Race Feeling Varies By Region Across The Nation
The piece notes strong anti Chinaman sentiment in California and Mississippi with minimal hostility to Negroes in Vermont, highlighting regional racial attitudes. It cites John Sharp Williams and references Carnegie Wanamaker Bishop Potter Roosevelt dining with African Americans to illustrate differing social norms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
John Sharp Williams
Vermont
Mississippi
Harvard College
Carnegie
Wanamaker
Bishop Potter
New York
Roosevelt
Making Catgut Strings From Sheep Intestines
A detailed account explains how raw sheep intestines are cleaned and processed into catgut strings. The process covers cleansing, splitting, twisting, drying, and polishing, noting differences between American and European violin strings and the use for surgical gut or machinery belting.
What London's Lord Mayor Costs
The article notes the London Lord Mayor’s duties cost the city about £18,000 annually. It cites £10,000 for the officeholder, with income tax paid for him, plus £100 for new furniture and £200 for robes. Mansion House outlays total over £3,000 for rates and taxes, £570 for lighting, £180 for water, £135 for insurance, and nearly £2,000 for repairs. It also mentions a recent £56 for a heavy redecoration of the Keyyption hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corporation of London
London
Lucky 13th Cure: Man Survives as Safe Rigs Slip
In September 1907 a West Philadelphia man narrowly escaped a falling safe on Walnut Street. A rope slip saved him as he jumped, landing in the mud with a $20 gold piece found in his hand. The incident ended his superstition about Friday the 13th.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Philadelphia
Walnut Street
Philadelphia
Ideal State Vision Calls for Mat Rimony Abundance
The statement asserts the ideal U. S. state centers on mat rimony and ample provision of it, outlining a cultural or political stance favoring widespread marital union and social cohesion as a guiding value.
Mystery of Sir Cloudesley Shovel and the Emerald Ring
A long account recounts legends and theories about the wreck of Sir Cloudesley Shovel's squadron near the Scilly Isles. It covers burial tales at Porth Hellick, the ring's fate, suspicions of murder, and later possession by the Berkeley family, with Lady Shovel and the Earl of Romney as linked figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cloudesley Shovel
Scilly Isles
Shovel
Porth Hellick Sands
Porth Hellick
London
Plymouth
Sir Cloudesley
Paxton
Arundel
St. Mary
Lord Berkeley
Earl of Romney
Berkeley
Lady Shovel
Association
Avenue of
May Place
Dartford
Kent
Shovels
Wedded Life Story Tied to Baum Anniversary Party
Chicago Inter Ocean reports Frank Baum and wife set to mark their twenty fifth wedding anniversary with a booklet invitation detailing their marriage life. The record lists residence moves from Syracuse and Aberdeen to Chicago, four sons, minor quarrels, and counts of swearing by the husband as a notary public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Frank Baum
Father Goose
Syracuse
N. Y
Aberdeen
S. Dak
Cat
Bonnet
Honor Among Thieves Fact or Fiction
A reflective essay argues honesty is relative and analyzes whether criminals act with honor. It contends that selfish motives drive theft and imply a basic lack of regard for others’ rights, while noting varying interpretations by place and person. The piece frames selfishness as a core trait in criminals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Success Magazine
Obituary of Isabel Ragan of the Ragan homestead
Isabel Ragan born May 2, 1843, seventh child of Reuben and Jane Matthews Ragan, lived near Fillmore. The Indiana pioneer family home established 1828 drew relatives and friends, and Isabel’s life reflected service, literature, charity, and quiet strength until her death after a long illness. Her faith in Christ gave comfort, and she left behind a husband, one son, a father, sisters, a brother, and many friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isabel Ragan
Reuben and
Jane Matthews Ragan
Fillmore
Indiana
Isabel
Linnie Forrest Pioneer of Faith Passes After Long Illness
Linnie Forrest born 1869 in November 1892 married Charles Bowman and had daughter Gladys. She suffered from consumption for months yet bore pain patiently and died January 15, 1909, with funeral at M B E Church led by Rev. Vaughn. Her husband and daughter survive, with hymn lines expressing farewell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Linnie Forrest
Henry
Elmira Perry
Charles Bowman
Gladys
M. BE
Thomas Vaughn
Birth and death notice for Estella McCammack
Estella May McCammack daughter of C P and Arminda Buis was born August 18 1885 died January 10 1909 aged 2 years 4 months and 22 days She was married to Earnest McCammack June 21 1901 and they had one son Dennis B now six years old The sickness was brief but she bore it with patience Friends and her husband did all that could be done but the end was inevitable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Estella McCammack
Estella May McCammack
C. P
Arminda Buis
Earnest MceCammack
Dennis B
Tragic 1909 Cloverdale Fire Claims Mrs Lewis
Mrs Blanch Danbury Lewis died after a February 5 1909 kitchen fire at the W S Burris farm near Cloverdale. Rescuers including Mrs Cora Whitaker Miss Hazel Barr and May Hood fought the blaze while Dr Prichard attended. Born July 19 1886 in Lena Indiana she was married April 9 1908 to John Lewis and survived by her husband parents and a sister.
