First US Congress Building Unearthed in Philadelphia Vaults
Historic finds at Nos. 37 and 39 North Seventh Street reveal medieval style vaults and a vault within a vault used to store bullion during the War of 1812. Iron bars protect cellar windows, and copper coins dated 1816 and 1818 were dug from an old yard well alongside scrap copper.
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Old Mint
North Seventh Street
Independence Hall
Frank H. Stewart
Prop.erty
United States Congress
Philadelphia Record
Clocks Affected by Cold Weather Disrupt Time
A newspaper item notes clocks stopping in cold months as oil stiffens and bearings gum up. Clockmakers report many clocks brought in during bad weather for cleaning and reoil. failures include pendulums sticking and strikes misfiring before the hour.
Ends Winter's Troubles Bucklen Arnica Salve Ad
Winter troubles like chapped skin burns and sores are eased by Bucklen Arnica Salve claims. A trial proves its healing power for burns boils piles sores bruises eczema and soprina. Available for 25 cents at Daughery Bros.
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Daughery, Bros
Springer’s Studio 42nd City Album Review
A 42nd City studio release reviewed with focus on 928 pages of liner notes and production details. The piece highlights the artist’s approach, tech choices, and reception context while noting standout tracks and collaborations.
Russia to Use Iron Hand in Northern Persia
A semi official Russian statement declares Moscow will take punitive measures in Tabriz Resht and Kinz after mobs of anti-Russians in the region. It says the Persian government lacks power to punish guilty parties and directs military commanders to act with consular cooperation to chastise offenders and remove causes of hostility. Persian accounts from London describe Tabriz residents defending themselves after prolonged restraint.
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Delernire
St. Petersburg
Dec
Russia
Persia
Eough
Veniremen drawn for Richeson murder trial
Boston reports a city council special meeting to draw a centre 275 traverse jurors for the Richeson murder trial of Avis Linnell. The jury list heads to the superior court clerk for venire summons as Richeson recovers, with counsel denying marriage rumors involving Miss Violet Edmanis.
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Boston
Fitzgerald
Rey
V. T. Richeson
Avis Linnell
Superior Criminal Court
Richeson
Lathrop
William A. Morse
Violet Edmanis
New York
Rich
Avis Linnett
Tan
Mr. Morse
La Follette Opens Campaign in Ohio Speech Tour
Wisconsin Senator Robert M. La Follette formally began his bid for the Republican presidential nomination with two speeches in Cleveland and Youngstown. He denounced corporations and federal courts, urged labor not to be covered by Sherman anti trust law, and criticized banking monopolies and tariff protection as barriers to fair competition.
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Cleveland
Robert M. la Follette
United States
Wisconsin
Mr. la Follette
Youngstown
la Follette
la Pollette
Croup Fears Prompt Foley's Honey and Tar Benefit Claim
A Canton New York reader praises Foley's Honey and Tar Compound as invaluable for child croup and hoarseness, stating it is always on hand and worth its weight in gold. The advertisement notes it is for sale by all druggists.
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Foley
H. W. Casselman Canton
N. Y
Comedic exchange on naming dog stirs chuckles
In a light moment from Chicago News, Uncle Tom jokes about naming his dog after Harry, who replies that it is complimentary though the dog lacks sense to notice. The quip turns on wordplay about flattery and loyalty.
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Uncle Tom
Harry
Chicago News
His Busy Time and the Ele Male Kick Meant?
A fragmented historical note uses dialect to describe a moment of action in Atlanta. The line questions distance measured by a male participant amid a crowd, hinting at street theater or a communal joke. The text reflects local speech patterns rather than a clear event.
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Atlanta Constitution
Howard
Hamilton
Waltham
Elgin
Rockford
M. Conrath
Philadelphia Street
Good Care Assured and Insurance Ties Questioned
A reader cites concern over a doctor’s quality after noting a recommendation from the president of an insurance firm with a $50,000 policy on the speaker. The remark appears in a Smart Set quote.
Lightning Kills Few But Electric Bitters Cure
A 1906 remark notes lightning deaths are rare at under two in a million, then touts Electric Bitters as a cure for virulent liver trouble and jaundice. Robert Madaen of West Burlington, IA, allegedly recovered after doctors gave up, praising the remedy as best for stomach and liver ailments.
