Jury Frees Detsch in Philadelphia Murder Trial
Andrew Jackson Detsch, 25, acquitted after three days of testimony in the boarding house killing of Harry Ferree last November. Prosecutors argued Detsch killed Ferree over suspected marital misconduct. the defense claimed the shooting was a mistaken burglary attempt.
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Philadelphia
Andrew Jackson Detsch
Harry Ferree
Ferree
Detsch
Perree
Etsch
Deteen
Police clash with jobless army in Chicago loop
In Chicago a few hundred men clashed with about 200 police officers led by Chief Shippy as they dispersed an employed protest marching toward city hall. Dr. Ben L. Reitman was arrested for inciting riot after disorder drew crowds and several women were knocked down.
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Chicago
Loop
Shippy
Ben L. Reitman
Jeader
Plot in Portugal Foiled in Abortive Monarchy Overthrow
Lisbon reports a failed plan to dethrone the monarchy and declare a republic. A small lead group of republicans organized the plot with aims to assassinate Premier Trance and trigger street uprisings aided by secret groups and labor unions. Several leaders were arrested.
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Lisbon
Portugal
Trance
Firefighter Killed in Minnesota Engine Incident
Minneapolia Minnesota notes the death of Charles Brad Sey captain of Fire Engine Company Wo who was instantly killed Friday when struck beneath the wheels of his engine near the scene.
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Kewanee
Minnepoka, Minn
Charles Brad‘Sey
Advertising Trick Tricks Western Farmers Out of Land
A forged land sale scheme targets farmers in Brown County. An “agent” raises land offers to as much as sixty dollars an acre then claims advertising costs of fifty cents per acre will be paid only if the land sells. Farmers sign without a contract, receive a demand for payment, and some lose up to 320 dollars. Several vow to fight the charges in court.
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South Dakota
Acoad
Brown County
Long Oak Engine Whistle Echoes a Griefful Meeting
A commuter recalls a five cent cigar and the engine’s howl as the story reveals the site where the engineer first met his wife. George expresses sorrow and explains the haunting whistle at Long Oak marked a personal memory for the couple.
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Long Oak
George
Reward for Catarrh Cure Promoted by Cheney Co
A historical advertisement offers one hundred dollars for a catarrh cure that cannot be cured by Hali’s Catarrh Cure. It features endorsements from local merchants in Toledo and promotes Be-Tia Catarrh Cure for internal use and headaches. The text lists agents and prices, encouraging readers to buy the remedy from druggists.
Miranda's Loyalty in a Forbidden Match
The mistress hints Miranda should leave to marry, but Miranda insists Eve would not betray their arrangement. The passage prompts two conclusions about Miranda: loyalty to her employers and a possible other reading of her vow.
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Miranda
Mammy Liza’s remark on lazy livery stable hands
A domestic scene shows Mammy Liza venting in dialect after a long wait for a horse from a livery stable. She comments on the workers’ alleged slowness, warning of mischief caused by impatience within the household.
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Mammy
Liza
Little Circle
Cutting Very Ardent Lover Dialogue Sparks Mood Debate
A fragment shows a playful exchange where one speaker declares love and adoration while the other suggests such displays may be habitual in social settings. The dialogue hints at social expectations and personal feelings in a flirtatious street scene.
Grape-Nuts Said To Save Ailing Babies And Build Health
A mother credits Grape-Nuts with saving her baby after doctors advised condensed milk. She describes soaking a portion of Grape-Nuts, mixing with rich milk, salt and sugar, then feeding every two hours. She claims the method built the child into a strong, healthy toddler and praises the food for all ages.
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Baby
Worn Out Women and Everyday Remedies
Anoka Minnesota resident Mrs. W. L. Merritt credits Dean's Kidney Pills with relief from kidney pains and worn out feelings after a winter illness. The ad notes the product sold by dealers at 65 cents a box, from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY, and includes castoria safety notices and a dated style remark about bed making.
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W. L. Merritt
First Ave
Anoka
Minn
Dean
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
Salzer seeds and catalog offer for farm crops samples
An old notice advertises Moravian barley and various rare seeds from John A Salzer Co. at Ra Crosse Wisconsin. It touts Teosinte hay production and William Oat products, inviting readers to send 10 cents for a catalog and seed samples.
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Oak Mont
Ida
Salter
William Oat
John A. Salzer d Co
Ra Crosse
Wis
Fragmented Love Advice And Patent Remedies Satirized
An ornate cartoonish text mocks romance with lines about unique love and biblical pair Ananias and Sapphira. It product mentions Garfield Tea laxative Bromo Quin ine and Mrs Winslow teething syrup. The tone blends flirtation with advertisements and legal quips.
Commissioner Smith Reply to Moffett on Standard Oil Rate Case
The piece reviews Herbert Knox Smith’s response to President Moffett of Standard Oil Indiana. It argues Smith’s rebuttal is weak and reiterates that Standard Oil was fined for not verifying a six cent rate, while other shippers and similar rates show no discrimination. It criticizes officials and defends Moffett’s position, urging that Standard Oil remains unjustly charged.
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Herbert Knox Smith
Moffett
Standard Oil Company of
Indiana
Standard Oil Company
Whiting
East St. Louis
Interstate Commerce Commission
Chicago & Eastern Illinois
Smith
Dalton
Chicago
Chicago & Eastern Hiineis
Chicago & Eastern
Commissioner of Corporations
Chappell
Alton
Harvey
Illinois Central
Blue Island
Rock Island
Illinois
Chicago Territory
President Moffett
Grand Jury
Standard Oil
Landis
Landsky
Rice
Marietta
Henry Demarest Lloyd
Wea
Commonwealth
Tarbell
Standard
United States
Bar of Justice
Theodore Roosevelt
Kenesaw Landis
Fragments From a Frigid Tale in Houston Post
A garbled clipping references a Siberian resident and a bear encounter with a boastful line about heartiness. It also includes an old health ad claiming “PILES CURED IN 6 TO 14 DAYS” with a pale ointment and money-back guarantee.
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Siberia
Thugeed
Neria
Houston Post
Breedi
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New York
F. J. Cheney
Toledo
Kipsan & Manvin
Whelessie Druggiets
All Druggtate
Teke Hei'e Family Lille
Stipacion
Mrs. Merritt
Ananias
Sapphira
BE. W. Grove
Zac
ST Jacobs O
Pakce
Commissioner Smith
The
Standard Oil Go
Railway World
Salet
Pravutal Willamette River
Walnut End
Board of Trade
Salem
Virginia
Tus
Berheend
Moracreeee Thompson's Eye
ALN. K.—E
Baie
BORAX
Pacific Coast
Borna
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