Smallpox Epidemic Reported in Millville New Jersey
Millville New Jersey March 25 small pox in epidemic form was found with more than 100 cases feared twelve diagnosed by Dr S 3 Woody of Philadelphia hospital consulted with Dr John W Wade president of the board of health. Thirty five houses sealed under quarantine as doctors examine suspects. In one house sixteen residents twelve ill one case confirmed others likely ill. Special policemen sworn to guard homes and vaccination begun near quarantined areas. Population about 14000. Following board of health meeting orders may make vaccination compulsory for all residents.
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Millville
N. J
S. 3
Woody
Municipal Hospital
Philadelphia
John W Wade
Board of Health
Wheat Exports Leap in Eight Months to 357 Million
Washington reports breadstuffs valued at 357,091,823 shipped abroad in the eight months to Feb 28, up from 115,215,881 a year earlier. Wheat exports led the rise from 67,654,608 to 229,205,142, with corn, oats, and cotton also showing substantial increases.
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Washington
Department of Commerce
Widow of Stonewall Jackson Dies in Charlotte
Mrs. Mary Anna Jackson widow of Confederate General Stonewall Jackson died at her home in Charlotte after a period of unconsciousness. Attending at her bedside were Randolph Preston and his wife Julia Christian, Dr. Graham, and other relatives. The body will be moved to Lexington, Virginia, with a military escort to rest beside her husband.
Plowman Discovers Crushed Body Near Sharon
In Sharon Pennsylvania on March 25 James Culliman while plowing unearthed what looked like the missing W. T. A. Baer, a wealthy contractor who vanished a year ago. Authorities could not confirm the identification as Baer’s skull was crushed and the body wrapped in a blanket and bound with wire.
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Sharon
James Culliman
W. T. A. Baer
Baer
Steel Victim Dies After Molten Metal Burns Flesh
Philadelphia reports James F. Lee, a Midvale Steel employee at Nicetown, died in Germantown Hospital after eight days of agony. A molten stream poured over him during a March 1 incident, sealing his jacket in steel and burning flesh and clothing. hospital efforts to chip away the metal failed as the victim remained conscious to the end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
James F. Lee
Germantown
Lee
Midvale Steel Company
Nicetown
Narrow Escape Between Trains In Lancaster
James E. Trimble, a Lancaster traveling man, had a narrow escape at Walnut street crossing of the Pennsylvania railroad. He was caught between two passenger trains moving in opposite directions and knocked down by an engine but did not go under the wheels. He suffered serious injuries to his head and body.
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Lancaster
James E. Trimble
Pennsylvania Railroad
Walnut Street
Abolish First Degree Murder Punishment Bill Filed
Harrisburg reports a bill introduced by Mr Gels er of Northampton aims to end capital punishment for first degree murder. The text proposes life imprisonment with separate and solitary confinement for the convict, his orders abettors and counsellors. Danville notes Edward and Mrs Spotts underwent appendectomy at Bloomsburg hospital after prior attacks. A Detroit Free Press quip mentions a boss hiring soon tied to his daughter’s marriage.
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Harrisburg
Gelser
Northampton
Danville
Edward Spotts
Bloomsburg Hospital
Measuring the Stars First and Second Magnitudes Discussed
The piece explains magnitude classifications for stars, noting errors from early scales and the need for extension. It describes how brightness scales by factors of 2.5, compares Sirius to Allebraran, and cites Professor Ceraski estimating the sun at 30.65 magnitude with light equal to 880,000,000 first magnitude stars.
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Ceraski
Fittsburgh Gazette-Times
Ducuzel's Laughter Saved Madrid in 1808 Night
In 1808 Madrid faced violent crowds as a revolution shook Spain. Felipe Ducuzel, at twenty two, secured peace by gathering musicians and guiding the mob with songs and humor until nightfall. His unusual method pacified the city, a feat praised by Youth's Companion as rare.
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Madrid
Felipe Ducuzel
Real Estate Auction in Caroline County Maryland
Real estate under mortgage from John W Garey and wife to multiple Gareys will be sold at public auction at the Denton Court House door. Two story frame dwelling with outbuildings sits on land described in Caroline County. Terms: one third cash day of sale, balance in six months or all cash. possession after payment. Auctioneer I P Covey. solicitors Seth & Shehan.
