Sullivan Convicted in Jury Bribery Case in Chicago
Alexander Sullivan found guilty of conspiracy to keep jury bribery defendant James J. Lynch away from Chicago. Jury fined him 2000 dollars with possible imprisonment up to five years. Sullivan’s pale reaction and court’s decision to release him on bond drew attention as disbarment actions loom. Maher and Murray awaiting trial.
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Chicago
Smith
Sullivan
Barnes
Illinois Supreme Court
The
Bar Association
Edward Maher
George P. Murray
Botanic Blood Balm Claims Cure for Eczema Itching
The ad vows B B B internal use kills blood humors causing eczema scabs ulcers boils and itching. It promises purified blood and healed sores with a health glow. Sold at drug stores for $1 with free trial by Blood Balm Co. Atlanta and medical advice on request.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Botanic
Blood Balm Co
Atlanta
C. D. Rushton
Freight Wreck Delays Traffic Near Garrison Montana
A freight wreck two miles west of Garrison on the Northern Pacific causes twenty cars of merchandise to lie submerged in the Missoula river and halts traffic, with three overland passenger trains held at Missoula, Montana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helena
Mont
Northern Pacific
Garrison
Missoula River
Missoula
Grain-O praised for health by LeRoy family
A testimonial from LeRoy New York endorses Grain-O as superior and solid grain for children and health. The letter from C C F Myers to Genesee Pure Food Co in Washington DC urges families to choose Grain-O over other beverages for welfare and health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Genesee Pure Food Co
LeRoy
N. Y
Cc. F, Myers
Stewart firm orders Newfoundland iron to rival American makers
Glasgow December 23. Messrs Stewart casting pipe makers have ordered 20 000 tons of Newfoundland iron from the Dominion Iron company at a price they believe will help them compete with American and German producers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Glasgow
Messrs. Stewart
Newfoundland
Dominion Iron Company
Lynch credit Foley’s Honey and Tar for child’s relief
A Lynch family letter from Winchester Indiana credits Foley’s Honey and Tar for easing a boy’s mem branous croup. The first dose brought relief and the writer expresses gratitude for the medicine’s help.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynch
Winchester
Ind
Foley
Tragic Rear-End Freight Crash Kills Two Green Bay Men
A rear-end collision of two northbound freight trains on the Northwestern at Little Suamico caused severe burns and vehicle destruction. Napoleon Delaria a baggageman and Louis Gilmette a 19 year old lived in Green Bay. Delaria leaves a widow and eight children. Conductor A J Burney of Escanaba and a brakeman were among the injured, reported as having uncertain prospects at the general hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northwestern Railroad
Little Suamico
Napoleon Delaria
Louis Gilmette
Green Bay
Delaria
Gilmette
A. J. Burney
Escanaba
General Hospital
Four Die in Farmhouse Fire Near Summerville
In Dubois Pennsylvania on December 23 a farmhouse owned by John Ashbaugh was destroyed by fire. Four family members died William 22 Maybel 12 Harry 10 and James 9. Injured include Herman 8 fatally Mrs Ashbaugh severely burned John Ashbaugh seriously burned and two young children also burned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dubois
John Ashbaugh
Summerville
William Ashbrough
Maybel Ashbraugh
Harry Ashbraugh
James Ashbraugh
Herman Ashbraugh
Dr Bull's Cough Syrup Promoted as Universal Remedy
A historical advertisement touts Dr Bull's Cough Syrup as the best cure for bronchial ailments urging immediate use to prevent lung complications. It warns against letting a cough or cold persist and promotes taking the syrup at once.
Robbers Hold Up Stage Between Laytonville and Willits
The south bound stage between Laytonville and Willits was robbed half a mile above Willits. A registered mail pouch and the express box were taken. A man named Evans has been arrested and is in jail at Willits.
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Ukiah
Cal
Laytonville
Willits
Evans
Irish Leader Urges Stay at Home Policy
London dispatch reports Patrick A. McHugh M P. telling a Sligo meeting that his U. S. tour taught him the Irish should remain at home. He urged national self help and caution in political actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Patrick A. McHugh, M. P
Sligo
United States
Mrs Dewey Confined by Severe Bronchitis
Mrs Dewey remains in her room with a severe bronchitis attack. When able to travel the Admiral will accompany her to Palm Beach Florida to stay until spring.
