Copenhagen verdict brands Cook an impostor over pole claim
A Danish university committee verdict declares Frederick A. Cook of Brooklyn failed to prove his Arctic pole observation. The report, endorsed by the university, brands Cook a swindler in a public verdict that shocks Danish scientific prestige. Knud Rasmussen among supporters helped shape the report. Commodore Holm notes Cook was a poor observer whose papers convict him of swindling.
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Copenhagen
Frederick A. Cook
Brooklyn
North Pole
University of
Cook
Knud Rasmussen
Solomonsen
Dr. Cook
Gustav Holm
Traction Office Robbed at Adams Store
The I. I. Traction office in A. F. Hier's general store at Adams was robbed Monday night. A cash drawer with about ten dollars and various goods were taken. Entry was via a transom over the back door. Sheriff Patterson and Detective Denny with two bloodhounds traced the trail to Jesse Fuller, who allegedly wore boots matching the prints at the scene.
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A. F. Hier
Adams
I. & C. Traction Office
Patterson
E. R. Denny
Jesse Fuller
Fuller
Mio
Aged Stranger Found Near Death in Owensboro
Frank J. Johnson of Owensboro Kentucky was found in the Sheen building hallway on West Main Street Tuesday night nearly frozen. Sheriff Patterson sent him to the jail for the night and provided shoes and funds for travel to Cincinnati after he said he had walked from Illinois through Indiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank J. Johnson
Owensboro
Kentucky
Sheen Building
West Main Street
Stores Crowded As Merchants Rally In Cold Week
Merchants reported brisk business this week despite extreme cold. Farmers arrived early and by noon many filled the city with stores bustling. Extra clerks staffed shops and officials expected a busy day with many stores closing at noon Saturday.
Foley’s Kidney Remedy Urges Prompt Use for Urinary Health
The advertisement promotes Foley's Kidney Remedy with Hexamethylenetetramine as a uric acid solvent and antiseptic. It urges taking the product at first signs of irregularities to avoid complications, attributed to J. H. Batterton.
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J. H. Batterton
Felt Lined Shoes and Slippers by Standard Shoe Co
Felt lined shoes and slippers crafted by Standard Shoe Company described as warm and comfortable. The ad highlights the brand and availability of indoor footwear suitable for home use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Standard Shoe Co
Prohibition Unwise Now Advocated by Indiana Star
The Star commends Rev. Mr. Barney of the Anti Saloon League for his past work and retirement. It argues against further prohibition attempts, endorsing the local option law as effective and urging no repeal or constitutional amendment for prohibition. It cites Taft on tax legality and favors careful evaluation of laws before more changes. Indianapolis Star.
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the Star
Barney
Anti Saloon League
Temperance People of
Indiana
Shumaker
Anti-Saloon League
Supreme Court
Taft
Star
Indianapolis Star
Death of William O Foley prominent Greensburg banker
William O Foley aged sixty died suddenly at his home in Point Marion Pa after years of delicate health. He was son of Gen James B Foley and Mary Hackleman Foley, born near Greensburg in November 1849. A Bethlehem College graduate, he served as deputy state treasurer and bank examiner, later moved to Jennellsville and then Point Marion. Survived by wife Newcomer two sisters two half sisters and a half brother. Funeral at 2 pm today conducted by Rev W G Johnston after arrival of remains at East Main street home.
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Louis Zoller
William O. Foley
Point Marion
Old Decatur County Seminary
South Franklin Street
Bethany College
West Virginia
Col
B. C. Shaw
Greensburg
Jennellsville
Mary Zoller
Lizzie Payne
Franklin
Josephine Mansfield
Martha Summers
Stanberry
Alex A. Foley
Cincinnati
Louis Zoe
East Main Street
W. G. Johnston
Pocket knife sale in all styles at Batterton's
Many boys and men seek new pocket knives and Batterton's offers them at all prices and styles. The shop emphasizes reliability and invites customers to view the selection.
