Farmland man Shaw houses a vast private museum collection
Prof Batchelor notes Shaw in Farmland Indiana owns a remarkable private museum of Indian relics, fossils, and world curios. The collection, inherited from a relative who traveled across the U S during the gold rush, includes coral specimens, marine remains, fossil jaws, ancient maps, and 18th century manuscripts. It features 1500 pieces, many from mound builders and Pacific sources, plus a 1770s Massachusetts bible and a Panama isthmus relic.
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Ind
Shaw
Meuben O. Shaw
Fiat Nawional Bank
Parmilnd
Parmiland
Agw
Brent
Anny
Fler
J. C. Datchetor
Ph Smith
R. C. Shaw
Panama
Isthmus
Washington
Swill and Show Carnival Promises Profit at Fair
A fragmented notice notes a carnival event tied to Prass and Reed's Window Swill. Details are unreadable, but the item hints at a profit claim from the display or show. Local authorities or organizers are not named in the legible text.
Money to Loan at Low Interest
Kuhrne and Co offers money to loan at 6 1 2 percent interest. Located at 13 Court Street this ad promotes borrowing with simple terms and accessible rates for immediate needs.
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Kuhrne &Co
Court St
One Drop Makes Beer From Liquid Extract Discovery
A Rhinelander Wis chemist reports a liquid extract 14 000 times stronger than beer when one drop is added to water. The preparation contains alkaloids from hops and malt active principles much more potent than standard hops and malt. When mixed with water it ferments instantly to produce about 1 percent alcohol, enhancing beer strength. The extract could convert thirty cartons of beer with a single drop. Eclipse cigars are also promoted.
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Rhinelander
Wis
Private banks in revolt over new law testing constitutionality
Indianapolis reports private bankers plan to challenge the new act imposing double liability on private banks and a publicity requirement. Leaders like John R. Wilson and financier S. M. Richcreek back a suit to test constitutional equal protection under the law. If banks refuse to comply after July 1, prosecutors will pursue criminal proceedings, with fines up to 7090 dollars, upholding penalties for noncompliance across remaining banks and counties.
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Indianapolis
John R. Wilson
Mniil
Supreme Couri
Gssoms
Hanke
Enunts
June Compliance Expected for Private Iunks Under Law
The text notes that most private Iunks are expected to comply with the law in June. If laws are held against, the heavy penalties stated will not be paid.
Auberty's new store tempts with frappes and candy
A casual notice showcases A. C. Auberty's new shop offering Chocolate Maple and Coffee frappes plus Buffaloes and fountain drinks. It promises wide candy selection and items from Aurentz’s own manufacture for a broad range of tastes.
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A. C. Auberty
Tr. Aurentz
Lafayette route to Battle Ground trolley extension approved
The Fort Wayne and Wabash Valley trolley line will extend from Tecumseh Trail to Battle Ground via a northeasterly route. It will cross Burnett's Creek, run parallel to the Monon railroad into Battle Ground, pass the Tippecanoe belt and the camp, and require a bridge at Burnett's site. The company has funds to secure the right of way and begin grading next week pending fair weather, with cars expected to run to Battle Ground for the camp meeting starting July 27.
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Lafayette Journal
Fort “Wayne
Wabash Valley
Tydon
Tecisiseh Trail
Battle Ground
Burnett's Creek
Cooper, Mill
Bartle Grownd
Burnett's
Street Railway Company
Steel Rails for Fort Wayne and Springfield
The first carload of steel rails for the Fort Wayne and Springfield railway arrived from Pennsylvania on Wednesday and unloading has begun. Work on the powerhouse is progressing. the roof trusses are in place and finishing touches are underway. The west side will be iron clad to allow future additions as needed.
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Necalar Journal
Uly
Fort Wayne
Notable Authors to Attend Portland Exposition
Portland plans a Western Authors Week at the Lewis and Clark Exposition featuring Edwin Markham and Joaquin Miller. Markham, Oregon native, may appear with Millet’s The Man With the Hoe in the museum of art, while Miller’s day and poet events honor the western writer.
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Portland
With
Milet
Edwin Markham
Mm‘ Ihe
Oregon City
San Francisco
Markham
Frank Vincent DuMond
Mr. Crocker
Joaquin Miller
Department of Special Events
Miller
Ju Jg
Ake Cart
Juaqin Miller
Wester Writers On Ports
Indiana
Oregon
Oakland
Gal
Burope
America
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Pixley ® Company
Buster
Pivley & Company
NEW Law
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Fort Wayne & Wabash Valley
Lafayette
Springfield
Journal-Gazette
Sillur
Millet
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Buddy Tucker
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Columbia
Clinton Streets
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G. A. Hrydop
Cor. Frangis
Hayden Sts
the Home Supply Co. Coal and Wood
Hoagland Ave
Wabash R. R
Independent Coal Co
Oriietd
Moderwell Coal Co
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CL. Centlivre Brewing Co
Townsend
Hutchins Roller Swing
Osteopathy
W. H. Johnston
Osteopath
Firat Walindal Bank
Offce
Mary Whery
Madison St
DR. "Ranke
Fort Wayne, Mnd
la Block
Comer
Calhoun
Washington Sts
A. P. Buchman
West
DR. Lomas
Calhoun Street
Heinrith & Falling Drug Store
H. Havice
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Bank Elk
Foct Wayne
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