endorsed by Aberdeen Woman
Mrs. Lena Carlson of Aberdeen Washington testifies that Dean's Kidney Pills relieved years of kidney discomfort and swelling after trying other remedies. She bought at Red Cross Drug Store and saw full improvement, urging others with similar symptoms to try the treatment. Sold by all dealers 50 cents Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents Remember the name Doan's.
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Dean
Aberdeen
Lena Carlson
First Street
Wash
Red Cross
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Doan
Poem of the Air By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
A reflective verse describes snow descending softly over forests and fields. The poem explores despair as the sky and heart reveal hidden grief through silent, divine expression.
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Wood and Field
Henry Wadsworth Longtelloy
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