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Newspaper
Grand Rapids Tribune
Location
Grand Rapids, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1907
Page
2
The text presents a tangled OCR dump with numerous garbled lines, stray names, places, and numbers. Amid the fragments stand mentions of entities, locations, events, and dates, but the meaning is obscured by errors and incomplete sentences.
A damaged OCR passage outlines a broad prosecution preparation for an Interstate Commerce case. The text references a special attorney, the Carter family, and various legal actions, with scattered mentions of authorities, parties, and procedural steps. The fragmentary lines suggest an ongoing investigation or indictment process involving multiple entities.
A chaotic forecast recounts a deadly wreck near Santa Tehri with multiple victims and extensive damage across counties. Officials describe casualties including families, boarded schools, and emergency responders confronting wreckage and ongoing investigations amid weathered conditions.
Abe Ruef confesses to corrupt practices claiming the long trial would harm loved ones. After a private conference with associates, Ruef withdraws not guilty pleas and enters a plea of guilty. He asks the jury be dismissed and vows to cooperate with authorities, urging leniency to save his life. The courtroom erupted as the decision was announced and reporters noted the intense emotion on his face.
A testing accident destroyed the City of Cleveland passenger steamer under construction by Deprulk Shipyards for Cleveland Navigation. The vessel, intended for Wetvolt to Glenchute service, was valued around 709000 with a planned cost of 4250000 and had been launched January 5 at Wytridette, with completion due by June 30.
A telegram from Yorrenan reports a shaft accident at the Cornottias mine near Veluchean on Sunday morning. Ninety miners were killed, with 107 new workers in the shaft and only 17 saved. Thirty five bodies have been recovered and the community begins to mourn.
New York tenor Darien Caruso paid $16 last November and withdrew his appeal to the appellate division of the supreme court. He was arrested for disorderly conduct in Central Park with a complainant unable to be located. He had been convicted and fined $10. Medical Bill Signed in Albany creates a unified medical board replacing three boards under Regents control. Capper Company in Grand Encampment faces a $160,000 loss from a blaze in Wyoming. Homewood Golf Clubhouse in Chicago burned, built in 1900 with $45,000 value and $35,000 in furnishings.
Wheat futures surge as traders fear global bread shortages from poor crops in the United States and Canada. Foreign orders swell demand while New York prices push above a dollar amid volatile early trading. Traders note the ripe market while weather and export limits threaten future supplies.
Judge Powell fined several Kansas City firms for maintaining a trust to regulate production and price. People's Ice Storage and Fuel Company faced 15000 dollars. 800 Newarks Company 5000 dollars. Vandersliee Lynns Mureauntite Company also found guilty. charter forfeiture ordered for People's. Appeals planned. other firms had charges dismissed.
Baron Osawa, a representative of the emperor, stated Japan desires an alliance with the United States if feasible and said anti Japanese sentiment exists only in San Francisco. He also asserted Japan has no territorial ambitions left in the Pacific and claimed no evidence of broader anti Japanese feeling.
At the opening session of the unlabeled meeting in Columbus, prominent Philadelphia divine Dr. Landrith of Nashville urged unity. William H. of Pittsburgh was elected choir leader and Rev. Dr. Reverts was named clerk of the assembly for the year, praised as one of the church’s ash and trusted figures.
Madison Wisconsin The deadlock for Wisconsin senator was broken on the first ballot by Isaac Stephenson of Marietta after a clash among opponents. The result: Stephenson 54, Each 19, Hatter 18, and 8 scattering.
Police raided a local faro game near the Newport police headquarters arresting the proprietor and about 25 citizens including City Jailer Gen Ploeger. Ploeger was locked up in his own jail until bonds were posted, then others were released as quickly as possible.
Washington-James J Bradford and Willian Li Wright of Louisiana failed by their effort to secure review by the supreme court of findings against them on the charge of defrauding the United States in the entry of public lands in Louisiana. Bryce Will Deliver Address at University of Michigan commencement. James Bryce, British ambassador, has accepted invitation to speak Wednesday, June 12. Kansas Sheriff Destroys Liquor in Independence. $5,000 worth seized earlier from county saloons destroyed before a crowd.
Practical instructions discuss washing stockings by hand, noting delicate fabric, water usage, and drying. Guidance covers avoiding heat and wringing, using mild soap, handling stains, and line drying to prevent damage. Tips warn against rough rubbing, excessive agitation, and high temperatures that cause color loss or rust.
An assorted collection of household guidance detailing steak pan cooking timing, fruit canning methods, blan mange dessert prep, cheap yeast cake, ironing and folding woolen fabrics, and quick white blouse washing tips. Includes step by step proportions and timing hints aimed at home cooks and cleaners.
Housekeeping tip explains using two new wire dishcloths with handles as a thickening stirrer. Add whisked mixture and stir under heat, then hang to dry for easy washing.
Fragmented report from Mt Sterling mentioning kidney issues, patients, and physicians. The garbled text records names, treatments, and concerns about kidney health, with references to local figures and ongoing medical discussions.
A reader testimonial claims Grape-Nuts food cured years of indigestion after doctor advised daily use. The letter notes predigested quality, nourishing nervous system, and suitability for all ages, with family consumption rising to four packages weekly.
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