Surprise Nuptial in Greensburg Ends in Chicago Departure
A surprise 4:30 PM wedding at Mrs. Lyde Montgomery’s North Broadway home tied Miss Mae and Mr. Carlos F. Harrison. Rev. W G Johnston performed. guests were limited to immediate families. After a brief bridal trip, they will reside on North East street.
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Lyde Montgomery
North Broadway
Mae
Carlos F. Harrison
W. G. Johnston
Chicago
Greensburg
Harrison
North East Street
Standard
Legion of
Woman's Club Hosts Notable Meeting and Art Program
The Woman's Club held a Tuesday afternoon meeting with Mrs. Bracken featuring a vivid art program. Works included Titian Assumption of the Virgin, Correggio Holy Night, Raphael Sistine Madonna, Transfiguration, and others. Mrs White was absent. Mrs Jethro Meek filled in. A luncheon followed the program.
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Mrs. White
Ruben
Miss McLaughlin
Rembrandt
Night Watch
Mrs. Davidson
Murillo
Mrs. Montgomery
Michael Angelo
Mrs. Ewing
Guido Reni
Aurora
Mrs Minear
Beatrice
Will Probated for Hartsville: Smith Estate and Codicil
The late William Smith of Hartsville had his 1885 will filed for probate in circuit court. James Graham filed the will. George W. Cooper is deceased. A codicil witnessed by Wilson S. Swengel and C B Cooper revokes Bequests to Martha and Finley Smith and redirects to the deceased adoptee Sarah Jane Green, now dead with her share passing to her two children in Hartsville. The estate, chiefly land near the county line and the Hartsville homestead, largely goes to the widow.
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William Smith
Hartsville
James Graham
George W. Cooper
Graham
Wilson S. Swengel
C.B. Cooper
Martha Smith
Finley Smith
Sarah Jane Green
Aartsville
Hope Journal
Colored Youth Is Caught
Gail Hawkins colored, who for weeks has stayed with Sim Beard colored in this city, was arrested last Thursday evening by Ed A. Ernest deputy sheriff of Lina Ohio charged with stealing a suit of clothes from the Government recruiting station. He was arrested in the Ohio city after the charge was filed and his lawyers secured bond for 200 dollars. When the grand jury indicted him he was absent. officers later located him and requisition papers were obtained for the deputy sheriff to retrieve Hawkins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gail Hawkins
Sim Beard
Ed A. Ernest
Lina
Ohio
Hawkins
Chamberlains Salve touted for eczema and tetter relief
The advertisement claims intense itching from eczema tetter and salt rheum is almost instantly eased by Chamberlains Salve and notes many severe cases have been cured. Sold by all druggists.
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Chamberlain
Dull After-Eating Relief with Stomach and Liver Tablets
David Freeman of Kempt Nova Scotia testifies that Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets ease a heavy dull feeling after meals. The product strengthens the stomach aids digestion regulates liver and bowels and is superior to pills. Free samples at druggists. The Candy Kitchen for candies.
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Chamberlain
David Freeman
Kempt
Nova Scotia
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Linegar Bros
East Side
Cas Thomson Bare
W. T. Blackburn
Charles L. Barnard
T. M. Clark
Crews
T. E. Day
F. Ingalls
Marion Glidewell
Catherine Glidewell
John Boff
Speen
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William Huber
John Konigkramer
Ono
John H. Metz
William Metz
Fred Huber
John J. Puttmanna
Elva Puttmann
Charles Risinger
L. C. Risinger
Theophilus Hartly
E. F. Starks
Avansesesne
Peter Schuh
Fannie Snedaker
Will Snedaker
W.S. Maple
H. M. Loyd
W. J. Hill
J. B. Hardebeck
Isaac Dirks
J. T. Doles Coro
C. S. Rohlfing
Henry Vookirk
Henry Sonnewebr
Henry Wisker
Sens
Candy
Associated Charities
Citizens Bank Building
Emma B. Sefton
Independent
Bloxmas
Minear Dry Goods Company
Greensburg, Ind
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