Negro Slayer Sees Last Day on Earth Before Hang
Fort Madison Iowa July 28 Before the expiration of the day Jean Junkin the negro murderer of Miss Clara Rosen in Ottumwa February 5 1905 will be executed on the gallows at the Fort Madison penitentiary Sheriff John G Clark and other officials have kept the doomed man under guard Junkin has shown fear and bravado but never remorse The gruesome crime and the planned lynching attempt sparked broad public outcry Witnesses to the hanging include the victim’s father and brothers the condemned man’s mother jurors guards and county prosecutors. After execution Junkin’s brain and organs will be examined by criminologist H J Hoeve who bought the corpse for 50 dollars to aid the study for his mother’s benefit
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Fort Madison
Jean Jonkin
Clara Rosen
Ottumwa
John G. Clark
Appen- Gere
Watt
Scvneels
Junkin
Aliss Clara Rosen
Legro
Joe Smith
Smith
Clark
Aeria
Wapello
Appanoose
H. J. Hoeve
Hoeve
Christiana Lake Tavern Opens July 30 In Michigan
A new and handsome Christiana Lake Tavern will open July 30 at Christiana Tavern Andrewsburg Mich RR 1. It is an ideal resort for family fishing and automobile parties and is described as one of the finest equipped in the region. Rates are stated as reasonable and an illustrated circular is available upon request.
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Christiana Lake
Christiana Tavern
Andwardsburg
Mich
R. R
Doan's Regulate Bilious Attacks Ad
An old advertisement offers Doan's Regu lats to cure bilious attacks after heavy meals. It claims relief for heaviness tongue coating bitter taste and sallow complexion and notes price five cents at any drug store.
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Doan
Furnace and Chimney Cleaning Service Ad
John Ort offers furnace and chimney cleaning at reasonable prices with first class work. Located at 110 North Third St.
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John Ort
North Third St
Local Option Dominates Minnesota Democratic Convention
Minneapolis July 28 The state Democratic convention prioritizes county option liquor as the main issue for the November ticket. John Lind is aligned with a county option platform, while W S Hammond shows little interest in the nomination. If Lind forces fail, contenders include Judge C W Stanton Duluth or John Jenswold Bemidji.
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Minneapolis
Minn
John Lind
Lind
C. W. Stanton
Bemidji
John Jenswold
Duluth
Good Roads Leaders Convene at Niagara
Niagara Falls N Y July 28 a record breaking attendance marked the opening of the third annual congress of the National Good Roads association. The gathering will continue in session three days and will be addressed by many men foremost in the movement to promote good roads nationwide.
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Niagara Falls
N. Y
National Good Roads Association
Never Had a Sick Day Says Informed Claim
An advertisement claims daily health through perfect digestion and elimination. It promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a universal cure for stomach, liver, and bowel troubles for all ages. A free sample is offered by the Pepsin Syrup Co. at 119 Caldwell Building, Monticello, IL.
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Dr. Caldwell
Pepsin
Pepsin Syrup Co
Caldwell Bldg
Monticello, Tl
Gas Fuel Propels Time and Cost Efficient Results
The notice touts gas fuel as a faster and cheaper option delivering better outcomes. It emphasizes reduced time and lower costs while claiming improved performance.
City in brief notes proximity of local figures and events
H W Ball of this city was a close friend of attorney O P Widaman, former W as man, who was shot and killed yesterday at Artesia California. Attorney E A Skinner, Dr Menges and Will Dalton report a successful fishing trip near St Helens Michigan. A postal card shows a giant muskie just pulled from the water. Justice of the peace Jacob Oberholtzer has returned to his Monger building offices after a brief illness.
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H. W. Ball
O. P. Widaman
Warsaw
Artesia
Cal
Ball
Los Angeles
Widaman
E. A. Skinner
Dr. Menges
Will Dalton
St .Helen’s, Mich
Skinner
Justice of the Peace
Jacob Oberholtzer
Monger
New Fire Scare At Oliver Plow Works
A transformer at Oliver Plow works in South Bend Indiana burned producing dense smoke and a scare of a major blaze. No damage was reported.
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Oliver Plow Works
South Bend
Ind
Life Worth Saving: Mrs Mollie McRaney Endorses Foley's Kidney Remedy
Mrs Mollie McRaney of Prentiss Mississippi writes of a fever and kidney and bladder trouble. She says four bottles of Foley's Kidney Remedy cured her and saved her life and urges others with kidney disease to try it. Sold by all druggists.
