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Newspaper
Anniston Evening Star
Location
Anniston, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1906
Page
1
A report notes a sharp rise in the value of imported precious stones. Analysts point to a record breaking period expected after a surge in diamond cutting and polishing industries in the years ahead.
A detailed two day program for the Northeast Alabama Confederate veterans reunion was prepared by Prof. H. T. Persona. Events include assemble times at the court house, addresses by notable speakers, marches to barbecue grounds, and officer elections. Committee assignments and member registration opening times are listed.
Capt. Jame Crook, a former candidate for Alabama agriculture commissioner, says he is satisfied with the result and will support the winner. He details campaign expenses totaling 3825.90 and notes good health and a pledge to back Bryan for president on a nonplank platform.
The ad touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as a scientific wonder with cures claimed for E R Mulford of Waynesboro Pennsylvania and a range of conditions. It promises relief for burns sores boils wheals cuts wounds chilblains and salt rheum at 25 cents from West End Deng Co Elam Ordway and Houser.
Several hundred delegates from a majority of states met in Des Moines to discuss direct popular election of U S senators. The Iowa legislature resolution organized the event led by Governor Cummins, aiming to crystallize support for amending the Constitution by direct vote.
Uproarious greeting planned in Lincoln as William J. Bryan arrives by telegraph to The Star. Hundreds of horsemen escort the Bryan party to the state house grounds where Governor Mickey and the Lincoln mayor welcome him. Bryan will respond amid flags and crowded streets with delegations from cross roads towns.
Massachusetts district attorney Moran is accused of pressuring Henry T. Schaefer to name a donor for a Democratic state campaign. Schaefer published a letter. Moran challenges him to reveal the names or face grand jury contempt or jail if he stays silent.
Mrs George P Simpson died at her north Noble street home after several months illness. Aged 42 she leaves six children Miss Bessie in Seattle with an aunt and Misses Kathleen Rowena Georgie and John Simpson. Funeral arrangements awaiting word from relatives. Anniston friends extend sympathy.
Honolulu dispatch reports a severe earthquake near the Nile around 6:40 pm. The beach found strewn with dead fish, suggesting a submarine explosion. Authorities link both events to the wrecks of the Manchuria and Sheridan.
Democratic primary under way in the Fourth congressional district with Congressman J. T. Watkins without opposition in Shreveport Louisiana. The race centers on party loyalty and local voters as the district conducts its nominating contest.
The Glen Addie Hose Company faces anger from Ladies After Fire and honorary members for not being invited to the fire laddies anniversary meeting. President Adams and Foreman Robinson pledge a future annual social to replace the business focus and ensure ladies and honorary members are included.
Philadelphia law enforcement moved on suspects in the Real Estate Trust Co. collapse. Promoter William P. North treasurer M. S. Collingwood and assistant treasurer Segal were arrested on warrants for embezzlement and false returns, arraigned in police court with bail set at 25,000 for Segal and 10,000 for each other defendant.
San Francisco California September 5 The street car employees strike has tied up all lines of the United Railroads for ten days and is practically at an end. The union car men at a meeting last night authorized the executive committee to arrange arbitration of all differences. The men will return to work pending a settlement.
The skating rink and gymnasium will be opened to the public next Friday evening with Mr. James Coleman in charge. Skates will be available and the gym will include the bowling alley along with existing facilities. Improvements have been made and orderly operation is promised.
The fragment appears to reference a newspaper advertisement offering evening star sightings or services with a monthly rate and a van. Details are incomplete, making precise entities uncertain.
A patient once overwhelmed by chronic foot wound pain and systemic illness reports complete cure in two weeks after treatment. The account emphasizes rapid relief from extended agony and regained ability to work.
A reader claims dramatic healing from cures advertised by Cuticura. The letter describes severe skin and blood issues, hospital stay, and many doctors without relief, ending with strong praise for the remedy. The account is a testimonial rather than medical evidence.
A Woodstock Cotton mill warehouse containing 400 bales of cotton burned this afternoon after a lightning strike around 4 o clock. The building near the mill was threatened as flames spread before two fire companies fought the blaze. President John H Noble says insurance will cover the loss, which may reach about 40000 if the warehouse and contents are ruined.
Police pursue a reported assault on P H Johnston, an engineer at a stone crusher on Vinet Tighlend Avenue. He was found seriously injured with his right eye gouged out and facial cuts after confronting a couple seen near his property around 2 30 pm.
Tangier Morocco September 5 Paul O Stensland president of the wrecked Milwaukee Avenue State Bank Chicago was arrested here Monday and will likely be returned to the United States with Moroccan government acquiescence though no extradition treaty exists The Sultan is expected to consent to the prisoner's return and Stensland will remain a prisoner in an American penitentiary until transfer.
A Midland Michigan mother Maggie Hickox reports her two year old son recovered from a severe bowel complaint using Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. The ad claims it cures even infantum and urges following printed directions for a certain cure. For sale by J L Wikle.
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