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Thomas A. Melvin
Court House
Denton
Maryland
Caroline County
Philip Noble
W. R. Peters
E. J. Adams
Frederick N. Melvin
Hickman
Celia E. Melvin
F. R. Owens
F. P. Covey
John W. Garey
Alice S. Garey
William H. Garey
Reuben Garey
Matthew Garey
Rix R. Garey
State of
Sheppard’s Chapel
Greensboro
D. J. Zacharias
H. C. Rawlings
Chapel Branch
Sheppard's Chapel
Henry C. Rawlings
Nathaniel Horsey
Spring Branch
John T. Carter
San Caroline County
Orphans’ Court
James Ahearn
Wye Mills
Hamburg
Mary M. Ahearn
Cee’d. Chas
D. Schuyler
Audt
Parlett & Pascuult
Farming Implements Auction Notice at New Holland
Nine months credit with approved security. A lot of farming implements includes a 5 h.p New Holland gasoline engine, corn crusher, shell grinder, corn shelter, wood saw, and a Sharpless separator of corn hay and household goods. Auctioneer W. C. Moore conducts auction for Lewis Slaughter with approved security.
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New Holland
Lewis.slaughter
W. C. Moore
Reforming a savage and other old quotes in weeks tale
Reforming a savage recounts Mampuya of Kinkuzu who shunned extortion after harsh punishment at his own house and desires a teacher for his town. Also explored is Hip Hurrah origin from Latin and Silayo roots, plus a light note on little Mary asking if she is her people's child in Indianapolis News.
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John H. Weeks
Mampuya
Kinkuzu
Wathen Station
Mr Weeks
Alampuya
Jerusalem
Paradise
Indianapolis News
Mary
Kate
Albert
Credit Terms Offered With Interest Bearing Note
Credit of 6 or 12 months optional with purchaser. Interest bearing note secured to undersigned. No property to be moved until terms are complied with. James Baker. Parlett and Pascaul t Clerks.
Notice to Creditors of Joshua B. Raughley
Annie M. Raughley administratrix of Joshua B. Raughley deceased announces letters of administration in Caroline county Maryland. Creditors must file claims with vouchers authenticated by October 23, 1915, or be excluded from estate benefits. Dated March 23, 1915.
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Caroline County
Orphans’ Court
Maryland
Joshua B. Raughley
Annie M. Raughley
Joshua B. Raughtey
Elizabeth C. Nichols
Elizabeth C Nichols Estate Notice to Heirs
Elizabeth C Nichols estate notice by administrator James H Nichols states heirs must act before October 23, 1916 or be excluded from all benefits of the estate. Dated March 23, 1915, James H Nichols administrator of Elizabeth C Nichols deceased.
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James H. Nichols
Elizabeth C. Nichels
Cane mill operation announced near Denton for sorghum syrup
T S Slaughter of Denton Maryland announces he will operate a cane mill on his farm this coming season for sorghum syrup. He invites growers to notify him early and offers seed on request with terms to be arranged.
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Denton
T. S. Slaughter
New Tire Construction Eases Common Faults
The new tire construction strengthens resilience against common tire faults. It outlines specific weaknesses addressed by the design, highlighting improvements in durability and performance under typical wear conditions. The description emphasizes fortified structure and reduced risk of failures.
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Denton Journal
Howard Melvin Benj. H. Johnson
Melvin & Johnson
Millville, N. J
Stonewall
Detroit Free Press
Bas
Thomas HH
Noble
Ducazel
WM. H. Garey
Reuben Garry
Rix Kk. Garey
Mortgagees
I. P. Covey
Seth
Administratrix
Wyeh Mills, MD
Dee
Overland
Willys-Overland Company
Toledo
Ohio
H. P
Zedoc Sipple
Brownsville
Harrington
Jack
Holland Gasoline
Pleasant Valley
Easton
James Baker
Parlett & Pascault
Clerks
Grippe
Jtoadelers
Afedel
Pricast
Pasanter
Clark Automobile Company
Easton, Mb
Sar
Bullock
Denton, Maryland
Denton National Bank
T. C. West
Peoples National Bank
TF Johnson
the Provident State Bank
Preston
G. E. Williamson
Tit Goldsboro Bank
Goldsboro, Md
Robert Jarrell, JR
Thos. J. Ellwanger
Postoffice
Engle Mills
Federalsburg
Lillcoe
H.B. Messenger
A. J. Messick
Bethehem
Haynes
America
Leece-Meville
Remy Distributor
Payfield
Firestone
Collins
James A. Seemer
Easton, Maryland
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