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Newspaper

Bessemer Herald

Location

Bessemer, Michigan, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1905

Page

15

Cripps and the carriage chase in Lorna Doone tale

In a rural pursuit a rescue unfolds as Grace evades Mr Sharp with Carrier Cripps aiding. A torrent of bravado, threats, and daring skirmish leads to a tense escape as Cripps guides Grace away while Sharp battles to seize control, culminating in a tense standoff and a cliffhanger.

Cripps and Grace Flee as Kit Defies Father in Duel on Dobbin

Zachary Cripps races with Grace Oglander aboard the cart while Kit Sharp battles the lawyer to stop his plan. Dobbin strains, the old carrier resists, and Cripps vows protection as a dramatic escape unfolds toward the timber track.

Dobbin Kit Christopher Sharp Grace Oglander Zachary Cripps Miss Grace

Daring lost him a job on smokestack climb

A bold steeplejack who replaced Elmer Wakefield at a 200 foot Western Union smokestack worksite is deemed safer though less flamboyant. Wakefield’s gymnastic stunts drew crowds and police, and the painting contract chose a more conservative climber to finish the job.

Elmer Wakefield Wakefield Western Union St. Louis Post- Dispatch

Careless Papa

Dialogue from the Cleveland Leader where Grayce Cooke questions Woodby Tooke Grace about her father whistling loudly in the yard and risking waking a dog as the hour to go home approaches.

Woodby Tooke Grace Grayce Cooke Cleveland

Too Late for the Coin. Confidence Dan Foiled Again

A Cleveland Leader snippet shows Confidence Dan at the St. Logis asking about Mr Harube from Hicks Corners. The hotel clerk points to the counter where Harube pays his bill, prompting Dan to curse the luck and acknowledge another failed attempt.

St. Logis Mr. Harube Hicks Corners Cleveland

Equal or Superior In Laws A Woman’s Viewpoint

A witty old remark contrasts a wife’s view of her husband against his family noting she will concede superiority to him but not equality. It adds a sharper line that truth flows through light but can lie in a woman’s eyes.

Jesus Samaria John God Adam

Heavenly visions and Heaven's glories beyond mortal grasp

Sunday school sermon on Revelation's last chapters compares earthly wonders to Heaven, stating faith surpasses human imagination. It links the tree of life, absence of curse, and light as truth, urging readers to read Revelation and seek heavenly treasures through righteous living and acceptance of Christ.

Heavenly Home God Heaven Daniel John Heavenly City Job Jesus Jesus Beelzebub Christ Iere

Crop Outlook Mixes Winds, Wetness and Wheat Gains

Weather bureau bulletin notes June 5 week favorable in Rocky Mountains and central valleys while New England sees frost and drought hurdles. Corn improved in Ohio valley and central Mississippi. winter wheat advanced with less rust. Oats and cotton showing gains overall though some regions report cut worms and labor shortages. Hay prospects solid in central valleys and lake region.

Weather Bureau Rocky Mountain Middle Atlantic New England Ohio Valley Upper Lake Region Oklahoma Texas Pacific Coast California Oregon Missouri Mississippi Ohio Nebraska Kansas North Pacific Coast Washington Dakotas Middle Atlantic States Missouri Valley Ilinois South Atlantic East Gulf States East Gulf South Atlantic States Arkansas Louisiana Virginia Kentucky

Mission House Seeks Students From Eastern Seminaries

The Rev. A. P. Doyle of the new Roman Catholic mission house in Washington D C tours Eastern seminaries to recruit students. The Rev. Harry W Perkins who resigned as rector of Christ Church Burlington Iowa was persuaded by the vestry to reconsider and stay with them.

A. P. Doyle Washington, D. C Harry W. Perkins Christchurch Burlington Iowa

Preached at His Own Funeral in Kentucky Mountain Church

Rev Henry C Slade famed feud breaker in Kentucky died and had his phonograph record his funeral service in Rideout. Mountain crowds gathered as his voice spoke posthumously directing music and delivering a final address to miners and mountaineers. The scene drew awe as rough attendees listened to the departed preacher's last words.

Kentucky Henry C. Slade Rideout Cumberland

Notable 19th Century Literary and Political Briefs

A collection of short notes mentions H Sothern preparing a poetry book, Trollope's son drafting a biography of Motiere, Astor owning 22 autos, Vanderbilt 14, Boutwell's daughter to publish his writings, and Roosevelt’s planned Tuskgee Institute visit. Cortelyou, Postmaster General, reputedly a fine pianist who once pondered a music career.

H. Sothern Anthony Trollope Motiere John Jacob Astor W. W. Vanderbilt George Boutwell Navy Massachusetts John S. Cox Tennessee Roosevelt Tuskegee Institute James Henry Smith New York Silent Jim Cortelyou

Denver Woman Thanks Pinkham in Noted Letter

Mrs. Sarah Kellogg of Denver writes from 1628 Lincoln Ave praising Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound after a five year tumor vanished in seven months. She urges women troubled by menstruation and womb ailments to use the remedy and to seek advice from Mrs Pinkham in Lynn Massachusetts.

Kellogg Lincoln J Ave Denver Colo Lydia E. Pinkham Lydia E Pinkham

Reservation land open for settlement on Sept 1 2005

The Uintah Reservation in Utah comprising 2 425 000 acres of arable land will open for settlement on Sept 1 2005. A pamphlet issued by the Denver and Rio Grande railroad describes the land and routes to reach it, and includes a valuable map. The pamphlet may be obtained by addressing S R Hooper G P and T A Denver Colorado.

Uintah Reservation Utah Denver and Rio Girande Railroad S. R Hooper G. P T. A Denver Colo

Moon to Earth distance joke cited by civil service official

Henry Berlinger of the municipal civil service board recalls a police appointment candidate asked the moon earth distance. He replied he did not know the distance but is sure it will never get on his beat, even when full, per the New York Tribune.

Henry Berlinger Municipal Civil Service Board New York Tribune

See Why You’re So Much Cleverer, Leader Quip

A Cleveland Leader quotation compares wit between two speakers with a playful edge. The exchange hints at pride and banter, showcasing a saucy remark about cleverness and perception between individuals.

Cleveland

Dyspepsia Cure Promised By Dr Williams Pink Pills

A San Francisco resident, Joseph Baysson, credits Dr Williams Pink Pills with curing his dyspepsia and insomnia after eight boxes. The ad urges use for indigestion and related symptoms, notes availability from druggists, and offers a diet book by mail from the Dr Williams Medical Co.

Dr. Williams France Joseph Baysson Aix-les-Bains Larkin Street San Francisco Cal Williams Dr. Williams Medical Co Schenectady N.Y

Also Mentioned on This Page

R. D. Blackmore Lorna Doone Alice Lorraine Luen Miss Patch Trace Mrs. Sharp Mr. Sharp Miss Oglander Hannah Pateh Christopher Missy Beckley Humbug Kit Sharp Bumpkin Esther Sharp Master Cripps Luke Sharp Claire Miss Grace Elod Surang Joe Smith Laues Black George Zecunds Etty Tickuss Mary Hookham Mealy Hiss Sally Brown Golden Cross Zachary Cripps Papa Ei Affairs Sarah Kellogg Woman's Relief Corpa Mrs. Pinkham Uintah Indian Reservation Baylson
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