Collision injures many as circus train wrecks
At Columbit Georgia a head on collision between Central of Georgia passenger No 2 and a carnival train of 28 cars owned by T Kennedy Carnival Co. killed and injured numerous carnival staff and animals. About 400 people were aboard including performers and families. Fires destroyed several cars and many victims were not yet recovered. Authorities awaited casualty checks and a flood of reports cited an unidentified cause.
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Columbit
Sieber Oliera
Talon
Cantral
Georgia
Con. T Kennedy Carnival Co
Kennedy
Eid
Hie Carnival Company
Ire
Ontert
Carnival Company
Erainges
Eiritval Company
California Syrup of Figs advert touts its use for child ailments
An old fashioned warning style ad urges mothers to give California Syrup of Figs to relieve biliousness, constipation, feverish infants, and digestive discomfort. It emphasizes using the genuine product from the California Fig Syrup Company and warns against counterfeit copies.
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California
California Fig Syrup Company
New Non Leaking Boston Fountain Pens Advertised
An old fountain pen buyback offer shows a Boston fountain pen advertised at one dollar. The ad promises the latest Boston model, labeled absolutely non leakable with a special comb feed and easy writing experience. Demonstrations of value are offered in store.
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Boston
Kane N G P Company Sees List of 24 Discharges
In the Sixtieth Regiment Gy Pine Company a shake up is announced with twenty four noted men discharged. Capt Sharp states the action will take effect once discharge papers are signed by the colonel. Some men left the city and are unavailable, others are dropped for various reasons, creating openings for new volunteers to join the unit.
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Thinelty
Parker's Grocery Seeks to Boost Wilson Camp Rally
A local grocer aims to aid President Wilson supporters by promoting a rally at his camp. The plan anticipates renewed focus on national Grand affairs and the upcoming preparatory events.
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Wilson
Harrisburg Woman Finds Quick Relief From Stomach Ailments
Mary Wheeler of Harrisburg reports rapid relief after using Mayr's Wonderful Remedy for stomach disorders. She describes bloating gas and distress after eating easing within days, with weight gain and restored appetite. The ad promises permanent stomach liver and intestinal benefits and offers a money back guarantee through the druggist.
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Mary Wheeler
Greentreet
Jurdsburg
Jong
Mayr
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Library Theatre
Te Henderson Piano Co
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Cross
Babbitt
Willis B. Conolly
E. Frederick St
Oil City Trust Company
Oil City, Pa
ASA
Kane
Purina Chic
Parker’s Grocery
Harrisburg
Connor Co
O’connor
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