Move to give it the bounce teense Will Go into the Spring Elections
Judge Worthington orders eight Teoria school inspectors to appear March 12 and show cause why they should not be ousted for illegal election. The action challenges the bondsmen of the treasurer and the Peorth National Bank, jolting wealthy men who expected immunity from civil liability. Eight inspectors named: Batley Blye Triebel II Seiz Wolf Mellvaine Keene Menis. A petition for a writ of quo warranto was presented to oust the board, arguing improper April election versus chartered November voting.
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Peoria
Nicholas Worthington
N.C. Dougherty
Joliet
Teoria
Peorth National Bank
Q. J. Batley
Henry Blye
Henry Triebel II
M. Seiz
Joseph Wolf
T. M. Mellvaine
John Keene
Barnhard Menis
Masonic Temple
Worthington
Hh. A. Bailey
William Kellogg
W. T. Whiting
Robert Scholes
Dougherty
Desperadoes Take Revenge at Mount Carmel Station
J W Murphy and C W White shot in the waiting room of the Southern Railway station killing one man and fatally wounding another after a quarrel over a door. They fled to a lunch counter armed, returned and fired through a window. Two unsuspecting sleepers were killed. Murphy was later arrested. White escaped.
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Mount Carmel
J. W. Murphy
C. W. White
Southern Railway
Murphy
White
Phone Measure Goes into Effect in Illinois Towns
In Duquoin March 2, reports say the Duquoin to Anna and the Marion and Carbondale telephone companies have ceased to exist. Their properties franchises and business have been taken over by the Ohio and Mississippi Telephone Company of Carbondale. A new company formed to operate the former firms.
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Iiffect
Duquoin US
Duquoin
Anna
Marion
Carbondale
Ohio
Suspected Burglars Captured After Haystack Chase
Two men believed to be bank robbery suspects from a Kenney gang were found emerging from a hay stack two miles from Cisco. A chase by about thirty residents ended with their capture, then they were taken to Monticello and jailed. A sack in the haystack contained $180 in coins and the men carried $400.
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Springfield
Kenney
Cisco
Monticello
Nominations for Judges in Illinois Courts
Nominations announced for Illinois Supreme Court seats. Judge Charles W. Thomas of St. Clair County and Judge J. W. Wilkin of Danville were renominated by Republicans for the first and third judicial districts respectively.
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Cairo
Charles W. Thomas
St. Clair County
Supreme Court
Ilinois
Springfield
J. W. Wilkin
Danville
Supreme Court of Illinois
Harvey Drake Killed by Train near Family Site
Carmi Illinois March 2 a farmer Harvey Drake was killed at the same place his brother died two years ago run down by a Louisville and Nashville train. Springfield Illinois March 2 Governor Deneen orders a special Cook county election June 4 to succeed Judge Tuley deceased Elon Murrey Tuley.
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Carmi, OL
Harvey Drake
Louisville and
Tuley
Springfield
Ill
Deneen
Cook County
Elon
Murrey
Tueley
A Miracle of Nature Wapiti Antler Growth
A mid March note on wapiti antler growth describing how antlers shed after winter, leaving broad raw bases then thick pads of blood and velvet as they fall away, with antlers starting to regrow from the base.
Dr Pierce's Female Health Patent Remedy Ad
An advertisement extols a patent remedy for female weakness and prolapse. It claims to cure irregular periods and draining illnesses, promises frank, confidential medical guidance from Dr. R. V. Pierce of Buffalo, and offers a free consultation by letter. It promotes Dr. Pierce's Common Sense Medical Adviser and a bound copy via stamps.
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Maine
Trotte
Wiheinedy
Ohio
Der
John Riing
Innati
Battholow
Dr. Pierce
R.ierce
Buffato
The Growth of the Elk Antler Explained in Time
Ernest Thompson Seton in Scribner's describes a stag’s antler development from a bulbous bud to a full skull weapon. The process spans four months from spring growth to September hardening, with blood vessels and scaffolding forming the structure before final shedding of velvet.
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Ernest Thompson Seton
Scribner's
The Christmas rose flowers in winter in snow
Country Life in America notes that the Christmas rose blooms outdoors from late October to February. Its white blossoms about three inches wide appear even when snow covers the ground, though December and January tempt readers less to check under the snow for blooms. Early flowers are dazzling white, later gaining a pink tinge after about a week.
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America
Unprecedented Robins Darken California Skies
Millions of robins moved in south bound flight over Yuba Nevada and Placer counties California in successive great clouds. They roosted on trees shrubs and rocks by night then resumed flight by day. Never before seen in the state.
