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Newspaper

Butler Weekly Times

Location

Butler, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Jul 10, 1902

Page

2

Woman and a Gun Declares Need to Defend Against Lawyers

Hetty Green, famed as one of America’s richest women, obtains a pistol permit in New York City. She says she carries only a small amount and fears lawyers more than anything, aiming to defend herself amid disputes over her late father’s estate and contentious executors.

Hetty Green America Molice Partridge Mae Lice C Itrien New York City Tewae New Yeork Tty Brgk Gireen Tee Pee Tee Leonanl Street Green Port Veote Amy Jungbhier

Theory of Dr Koch Tested On Cattle Tuberculosis

The Royal Agricultural Society of London formed a peers committee to review July experiments at the Royal Veterinary College exploring if human tuberculosis bacilli could pass to cattle. Experiments on a cow, two calves, and two yearlings showed varied infection signs and recovery, but overall the committee found the infection risk from humans to cattle likely very small while not ruling out cross infection entirely.

Koch Royal Agricultural Society of London Royal Veterinary College Bacilli Royal Seinery Eatthe Nonin

Fragmentary Marital Dispute Hints at Estate Trouble

A garbled report describes a man named Wyrekot and a family estate dispute. It references a doctor, overdose deaths, and threats. three men are said to have their names written on paper in a ominous trio.

Lexus

Dogs Deliver Mails in Harsh Alpine Conditions

In remote regions the mail service relies on sled dogs of the Siberian breed. Teams endure heavy snowfall and months of isolation, hauling provisions and letters in small sleds. Snowbound routes are common, yet dogs persistently pull the supply carriages, keeping communication alive despite extreme delays.

Press commentary on royal reforms and world leaders

Citing Chicago papers, the piece critiques royal duties and leadership. It notes Edward and Edison in light airship plans, mentions Nicholas of Romania dismissing his war cabinet, and quips on czar accountability. It parallels domestic fables about spouses with public figures.

Nicholas of Ronesia Chicago Record-Herald

Million Bibles Sold at American Bible Society Meet

A New York Bible event of the American Bible Society drew a large crowd. The eighty sixth annual report notes religious concerns and moral evils addressed by attendees and leaders.

New York

Fifteen wife directors constituted by payments this year

The article notes fifteen wife directors were constituted during the year by a payment of $150 each, now 26% remember were constituted by a payment. Receipts totaled Sih NT with a cash balance of S290 at year end. Allocations for foreign work are not to exceed one. The term amount of invested funds is MAGN. Income from permanent funds is Slicing. Bible issues total LeT7 at home and abroad. The most notable publication is the abbess of President toseresti on the Bible with 0 copies English and 1000 in Spanish printed. Rev. Dr P Wragg addressed the southern states audience.

St Sears Toseresti Ible Eit Derney Cimoune Church of Kev P. Wragg

Plans New Motive Power For New York Central System

Corneline Vanderbilt representing the Vanderbilt interests in the New York Central railroad has conferred with General Electric officials at Schenectady about wiring the system for electric motive power. He discussed whether sufficient power could be generated at Niagara Falls to propel all trains, noting the tunnel near New York would require costly changes. The plan aims to replace steam with electric power across the system, a project running into millions of dollars.

Corneline Vanderbilt Vanderbilt New York Central Railroad Ceneral Electric Company Schenectaily General Electric Mn Vanderbilt New York Central Niagara Falls New York

Rail wrecks trace to track spreading on curves at speed

The Chicago Chronicle notes that major railway wrecks arise from curves spreading while trains run fast. It suggests the heavy locomotive has reached its limit and fears current wooden tires and iron spikes may fail unless a new device replaces them.

Chicago Chronicle

Trials of Mr. Morgan and the shipping combination

After three weeks of effort J Pierpont Morgan is offered a 12 500 000 new recompense. Morgan hoped to travel this summer but circumstances likely force him to seek a larger flat and perhaps keep a dog.

Deadly Rice in Pangasinan Prison Report

Surgeon General releases findings from a Philippine prison showing deaths and beri-beri linked to use of Chinese white rice. Observations note severe conditions, crowded quarters, and a shift from native to imported rice correlating with a spike in illnesses and fatalities among inmates.

