Debunking Lincoln Clock Time and Jewelers’ Tales
A period study discredits a circulating legend that clocks set to 14 minutes past the hour mark Lincoln's death. It notes many pre 1861 clocks varied, Jewelers’ fake stories and a supposed National Jewelers Association offer no basis. The piece cautions readers about dubious timelines and marketing yarns.
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Lincoln
Booth
Jevelar
New York
National Jeweler's Association
Ocasion
Death Notice of Local Father in Meridian Tribune
About ten or fifteen years ago he purchased property in Meri jun where he and family lived until a few years ago when he moved back to his ranch where his wife died and since then suffered. He leaves three sons, one by his wife, and two by his deceased wife to mourn the death of a loving father.
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Igi
Meri Jun
Meridian Tribune
Force of Love Homily Sparks Quiet Household Joy
A Brownwood Banner Bulletin excerpt shares a homely tale where a husband’s affectionate kiss uplifts his wife. Her song while cleaning triggers warm recollections among neighbors, spreading happiness as the simple act deepens family warmth and goodwill.
Denver Groom Tries Bridal Tour As Baggage
A Denver man named Geo Prancia sought a wedding trip to Chicago by checking himself as baggage in his wife's travel. With little money for two, he packed provisions and water in a large trunk. The trunk went to Omaha a day late, nearly suffocating him before he groaned to be noticed. The bride reached Chicago and sent funds. he remains the only man known to attempt such a stunt.
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Geo. Prancia
Denver
Colordo
Chicago
Francis
Omaha
Prohibition Not a Factor in Upcoming State Campaign
The Houston Chronicle argues no need to inject prohibition into the governor race as it is not central to the contest. Citing candidates Bell Colquitt Brooks, it notes broad Democratic sentiment and local option views, with statewide support shifting toward local option and prohibition remaining a divisive issue only for extremists.
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the Chroniclé
Democratic Party
Judge Bell
Colquitt
Brooks
Coupbell
Otter
Lariéen
Céin Tarichin
Houston Chronicle
Major Flynn Dies After Bright's Disease in Hico
Major J W Flynn died at his home in Hico on Thursday January 1 1000 from Bright's disease and was buried in Hico cemetery the next day. A native of New York he moved south to Mobile Alabama and served in Wanl's Legion during the war, was captured at Vicksburg later exchanged, married his second wife Miss Susie Cole of Galveston, and then moved to Hamilton County to run a cattle ranch for many years.
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J. W. Flynn
Bright
Hice
Hico
New York
Moblie
Ala
Wanl
Vicksburg
Gal| Yeston
Susie Cole
Hamilton County
Norse Mutual Fire Insurance officers named in 1906
Yan 81 1906 notes fine spring weather and lists recently elected officers of the Norse Mutual Fire Insurance Association and Norse Protective Association. Officers include O Bronstad president N Branaghan vice president J Thos Jenson secretary Thos R Rogstad treasurer with executive board member Iver Olson. Newly reelected Norse Protective Association officers named N Branhagen president John Rogstad 1st vice TW Anderson 2nd vice Ole Bronsted Ltd view Theo Colwick secretary Peter Dall treasurer TARO re
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Norse Uutual Fire Insurance Association
O. Bronstad
N. Branbagan
J. Thos. Jenson
Thos. R. Rogstad
Local Firms Announce Summer Early-Closing Plans
To the public, several firms including P.BE, Sehow & Broa, Swenson & Hurat, Dittrich Bros, and Oscar announce they will close at early dusk during spring and summer, with Saturdays excepted, to give employees leisure after work.
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P.be
Sehow & Broa
Swenson & Hurat
Dittrich Bros
Foley Hovey and Tar cure claims and refund offer
A period advertisement lists refunds if Foley Hovey and Tar fails to cure coughs or lung ailments, claiming it stops coughing and prevents pneumonia. It markets fake remedies, laxatives, and patent medicine pitches, urging subscriptions and door-to-door promotion for agents with stated salaries.
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Drogeiste
Foley
Prion & Mitchell
Postmaster General Cortelyou Seeks Stricter Rural Route Rules
Postmaster General Cortelyou in a recent report outlines a policy of tighter adherence to the legal regulations governing rural mail routes. The move centers on discontinuations affecting rural route patrons.
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Cortelyou
Croup Remedies and Praises From 1902 Missive
A New Castle reader in March 1902 extols Hallard's Horehound Syrup as a wonderful remedy for early croup symptoms. The letter notes cold signs hoarseness and breathing difficulty and urges frequent use of the syrup, followed by Bullard's Snow Liniment at the throat for the croupy cough. The testimonial ends noting the product sold by Price de Minebell.
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Bullard
Vile New Castle
Cole
Hallard
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Clifton
Texas
Ellington Bros., Prop’s
Big Four Barber Shop
Clark & Brantley
Eee Oor
Our Service
Hist
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Mary Shelton
Poplar Bluff
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Mitchell
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