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Yuba
Nevada
Placer Counties
California
Riots Erupt After Quiet Day In Springheld City
Following a day of relative calm, unrest surged as roving crowds threatened violence against Black residents. Soldiers were dispatched to Section Street Corél Ammel to deter depredations. A House of Pearl How ard was set ablaze but lightly damaged. Davis victim Dean and Badd, accused shooters, were brought under military escort for testimony but Davis could not identify them.
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Mareh
Coroél
Ammel
Pearl Howard
Dean
Badd
Beatleman Davis
Davis
Coal situation is quiet in anthracite talks
A seven member sub committee of coal operators plans to meet miners’ representatives in New York early next week to discuss miner demands. Several miners’ committee members have left the city, signaling no immediate new developments. There is no confirmation that George F. Baer will testify in Washington. Indianapolis dispatch: W. Ty Wilson, United Mine Workers official, issued a call for a special national convention to convene in Hammond Hall on March 5.
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New York
George F. Baer
Washington
Indiannapolis
W. Ty. Wilson
The
United Mine Workers
Tas
Om. Inson Hall
Boxer Dies After a Bout in San Francisco
Harry Tenny died after a bout with Frankie Neil at Mechanics' Pavilion. An autopsy cited cerebral hemorrhage likely caused by a blow. Tenny, epileptic with two recent fits, had been arrested with others after the fight.
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San Francisco
Harry Tenny
Frankie Neil
Mechanics’ Pavilion
Tenny
Vennebaum
Harry
Railway Rate Bill Sure to Pass Soon
Washington reports the railroad rate bill will pass the Senate nearly as it left the House, indicating strong momentum and broad support for the measure. The move signals growing acceptance among opponents and allies alike as the legislation advances toward enactment.
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Washington
Senate
House
Convention of Student Volunteer Movement raises funds
Nashville March 2 The convention of the Student Volunteer Movement contributed 84000 dollars toward prosecution of the work during the next four years in a brief session held today in Nashville.
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Nashville
Blizzard from Wyoming Sweeps Across The Plains
A blizzard moving from Wyoming has spread south to the New Mexico line. Reports indicate the storm has advanced into the region, with heavy snowfall and strong winds affecting travel and visibility across several states. Local officials warned residents to stay indoors and monitor weather updates.
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Wyoming
Denver
New Mexico Line
Gas stove blast at Armour plant kills five in Philadelphia
An explosion at Armour & Co storage in Philadelphia wiped out $150000 in property. Other items include 1905 leather exports at $889466422, Ralph Earle Sampson reentering Naval Academy, NY nurses rallying over regulatory bill, American Peanut Plant fire, Baraboo theft after destruction, Thor wreck sinks thirty, Oxford furnace restart, firemen wage hikes, King Edward and William talk, Senate adjournment hints, French provinces see church disturbances.
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Armour & Co
Philadelphia
Ralph Earle Sampson
Admiral Sampson
Naval Academy
New York State
American Peanut Company
New York City
Baraboo
Wis
Burghare
Haugesund
Bergen
Norway
Thor
Oxford
N. J
Empire Iron and Steel Company
HilInels Central
Reuter
Edward
William
National Senate
Congress
Pax tine Toilet Antiseptic touted for female distress
An advertisement claims Pax tine Toilet Antiseptic relieves distress from catarrhal conditions due to feminine weakness. It promises trial with money back if not pleased and is endorsed by a Boston physician through pharmacist Jos Emmert of Freeport Illinois.
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Boston
Jos. Emmert
Freeport
Til
Mrs. Pinkham
Witful Wood Stock jurist tale from Plymouth recall
Fifty years ago in Wood Stock New Hampshire a man named Booise Boise reputed for wit served as a witness in a Plymouth court. After a lawyer’s rapid questions the judge pressed for the full truth and Booise affirmed with a playful reply that left a hint more to tell.
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Woodstock
N. H
f‘Vhouias Booise
Boise
Plymouth
N. OH
Booise
Relics of Sir Henry Irving bring high prices in London
The late Sir Henry Irving's relics fetch notable sums in London. A Swinburne manuscript sold for 1,000. Census data report 5,000,000 plus women in America's industrial work. Honduras capital houses all mahogany, cheaper than pine. Faulds, Kilmacnock weaver, is over ninety-nine after eighty years at the loom. Death valley bodies recur amid heat and thirst.
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Sir Henry Irving
London
Swinburne
Honduras
Mathew Faulds
Kilmarnock
Scotland
Germany
Seville
Death Valley
California
Doan's Kidney Pills Backed By Freeport Testimony
A Freeport reader lauds Doan's Kidney Pills for kidney and back issues, detailing relief after lengthy railroad strain. The testimonial cites Emmett's drug store and Foster Milburn Co. as U S sale agents, with the 50 cent price and the recall to remember the name Doan's.
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Dean
Freeport
W. O. Tenney
Chicago Street
Emmett
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Doan's
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