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Newspaper
Hickory Democrat
Location
Hickory, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1907
Page
3
A famous affidavit was introduced by Jerome as evidence amid courtroom objections and a court ruling. The document described a past incident involving a man named Wacescu who allegedly drugged and assaulted a person when they were 15, resulting in punishment. Jerome concluded by announcing that the people rest after reading the affidavit.
Washington authorities vow vigorous enforcement of anti shipment evading laws under new Shanghaiing act. Inspectors reassigned to widen probes of shipping commissions. Secretary Strauss, four annual pensions issued for inspectors, court discretion to impose up to $2000 fine per person. Court proceedings in Thaw case to resume next week with lengthy witness exam.
An old report details a large steamer disaster with about 600 passengers aboard. The fragmentary text references a ruinous event and mentions a chaotic scene, with survivors and authorities likely investigating the wreck.
A Richmond citizen appeals for aid for individuals with weak throats citing Dr Sings New Discovery as a promised remedy. The ad extols Allcock's Plasters, Electric Bitters, and local druggists as trusted cures for coughs, asthma, and various ailments. Separate items report bankruptcy of broker Walter Hieston, a fatal coal mine accident in Saarlouis, and a historical note on Allcock's Plasters since 1847.
Wiliam Jennings Bryan, at a closing conference on the Industrial exhibit, voiced that unions have done more good for the country than any force. The executive council of the American Federation of Labor met to issue a charter to the Stone Cutters International Union, which joined federation by referendum. The union, oldest in the U S labor history, traces to a 1740 New York formation and now has about 18,000 members across the United States and Canada.
A vintage ad touts Cham berlain's Salve for intense itching from diseases like ring worm and Barber's itch. It claims rapid relief and permanent cure with continued use, noting many resistant cases were cured. Sold by Shuford Drug Co at a low price per box.
London March 18 The steamer Jebba from West African ports for Plymouth ran on rocks near Pravele Point. Passengers and crew were taken ashore in safety. The Jebba will be a total loss.
Tyner’s Dyspepsia Remedy claims to cure indigestion by removing acids and strengthening weak stomachs with a bottle priced at 50 cents. The ad promises money back if not effective. Separately, reports state Tru jillo, Honduras may have been stormed by Nicaraguan vessels cruising the coast for days.
Governor Glenn commends the Legislature as patriotic and near-pledge keeping. He supports the antitrust statute, notes a missing clause against unlawful price agreements, and urges enforcement with common law and Holt act to punish violators. He calls for fair trial of reduction acts by railroad companies and relief for harmed citizens.
New York March 18 Excitement returned to the stock market as a break in opening proportions sparked a rush to realize. The session showed a buoyant recovery Friday and Saturday, while banking circles warned against excessive haste. The market closed weak with little rally except Union Pacific rebounding two points.
Washington dispatches report Senate military committee chair Warren considering subpoena for Galveston News editor over a fake Gray confession story. Major Blockson dispatch acknowledged. Foraker said to require editor’s statement but may drop after admission. Also noted: rifles from Springfield used by Company B 25th Infantry. Oliver elected vice president of United States Trust Company.
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