Dowie’s Zion City Receivers Appointed In Federal Action
Federal courts seized Dowie property in Zion City Illinois appointing Fred M Blount and Albert Currier as receivers after creditors pressed Dowie. The case cites insolvent conditions and a $3770 preferred payment to E Streeter Lumber. Zion City founded by Dowie hosts his church with assets estimated at 20 to 30 million dollars.
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Chicago
John Alexander Dowie
Elijah III
New York
Dowie
Zion City
Ill
Fred M. Blount
Chicago National Bank
Albert Currier
Boutelle
Sohlsaat
United States District Court
E. Streeter Lumber Company
Christian Catholic Church
Stevenson
Lake County
Tabernacle
God
Zion
Bankrupt Petition Placed Against Dowie in Chicago
Three creditors seek John Alexander Dowie declared bankrupt, claiming $1169 owed and alleging insolvency with preferential payments. Judge Kohlsart delays receiver appointment until Dowie is served, with next hearing set for tomorrow. In Zion City deposits face 30 day withdrawal rule after a surge of recent large withdrawals.
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Chicago
John Alexander Dowie
Dowie
Kohlsart
Dowie Bank
Zion City
Ills
Chilean Warships On Trial Trips
Glasgow reports the battleship Libertad built for Chile left the Clyde for a 48 hours steaming trial to test her guns. Admiral Simpgon of the Chilean navy was aboard and discussed no negotiations with Russia, though Russia is expected to decide on the Libertad purchase after trials.
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Glasgow
Libertad
Clyde
Chile
Russia
Simpgon
Sister Sets Fatal Blow in Glens Falls Quarrel
In Glens Falls, New York, on December 1, Mrs Emma Miller was shot and perhaps fatally punched at her home by her sister Mary Montgomery after a quarrel as Mrs Miller was leaving. The bullet hit her right arm and shoulder.
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Glens Falls
N. Y
Emma Miller
Mary Montgomery
Hall's Catarrh Cure Ad and Endorsement
A vintage advertisement offers one hundred dollars reward for an uncured catarrh case by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Endorsed by Walding Kinnan and Marvin of Toledo as trustworthy and able to fulfill commitments. Claims internal use cures blood and mucous surfaces. Includes price, testimonial offer, and mention of Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
Walding, Kinnan & Marvin
All Drugeists
Elections Held in Seven Massachusetts Cities Republican Gains Noted
Massachusetts municipal elections show Republican gains in seven cities with four mayoralties captured. In New Bedford Charles S. Ashley was reelected to a tenth term with 4434 votes to Spinnett 1440 and write-ins. independents gathered limited support. City officials statewide reflect Ashley dominance as aldermen and council align with his party.
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Boston
Massachusetts
Pittsfield
New Bedford
Charles S. Ashley
Joseph F. Spinnett
Samuel E. Bently
Ashley
Spinnett
Henry P. Jenny
Louis Z. Normandin
Thomas Thompson
Charles H. Lawton
George C. Hedge
John Hannigan
Ashley Party
Thompson
William F. Bannon
Horace Wood
Common Council
Bryant Wins Third Term in Quincy Victory Sweep
Quincy voters re-elected Charles M. Bryant Republican to a third term by 295 over Democrat George H. Wilson. Bryant 20,155. Wilson 1,860. Charles H. Sargent 1,385. Republicans swept council with 20 seats, Democrats 3. License majority set record 2,734 to 1,179.
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Quincy
Charles M. Bryant
Rep
George H. Wilson
Bryant
Wilson
Charles H. Sargent
Pittsfield Election Keeps Republicans Dominant in City Hall
In Pittsfield on December 1 Republicans swept the mayoral race and all fourteen council races. Mayor Harry D. Sisson was re elected with 2633 votes, Democrat Joseph A Langlois earned 1849, and Socialist Benjamin Clow 75. Democrats won three school committee seats. City council next year will be 17 Republicans and 4 Democrats with license approved 2483 Yes to 1955 No.
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Pittsfield
Harry D. Sisson
Joseph A. Langlois
Benjamin Clow
Middlesex
Jonathan Fox
Dracut
Leroy C. Hall
Iowell
Lowell
Tramp and Lady Speak in Illustrated Papers About War
In a dialogue from an illustrated period piece a tramp renounces help for a lady claiming she flees from the Spanish War. The exchange hints at wartime themes and the role of such depictions in illustrated papers. The scene reflects social tensions and public perception of conflict narratives.
