Church Plans 5 Million Fund for Ministers Widows Orphans
The Methodist Episcopal Church contemplates raising five million dollars to aid superannuated ministers widows and orphans. The Board of Trustees met at the Publishing Dens with Dr Ansen West presiding and heard a bequest of 3900 from Robert White West Viesyuh. An active agent was discussed to promote the fund and a Ferrani endowment of 5 000 000 was proposed to provide ongoing interest for beneficiary work. The board adjourned to Aug 27 with a date for another meeting and a successor named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Episcopal Church
Jes Te Lock
Ansen West
Robert White
West Viesi Yuh
W. F. Vadiver
Montgomery
Als
Ferrani
Mnd
Pronene
Marriage Licenses at Kelley to Miss Bettie Ann Stan
A marriage license was issued at Kelley naming Bettie Ann Stan as the bride. The groom’s name is not listed in the accessible text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kelley
Bettie Ann Stan
Elixir of Life claims cure all diseases from doctor Kidd
Dr. Janes William Kidd of Fort Wayne announces a mysterious Elixir of Life that purportedly cures rheumatism neuralgia stomach liver kidneys and many other ailments. He says the remedy is free to prove its power and cites witnesses who report walking without crutches after treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Janes William Kidd
Baltes Building
Fort Wayne
Ind
Janne Wrettan Kipp
Commerce, War, and Empire In Democratic Debate
A New England Democratic speaker argues against imperial war in the Philippines, insisting commerce should accompany peace. He mocks profiteering motives, asserts American wealth stems from internal commerce, and warns against world power as a destabilizing force. He champions constitutional faith and a peaceful, mercantile republic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Gage
Treasury
Democratic Party
United States
Cure Rheumatism and Catarrh With Botanic Blood Balm
Advertisement promoting Botanic Blood Balm as a universal cure for rheumatism and catarrh. Claims to cleanse blood, relieve bone and joint pain, sore throat, and nasal irritation, with a free trial and prepaid offer from Dr. Gillam at 21 Mitchell St, Atlanta. Includes request to describe trouble for medical advice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Gillam
Mitchell St
Atlante Tin
Immigrant origins and political notes from 1902
Data show Italy led arrivals to the United States in the year ending June 30 1902 with 187 875 immigrants, followed by Austria Hungary 171 989 and Russia and Finland 107 347. An anti imperialist committee led by Charles Francis Adams denounces army actions in the Philippines.
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United States
Italy
Austria- Hungary
Russia
Finland
Charles Francis Adams
Philippines
Yokley Wins In Fast Time In Ottawa Race
Hardin Thoman received a telegram from his brother Smith in Ottawa Alabama claiming Yokley won the race the day before after eight heats. The final heat was the fastest at 2 1844 minutes, beating Yokley’s former record of 9 10 set by Smith Thomas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hardin Thoman
Smith
Ottawa
Yokeley
Yokley
Smith Thomas
Business failures report for July week ends
K G Dun & Co lists 178 US failures for the week ending July 24, up from 174 last week and 184 in 1900. Canada totals touch 16, down from 17 prior week. The item also notes a quip about Mount Pelée and a Washington Star remark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
K. G. Dun & Co
Coast Line merger on Louisville and Nashville stock surge
Baltimore sources report chatter of Atlantic Coast Line seeking absorption of the Louisville and Nashville. Coast Line common stock jumps sixteen points while combined mileage reaches 1,344 miles and a $90 million price tag to buy out the Louisville and Nashville is cited. Morgan interests and Coast Line reportedly in harmony on deal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herald
Baltimor
Maryland
Ville
Atlantic Coast Line
Louisville & Nashville
Coast Line
Southrn
J. P. Morgan & Co
Louisville
D& Nashville
Relief in Six Hours With Great South American Kidney Cure
Distressing kidney and bladder discomfort relieved in six hours by Now Great South American Kidney Cure. Notable prompt relief of bladder and back pain for male or female, with rapid withdrawal of retained water. Sold by A. H. Ruins, druggist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. H. Ruins
Boers in disguise steal nurse’s horse in Transvaal incident
A British-claimed nurse was halted while riding near a northern Transvaal town held by the English. Two men, speaking Dutch, proved Boers in disguise and stole her borrowed horse, offering to return gear later. A Boer note to a blockhouse led to the horse’s safe return and explanation that safety concerns drove the act. The sister’s composure and the friendly treatment of women by British authorities are noted.