Petroleum Found After Two Years Near Suez
Operators employed by the petroleum syndicate report finding oil near Gebel Geit at a depth of 2,118 feet after two years of drilling. The site is near Suez in Egypt.
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Egypt
Cairo
Petroleum Syndicate
Gebel Geit
Suez
United States Indian Agent Orders Claims Vacated
Guthrie Oklahoma December 23 United States Indian Agent Randlett of the Kiowa and Comanche tribes notifies all persons who have staked mining claims on Indian lands to vacate immediately or be ejected by soldiers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guthrie
O. T
United States Indian
Randlett
Marconi Fiancee Joins Him in New York Marriage Plans
Miss Josephine Holman, fiancée of Guglielmo Marconi, left Indianapolis for New York to join him. The couple reportedly plans a New York wedding within a few weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marconi
Indianapolis
Ind
Josephine Holman
New York
Death of John J. Valentine in Oakland
John J. Valentine president of Wells Fargo Express died at 1 30 oclock Saturday after long illness. His death had been expected for several days in Oakland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John J. Valentine
Oakland
Wells-Fargo Express Company
Be Careful as Winter Air Brings Colds
It is easy to say be careful yet we move from heated homes to cold air and start coughing and wheezing. Avoiding winter colds is difficult. curing them is not hard with Allen's Lung Balsam. Begin early before the cold settles in the lungs for quicker relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Nansen Wins Chicago Suit In Probate Court
Judge Cutting dismissed Mrs. Martha C. Cunningham's petition to be administrator of the estate of Mathias Blessing. The ruling awards Prof. Fridtjof Nansen a fourth interest in Blessing's roughly 50 000 estate. Cunningham, of Chattanooga Tennessee, claimed Blessing secured the estate illegally for her.
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Nansen
Chicago
Cutting
Fridtjof Nansen
Mathias Blessing
North Side
Martha C. Cunningham
Chattanooga
Tenn
Blessing
The Best Plaster for Aches and Pain Balm Advice
A dampened flannel with Chamberlain's Pain Balm bound to the affected parts is described as superior to any plaster for lame backs and pains in the side or chest. The ad urges giving it a trial for soothing relief.
Doan's Kidney Pills Backed by Local Gardener Testimonial
Mr P F McQuaid of 208 Kinzie Street, a landscape gardener, reports severe backache and lumbago for two years. He tried plasters without relief, then used Doan's Kidney Pills after reading about them locally. Within a box his back improved and the plaster was removed. Sold by all dealers 50 cents per box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole agents. Remember the name Doan's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. F. McQuaid
Kinzie Street
Dean
Houseworth Bros
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
United States
Doan
Rumor of a Hundred Million Dollar Express Combine
In New York on December 23 rumors spread of a plan to form a hundred million dollar express company to absorb all national express business. The four large express firms have reportedly cooperated for an extended period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. S. Johnson
Express Combine
New York
Express Company
Wall Street
Grateful Women Praise Rocky Mountain Tea Blessings
Expressions of gratitude from women who claim blessings after using Rocky Mountain Tea are shared as a testimonial to the product. The note invites readers to ask their druggist for the remedy priced at 35 cents.
Woman Dies From Fright Caused by Drunken Boarders
Bedford reports Mrs. Sarah Reedy aged, living with her daughter in a local boarding house, died after being frightened by a row among drunken boarders. Police investigate the disturbance and cause of death.
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Bedford
Sarah Reedy
How to Cure Croup Says Mr R Gray Amenia NY
A Duchess county resident endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as the best medicine for croup and a reliable preventive when begun at first signs of hoarseness or a croupy cough. The text notes it should be kept at hand and is sold at Houseworth Bros. drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart
Concord Township
Elkhart County
Indiana
George J. Cuppy
Board of Commissioners
Goshen
Babcock
Lot
Traiert Mines
R. Gray
Amenia
Duchess County
N. Y
Chamberlain
Houseworth Bros
La Porte Jacob Beery Missing After Barn Drive
La Porte Jacob Beery, a sewing machine agent, drove into his barn on Monday and disappeared leaving his horse and buggy behind. His wife and parents fear foul play but offer no reasons. Police efforts to locate him have failed.
Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Pleasant Laxative Sold
Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin is described as a pleasant laxative. It is marketed as a palatable remedy and is sold by Thomas' and Rushton's.
