Progress of Cremation Interest in Busland Society Meeting
The Cremation Society of Busland held its annual meeting reporting on progress since its 1874 organization by Sir Henry Thompson and its first cremation in 1885. The London cremations reached 801 in 1900, Great Britain 451 that year, with London total 1824 and Britain 2482 by then. The Wakefield figure to 1907 stood at 705. cremation remains more common in Britain than Europe, and Europe total to 1000 reached 14684. United States records show 27965 cremations to date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wneland
Europe
Geremany
Italy
United States
Chicago Record-Herald
Laura Smith known as the White Ele arrested on street charge
Acting Chief of Police Joe Dill obtained a state warrant and turned Laura Smith, known as the White Ele, over to the county. She was sent to the county jail likely until next fall when the grand jury will hear the charge. The report mentions evolving cases and local law enforcement actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T of Evolution
Laura Smith
Joe Dill
Lecture Continues Amid Coat Show at Gathering
The speaker kept his coat on due to warmth and heavy apparel, noting an American coat beneath. The moment drew a flutter from attendees recalling Richmond Pearson Hobson’s coat removal at the Noble theater. Evangelist Bernard delivered an educative talk and urged print media to stimulate business when dull.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond Pearson Hobson
Evangelist Bernard
Friday Meetings at Blue Mountain Home Invite Brothers
Frid ay gatherings occur at the Blue Mountain Home with the Seventh Run and the Thirtieth Breadth events inviting visiting brothers to join in the hunting grounds atmosphere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blue Mountain
Sterne's Pupe Groceries and Health Ad
Purity and freshness emphasized. Urges customers to buy groceries at Sterne's for best quality now and always, warning against impure or old eatables and promising superior goods elsewhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sterne’s
Farmers rally and barbecue at Coldwater tomorrow
A large all day farmers rally and barbecue is planned at Coldwater with a big picnic and speeches. C D Kline is expected to deliver the chief address and many city residents will attend. NOTICE TO BROTHER OWLS members meet Monday at p m July 3 per secretary R E Kelly June 27 61.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coldwater
C. D. Kline
Order
Movement to honor Officer Cunningham with memorial
Friends start a fundraiser to erect a monument for Police Officer John L. Cunningham who died in the line of duty last Sunday. The effort also covers funeral expenses estimated at 105 dollars and seeks public sympathy and support for the officer’s widow and children. The Star invites contributions and will receipt all gifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John L. Cunningham
Read the Wan Ads Promising Profit in Classifieds
A note on persistently advertising for profit suggests readers should study the wan ads tonight and Saturday to secure results and wins in business endeavors.
Kentucky Democratic Primary In Bitter Campaign Ties
Louisville reports a tight Kentucky Democratic primary with Ollie M. James in the First district field and McCreary against William Addams for governor. Voters face contests for lieutenant governor auditor attorney general and other state posts amid personal factional rivalries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Thomas H. Paynter
Paynter
Ollie M. James
Congress
Kentucky
James B. McCreary
United States Senate
William Addams
Harrison County
Coronation Troops Review At Buckingham Palace
King George reviewed troops from the Overseas Dominions India and other empires at Buckingham Palace marking the end of June coronation ceremonies. Indian contingents in bright attire contrasted with khaki units from Canada Australia and more as rifles were shouldered and medals awarded at the royal canopy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
India
George
Buckingham Palace
Canada
Australia
War Ad Work Promises Backing for a Solid Plan
A wartime ad notes opportunities for business ventures seeking strong backing. It emphasizes the need for a sound plan and credible support to attract investors and sponsors.
Chamberlain's Coke Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy
The advertisement touts uniform success of Chamberlain's Coke Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy, claiming it can always be depended upon and is a favorite everywhere. Sold by all dealers, the notice compares its effect to a tonic stimulating business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Classified ads promise quick small sales and results
Classified advertising promotes easy small sales with STAR WANT ADS GET RESULTS, urging readers to place spots for fast returns.
Harnessing the Winds for Electric Power
The Philadelphia Press notes Denmark uses wind power to generate electricity and store it in batteries, enabling commercial use. It cites 15 mph winds yielding eight horsepower and 20 mph gales producing eighteen. It argues the United States has abundant wind zones to supplement dwindling wood and coal via wind farms and storage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denmark
United States
Philadelphia Press
Denatured grain alcohol urged as cheap multifunction fuel and cleaner
Uncle Sam removed the duty on grain alcohol for manufacturing, to be treated to deter beverage use. The chafing dish owner buys it at 15 cents a pint as the cheapest fuel for alcohol lamps. It cleans garments, helps remove blemishes from fabrics, and can be used as a low cost fuel in single rooms, baths, and laundry care for boarding houses, hotels, or homes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
Not Every Man and the Misread Signals
A fragmented meditation on male sincerity and social display. The piece cites men on bended knee posture real intent, speaking plain, and the folly of vanity. It contrasts inaction with misread orations and urges authenticity over ostentation in daily habits.
Taken up a dark colored mare near Kulaton
A dark colored mare about five years old branded A V on the left shoulder was taken up near Kulaton. Property can be recovered by proving ownership and paying expenses to PF. W. Foster. Jun 30, 11.
Stagg Resigns as College President in Anniston
Stagg plans to leave Anniston after resigning as president. Mean while Dr. W A White, faculty chairman, will oversee college affairs and faculty members will canvass for students. The college will open September 14 with the same faculty and a new president in charge, and the change is said not to disrupt operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stagg
W. A. White
Anniston
Also Mentioned on This Page
Cremar
Ade
Laura
G. P. McClurkin
C. Zaner
W. N
Turkey Mountain
Pirie
Coost
United States Weather Bureau
Ature
Prature
Lowe
W. F. Clark
Profesord
Charles Vandiver
Lincoln
City
A. N. Stanley Undertaker
Louis Kidd Furniture Company
Kress
R. E. Kelly
Cunningham
Weather Forecast
Edith Johnston
Mary Weatherly
Emmett Whiteside
Lucy Houser
Julia Coleman
Jane Watson
Emily Shepperd
Katiebelle Kilby
Woodruff
Roseman
Birmingham
Virginia Elam
Nashville
Gertrude Douglass
Murfreesboro
Laura Kennedy
Montgomery
Della Houston
Pat Wyche
Merie Searles
Katiebell Kilby
Vicksburg
Woman's Christian Temperance Union
Noble Street
Clay Davis
Emmett F. Crook
James
Clearfield
Senate
Louisville
Blue Grass State
Anniston Steam
Laungry
Bry Clessess
Robinson's Book Store
Mayenti
Wilmer
A. HL
Sheriff's Office
Juniott
O. H. Parker & Co
Moore
Duke
Blackwell & Agee
Korrent
Gurnee
Price
Sam's L. Crook & Company
West 11Th Street
F. W. Ledbetter
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!