28 Nov 1894
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1894
Page
1
Local ad urges readers to try a new pair of school shoes promising comfort and value. Shoppers are invited to purchase multiple pairs at the store, highlighting educational footwear as a practical choice for students.
In Eau Claire on November 27 authorities arrest George W Pickin and son Asigal amid claims of hypnotic control over Edna Mabel Briggs, 17, who disappeared September 4 and was later said to be under hypnotic influence. Reported evidence includes Briggs remaining under control after rescue and medical experts involved. The case centers on alleged hypnotic aid and mysterious “vitapathic” institutions. Colonel Richard Malcolm Johnson and Mrs Johnson celebrate their golden wedding anniversary in Bourdonme.
Princess Bismarck dies at Varzin at 5 40 pm her older son Count Herbert Bismarck arrives in Varzin as family members rush to the estate Her death ends the life of the remarkable wife of Chancellor Bismarck and follows a long illness that unsettled the nation The prince is said to be broken down by the loss and the family faces mourning and continuing duties
A fragment discusses Syrup of Figs praised for pleasant taste and refreshing feel while claiming effectiveness in clearing stomach issues and offering a soothing effect. Mentions California and Fravi nisco style branding in the esoteric line.
Washington November 7 reports detail how the president and Mrs Cleveland and their daughters will spend a quiet Thanksgiving at Woodley. The piece notes guests and households including Vice President and Mrs Carlisle and others, with mentions of Mrs Lamont in New York and Mrs Olney hosting dinners.
A Fort Worth dispatch says a group attempted to hold up the Galf Colorado and Santa Fe depot and the Wells Fargo express car Friday night. A guard from Hemphill county was shot and mortally wounded while defending a train in Antelope country. Robbers fled after a confrontation. relief surgeons were dispatched to the scene.
Senator Hill and Senate Clerk McEwan toured Fort Marion in Florida on a sunny May day. Admirers greeted Hill at Cordova hotel while he spoke hoarsely of returning to full speaking condition for upcoming sessions. In Lake Worth area rumors and travel chatter filled the town as Hill prepared for meetings and public appearances.
In Tamra Florida on November 27 3 B Gibson of Oxford Sumter County faced US Commissioner H L Cramer on charges of running a blind tiger. Two determined ladies in male disguise infiltrated the operation and purchased liquor during the sting. Gibson was bound over for $200 to appear in court.
At daybreak on November 27 an Englishman named Harry Milner jumped from the center of the Brooklyn Bridge aided by a parachute. A southwest wind and a running tide carried him about 60 feet into the New York river area. He landed in the water, shouted for help, was picked up by a boat and taken to the police Gazette office after being dressed. Milner was released without arrest.
A royal decree issued at Mapp on November 27 abolishes public executions following the recent execution of anarchist Salvatore in Barcelona. The note mentions public punishment as a practice ended by the decree. A dispatch from Tokio reports Japan plans to land troops near Hal-Wel to reinforce forces.
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