Direct Route for Pittsburg via Lake Shore and ERs
Erie and P and L ERs provide the quickest connection to Pittsburg via the Lake Shore line through Cleveland. General traffic manager and pass agents note the efficient routing under MMER oversight for east and west bound services.
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Lake Shore
Cleveland
Erie
Ers
Pittsburg
G. I
Mmer. Gen
Mgr
Ad. Les Gen
L. Gouwalt
Old Road
Tay
Grand Rapids‘ St
Vinol the renewed health tonic for weary women
A local drucist promotes Vinol a non patent medicine combining cod liver oil with organic iron and wine to aid debility bronchitis consumption and wastin diseases. It claims to purify and enrich blood improve appetite strengthen nerves and muscles and is offered with a money back guarantee.
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Charles Fl
Leonard Druccist
Hepburn Nicaraguan canal bill passes House by wide margin
The Hepburn Nicaraguan canal bill cleared the House by 308 to 2 with Fletcher of Minnesota and Lassiter of Virginia voting no. The measure authorizes the president to gain control of needed territory in Costa Rica and Nicaragua to build a canal and provides a $10 million initial appropriation toward an estimated $180 million project.
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Washington
House
Fletcher
Minnesota
Lassiter
Virginia
Cannon
Ilinois
Hepburn
Appropriations Committee
Panama Canal
Costa Rica
Nicaragua
United States
Treasury
Carnegie Foundation To Issue Five Percent Bonds
Washington January 10 Official announcement from the Carnegie Institution board states the ten million dollar gift will be transferred as five percent bonds for the institution’s aims. The list of trustees includes Grover Cleveland Abram Hewitt and John Hay among others. Carnegie seeks to found a Washington based institution to advance investigation research and discovery for mankind’s improvement through knowledge.
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Washington
Carnegie Institution
Andrew Carnegie
Carnegie
Board of Trustees
Charles D. Walcott
Abram 8. Hewitt
Daniel G. Gilman
Treasury secretary and postmaster general confirmed
The senate confirmed Leslie M. Shaw as secretary of the treasury and Henry Payne as postmaster general. Payne faced opposition over alleged ties to a mining firm seeking Western public lands. a letter denying involvement was read, settling the matter. Roosevelt hosts diplomatic corps dinner with 85 guests, the largest White House event to date. Civil Service Commission cites charges of politically motivated removals against Joseph Perrault, Idaho surveyor general.
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Washington
Senate
Leslie M. Shaw
the Treasury
Henry
Payne
Shaw
Spooner
Roosevelt
White House
Civil Service Commission
Secretary of the Interior
Joseph Perrault
Idaho
Senate Adjourns to Monday After Routine Session
Washington January 10 open senate session devoted to routine business. After an executive session the senate adjourned until Monday.
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Senate
Washington
Gad Smith Confirmed as Collector of Customs in Michigan
Washington January 19. The Senate confirmed Gad Smith for the post of collector of customs district of Superior Michigan. The action follows nominations earlier in the session and signals a key federal appointment for the region.
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Washington
Senate
Gad Smith
District of Superion
Michigan
Death of Col Messmore after wife’s death in Los Angeles
Colonel I E Messmore died in Los Angeles at 80 following his wife’s death last Monday. A Michigan native he helped organize the Thirty first Wisconsin infantry and led them in the Civil War. He later served as a New York internal revenue collector and held other trusted posts.
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Los Angeles
Cal
I. E. Messmore
Michigan
Thirty-first Wisconsin Infantry
New York
Dowager Empress Orders Decapitation of General Tung Fuh Siang
Peking January 10. The dowager empress signs an edict ordering the decapitation of General Tung Fuh Siang, a noted anti-foreigner. A Tartar general in Kan-Su province has been ordered to carry out the execution.
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Peking
Tung Fuh Siang
Kan-Su
War Office calls 9396 infantry volunteers for South Africa
The War Office issued a call for 9,396 infantry volunteers to replace troops now serving in South Africa. The appeal specifies gradual recruitment to fill ongoing deployments as the conflict continues.
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London
War Office
South Africa
Former South Carolina Governor Sentenced for Larceny
Franklin J. Moses once governor of South Carolina was sentenced in Boston to four months in jail for the theft of an overcoat. He admitted his face appeared in the rogues gallery and said he had spent years in New York opium joints while pleading for mercy from the count.
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Boston
Rogues
New York
Franklin
J. Moses
South Carolina
Maine to Keep McKinley Day
Maine Governor Frill issues address urging January 29 be observed as McKinley Day in schools and churches across the state.
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Maine
Augusta
Frill. Hag
Roosevelt and Bass Honored in New York
Fragmentary text mentions Roosevelt and Bass being honored in New York with some January event. The readable lines are incomplete and do not provide dates, a venue, or a clear organization, but label an honors context for the named individuals.
