New Diphtheria Breakthrough Shown by Cyrus Edson
Reporters visited the New York board of health laboratory where Dr Cyrus Edson outlined a system claiming absolute protection against diphtheria. The anti-toxine treatment could prevent infection if given early, potentially saving many lives, though production and distribution remain costly and limited to authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nts
New York Board of Wealth
New York
Boards of Health
Health Department
Koeh Institute For Infectious Diseases
Ber- Tin
Herman M. Biggs
Bureau of Bacteriology and Disinfection
Berlin
Folson
Biggs
the Willard Parker Hospital
William H. Park
Alfred L. Beebe
China mobilizes funds as Japanese threat grows at Wei Hai Wei
Shanghai reports the Chinese government raising a domestic loan with several percent interest as fortifications at Wei Hai Wei are hurriedly strengthened. Troops hasten to the port amid alarm and rumors of Japanese attack while Foo Chow district rebels and river defenses increase with mines and torpedoes. Port Arthur, damaged by prior battles, is rumored captured by the Japanese.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loxpon
Shang Hai
Central News
Wei Hai Wei
Foo Chow
Shanghai
Port Arthur
Yalu River
Naval clash on Yalu claims Chinese victory
Shanghai dispatches report a severe engagement on the Yalu River with Japanese forces crossing the river and attacking Chinese positions. After intense fighting the Japanese were repulsed and both sides suffered heavy losses.
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Shanghai
China
Yalu
Fall With Bridge Timbers Under Louisville Span
In Louisville Kentucky yesterday shortly after 1 PM a falsework collapse under the fourth span of the new Louisville and Jeffersonville bridge dropped timbers onto a barge. Three men were injured two seriously one fatally with fractures ribs and internal injuries.
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Louisviille
Louisville and Jeffersonville
Jonah’s Stomach Mystery Probed By Odd Debate
In a curious exchange, Scientificus asks how a whale could house Jonah for three days while Jellicus notes the revelation occurs only after the event. The dialogue playfuly toys with biblical tale logic.
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Jonah
Jellicus
Express office raid leads to arrests in $14000 theft
In The Dalles Oregon on October 19 officials ousted F N Hill as agent and placed Ed Kurtz in charge. Hill messenger Tibbitts and watchman Gibbons were arrested amid accusations of involvement in Saturday night’s $14000 robbery with strong evidence. Further arrests expected soon.
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Tue Dalles
Ore
F. N. Hill
Pacific Express Company
Ed Kurtz
Hill
Tibbitts
Gibbons
France Delivers Madagascar Ultimatum for Protectorate
Paris reports the Estafette states French special commissioner Le Myre de Villars demands exclusive protectorate over Madagascar with a permanent garrison at Antananarivo and gives Madagascar eight days to respond.
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France
Madagascar
Paris
Estafette
Antananarivo
M. le Myre de Villars
Iowa Patent Office Report Highlights Iowa Inventors Patents
In the Iowa patent summary 10 Iowa inventors receive issued or allowed patents last week alongside 399 total US patents. Iowa listings include W. Johnson of Oskaloosa for a hot water heating boiler. N Weiler and K Stutsman of Des Moines for a compound lifting jack. J E Barnes of Ottumwa for a carpet stretcher with a sheet metal cushion and gripping teeth. Solicitors announce that printed patent drawings and specs may be obtained for 25 cents, with free information for inventors.
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N. Weiler
Kk. O. Stutsman
Des Moines
J. E. Barnes
Ottumwa
Thomas Ganp
J. Ralph Orwig
Solicitors of Patents
Bride in Breeches sparks dress reform in That Happy Land
The Dress Reform Association reports widespread interest as countless women embrace trousers and altered attire. Organizers say the movement grows across communities urging practical fashion and reform.
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That Happy Land
New Zealand Dress Reform Weddings Draw Attention
In Onehunga and Christchurch the dress reform movement influences weddings. A bride in Breeches wears blue bengaline with white silk details, while bridesmaids and guests adopt knicker outfits. The ceremony celebrates personal liberty with supportive clergy and mixed attire among guests.
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New Zealand
Yates
Onehunga
Auckland
Wellington
Christchurch
J. R Wilkinson
Strephon
Iolanthe
Jessamine
Nellie Walker
Kaffirs Marching on Inhambane Threatens Portuguese Town
Governor issues proclamation placing safety responsibility on inhabitants who stay in the market square as Gungunhana's forces reportedly march toward Inhambane, a 6,500 inhabitant town 200 miles northeast of Delagoa Bay, while the government seeks aid from the Transvaal to quell the revolt.
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Inhambane
LourEnzo Marquez
Gungunhana
Delagoa Bay
South African Republic
Transvaal
Coins of Little Use and Their Different Fates
The article argues the silver three cent piece was the most useful U S coin for circulation while the gold dollar served little purpose. It cites Maurice Muhleman of the sub treasury noting gold dollars are mainly used for jewelry and not in daily trade, contrasting with the three cent piece praised for filling a gap between cents and half dimes and linked to postal-rate changes.