Crude Oil Price Drop Stirs Local Concern
Portland sees a six cent drop per barrel in crude petroleum prices causing consternation. Local producers had expected rising costs and a stronger market, preparing for a busy season ahead.
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Portland
Quails Die From Cold as Birds Seek Food at Kitchen Doors
Washington hunters report hundreds of quails killed by a deep cold wave reaching 9 below zero. Farmers say quail flocks approach home kitchens for food and protection, becoming unusually tame during the freeze.
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Washington
Keep Your Bowels Regular with Stomach and Liver Tablets
No one can reasonably hope for good health unless his bowels move daily. When not attended to disorders of the stomach arise biliousness headache dyspepsia and piles soon follow. To avoid these keep bowels regular by taking Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets. They are easy to take and mild in effect. For sale at Houseworth Bros. drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Houseworth Bros
Rensselaer plans modern opera house to mark Judge Thompson retirement
Rensselaer will build a modern opera house to signalize Judge 8. P. Thompson’s retirement from active life. The city boasts a finer court house than any Indiana town of 10 000 population and the new structure promises to be well equipped.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rensselaer
Indiana
8. P. Thompson
Stop a Cold With Foley's Honey and Tar Dose
After exposure or when symptoms begin, take Foley's Honey and Tar to stop a cold if taken in time. Rushton's drug store offers this remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Rushton’s
Doctor James I Garkell sentenced to hang in Texas murder case
Butler Missouri December 23 Dr James I Garkell 70 a former Texas legislator from Abilene was sentenced to be hanged on February 13 for the murder of miner D B Donegan from Ripple Creek.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butler
James I. Garkell
Texas
Abilene
D. B. ‘Donegan
Ripple Creek
Roosevelt rebukes Miles over Schley verdict stance
Secretary Root sent a formal letter censuring Lieutenant General Nelson Miles for publicly endorsing Admiral Dewey’s Schley verdict. Roosevelt criticized Miles after his White House visit. Secretary Long supported the court’s majority against Schley and ordered Maclay to resign. Governor Crane’s treasury portfolio decision due today.
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Miles
Admiral Dewey
Schley
Ramsay
Benham
Crane
Treasury
Long
Railroads Eye Seeding Western Ranges Across Six States
Railroads based in Omana Nebraska plan reseeding western ranges with experimental grass seeds. The project covers Utah Nebraska Wyoming Montana Nevada and Idaho with expected government and state funding assistance. R C Judson Industrial Agent of the Oregon Railroad and Navigation Company leads initial trials at the Walla Walla Washington farm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omana
Neb
Utah
Nebraska
Wyoming
Montana
Nevada
Idaho
R. C. Judson
Oregon Railway and Navigation .Company
Walla Walla, Wash
Dean's Ointment Cure Claims Lasting Relief
A testimonial from C Cornwall of Valley Street Saugerties New York says itching hemorrhoids plagued them until Dean's Ointment provided quick and permanent relief after doctors failed.
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Dean
Ticket Forgers Target Railroad Passages In Kansas City
Kansas City reports a gang forging railroad tickets over several weeks. H C Townsend of Missouri Pacific says western railroads face thousands of dollars in losses as dozens of forged tickets have been detected. Townsend has asked C C McLeod of Chicago to travel to assist in locating and prosecuting the forgers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
H. C. Townsend
St. Louis
Missouri Pacific
Western Railroads
Townsend
C. C. McLeod
Chicago
Western Passenger Association
Death Keeps Up Deadlock in Carnegie Library Fight
Rockford Illinois December 23 a library site deadlock nears resolution when Robert C Coyner a library board member from the east side collapses and dies his vote once counted to break the tie over locating the building. The council had opposed funding a site and urged the board to accept a west side free site donated by citizens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockford
Long Carnmegie
Robert C. Coyner
Library Board
Coyner
West Side
Cittizens
It follows the flag Manila and soldiers seek Rocky Mountain Tea
The Manila segment notes soldiers arriving and urgingrop the Rocky Mountain Tea remedy. The Mizellaux Co. advertises by steamer ten gross and asks readers to ask their druggist for this product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manila
P. L
Mizellaux Co
Pet Pony Kicks Girl to Death in Ohio Farmyard
Miss Bessie Campbell of Springfield died at home near Plattsburg after a pony kicked her while she fed the pet in the barn. Found unconscious and rushed inside, she died before midnight. Coroner J M Bennett said no marks were found and the death was very peculiar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Ohio
Bessie Campbell
Plattsburg
J. M. Bennett
Paper plant fire devastates Cham pion Coated Paper plant
The Cham pion Coated Paper company's plant, the largest in America, burned to the ground at midnight. The city fire department fought the flames to protect the main building, valued near 1 million dollars. Loss estimated at 1 million with about 500000 insurance. About 500 employees will lose their jobs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Paper
Hamilton
Champion Coated Paper Company
America
Oil Relieves Pain Instantly Says Doctor
Fragmentary note claims Dr. Thomas endorses an electric oil that relieves cuts bruises stings and sprains instantly with safety cautions implied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas
Forcing Up Price of Coal
Chicago dealers say coal prices surged in the last week unlike any previous era. They argue the jump is driven not only by cold weather but also by mine operators and railroads aiming to push fuel costs toward a prohibitive level.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
What Shall We Have for Dessert
A family question prompts trying Jell-O as a quick two minute dessert. No baking needed just add hot water and let it cool. Flavors include lemon orange raspberry and strawberry. Available at grocers.
