A Reflection on Leo XIII and Shifting Immigration
The piece notes Leo XIII’s lasting influence and vigor in his final hours, contrasts with large immigrant flows into the United States, and mentions 40,072 newcomers heading to Canada since January. It discusses race questions becoming national, pension allowances and rejections, land reserve actions, government expenses and surpluses, and postal service delays along the Three-I route.
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United States
Canada
Postal Department
Public Opinion as the Rule in a Republic
A Streator Free Press excerpt argues public opinion governs in republics and enlightened sentiment cultivates morals and reform. Archbishop Quigley warns vice hides where opinion is weak, while Countersell quips about a son’s head and future college outcome.
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Republic
Jo Net
Quigley
Jail Break Plot by Women Aids Bank Robbers
Chicago police report a network of jail escapes aided by three women including Mrs Latimore and Mrs Dennis. They allegedly helped Dennis and Lattimore escape from Waukesha jail with a staged plot tied to other breaks in Jonesboro and Aledo. Investigations link a wider scheme involving Bertha McGuire and other accomplices across Illinois and Wisconsin.
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Milien
Chicago
Charles Dennis
Frank Latimore
Waukeeha
Wis
Waukesha
Jonesboro
Aledo
Dennis
Lattamore
81St Streets
Lowe Avenue
O'Neill
Bertha McGuire
Sheriffs Posse
Latimore
Pat
Flaherty
Ill
Jonida—Wwere
Lawa
Tom Hale
Big Mol
Frank Reed
Pennsylvania
Red
Frank Leeds
Little Village
Frank Springer
Chcago
Shy Curley
Bertha McGuirie
Curley
Springer
Physician Faked Cure for Colic and Patient Recovered
A parent details a boy taken with colic at age four. The physician allegedly injected morphine, worsening the condition, then the parent administered Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, after which the child slept and recovered within half an hour. The note mentions F TL Wilking of Shell Lake Wisconsin as bookkeeper for the Shell Lake Gumber Co. and sale of the remedy by Dr Powery.
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F. TL
Wilking
Shell Take
Wis
Wilkins
Shell Lake “Gumber Co
Powery
Campers Form Walnut Grove Club at Lake Senachwine
A 14 member club built a cabin at Walnut Grove on Lake Benach near Hotel Undercliff. The group leases 868 acres north of Swan Lake shooting grounds and near Hennepin and Undercliff preserves for hunting and year round recreation with facilities for sleeping and storage. Members include Sidney C. Love John J. Campbell A. G. Humphrey and others from Chicago and Peoria.
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Walnut Grove
Lake Benach
Henry
Foy
Swan Lake
Hennepin and
Undercliff Club
Chicago
Sidney C. Love
A. B. Eaton
Geo. W. Brown
Peoria
John J. Campbell
R. D. McDougal
A. G. Humphrey
J. F. Leavitt
J. D. Glenn
R. D. Shields
Phil Steimle
Max Siewers
Sterrett
Fred
Robert Law
Lake Senachwine
Bradford Slough
Big Timbes
Needs a Telephone and the Modern Life
Visionary prose links the telephone to daily life and romance while noting the role of workers like McGee in Whitefield Central. The piece reflects on medical ignorance of cancer yet highlights global efforts and funding toward solving the disease.
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MoonLie
McGee
Whitefield Central
Anxious Wife Seeks View On Husband’s Case
A Chicago News humorous exchange shows a physician advising the anxious wife to take an opiate herself rather than give it to her husband. The doctor says the husband needs rest and should not receive the drug.
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Chicago News
Forecast of Severe Weather and Tornado Month Ahead
W T Foster warns August will be hot and dry with damage to corn and rough weather. He predicts September will bring tornadoes and hurricanes with extreme temperature swings from drought to flood. He urges vigilance and shelter, especially at sea, to protect fleets and avoid water travel.
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W . T.foster
Asaya
Drouth
DeWitt Witch Hazel Salve Brand Warning
Advert says look for DeWitt on every box of Witch Hazel Salve and claims DeWitt’s is pure and best for cuts burns and skin conditions. Warns against counterfeit copies and notes BB. C. De tt & Co Chicago as the maker and Dr Powell as seller.
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DeWitt
BB. C.’ Dett & C O
Chicago
Dr Powell
Preventive Against Death by Own Action Promoted
An old advertisement claims Electric-Bittera prevents self destruction by strengthening nerves and the body. It markets as a toxic nervine that regulates stomach liver and kidneys and promises guaranteed satisfaction at Dr Powell's drug store for 65 cents.
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Powell
Attorney General Hamlin's Biennial Report Published
The Henry Republica notes the release of a 43 page biennial report containing Attorney General Hamlin's public interest opinions. It highlights Hamlin's explanations for township officers and multiple assessments guidance from the board of review, applauding his busy and capable tenure.
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Henry Republica
Hamling
Hamlin
Assesson
Board of Review
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Dayton
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R. V. Pierce
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Talenhone Tas
Jos, A, Konrad
Haexry
Conge
Burt
George Dito
George A. Burt & Son
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Wigor
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Ware
General Land Office
Washington
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Cuba
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President Hayes
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Massachusetts
Edmunds
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Virginia
Hoar
Coun Tessel
Braina
Jes
Foolu
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Iyo
Kline Building
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