Marconi's Wireless Telegraphy Marks a New Era in Communication
The article notes Marconi's successful 2300 mile wireless link from Cape Breton to Cornwall, England with clear messages, marking a major scientific achievement and a new era in long distance communication. It also covers Roosevelt, Venezuelan affair, large bequests, invalid boarding certs in Colorado, and ship subsidy debate.
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Marconi
Cape Breton
Canada
Cornwall
England
Vote buying in Illinois sparks reform talk
The Bloomington Pantograph and Champaign Gazette discuss statewide vote buying, noting it remains a crime despite a ban and that some purchases still occur. They argue reform requires legal clarity and a better sense of honest citizenship nationwide.
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Illinois
Bloomington
Contender Speakership Draws Illinois Spotlight
Political race for speaker of the Forty third general assembly fills Springfield with activist headquarters at the Leland once Sherman Miller battle lines form. Governor Yates' message, senate and house organization, and U S Senate prospects amid heavy party maneuvering.
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Springfield
Leland Hotel
Lawrence Y. Sherman
Gle
John H. Miller
McLeansboro
Sherman
Miller
Leland
Sage Party
Yates
Illinois
Judge Sherman
Forty-third General Assembly
State House
Northcott
Senate
Cartwright
Supreme Bench
Rose
Assembly
United States
William FE
Mason
Chicago
Congress
Albert J. Hopkins
Aurora
Hopkins
Charles Cherry
Cherry
Burial Casing Prices and Vault Totals
An ailment of vault counts lists 44 total vaults from 1898 to 1900 with adult sizes priced 35 to 45 dollars. G M Locke, Agent Henry IL, invites prompt talks with undertakers about vault needs. The article also reports progress on the Hennepin canal feeder, guard-lock at Rock Falls, and water supply plans as the work advances toward summer completion.
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G. M. Locke
Lakes
Mississippi
Rock Falls
Sheffield
Rock River
Sterling
Canal
Hennepin Canal
Moline Dispatch
Letter from Fred Becker in Cameron Missouri 1902
Fred Becker writes from Cameron Missouri a railroad hub with a population around 3500 noting local schools churches and strong secret societies led by Odd Fellows He mentions weather from deep cold to above zero and reports prices for wood plus furniture damage on the trip and good local merchants. he wishes editors and friends a Happy New Year.
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Fred Becker
Henry Republican
Cameron
Cameron Junction
Landsella
Missouri Wesleyan
M. E. Church
Y.M.C. A
Odd Fellows
the Republican
Frep
Becker
August Flower Cure Inquiry and Buckwheat Brand Ad
A newspaper column seeks readers who used Green's August Flower for indigestion and liver troubles, asking for results and offering free books. The note promotes 25 and 26 cent bottle trials and a 75 cent regular size, plus Dr Powell's City drug store Buckwheat product by Mrs Austin.
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Dr Powell
Advertising Pays in Town Newspapers
Merchants in key towns vary in advertising effort though most recognize its value. Some show persistent, large scale patronage while others opt out. The piece argues legitimate newspaper ads yield the best return and support community enterprises.
Herbine Cited To Restore Health For Isaac Story
Isaac Story of Ava Missouri writes that after a year of stomach trouble and dumb chills a doctor prescribed Herbine. He reports cure in two weeks and praises its energy strength and spirits, noting it is sold by J E and F A Powell.
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Isaac Story
Ava, Mo
J. W. Mary
J. E
F. A. Powell
Appellate Court Rules Franchises Favor Corporations Over Individuals
A ruling holds city councils and boards of supervisors may grant street railway franchises only to corporations, potentially invalidating many existing franchises. Lawyers say the decision could extend to telephone franchises due to similar language, and if upheld by the supreme court may declare the street railway act unconstitutional for restricting the business to corporations.
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Board of Supervisors
Supreme Court
Appellate Court
Favorite Prescription Promises Cure for Womanly Diseases
The advertisement touts Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a cure for female weakness irregularity and related nervous symptoms. It cites patient testimonials including Mrs Ervie E Woodin and promises private correspondence with Dr Pierce. It also recommends Golden Medical Discovery and Pleasant Pellets as aids.
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Dr. Pierce
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo
N.Y
Pierce
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Peterma
Bros Fair
Peterman
Sioux Falls
Dakota
J. A. Mellock
Thompson & Son, Lacon, II
TNHE
Henry City Bridge Co
Bridge Company
D. A, Prommnel
Henry City Bridge Co, N. B
First National Bank of
Henrys Henry
R. Jones
Henry, AL
Thomas Morgan
Senachwine Township
Putnam County
Putnam
Morgan
Putnam, Il
Worley
J. Fairbanks
Varna
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George A
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Cullom
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Iowa
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Darrow
Pennsylvania
Miners’ Organization
Anthracite Strike Commission
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Ogle County
Feaders
William A. Bowles
Joliet
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Cook County
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Mmne
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Leigh Call
Austin
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