Blood-and-Ice Duel Over a Southern Beauty
In a Louisiana town, Edward Page a northern teacher and Della Venard face rival Pierre Legate a hot tempered creole. A pistol duel follows after Venard is wounded protecting Page. Legate loses first exchange and Page, forgiving, demands Legate leave the state. Legate vows reform and departs for the north as Venard’s promised husband, Page.
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Edward Page
Della Venard
Louisiana
Page
Northern University
Miss Venard
Pierre Legate
Legate
Loulaiana
Venard
Legite
Beeldes
Pogthia
Hin
Leo
Tam
Chauncey Wardwell
Why He is Bachelor Says He Prefers Confidence to Matrimony
A New York Globe column quotes a self styled bachelor at an uptown club claiming he nearly wed several times but avoided ties after sensing traits in women that he deems universally common. The piece jots urban wit, money woes, and flirtatious banter alongside quips about trust, love, and social antics.
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Wolversa
New York Globe
The Dangerous Fly Its War on Mosquitoes and Disease
Fragmented text describes mosquitoes as enemies in a long struggle against diseases like yellow fever. It mentions scientists classifying the insect as a threat and notes insects spread illness while a range of organisms and pests are blamed for decay and contamination.
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Scientivia
Fragmentary Early 20th Century Courier Journal Snippet
A distorted excerpt from the Tsuisviila Courier Journal mentions Getuy Cech and a three year old child, Yelenit of Paeslly-ie, with unclear dialogue about expense and a hockkeeper. The text is garbled, offering little coherent narrative or verifiable detail.
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Tsuisviila Courier Journal
Getuy Cech
Republicans Meet in Providence Rhode Island
The Rhode Island Republican state meeting selected three delegates at large to the national convention: Andrew J. Currier of Cumberland John Fletcher of Providence Ezra Dixon of Bristol and Alexander G Brumb of Worcesterly. The expected opposition to General Charles R Brayton did not carry. The platform endorsed the national administration including Roosevelt policies.
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Providence
R. I
Ty Eeaston
Intue
Andrew J. Currier
Cumberland
John Fletcher
Ezra Dixon
Bristol
Alexander G.brumb
Wirsterly
Charles R. Brayton
Glind
Roosevelt
Hepburn Measure Faces Judiciary Committee Setback
Washington reports show members of the National Civic Federation and Congress balking at the Hepburn measure under the Sherman Act. The bill was sent to the Judiciary Committee rather than the Interstate Commerce Committee, sparking concern among Hepburn supporters and prompting White House outreach to lawmakers.
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Washington
Mares
Smelale
National Civic Federation
Congress
Interstate Commerce Committee
Swickel
Joe Hepburn
Hepburn
White House
Judiciary Committee
Fear Senator Penrose 18 at death's door
Philadelphia March 27 United States Senator Penrose lies critically ill at his home causing great alarm. Doctors report no improvement and fear his condition may worsen with continued grave risk to his health and political impact from his illness.
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Senator Penrose
Philadelphia
United States
Penrose
Ilinvas
Ray Shaw
Erisia
Rutland Man Promoted to Assistant Superintendent
Walter Horton of Rutland has been promoted to assistant superintendent of the Atlantic Gulf and Pacific Construction Company. Horton, who arrived in 1902, has long been associated with the Rutland street railway’s expansion toward Pal Haven and with Chittenden Power Gas plants in Chittenden and Mendam, marking a significant step in regional transit and utility development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic Gulf, & Pacific Constructing Co
Rutland
Maceh
Walter Hh Flow
Jehan
Rutland Street Railway Company
Die Poritiin
Mestetan
Euporia Ent
Accident Fakirs and False Injury Claims
A surgeon warns that accident fakirs travel city to city exploiting knee injuries to collect insurance payouts. They stage faux slips, hide swollen knees, and move on after cashing policies, with one man allegedly earning over $21 in nine years through such schemes.
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Sergeon
Maurice
New Orleans
Thues-Dersveret
After the Raves curfew tale hints at party day mischief
Fragmentary OCR recalls a curfew or party day scene with hushed talk about what a man can endure and what he knows, referencing Holland and a newspaper tone. The readable bits hint at social disorder and knowledge testing in a washed Herald context.
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Holland
Estranged Wife Takes Poison and Lies Near Death
Providence March 27 Mrs Andrew J Borden of Newton Highlands failed to reconcile with her husband after recent separation. She ingested carbolic acid in a hotel room, was found severely burned and dying, and was rushed to hospital where doctors fought to save her life. Her husband arrived, fainted, and police and hotel staff assisted as she spoke briefly before lapsing into unconsciousness. Her mother Mrs Mantine Crane and the Crane family are noted as prominent in News fon Highlands.