Marry Lintlefield Hoty Mangarinan Beriler Sternbergix Beriheri Prikon Buthling Linlf Wallding Wie Boekheri Beribert Hospital Janney MM Ensee Herbert Hoepital Epenm Berther

Wealthy Jay Gould Partner in Poorhouse Life

Josiah Lyne once Gaull’s partner spends his late years in a Karsville XJ poorhouse. Blind yet philosophical he turns to memory and insight, recounting a life of wealth and loss. He reflects on happiness, saying true contentment lies within and not in external fortunes or public praise.

Jay Gould Josiah Lyne Karsville X.J Sam Gaull Telpeed Avise

Wireless line for Alaska prospectus questioned

A government project to build a wireless telegraph in Alaska attracted varied bids. General Cheeley reviews proposals from firms including Marconi but may discard due to conflicts over commercial commissions. A Berlin bid is awaited before awarding a contract as officials seek a reliable offer.

Cheeley Alaska Marconi Company New York Washington Nerlin

Immigrant Influx Surges At New York Port

A four month tally shows New York welcomed 1750 immigrants with 26 500 arriving recently. Total arrivals for the period reach over 1 85 000 at Ellis Island and the Battery crowds grew as the public sought to glimpse entrants. The year to date surpasses any prior four month period, with Ellis Island recording large daily landings and crowding at the harbor.

New York Yen Fe Jonvery Felrimey Ellisland Ellis Island

Sabbath dispute stirs Jews at New Orleans conference

The American rabbis conference in New Orleans debated transferring the Jewish Sabbath to Sunday with sharp contention. Support favored revival or transfer while opponents warned it would strike at fundamental Nebratic faith beliefs. The talks highlighted the clash over Sabbath significance and Jewish tradition.

Conference of American Rabbis New Orleans United States

Special Train Rates From Kansas City and Nevada Mo

Special rates announced for Kansas City Missouri travel with round trip price 2.15 good from July 14 to 17 returning July 18. Nevada Missouri offers Interstate Soldiers Reunion travel from August 11 to 16 with sales August 12 to 16, round trip 90 cents.

Kansas City Nevada Interstate Soldiers Reunion

Harvest Hands on One Ticket Fare Offers Reduced Travel

Notice offers half fare for two on a single ticket and one third fare for three travelers to points in Kansas west of a line spanning Moline Eureka Emporia Council Grove White City Janetson City Maryville ELC. Valid for Vasnrrvoowr Missouri Poe Agt.

Pointe Kansas Moline Eureka Emporia Council Grove White City Janetson City Maryville Elc Poe

Bank thief drilled into vault during Independence Day plan

Jerry Williams, a Black man, bored a basement vault at Kansas National Bank securing nearly $65,000 in currency. He planned to exploit July Fourth festivities when staff would be absent and noise would mask the theft. Williams ran a shoe shining stand at the bank for years.

Kansas National Bank Jerry” Williams Williams

Salons and Portraits Draw Paris Attention

At Doris old salon M Demitle and M Chartran attract interest for works and portraits. M Herners portrait of his sister-in-law M Lagarde is discussed. M Legare, Paris Lyone Mediterranee employee, gains notice as a landscape painter with exhibitions. Amateur snapshot show opens at Galerie des Champs Elysees led by Duchess d Uzes.

Doris M. Demitle M. Chartran Roosevelts M. Herners M. Lagarde M. Trouillebert M. Legare Paris- Lyone-Mediterranee Paris Galerie Des Champs Elysees Duchess d'Uzes Kodak

King Ed ward at Newmarket in smart gray suit and overcoats

The Chicago Inter Ocean notes King Edward at Newmarket wore a gray suit with brown and four gray overcoats, single breasted and buttoned. The report implies that the smart set’s clothes will have no flies on them for the time being.

