Thumb-Prints Prove Identity Across Lands In Crime Wave
Inspector McLaughlin cites a London letter showing a British crook identified by thumb-prints. The Bertillon system is compared to fingerprints, which are permanent from birth. The piece notes global adoption, including the US Navy and Army for service member identification.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McLaughlin
New York City
London
New York
England
Stowlng
India
Government of India
BE. R. Henry
Bengal
Sherlock Holmes and crocus dreams in March storm
In a fragment of a February April era tale, Dr Doyle’s Sherlock Holmes analysis blends with romance as Anne Nelson awaits her father and a visitor named Rexall. A staged mis identity, a midnight confrontation, and a hopeful proposal propel a melodramatic scene amid crocuses and candlelight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anne
Enuo
Daddy
Dora
New York
John Rexall
Dr. Nelson
Milligan
Johnson
John Rewall
Tom
Ake
Rexall
Conan Doyle Novel The White Company Preview
Public notices announce a forthcoming magazine feature presenting The White Company by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Readers are urged to join and prepare for opening chapters amid a period of political debate over seed subsidies in Congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sir A. Conan Doyle
White Company
House of Representatives
Congress
Dr Kline's Great Nerve Restorer Free Trial Offer
An ad claims permanent relief from fits and nervousness after a single day’s use. It promotes a free $2.00 trial bottle from Le. HH. Kuman Ltd at 931 Arch St Philadelphia PA and urges sending for treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Kline
le. HH. Kuman, Ltd
Philadelphia
Hair Growth Miracle Offered by Medical Institute
Bold advertisement promises hair regrowth and scalp cures as a free trial. It claims no dye, ships prepaid, requires no payment unless results satisfy, and urges readers to request a free package and a booklet with testimonials from delighted patients. Address provided in Baltimore Maryland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lorkrimer Medical Institut Incorporated
North Paca St
Sailtimore
Arbuckles Ariosa Coffee Promises Value and Fresh Flavor
An advertisement extols Arbuckles Ariosa Coffee as superior to loose store coffee, claiming sealed one pound packages ensure weight and purity. It notes the company’s large scale, patented sealing method, and offers 10 pounds to customers who order by mail with a $1.90 payment, plus a color illustrated book of presents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arbuckles
Ariosa
United States
Arbuckle Bros
Also Mentioned on This Page
Tit Hills
Lonton
New
Scotland Yard
Francis Galton
Sherlock Holmes
Andrew Lang
Messrs. Longmans, Green & Company
Micah Clarke
Dr. Doyle
Micah
Dorle
Sherlock Jlolmes
Deyo
Watson
Sherlock Hohnes
Sherlock Tiplines
Sherlock Tiolines
Dupin
Dr. Dorie
Sherlock
Howe
Lippincott
Migazine
Mr. Doyle
Crocuses In
Edith Doane
Wineral Heave Ramady Co
4Th Ave
Pittsburg
Ridge Building
Kansas City
Arbuckle Brothers
Waller Street
Michigan Avenue
Chicago
Ill
Liberty Ave
Wood St
Pittsburgh
South Seventh Street
St. Louis
Arbuckles Ariola Coffee
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!