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Roosevelt
Bass
New York
the Union
Cornelius
Bliss
Shaw Accepts Washington Post as Treasury Secretary Declines
Governor Shaw recounts his unexpected move to become secretary of the treasury after a Iowa winter trip. He describes gratitude for Iowa support, the decision to decline, and notes the cabinet role involves limited direct policy work but many delegated duties.
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Washington
Iowa
Allison
Dubuque
Mrs. Shaw
Treasury Department
Secretary of the Treasury
Safety Pin In Her Throat Endangers Child
A Volga child contracted illness two months ago with persistent coughing and throat swelling. A severe coughing spell last Sunday revealed an open safety pin in the mouth, which was removed by the father. The pin caused the illness, and the child is now recovering.
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Huron
John Woodyard
Volga
Hughes Arrested in East St Louis Robbery Case
Isaac N. Hughes was arrested in East St Louis and moved to Belleville on charges of complicity in a cattle pens robbery. Reports say Philpot and Estep, bound and gagged by the robbers, identified him by voice after his capture.
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East St. Louis
Iils
Isaac N. Hughes
Belleville
Hughes
Philpot and Estep
Williams sues Dowie followers for 50000 dollars in alienation case
Benjamin F. Williams a former Mansfield Ohio teacher and Dowie follower filed suit in Cook County circuit court for 50000 dollars alleging conspiracy to alienate his wife's affections. He says his wife refuses to live with him over his refusal to pay tithes to Dowie's enterprises.
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Dowie
Chicago
Benjamin F. Williams
Mansfield
John Alexander Dowie
Circuit ‘Court of
Cook County
Willams
Explosive Mine Accident in Calumet Claims Man’s Life
An explosion at the Arcadian mine eight miles west of Calumet Mich injures two men Isaac Sarala dies and Andrew Sara is severely hurt. They were drilling when an unexploded dynamite charge detonated. Sarah leaves a wife and large family. Recovery of Larw is uncertain.
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Calumet, Mich
Isaac Sarala
Andrew Sara
Sarah
Larw
Attorney General to Review Schley Case for Legal Lapses
The Post reports the attorney general will study whether illegalities occurred in the court of inquiry into Rear Admiral Schley. He will not judge merits, only legal aspects. If no infractions are found, the president may proceed on the merits. if infractions are found, the verdict could be voided and Schley may appeal to the president.
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Washington
Post Today
Schley
Admiral Schley
Barbers Strike Leaves Students Idle at City College
In Omaha on January 10, twenty barber students walked out after paying $40 for a course, citing lack of lectures and the proprietor's frequent absence. The disruption left chairs unused as a leading student signaled the strike by spilling bay rum, and the group filed suit for $407 for breach of contract.
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Omaha
Neb
Labor Struggle Settled Over Shorter Garment Workday
A tentative settlement ends the long dispute between garment cutters and clothing manufacturers across multiple cities. The committee of thirty six, formed by the National Civic Federation, led to an agreement where eight and one half hours will be the compromise, with workers pursuing further efforts for eight hours but abandoning strike plans.
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New York
United States
Boston
Philadelphia
Chicago
St. Louuis
Cincinnati
Syracuse
Utica
Rochester
Baltimore
National Civic Federation
United Garment Workers
Marks
Manufacturers’ Association
White
Santa Claus in a Scrap Ends in Court
Ed Wood fined in Evansville city court for assault and battery after dragging a Santa disguise wearer, Mrs. Ida Georges, by the whiskers on Christmas Eve. The victim delayed filing, fearing publicity as the tale emerged in court.
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Evansville
Ind
Ed Wood
Ida Georges
Santa Claus
Wood
Bonds Looted From Boston Circulate Notice
Boston police report bonds valued at $15,000 stolen in Boston last Tuesday. The circular from Chief Inspector Watts asks to be notified if any of the securities appear for sale. Stolen items include ten $1,000 United States coupon 4s of 1925 and five Baltimore and Ohio Southwestern division 3% coupon bonds due July 1925.
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Boston
Mass
Watts
United States
Smallpox Case Prompt Quarantine in Oshkosh Arrival
John Thompson arrived from Rhinelander with smallpox and waited with two others in a large flat for Dr Stelle. Thompson was quarantined by consent at the home of William Giese, who had fallen ill a week earlier.
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Oshkosh
Wis
John Thompson
Rhinelander
Stelle
Thompson
William Giese
Funston Arrives in Frisco with Manila Troops
Gen Funston travels on the Warren arriving with Brigadier General on board. Kilpatrick and Warren brought roughly 700 term expired soldiers each from Manila within a short span yesterday afternoon. The scene marks a rapid transfer of forces to San Francisco.
