Morgan Denies Personal Tax Liability in New York
J Pierpont Morgan declared he is not liable to personal taxes in New York yet offered to pay 400 000 as a voluntary contribution to city expenses after having his assessment cut from 600 000 to 400 900. He refused to swear to the statement and cited investments in rail stocks as his holdings. Also Kuhn Loebs Jacob Schiff offered 200 000 on a 300 000 assessment, George Vanderbilt reduced from 1 000 000 to 50 000, and John R Drexel swore Rhode Island residency erasing 100 000 of personal property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
J. Pierpont Morgan
Strasburger
Morgan
Mr. Morgan
Jacob H. Schiff
Kuhlin, Loeb & Co
George W. Vanderbilt
John R. Drexel
Rhode Island
Market Held Steady Amid Venezuelan Caution and Seasoned Banks
Henry Clews reports a dull market with improved money conditions and cautious optimism. He notes big investors abroad and at home supporting prices, a recent burst of call money by leading banks, and a generally sound financial outlook despite potential war scares and lingering profitability pressures across railroads and industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
South
Wall Street
Venezuela
France
Panama Canal
United States
One Minute Cough Cure Promises Quick Relief
One Minute Cough Cure claims to kill the microbe triggering cough, clear phlegm, reduce inflammation, and heal affected parts. It is said to strengthen lungs ward off pneumonia and provide a harmless cure for coughs colds and croup. Pleasant to take and suitable for all ages. Houseworth Bros.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary F. Sullivan
Grand Rapids, Mich
E. C. Dewitt & CO
Chicago
Houseworth Bros
Trains Consider Upgrading Chicago Cincinnati Route
The Cincinnati Hamilton and Dayton and the Monon weigh ordering two complete solid vestibule trains for the Chicago to Cincinnati run. The current trains have served fifteen years and were among the first full vestibule cars in the region. Purchases once called extravagant. era shows it was a wise move by these aggressive roads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Hamilton
Astrologer predicts 1903 global war and turmoil
Prof. H. H. Allen of Michigan warns of war between the United States and Germany in late 1903 or early 1904. He cites planetary rulership, earthquakes, storms, strikes, and political unrest as signs, with death threats to leaders and wide international danger. He urges caution for Roosevelt and German emperor William II.
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Prof. Allen
Michigan
United States
Germany
Earth
America
Europe
McKinley
Roosevelt
Mars
Spain
Australia
China
Herschel
Washington
Jupiter
William
H. H. Allen
Plainwell, Mich
Preventive Approach to Pneumonia by Chamberlain's Cough Remedy
The article promotes prevention over cure in medical science and claims Chamberlain's Cough Remedy stops colds from turning into pneumonia. It asserts the remedy has been proven in thousands of cases during widespread colds and flu and urges use at the first sign of a cold. Sold by Houseworth Bros.
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Chamberlain
Houseworth Bros
Eastern rail executives visit Indianapolis for freight traffic talk
M. T. Donovan freight traffic manager of the Boston & Maine and General Eastern Agent Dudley who controls the Hoosac Tunnel line were in Indianapolis yesterday on a trip visiting western lines. They then went to St. Louis. Donovan reported Indianapolis area traffic growing in importance and said eastern lines aim to secure their share.
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M. T. Donovan
Boston & Maine
General Eastern
Dudley
Hoosac Tunnel
Indianapolis
St. Louis
Mr. Donovan
Botanic Blood Balm Promises Cure for Rheumatism and Catarrh
Ad for Botanic Blood Balm claims to cure rheumatism and catarrh by purifying blood. It touts relief from aching joints, back pain, headaches, throat discharges, and decayed teeth. Publicity notes thirty years of testing, $1 per bottle, sample free by mail from Atlanta, Ga.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blood Balm Co
Atlanta
Pittsburg Ridge Officials Permit Wabash Franchise
City leaders approved the Wabash franchise after Pennsylvania consented to revised overhead track plans. Work will resume immediately on the elevated structure, resuming construction continuity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg Ridge
Pennsylvania
The Best Physic Once Tried and You Will Always
A cryptic, fragmented line notes a motto about physics and certainty, suggesting a memorable maxim or adage. The text hints at repeated attempts and enduring outcomes within a science context. No clear event, date, or identifiable entities are provided.
