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Newspaper
Alliance Herald
Location
Alliance, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1902
Page
3
The French chemist Chevreul, birthday celebrated at a public dinner in France, heard an anecdote corrected by his 67 year old son, a high Justice Department official. Chevreul snapped sharply, hush youngster when I am talking, and the young man held his tongue.
The shah of Persia is described as one of the most absolute monarchs, with control over lives and goods of all subjects. The nation’s revenue is at his disposal and recent rulers have amassed large fortunes, the present shah’s estimated wealth ranging from 25 to 30 million dollars, much in diamonds.
Prof. Rudolph Virchow will mark his eightieth birthday in Berlin on Saturday October 12. He will welcome delegates with congratulatory addresses from both foreign and German scientific bodies. Virchow remains intellectually vigorous despite his age.
Jesse Haney, early publisher of The New York Picayune and founder of American comic papers, has died. His work in the 1850s helped launch a lineage of comic publications that followed into modern titles.
Mise Anne Tracy Morgan daughter of J Pierpont Morgan pursues independent management of finances and investments keeping detailed books and overseeing her holdings herself despite her high profile lineage.
Spencer B. Mackey, a 24 year old capable young colored man, serves as chief train dispatcher for the Colorado and Northwestern railroad at Boulder, Colorado.
The president received visitors in the reception room and spoke in a voice heard by all. A Supreme Court justice and his son arrived, and the justice whispered a message. The president replied, I am sorry, but it cannot be done and all promotions must be on merit. The justice left with his son in tow.
A Morristown New Jersey letter carrier has eighteen claims before the Washington patent office for a collectors recording mechanism for letter boxes. The device locks boxes to prevent night tapping and uses an electrical time lock linked to the post office to permit morning opening and record the opening time.
A compilation of scattered lines on virtue, learning, happiness, love, and social observations. The remarks include praise of virtuous women, guidance on learning, and reflections on human folly and games. Several phrases appear as isolated maxims or fragments without clear attribution.
A poem laments Washington’s sacred dust unclaimed by his nation while Britain honors fallen leaders. It contrasts marble dead in England with American neglect of a native hero, urging the country to provide a fitting tomb and honor for Washington’s memory. The speaker condemns material indifference and pleads for national respect for a man of mankind.
The passage notes Col. Washington holding adjutant general duties, urging militia assembly, and volunteers forming under alarm at enemy successes. Samuel Davies praises Washington's zeal and courage, foretelling a future important service for his country.
A man sprang from bushes and aimed a gun at Wash ington who rode into the water, grabbed the prow of a boat, dragged it ashore, disarmed the assailant, and administered a decisive chastisement, deterred from further danger.
Mr. Wirt recalls an anecdote from the first Congress about Patrick Henry naming George Washington as the greatest man on the floor for solid information and sound judgment while Rutledge was praised for eloquence. The account emphasizes Washington's exact knowledge and universally recognized sound judgment.
An anecdote describes Washington’s resolve when a lawless neighbor trespassed at Mount Vernon to shoot game. After warnings to desist, the intruder fled to a canoe. Washington mounted his horse and pursued, driving the offender away before he could vanish.
A historical sketch recalls the marriage of Col. George Washington to Mrs Martha Custis on January 6 1759 after the French and Indian War. It notes her wealth social standing and kinship and describes Washingtons guardianship of her children and their forty year union marked by charity piety and domestic virtue.
Mattie Douglass of Memphis testifies that Pertuna improved her general health and mood, ending her headaches after trying various powders. She describes a buoyant body, lighter mind, and sustained health for over a year, adding that women nationwide testify to Peruna’s virtue.
An advertisement asserts Peruna cures catarrhal diseases by fortifying mucous membranes. It argues cold or catarrh spreads within the body, notes women’s susceptibility, and claims early use prevents complications. It invites readers to write for a case analysis to Dr. Hartman in Columbus, Ohio.
A fragmented OCR shows medical and consumer notes including a home remedy claim for nervousness and a trial bottle offer for a cure. It mentions a Philadelphia address, Evie 144 Arch Street, and prices such as 10c per package for druggist sales. A defiant starch advert touts best results with Defiance Starch and no cooking.
A fragment notes Defiance Starch and an alternative product praised for a different manufacturing method and perceived value. The text hints at superiority and cost comparison, but details are sparse about products, firms, or dates.
Widespread anxiety follows guidance intended to avert problems, as readers face conflicting tips and unclear outcomes. Experts caution that some recommendations may backfire, leaving communities uncertain and seeking clearer messaging amid ongoing concerns.
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