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Funston
Frisco
San Francisco
Kilpatrick
Warren
Manila
Building Stats Show 1901 U.S. City Construction Totals
The Construction News lists 1901 figures for thirteen leading cities. It shows 45 725 new structures costing 241 379 764 dollars, up from 6 064 structures costing 138 885 820 dollars in 1900.
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Chicago
Construction News
United States
Passenger Agent Percy Charlton Dies After Surgery
Percy Charlton traveling passenger agent for the Missouri Kansas and Texas railway, based in Chicago, died here after an operation for appendicitis performed last Sunday.
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Chicago
Percy Charlton
Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railway
Nichols and son jailed on attempted murder charges
G Duff Nichols a justice of the peace editor and proprietor of several industries is jailed with his son in New Canaan Connecticut on charges of attempted murder.
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New Canaan
Conn
Rural delivery route changes announced in Millersburg
Millersburg Ohio January 10 rural delivery route number four from this place will start February 1. It will serve 400 households with mail delivery and 117 residents named Miller are on the route list.
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Smiths
Millersburg
Miller
Ambassador Choate to Return to London Next Wednesday
Ambassador Choate on leave of absence will return to his post in London next Wednesday. Admiral Penn and Mrs. Schley have left Washington for a short visit to Savannah. King Edward has entered horses for an upcoming spring handicap. The National Municipal League plans a meeting in Boston. Massachusetts will not officially recognize the birthday on January 29.
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Choate
London
Penn
Schley
Washington
Savannah
King Edward
National Municipal League
Beir
Boston
Massachusetts
Avp Fanteis
Bord
Two Men Held After Abduction of 18 Year Old in Indiana
Miss Rachel White, 18, accompanied by Harry Gossard, was abducted at night near Frankfort by James Higgins and John Stropp. The girl was kept in a deserted camp all night and found near death. Gossard and Stropp jailed. Higgins at large amid threats of lynching.
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Frankfort
Ind
Rachel White
Harry Gossard
James Higgins
John Stropp
Gossard
Stropp
Kempton
Higigas
Strepp
Wages Reduced Without Notice in Anderson Mills
In Anderson Indiana workers at the American Steel and Wire company received a posted notice announcing wage cuts for those earning 16 2 3 cents per hour starting January 1. The workday has been lengthened by a half hour and now totals ten and a half hours.
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Anderson, Ind
American Steel and Wire Company
Banquet Highlights Jackson Day in Lafayette
A Jackson day banquet was held at the Hotel Lahr in Lafayette Indiana with after dinner addresses by Mayor Rose of Milwaukee Frank Burke of Indianapolis and several local leaders. Notable Democrats from nearby counties attended the event.
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Lafayette
Ind
Jackson Club
Hotel Lahr
Mayor Rose
Milwaukee
Frank Burke
Indianapolis
Juanita Iron and Steel set to build tinplate plant in Greencastle
Anderson Indiana January 10 report says the Juanita Iron and Steel company has been organized as an independent entity of tinplate and will establish a plant at Greencastle with capital stock of 250000.
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Anderson, Ind
Gas Belt
The
Juanita Iron and Steel Company
Greencastle
Burglars Rob Postoffice of 1700 Dollars in Stamps
Greensburg Indiana police report a post office safe blown by nitroglycerin early yesterday. The thieves took 500 dollars in cash and 1200 dollars in stamps. A buggy and horse stolen from R P Hamilton led to Milroy as the culprits.
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Greensburg
Ind
Milroy
R. P. Hamilton
Horse bites thumb of Mrs. Starkey in Chesterfield
In Chesterfield Indiana on Tuesday Mrs Flora Starkey suffered severe injury when a horse bit and chewed her thumb while she fed the animal. She fainted and was found unconscious later.
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Chesterfield
Ind
Flora Starkey
Prohibitionists Name Date for County Convention
Prohibitionists, the first party to announce a county convention date, have set April 4 and will nominate a full ticket in Anderson Indiana.
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Anderson
Ind
Divorce Suit Alleges Cruelty Inboard Spanking Claim
Emma Tate of Anderson Indiana files for divorce charging cruel treatment by her husband including an incident where he spanked her with a nails embedded board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anderson, Ind
Emma Tate
Hoosier State Short-Cuts Republican Board Reconfirmed
Greensburg Decatur county again has a Republican board of commissioners. A Richmond report cites 176 measles cases in the city. Worthington records a fire at Jacob Heath's livery stable causing 2500 dollars in damage with 1000 dollars insured. Fort Wayne notes Tippecanoe club officers elected William C. Geake president Will A. Rundell secretary and Ik H Orr treasurer. Gem reports a brick school building burned near the place with contents including books and furniture. Windfall announces Wilbur H. Dean's official notification as postmaster here.