Newmarket Edward Chicago Inter Ocean

Order of Publication for Kinney Shepherd heirs

In Hawes county Missouri 1902 the plaintif herin seeks partition of a real estate block in section 26 township 42 range 31. Unknown heirs of Kinney Shepherd must appear at Butler court by Nov next or risk decree by default. Publication in Briton Weekly Turner for four weeks prior to the next November term. A. B. Ludwick Circuit Clerk.

State OF Missouri County of Hawes Chewli Court Josphine Shepherd Plain John Shepherd Maryon Tapscott George Shepherd Kate Marth Mary A. Gouwin Michard Fo Shepherd Anon E Covey Heira of Kinney Shepherd Iis Kimv Hates Missouri Porthrast Eouthesst Thessta Kinney Shepherd Butler Oald A. B. Luuwick Circuit Court Coen Lo. A. Ih Ludwick

Notice of Final Settlement in Minniee deceased estate

Notice is hereby given to all creditors and others interested in the estate of Minnie Ma iliven deceased that the administrator of the estate will present a final settlement at the Bates County Probate Court in Bates County Missouri on the 6th day of May.

Edison Lina Chicago Inter Ocean Edison Iliven Minniea Waite Bates County Mates County Minsouri

Paderewski Wept Before Europe Departure

The Chicago Recorder notes Paderewski wept as he began his trip to Europe last week amid fears that Morgan might seize control before his return. The account portrays a tense moment in a musician’s travel.

Paderewsaki Paderewski Europe Chicago

Newspaper Card: Chicago Tribune Suggests Baseball Rules Revisions

The Chicago Tribune argues for revising baseball rules or allowing captains to provide their legal counsel a chair near the umpire, highlighting disputes over conduct and authority at games.

Chicago Tribune

Notice of Final Settlement in Missouri Estate

Notice to all creditors that final settlement of the Florence Bowell estate is scheduled at the probate court in Missouri. Administrator A McDaniel will present the final accounts on the date stated, with details appearing in the public notice.

Executor's Notice Text Fragment

Notice states that letters testamentary are required and urges submission by the date published. It references the probate process and mentions no explicit names or dates beyond the publication reference. The fragment is unclear but indicates pending administration and an official deadline.

Be Lamo Stallion Sale Notes From Missouri Breeder

Be Lamo outlines a poultry style stallion program with details on a stallion kept at a named farm near Nontrosy and Butier Rosa. The notice mentions pedigrees and imports from Spain, breeding goals, and a focus on maintaining breed standards and care for the season. It references specificante and dam lines and a plan for management at the breeder’s property.

al Dulier Ena Ana Butier Rosa Kiamo Mickly Howe Audie Spain Charles Leonard Kiawo A. Pelger Clarkaburg Wtabird Lerts Micouri Acu Labber Che Poopie Reedere

Liberal farm paper club offer boosts three titles

A promotional notice extols a bargain subscription combining The Owl paper Live Stock Indicator Poultry Farmer and Speck Farmers Institute Editions. It claims the trio, plus country news, are essential for farms and offers one year for $1.25, a limited time deal.

Murner OWL Cau al Cis

A Most Liberal Offer. The Mirror Ad

The St Louis Mirror, an 28 page weekly in magazine form edited by Willon Marion ieedy with diverse contributors offers poetry prose criticism and reviews across religious scientific literary and artistic topics. It invites subscriptions at 10 cents in silver or postage stamps and promises ten weeks of Mirror to readers.

St. Louis Mirror la Magazine Willon Marion Ieedy Lite Mirror Mel Wnd Bass Tie Beet Buras Ube Bluucll Lue Puliclal Woulen Ube Uvine Len Weeks St. Louw

Fragmented notice from 19th century probate file

A garbled archival entry lists names such as Oliver Mie Uecke Usseid but is largely unreadable. It mentions claims amid some bequests and filings under a state or local executor. The text references publication and probating actions, with unclear dates or jurisdictions.

Notice of Administration for Liwenkiter Deceased

Notice hereby given that letters of administration with will annexed upon the estate of Liwenkiter deceased have been granted by the habeas probate court in Bates County. All persons claiming an interest must exhibit claims within a specified period. otherwise the court may proceed with administration.

Wili Ae Liwenkiter Dave Oremiit Bates County

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