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United States
Sub-Treasury
Maurice Muhleman
Early US coinage tale of a three cent piece
A fragment notes that Congress deemed it advisable to issue a three cent coin. The piece describes its utility and free circulation until the advent of a newer denomination. The text reflects historical currency policy and public reception.
Why the Shakers Are Declining
The article argues the Shaker community declines due to unnatural celibate life that destroys family bonds. It notes a lack of children to adopt and grow with the sect, making the life largely barren. It praises patient toil and thrift but says their principles fail to convert many.
Death of Sallie Mercer and Cushman family ties
The obituary notes Sallie Mercer an old attendant and friend of actress Charlotte Cushman. Mercer entered Cushman’s service as a child and remained with the Cushman family for over fifty years as a trusted companion and guardian. She died aged sixty six at Onteora New York where she spent the summer with Mrs Cushman.
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Charlotte Cushman
Sallie Mercer
W. E Cushman
Sulie Mercer
Cushman
Training Women Gardeners at York Estate
An English peeress Lady Cartise trains an all female staff to manage her York estate grounds. Miss Wilkinson, noted as one of the most successful women in gardening, gains fresh praise for her work at Vauxhall Park, recently opened by the Prince of Wales, deemed among the finest landscape gardening by an esteemed judge.
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Cartise
York
Wilkinson
Carlisle
Vauxhall Park
Prince of Wales
Jadge
Henry C Work and the song Kingdom Coming
Henry C Work, printer and author of Marching Through Georgia, brought Kingdom Coming to Dr. Jorge V K Root of Chicago. Root helped him become a full time songwriter, making him a prospering Chicago businessman who later lost his wealth in the great fire. He spent his final years in Hartford where the Grand Army of the Republic decorates his grave and a monument is being considered in his memory.
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Henry C Work
Georgia
Jorge VK. Root
M Mber
Chicago
Renry C
Hartford
Grand Army of the Republic
The Quick Circulation of Counterfeit Nickels
A ticket agent explains why counterfeit coins wear out fast and circulate quickly. He notes the spurious nickel feels similar to a genuine one, but is more worn due to rapid passage through hands. He argues bad money spreads as people pass it along.
Amusing Trifles Characters Exchange Quips
A collection of quick lines and character sketches with wry remarks. Dialogues feature a sea captain, a seasick passenger, a clothes dealer, and others as witty snippets reveal jokes and social bemusement.
Married too Young in a Witty Exchange
A humorous exchange notes a wife telling why her husband lacks sewing skills. The joke centers on his youth at marriage and his failure to learn basic tailoring, highlighting a playful domestic dynamic.
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Maniofen
A Beginning in Dialogue About Housekeeping
A brief quoted exchange features Bromley and Darlinggor discussing future plans, including a humorous line about a wife as they joke about starting housekeeping.
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Bromley
Darlinggor
Beware Mercury in Catarrh Ointments Warns Patients
Public warning against catarrh remedies containing mercury urges medical prescription. Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co Toledo promises mercury free internal treatment. Consumers advised to ensure genuine product, testimonials cited, price listed.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
F. J. Cheney & Coy
Saan
Abe
Ice Man Brings In A Big Lump On A Cold Day
A cold day brings a large ice lump carried by the ice man. The scene highlights the household cold storage task and winter weather mood.
Wabash Offers One Fare Round Trip to Hot Springs Arkansas
The Wabash railroad will sell tickets at one fare for a round trip to Hot Springs Arkansas for the Mississippi Valley Medical Association annual meeting. Tickets returnable within twenty days from sale, valid November 17 to 20. For maps schedules and more, contact Horace are Commercial Agent, Wabash Railway, Des Moines Iowa. If some people had money enough they would vex themselves to death.
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Macilli
Health Department
William H. Park
Park
Hot Springs
Ark
Mississippi Valley Medical Association
Wabash Railroad
Horace
Wabash Railway
Fourth Street
Des Moines
Iowa
Wabash Railroad Texas Round Trip Ticket Sale Notice
The Wabash Line offers round trip tickets to Dallas on October 19-26 and November 2 for the Dallas Fair at a rate of 2 6 percent. Tickets are valid for return through November 10. For details contact Horace Seely Commercial Agent 220 Fourth Street Des Moines Iowa.
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Wabash Railroad
Texas
Wabash Line
Dallas
Dallas Fair and Exposition
Horace Seely
Fourth Street
Des Moines
Iowa
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Board of Health
New York Sun
Japan
Louisville, Ky
Patent Office Report
Bride IN Breeches
Gaswell
Mercury
Hegeman
E. C.G. Clark Co
New Haven
Karl
WixsLow
Hanson
Elizabeth
England
Dr. Pierce
Pierce
M. J. Coveman
Sargent St
Roxbury
Mass
Tremont St
M. J. Pana
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