Not Even Memory in a Village Courtroom Tale
A harsh portrait of Preston, a brilliant yet disfigured lawyer, whose quiet college torment and isolation culminate in a dramatic courtroom defense that saves a man, reshapes fates, and reveals buried passions in a small town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josep Preston
Preetan
Preston
Appromi
Deak
Peters
University
Bess
Starvaton
Franklin
Ronald Norton
Toiler
Boxs
Titter
Best
Norton
Electric Bitters Trusted by Suffering Hartford Man
Twelve years ago J. W. Sullivan of Hartford Connecticut cut his lip with a rusty wire causing inflammation and blood poisoning. Two years of intense suffering followed until doctors proposed amputation. He credits Bri ic Bitters and Bucklawa Arnica Salve with restoring his health. Electric Bitters praised for eruptions skin issues and blood disorders. W P Woldridge guarantees satisfaction or refund. price 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Sullivan
Hartford
Conn
Earth
W. P. Woldridge
Tomlinson Compared to George Washington in Liar Debate
N. Herald reports a debate in which Tomlinson is likened to George Washington for honesty. Citizens dispute the claim with clipped phrases about truthfulness. The exchange suggests public skepticism toward Tomlinson and a satire of political mythmaking.
Freight Handlers Strike Grips Chicago Shipping
Twenty thousand idle freight handlers push Chicago into a standstill as papers report wage disputes and stalled shipments. Union President Curran declares publishers must negotiate, while managers warn of millions in losses amid halted wholesale trade and locked depots. Humane Society intervenes to release live shipments to prevent starvation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Curran
KA. Uelins
Burlington
South Water Street
Commission
Michigan
Wisconsin
Bouth Water Street
Hermane Fae Ciety
John G. Shortall
The
Humane Society
Transit troubles at depot spark standoff and theft
A stalled tram line and guarded depots delayed Saturday deliveries to St. Joseph Michigan. A driver evaded pickets, reached the warehouse by a police escort, delivering three packages while others were rerouted. Half-spoiled fruit and vegetables were redistributed to waiting poor amid scarce ice for cooling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reall
Ralfrosda
St. Joseph
Mich
Hephor
Sint
President Field
Knickerbocker
Hce
Chaffee Relieved to East Department Command
General Chaffee has been relieved of command in the Philippines and ordered to command the Department of the East. Major General George W. Davis will relieve Chaffee as of September 30, 1902, after which Chaffee and his aide will go to Governors Island, New York, to take command there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Ivy
Chaffee
Philippines
Department of the East
Root
George W. Davis
Chafee
Division of the
Governor's Island
New York
A Daring Boy Jumps 150 Feet For A Paltry Sum
In Wheeling West Virginia on July 15 Theodore McGrane a messenger boy leapt from the Ohio River suspension bridge before a crowd of pursued onlookers claiming the dare. He swam 40 yards to shore uninjured after a professional high diver failed to appear. T F Anthony Ex Postmaster Promise City Iowa reports Mystic Care rheumatism remedy sold by A B Rains Columbia 104 80.
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Wheeling
W. Va
Theodore McGrane
Ohio River
McGrane
T. F. Anthony
Promise City
Iowa
A.B. Rains
Colombia
Beauty in Vegetables and Street Color Inspires Sightseer
The piece notes the overlooked beauty of kitchen garden produce and street color. It cites art, still life paintings, and Teutonic artists as modest acknowledgments, and wonders why passersby rarely notice the daily palette offered by cabbages, fruits, and urban displays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sys
Popular Science
Vegetable colors and forms dazzle market garden displays
The article extols the wide palette of produce from potatoes to radishes, beets, peppers, squashes, melons, and greens. It notes crimson, carnelian, purple, and yellow hues, varied shapes from round to pear and swanlike, and the aesthetic appeal of foliage and arrangement, praising beauty as well as utility in the grocer’s display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Algie
Distressing Stomach Disease Cured by South American Nervine Cone
A patent remedy claims to cure stomach weakness and indigestion worldwide. It promises fast relief from the first dose and assures a safe, permanent cure. Sold by A. B. Rains, druggist, with bold claims of universal efficacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Rains
Lord Kitchener Arrives in England After Ocean Crossing
Lord Kitchener and staff landed at Southampton after the Orotava voyage from Cape Town. quarantined due to Maj. Gordon’s smallpox. He then went to Paddington welcomed by crowds and met at St James Palace by the prince of Wales. Luncheon for 560 followed with premier Salisbury and others in attendance.
