Interstate Commerce decision denies rail free transport to newspapers
The Interstate Commerce Commission denies petitions by New York dailies and others for free newspaper transport by rail. It holds that only statutorily named classes may be exempt and newspaper caretakers on special trains cannot be granted a passenger or commodity rate. The ruling bars passes for newspaper staff and notes rare cases like a girl stopping a train do not deserve passes.
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Ion
Interstate Commerce Commi
Petal
Toto
New York
New York, New Haven & Horton
Commission
Jawichr
Rcd
Inspect Your Chimney to Prevent Near Fatal Asphyxiation
A local warning cites multiple narrow escapes from gas buildup in chimneys across Elyria and statewide. It notes gas accelerates mortar deterioration, causing clinker cracks and soot clogging. Regular chimney checks and investigations are advised to prevent backflow into homes.
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Elyria
Life's Little Pleasantries and Mixed Bits
A humorous collage of jokes and wry exchanges on topics from idealists to animals. Short quips about mumps and kitchen woes mix with a lake accident punchline and a wandering tourist’s shaky river trip asides. An item from Lake Erie Lodge advertises a February dance in Lorain.
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Capa
Lake Erie
Lorain
Glen’s Beach
Anna Braxin
W. Erie, Ave
Weather, politics and culture notes tumble in quick takes
Snippets from the era mix frost fears and gas worries with names like Ellen Terry and Roosevelt. Paris reports fashion shifts as the plug hat fades. Foraker and Roosevelt clash in Washington while Osler’s tobacco remark sparks debate.
Midyear tragedy and failed pursuit in a Ford Maddox Hueffer note
The text recounts a midyear hunt tale ending in tragedy as a hunter is shot and falls by a brook. It references a lover’s betrayal and a hasty end before Candlemas, with Ford Maddox Hueffer and McClures noted in February.
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Ford Maddox Hueffer
Moral Revolution in a New Orleans Tale of Slavery and Redemption
In a New Orleans tale set after the French Revolution a nobleman’s daughter Denise falls to the schemes of the manipulative Duvell who gambles with her father’s honor and wealth. Denise intervenes, revealing the truth, and her suitor vows atonement revealing a moral pivot that leads to forgiveness.
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P Oliginas
New Orleans
France
Old Charlier
Charlier
America
Felix Dayell
Denise Charnier
Sbe
Duvvil
Ale
Od Charlier
Duvoll
Denise
Duvell
Denige
Duvall
Demae
Duvel
Detise
Tinveil
Davon
Theirl
Chather
M. Duvall
Mademoiselle
Ani
Monsieur
Donehon
Luvell
Paris
Rise
Thurber
Indian Corn Leaf and Pile Ointment Offered by Bond Supply
Bond Supply Co advertises Indian Corn Leaf to remove corns quickly with no pain and promises instant relief followed by complete corn removal. It cites nationwide testimonials and a booklet mailed for two stamps. Also promotes Indian Pile Ointment at 50 cents and invites agents to join. Address Bond Building Washington DC.
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United States
Bond Supply Co
Bond Building
Windsor Hotel Ad Promises Modern Rooms in Center City
The Windsor Hotel at 1217 1229 Filbert Street Philadelphia advertises up to date accommodations, American plan 2 to 3.50 dollars daily, European plan 1 to 2.50 dollars, located near rail stations in the shopping and theatre district with Mrs. Austins Pancakes for breakfast ready in a jiffy.
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Filbert St
Philadelphia
New Town Planned Near Youngstown by Up River Co
A new town is planned near Youngstown on 1500 acres in the valley west of the city. The Up River Manufacturers' Land Company, to be incorporated by Hamilton Realty and Cleveland parties, aims to attract plants, create a cafe, and provide rail-accessible water supply. The firm is negotiating with three large companies to locate facilities, expected to employ over 1500 people.
Cleans Floor with Oil and Gets Burned
Willam L. Matteson a barber was badly burned last night in his shop while oiling a linoleum floor covering. The flame from a gas stove set the room ablaze his hands and neck burned and his hair nearly burned off but doctors report he will recover. The report includes health claims and local advertisements for Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea.
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Ahron
Willam L. Matteson
Matteson
Indictments Challenged in Ohio Oil Case
Motions to quash indictments against Standard Oil of Ohio Ohio Oil Company Solar Refining Buckeye Pipe Line and John D Rockefeller were filed in Findlay common pleas court alleging indefiniteness duplicity and misjoinder. Hearing set before Judge Duncan on February 15. Also mentions Civil War officer Major Cushman and postwar activities in New Jersey.
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Duncan
First Commander Dies Sud denly in Boston
Boston on ladies night at the Masonic temple saw Major Anglin Cushman die from heart disease just before midnight. Cushman was organizer and first department commander of the Grand Army of the Republic and private secretary to Millard Fillmore, age 49.
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Boston
Mass
Masonic Temple
de Molay Commandery
Knights Templars
Anglin Cushman
Grand Army of the Republic
Millard Fillsine
United States
Cushman
Hollister Tea Ad Promotes Healthy 35 Cent Remedy
A vintage advertisement extols Hollister’s Rocky Mountain Tea as healthful. The copy touts 35 cent tea or tablets and credits A EL Frost as seller or distributor.
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Hollister
A. E. Frost
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Reeder
Scmbler
Weill
Jane
Shear Om
Colon Pepper
Massachusetts
Walt
McLush
Dachtler
Ellen Terry
Roosevelt
Cleve
Foraker
Washington
Forrker
Douglas Mesa
Eady
Foster-Fitgh
New Town
Youngstown
River Manufacturers’ Land Com
Lorain County
M. N. Ferry
Washington, D. C
Brown University
Elwell & Son
Broad St
Sutscorts
Fauver
Robson
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