Edison on Immortality Shapes Future Beliefs
Article reports Thomas Edison changing his view on immortality after sixteen years, citing a shift toward the soul surviving death based on scientific inference. It discusses Burbank and Edison’s belief in spiritual existence beyond the grave, contrasts with materialist doubt, and notes broader public reaction and related political commentary on primary reforms.
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Thomas Edison
Burbank
Bilison
Baison
Edisbi
Forafm
Whigh
California
Eilison
Unclear Family Quip Sparks Lost Identity Theme
An oblique fragment quotes Uncle Eben in a rural dialect about following a narrow path and mislabeling people as Jay-wilkers in a future world, with mention of Whshinglin Styr. The line hints at social labels and self-identity in a faded OCR snippet.
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Uncle Eben
Jay-wilkers
Twenty Years Ago Franks Pirates Visit and Local News
Journal Files from October 20, 1906 report the Franklin Pirates arriving by afternoon rail, engaging in friendly hostilities with local players. Cottrell, Ene RR agent, will leave for vacation in California. City officials met to organize a temperance group. James Turner chaired, N Waters secretary. Potatoes and apples are noted as fine crops. Charles Chase showcased fibers, and Prof. LD Monroe from Columbus visited.
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Charles Chase
Towo
The Peace Bridge Commemorates War Time Harmony
The Peace Bridge links Canada and the United States at Buffalo across the Niagara River. It spans the river where forts from 1812 once stood and serves as a symbol of neighbors visiting each other, inviting peace and cross border cooperation. The bridge is designed for a large traffic flow and reflects growing cross border travel and immigration trends between the two nations.
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Canada
United States
Buffalo
Niagara River
Cowmshies
Suela
Eros
Mean Fling at Tenors Mark Wwuth
A garbled report recounts a medical consultation where a patient with severe head pain faced brain examination. The doctor advised leaving the brain to be studied, and the patient reacted with confusion and refusal.
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Mark Wwuth
Ike
Milan Menaced by New Storm Strikes Key West News
Reports from Key West indicate a 110 mph hurricane-like wind affecting Havana and surrounding areas. Miami also warned of a tropical system sweeping toward Florida, prompting caution as Southern Florida reels from September’s earlier disaster. Local events include a charity gathering Friday at 8 for the Lusheran Ladies Aid Society and notice of the passing of PB Muller, former president of the Southern Trust and Commerce Bank of Southern California, with condolences expressed by friends and relatives.
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PB. Muller
Southern Trust and Commerce Bank of Southern California
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Muller
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Corry
Glad to spread good news about Lydia Pinkham's Compound
Detroit and Cleveland readers report health improvements after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. Letters praise stronger health and better sleep, with testimonials from women in Detroit Michigan and Cleveland Ohio. The ads claim the product aids women's health and is sold at druggists nationwide.
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Ohio
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Piytham
Plitkham Company
Lydia H. Pinkham
Etroit
Michigan
Detroit News
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Deloie
Ned
Lydia B
Tevbs
Gil Druggists
Kane Merchant Victim of Forgery in Ramons Glosiing Store
Kane merchant Harry Reid cited as victim in local check forgeries at Ramons Glosiing Store. A man about six foot eight inches, who could not read or write English, cashed a five dollar check misattributed to Sam Pridley contractor. Chief Tipton searches woods camps for suspect as description remains brief.
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Woost
Lynchings Narrowly Averted in Peoria Incident
Andrew Remley, 25, of Canton Minnesota, was detained by Peoria citizens to prevent mob violence after his alleged assaults on women and the death of an elderly husband, tied to a case involving Mrs Phoebe Wysong.
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Peoria
Andrew Remley
Canton
Minnis
Morom
Phoebe Wysong
Most Backward Farm Season In Many Years
Warren October 20 The report quotes Falkenburg of Grand Valley recalling a year when farming was hampered by persistent wet weather making work in the fields nearly impossible The hardest task was getting into the fields with tight ground and heavy clay The discussion notes poor wheat and corn prospects and the impact on harvest plans in the region.
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Grand Valley
Jon
Falkenburg
MG Falkirhiine
Mystery Surrounds Young Girl Death in Eniontowns
Authorities probe the death of year old Mildred K Burre as persistent rumors and police work unfold. Parents J G Pune claim murder while officials pursue toxin exposure theory and a formal investigation continues.
Concord P. T. A. to Meet Friday
Concord P T A will hold its Friday meeting at the school to elect officers for the coming year. A short program on Early History of Exit and Warren Punnlies will follow. Refreshments will be served. Parents and friends are invited.
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Suigul
Mrndey
EO Bares Wall
Exit
Warren
Redreshmautt
Washington primaries probe prompts state inquiry
Reed, chair of Washington Republican committee, ordered an investigation into the state race. He said he would wire a county official in Oregon to assist. Summer, also a party leader, called for a Senate inquiry amid reports of large campaign spending.
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State OF Washington
Prat
Chicago
Jaman LA
Reed
Renate
Washington
el R. Summer
Republican State Central Committee of
Srusloe
Orego
Portland
Sirmnna
Walsington
Senate
Jams L. Rarioe Dies After Puoke Suffered In Arge
Jams L. Rarioe, age 64, longtime Franklin hardware businessman of 35 years, died yesterday from a puoke suffered in Arge, aged 102. Born in Mercer county, he was a prominent figure in the Rardoe town.
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Franklin
Arge
Mercer County
Rardoe
Wave and Shine Hair Treatment Promises Quick Beauty
A boastful advertisement claims a hair dressing creates a Marcel-like wave without heat for glossy, abundant curls. It touts Ed Wallace Hopper’s Wave and Sheen, priced at 75 cents per bottle, with a money back guarantee if not pleased and a free trial at the advertiser’s expense.
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Marcel
Eds Wallace Hopper
Tollee
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