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Greensburg
Decatur County
Board of Commissioners
Richmond
Worthington
Jacob Heath
Fort Wayne
Tippecanoe Club
William C. Geake
Will A. Rundell
ik. H+ Orr
Gem
Wilbur H. Dean
Reading of a Vague Family Request
A fragmented note shows a request for consent from a father figure. The text appears as a diary-like plea with garbled punctuation and missing context. No clear event, names beyond George or Papa, or date is readable.
Insomnia Relief Cited by Nervous Man
A man with a nervous temperament credits Peptorene Health Tablet for solving insomnia tied to digestion and constipation. He reports rest and renewed energy after using the remedy, offered by Jeattle Creek Health Tablet Co. for 25 cents a box with a free trial.
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Beng
Loing
Jeattle Creek Health Tablet Co., Ltd
Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Sought After Indigestion Aid
Local ad requests return of a woman who left a donation party early due to indigestion. A plea at C. D. Rushton drugstore offers Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin in 50c and 1.00 bottles.
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Dr. Caldwell
For Rent Houses by J. W. Fieldhouse
Several good houses for rent listed by J. W. Fieldhouse located at 118 Lexington. Property offerings are advertised with rental availability and contact details implied.
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J. W. Fieldhouse
Lexington
Discovery promises longer life from new remedy
An editor from Chu Rabusco Indiana O H Rooney declares Dr Kings New Discovery for Consumption a infallible remedy for coughs colds and grip. The product is pitched as essential for weak lungs with immediate relief and protection against pneumonia or consumption. Thomas Drug Store and Houseworth Bros. offer guaranteed bottles and free trials.
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O. H. Rooney
Churabusco
Ind
Thomas Drug Store
Houseworth Bros
For Sale Fresh Grocery Stock in Growing City Area
For sale a clean stock of groceries and general merchandise located in a fast growing city area with good business and cash flow. Stock will invoice $8,000 and over but can be reduced to any amount. Seller has a good reason for selling. Inquire at Review office.
Kraus's Cold Cure Capsules Promote Quick Relief
Advertises Kraus's Cold Cure capsules as convenient relief for busy men, claiming cure in 24 hours. Promoted as safe to take during daily duties and priced at 25 cents. Sold by Houseworth Bros.
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Kraus
Houseworth Bros
Local Telegram Ad Promises Tar Syrup Refunds
A signed notice offers refunds on Greene’s Warranted Syrup of Tar if it fails to cure coughs or colds. It guarantees 50 cent bottles and a 25 cent trial bottle with money back if not satisfied, listing Weal 80 and several signatories including HousE Worth Bros and C A Ackers.
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Greene’s
Weal- 80
C. D. Rosuton
E. B. Few
Houseworth Bros
C. A. Ackers
D&Wém
False Alarm Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Endorsed by Patient
Geo. F. Bernard of Decatur Illinois praises Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin claiming it cured his four year illness misdiagnosed as Bright's Disease. He states food stayed down after one bottle and he has recommended it since. Sold by C. D. Rushton, druggist.
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Dr. Caldwell
Bright
Geo
F. Benrdist
West King St
Decatur, Ll
C. D. Rushton
Drnggiast
CO. D. Rushton
For Sales at Cost and Rentals on Jackson Street
Two new six and seven room houses on Jackson Street and Howland Ave are ready to occupy. Will sell on small monthly payments or take a cheap lot as first payment. J. C. Lang, Office, 202 South Main Street. Also a modern rental house with furnace and bath at 200 Bearda ley Ave. Dr. Benham has moved his office to 214 Jefferson Street between Second and Third Streets for nervous diseases and chronic conditions. A customer praised Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin for colds.
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Jackson Street
Howland Ave
J. C. Lang
Main St
Benham
Garfield Avenue
Jefferson Street
Second
Third
A Simple Cold Cure for Everyday Use
Xrause's Cold Cure comes in capsule form and is easy to take. It claims not to affect the head or hearing like quloine. Available today for 26 cents, sold by Houreworth Broe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Xrause
Houreworth Broe
Money to Loan On Approved Security
Livy Chamberlain offers a loan on approved security at 207 Main Street. Dr Caldwell is selling syrup Pepain to sweeten the breath, with CD Rushton handling the draught in Ohio.
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Livy Chamberlain
Main’ Street
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S. Main, St., Opp
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Lexington Ave
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Division Street
Spohn
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D.O
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Marion Street
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Order of Railroad Telegraphers
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Cedar Rapids
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Red Oak
Josh Billings
General Grant
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Knox
Civic Federation Committee of Thirty-Six
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Knocker
Hoosier State
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Beardaley Ave
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