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Newspaper
Butler Weekly Times
Location
Butler, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1902
Page
7
Lawton Ok July 5 The bull fight drew crowds as matadors and a jumping skit by Jesus Garcia entertained visitors though some attendees compared the spectacle to football. The event marked the fourth day of the Red Men's threat with excursion trains bringing 2500 visitors including Apache leader Geronimo and Quanah Parker with Kiowa participants.
Readers urged that catarrh is curable at all stages by Hall's Catarrh Cure. The proposition offers $100 for any case it cannot cure, with testimonials available. Also notes a July 4 bill in New Orleans approving history study of Admiral Sampson and Santiago victory, and a violent robbery at a newspaper office. Ballard's Snow Liniment advertised for cuts and bruises from farm accidents. Five strangers robbed a newspaper office, beating a night operator and injuring him. clock and furniture damaged.
AI event notes a nine to take key action as teams contend in a tense match. The report highlights strategic moves and key players shaping the outcome in a close contest.
Kansas City report notes the accidental deaths of Charles B. Stewart and J. W. Mosher, bridge gang workers killed by a collapsing structure near Hume Missouri. Both men were former Kansas City residents and their bodies are due to arrive in Kansas City today.
A stream of medicine ads tout cures for colds and worms, with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets promising one day relief, White's Cream Vermifuge sold to expel worms, and Herbine praised for cleansing blood and boosting vigor. Local notes include a Waynesville and Carthage mentions plus a Grange Indicator quip about newspapers.
In Little Rock on July 4 Governor Jeff Davis sent a protest to President Roosevelt over the appointment of ex-Senator James K. Jones to the canal commission. The governor called Jones not a Democrat, saying he had no knowledge of the appointment.
A Hamilton newlywed near collapse with marriage woes. He was beaten with a wedding ring in a beer episode, whipped with a buggy whip, arrested for disturbing the peace, and has since left town. Also notes Herbine’s cure for summer ailments and a Rich Hill bonanza tale of a former “devil” returning 350 dollars to its owner.
The Inez official act of Judge Andrew Ellison who died in a St. Louis hospital recently was to refuse a divorce for a young Macon couple. He saw pride alone prevented a reconciliation. The couple now lives together happily and prosperously, and Ellison’s death brings sorrow.
Dr David Starr Jordan argues higher training for young women strengthens college work and society. He notes.coeducation has not lowered standards and predicts no revolutionary change, while addressing fears that universities may prize amateur art and science over specialized study.
Mrs. Mel Beller of the Franklin Avenue Congregational Church in Chevelwood filled her husband’s pulpit after a serious Detroit street accident injured Rev. Moe Beller. She preached two sermons while he lay at home suffering from injuries described as a sin and other harms. If he recovers, she will continue to lead services. she is a mother of four and active in church work, having moved to Chiveland in December from Pontine.
The U S Department of Agriculture plans to deploy ladybugs as natural predators against the San Jose scale. Assistant Botanist Marlatt returned from the Orient with the insects after locating their original home in China. Only two survived voyage to America, but government-propagated stocks now number about 60, requiring constant feeding on scales. Also noted is a London observer remarking on advertising card turnover frequency in omnibuses and cars, while a Swiss census shows 51 women per 49 men.
The grand coronation bazaar set for July 7 features royal stalls and a likely opening ceremony led by the king. Princess Henry of Pless and Duchess of Westminster head the German stall with lively, stylish hosting. Other royal and noble figures listed, including Mrs Cornwallis Weee and Princess Mess, are noted as prominent attendees.
The narrative describes Count Boni observing a boxing or training display at a gymnasium run by a Black instructor. The scene depicts intense teaching, perspiration, and the count’s reaction as he promises to take ideas to his own gym. The episode involves mentions of Castellane and a protest of social tension in a public setting.
Himes J Bree secretary of the Ancient Order of DM thermins confirms reports that a motion is being made to form Irish societies to oppose caricatures of the Irish race in theaters and papers. The agitation aims to educate the people to oppose theater managers actors and publishers. The group objects to caricatures that exploit worst features and belittle Irishmen or other nationalities. An Irishman can joke as well as anyone but resents joking that denigrates his race.
Paris sees two new large apartment houses under construction on Avenue Henri Martin aimed at American residents. The radical plan removes the concierge role replacing it with a janitor and promises modern, uncivilized-free living conditions long complained about by Americans.
A Cuban war veteran George Brown sues for the return of his parrot Doctor after the bird created a ruckus in Sarah Bloat’s Harlem flat. Police, warrants, and a court appearance follow as the bird heckles all with Spanish quips and mock bravado. The tale stacks hijinks with a courtroom verdict pending as the parrot proclaims a gilded cage just not yet.
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