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John Lewis
Cloverdale
W. S. Burris
Blanch Danbury Lewis
Cora Whitaker
Mrs. Whitaker
Miss Hazel Barr
May Hood
Dr. Prichard
Andy Whitaker
Lewis
Christian Church
Lena
Ind
Park County
Danbury
Susie Downing
Farewell Verses on the Dying and Death
The text laments loss and mourning for Rachel's children and speaks of celestial benedictions in darkness. It envisions a tranquil ascent as guardian angels guide the soul, suggesting a transition to heaven and a new calling beyond earthly temptations.
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Rachel
A Horrible Hold Up Prompts Cure Claim
A Washington North Carolina man describes his brother's near ruin by consumption and rapid recovery after using Dr King s New Discovery. The ad claims the remedy cures lung and bronchial diseases with a 60 cent to 1 00 price and a free trial bottle. Owl drug store and Red Cross drug store guarantee availability.
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W. R. Lipscomb
Washington, N. C
Dr. King
Owl Drug Store
Red Cross Drug Store
Glycerine in Dr. Pierce’s Medicines Praised for Coughs
The text extols glycerine as a superior agent to alcohol in Golden Medical Discovery. It highlights its demulcent, nutritive and antiseptic properties, boosting efficacy of native roots like Black Cherry bark and Golden Seal. It claims benefits for wasting flesh, poor appetite, and lingering coughs, with authority quotes and a call to send for a booklet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierce
Finley Ellingwood
Bennett Med. College
Chicago
RL V. Pierce
Buffalo
N. Y
Reverend Hobday Declares No Sons Suited for Ministry
In bidding farewell to his congregation the Rev. E. H. Hobday of Gray's Baptist chapel in London said some seek fault in ministers. He declared that if he had 50 sons he would not send any into the ministry, calling on God to witness his stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. H. Hobday
Gray's Baptist Chapel
London
Quick ankle sprain cure with Cham berlain's Liniment
A man may recover quicker from a sprained ankle using Chamberlain's Liniment. The elapse time to heal is reduced to less than a week, and in many cases three days, with use as directed. Sold by all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Vote Yes or No on Local Option Liquor Sale
A political plea urges readers to vote yes or no on prohibiting intoxicating liquor sales, stressing independence from party labels. It cites J C Bridges as president and G W Hanna as secretary in an advertisement urging voters to follow conscience on January 26.
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve touted as universal healer
Advert says Brave Fire Laddies use Bucklen’s Arnica Salve after fires to erase burns, scalds and wounds. It claims instant relief for skin eruptions, boils, ulcers and piles. Sold for 26 cents at Owl Drug Store and Red Cross Drug Store.
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Bucklen
Owl Drug Store
Red Cross Drug Store
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Southard Block
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Ricketts Jewelry
the Home Loan & Real Estate Co
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Hillis Coal Co
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Teen Uv
Atent
Neumon
Denver
Badger & Cook
Chinaman
Desy
Alsi
Oticer
Harry Collins
H. W. Gill
Greencastle Transfer Company
King’s
Discovery
Gerd Lucas
Bay Estate, Insurance and Coal
Indiana Street
Greene, Ind
Monon
Estern
Grouthers
J. A. Michael
Agt
U. S
Forrest’ Perry
Barnatto
Chicago Examiner
King OF Diamonds
Burlington
Iowa
King of
Jack of Diamonds
Norton
Hiltz
Barnatto Diamond CO
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Streer, P.O. Box
Putnam County
J. C. Bridges
G. W. Hanna
East Side Square
Badger & Onok
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