Early American Views on Law, Philippines and Health Cures
A jumble of excerpts notes secretary quotes on law and civilization in the Philippines, speculates on colonial figures like John Smith and Pocahontas using legal tools, and comments on mission sentiment. It includes Arkansas letters praising Dodd’s Kidney Pills as a cure, claims of kidney disease relief, and a minister’s quip about collecting for missions.
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Memorial to Senator Hanna Mausoleum in Lakeview Cemetery
A Grecian Doric style mausoleum is planned at Lakeview Cemetery overlooking the lake to honor the late Senator Hanna. White granite from Troy N Y will form the cross shaped interior with bronze doors, mosaics, and a central bronze lamp. Four sarcophagi carved from Norwegian marble will sit in the transepts, with sixteen marble kre?combs rising to the chapel.
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Troy
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Iene
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Coffee caused illness ends with Postum replacement proves safe
A Iowa clergyman recounts his wife’s violent vomiting linked to regular coffee consumption. After switching to Postum, the couple reports disappearance of symptoms for two years and no recurrences, praising the product as essential to their health. The notice favors Postum from Battle Creek, Michigan.
Minnesota dentist Dr Koch cleared by jury acquittal
In Mankato Minnesota Dr Koch, accused of murdering rival dentist Gebhannit in New Ulm on November 2, was acquitted after three trials. The jury returned a unanimous verdict Tuesday after one ballot. Relatives applauded as Koch thanked the head juror and prepared to resume life in New Ulm.
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Koch
Jong An
Dr. Koch
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New Tim
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Boy found serving term after believed kidnapped
Roy Courtright of Kansas City and his wife endured a long search for their son. He was found at the St. Joseph penitentiary serving two years for stealing four sweaters in Springfield, Missouri. They plan to seek a pardon while asserting the boy’s parents were dead to protect them.
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St. Jorvon City
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Exodus
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St. John's Hospital
Teon Phinters
Uittnala
Uw Mason
Town Incident Involving Corn Knife Sparks Court Action
Clumsy dispute in Clarkes Beluittendort amid August Hiepner over petal account of LeMurs Town ends in violence as a corn knife injures Helgeer. Officials prepare for court proceedings evaluating the incident and its aftermath.
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August Hiepner
Helgeer
Fever Surge Reports New Yellow Fever Canes in New Orleans
A New Orleans official notes twenty one new yellow fever cases in the city. Five deaths are recorded, three in the emergency hospital, all linked to Traitan names. A new case is found outside the city, tying to Lantian, Taft the city weeks ago, with others. Health authorities including Dr. Tarleton and Dr. Gelberg report cases, inspections, and quarantine measures. Mississippi will accept detention camp certificates issued by the marine hospital service. Railroad travelers with such certificates are allowed to pass through detention camps as of a Mississippi board directive, while Alabama tightens pest control efforts.
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Alabama Iis
Rush For Land Draw At Utah Sees Mass Registration
Thousands seek free land as Utah homestead registration opens. Eight private detectives arrive in Grand Inoaction Colorado to aid authorities during the influx. Wagering appoints special police to maintain order as up to 50 000 land seekers converge for in person registrations. Numbers will be assigned to eligible registrants and drawn in Provo starting August 17.
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Ulatah Reservation
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NO LIBERTY FOR HOCH AND LOCH RETRIAL TALKS
Chicago officials have pressed for retrial or acquittal options in the Hoch murder case as Johann Loch faces possible new prosecutions in Cincinnati and St. Louis. Authorities warn that even if Loch does not escape the sentence, multiple cases across Cook County and beyond loom for years.
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Lightning Kills and Hurts Bathgoers at Parkway Beach New York
A severe thunderstorm struck New York Sunday evening sending bolts across Parkway Lane baths in Coney Island. Five people died and nine were injured as bathers fled the shore amid rain and crashing thunder. Separate strikes hit a store in Flatbush Avenue Brooklyn and a Sixth Avenue Manhattan car fire. Hospital reports warned some victims may die.
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Trolley Hits Automobile In Camden Injures Five
A trolley struck a car near Camden New Jersey injuring five passengers including Mrs Valentine of Philadelphia and Abr Vitus tine. They were taken to Cooper Hospital for treatment. The other occupants suffered cuts and bruises as police investigated the Sunday morning crash close to Bryn Mawr Radnor—details unclear.
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Cloudburst at Warren Pennsylvania Causes Severe Damage
Warren Pennsylvania endangers many lives and causes extensive property damage as a cloudburst floods Glade Run. Homes along the riverbanks are washed away and residents are rescued with difficulty. reports also reference a night-time blackout and gas line ruptures amid widespread destruction.
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Population policy described by secretaries in state meeting
A garbled state document reports secretary Davison and others discussing population shifts in Iowa. It claims farmers are buying land near towns, expanding holdings, and moving to newer homes, with notes on farm machinery and urban pressures. The text cites rising prosperity and rural exodus as motives behind territorial changes.
