Albany Faces First Woman Electric Chair in New York
Albany New York February 20. Governor Roosevelt is unlikely to grant clemency for Martha M Place execution at Sing Sing this week. Place, who killed her seventeen year old stepdaughter Ida Place and injured her husband with an ax, would be the first woman executed by electric chair in the state.
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Albany
N. Y
Roosevelt
Martha M. Vlace
Sing Sing Prison
Court of Appeals
Sage
Ida Place
Daughters of Revolution Advance Guard Arrives in Washington
The advance guard including all national officers of the Daughters of the American Revolution arrived in Washington ahead of the continental congress. West delegates likely to be the largest representation ever, with relief workers from WWI era branches prominent. The gathering will consider a monument to Miss Reubena Walworth for heroism at Montauk, potentially the first woman commemorated with a national monument.
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Washington
Washingon
Tinental Congress
the Daughters of the American Revolution
Reubena Walworth
Montauk
wrecked in port Italian bark breaks adrift near St Michael's
The Cinque bound Pensacola to Southampton arrived, broke adrift while anchoring and was wrecked at St Michael's. The crew were rescued with difficulty and the cargo is salvageable. It is feared the British bark Thomes Thompson may meet a similar fate.
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St. Michael's
Bar Cinque
Pensacola
Southampton
Cabes
Thomes Thompson
Supreme Court Reconvenes with Key Decisions Expected
The Supreme Court resumed sessions after a January recess and is anticipated to issue several important rulings within a day or two. Reported from Washington the court is reassembling after the break.
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United States Territorial Court of Indian
Washingoo
Supreme Court
Nowy
The Wages of Sin Four Dead Bodies Found in Philadelphia Home
In Philadelphia on February 20, Mia Cora Fahrenkamp, two children, and an unknown woman were found dead in a decomposing crate at 1416 North Fifty-second Street. The scene showed disorder with beer bottles, a large nearly empty whiskey bottle, and cigarette stumps. The gas was on and authorities suspect death by asphyxiation due to intoxication. no violence observed.
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Philadelphia
Mia
Cora Fahrenkamp
North Fifty-second Street
G48
Paris riots foretell harsher days after coronation
Paris riots described as a foretaste of trouble to come as crowds clash in the Boulevards. The Versailles election scenes were a Donnybrook Fair with tragedy as a newly chosen ruler faces unpopularity. British reports note rancor in the press and hostile headlines for Loubet.
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Paris
London
Daily Mail
Versailles Eection
Loubet
Panamiet
Dreyfusards
Faure’s Last Hours A Curio About France’s Dead President
Paris reports a curious tale that President Faure fell ill after an afternoon at Actress Sorel’s home with his private secretary M. Le Gall. The delayed warning to Madame Faure and the sudden crisis minimized unrest, with rumors tied to Faure’s admiration for Sorel.
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Paris
President Faure
Elysee Palace
Sorel
M. le Gall
Madame Faure
Surplus Gold Currency Limits Paper Notes Said
Washington reports a gold surplus and paper scarcity nationwide except the Far West. Treasurer Roberts says the treasury holds 227000000 in gold and 23000000 in paper. Debates over exchanges and bankers fees reflect a shift toward gold in daily commerce.
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Washington
Far West
Gould
Roberts
Treasury
Ite
New York
Cincinnati
Chicago
Kanes City
New Torpedo Boat Tested in Columbia River Trial
The torpedo boat Fox built by Wolff & Sewicker Iron Works in Portland completed her official trial on the Columbia River. The vessel averaged 23.13 knots for two hours with propeller speed at 381 revolutions per minute, exceeding the contract requirement of 29.5 knots per hour.
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Portland
Ore
Fox
Wolff & Sewicker Iron Works
Columbia River
Wreck on Great Northern Flyer Injures Several
News reports a Great Northern flyer wreck near Spokane with a number of injuries. The incident occurred near Spokane and details are developing. Local crews assist at the scene.
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Great Northern
Spokane
Largest mill contract awarded in Huntsville Alabama
The Merrimac Manufacturing Company of Lowell Massachusetts contracted to build a cotton mill at Huntsville Alabama with a capacity of 200000 spindles. The new factory will be three times as large as the largest mill then operating in the South.
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Birmingham
Ala
Merrimac Manufacturing Company
Lowell, Mass
Hunteville
Chinese Killed in Battle at Talien Wan
A serious clash between Russians and Chinese at Talien Wan results in about 300 Chinese killed. The dispute arose from a tax issue, with reports from Pekin dated February 20.
