Tragedy Shocks Lebanon as Elsie Duckett Hangs Self
In College Hill cemetery the body of Elsie Duckett is found after a letter from suitor Coffey incited her father to intervene. The family, including brothers James and Almer, faced violent deaths in the fields prior to the incident.
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Elsie Duckett
College Hill
Mckendree “College
Lebanon
William Coffey
Bennett's Pit
Coffey
Jacob-Duckett Ileie
Jme
Jacob
Elsie
Coffley
Siren
Browns Rival Slew Husband Found in Sealed Box Car
The body of J C Palmer was found in a sealed box car near Raton New Mexico with three bullet holes and a robbed watch. Mrs Palmer claims he was threatened by a former suitor and alleges a man forced him to leave their home. Authorities weigh suspected homicide tied to marital discord and a recent motive.
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Allen Johnson
Belleville Society
Charles 4. Johnson
Louisville and Nashville Railroad
Chicago
Annetts Gaslor
Johnson
Della Walton
Aurora
Ernest Berry
Berry
Joliet
Burlington
Aurore
Omro
Wis
Hying
Sarah Robbins
J. C. Palmer
Raton
N. M
Jesee GQ
Dahmer
Tha Watch
Vanag
Leen Ug
Kiatats
Eakmer
Fort Madison
Iowa
Palmer
Fort Madstedden
TRY TO ASSASSINATE MAYOR IN TUNSIA ATTACK AT NIGHT
Two unidentified men assaulted Mayor Charles L. McXMMasteras of Tunsia as he entered his barn. A brick strike staggered him, and a second attacker followed from behind. The mayor defended himself and the assailants fled. No arrests yet. two women were taken into custody the previous day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tuscela
Charles L. McXmmasteras
Tunsia
Loth
Ter
Jack Friends
Stamps Thief Arrests In State Office Scandal
Governor's messenger George Young and two other Black men Walter Jenny and Frank Smith were arrested on postage stamp theft charges from the State. The scheme surfaced when Denny sold $5 worth of 2 cent stamps for 25 cents. Stamps were found in Young's restaurant envelope and on Denny. Young denied full explanation and faced larceny charges before release.
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George Young
Statehance
Springfield
Walter Jenny
Frank Smith
Col
Oglesby Young
Denny
Post Ofice
Laughlin
Young
Executive Department
Megeenger Young
Senator Palmer Residence Becomes Fraternal Society Office
The Supreme Court of Honor board receives deed to the former Palmer home in Springfield. The building will be remodeled to house the fraternity offices and its reconstruction starts soon. Once a landmark, the Lamb house hosted prominent figures and social events in early Illinois, including Senator Palmer during his campaign.
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Senator Palmer
Supreme Court of Honor
Fife
John M. Palmer
Palmer
Gen. Palmer
Tlinois
Springfield
James Lamb
Mr. Lamb
Mr Lamb
Lamb
Two suits end in tragedy as old settler dies
George Houser, 80, of Blandsville, vanished one evening and was found hanged in Felix Meyer's orchard. Previously sued for breach of promise by a Blandsville widow, the cases were settled or continued. Neighbors say ongoing troubles may have driven him to suicide.
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George Houser
Blandsasville
Felix Meyer
Meyer
Houser
Blandinsville
Hermit of Rome Missing After Half Century Lived Alone
Alexander Holton of Rome known as the hermit of Rome has disappeared from his hillside hut after forty years of seclusion. He raised goats and pigs, spoke to no one, and greeted others with grunts. Neighbors reported his absence when his stock showed neglect and forced entry revealed his empty dwelling. Local residents search for the missing recluse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alexander Holton
Rome
Holton
Militia and Police Clash Over Springfield Stabbing Charge
Soldiers and civilian officers clashed in Springfield when arrested sergeant Lford Boyd of Decatur Company H was surrounded by friends and then taken to guardhouse. A riot call brought more police and Boyd was later released by Col. Culver who believed him not guilty.
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Springfield
Lford Boyd
Decatur
John Walsh
Boyd
Col. Culver
Veterans Reunion Claims Two Casualties One Dies
The thirteenth triennial reunion of the Ninety second Illinois volunteers in Lens ends with two casualties. Comrade John Hoover of Mount Carroll suffers paralysis after speaking about a Key monument. Comrade A J Brimbie from Company B Ninety second Illinois mounted infantry, now in Michigan, dies of heart failure on the grounds.
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Ninety-second Regiment
Illinois Volunteers
Lens
John Hoover
Mount Carroll
Francis Scott Key
A. J.brimbiecom
Ninety-second Illinois Mounted Infantry
Michigan
Ram's Horn Blasts Warale Notice on Repentance and Humility
A garbled sermon fragment urges repentance and holiness. It critiques greed and indolence, extols humility, devotion, and Christ, while warning against arrogance and dangerous idols. It contrasts Protestantism with papal authority in a moral exhortation.
The Modern Girl and Her Purses Pawned For Cash
A magazine style column notes modern young women turn to pawn shops for quick cash. A penniless rider pawns grandmother’s ring over family pride while another loses a coat to a telegraph backfire, then buys it back for more. Also includes brief quips on revivalism and typhoid mortality patterns.
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Lucre
Glass ignition of safety matches sparks debate
A fragment discusses safety matches igniting on glass when rubbed. It notes most matches safe against friction on rough surfaces light with a quick glass rub, and suggests a man’s knowledge is useless without application.
Modern Farming Tips From the Barn to the Field
Practical guidance on water collection from barn roofs, loading stock into wagons, weed control with salt, and preserving water in barrels. It also covers raspberry and blackberry pruning, Germany’s small-farm system, and the rise of machinery in planting and sowing processes across modern farms.
Farm Notes On Hogs Crops Fertilizers And Wool
The article discusses pig feeding rotation in gardens and proper feed to avoid hog rush. It notes high fertilizer use in the United States with state inspections to prevent fraud. It explains wool quality starts at the shoulders and details the method of judging sheep. An Indiana farmer cites milking cows protected from flies increasing milk output and comfort.
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United States
Prairie States
Indiana
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Hamlin
Mattoon
New Orleans and
St. Louis
Hliary Central Railway
Craid's
Carbondale
Chicago and Alton
Greenview
Frank J. Upton
O M Keltner
J A. Montgomery
Roadhouse
Roanoke
Roseneck
Eureka
Rosenbeck
Waukegan
MATIX
George Laing
Evanston Aris
Justice van Deusen
Alexander Laing
Haghland Park
Laing
Prophetstown
Clinton
Price
Sthod Mowry
Aivek Sudem Sjamex
Madrideton Dry Tsersestr
Avomane Relief Corps
G . R. Hall
Jo Prank Richmond
J Frank Richmond
E. A Cummings
George H.ot
Frank Young
Yorkville
Osweto
Daniel James Metrowan
Colon
Motler
Nashville
Young Me Gowan
McGowan
Bays
Mayor
Yates
Capital Landmark
Jonn M. Palmer
Ram
Warale
Ming
Christ
Wwe
God
Devil
Grace
Breen
Lime and Plaster Club
Bonaparte
Napoleon
Cleveland Plain Denter
America
Washington
Boston
Philadelphia
Providence
Vermont
Tvator
Germany
Maine Experiment Station
Middle West
Pacific Coast
Tule Sands
California
Central West
W. B. Thornton
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