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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1906
Page
4
An old advertisement touts Mull's Anti Belch Wafers as a cure for stomach trouble, bad breath, and indigestion. It claims the wafers absorb foul gases, reinforce the stomach lining, and improve digestion, breath, and heart action, urging readers to try the product and noting a rare big offer.
In a Boston Transcript note Dr WiNam Everett defends colloquial usage against rigid proofing as he recalls a boy’s book and a teacher’s critique. The debate cites dictionaries, scholars, and classical authors to argue language evolves beyond stiff rules. Also includes Missouri price records for a rooster at $800 and a humorous wedding prompt from London Tit-Bits.
An elderly veteran at seventy two recounts illness from years of coffee use and relief after switching to Postum. He credits improved health, increased energy, and heavy work capacity, noting the doctor urged the change and praising Postum per company claims.
A bomb from a balcony during King Alfonso and Princess Victoria’s wedding in Madrid exploded as the royal procession passed. The couple and most of the entourage were unharmed though several were killed or wounded. The king and queen proceeded to the palace after the attack as thousands watched the pageant unfold with shock and mourning.
King Alfonso XII wed Princess Ena of Battenberg in a ceremony witnessed by court figures and foreign dignitaries. The bride reportedly chose the name Victoria for the new royal couple, reflecting a traditional nod to Britain’s royal lineage.
The New York State law regarding wild bird destruction and plumage focuses on sale and possession for sale rather than prohibiting women from wearing feathers. It restricts trade in plumage and parts of birds to curb the trade while not outlawing wearing feathered garments itself.
A dire famine report claims 29 million starve in Muassia and over 20 million peasants across Russia die from food shortages amid widespread epidemics.
A jumble of brief mentions covers figures like Dr. Chilberg in Seattle connected to the Alaska Yukon Expo, explorer Dr. Nonsen writer on science, King Edward’s weight and prescribed horseback exercise, A I Cridler appointed state geologist of a Mississippi university, and GA Lester, a 19 year old son of Lord Ribblesdale. Other notes note the Sultan of Burkey declining a decoration for US relations, Ben Phonan’s odd habit, J D Rockefeller’s doctor on age and health, the Gaekwar of Baroda seeking American fisheries and sericulture experts, and Jerome of New York pleading guilty to weak offenses. Also mentions Edmand Longley, Fajory and Henry College founder, and a Boston priest linked to regge doha warhkh.
The article describes a royal wedding in Madrid with Queen Victoria of Span wearing a brillants coronet under her veil as Alfonso, in captain general attire with gilded orders, meets her at the altar. The ceremony, led by Cardinal Sancha, lasts about an hour and ends with the pope’s blessing and Te Deum as Madrid erupts in joy and bells ring.
Governor Argeius issued a peremptory order to Sheriff Nicholas Hayes of New York to halt prize fights and public sparring exhibitions. The directive cites the governor's authority and aims to stop escalating brawls following a recent clash.
Doctor Lous A Weigel, a noted surgeon and radiology pioneer, died after years of exposure to X rays. He passed away at the age of forty two following a long struggle with radiation-related illness.
A fragment notes that GOGO certifientes of legal residence tied to the Chingae were destroyed by a San Francisco disaster. It states Americans must produce duplicates from Washington or risk deportation, while Chingmen must prove their right to remain when called upon to do so.
A historical report claims a link between a disease and crime, narrating theories by a London physiologist who proposes crime increases as a disease spreads among populations. The piece notes expert critique and public concern.
A critical review notes continued farming sector strain with prices and outputs shaping broad economic prospects. Observers point to oil factors, crop yields, and maintenance of national prosperity amid shifting market conditions.
In a heated House session members accuse Sevres firs at the Interior Hitelipoek and Jenny of Agriculture Wilson of igniting the fires. The clash centers on responsibility for the blaze and political maneuvering amid the crisis.
An incident description notes substantial losses in shin merchandise valued at 250 dollars. The items were stolen by unknown assailants in a recent daytime theft. The report cites a separate $25,008 loss of shin goods tied to the same suspect group. Police seek leads.
Persistent confusion surrounds the Penns Wait Ward tally as observers await final certification. Local officials promise a swift countertop audit to resolve reading errors and ensure an accurate result for the upcoming county meeting.
A Madrid correspondent estimates the royal wedding expense at about 10 million dollars, detailing lavish decorations, clothing, and palace preparations. The event drew large crowds in galleries as well as domestic scenes, with significant outlays for coaches, uniforms, kitchens, and honeymoon arrangements across royal properties.
Representative Robert Adams of Pennsylvania's Second District shot himself in the head with a pistol at his Metropolitan Club residence in Philadelphia. He died at 1:80 a m after being found unconscious. financial reverses and the likely loss of reelection are cited as motives. Adams was a 57 year old bachelor and served in Congress.
In Kankakee Illinois Mrs Adelard Vanslette reports her three children aged eight, six, and two were found seated upright dead inside an old trunk. The trio had been missing about four hours. The mother believes they climbed into the trunk while playing and the lid accidentally closed, with no signs of force or struggle. Authorities consider the case mysterious and ongoing.
