Bell Admits Crime In Slaying Doctor Wife
The Elgin Echo reports John Bell, a trolley car conductor, confessed to killing Dr. Townsend and his wife at their New Brighton home, saying he sought the doctor and not material possessions. He described waiting in the bedroom for about an hour before the shooting, with two young daughters nearby, and noted the killing occurred exactly one year after the wife’s death following the physician’s treatment.
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John Tell
Wilwls
Hoxwood Bol
Charles Walntot Townsend
New Brighton
N. Y
Bell
Dell
Preacher Weds Then Sentenced for Bigamy in Revival
Rev Albert Holden, a preacher tied to church courtship during revivals, was sentenced to six years for bigamy after pleading guilty. Prosecutors say he married thirteen women while leading gatherings, claiming brain trouble as the cause while blaming an unfortunate fate for his actions. He admitted struggles with sin and prayed for redemption.
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Holden
Exports of manufactures reach 719 million in year
A Commerce Department Bureau of Statistics report shows US manufactured exports totaled 719 million dollars, 41 percent of all exports. Europe led with 318.5 million, North America 381.8 million, Asia 78.5 million, South America 64.8 million, Oceanica 29.7 million, and Africa 12.5 million.
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Ranu
Bureau of Statistics
Department of Commerce and Labor
Washington
United States
Europe
North America
Asia
South America
Ocranica
Africa
Great Flood in Ohio Valley and Mississippi Basin Analysis
The article outlines the Ohio basin covering 201,700 square miles, its relation to the Mississippi system, and the flood danger levels. It notes 14 states drain toward the Gulf, cites high water marks at Cincinnati Pittsburg Cairo Vicksburg and New Orleans, and recalls record floods in 1884 1902 and Arkansas City New Orleans Melville.
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Ohio Basin
Mississippi Valley
Ohio
Missouri Basin
Mississippi
Missouri River
Gulf of Mexico
New York
Ons
Georgia
Alabama
Olle
Cincinnati
Arkansas City
Ark
New Orleans
Melville
Louisiana
Peril of Rail Travel News Highlights Deadly 1900s Wrecks
A historical alert chronicles a wave of railroad disasters, noting 500 passenger deaths in four months as overworked lines and rushed schedules degrade safety. The piece cites numerous wrecks across the United States, criticizing dividends diverting funds from equipment and labor to profit.
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United States
Swettenham Quits Post After Davis Letter Apology
Jamaica Governor Swettenham resigned after sending an apology letter to Admiral Davis. The action followed pressure from Kingston residents amid controversy over the withdrawal of a vessel and alleged misconduct. The note was transmitted through the Foreign Secretary to the State Department in Washington, with resignations placed in the colonial secretary’s hands.
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Jamaica
Alan
Davis
London
Gov. Swettenham
Admiral Davis
Foreign Secretary
State Department
Washington
Gov. Swettenvhein
Swettenham
Swettenbom
Kingston
Canal Bid Stalled as Oliver Seeks Financial Partner
The Oliver and Bangs Panama canal bid of 6.75 percent of cost is rejected while Anson M. Bangs of New York watches. Officials consider advertising for bids again to attract new backing and a possible substitute contractor if Oliver arranges solid financing. McArthur & Gillespie may join if a satisfactory arrangement with Oliver is found. bids quoted were 6.75 percent and 12.50 percent respectively.
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Olver
United Sinter
Oliver & Banga
Panama Canal
Anson M. Bangs
New York
Oliver
Washington
Gala
Qliver
W. J. Oliver
Tennessee
Wilderness
Lookout Mountain
Tennessee River
Louisiana Cypress Swamps
Panama
Téwan
McArthur & Gillespie
McArthur
Foreign Commerce Convention Opens in Washington
The flat national convention for extending foreign commerce of the United States meets in Washington for three days with representation from all states. Initiated by the New York board of trade and transportation, the gathering discusses tariffs ship subsidies and related topics, with addresses from Secretary Root and the President.
