Appreciation Note From Paul Gilmore To Georgetown Daily Item
Paul Gilmore of the Mummy and the Humming Bird sends a grateful letter to the Daily Item praising its criticism of their play. He describes a delightful Southern tour, thanks local press for supportive words, and vows to return South next year with a new production. He expresses confidence in Georgetown readers and asks for continued understanding and approval of his dramatic work.
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Paul Gilmore
Georgetown
Gilmore
Daily Item
Freight Rates and River Navigation to be Discussed
A McP Hampy recently elected secretary of the Columbia Chamber of Commerce will study railroad freight rates and river water rates with help from retiring secretary C Wardlaw Morman. He aims to boost business on the boat line linking two Clyde line steamers at Georgetown, with figures prepared for Columbia businessmen and ongoing weekly updates.
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A. McP. Hampy
Columbia Chamber of Commerce
C. Wardlaw Moorman
Hamby
Georgetown
Clyde Line
Columbia
Columbia State
Murderer Hoffmann Kills Wife Then Ends His Life in Muskogee
In Muskogee Oklahoma June Y a hotel keeper J M Hoffman shot and killed Malcolm Hunter and lightly wounded his wife before turning the gun on himself dying almost instantly. Hoffman and his wife had separated recently and he had returned to the hotel. He entered his wife's room after hearing her scream, fired four bullets at Hunter, then shot Mrs Hoffman and killed himself.
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Muskogee
Oklahoma
Malcolm Hunter
J. M. Hoffman
Hoffman
Hunter
Aviation Dance Promoted by Dancing Professors
Chicago researchers on aviation dance explain a glide style that avoids floor contact and hopping. Lecturers say the aviation dance will surpass the waltz and two step for ease and comfort, promising a longer learning curve but greater pleasure on the floor.
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Chicago
Funeral car crushed by freight engine in New York tragedy
In Haverstraw on June 9 a funeral coach carrying mourners pastor Rev A Romath and driver was struck by a West Shore freight engine near Graveyard Hill. All occupants died or were fatally injured, including Mrs E V Seifred and Mrs Parry. Witnesses described the crossing gates possibly trapping the coach on the rails.
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Haverstraw
N. Y
West Shore
Weehawken
Kidney remedy warning from Rhode Island man
C J Budlong of Washington Rhode Island warns that hereditary kidney trouble affected his family and warns others not to neglect treatment. He states he took four bottles of Foley's Kidney Remedy and now feels thoroughly cured, urging others to act before it is too late. This comes from Iseman Drug Co and L C Croft Drug Co.
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C.J
Budlong
Washington
R. I
Foley
Iseman Drug Co
L. C. Croft Drag Co
Return Confederate Flag to Virginia Governors hands
Chicago man Adolph B. Babcock sends a Confederate Not taway troop banner to Governor W H Mann of Virginia. The flag, made for the Confederate cavalry unit, was among relics of Babcock’s father, who served in the Union Army, with no record of how the flag was obtained.
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Chicago
Virginia
Ill
Nottaway
Confederate Army
W. H. Mann
Adolph B. Babcock
Babcock
Why Corn Fires Follows Moisture Shortage And Fertilizer Load
Raleigh NC Progressive Farmer and Gazette explains how corn fires when moisture falls short after heavy stimulation from moisture and fertilizer. Overly thick planting and coarse manure increase water needs and loosening soil, accelerating plant stress and firing.
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Raleigh
N.C
Beware Mercury in Gatarrh Ointments and Ornaments
Mercury containing Gatarrh remedies warned against due to risk to senses and nervous system. Prescription only caution notes possible harm. Mentions Hall's Rh Cure by Edgh Be Me uaken and Ohio references. Includes testimonials and named products.
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Hall
Ohio
Tescimonta
Prosecution Seeks Patten Link in Bull Pool Case
In New York on June 9 special United States Attorney General McKercher stated before Judge Hand that the government aims to connect James A. Patten with the alleged bull pool cotton. A grand jury session revealed this intent as banker Charles A. Kittle faced oath objections, then complied to preserve rights.
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New York
Hand
United States Court
United States
McKercher
Jas. A. Patten
Federal Grand Jury
Judge Hand
Chas. A. Kittle
Banking and Brokage
S. H. P. Pell &Co
James A. Patten
Kittle
Grand Jury
Peary Faces $10,000 Suit Over Polar Loot Case
Robert E. Peary, served in an $10,000 suit by Randolph Francke, left for London after stating he placed litigation in American Ambassador Hill. Francke, allied with Dr. Frederick A. Cook, claims Peary found him ill in Utah and used his condition to recover furs teeth and walrus tusks. Peary disputes German jurisdiction, notes no domicile here, and expected box office receipts not attached. The case set for June 28. Peary to be represented by an attorney and sail to New York soon.
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Randolph Francke
London
Ambassador Hill
Franzke
Frederick A. Cook
Peary
Utah
Philharmonic Hall
England
New York
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CHAM
the Daily Item
the Georgian’s Weekly
Spare!Moments Magazine
the Great Family Story Magazine
Atehi
Patten
Big Bull
Berlin
Robert E. Peary
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