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Ung State Executive Council
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Tuwa
Mysterious Death Suspected Poisoning In Beatrice Creamery Case
Ray Puree May, described as a visitor in Ade dap, died at Beatrice creamery while staying with Ray Maret. Transportation by a car arrived shortly before. The father Furst and wife found him dead in bed after ascending from the lower floor. Commer Beek, called to the scene, suggested heart failure or poisoning as the cause.
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Sehercliffe Extradition Hearing Sparks Accusations Against Dennison
In Monday hearings at Des Moines the Sehercliffe extradition case featured a sensational accusation that Oklahoma officers are involved in a scheme to harm Schecesitinm Oklahoma. Attorney Bhuer E. Thats of Iowa pressed the charge against Tom Dennison, while Mr. Thomas offered limited evidence. The morning also reported a mine fatality near Keystone, a depot robbery warning in Parkerstown, and a Sunday baseball injunction petition debated before Judge Seart at Oxkidooxe. Accidents included a climber’s fall near Mug eating and a sailor’s shipboard mishap in Davenport.
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Drowned Man Shot In Marsan City Mishap
A young man in Marsan City was shot while handling a revolver causing a deadly wound to his left arm and hand. The weapon discharged as he tried to hand it to another, breaking a bone and drowning rumors of a fisherman later finding the body near the river on the twenty second.
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Cophes Pankdexter
Staten
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Charles Umendoceon
Marsan
Humiy
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Murder Mystery at Tevin Ter Vly County
A woman named Ted was found dead near Harlin on Sunday morning. The incident sparked a local inquiry as authorities investigate the chilling discovery of the body and notes suggesting prior threats. Police say no further updates are available as the case unfolds.
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Cormuer
A Fine Legal Fight Over Corporate Articles
A garbled legal notice describes a dispute about corporate reorganization and the filing of articles of incorporation with county and state authorities. The fragment mentions the secretary of state, amendments, and the process for removing a corporation to a different county, with unclear names and dates.
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Legal Department of the State
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Hedhak Corporation
Texas fever in Iowa cattle scare spreads fear
A number of Texas fever cases are reported in Madison County Iowa prompting state officials to warn of possible epizootic. Cattle from Kansas City brought the disease, leading farmers to fear costly remedies and potential lawsuits as officials seek measures to contain the outbreak.
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Nee
Railways Face Higher Taxes After Council Review
The executive council completed its valuation work, raising railway tax burdens for towns and shifting more state taxes onto railways. Protests cite a $10 overcharge and $2,000 adjustments tied to new lines while farm values show decreases by about 1000 due to policy management.
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Taive Heen
Missing Man's Body Found Near Dew Moines River
The badly decomposed body of Henry Stelaha was found by two boys in a thicket on the riverbank near May 22. A note dated May 22 speaks of a wife and two children and asks forgiveness for his acts. A whisky bottle near the body possibly contained poisons. He is said to be 41 years old and left an estate valued at about $1,000 with $2,000 in insurance.
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Diamond Mateh Company
Fleree Eight Over Tools and Injuries at Carnell White
A chaotic incident near Carnell White involves carpenters and several injured men including Mon. Boerner, with reports of gunfire and a fight. Atherton is alleged to have fled with his tool, and authorities note none may die from the injuries.
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Pink Pills Promise Permanent Relief From Headache
Miss Stella Hochor credits Dr William Pink Pills with curing years of headaches, nervous ailments, and fatigue. The testimonial describes relief after one box and claims the remedy cleanses the blood of poisons causing pain and weakness, with broader benefits for liver and kidneys.
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No Hibies in Kentucky New York merchant tale
A New York dry goods man recounts a young traveler’s journey through Kentucky. He claims polite reception from locals yet faces skeptical, misread behavior and questions about his native background. The account preserves a dated, humorous tone of cross country commerce discourse.
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Playright Star Odette Tyler Stages New Drama
Odette Tyler famed actress writes a note praising the remedy Donny Kidney for a performance. The letter, dated November, expresses gratitude for the product’s effects and is signed ODette TYLER. Foster Sion Ovama, New York lists sales terms with price per box.
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Overland Route Through Sierra Described In Aerial Tale
A vivid depiction of the Overland Route across the Sierras from the vantage of a traveler aboard the Union Pacific lines. The narrative highlights towering peaks from 12 000 to 40 000 feet, rugged mountain walls, and the long, snowbound journey along the rails that connect Omaha to California.
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Not a Song It Was Our College Yell
A playful exchange reveals a college yell mistaken for a song as a gallant young man greets a bare scene and a girl admits she heard him singing then clarifies the sound was the college cry rather than a tune.
Fleder wen Kidowy Yravble ales c 19 re fan ae anes
An inquisitive family friend asks if their daughter made a good match and a proud winthar replies that the groom is the ascendant and unpersuaded lawyer in the state. Broad, old time rural life. mentions 80 cents a sack and meal changes as social detail.
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