The Lincoln party convention in Philadelphia selected a ticket headed by Emery for Governor with Melvean County as their base, Hankenburg of Philadelphia for Lieutenant Governor, Major George W. Merrlel for Auditor General from Tinga County, and Alisha A. Coray for Secretary of Internal Affairs from Luzerne County.
A fragmentary 19th century report from Rawlins Wyoming notes the death of Jesse Keating at the state penitentiary from drink. The narrative alleges consumption of wood alcohol from a illicit bottle in a local factory setting and describes severe convulsions and mortal injuries. The text is distorted and includes garbled phrases about the body surface and footwear.
A Senate Committee on Privileges and Elections, by a vote of seven to five, adopted a resolution denying Reed Smoot's right to his seat representing Utah in the United States Senate. The action follows a report spearheaded by Samuel Dustin, with the Utah senator cited as not entitled to his seat.
A passenger list from New York shows Joli 1, Rockefeller Sais, accompanied by his wife and daughter, with Mrs Purini prentice, Mrs Wy W. Tengen, Miss J. M. Spelmany, Dr He Ty Biggar, a secretary, a valet, and other companions aboard the American steamship Deutsel Th bound for Hamburg in July.
A garbled open letter to Commissioner Winghin from police captures graft concerns in New York City. It references Captain corruption, a Spain canal labor mission, and various civic notes. Also mentions British trade actions, California auto registrations, and assorted disorderly and speculative items.
Milwaukee report notes a sweeping decision backing the Elkins Act, ending rebate schemes. Courts affirm that control of shipments by brokers or refrigerator firms makes them owners and prohibits accepting kickbacks and commissions from railroads. Railways must adhere to published tariffs, ending the so called freight broker practice. Estimated impact affects refrigerator and stock car companies nationwide.
Washington reports the sudden death of United States Senator Arthur P. Gorman of Maryland after a two month illness. The 1830 born leader, long a party figure in the Senate, died at his residence on K Street with Mrs. Gorman and several relatives present. Senate adjourned upon word. The Gorman family includes Ada, Mrs Lambert, Mrs Johnson, Mrs Tims, Mrs Gambrill of London, and Arthur Pue Gorman Jr. of Laurel.
In Steubenville Ohio armed guards clashed with miners at Phimitin mines wounding several. Sheriff Voorhees requested help prompting two Ohio National Guard regiments the Fourth and Eighth to be mobilized. Brigadier General Speaks assumed command sending word from Monroeville to take charge. Strikes at Dillonvale grow turbulent as buyers stockpile rifles and ammunition, extending to Steubenville and Wheeling.
The battleship Montagu ran aground on Shuttle Volut near Lundy Island in the Bristol Channel. The hull is damaged and 750 crewmen were rescued, with uncertain prospects for salvage or refloating.
The Rev Sabine Baring-Gould aged 75 writer of Onward Christian Soldier and several novels died aboard the Norman at Port Elizabeth South Africa. The report notes his age and death at sea along with his notable literary work.
The U S Grant Jury returns indictments involving Colorado Fuel and Iron and related firms in a rebates scheme. The case centers on alleged price rebates tied to shipments from Colorado to various destinations. A key figure allegedly confessed to participating in the rebate scheme.
A garbled report from Topeka outlines a political upheaval as Burton resigns from the Senate amid moves to expel, while convict Kars and others face pressure. The text mentions Kalias, Washington Hattites, and a muttered sequence of actions suggesting a disciplinary showdown and possible reform efforts.
An article recounts Dr. A. S. Packard's 1873 elucidation of the common house fly origin, life stages from egg to larva to pupa to adult, mating habits and emergence. It details egg laying on manure, larval feeding, pupation, emergence mechanics, and the fly’s seasonal behavior and predators. It also touches on Martha the zoo infant gorilla and brief local notes.
A long OCR fragment lists butter grades, dairy items, fruits, vegetables, poultry, and farm goods with varied prices. It mentions State and Western dairy items, cream types, beans, meats, and produce with per unit prices and bulk quantities, reflecting a crowded market ledger. The text preserves entities like Deana and Pears, Baldwin, Northern Bpy, and geographic hints such as Pacific Coast and state references.
United States Bureau of Statistics bulletin reports April totals of imports and exports reaching new highs with ten months of the fiscal year showing 1.021 billion in imports and 1.488 billion in exports. Breadstuffs and provisions lead gains while cotton prospects brighten and footwear prices rise amid broader market optimism.
Crop reports from the Southwest are favorable in condition and size. The agricultural prospect looks bright, with expectations of higher yields and potential cheaper unmanufactured goods as prices for cotton and wool ease.
A Seattle led company purchased the Portland Exposition grounds for 545000. The complex, near the city edge on about seventy acres, will house factories in the exhibit buildings with two woolen mills and a water pipe plant already in talks. The purchase, quietly made, aims to transform the White City grounds into a manufacturing center boosting Portland and the state.
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