Farm House Murder in Pembroke NH Shocks Town
F W Hughes reports a Pembroke New Hampshire tragedy where Charles I Ayer killed his wife five children and mother in law Mrs Clara Lakeman before setting their home ablaze and then shot himself. Neighbors discovered the burning house two hours later and found the victims in the cellar and sleeping room. Evidence suggests the mother in law was killed before the fire. Ayer had argued over the estate of his wife’s father Isaac Lakeman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clara Makeman
Charles I. Ayer
Pembroke
N. Th
Chichester
Ted
Ayer
Twelve Passengers Drown on Four-Masted Schooner Voyage
Kart Burner the sole survivor of thirteen aboard the four masted schooner Robert T H Stevenson was found adrift after fifty six hours without food or water. He was picked up by the German steamer Europa en route from Philadelphia to Savannah and brought to Savannah. The voyage carried four crew members two women the captain's wife and a colored servant bound for Tavann on a pleasure trip.
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Kart Burner
Robert TH. Stevenson
Europa
Philadelphia
Savannah
Tavann
State Recovers Money From Allegheny Failure
State Treasurer Mathues of Pennsylvania reports a 425,000 check deposited with a Pittsburg trust company by the personal bondsmen of the defunct Enterprise National Bank of Allegheny. This brings total state recoveries to 801,755.87 of 1,020,000 in state lands on deposit at the time of the bank's failure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allegheny
Pennsylvania
Mathues
Pittsburg Trust Company
Enterprise National Bank of Allegheny
Poison plot ties ex governor and family to crime
Georg Wilf, former State Treasurer, and Justus Lobb were sentenced by U S Judge Bohon to two years each for mail fraud. Ex Gov James H W Peabody of Colorado, his wife and daughter Cora were poisoned at breakfast with the daughter in dangerous condition, prompting belief an assassination attempt was involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georg Wilf
Minols
United States
Bo¢hon
Cook County
Justus Lobb
James HW. Peabody
Colorado
Cora Peabody
Globe
Normal School
Albany
Simon Geiger
Fred Anderson
Brindtsville
Robert Adams
Cove
Huntingdon
Cora Cutvhall
San Franklin
Sierra Leon
Africa
San Tranelsco
Pananm Canal
Leonard B. Imboden
James A. Hii
Denver Savings Bank of
Denver
Theodore Roosevelt, Jr
Harvard
Tragedy in Wisconsin and New Jersey Shock Families
Willam Hamaker near Sheboygan killed his wife with a wooden tool as children begged mercy. he was arrested. In Mintville New Jersey, Mrs Hattie Clay Decker from a wealthy family was shot dead by Samuel Monage, who then wounded himself. cause remains unknown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willam Bamaker
Sheboygan, Wis
Hamaker
Self
Hattie Clay Decker
Mintville
N. J
Samuel Monage
Heroes in America Met With Cold Reception
A Carnegin hero commission dismisses all local heroes as deserving of medals. Chicago officials approve May or Dunoe's ordinance under the Mueller law, while lenders of the gray wolf element back the Mayor. The proposition heads to the chatlot for public consideration next April amid charges involving Bad Masth and anti Dunn.
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America
United States
Chicago
Dunoe
Bad Masth
War Fears Rise Over Morocco Crisis Threatening France Germany
Dispatches suggest Europe tilts toward a possible war as France resists German interference in Morocco and mobilizes troops. Kaiser's New Year’s stance contrasts with von Buelow’s ominous hints as Germany builds navy and railcars for rapid troop movement. diplomats debate mediation versus force.
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Vwablitueton
Geninny
Morocco
Nvma
Germany
France
Republic
Prince von Buelow
Alls
Thea von. Moltke
Hig Navy
Bogs Land
Railroads Test Gasoline Cars and Report on Rebates
The Chicago and Alton railroad tested gasoline cars to rival trolleys between Chicago and St Louis. Western railroads formed an alliance to report illegal acts to the Interstate Commerce Commission. Receivers of the Wisconsin Central companies were discharged. Santa Fe agents face disruption from 2000 tramp camps between Deming and Albuquerque. Southern Pacific reports higher revenue while continuing dividends to common stock. California, Nevada and Oregon routes authorized to protect and develop western territory. Grand jury indicts Chicago Burlington and Quincy executives for rebates to United States Steel Products. Eastern railroads dispute mileage book deposits and refunds totaling millions in patron funds.
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Chicago and Alton Railroad
Chicago
St. Louis
A. H. Nearson
Illinois Central
Western Passenger Association
Sr. Wustis
Burlington
Santa Fe
Deming
Albuquerque
N. M
Southern Pacific Company
Union Pacific
California
Nevada
Oregon
Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad
Daving Miller
Claude ©. Bursham
United States Steel Products Export Company of
New York
Steel Trust
Vancouver
B. C
Murders Across Chicago Stir City To Action
Chicago faces a citywide demand for stronger protection after the brutal murder of Mrs. Franklin C. Hollister. Citizens and ministers call for more police, with a mass meeting and resolutions urging justice and safety for women amid a string of similarly grisly killings.
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Chicago
B.C. Wollister
Brankiin
F. Mize
Eighth Street
Washington Avenue
Maude Reese
Evanston Avenue
Carl Q. Almberg
J. 8. Moeller
Clark Street
Buckingham Place
A. W. Gentry
la Salle Avenue
TF. J. Constantine
Franklin C. Hollister
Belden Avenue
Richard Ivens
Berehurch
The
Daily News
Russian Admiral’s Claim Sparks Public Skepticism
A St. Petersburg correspondent notes Admiral Rozhestvensky published a minister approved claim that a British fleet would have annihilated the Prussian fleet at Wei-Hai-Wei to justify his actions. Critics say the assertion harms Russia’s naval reputation and contradicts Togo’s victory, with even peers doubting the British involvement.
