Government Ownership of Telegraphs in Norway
William E. Curtis argues from Norway that state control of telegraphs mirrors postal oversight. In Norway every post office provides telegram writing and mailing, with rapid delivery from a central depot and city boxes for telegram deposits. Telegraph rates are more than halved compared with the speaker's country, showcasing efficient government operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William E. Curtis
Record-Herald
Norway
Rij
Definition of anarchy and anarchism in a Columbus discussion
Dic Washington-Gladden distinguishes anarchy as eruption of evil passions and anarchism as a reasoned philosophy. He contrasts anarchism with socialism as opposite poles, noting anarchism targets destroying government while socialism aims to extend it. Webster’s view is cited as lawless and anti government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dic
Washington-Gladden
Columbus
Ohio
Ac c
Pbaard
Webster
Debate Over Death Penalty Across Counties
The Freeport Journal and Canton Register clash over how many states and counties ban the death penalty for murder. Canton Register cites two counties, while Marshall County claims three counties have not imposed the extreme punishment, with 21 murderers tried and none receiving it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Freeport Journal
Wisconsin
Michigan
Maine
Rhode Island
Stephenson County
Llinofa
will_jincrease
Stephenson
Colorado
Ows
Iowa
Sheik
Fulton
Canton Register
Marshall
Injunction Against Pontlac State Reformatory Board
A writ of injunction has been issued against the Pontlac State Reformatory board and Mallory blocking removal of Dr J A Marshall, the institution physician. Judge Moffett orders pending hearing at January circuit term. Marshall to continue duties as fraud allegations of board and superintendent seek his ouster for political reasons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Reformatory
Pontlacent-Mallory
J. A. Marshall
Moffett
Marshall
Heave
Pensions Exam Boards Face Scrutiny Across Nation
The U S Pension Commissioner released a circular urging all pension examining boards to curb lax examination practices and dismissals. Special screenings found cases where applicants sent for pension due to heart disease were misdiagnosed, prompting warnings that physicians overburdened by regular practice risk government action. The official stresses the issue is widespread and not confined to a few areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Commissioner of Pensions
Endorsing Honest Discourse Across Political Lines
A long quotation cites General Smith Atkins urging Americans to respect opposing views, maintain two parties, and discuss policies civilly. It emphasizes national unity, press freedom, and evaluating ideas on merit rather than personal attacks, urging voters of all parties to seek the highest good for the nation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith D.atkins
Doyasty
Memorial Services at Colorado Springs Station
Mrs Amanda R. Olmsted, president of the Kit Carson Circle, led memorial services in the G A R hall Colorado Springs for comrade William McKinley and other national figures. The address recalled Lincoln Garfield and McKinley assassinations, urging faith, charity, and resilience as Roosevelt assumed the presidency. A hymn and invocation closed the observance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amanda R. Olmsted
Kit Carson Circle
G. A. R. Hall
Colorado Springs
Colorado
Kit Careson Circle
Pace
William "Mein Teyi
Satan
Ford's
Washington
D. C
Lincoln
Baltimore
William’s College
Garfield
Elberom Cottage
Hessersey
Buffalo N.Y
William McKinley
United States
Milburn House
Buffalo
Gome
Ife
Théodore Roosevelt
Wenona Romance Ends In Joliet Nuptials For Becker Burgess
The Becker and Bertha Burgess nuptials concluded last Thursday in Joliet after a romance from childhood. Carl Becker wed Misa Bertha Burgess despite stern English father figures and family opposition. Cupid aided by a California plan secured the marriage and a future away from the disapproving households.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Becker-Burgess
Carl Becker
Misa Bertha-Burgess
Joliet
stern old_Engliahman
Ae Limeelf
Carl
Decatur
Everrett Ponting
Wenona
Ponting
Springfield
Cupid
California
la Balle Democrat
Irrore
Paralyzed Man Returns to Health After Pain Basin
Henderson Grimett of Logan County West Virginia was paralyzed on one side and arm after a lengthy illness. After two bottles of Chamberlain's Pain Basin, he improved markedly and nears full recovery. The testimonial notes other cures for rheumatism sprains and bruises and cites Dr Powellel's City drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henderson Grimett
Chamberlain
Geo. i R. McDonald
Logan County
W. Va
Arnica Salve credited for long healing after burn mishap
A Jonesville Virginia resident recounts an accident in which a child burned his foot and led to years of leg sores. He credits Burk Jen's Arnica Salve with a complete cure after other treatments failed, noting its use for burns, scalds, sores, bruises, and piles and claiming availability at Dr Bowell's City Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eads
Jonesville
Vaz
Burk- Jen
Prosperity Note Highlights Population and Wealth Growth
A congratulatory reflection on the United States rapid progress in population and wealth over the past decade, noting how these gains elevate the nation among world powers. The piece emphasizes national greatness and the surprise others express regarding American advancement.
