Indian Police Are Reliable Despite Turbulent Beginnings
The piece chronicles the early formation of Uncle Sam's Indian police from 1877, their duties reporting thefts to agents, and gradual growth. It recalls clashes with white raiders, tribal tensions, notable incidents at Lower Brule and Grand River, and asserts the force now serves faithfully with blue uniforms and silver stars.
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Gailete
Wao
Sam
Lower
Evule Acenex
South Dakota
the James
Aoac
Fhvey
Weos
Exei
Grand River
Itheda
Heartbreaking plea from mother for kidnapped boy
Mrs Annie Meekins of Philadelphia appeals to the kidnapper in a newspaper letter eight days into a police search for her eight year old son Richard. A red ink message from the kidnapper said the boy was alive. The mother begs for Richard to return to restore her life.
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Philadelphia
Penn
Annie Meekins
Ths City
Richard
Red Cross Seals Bring Christmas Cheer to Needy
Charities urge readers to buy Red Cross seals as a means to fund relief for the less fortunate during the holiday season. The campaign highlights Christmas aid through simple donations and community support arrangements.
Widow Bets Estate in Forged Will Ruling
Philadelphia judges rule a claimed will of Thomas J. Husband Jr forged after two years of litigation. A sealed verdict upheld a January 1913 will leaving the estate to his widow Catherine while disinheriting his sisters. Possible criminal action hinted against the alleged drafters.
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Philadelphia
Penn
Thomas J. Husband
Common Pleas Court
Tifa
Megs
Catherine Bi
Husband
Frigate Indomondones Sold After Copper Salvage
The old frigate once America s flagship of seventy four guns was burned wrecked and later used as a receiving ship at Mare Island. Sold by the Navy for 3515 the vessel had been out of commission for three years.
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Sora
America
Mare Island
Oil stock ad touts quick profits and limited shares
It promotes Amalga mated Oil Co offering 5¢ stock with 100% dividends and 210 buys $200 par value stock. Claims Oklahoma oil doubles in price and 20% advance by Nov 27. Encourages quick action and free information from 1700 Colcord Bldg Oklahoma Okla Ady 11-18.
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Oklahoma Ol
Amalgamated Oil Co
Oklahoma
Okla
Ady
Agents Wanted for Fibre Brooms in Elmira Ad
Advertises $5 to $7 daily earnings selling new fibre brooms. Claims sample by parcel post for 30 cents. From Wynnesroom Co based in Elmira New York with date November 15 1915.
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Wynnesroom CO
Elmira
N. Y
Adv
Girls Die in Gas Asphyxiation Tragedy in Chicago Home
In Chicago, Ti-Annua and Clara Wirth, aged 14 and 16, were found dead in their beds along with their decorator father August Wirth at 3442 Twenty third Place. Neighbors say the family had been missing since Monday. a sealed letter to a son was found. An inquest is set for today.
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Chicago
Annua
Clara Wirth
August Wirth
Wirth
For All the News All the Time Rean the Star
The Star presents a brief item noting ongoing coverage ambitions and editorial stance. It emphasizes broad news scope and continuous reporting without detailing specific events or personnel.
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