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Paddington
Prince of Wales
Theo Goew
St James Since
Southampton
Pacific Steam Navigation Co
Cape Town
Lord Kitchener
Maj. Gordon
London
St. James Palace
Kitchener
Prince of Wale
Lord Roberts
Lord Salisbury
Lord Lathdowne
Broderick
Lord Tagelan
Whitthorne and Padgett Enter Seventh District Congress Race
Authorized notices declare Major W J Whitthorne and L P Padgett as candidates for Congress from the Seventh Congressional District, running under Democratic party rules. They seek party support and nomination as the campaign begins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
W. J. Whitthorne
Seventh Congressional District
Democratic Party
L. P. Padgett
Wal ter St. Bearden Seeks Fifth Chancery Chancellor Seat
An announcement lists Walter St. Bearden of Shelbyville as a candidate for Chancellor of the Fifth Chancery Division. The division covers Giles, Lawrence, Lewin, Wayne, Marshall, Lincoln, Moore, Bedford and Rutherford counties. Nomination depends on Democratic party action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter St. Bearden
Shelbyville
Fifth Chancery
Giles
Lawrence
Lewin
Wayne
Marshall
Lincoln
Moore, Bedford
Rutherford
Giant Japanese Crab Arrives at Brooklyn Museum Display
A mounted large Japanese crab, a gift to the Brooklyn museum from Engineer G. Blackford, forms part of marine specimens from Prof. Tashford Dean of Columbia. It was collected near Tokyo Bay in 1901 and mounted after careful handling due to its deep sea origin. The piece illustrates Japanese fishing methods and deep sea life, alongside sea lilies and glass sponges.
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Mueecum
Faswin Parkway
Brooklyn
Engeer G. Blackford
Tashford
Columbia
New York Exchange
Blackford
Bay of
Tokio
Monteagle Great Southern Chautauqua Summer Schools and Assembly
Monteagle's Cumberland Mount resort 2200 feet above sea level hosts the Great Southern Chautauqua. Summer schools open under visiting professors with extensive features planned for 1902 including wholesome surroundings and cool days and nights. Closes August 2 with offerings across many branches and special highlights for this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Great Southern Chautauqua
Summer Schools and Assembly
Cumberland Mountains
Ideal Su Ner
Monteeagle
Summer Sessions at Monteagle with Music and Expression
The College of Music of Cincinnati and New York School of Expression plan Summer Sessions starting July 8. About 250 lectures and entertainments offer instruction and pleasure. Reduced travel rates, board at low hotel and lodging prices. For details contact M. B. Pilcher, General Manager, Monteagle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York School of Expression
Monteagle
Ing
M. B. Pilcher
Non-Resident Notice in Overton County Tennessee
Non-Resident Notice issued June 27 1902 in Overton County Tennessee. J A Sneed and others named as complainants require non residents Mae Jane Thome James King July King and unknown residence to enter plea by the next term of court to be held the fourth Monday in July. If no demurrer is filed the court will proceed ex parte and a copy of this order will be published for four consecutive weeks in the Columbia Herald. N Akin Clerk and Master J H Dinning solicitor for complainants.
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Magren
Overton
Colombia
Tenn
J. A. Sneed
ve.Maetha Jane Thomefendant
James King
July King
Dence Unkown
Columbie Herald
N. Akin
J. H. Dinning
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Nuwan
Trim
Soba
Roland Sutton
Hanasen
Frank Leslie
Tomlinson
George Washington
N. ¥. Herald
Owens
Wrathers
Elkton
Floyd Medicine Co
Detroit
Ployd Medicine CO
Gen. Chaffee
George W. Dayin
Philip Department
W. Var
Cuba
Scott & Bowne
Sr A Aa
ACADE
Thousasds
Dr. King
Tva
Woldridge’s
Avery
the College of Music of Cincinnati
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