Scout Maj Burnham Evades Boers at Zand River
Major F R Burnham, American scout, hid inside a Kaffir hut near Zand River while Boer officers watched nearby. He lay motionless for hours with a Boer just inches away and later hid two days in an ant bear hole. He blew the Pretoria Johannesburg railroad to aid British advances during a twelve day mission. the last days fed on raw mealies.
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Major Burnham
Zand River
F. R. Burnham
Burnham
Maj. Burnham
Pretoria
Johannesburg
Pearson's
Arsenic Eaters in Syria and Tyrol Reported
A district physician notes peasants in Syria and the Tyrol eat white arsenic daily to ward off fatigue and endure hard work. In Salzburg arsenic factory workers may become arsenic eaters to survive fumes. The practice carries risks of sudden death despite claimed immunity and vitality gains. Vicious politics affect schools report cites city crowding and building shortages, with Boston needing 27 more schools and urban accommodations failing to match population growth.
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Syria
Tyrol
Salzburg
Detroit
Boston
Saturday Evening Post
Short skirts spark fashion debate in Europe and America
The piece notes reactions to the return of short skirts in England and Paris, contrasting French ease with English clinging to trailing gowns. It observes Americans favoring practicality, with Swiss tourism and alpine practicality cited as reasons for the trend. It mentions perceptions of common sense and fashion sensibilities across nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
England
America
Switzerland
Mosquito Sting Claimed Mrs. Lawler of Elizabeth
A mosquito bite on the ankle led to blood poisoning and the death of Mrs. Anna Lawler from Elizabeth New Jersey. She was buried on a recent Tuesday after weeks of illness tied to the sting. Exports and Imports of Gold. In 1896 we sent abroad 79 million more of gold than we received. In 1898 we received 104 million more than we sent, in 1899 51 million more, last year the excess of exports was 3 693 675.
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Anna Lawler
Elizabeth
N. J
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Praised by Dr Mary Melendy
Dr Mary R Melendy of Chicago endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as universally effective for obstinate coughs colds and bronchial afflictions in children and adults. The non narcotic medicine is sold by I H Myers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary R. Melendy
Chicago
Ill
I. H. Myers
For Safe Cheap Three Room Dwelling House Ad
Three room dwelling house with stable and trees in a good location offered on reasonable terms. See C. B. Thoman for details.
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C. B. Thoman
Notice to Teachers on December Exams in Lamar and Granada
Notice to teachers announces regular quarterly examination on Friday and Saturday, December 20 and 21 at the Lamar court house and Granada. All applicants for teaching certificates must pay a 21.00 fee under the new law. Includes renewals of first grade and endorsements. The Colorado bar academic exam will be held in connection with the teacher exams. Miss M H Exuine, Co Supt.
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Court House
Lamar
Granada
Colorado Bar Examination
M. H. Exuine
Summer Hill Man Credits Remedy For Party Readiness
A. J. Snell of Summer Hill New York feared stomach pains would spoil a party. A lady friend suggested Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. After two doses he was cured and enjoyed the party. The remedy is sold by I. H. Myers.
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A. J. Snell
Chamberlain
Mr. Snell
Summer Hill
N. Y
I. H. Myers
A Wonderful Cure for Consumption Proclaimed by Physicians
A letter from Joseph Underhill of Doland South Dakota praises White Wine of Tar Syrup as a cure for consumption after doctors gave little hope. The message notes the remedy’s effectiveness and extends recommendation to others afflicted. Also promoting HERBINE liver remedy by I H Myers at 50 cents.
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D. Warner
Coldwater
Mich
Joseph
Underhill
Doland
South Dakota
McLean Bros
Price
I. H. Myers
Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets Ad
Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets offer relief after meals and for poor appetite. They promise to cleanse the stomach, invigorate the digestive system, and regulate liver and bowels. For sale by I. H. Myers, Druggist.
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Chamberlain
I. H. Myers
Santa Fe Excursion Rates For Holidays 1901 02
Santa Fe offers holiday rail rates for students teachers and the general public. Discounts apply east of Colorado one third to Colorado points round trips one fare with institution certificate dates for sale Dec 20–22 final return by Jan 10. El Paso line round trip one fare. Kansas up to 200 miles east one fare and a third. sale Dec 24 25 31 and Jan 1 1902 with final return Jan 2. Grand Canyon Arizona and Hot Springs New Mexico tourist rates year round with specific limits and side-trip options from La Junta. Details from agent G J Garvin.
