Roosevelt toast and Irish joke headline mix
The report rails a toast to Roosevelt at a dinner by John Sharp Williams, mocking the president’s stature, followed by a humorous tale of Sir Robert Ball and an Irishman’s mistake. A lighter cartoonish note closes with a quip about railroad tickets and photographs.
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Mercury in nostrums warns against catarrh tonics
Fragmentary page item mentions dangers of mercury in cough remedies and recalls a Chicago Trib feature. It includes stray dialogue involving Johnny and an elder sister, plus an item on Lincoln Nebraska officials blamed for bribery attempts tied to a five thousand dollar lobbying fund.
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General Rosser in Critical Condition Stricken by Appoplexy
CHARLOTTESVILLE VA General Thomas I Rosser a noted Confederate cavalry leader was stricken with apoplexy his condition is critical Rosser later served as a US Brigadier General after being appointed by McKinley in 1898 He and Wheeler Start and other commanders were famed for raids including a 1863 dash into Beverly W Va.
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Lightning Strikes Hress School at Local Street
A fire damaged a house at a specific avenue after a lightning strike, breaking a 6x6 salt supporting column and scattering wood blocks. The roof was reached, the current followed the gutter, and stones were torn from the foundation in a direct sequence of destruction.
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Standard Oil Cuts Pipeline Lines and Purchases in Kansas
The Standard 311 company is cutting pipeline connections across the oil belt and limiting oil purchases to a small amount, effectively boycotting many towns. Coffeyville buys about 175 barrels daily, Cherryvale buys less, and several towns including Chanute Humboldt and Bolton report limited or no disclosed totals. Only Chautauqua production remains a major iffy exception.
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Rough Riders Reunion Sets April 6 7 in San Antonio
The Rough Riders hold a reunion April 6 and 7 in Riverside Park with Army charge of the camp. President Roosevelt wishes to meet as many old comrades as possible and will tour the camp after a reception. Trolley rides Mexican dinners and an escort to the President are on the program.
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Hyde Refuses to resign from Equitable Life Assurance Society
Hyde expresses firm stance against resignation amid leadership turmoil at Equitable Life Assurance Society. Officials confirm ongoing discussions as board members weigh next steps and potential reforms within the organization.
How Two Beautiful Women Escaped Pelvic Catarrh
Mrs Mable Bradford of Burlington Vermont writes that Peruna relieved her severe back pains and monthly distress after a cold. She praises the remedy as wonderful for women’s ills and notes its strong positive effect on her system.
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Hartman Proposes Peruna Cure for Catarrh and Beauty
Advertorial note touts Peruna as a natural remedy curing catarrh and pelvic disorders. It cites testimonials from women praising restored beauty and health, claiming Peruna improves mucous membranes and facial complexion with prompt, permanent care.
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Hartman Sanitarium Advice Offered Free
Public notice invites readers to seek Dr Hartman for free medical advice about Peruna. Send statements of case to Dr Hartman, President of The Hartman Sanitarium, Columbus Ohio. All correspondence kept confidential.
Remedial Eye Tests Prompt Frightful Parental Letter
Connecticut school program tests pupils for eyesight. A boy’s report to his father lists a pupil needing attention for astigmatism. The father’s reply to the principal reads “Dear Sir- Whip it out of him,” revealing a blunt, humorous parental remark about treatment.
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French Politeness in a Paris Shop
A senator recalled a Paris shop exchange where a fellow countryman offered 5 francs for a pin priced at 20 francs. The vendor refused, saying he did not know the young lady and that such a gift would come from someone who truly knew her.
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