Inhuman Parents Sent to Jail in Oklahoma Case
John Coleman and Polly Coleman of Muskogee were sentenced to six months in the state prison for brutal treatment of their one year old Pearl Coleman who died. A mob nearly attacked the couple, who had kept the child in fear and endured harsh punishment. The trial revealed the child had suffered months of abuse and neglect, with the neighborho od rallying to protect the child as authorities investigated. Pearl Coleman’s guardianship was transferred to Mason Mawes, a wealthy merchant in Wiron, LT.
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Muskogee
John Coleman
Polly Coleman
War
Pearl Coleman
Ian
Polen
Wifh
Aoiles
Norby
Wien
Grind
Mawes
Wirowr
Negroes Drift North In Great Migration Pattern
Readable text outlines a population shift of African Americans moving toward northern cities. It notes Washington as once the largest black population center, with Chicago surpassing it in growth. Philadelphia and New Orleans are mentioned for historic roles, though the piece ends amid fragmented census details and city comparisons.
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United States
Dixie Road
Washington
Chicago
Ain
Philadelphia
Orleans
Memphis
Senate Hears Debate on Oleomargarine Bill in April Session
Friends of the oleomargarine bill canvass the Senate to learn Whit disposition toward the measure. Opponents warn of possible Senate refusal to concur with House changes and fear practical defeat. A minor amendment reduces tax to five hundred from six hundred and the House version may be acceptable. Pro forma remarks suggest the bill could be deemed constitutional if tested in the Supreme Court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
Ray
New York
Judicial Committee
Supreme Court
Police Judge rules Sunday closing ordinance invalid
In St Joseph Missouri on April 24 Police Judge P Carolus declares the city Sunday closing rule invalid, upholding previous convictions and fines for related offenses. Merchants threaten damage suits against city officials after rough handling by police and city court members. A mention notes tiny air cells in lungs and Allen's Lung Balsam claim.
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St. Joseph
P. Carolus
Allen
Letter from Wyoming Tracks Enorok Regions and Agriculture
Enorok traces Wyoming from center to northwest with Big Horn basin on the west and numerous tributaries like Crazy Woman and Tongue River to the east. Crops thrive in irrigated valleys with fine hay, grain, and vegetables. alfalfa yields large crops, wild grasses provide nutritious stock feed year round. Notable notes on potatoes, wheat, and a hammock site, plus local events and a small school with nine grades and five pupils. Weather remains fine across Ranger region.
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Enorok
Big Horn Mis
Wyoming
Big Vern
Big Horn River
Wolf Creek
Tongue River
Wallies
JM. Great
Mississippi Senator in Streetcar Knife Incident
United States Senator Money of Mississippi fought with a streetcar conductor over a transfer ticket near Washington. He drew a penknife to protect himself after being ejected. the conductor J C Shaner and fireman C H Hooper were involved. Money swore out a warrant for Hooper and sought discharge of Shaner by the streetcar company.
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Washington
United States
Money
Mississippi
J. C. Shaner
C. H. Hooper
Hooper
Shane
Abreet Ear Company
Democrats Win House Vote Over Sugar Trust Amendment
The Democratic House majority, aided by reformist Republicans, secured a clear victory by adopting an amendment to remove the differential on refined sugars from all sources. Sugar Trust backers call it an infamous outrage, while Democrats claim solid unity as the bill heads to the Senate for further action and potential rejection.
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Republic Bureau
14Th St
Pennsylvania Ave
Washington
Hous
Bet Suzac “Insurients
Alles
Sugar Trust
House
Cula
Havemeyer
Trust
Senate
Drought in Missouri Reaches One Year Anniversary
The Missouri drought marks a full year with no substantial rainfall since April 18, 1901. Officials report continued dry conditions, with May and January rainfall far below normal, cropland affected but not expecting mass losses unless drought persists into next month.
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Columbian
Missouri
Government Weather Bureau
Congressional Vote on Cuba Trade Amendment Surges Ahead
The measure, after weeks of bitter debate, passed the Senate with 100 to 105 in favor and 27 to 2 in the final tally. Republicans split until a 60 vote for the amendment aligned with Democrats, as 124 Republicans and 125 Democrats supported the amended bill. The plan allows the president to negotiate a reciprocal Cuba trade deal offering a 20 percent tariff cut for Cuban goods until December 1, 1903, with sugar duties set at 1.825 per pound.
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Sherman
New York
Cuba
United States
Dinner Honoring General Miles Attracts Notables
Washington April 20 guests at General Miles dinner included Buffalo Bill and many old friends from his military and official life. Colonel Coy toasted Miles praising his cool judgment and mastery, declaring no foreign invader would land while Miles leads the army. An advertisement for Ballard’s Sarsaparilla Syrup follows.