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Rojestvensky
Maring
Wei-Hai- Wei
A. St. Petersburg
Rosestvensky
Togo
He Witley
Russia
Nejostyevsky
Intrine
Chicago Chronicle
Appplaud Trust Foe In New York Oil Inquiry Scene
Missouri attorney Hadley faced applause as he arraigned Henry Rogers in the New York Supreme Court during the Missouri case against Standard Oil and others. Justice Gilder ordered order to restore decorum after Rogers complained the inquiry was sensational and aimed at adverting the attorney general.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iadley
Missouri
New York
Herbert
Hadley
Ganpera
Henry HH. Rogers
Missouri anti trust hearing targets alleged independent firms
Proceedings argue that certain independent companies act as parts of a trust to curb competition and restrain trade. Judge cites Rogers as inflaming public prejudice while urging witnesses to answer questions. Missouri emphasizes enforcing state anti trust laws against the corporate trust network.
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Rogers
Missouri
Henry H. Rogers
Old Time Shoestring Lace From Leather to Light
A City Journal description recalls an old craft for making shoe strings from elk skin. The method uses a sharpened knife to pierce a board and draw a string through, then relaying the square string under the shoe sole to round it. It is greased with tallow to endure months before wear.
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Farniey
Gu Exbert
Icannas City Journal
Dean's Kidney Pills Claim Escape From Diabetes Toll
Henry Soule of Hammondport Maine recounts twenty years of kidney trouble, gravel, and severe urinary disorders before using Dean's Kidney Pills. He credits the tonic with curing him eight years ago, allowing a return to health and a long life. Sold by Foster Milburn Buffalo 80 cents a box. Also advertisement for grass hay and fodder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Soule
Hammondsport
Dean
Doctora
Foster-Milburn,Co
Buffalo
Balzer Seed Co Offers Bargain Seed Book and Free Seed
The notice advertises bargain seeds from Balzer Seed Co of La Crosse Wisconsin. It promises free seed enough to grow 5 tons of grass on a farm and includes a special seed book with bargains and a Cosmo flower package.
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Sabloue ‘Calle Salzen
Ohn A. Balzer Seed Co
Lock Drawer U
la Crosse
Wis
Naval officers’ mortality remarked in Spanish American War
The Old Codger quips in the Louis Volle column of the Courier Journal that mortality among naval officers in the Spanish American War was remarkably low. He jokes that surviving the Naval Academy shields one from much harm later in life.
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Cunxe
Louis- Volle Courier-Journal
Error on Stage Recalls Early Nervous Debut by Mrs Gilbert
The veteran actress Mrs Gilbert recalled a Chicago reception anecdote from her early days. She said her nervousness led to a line mishap during a dying king scene with a band, where she cried Stop the music stating the king is dead, nearly ruining the performance.
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New York Tribune
A Mighty Good Sort of Neighbor to Have
A San Bernardino widow credits Grape-Nuts with restoring strength after severe illness post childbirth. She reports weight gain from 95 to 113 pounds, steadier nerves, and improved well being. Her 4 year old’s eczema cleared after starting Grape-Nuts. The ad invites inquiries and cites Postum Co. as the maker.
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San Bernardino Co
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
Okga
Congress debates tariff and Philippine policy in tight sessions
Descriptions of House and Senate actions on the Philippine tariff bills, merchant marine law, and independence debates. Amendments by Gallinger and Dolliver. passage of a $500,000 memorial bridge appropriation. moves on statehood attitudes, foreign relations, and railway rate questions. Also notes on investigations, White House events, and Indian Territory affairs.
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Bacon
Senate
United States
Baton
Committee On Foreign Relations
al Gallinger
House
Babenck
Wis
Walton
Dolliver
Courts of Justice
Interstate Commierce Commission
Potomac River
Washington
Ways and Means Committee
Secretary of
Austria-Hungary
Maarens Brau
Tilman
Minor Morris
White House
McCumber
Mallory
Howse
Indian Territory
Littauer
National Capital Notes Collide Over Tariff And Civic Honors
Congress struggles with Philippine tariff bill amid Democratic aid gaps while Heayburn mocks Wall Street as a gambling elite. Cannon and Babcock clash over tariff fate. Captain Church receives bravery medal from Spanish American War. Hamilton statehood bid for Arizona and New Mexico appears doomed. Roosevelt named honorary member of the Improved Order of Bedwear at the White House. Hermann to face DC court for Oregon land fraud. Hyde Benson and others slated to follow in March. Bonaparte’s reprisal letter to Young appears mild after Bennington explosion court ruling.
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National Capital
Babcock
Heayburn
Wall Street
Hudson
Cannon
Church
Army
Arizona
New Mexico
House
Roosevelt
White House
Binger Hermann
Oregon
District of Columbia
BP. A. Hyde
John A. Benson
J. He Sthwallee
H. P. Diamond
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Elgin Echo
F. W. Hughes
North
Pembroke, N. H
Charter
Annapolis
Midshimnen Pettersen
Barto
Mezzoni
W. W. Poster
Orst
Trenmare Coffin, Jr
Unita States Navy
Herbert D. Ashdowne
Clothing House
Troy
N. T
Jennie Purkett
Ashdowne
Wisconsin
Eneme
Anilroads
Wisconsin Central Company
Wisconsin Central Railway Company
W. H H. Seaman
Eastern Railroad
Hanly
Panama
Chiccago Record-Herald
Henry H, Rooens
Resse Congress
Phippine
Negaitin
Tillman
Messrs
Hale
Hupkins
Daniel
Secretary of War
Philippine Commission
Navy
Ana
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