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Newspaper
Butler Weekly Times
Location
Butler, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1902
Page
3
Mrs. Sarah Kuhna, sentenced to life for poisoning her elderly husband in Delta, was denied a new trial by the supreme court this morning. The murder occurred four months after their marriage. Kuhna, crippled in the arms, concealed from her husband a valid deceit until after the wedding.
An old newspaper ad extols Dr Bosebees German Syrup as a rapid remedy for coughs colds and bronchial troubles. It claims early consumption can be arrested and lungs healed though not a universal cure all. It urges women to protect health while seeking jeweled wealth and advertises Green remedies and almanac.
The Baldwin steamer is believed north of Alger Island with the America likely fast in the lee. Frithjof and America will depart for Europe and France in July to support the search, with Champ and crew planning a patrol 150 miles along the probable Baldwin route.
Queen Alexandra reportedly selects the duchess of Marlborough, formerly Vanderbilt, to attend the coronation alongside other aristocrats. The peeresses fret over coronation robes as they await details of attire and the queen’s preferred dress code, while the monarch comments on fashion impact over traditional ostentation.
In a New York sermon Rev. Dr. Savage argues women should be financially independent and educated to choose a spouse they love and respect. He says many are taught to marry as the only career path and urges girls to pursue earning power and clear plans for a living.
Secretary Shaw follows Roosevelt's riding habit, taking a daily four o'clock ride on a horse described as a slow, low-effort hobby. The piece notes Shaw's horse moves at a dog-trot, a deep Mexican saddle, and compares his style to the president's vigorous rides. Beveridge also rides daily, without an escort.
An erratic, humorous note portrays a soldier demanding his lost pants and a strict two year service with honors. The text weaves in imperial stipend, punishment threats, and a dispatch about clothing, loyalty, and a comical plea amid a larger stream of antiquated science and urban whimsy.
The Waterviler arsenal aims to complete a tuned gun for Fort Hawilten in New York harbor by June 1 and send it to Sandy Hook for proving. The gun, four years in construction, may fire a shell up to 21 miles per observers, though some doubt the distance. It will weigh 150 tons and require 1000 pounds of powder and a 3000 pound projectile.
London May 24 A wealthy woman named Silva left her entire property to a rooster claiming the soul of her dead husband had entered the bird. A special fowl house was built to care for the rooster and the will caused family disgust. An heir reportedly killed the rooster to become next of kin, ending the dispute.
A fragment mentions Corea Cold in One Day Cake and Brome Quinine from EW. It references diigists refind the money fit fails to cure and Grove''s signature on a box.
Paris dispatch reports Acting Governor Totigerre of Martinique presenting colonial actions to the Privy Council. The council unanimously deem evacuation not justified for now. The Transatlantic steamer offers transport to Guadeloupe for those wishing to leave. About 10,000 inhabitants seek passage on the Versailles and Ville de Tanger to Trinidad and Cayenne.
An elderly veteran with a wooden leg returns after thirty five years to Crettynburg revealing he lost his leg earlier in a sawmill accident, not in battle. A stranger observes the emotional moment and notes the site’s memories. The exchange centers on war service and the price of survival.
Edward in London bestowed the signia of the Order of the Garter on the Duke of Marlhorettyrt and the Duke of edfard at Buckinglam polae this afternoon. The ceremony aimed to revive old pomp and attracted a notable company of Knights of the Garter including the Prince of Wales, the Duke of Conmeaght, the Marquis of Salishimry, the Marquis of Londonerry and the Duke of Nor folk.
Fragmentary text references Perry Davis and a painkiller touted as cure all. No clear event or outcome is provided, but suggests historical product promotion with claims to ease pain and cure ailments. No verifiable dates or locations are present.
Denver May 2 former Governor Charles S Thouss announced six candidates for the United States Senate as a Democrat to succeed Senator Teller.
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