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Colorado
Wright
New Mexico
Texas
el Paso
Kansas
Denver
Colorado Teachers State Association
Lamar
Colo
Grand Canyon
Arizona
Phenix
Prescott
Grand Canyon of Arizona
Hot Springs
N. Mex
la Junta
Pueblo
Colorado Springs
California Express
Las Animas
Mexico
No. Land
Pueblo Colorado Springs
Chicago
Reports of the Condition of The First National Bank
Bank balance sheet shows loans and discounts, overdrafts, U S bonds to secure circulation, stocks and securities, real estate, and deposits. It lists lawful money reserve including specie and legal tender notes, with a total assets figure and liabilities including capital, surplus, deposits, and cashier’s checks outstanding totaling 237,447 12.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
U.S
Lashier
Million-dollar prescription sale shocks San Francisco in 1901
A group of business men paid 112,500 in coin and stock on August 30, 1901, for a Bright's Disease and Diabetes treatment claimed to cure incurable cases. Investigations began November 15, 1900, with over three dozen cases tested and eighty seven percent showing improvement by August 25. Detailed reports and clinical results were published and mailed free on request from the Joan J. Fuitron company, 420 Montgomery Street, San Francisco.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Bright
Joan J. Fuitron Company
Montgomery St
Cal
Wanted Representatives for Established Chicago Company
Wanted several persons of character and good reputation in each state to represent and advertise an old established wealthy business house. Salary 18.00 weekly with expenses, paid cash weekly from head offices. Horse and carriage furnished when necessary. References. Enclose self-addressed stamped envelope. Dept. Manager, 332 Caxton Building, Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caxton Building
Chicago
Public notice by County Clerk Curry dated 2 December 1901
On John F. Curry, County Clerk. Dated at Lamar, Colo., December 2, 1901.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John F. Curry
Lamar, Colo
Notice for Public Action by James D. Martin in Colorado
Lane Office Lamar Colorado December 2 1901 notice settler James D. Martin has filed intent to make final proof for his land claim SW section 28 township 218 Aug 46 W 6th P M before Register and Receiver Lamar Colorado January 18 1902 witnesses E B Leatherman George W Leasure W P James and L A Cook all of Lamar Colorado dateline and signature by W A Merrily Register
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Thomas W. Farmer
Granada
Prowers
J. L. Mayfeld
Colorado
Lamar
Colo
James D. Martin
E.B. Leatherman
George W. Leasure
W. P. James
L. A. Cook
W. A. Merrily
Register
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Philadelphia Press
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Art Lamar
Conorapo
State
County OF Prowers
W. C. Gould
W. C. Govtn
James K. Dovanty
Yseux Notary Public
B. B. Brown
A.N. Parriso
T. M. Brown
Murat Halstead
WM. McKinley
THE
Lamar Register
Synery
S. F. Time Corp
Daily
State OF Colorado
Nna C
J.B. Hensley
State of
J. B. Hensley
Prowers County
Billingslea
John T. Farmer
WV. H. Farmer
Sarah Bundy
Catherine M. Floyds
Catherine Farmer
Farmer
Secree M. Frye
Mary Frye
Miss Odessa
Chas. A. Stevens & Bros
J. H. Hardy
Osteopath
N. E. Corner Union Hotel
A. T. Stil Bohol
Kirkville, Mo
D. W. Robinson
J.c.stream
Dru
Jeo
Ninth General Assembly
Boards of
Board of
Byron
Weston’s
L. L. Brown
Bond
Davy
Russia
Towit
Arnold
Sanford
Faber
Esterbrook
Board of County Commissionrs
Pepsoquinine
Boyd
North Side
Barber Opp
Henry Bon Durant
R. R
Great Plains
Hasty
M. D
Goodale Block
Granby Hillyer
Lamar, Cororapo
Goodale Building
J. K. Doughty
Lamar, Cotorapo
Bent Bik
East Main St
John O. Horn
Land Office
W. A. Merrill
S. Wilson
Irwin
Opera House
M. L. Conwell
East Main Street
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