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Newspaper
Burlington Free Press
Location
Burlington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1901
Page
4
New York boxing notes recount Terry McGovern losing to Young Corbett in the second round at Nutmeg A J, Denver’s Corbett delivering a rapid, decisive victory after McGovern’s early effort to rally. Corbett, alias Hill Rothwell, dominates with precise counterpunching and a swift finishing flurry, leaving McGovern stunned and defeated.
The piece argues consumption treatment improves yearly not through more medicine but common sense. It highlights fresh air climate diet clothing and exercise as key. Scott's Emulsion is promoted as a builder of flesh and lung aid with a mysterious but undoubted effect and an offer to send a sample.
Addison County Court at Middlebury opens December term Tuesday under Judge John F. Watson. Notable cases include the Jon Koehnbure murder and poisoning charge involving Nelson C. Jones, with State’s Attorney J B Donoway and others leading the prosecution. Also listed is State v Dr Harold J Stevens over legal questions tied to medical practice in Orwell Benson. The docket includes fourteen to fifteen additional criminal cases.
Baltimore November 2 The Walcott Jackson bout ends after twenty rounds with Walcott driving most of the offense and Jackson on defense. Walcott lands heavy jabs and blows to the head while Jackson fights to stay upright, bleeding from the left ear as the action unfolds to a decision.
Fragmentary Philadelphia Record style item shows garbled dialogue about a bonnet and a claim of crime. The readable phrases mention a Mrs Diegine, a madam, and a notion of distress between meals. The text then devolves into an advertisement tone for a tonic, with references to cures for dyspepsia and stomach relief.
Prominent men in Bennington hosted a farewell banquet for Judge Chas HK Darling who leaves for Washington to become deputy secretary of the navy. The event at Watloomsac inn featured venison and wild game, a port wine toast, and speeches by Gen. J. G. McCullough, Wells Lilin, and others, with committees L Sibley and J Tilheon arranging.
George M Pullman of San Mateo died this morning after several weeks of illness aged 20. He was recently married a few weeks ago at Reno Nevada to Mrs Hrazell Rich. Funeral arrangements are being made. reports note the cause as pneumonia with hemorrhage preceding death.
New York November 2 R G Dun and Company weekly review notes con suptuous demand exceeds supply and firm prices amid transport bottlenecks. Changes at railway terminals slow shipments and strike actions among workers worsen the situation. Bank clearings show strong gains, iron and steel demand remains high, and corn trade records peak as weather improves retail activity and exports rise.
A ferry collision near San Rafael and Sausalito left two ships sunk and three people missing, including a three year old. Rescue efforts saved many. one body washed ashore at Angell Island. Among the dead were G Crandall of Lone Syrup Works and G Tredway, a sailor.
The cases against J W Ketcham of Vergennes and Lieut Gos M W Allen of North Ferrisburgh over alleged involvement in the Farmers National Bank swindle will not be tried next week. Judge Hoyt H Wheeler granted a continuance to January 6 next, amid unreadiness cited by counsel. Jury action is expected to fill the week, with further adjournment to January 6, 1902. other implicated defendants remain at large on bonds and may face trial in Baltimore or elsewhere.
Brief claims from Burling ton residents support Doan's Kidney Pills. A testimonial from Mr Th W Stutler describes life disrupted by nocturnal kidney issues, sleep loss, and relief after using Doan's Kidney Pills, recommending the product and noting availability via dealers.
An old advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething children claiming it soothes, softens gums, relieves pain, cures wind colic and diarrhoea. Priced at twenty five cents per bottle, it is sold by grocers worldwide.
The report covers caucus outcomes with references to Speaker candidates Henderson and Stepburn, party loyalty, tariff debates, and attempts by Republicans to block Reed rule amendments. It notes New York and Texas delegates, a January 1 committee report, and hints of a steering panel led by Richardson to steer future policy.
President Roosevelt removes Governor Jenkins of Oklahoma amid a contract dispute with the Obata Sanitarium and a scheme to direct stock and profits to allied associates. The decision hinges on written statements and explanations given at the final hearing, with concerns over public service and political obligations.
A late night Altoona blaze killed five Burk family members and seriously injured Carl Burk. A lamp left burning for son Adam started the kitchen fire, trapping Mrs Burk and four children as smoke and flames spread. Neighbors tried to enter but were driven back by heat. Adam was away at the opera. Coroner to investigate, with evidence suggesting the lamp or a pet dog may have caused the blaze.
Rochester faces an injunction resolved by the State Department of Agriculture over cider vinegar standards and market labeling. A separate collision at Poultney involving Delawire and Diateton lines injured three on a northbound freight route, while obituaries note J. Wy. Batice and James Hale Thites, with Thites’ Brooklyn residence and Michigan ties to the University of Michigan.
Report from Swanton Courter details a deadly conflict over road building money ending with John Spicer shot dead in a wooded area near Fishermen's Cove. Spicer and James Spicer face each other after disputes over a stone crusher and roller. A body found. both parties have large families.
A fragmentary regional note discusses road building and road quality, mentioning Washington, naval matters, and local infrastructure. It references Dinke cruiser power, Miss Eilen, Stone the missionary, and general transport concerns with vague urban planning ideas and safety notes.
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