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Robert Madaen
West Burlington
Foley Kidney Pills Advertisement
With the Coming of Middle Age There is a letting down in the physical forces often shown in annoying and painful kidney and bladder ailments and urinary irregularities. Foley Kidney Pills are a splendid regulating and threatening medicine at each time. Try them for sale by all druggists. Foley's Honey and Tar Compound stops coughs and cures colds. Do not accept substitutes. For sale by all druggists.
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Gale
Foley
Qanok
Lillian Russell Courtship and Marriage Rumors
Miss Lillian Russell denies engagement to Mr Moore while gossip swirls about a May wedding. Reports claim long courtship with the Pittsburg Leader noting plans and public denials as she retreats from stage appearances.
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New York
Dow
Ruussell
Alexander P. Mou
Pittsburg
Russell
Moore
Mis Russi
Rusrei
Geain
Yandiville
Aishor
Georgia Murderer Seeks 30 Day Delay to Pray
Benjamin Merck of Gainesville, condemned to hang for murder, asks Governor Slaton for a thirty day reprieve to seek religious conversion. His spiritual advisors insist he is close to faith but have yet to see a firm commitment.
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Georgia
Atlanta
Gio. Dee
Joan M. Slaton
Benjamin Merck
Gainesville
Merek
Nnder
Merck
Vyer
Congressman Bell
Steel Bonus Takes Fall in Employee Distribution
Steel corporation announces a 1.45 million dollar bonus pool for employees, distributed pro rata by earnings for the current year, with stock options under active but undisclosed terms. Last year, about 700,000 workers shared in the plan, with 60 percent payable in Steel common stock at roughly market, and the dividend/price outlook noted as potentially lower than the market.
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New York
Bee
Unites States
Blou Corporation
Aijonue
Tecivision
Kidney Pills Claim Quick Relief From Backache
A Mall McKeesport resident credits Foley’s Kidney Pills with curing years of backache fatigue and headaches caused by kidney issues. She reports improved kidney function and regularity after use and recommends the medicine. Also notes Erie celebration plans and local civic actions around Perry’s victory and park renaming.
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Erie
Perry
Lake Erie
Stern
Central Park
Perry Square
Cunnclla
Nissara
Berry Square
Cure Claimed for Wife by Honey and Tar Compound
R J Howell declares Coleys Honey and Tar Compound cured his wife of a severe chest illness described as consumption. He says her cough, hoarseness, and weakness disappeared after using less than three bottles, and asserts sales are available at druggists.
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R. J. Howell
Races
Coley
Da Krurts New Life Pills Ad on Liver Health
An old newspaper ad promotes Da Krurts New Life Pills to treat liver trouble and constipation. It claims the pills regulate liver and stomach, improve digestion, and boost health, urging purchase at Daugherty Bros.
Cary Announces Candidacy for Mayor in Wisconsin
In Milwaukee Wisconsin Cary announces candidacy for mayor as he roars for Congress from the Foursh Woonsin district. The message emphasizes Cary's spring election push and party alignment with Hepablisag or aan.
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Cary
Milwaukee
Wis
Willia
Arssiya
Fovrsh Woonsin Distein
MW Rrs
Pinisa Poe
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Carpenter Ave
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Jorepn
Mack's
Marietta
Pike
Ohio River
Smith R. D. Wo
R. Weake & Co
Springer’ Sydio
Kaiser
America
Princh Adalukrt
London
Yahriz
Tabriz
Veniremen
Glergyman
Edwand Miller
Fred Holiings Worth
R. J. Ederer Thread Company
Frankford
Franklin
Los Angeles
Cal
Bert Frankin
Robert Bain
McNamara
Justice Young
Ranklin
Ohio
Daclavas
Pittshure
Tallian Russrul
Lillian Russell
Moore of
Plisdure
Huntington
Wy Va
Robert Bayles
Glassrock
Glassenk
Loughby’s
Mussedj
Silver
W. R. Loughry & Co
John Lindberg
McKeesport
Thaw
Harry Kendall Thaw
Mattenwan Asylum
Tahan
Duke of Argyll
Oscar Hammer
Stein Kiss
Earth
McCann's
Pittsburgh
Geo. D. Leydic
Undertaker
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North 6Th St
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Leib
Paul Leib
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