Foley's Honey and Tar Remedies Hay Fever Suffering
Advertises Foley's Honey and Tar in the yellow package as relief for hay fever and asthma symptoms. Claims to clear congestion and soothe throat and head, sold by all druggists.
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Foley
Must Be Above Suspicion Kidney Pills Promote Safety
An advertisement claims Woley Kidney Pills offer a safe remedy for kidney and bladder ailments, asserting no harmful drugs and successful testing. Sold by all druggists.
Gas Fuel Themes Spark Wide Discussion
A broad range of topics on gas fuel sparked audience interest as participants explored economic, environmental, and policy implications. Stakeholders from industry, government, and academia weighed future energy options and potential impacts on prices and infrastructure.
Veteran Pilot Gets Promotion to Day Job on Horn Pony
Engineer John H. Wentworth, long served on the night day run, will start the day shift on the horn pony 4391 tomorrow morning. The Detroit veteran has been with the lake shore for thirty nine years and recently took a vacation since the Elk's convention.
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John H. Wentworth
Ben
Detroit
i¢Mr
Wentworth
Engineer visits become habit in local power area
Local officials show indifference to the intentions of engineers from the Indiana and Michigan Electric Co. who run lines near the St. Joseph river above Northeast Highart. Superintendent Ohmer says engineer visits have been frequent, but they may or may not signal further development of the power field under the capital behind the company.
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Indiana and Michigan Electric’ Co
St. Joseph River
Hikhart
Ohmer
Non Support Grounds for Divorce Suit Filed
Mrs. Emma Simeral through attorney Edward Zigler filed for divorce from John S. Simeral in superior court this afternoon alleging non support over five years. They were married June 25 1906 and separated June 9 1916. She seeks restoration of maiden name Emma Rice.
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Emma Simeral
Edward WL. Zigler
John S. Simeral
Mma Rice
Rankin Credits Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin for Upset Stomachs
Washington official G C Rankin, formerly of Monmouth University, attributes his nervous tension and indigestion to his duties and credits Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin for relief. He recommends it to others with similar ailments and offers a free sample by mail. Bottles sold locally at firms in the area.
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Ton. G
Rankin
Washington, D. C
Wvfon
George CC. Rankin
Monmouth
Washington
Beame
Pro- In Syrup Co
Caldwells Bldg
Monticello
Ptouseyworth Bros
Wisconsin Seeks Settlers For Mild Winters Land Sale
Wisconsin climate touted to entice homeseekers as 150000 acres in Sawyer county go to settlement through the American Immigration Co. at Chippewa Falls. Sparks of migration promise a land rush with $6.50 to $20 per acre and instalment payments from crops.
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Round Lake Country
Wisconsin
Sawyer County
Bugaboo
St. Paul
Leavenworth
Kan
United States
Kans
St. Louis
Indianapolis
Des Moines
Austin
Texas
American Immigration Co
Chippewa Malls
Wis
Fort Shoyaks
Chippewa Falls
B. F. Stultz & Son
Monger Bldg
Elkhart
Ind
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John Jonkin
Minnesota
Democrats
Good Roads
Niagara
King of All Cleansers
Elkhart, Indiana
Rogers
J. P. Davies CO
Dayton
Ohio
Indiana
J. P. Davies
Dayton, Ohio
Truth Deliverea
Turnock& Sons
Elks Temple
Tory
Margaret Fuller
Main
William .Currier
Hicke
Helen Punches
S. Main
Blanche Bubeck
Marion
Anna. Davis
Bucklen
Zoa Rowe
Middlebury Stréat
Ina. Myers
F. R
Eva Nenu
Iris
Keely
S. Maine
Hickory
Francis Bird
Johnson Street
Buela Smetzer
Bristol
Maude Shasberger
RR No
Felkhart
Pearl M. Landis
Nappanee
Lucile Henderson
Vandalia
Nelhie Denike
Union
Barbara
Wellner
Middlebury Street
Jedith Menges
Merle Mann
Monroe Street
Daily Truth
Capital Prize
Black Crow
The
Crow Motor Car Co
Ziesel Bros
Jesse French
C. Walley and Son
J. H. Neds and Son
H. B. Sykes and Co
FIETH
W. F. Stanton Co
J. H. Neds & Son
A. Little
Bend Loan Co
Marion Sts
Trust Co
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