Elmwood Man Found Hanged After Divorce
Asa J. Brown a well known Elmwood resident was found dead hanging from a peach tree. He had been in poor health and heavy drinking since his wife obtained a divorce last year. An inquest was set for Elmwood with W B Elliott to investigate. Earl Brown and Mrs Brace Ball figure among family as local jeweler J A Bhawver helps oversee affairs.
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Asa J. Brown
Elmwood
Anotheavie
Peoria
Brace Ball
Brown
J. A. Bhawver
Earl
WV. B. Elliott
Peoma
Electric Bitters touted by strong man P J Daly
Strong P J Daly of Chicago reports his feeble mother gained from Electric Bitters. He claims it improved her flesh and cured insomnia, with steady strength returning. The tonic aids stomach, liver and kidney complaints and is sold by Wm Robinson Co for 60 cents under guarantee.
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P. J. Daly
Congress
Chicago
Wm Robinson & Co
Resolutions from Arnbolt Camp on loss of neighbor
The Arnbolt Camp offers sympathy for the death of Aona Strain, mourning the loss of a devoted wife and mother. The charter will be draped in mourning for 30 days and a copy of the resolutions sent to the family, local paper, and memorial records. Committee: Jeanne Te Heericott, Evizasera Capy, Mary Crag.
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Aona
Arnbolt
Jeanne
TE Heericott
Evizasera Capy
Mary Crag
Administrator's Betire in Estate of Henry Plack Peoria IL
Administrator of the Estate of Henry Plack deceased announces he will appear before the Probate Court of Peoria County at the Peoria Court House for the November Term on the Zed day of November next. All persons with claims must present them. all indebted parties must pay promptly. Lupwie HassgLBACCHER, Administrator. E. D. McCabe, Attorney for Administrator.
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Henry Plack
Peoria County
Illinois
Ria County
Peoria
Lupwie Hassglbaccher
Ether Habit Dangers and Effects Compared to Alcohol
The article discusses ether addiction across social classes, describing users as ether people who inhale ether directly or through bandages, or by mixing with wild strawberries. It notes ether acts faster, dissolves quickly, and recovery is quicker than alcohol, raising questions about long term brain damage.
Obesity Debate in City Adverts Weight Loss Mystery
A dealer in anti fat preparations cites New York as the fattest city per square mile with Philadelphia Boston and Chicago following. He blames long distances and transit for laziness fueling overeating and reliance on gym routines before seeking his remedies from women seeking weight loss. He notes stout young women seek cures and comments on women hiding figures with attire.
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Square Mile
New York
United States
Philadelphia
Boston
Chicago
Grandchild Question Sparks Heaven Talk at Grandmother Time
A five year old named Ethel faces a grandfatherly prompt about heaven. Grandmother urges moral behavior as a path to eternal reward while Ethel wonders if heaven would allow visits from loved ones. The child tests the idea by asking to see her grandmother again.
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Ethel
Beaver
Grandma
Grandma Everely
First trip abroad reveals American traits abroad
A New York tourist agent explains to a Duluth manufacturer how Londoners will instantly identify an American traveler. He notes padded shoulders, extended sole shoes, a large knot in the tie, and a bristling mustache as signs of Yank style before speaking.
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New York
Duluth
Lendon
London
Reward Offered for Liquor Law Violation Evidence
A $25 reward is posted by the Law and Order League of Brimfield township Maine for evidence leading to a conviction under liquor laws. The notice cites Senator Clark of Wyoming crediting Bishop Potter for retelling a story about a young clergyman at an insane asylum who preached without his notes after the superintendent insisted on continuing the service. The anecdote ends with a biting remark from a patient about the clergyman’s mother.
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Peraca
Law and Order League of
Brimfield Township
Senator Clark
Wyoming
Bishop Potter
Chambeaus
Hio
India
I N T E R E S T I N G R E T I R E M I N D S O F L E S L I E M SHAW
Former Secretary of the Treasury Leslie M Shaw reflects on aging and work ethic in a candid interview. He says energy remains high at 68, noting his shoes last longer and his need for fewer pairs each year.
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the Treasury
Leslie M. Shaw
Wealth in Berlin Outstrips American Fortunes
The text notes Berlin's population of 2,014,148 with only two fortunes ten times greater than average. It cites 1,020 individuals earning $12,000 or more, while nearly half of workers earned less than $214 annually and 542,299 people earned between $214 and $714.
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Germany
Berlin
Lewis' Singie Binder Cigars Reported Top Seller
Annual sales exceed nine million units as the reliable quality is praised by smokers. The Singie Binder straight 5c cigar is described as very rich and mellow, equal to the best 10c cigars, with many imitators but no substitute for the famed brand.
Fairyland Wonders and Spectacles At The Midway Fair
A lively description showcases a carnival midway with circuses theaters and open air concerts. It highlights bells chimes and water features plus rides like aerial coasters and electric rails. The scene portrays a festive fair with bands animals and dazzling displays attracting crowds.
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Cairo
fin@st
Coeling Gwish
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