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Washington
Miles
Buffalo Bill
Umnder
Namny
Coy
Phil Sheridan
Tecumseh Sherman
Hancock
Sard
Botanic Blood Balm Claims Cure for Blood Diseases
An advertisement from Maxey's Ga touts Botanic Blood Balm as a cure for blood poisons cancer ulcers eczema carbuncles and other mal disorders. It features testimonials from Robert Ward and Geo A Williams describing complete skin healing and renewed vigor, urging readers to request free samples and medical advice.
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Atlanta
Deveribe
Robert Ward
Maxey's
Balin
Geo. A. Williame
Roxbury
Ruggis
Pierae
Blood Balm Co
Allen's Long Balsam Cures Cough From Cold
A newspaper warning urges readers to treat a worsening cold with Allen's Long Balsam which stops coughing by curing the cold. It notes that preparations with opium merely quiet the cough temporarily and confirms Allen's Lung Balsam contains no narcotic drugs and is sold by all druggists.
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Allen
Hall's Catarrh Cure Promises Universal Cure
An advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as a constitutional remedy that cures catarrh by acting on blood and mucous surfaces. It offers $100 to anyone it fails to cure and urges readers to send for testimonials from F.J. Cheney & Co. Toledo, Ohio, with pharmacists selling the product nationwide.
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Hall
Tor
F. J. Cueney & Co
Toledo
A Liberal Offer for Farmers Club Deal
A newspaper offers farmers a one year club including The Live Stock Indicator, Farmers' Minute Editions, The Poultry Farmer and their own paper for $1.25. The package is promoted as the best in their class, with strong claims on quality and usefulness for farm homes. The offer is limited and marketed as a temporary opportunity.
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West
William McKinley Life and Work Book Offer
A promotional notice for a biography of President McKinley by En. Chatiles Bh. Cory ENO. It touts widespread sales, eulogies, and a photo gravure, claiming vast demand and a fund from proceeds for a monument. Readers are urged to send stamps and seek exclusive distribution rights.
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EN. Chatiles
Cory Eno
Congress
House of Representatives
National
Canton
McKinley
Vletproepretan
Staty
Continental Assembly
Corcoran Idg
Treasury
Washington
Order of Publication in Bates County Circuit Court
Publication notice in Bates County Mo court: Walton v Wheeler et al. seeks to cancel a deed of trust and release lien on property in Butler. defendants Nellie C Shedd Helen C Wheeler Edward A Shedd presumed residents of Missouri. publication for next term.
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Dooley
L One
Heeler
Helen Ae Wheeler
Nellie C. Shedd
Legalegal
Edward Shedd
State of
Missouri
Bates County
H. Walton
Butler
Bates
Williams Addition
Bugin
Edward A. Shedd
Beari
Wang
Wheeler
Helen C. Wheeler
Nellie
Shedd
G. G
Wheeler Helen C. Wheeler
Sony
Aon
Ludwicke
Grav County
Oller Hinge
Heire
Lewellen Mathews
Diernsed
Leander S. Mathews
John NS. Mathews
Teri Tine
Lewellen
Leanders
Mathona
Lowellen
John N. Mathews
Borin
Enld
Circuit Court
Hates County
BR. Ludwick
Cireult
Blamo Stallion Stud Ad at Cooper County Farm
A stud advert describes Blamo a stallion bred from Spain line, kept at Cooper County near Montrose. It notes service terms, insurance, and colts foaled, with praise from locals and demand from breeders, stressing imported stock quality and early morning viewings.
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Natier
Montrose
Butcher Road
Ad Peigree
Manly
Spain
Cooper Co
Caarirs
Leonard
Elam
A. Fea
Clarkeburg
Coil
Miewouri
Notice of Admin Letters and Final Settlement Bate County
Multiple estate notices appear from Bates County Probate Court. Administrators George W. Pharis and Ellen Pharis seek claims within one year. two years to bar. Other notices show Abariea U Cole and Newman estates with intent to make final settlements in Butler Missouri.
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John Pheris
Bates County Protate
Bates County
George W. Pharis
Ellen. Pharis
Abariea U. Cole
AON
Bell
Sald Entete
Tate
Mingouni
Ty Te Hill
Butler
Missouri
Eat Newman
Loul
Cala Calate
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Harry Hite
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Cody
Ballard
Fartners’ Institute
Sanapee
Hese i Minhy
Oy Inn
William M'Kiney
Blamo
Boy
Rover
Huailer
Josue North Farm
J. W. Barnhardt
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Batee County
Anid Court
C. F. Pharis
R. Combs
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