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Pekin
Talien-Wan
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Cure for Rheumatism
Bundle of late 19th century ads tout Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for rheumatism and related pains caused by allegedly acidic blood. Also features classifieds for boarders, a traveling salesman post, and drugstore changes with Mr Wade selling to Bluefield Pharmacy and announcing his retirement at Meadow and Land building.
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Hood
M.G.H. Wade
Bluefield
Mr. Wade
F. L.A. Wilson
Mer
G. H. Wade
Prompt Settlement Urged on Overdue Accounts
A note from G. BD Steven Gor requests all debtors to come forward and settle promptly. The message expresses appreciation for friends and hopes for continued friendly business relations through timely payment of overdue balances.
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Steven Gor
Parkersburg push for capital move faces delays and weather impact
Still very active Parkersburg adherents push to move the capital from Charleston. A House panel delays amid local bills while a river flood risk and a leaky Capitol roof loom. Tax, telegraph, telephone and pipeline bills threaten clashes as anti premium stamps measures stir controversy.
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Parkersburg
Charleston
The
House Committee On Taxation and
Naval personnel bill faces final Senate passage
The naval personnel bill cleared the House and Senate with minor amendments, making it practically certain to become law this session. The measure stems from Theodore Roosevelt and satisfies competing Navy factions, reflecting Roosevelt's influence during his time as assistant secretary.
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Senate
Washington
Navy
Congress
Theodore Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Germany and United States Exchange Samoa Protests
Berlin Times correspondent reports Germany protested to Washington against Chief Justice Chambers in Samoa while the U S protested the German Consul. Influential circles in London suggest a joint disavowal by all powers to permit a unanimous future decision.
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Germany
United States
London
Berlin
the Times
Washington
Chambers
Banquet in Cincinnati Honors Evans on Washington's Birthday
Commodore Rob ly D Evans dubbed Fighting Bob will head a Stamion Republican Club event in Cincinnati on Washington's Birthday. A public reception at Barnet House precedes a private Queen City Club reception, with a noon escort to the Chamber of Commerce and guests including Governor Bushnell and Lt. Cole. Everything at cost.
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Bob
Ciociorati
Cincinnati
Commodore Robly D Evans
Stamion Republcan Club
Washington
Barnet House
Queen City Club
Chamber of Commerce
Bushnell
Cole
The
Loyal Legion
Discoveries in Medicine Indicated by Local Letter
A letter from Shelby North Carolina praises Dr King s New Discovery curing a seven year disease affecting vital organs. Mrs Luther Lutz is named as a claimant with three head ailments noting rapid sleep and complete relief after two bottles. The notice advertises free trial bottles and guarantees, warning against imitations and urging immediate action at cost.
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Aleep
Dr Kings No Life Pills touted as aid for digestion
Advertisement claims Dr Kings No Life Pills improve appetite and digestion, claiming strength and energy for those with stomach and liver issues. Claims a healthy appetite and vigor after use. Sold at drug stores for 26 cents.
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Allench
Dr. King
Ans
Otis urged to press offensive as Manila campaign nears
Washington reports from General Otis show officials expect a more vigorous push against Aguinaldo’s forces as reinforcements approach Manila. With the dry season and supply lines shaping the strategy, troops aboard Grant Sherman and Sheridan aim to reach by March while insurgents grow short of ammunition and naval forces tighten control around Luzon.
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Washington
War Department
Otis
Manila
Sheridan
New York
Luzon
Grip Cure Adverts Bromo Quinine Tablets Relief
A five cent remedy claims to cure La Grippe with L B Q initials on each tablet. The copy promotes the genuine product and its supposed grip curing properties.
Glorious cure claim for Bitters from Dr Cargile AVachita
Dr DD B Cargile reports four bottles of Bitters cured Mrs Brewer of scrofula after years of suffering from terrible sores on head and face. The remedy is praised as a blood purifier and supreme treatment for eczema psoriasis ulcers and running sores. It stimulates liver kidneys and bowels expels poisons aids digestion and builds strength priced at 50 cents at drug stores with guarantee.
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DD. B. Cargile
Avachita
J. T
Cren Shaw's Offers Deep Discounts Ahead of February Close
Clearance sale at Cren Shaw's 121 W. R. Crenenaw features low prices on dry goods shoes hats and clothing for men and boys. Sale runs until February 15 with emphasis on budget-friendly values and quick turnover.
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R. Crenenaw
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America
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Wm. Hicks & Co
Paul Perry
Columbus
DeWitt
Wasambie
BE. W. Maxwell
N. White
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General Otis
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