Demand Raises Ostrich Prices and Returns for Breeders
An old-time correspondent notes rising ostrich values across eggs chicks birds and feathers with prices up 29 percent from prior lows. Eggs now fetch three dollars and a single bird or pair draws higher sums while buyers seek quality calls for clear ringing eggs and wary evaluation. He recalls past prices and praises the ostrich as a swift symbol beside a fleet Arab on a cinnamon desert scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sahara Desert
Recited Reflections at Dr Martineau’s 90th Birthday
On Dr Martineau’s ninetieth birthday, Sir Henry Roscoe honors the longtime Liverpool preacher. Martineau, receiving many congratulatory letters, notes he will answer them all and recalls a rare message from a Norwich acquaintance who once called him dear James.
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Martineau
Liverpool
Henry Roscoe
Dr. Martineau
James
Norwich
Memory of Jane Rigby Honored by Elder Man
A veteran minister recalls Miss Jane Rigby, once thought dead, who now appears in a letter of cheerful reminiscence. He notes she is in her ninetieth year, reflecting on enduring friendship and rekindled memories from youth.
A Narrow Escape From a Jimson Bar Wound
Plunk Missouri merchant G W Cloyd recounts a four year old thumb wound from a jimson bar. The doctor urged amputation but he refused and used Bucklen’s Amica Salve which cured the wound. Available for 25 cents at F B Jones druggist.
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G. W. Cloyd
Plunk
Bucklen
F. B. Jones Druggist
Sugar, Dads, and Desire Behind Small Town News
A Jefferson Oregon Review blurb recalls a girl not seen yet and a kiss with fear of germs, but the lasting impression is sweeter. The writer notes their 73 year old father remains active, underscoring resilient family ties in a compact hometown snapshot.
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Jefferson
Ore
Wonderful Eczema Cure Reported By Harritete Family
In Henriet te Pa N A Adams describes a five year eczema case in their boy. Two local doctors said hopeless due to lung involvement yet after trying various physicians improvements appeared by chance with Electric Litters. Several bottles led to a complete cure, with additional claims about blood medicines and tonics.
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N. A. Adams
Henriette
PF. B. Jones’ Drug
Ste
Notice of Dissolution of Silverman and Jaskolski Firm
Notice states the partnership Silverman and Jaskolski of Bessemer Michigan is dissolved by mutual consent. John Silverman retires, Mike Jaskolski continues the saloon business at the same location. Jaskolski to collect all debts and liabilities. Dated Bessemer Michigan May 17, 107.
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John Silverman
Mike Jaskolski
Bessemer
Gogebic County
Michigan
Silverman & Jaskolski
Mich
A.D
Silverman
Mike Jaskoleki
Daily Thought Reflections From a Fragile Text
A compact fragment reflects on living by Christ’s life as a model and notes the difficulty of copying virtue. The text hints at inner guidance and discipline, suggesting daily imitation and moral self‑improvement through timeless teachings.
Dr King’s New Life Pills advertise gentle appendix relief
An ad mocks alimony with a claim of bowel regularity from Dr King’s New Life Pills. It guarantees satisfaction through F B Jones druggist and promotes a 25 cent trial. A separate notice seeks a shift boss or captain to sink shaft and develop property, offering a steady, confidential job with pay details to Box 35 Iron River Michigan.
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Dr. King
F. B. Jones
Iron River
Mich
Probate Court Sale of Gogebic Estate Lands
The Probate Court of Gogebic County Michigan orders the public sale of the estate of Conrad Carlson deceased. On July 3, 1907 at 10:00 AM at the front door of the Bessemer Court House the executor Alex Stson will auction the estate interests in multiple described sections in Gogebic County including Town 47 to 48 North and ranges 40 to 46 West.
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Conrad Carlson
Bessemer
N.W
S. FE
Town
S. W
County
Gogebic
State of
Michigan
A. D
Alex Stson
Waltham
No Disturbance at Union Depot
A middle aged colored woman, muscular, exits a train perturbed and breathless at the Union depot. She reveals an axe handle under her shawl and explains her plan to confront her husband who is leaving her for another woman, vowing no disturbance but intent on a decisive swing at him once seen.
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Union Depot
Chicago Daily News
Manly Art in France Boxing craze shifts Paris away from savate
In Paris boxing rises in favor over savate as Owen Swift, famed lightweight champion, sought refuge after killing Brighton Bill. He faced a Paris tribunal for wounds causing up to 20 days incapacity and aroused locals with tales of his training, inspiring young Parisians to imitate his pace in sweaters and greatcoats.
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Paris
Britain
Gaul
Owen Swift
Brighton Bill
Eo Adams
Charenton
Swift
Paris Tribunal of Correctional Police
Owen
London
Too much of a Good Thing at a New York banquet
Arnold Aly recounts a tale at a New York theatrical banquet and humorously notes the fatigue of repeating familiar stories. He compares the experience to a deaf friend who, unable to hear, laughs along at stories he has not heard, then repeats the same yarn himself.
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Arnold Aly
New York
Western Hustle in Salt Lake City Ad Circular Fraud
A youth offered to deliver 2000 advertising circulars to rural free delivery boxes for five dollars. Six firms accepted, the boy earned five dollars commission on 12,000 circulars. He rented a rig from a livery stable, posted signs, and completed four days of delivery earning about 35 dollars.
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Salt Lake City
Saturday Evening Post
Kerosene as a Household Cleaner and Window Wash
Advice notes kerosene in hot soapy suds cleans paint and hard finishes. Use about two tablespoonfuls in a pail of water while maintaining soap to cut the oil. A small amount in window washing rinse helps remove grease.
English hotels show signs of good times returning
An English authority notes improved business in British hotels. The signs suggest the country may be turning into a summer resort rather than a solely industrial nation, reflecting rising optimism about prosperity.
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Isle
Scathing Criticism From Bungtown Editors Clash
The Bungtown Bazoo editor mocks the Bungtown Panner editor, saying in reference to his rival’s mentality that even if the brains of that manikin were dynamite they could not blow his hat over his eyes.
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Bungtown Bazoo
Bungtown Panner
The Oak That Owns Its Plot in Athens Georgia
A two century old Athens oak is said to own the land it stands on. The tree sits on land once owned by Col. William H. Jackson, and a deed found after his death purportedly deeded the tree to itself, preserving its autonomy.
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Athens
William H. Jackson
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Daily Companion
State of Michigan
COUN
Gogeric
Manly Art
France
Economizer
Chapman Engine
United States Health Bulletin
Bessemer Brewing Co
United States
Wm. D. Triplett
Ironwood, Mich
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Bank of Ironwood
Ironwood
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