RECORD BREAKER AS FLOODS SWEEP OHIO AND MONONGAHELA CITIES
Ohio and Indiana towns along the rivers face rising waters as the Allegheny and Monongahela flood Pittsburgh harbor with ice. Barges sunk, rail lines and bridges endangered, with property losses near a million dollars and few injuries reported. Rescue efforts persist on the Monongahela as crews battle ice and high flows. Cincinnati reports minimal damage amid the ice breakup on the Ohio River.
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Ohio River
Steamship Line to Run All-Water Route to New York
T D Love of Wilmington will operate a steamship line on the Santee and Congaree rivers between Georgetown and Columbus 8 C a distance of 200 miles The venture aims to open an all-water route to New York via the Clyde line and connect Charleston to Columbia through Georgetown Local Columbia businessmen backing the plan cite high railroad freight rates and have guaranteed substantial tonnage The line will begin operation in two weeks using Cape Fear Tiger fleet steamers in the Georgetown to Columbia service
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Cape Fear
Railroad Changing Tracks in Dublin GA January 22
The Wrightsville and Tennille railroad makes important changes in Dublin Georgia shortening and straightening tracks. New tracks are being laid to improve service and safety in the city.
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Wrightsville and
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Kodak Factory Offers Updated Developer Catalogue
Fastman’s Famous Kodaks available with late improvements and full-line alms. Eastman’s Reface developers catalogue offered at 14 Whitehall Street via Bend Ter free. Contact for current offerings and pricing.
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Eastmen
Whitehall Street
Grim Wins Purse in Ten Round Fight in Baltimore
Joe Grim of Philadelphia defeated his opponent in ten rounds for the Eureka Athletic and Social Club purse and a $100 prize from Gans. Grim sustained heavy facial cuts, prompting police intervention in the tenth round.
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Eureka Athletic and Social Club
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Rivers and Harbors Bill Delayed by Treasury Balance
Washington January 22 The house committee on rivers and harbors halted a river and harbor appropriation bill this session citing a large unspent treasury balance exceeding 38 million dollars. A new bill is expected early next session with about 58.7 million to continue work under existing contracts and maintenance legislation for public works.
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House Committee On Rivers and Harbors
Congress
Burton
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Corpmilties
Behooner Hopes Total Loss Off Doboy Shoal
The schooner Sarah C Ropes bound from New York to Brunswick went ashore two miles off Doboy and is now over a quarter mile up the beach. Tug boats could not reach her. cargo will be saved but the schooner is in total loss. Walter Inman fainted in Augusta opera house then recovered by midnight. officials deem it a fainting spell, not a stroke.
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Gai
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Peckham
New York
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Walter Inman
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J Walter Inman
Roasted Child Before Hearth in Bettie Paschal Case
Bettie Paschal, a Negro woman, is jailed on a charge of attempting to murder a three year old by holding her over a fire in an open fireplace. The child was injured and sent to hospital as Paschal awaits the result of the case.
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Bettie Paschal
Domestic Science from Puck Cartoon Dialogue
A humorous exchange shows a wife and husband debating what absolutely indispensable items they must take, highlighting domestic constraints and practical choices in a lighthearted tone. The snippet suggests a witty take on packing essentials and household priorities.
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Puck
Maniac aboard flood boat drowns wife and vanishes in Indiana
Jan 22 Indianapolis reports the White River flood carrying away John Showe and his wife on a house boat. Mrs Showe drowned. her body not recovered. Showe, crazed by cold, was handled by a rescuer then tied in the boat and swept downstream. Morrison attempted rescue but the boat sank with Showe beneath.
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Cuyahoga
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Etream
United Steves Steel Corporation
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Ica
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Rollo Morrison
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Maywood
Many Fleeced by Mohammed in Dublin Ga
Dublin residents report a man calling himself Charles Mohammed, a Moor, deceived many at a Baptist church talk. He gathered about 15 dollars, declined an invitation to stay, then spoke at a colored First Methodist church as a missionary to Africa, raising funds to “build a church.” Telegrams were sent after victims learned of the ruse.
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Charles Mohammed
Mohammed
The
Baptist Church
Africa
Herrera and Neary Fight To Six Round Draw
Milwaukee, January 22. Charles Neary of Milwaukee and Aurelia Herrera the Mexican fought six rounds to a draw. Herrera opened with chops drawing blood, Neary answered strong in round two, Herrera’s uppercuts and jabs gave him the edge, Neary rallied in round three, the fourth saw Neary press while Herrera stayed ahead, and the final two rounds were tame. Eddie Santry and Maurice Sayers also drew after six rounds.
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Eddie Santry
Maurice Sayers
Fire Destroys Buildings in Rockwall Texas
A $50,000 blaze in Rockwall Texas on January 22 destroyed several business district structures. Origin unknown, with estimated losses reaching 850 000. Fire crews battled the flames through the day.
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Texas
Rockwall
Recovery Tale Credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for Locomotor Ataxia
Oneonta resident Milas Enos recounts six years of progressive numbness and paralysis from locomotor ataxia and credits Dr Williams' Pink Pills for Pale People with restoring mobility. After initial skepticism, she notes reduced pain, resumed walking without a cane, regaining independence and strength, praising the remedy and its wide availability.
Murder by window shot in Clarkesville case verdict
In Clarkesville Georgia January 22 a coroner's inquest found William Childs guilty of homicide for shooting Garnett Loudermilk through a window. The jury recommended bond for witness John Sisk of five hundred dollars. Loudermilk died about an hour after being shot as he sat with his wife and mother in their home below Clarkesville. The pair, aided by Sisk, allegedly feared disclosure of a still.
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Alley Yearwood
Garnett Laudermilk
Wii Childs
John Bisk
Ayersville
Garnett Loudermilk
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Loudermill
Heavy Stakes Change Hands in Marietta Pool Play
By E. Bruffey special from Macon January 22 Brumby of Marietta and Ed Prather of Atlanta faced off in a high stakes pool match at Lonie Dinkler's parlors. Brumby led 200 to Prather 80 with backers securing a purse near 1000 dollars. Prather struggled to score, Brumby ran the table on one occasion, and the event sparked talks of another bout as money changed hands in a brisk, tense wagering scene. George Butee of Atlanta remained in poor condition after a recent assault, his health deteriorating at city hospital after exhausting himself and seeking to recover.
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Marietta
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Atlanta
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Prather
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Sill Alse
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Beating Death Reported in Savannah Woman dies after beating by husband
The coroner said Elza Dickerson died from severe beating suffered at the hands of Benjamin Dickerson, her husband, who may be arrested. The victim, bruised and broken, told the coroner she knew she was dying and asked to inform him. District residents have threatened violence against Dickerson.
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Benjamin Dickerson
Sherald
Schatzman Funeral Sunday in Macon with Secret Orders
The death of Mr W H Schatzman follows a three month illness. Funeral services will be Sunday afternoon at 43 from the family residence with Pythians Knights of Pythias Masons Templars and other orders taking part. Interment at Rose Hill. Survived by four daughters two sons an aged mother and four sisters in Cincinnati.
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W H Schatzman
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Mr Schatzman
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Savannah
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Martra Frank Brown
Schatzman
Revolver Stops Burglar at Gray Residence
Macon January 22 burglars tried Gray residence near Tatnall Square between 4 and 5 am using a ladder to enter a second floor window. The occupant woke, found no pistol, and fired. The burglars leaped 30 feet to the ground with the ladder, escaping unharmed and the escape described as remarkable.
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