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Illustrated Papers
Death of famed cornetist Jules Levy in Chicago
Jules Levy, hailed as the world’s greatest cornet virtuoso, died in Chicago Friday at age 65 after illness since November 15. Born in London, he toured globally with Gilmore’s band and appeared in Lowell many times, earning wide acclaim. his life included notable marriages and a storied 19th century musical career.
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Jules Levy
Chicago
Gilmore
Lowell
Levy
England
America
Australia
London
Grenadier Guards
Dan” Godfrey
Crystal Palace
Mme. Parepa
James Fisk, Jr
Russia
P. S. Gilmore
Indiana
Minnie Conway
Osmond Tearle
Wallack
Miss Stella Corbette
Miss Stella Costa
Yachtsm an Dead
Edward M. Brown 64 former commodore of the New York Yacht Club and longtime figure in the fruit commission trade died. He joined the club in 1877 and owned many fast steam and sailing vessels.
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New York
Edward M. Brown
New York Yacht Club
Fruit Commission
Citizens Temperance party sweeps Fitchburg mayor and council
In Fitchburg elections the Citizens Temperance party defeated the Independent Citizens to elect Henry O. Sawyer mayor. The party won all aldermanic contests and nine of eighteen city council seats. Totals show Citizens 2599 versus Ind Citizens 1908 and Soc 264. nine district votes backed license rejection by 2442 to 2207.
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Fitchburg
Citizens’ Temperance Party
Independent Citizens’ Party
Henry O. Sawyer
Lawyer
Citizens’ Temperance
Blood
Ind. Cit
Dockendorf
Soc
Edity
Marlboro elects F. R. Mildon mayor in close race
Former Alderman F R Mildon Democrat and Independent Republican won Marlboro’s mayoral race by a 257 plurality over Walter P Morse, capturing 1505 votes to Morse 1248. The council will include six Republicans three Democrats and three incumbents. License vote stood Yes 1572 No 1181.
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Marlboro
F. R
Mildon
Walter P. Morse
Morse
Harvey elected mayor in Waltham by 620 vote margin
John L. Harvey, Republican, won the Waltham mayoralty with 2316 votes to Democrat Martin Carney’s 1696, a plurality of 620. Republicans captured 17 aldermen to Democrats 4, with license vote No 2287, Yes 1734.
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Waltham
John L. Harvey
Martin Carney
Harvey
Carney
Hallett Wins Third Term as Northampton Mayor
Northampton voters reelect Henry C. Hallett Republican for a third term over Democrat Seth S. Warner by 1412 to 1176. City approves license measure 1420 to 1085. Incoming common council shifts to 12 Republicans and 9 Democrats, GOP gains two.
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Northampton
Henry C. Hallett
Seth S. Warner
Hallett
Bleeding finger threats from Telluride target General Bell
A chilling note wrapped around a severed finger was sent to Adjutant General Sherman M. Bell in Denver. The letter, claiming a missing Telluride man, demanded withdrawal of troops or the recipient would receive more body parts. The sender warned against pursuit, calling Bell a "tin soldier" and vowing further violence.
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Denver
Colo
Sherman M. Bell
Telluride
Bell
Felliwides
Pillsbury Wins 53 Of 68 Chess Games In Simuls
Providence report records Pillsbury defeating all thirteen opponents in a two day simultaneous session ending with 68 games played 53 won 1 lost and four drawn.
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Providence
R. I
Pillsbury
Easil
Mr. Pillsbury
Rhode Island Rhodes Scholar Committee Named
Providence December 1 The Brown university president announces the Rhode Island Rhodes scholar selection committee comprising Professors Winslow Upton J Irving Manatt and Alexander Meiklejohn with Providence men Charles E Dennis Frank E Thompson and Herbert W L UlI of Newport as members.
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Providence
R. I
Rhode Island
W. H. P. Faunce
Brown University
Winslow Upton
J. Irving Manatt
Alexander Meiklejohn
Charles E. Dennis
Frank E. Thompson
Herbert W. L. Uli
Newport
Lakewood Opens for Early Fall Season at Oct 1
As summer passes, families seek a healthful winter base and Lakewood stands out for October and November. The resort extends warm welcome from early fall, with golf, lake and woodlands offering sport and social life. A Lakewood booklet is available free from C. M. Burt, G. P. A. New Jersey Central.
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Lakewood
C. M. Burt
G. P
New Jersey Central
New York City
Election era cautionary shout urging Howe-Adv vote
Citizens are urged to beware slander during election time and to support Howe-Adv. The message warns against believing malign rumors from petty grievances and calls for voting for Howe-Adv.
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Howe
Adv
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