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Transvaal
London Hospital
Nur Scowls
Works and Not Faith in a Professor Edict
A professor rebukes a tardy student during a lecture and requires him to sit before resuming, sparking a short exchange about faith and works. A brief humorous exchange about money in a marriage follows, ending with a light punchline about riches.
Cuban Affairs Show Strain As Leaders Debate Role
Gen Fitzhugh Lee said last night in Iaouane that Cuban questions are unsettled and that Iskod should be considered part of a U S dependency. the statement signals ongoing debate over Cuban policy and governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gen. Lee
Iskod
The
United
Fitzhogh Lee
Osteopathy Praise From Plain Folks in Columbia
Letter from Brown Godwin recounts testimonials from local residents praising Osteopathy for relief from various ailments. He cites a wife sleeping better, a daughter cured of fever and dropsy, and a patient who regained appetite, asserting ongoing recovery and gratitude as evidence of Osteopathy’s value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ueteopathy
Manry County
Brown Godwin
Remarkable Speeds of Dogs and Foxes Across Species
A French scientist notes fox terriers enduring endurance, wolves and Arctic foxes sprinting 50 to 60 miles per night, Eskimo dogs traveling six and a half miles in 28 minutes, shepherd dogs 10 to 15 yards per second, English setters 18 to 19 miles per hour for two hours, foxhounds nearly as swift as a horse, and greyhounds fastest of all with English greyhounds covering 18 to 283 yards per second during full gallop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Dusolier
Ativer
Nansen
Whitthorne and Padgett announce for Seventh District Congress
Authorized notices declare Major W J Whitthorne and L P Padgett as Democratic party candidates for Congress from the Seventh Congressional District, listing their intent to seek the party's action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
W.J. Whitthorne
Seventh Congressional District
Democratic Party
L. P. Padgett
Congress Trombia
Walter B. Burden Candidate for Chancellor of Fifth Creek
Walter B Burden of Shelbyville announces candidacy for Chancellor of the Fifth Chancery Division. The slate includes Maury Giles Lawrence Lewis Wayne Marshall Lincoln Moore Bedford and Rutherford, subject to Democratic party action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter
Buarden
Shelbyville
Chanery
Sleepy Creek Folks at the River Station and Farewell to Mrs Purdy
The limited express stops at Sleepy Creek as travelers remark on the river, hills and mountain air. Old Mrs Purdy dies this week and her funeral at Mt Pisgah is described along with the quiet Ridge and nearby farm life.
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Thea Forkshires
Jake
Jim Musety
Sleepy Creek
Drt
Halliday
Ptare
Iimened Uati
Sideling Hill
Howe
Seaver Wythe
Mae
Kome
Joe Bowers
Hank
Hitlsite
Mac
Mee
Vien
Folke
Tin Moeely
Pete Hawkins
Washington Star
Roosevelt to Attend Spanish War Veterans Encampment
Philadelphia July 27 The third annual encampment of the Spanish American War Veterans will be held in Indianapolis on September 20 and 24. President Roosevelt has written that he expects to attend the encampment on September 20.
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Philadelphia
Indianapolis
Roosevelt
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Nain
Addren
NEW England Democrats
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Thayé
Hoar
Mr. Looky
Ward
Griggs
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee
North
Arfd
Spain
Edward
Moses
Department of Instruction
Manilla
Great Brittain
China
Yokely
Mount Pelee
Washington
Scott
Scott & Bowne
Louisville and Nashville
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Howids
Setters
Perriers
Darian
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