Beggars in New York City Told of Millionaire Convictions
Reader reports describe a chaotic scene at an elevated station where a beggar, flanked by coins, draws pity from bystanders. A long narrative outlines alleged organized networks exploiting charity, with claims of "work" by the so called beggar trade and reviews of how cons target urban crowds for substantial sums.
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New York
Laisse
Gmk
Argentie
Telleo
Jeeves
Tekig Dyer
Apeak-Easles
Gola
Derini
Sik Colelderalyie
Cver
Pias
Hovis
Ghully Park
Eyas
Dees
Beggar Studies and City Life Highlighted in Courier Excerpt
The piece surveys beggars and affluent districts, noting envy of luxury among the poor, with observations on their habits and spending. John Barter and RK E Mase visit the island city, touring new city hall docks and Eagle Lake streets, while locals predict Kaige Lake’s growth. A reader seeks a shotgun in good condition.
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John Barter
RK E
Mase
Tt Island
Chisens
Eagle Lake
Kaige Lake
Ravages of Constipation Promised Relief with Klow-Lax
An early 20th century advertorial extols constipation remedies, praising Klow-Lax and Elo-Lax as fast, complete cleansers of the digestive tract. It claims remarkable health improvements, from headaches and skin to energy and breath, and promises money-back guarantees. It mentions Dr Fogel of Vienna and various dental and health claims, urging readers to buy at Beckman’s drug store.
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Fogel
Vienna
Theo
Westes
Hares Redan Leaves Houston on Special Pavlfle Lines Mission
Hares Redan, engaged in special work for the Southern Pacific Lines, departed Houston on a business trip. Mr. Rod and Mr. Hegan, noted light of hand artists, joined in town entertainments. F. S. Glenys in Eagle Lake reports the 1926 season hatch underway with Buckeye incubators handling weekly batches.
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Hares Redan
Houston
Roddi
Eagle Lake
Californis
Hegan
Glenys Eagle Lake
Mr. Ulery
Ulery
Mother of Lissie Agent Dies in Columbus Tuesday
The sad death of Mrs. P. Selly occurred at their home in Columbus Tuesday after an extended illness. Funeral services were held at the First Baptist Church yesterday evening, with many pallbearers and flowers. Survived by seven children including Nellie Ruth and Helen Helly of Columbus and Mrs. C. A. Paris of Atlanta, Ga., the family received many condolences from the community.
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Bmirs
Kelly
First Baptist
Norn
B. Shiuter
War
WW. Zyettel
Gen. Gesensworth
A. Herbert
Est Jaly
PL Worth
Fabo Belly
Dolly V. Nlodwik
Stisses
Nellie Ruth
Helen Helly
C. A. Paris
Atlanta
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New York City
Rivestad
Ching Town
Muresco
Alane Lambert
Benjamin Moore & Co
Paiste Vareiabaes Wel Hoaresie
le “High
Chevrolet
Duca
Fisher
Cara
Tewrep
Ima
London
Dbanet
A. L. Baring
A J Struss
Garwood
Noir
Tole D. Twdlfrey
Charity Organization Society
Godfrey
Usitcher
Brest
Beckman
Gausday
HH Beggyhart
Temple
Causday
Columbus
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