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Providence
Lwr
Andrew Wyrdon
Newton Highlands
Bmantine Crane
Nareagansait
Fwee
Orly
Rhode
Boron
Mesos J. Crane
Ventin
News Fon Highlands
Terribin
Wits
Lillian Avenue
Toy Eace
Borden
Ln Worthy
Orden
Bellbay
Barbelle
Borton
Mare Muther
Mira
Moone Lake
Yew
Fentay
Bertie Borden
Prividener Hospital
Neral
Newton
West Ee
Vivian
Beatrice
Lowell
Tisehenit
Thom Smith
ASUS
Anid Hee
Borin
Mire
Nani
Bertha Cenne
Oryetal Lake
Coun Sein
Cramp
San Fehon
Spalanr
Unclear Historic Patent Remedy Promoted in Cincinnati Ads
Fragmentary OCR text describes a patent remedy claiming purifying pine product from forest precursors. It advertises a preparation sold in vials by Leach Chen Fal Go in Cincinnati. Mentions kidney benefits and careful packaging with each vial and directions.
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Leach Chen
Vanderbilts silence on wife’s departure sparks questions
New York March 27 Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt refused to confirm reports that his wife Cornelia Vanderbilt left Oak Hill estate for her brother Amiee French’s home in Newport while Vanderbilt’s counsel denied any pending divorce action. Vanderbilt said he would not discuss rumors or confirm papers served.
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New York
Alfred Gwynne Vienderbilt
Wrenth Vandur- Dilt
Ilind
Vanderbilt
Oakland Farm
Chandler EH. Anderson
Vanderites
Vamlerbitt
Anderson
Amos ‘Turk French
Tuxelo
Ile Nme
Wei
Vitor
Amy
Alfred ¢S
London
Trighton
Burrows Objects to Senator-Elect Smith
Washington March 27 Senator Burrows objects to the election of Maryland’s Senator-Elect Smith saying the procedure violated constitutional form. A Senate inquiry followed a partial attendance survey as the body prepared to admit Smith amid lingering questions on legality and eligibility.
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Burrows
Smith
Washington
Burs
Logis
Elent Sinsith
Maryland
Lin
Whyte
Senate
Maynor
Mr. Smith
Antibucket Shop Bill Reported to Assembly
Albany March 27 The antimarket shop bill of Assemblyman OBrien of Albany was reported favorably today without amendment by the committee of codes The identical bill of Senator Carsidy reported in like manner some time by the Shumate committees came up the Senate but was laid aside at the request of Senator Grady whose opposition was voiced Monday night
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Albany
Governess Sought for Household Amid Social Jokes
A fragmentary classified note shows a family seeking a governess for children amid garbled text and humorous asides about needing help with domestic tasks. The readable portion indicates a request for domestic staffing rather than formal employment.
A Flesh-Forming Food Promised To Boost Health
Fragmentary notice touts a flesh forming food product claimed to strengthen health and appetite. Mention of testing readers and potential buyers appears, with dubious medical claims and sales pitch tone throughout.
Woman's World Craft for Musical Case Keeps Songs Neat
A detailed guide teaches creating stylish portable music cases from pasteboard and fabric. It covers materials, lining, edging, joining methods, handles, and decorative options in a period tone, aiming to reduce scolding battles over music sheets while offering decorative variety.
Mindful optimism aids work and health in Harper piece
The Harper's article argues for intelligent optimism over naive cheerfulness. It urges practical steps to meet hourly demands, cultivate steady effort, and transform small routines into a path to health and peace of mind.
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Harper’s
Bonar
Alice Fallows
Beily
Eploit
Patrick
Heaven
Ufo
Table Decorations For Formal Events From Old Manual
Decorative suggestions emphasize using similar colors and thematic elements. Centerpieces feature lamps, paper shades, and shells with oysters served in their shells. Fruit displayed with greenery and wreaths of leaves, while glassware is arranged to balance the overall display.
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Ferna
Self Reliance. The Lesson That Was Taught
Henry Ward Beecher tells how a math teacher demanded self reliance, insisting no excuses or reasons for failures just the correct solution. The tale follows a student on a cold day, the teacher’s firm refusals, and the lesson that true understanding comes from proving you know it and standing by your answer.
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Henry Ward Beecher
Riding Backward For Summer Comfort At The Train
A quirky tip from the New York Press on riding backward with the pillow to the engine to keep feet warm and blood circulating. It suggests berths facing the engine and describes a fear of accidents with head foremost seating as a precaution. The text also includes a scattered domestic anecdote about memory aids using a string.
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New York Press
Cure Promises From Dr Williams' Pink Pills
A Battle Creek Michigan woman describes chronic illness from overwork and anemia. After ineffective doctors, she credits Dr Williams' Pink Pills for restoring strength, blood, and health, noting improved energy and recovery from grip and digestive issues.
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Battle Creek
Williams
Jain Strowin
Wat Kats Street
Battle Crosk
Mich
Wil
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Rhode Island
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