Forest protection efforts in China show rapid reforestation progress
A review notes China advancing forest cover through plantings despite light rainfall and pest pressure. German expertise aids MuKden and Manchuria plantations with acacias, pines, and oaks while farmers, miners, and 36 thieves challenge the work. The Chinese Government plans wider afforestation, with forest schools and new mines joining the effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Celestial Kingdom
Wilbur T. Gracey
Tsingtao
Germany
Mukden
Manchuria
Chihli
Shansi
Shanturg Railway
Stockholders to Take Seaboard Railways Ownership
Baltimore November 4 The receivership of the Seaboard Air Line Railway Company ends at midnight tonight and the property will be turned over to the stockholders under a court decision in effect since January 2 1900.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Seaboard Air Line Railway Company
Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days with PAZO Ointment
PAZO Ointment promises to cure any case of itching bleeding or protruding piles in 6 to 14 days or money refunded. The ad claims fast relief and guarantees a full refund if not cured. A 50 cent price is listed.
Taft Warmly Welcomed In Macon Georgia Parade Address
President Taft was warmly welcomed in Macon as he joined a State Fair parade and delivered an address from the grandstand. Militia cadets escorted him from a home visit to Congressman Bartlett, with decorated streets and a mammoth cotton arch as crowds cheered progress along the route. He bowed to the enthusiastic spectators as his car passed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macon
Taft
Bartlett
Fair Grounds
Second
Cherry
Wisconsin Teachers Association Opens in Milwaukee
Milwaukee November meeting gathers several thousand delegates as C G Pearse opens the session. Dr Helen Putnam of Providence and Dr Henry Curtis of Worcester address topics on vital statistics and playgrounds. Key officials include Charles Cary, Frank Sadler, Brignt, and John Kelley, with other candidates named for association presidency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
Wis
Wisconsin Teachers’ Association
C. G. Pearse
Helen C. Putnam
Providence
R. 1
American Academy of Medicine
Henry S. Curtis
Worcester
Mass
Playground Association of America
Frank T. Sadler
Chicago
Charles P. Cary
Madison
Brignt
John Kelley
Gut. Landgraf
Marinette
J. E. Potzer
Milwaukee Normal Secrer
J.B. Burden
Dr Kings New Life Pills Offer Quick Headache Relief
Describes Dr Kings New Life Pills as the world's best remedy for sick and nervous headaches. Claims they make pure blood, strong nerves, and build health. Promotes purchase at W. J. Smith & Bro., H. R. Palmer & Sons. Also mentions Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and lung strength in a yellow package sold by druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Parisian Sage promises hair revival and dandruff cure
An advertisement claims Parisian Sage will restore harsh, faded hair to soft, silky vitality for women and assures money back if not curing dandruff or stopping hair loss in two weeks. It promotes buying from H. R. Palmer & Sons and asserts nationwide availability from druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. Allen
New Bedford
Mass
Vinci
H. R. Palmer & Sons
Athens
America
Hermit Found Dead in His Home Near Savannah
An unnamed hermit living near Savannah, Georgia, was found dead in his chair with a wall will naming his son and Henry Dreyer of Brooklyn as alternates. He had been dead since Monday. Two guard dogs surrounded the scene as police investigated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Savannahannah
Peter G
Savannah
Sharon
Henry Dreyer
Wirooklyn
No Y
Liesz
Propriety Medicines Widely Prescribed by Doctors
Examination of formulary departments in leading drug stores shows a large share of prescriptions are for proprietary medicines. The era’s physicians frequently prescribe standard remedies like Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound, reflecting trust in established remedies, with doctors often citing their efficacy.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
McClellan Names Women On Board Of Education
New York Mayor George B. McClellan appointed three women to the board of education, conceding a key demand of woman suffrage advocates. It marks the first representation of women on the board in twenty five years. The appointees are Mrs Herman D Robbins, Miss Olivia Leventritt, daughter of State Supreme Court Justice Leventritt, and Mrs Alfred S Post of Flushing, L I.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
George B. McClellan
Board of Education
Herman D. Robbins
Olivia Leventritt
State Supreme Court
Leventritt
Alfred S. Post
Flushing
L. 1
Hall's Catarrh Cure ad pursues oath in 1886 Toledo claim
Frank J. Cheney sworn as senior partner of F. J. Cheney & Co in Toledo Ohio that the firm will pay one hundred dollars for every case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The notice notes internal use, blood and mucous system action, testimonials, price 75c, and urges purchase from all druggists. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of Ohio
Toledo
Lucas County
Frank J. Cheney
F. J. Cheney & Co
Hall
A. D
A. W. Gleason
J. Cheney & CO
Evelyn Thaw Sees Rogues Gallery Face of Husband Stuns Her
Evelyn Thaw visited New York police headquarters with Alexander Keogh and a newspaper man to verify election figures and asked to view the rogues gallery. The first cabinet revealed her husband in the lineup, prompting her surprised exclamation. The detective replied that the picture had not yet been removed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rogues Gallery
New York
Evelyn Thaw
Alexander Keogh
Rheumatism Cured in a Day quảng Doctor Detchon’s Relief
An advertisement touts Dr Detchon’s Relief for rheumatism and neuralgia claiming rapid cures in one to three days. It asserts the remedy removes the disease’s cause, with the first dose offering immediate benefits. Sold by L P Canning at the corner of Clayton and Jackson Streets for 75 cents or one dollar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detchon
L. P. Canning
Clayton and
Jackson Streets
Preacher Cuts Man in Alabama Prohibition Clash
In Florence on November 4, Rev. J O A Pace Baptist preacher and S P Merrill livery stable keeper clashed over the anti prohibition amendment. Pace slashed Merrill with a knife and Merrill struck back. Bystanders intervened and both men were bound over for appearance tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florence
Ala
J. O. A. Pace
S. P. Merrill
Pace
Merrill
Winterville Social Notes Highlight Local Visits
Winterville items show Mrs. L. E. Freeman with her brother Mr. J. R. England near Crawford as he suffers typhoid fever. Several residents plan travel to Atlanta for visits and auto races while others attend meetings and move homes. A Box Supper at the Academy drew good funds as residents mingle with visitors from Athens Crawfordville and North Carolina.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. E. Freeman
J. R. England
Crawford
F. H. Kroner
A. J. Winn
Atlanta
Carrie Pace
Belle Barnes
J. M. F. Watson
Lillian Winter
Woman's Home Missionary Society
Greenesboro
J. T. Pittard
F. B. Shipp
Greensboro
D. A. Anthony
Statham
Ermine Murrell
Athens
M. B. Pittard
Academy
Beulah Dunlap
J. W. White
Bogart
B. P. Herndon
Crawfordville
E. D. Stone
J. H. Stone
Hall
T. Bryson
North Carolina
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Vittol
Athens Electric Railway Company
E. Clayton St
Rosa A. von der Lieth
College Ave
Lumpkin Street
Athens, Georgia
IBA Board
Atr Lin
Chas. B. Ryan, Co
D. Wayne
Gen
Portsmouth
Celestial Empire
Fores's
Seaboard
Georgia
City of Macon
Genuine Georgia Breakfast
Teachers Association
Sly
By GrYs
Leist
Will
M'Clellan
Husband
Winterville
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