Growing Old Without Weakness Through Digestion Aid
An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery for aging adults to sustain digestion and nutrition. It cites a testimonial from Miss Carrie Banker praising improved kidney, bladder, and liver health in her 71 year old grandmother, Mrs. Caroline Hennen, after three bottles. The promo notes private correspondence and adds Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets for bowel regulation.
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Dr. Pierce
Carrie Banker
Perrysburg
Oho
Caroline Hennen
R. V. Pierce
Great Eastern Railroad Chairman Debunks American Locomotives
At a shareholders meeting in London Lord Hamilton said the Great Eastern Railroad found American management ideas partly worthy but overall unsuitable for England. An American locomotive trial lasted a year and a half and was deemed a complete failure.
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Great “Eastern Railroad
London
Lord Hamilton
The
Road
England
Great Eastern Railroad
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Endorsed by Tex Merchant
A prominent Christman Tex merchant, J. B. Taylor, credits Kodol Dyspepsia Cure with restoring his health after severe stomach weakness and weight loss. He reports initial improvement after one bottle and full recovery after four bottles. The ad promotes Kodol as strengthening the stomach and warding off disease.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Taylor
Chriestman
Tex
Houseworth Bros
Goulds to merge Wa bash lines into Pittsburg and Chicago system
Reports indicate the Wa bash holdings including Ann Arbor and Wheeling & Lake Erie, controlled by the Goulds, will be consolidated into a single Pittsburgh and Chicago railroad system. The proposed merger would create a 5127 mile network, described as one of the era’s largest deals.
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Wabash
Ann Arbor
Wheeling & Lake Erie
Goulds
Pittsburg & Chicago
Pennsylvania establishes employee saving fund west of Pittsburg
The article announces a new saving fund for all Pennsylvania and affiliated lines west of Pittsburg. Beginning February 1 employees may deposit with any company agent and the fund will begin to earn interest at 3 1/4 percent per year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Pittsburg
New Great South American Kidney Cure Relief Claim
A dramatic claim that relief from kidney and bladder distress occurs in six hours with the New Great South American Kidney Cure. It promises prompt relief for bladder and back pain in men and women, with almost immediate relief of urinary retention. Sold by C. H. Leonard, Druggist, Elkhart.
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C. H. Leonard
Elkhart
Embargo Lifts on Ore Traffic Promises Lumber Move
Evidence shows improving conditions on the Pennsylvania lines with ore embargo lifted yesterday. It is understood the lumber embargo will also be raised in a few days, easing the road’s heaviest traffic flows.
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Pennsylvania Lines
Rocky Mountain Tea Restores Complexion Claims
Houseworth Bros promote Rocky Mountain Tea as a quick cure for pimples faded complexion rough hands eczema and bad blood with bold health claims and a stated restoration effect.
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Houseworth Bros
Rail Lines Plan Bloomington Station At A 20000 Dollar Cost
The Big Four and the Lake Erie and Western will unite to build a new Bloomington Indiana station costing 20000 dollars. Additional sidetracks will be added to improve the terminal as the town develops into a growing business center.
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Big Four
Lake Erie & Western
Bloomington
A Mothe's Recommendation on Chamberlain's Cough Remedy
A brief note cites a mother's endorsement of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. The recommendation highlights relief and trust in the product for cough relief, reflecting household familiarity with the remedy in the period.
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M. D
Ffice
Main St
Prairie
Indiana
B. F. Kuhn, M. D
Sa-Main St
Second St
Hoppingerner
Marion St
Residensa
Bell
G.F. Washburne
Lexington Ave
J. L. Lockwood
D. Specialist
V¢ Ear
Cor. Main and Harrison
Ors. Baumgartner & Son
Baumgartner
A.J. Dasmgariac
John. W. Kistrer
S. Main St
Center Street
Edw. C. Crow, D. O. Elizbeth M. Crow, D. O
Grow & Grow, Osteopathic Physicians
Spahn Building
Ind
Dr. Spohn
J. E. Cor. Sesond
Franklin Bis
Puysiclia Ena
Vinse
Streckt
Reedess
Divinier St
Hannah Ophelia Stautft
Cor. S. Main and
Prairie Streets
Elkhart, Ind
J. W. Short
Omes
Franklin St
Phone
Goodrich, HM. B
Myag
Mies
Cornsr Frantiia
Toczond Bareass
J. ©. Werner
George W. Menges
South Main Street
S. B. Short
Dr. Haggerty
Wim. Gabel
Cor. Main and State Sts
Elihart, Indiana
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