Tragedy in Cleveland as Son Kills Mother in Nightmare
Henry C. Krause of 50 Rogers Street strangled his aged mother during a horrific nightmare in Cleveland. Awake after the act he prayed through the night, then sought his pastor Rev. J. H. Wefel and confessed at the central police station. Krause roams his cell in raving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Henry C. Krause
Rogers Street
Central Police Station
Krause
J. H. Wefel
Poice
Bailey's Laxative Tablets Ad From Lakeside Medicine Co
Are you constipated or feeling bilious and tired. Bailey's Laxative Tablets claim to cure constipation and improve complexion and energy. 10c for 20 tablets, 25c for 60, chocolate coated. Postpaid. Sample free. Made by Lakeside Medicine Co Chicago. Sold by Chas D Rushton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bailey
W. J. Bailey
Lakeside Medicine Co
Chicago
Chas, D. Rushton
Aged Soldier Kills Son-in-Law in Bellevue
Pittsburg December 23 An elderly veteran John W Moore shot and killed his son in law Thomas Mawhinney at Mawhinneys home in Bellevue. Moore surrendered claiming Mawhinney had driven his first wife to suicide though he could not repeat the act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
John W. Moore
Thomas Mawhinney
Bellevue
Cascarets Candy Cathartic Ad with C Tail Logo
An old advertisement highlights Cascarets Candy Cathartic trademark a C with a tail on a light blue enameled metal box. Each tablet is stamped c C C and it is advertised as not sold in bulk by druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cascarets Candy Cathartic
C.c.c
Sheep guides in blizzard on Douglas county ranch
John W Springer president of the National Livestock association keeps a pet sheep on his Douglas county ranch. The animal acts as a guide during blizzards helping men cattle and even dogs survive when lost in snow and storms across the ranges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Col
John W. Springer
National Livestock Association
Douglas County
Foley's Honey and Tar Praised by Daily Post Editor
Editor Lynch of the Daily Post in Phil lipsburg New Jersey tests Foley's Honey and Tar and declares it the best patent remedy for coughs and colds his family has used. Rushton's drug store is noted as the supplier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lynch
Daily Post
Phillipsburg
N. J
Foley
Rushton
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Croupoline Co
Goshen, Ind
J. W. Cole & Co
Black River Falls
Wis
Lake Forest University
Lake Michigan
Lois Durand
Richard D. Harlan
Justice Harlan
U. S. Supreme Court
Lake Forest
Ill
Lance Shore & Michican Southern
Elkhort
Vis Old Road
Lesvee
Vis Air Line
Pacific Express
Vast Mal, Limited
Schene Osa. m
Elk
Ohi
Boston
Lake Shore
Western Express
Erie
G. J. Grammer
Mgr
A. J. Smith
Passanger Agt
Gotwatt
State of Indiana
Elkhart Circuit Court
Benjamin F. Stephens
Herrick E. Stephens
Perry L. Turner
Eleonora Dunbar
Wallace Palmer
Perry L. Turcer
State of
John Moore
Elixhart County
Walter S. Hazelton
Gsey
Easil
Annek
Great
Alonzo O. Bliss CO
Washington, D.C
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