Scott's Emulsion Ad Claims Aid for children growth
A vintage advertisement promotes Scott's Emulsion as fertilizer-like for children growth. It asserts the product helps children grow in strength blood and mind with claims of improving health and vitality. It invites free samples and lists price points for druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott
Scott & Bowne
Chemits
Indigestion and Relief Promised by Dr Pierce Remedies
A lengthy testimonial extols the digestion improving effects of Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery and Pleasant Pellets. It recounts long stomach trouble from childhood, days of limited diet, and eventual recovery after six bottles of the medicine. The notice offers a free medical advisor and a cloth bound volume in exchange for stamps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierce
Willis Seaman
Washingtonville, Orange Co
Dr. Pierce
Dr. Y. Pierce
Buffalo
McKinley’s Path Through Freemasonry and Knight Templar Honor
The article notes President McKinley joined Masonry during the Civil War era and later became a Knight Templar while in Congress. It recounts initiation at Hiram Lodge Winchester and honorary Knight Templar degrees from Washington Commandery No 1, with ongoing interest in Masonic affairs despite public duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Ohio
Knights of Pythias
Winchester
Major McKinley
Hiram Lodge
George Vashigtes
William—Methiasons
C Frogan
Cutting Scrape Near Lawn Ridge Leaves Stiles Wounded
The Peoria Star reports a severing razor wound to Lewis Stiles, 22, at a Lawn Ridge area dance. A. J. Rogers, 80, is a fugitive. Charles Evans, alleged to have supplied the razor, is jailed awaiting outcome of Stiles injuries. Evans faced charges in Chillicothe as an accomplice. Stiles’ condition is critical. Rogers fled and Evans’ bail is $500.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peoria Star
Lawn Ridge
Lewis Stiles
A. J. Rogers
Rogers
Charles Evans
Willis Luke Hart
Stike S
Rogera
Society of Rules
Stiles
Cornet
Evans
Chillicothe
Calabodie
Pon Stites
Stites
Prayer Appeal Alleges Racist Sermon In North Carolina Church
The account describes a white church in North Carolina amid gliding religious services where a Black deacon is urged to lead prayer. A disturbing invocation calls for violent and divisive imagery, ending with a plea to ‘‘set him on fire’’ as part of a controversial appeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minieters
North Carolina
Republic secret oath-bound order organized in Austin
A secret oath-bound organization named the Republic is formed in Austin with aims to protect life and property from anarchists, combat anarchist propaganda, and defend U S institutions. It plans a grand lodge with branches nationwide and a detective network to prosecute anarchists, enforcing ostracism socially and commercially.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Po 'Stampoub Anarchy
Chicago
Austin
United States
Republic
Grand Lodge of the Order
Stomach Ailments Promised Cure From South American Nervine
Advertisements claim a masterly cure for stomach disease through a nervous system remedy sold by J E Pow and FA Pow aus iy. The text asserts permanent relief, rapid onset, and universal efficacy with safe, pleasant use. It emphasizes immediate benefit and worldwide cure potential.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J-E
FA Powaus Iy
Integrity and self denial mark the late president
The late president avoided speculation and profitable investments, declining opportunities for personal gain. He did not use office for self-aggrandisement, upholding high integrity. His example, it is said, could be followed by other officials. Benivolenva SAN neves halh men aspiration is cited as the lifting power within individuals.
Kings New Discovery Cures Croup Says Kentucky Parent
A Kentucky resident testifies that Dr Kings New Discovery quickly relieved a baby's croup and cured a chronic bronchial condition. The ad touts the remedy for colds throat and lung troubles with trial bottles free at a local drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Croup
J. C. Suides
Crittenden, Ky
Dr Powrélis City Drug Store
Transfers in Marshall County parcels and deeds list
A sequence of land transfers records across Marshall County. Entries name grantors and grantees such as Michael Haylite, Harriet Hensley, Louis Baker, Francis Currie, Mary Specht, Javina Snyder, Tijman Anthony, Chas Hull, John Thompson, John Maurice, Elizabeth Kinnear, Prasae Master in Chancery, De Paul H Nighswonger, David Lester, Allen Fatlorte Joh, John Hallock, Laura Caldwell, Henry Maxwell, Thomas Layton, George Vandegraft, Duggan, Anna Tracey, Leroy Newell with lots, blocks, and sections in Wenona, Lacon, Sparland, Toluca, and Henry and Davis additions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshall County
Michael Haylite
John—Haytie
Jordan
Henry
Harriet Hensley
Jennie Newell
Cotton
Sparland
Louis RB. Baker
Geo. S. Monser
Wenona
Francis M. Currie
Wm. E. Monser
Mary Specht
Andrew
Mary Baechler
Fleminig
Lacon
Javina Snyder
Wm. H. Quiram
Chas. A. Simmons
Fleming
Tijman
Anthonyi
Monrose
Anthony
Chas
Hull
John_I. ‘Thompson
Master-in- Chancery
John Maurice
W. A. Rows
Hopewell
Elizabeth T. Kinnear
Elizabeth Horrom
Davis
Prasae
Geo. W. Traver
de Paul H. Nighswonger
Elizabeth Nighsonger
Breuben
David Lester
Wm. K. Klevesat
Allen-Fatlorte
Lote
John H. Hallock
Peter Tumut
Saratoga
Laura Caldwell
Elizabeth Aitchison
Henry Maxwell
Sarah Ann Chazaherialn
Sparand
Thomas Layton
Mary Baechior
George A. Vandegraft
Daniel H.gregg
H. Duggan
Pastule
Santa Fe
Toluca
Leroy Newell
Frank A. Barr
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Arthur Lehmann & CO
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Iiis
ELY Brothers
Wabash Railroad
Wabash Road
Walt
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