Exodus of Americans from Madera to Paso threatens border pullback
Exodists describe terror and isolation as gunmen raid near Madera pass. About 400 American men remain armed at Madera while women and children flee toward the United States following Taft warnings. Refugees recount looting and forced departure with scarce communication and ongoing threat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
Paso
Tex
Max
United States
Madera
Enrique
Bowman
Colonia Dublan
Penyton
George Snell
Austin
Elizabeth Swell
Peter
Miss Snell
Ametiem Hotel
Deed details and land lots in Lawrence and Iowa notes
A fragmented list mentions Tennessee Street parcels in Lawrence and nearby Douglas County, including lots 54 57 49 and references to Locust Street and blocks. It notes county transfers to various individuals, with numbers indicating lot sizes and prices. Also reports Iowa Taft delegates chosen in the Sixth Ninth and Eighth districts with Taft support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
el’ Streit
Lawrence
Douglas
Olf Creek
West Line
Wakardsa
Douglas County
B. Root
Enatt
Earl
Locust Street
Donglas
Couunty
George Newmbee
Stell
Tata
Ibngard
Tatesof
Taft
Ives
Iowa
Wax works showstoppers and patriotic wax figures
A South Side matron praises British wax works showing historical and literary figures. She questions American neglect of wax exhibits, noting British towns display accurate costumes faces and scenes. She highlights M. Tuscaud’s London wax works as among the most complete with thousands of lifelike figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Lincoln
South Side
Isles
Great Britain
Tusgaud
London
Sage Tea and Wyeth Remedy for Hair Health
Sage tea promised easier hair preservation and growth with grandmothers recommending sage tea. Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy advertised as a scalp tonic and color restorer touted to kill dandruff, strengthen hair, and promote growth. A 50 cent bottle offered with money back guarantee if not satisfied after a fair trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wyeth
Quit Claim Deed for Lot in Babrock’s Putargod Addition
James H. Monzs and Law rence convey a quit claim to Boma 8, Plank, for property described as 80 feet by 79 feet, lots 7 and 8, block 12, Babrock's Putargod Addition, Lawrence. The deed records a transfer of interest valued at 1 dollar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claira
James H. Monzs
Iwite
Lawrence
Babrock
Lawrenee
Amusement TERE TWINS At Rowergock Theater
Amusement note about Jos. M. Gaites production Three Twing at the Rowergock Theater, praised as exceptional in American stage history. Mentions catchy songs, lavish production, and appealing music with ticket prices listed in old formats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jos. M. Gaites
Gaites
Taft May Seek Reelection, Governor Says
Governor John K Tener, visiting Philadelphia, declares he will use influence to support Taft’s renomination and re election. He disputes Roosevelt’s third term bid, criticizing current sentiment as lukewarm and noting loyalty spread waning nationwide. He defends Taft against criticism of self government remarks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Taft
Philadelphia
John K. ‘Tener
Roosevelt
Mr. Taft
Shoul
Pee Roosevelt
Historical Bird Processing and Legal Notices From Kansas 1911
This fragment resembles an old Kansas document, detailing a bird processing method with weights and hooks, followed by a district court notice seeking a divorce for Alice Lange filed by Tange in Douglas County in 1911. It includes publicity for medical remedies and an odd ad mix about Chamberlain remedies and Alabaster Balm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court OF
Douglas
State OF
Kansas
YS ‘Tange
Ieee
Alice Lang
State of Kansas
Alice Lange
Ostcher
District Court of
Douglas Mainty
Kensey
Candidacy for sheriff in primaries highlighted
The notice profiles W. M. Cummings as a Republican candidate for sheriff in the upcoming primaries. It portrays him as a longtime resident farmer from Clinon and Kanwaka townships, a loyal party supporter with strong local influence, and predicts a strong chance of winning if nominated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dlip
Clinon
Kanwaka
Cummings
Mle
Lia
Umuings
Dust Box For Winter Use In Hen House
A reader describes a winter coop trick to control lice and keep hens warm. A dry goods box about Area feet long by Area feet wide was used, with a larger outer box placed outside and filled with fresh horse manure. The inner box rests inside and is topped with sifted coal ashes and tobacco stem powder. Fresh horse manure is added two or three times during winter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wes
Salt in the Poultry Food Readiness for Winter Salt
The article argues that despite belief that salt should never be used in poultry feed, all living beings need some salt. It notes chickens in winter require salted mashes and boiled vegetables for health and productivity, contrasting with summer grazing. The text contains garbled OCR errors and stray names.
Special House Wiring Offer At Wolf's Book Store
The ad promises a free Electric Toaster worth 3.75 with home wiring done before March 25. It teases crisp toast at breakfast and links the offer to D. BR. Greenlees at Wolf's Book Store. A stray line reflects social musings on marriage and aging.
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Mational Biscurt ‘Company
Pearson
Amerine
Child
Lee
Farmer’s Sons
Cron
Paki
Eocaehnera
Gaara Ier Inc
Kansan City
Ato
Latta
Te “Tite Ke Fairbank Company, Chica ‘Makers
Tennessee Street
Leonards
Caer
England
Taggart
Clark
Kansas City
Joseph ‘Taggart
Champ
Kirk Prather
Tamcart
Wyandotte
Ransay City
Prather
Democratic Central Committee
NP Wan
Phe Lawrence Yen
ROW
Triling
Plaintiff
Altest
C. J. Moss
Moattan L
O. P. Barber & Son
Chan
Berlain
Timne
Chamberlain
Shiek
MNFO
Oriien Ave
Chicago
Clinton
Cummmings
Mihigs
Abe
Green- Tees
Wolt
Kodak
Woodward
Fin Rereenlees
Wables Beok
Sadige
Coualdan
Deludig
Europe
Simost
Atlantic
W. J. Cummings
Oman
Ance
D. BR. Greenlees
Wolf's Book Store
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