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United States
Washington
Union
New York Board of Trade and Transportation
Root
Shea Case Delayed As New Trial Hinted In Conspiracy
In Chicago preparations for a new Shea conspiracy trial begin after a jury of 12 failed to reach agreement on 70,000 verdicts. The 54 hour deliberations ended with 7 to 5 in favor of acquittal, while defendants express desire for a new trial amid high prosecutorial costs and uncertainty.
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Chicago
Kaiser A Victor. Colonial Policy Boosts Reichstag Victory
The Kaiser A Victor piece reports Emperor William's policy of colonial expansion strengthening the government in the Berlin Reichstag election of 1906. Radicals conservatives and national liberals gain seats at the expense of the Socialists. The Socialists lose about seventeen to eighteen seats.
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William
Berlin
Day of disasters at Chicago stockyards and global fires
A sweeping record of catastrophes reports a deadly ammonia tank explosion at Armour Co in Chicago stockyards killing nine and injuring many as rescue efforts battle fumes and debris. The piece notes Hong Kong harbor deaths from a typhoon and coal mine disasters in Reden Germany and Lievin France with hundreds entombed or injured, highlighting severe industrial hazards and the day's grim toll.
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Touy
Armour & Co
Obitengo
Reden
Rhentsit Prussis
Lleyin
France
Chicago
Arnonr & Co
Flve
Dianatern
Saarbrucken
Rhenish Prussia
Iaby Tyes
Nm Cod
Lievin
Coutreres
Plmi
Coutrieres
Prance
Calais
Manny
Far and Near era arrests and audits noted
William Fowler Thompson, president of Standard Glass Co in Pottsville, Pa., arrested in Philadelphia on charges of fraudulently cashing money on stock subscriptions. William Whiteley ousted as manager of Farmers Cooperative Harvester Co in Springfield, Ohio, with books ordered audited. Dunn R. Cavanaugh, formerly of Pittsburgh, arrested in Rochester, N C, for misappropriating 20000 dollars from a department store he promoted. Duchess of Manchester, Miss Zimmerman, named to be Lady in Waiting to Queen Alexandra.
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William Fowler Thompson
Standard Glass Company
Pottsville
Philadelphia
Steck
William Whiteley
L’armers' Co-operative Harvester Company
Springfield
Ohio
Doun R. Cavanaugh
Pittsburg
Rochester
N. C
Cincinnati
Duchess of Manchester
Zimmerman
Queep Alexandra
Nervous Headaches Helped by Doctor Williams Pills
Patient Mrs Addie Merrill of Union Street Auburn Maine reports years of painful nervous headaches ceasing after using Dr Williams Pink Pills. She gained appetite weight and color while headaches vanished. Pills sold by druggists or postpaid 60 cents a box six for 2 50 from Dr Williams Medicine Co Schenectady NY.
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Dr. Williams
Addie Merrill
Union Street
Auburn
Dr. Willams
Suburban Train Passengers Spar Over Frugal Finances
A whiskered passenger laments a dark day while another with a Hirst Ward accent responds that not everyone is gloomy. He argues Savin’ money by tightening belts, noting the ripcord company and the broader effort to cut costs aboard the train.
Caution Warns Against Imitation Allcock’s Plasters
The warning notes imitations closely resemble Allcock's Praet ers in appearance to deceive buyers. It states the fakes lack the best elements of Allcock's and can be harmful, urging buyers to insist on the original Allcock's porous plasters as the only safe external remedy.
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Allenck
Allcock
Ailcock
Marquis del Grillo Chooses Quick-Witted Valets
An eccentric Italian marquis tested applicants by music and witty banter. A bold contestant mocked the tune with a bold line. The marquis approved, saying they would get on nicely and to speak to his maggiardomo about terms.
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Marquis del Grillo
Vistov
Otto
New York
Ulues
Hin
Coffee Woe Turns Health Around with Postum Change
A quoted Indiana reader explains coffee caused heart palpitations and fatigue. After quitting coffee two years ago and switching to Postum Mood Coffee, health improved dramatically: stronger heart action, steadier breathing, less rheumatism, better sleep, and digestion. No medicines needed. familiar brand from Battle Creek promotes reading The Road to Wellville.
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Kthyna Indy
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Phora
Wellville
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