Miss Toppan Indicted by the Grand Jury
In Barnstable a Worcester or Lowell woman Miss Jane Toppan stood in the superior court and heard grand jury indictments accusing her of murdering three patients she nursed. The charges allege death by poisonous drugs or poison in Catalumet and Chicago cases. She pleaded not guilty as officials prepare for a spring trial with substantial evidence presented, including chemical analyses showing morphine and atropine.
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Barnstable
Jane Toppan
Lowell
Superior Court
Mary D. Gibbs
A. P. Davis
Cataumet
Genevieve A. Gordon
Chicago
Gibbs
Mason
Miss Toppan
Cape Cod
E. S. Wood
Harvard University
Beulah Jacobs
Mr. Brigham
Benjamin Waters
Wareham
Resolutions Spark AFL Convention in Scranton
Nearly one hundred resolutions were presented at the AFL sessions in Scranton as Edward F. McSweeney spoke on immigration. Highlights urged Chinese exclusion, independent political action, and amending the Geary act while proposing a defense fund and broader labor rights.
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Scranton
American Federation of Labor
Edward F. McSweeney
Port of New York
Wu ‘Ting Fang
Federation of Labor
Roosevelt
Congress
Dietrich
Washington, D. C
Wu Ting Fang
United States
District of Columbia
Newberry Street Tragedy Claims Local Leader
A Newberry despatch reports the death of J. B. Easterling, a prominent Gainesville resident, who was killed by H. Johnson, another white citizen, in a street tragedy this evening.
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Gainesville
Fla
Newberry
J. B. Easterling
H. Johnson
Troops Deployed in Alabama Riot After Mob Killings
Andalusia Alabama December 6 Governor dispatched troops to aid Sheriff Bradshaw guarding a jailed riot suspects. Martial law declared as fear of mob attack grows in Opp with three Negroes killed by a citizen posse for alleged riot involvement.
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Andalusia
Ala
Bradshaw
Opp
ENGLISH GOLD Subscribes 21 Million for American Railroad
Detroit reports Joseph B Moore has placed 21 million dollars of five percent 30 year gold bonds in England to fund the Gulf and Manitoba railroad from Duluth to Kansas City seven hundred miles. The Des Moines to Kansas City branch, two hundred miles, will be built at once with the remainder in spring.
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Detroit
Mich
the News Today
Joseph B. Moore
England
Gulf and Manitoba
Duluth
Kansas City
Des Moines
Sixty Five Poisoned At Wisconsin Wedding Feast
Prairie Du Lac Wisconsin December 6 sixty five guests were poisoned at a wedding feast at John Mulky's home in West Point near the city. Officials believe coffee contained poison and doctors worked for hours to save lives. Some coffee samples were sent to a chemist for testing.
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Prairie du Lac
Wis
John Mulky
West Point
Estate of George M Pullman Probate Filed in Redwood City
The will of the late George M Pullman who died November 28 is filed for probate. The estate is valued under 500000 with heirs listed as mother Mrs Hattie Pullman and wife Sarah Lander Pullman. Sarah Lander Pullman requests letters of administration.
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Redwood City
Cal
George M. Pullman
Hattie Pullman
Sarah Lander Pullman
Kindergartens in Salem Compared with Lowell
A letter to the editor argues Lowell kindergartens are pure kindergartens not primary schools and denial that they required costly nurses. It asserts both cities educate rich and poor, explains Salem rules limit age range, and praises Lowell practices adopted by education officials.
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Salem News
Common Council
Cashman
Lowell
Salem
State Board of Education
Staite Normal School
Veritas
Cure for Protruding Piles Promised by Pyramid Cure
Mrs. Wm. Kenmore of South Omaha reports a desperate battle with piles lasting years. She avoided surgery and, after using Pyramid Pile Cure, was fully cured with no recurrence. The drug is sold by all druggists at 50 cents a box. A free book on piles is mailed by Pyramid Drug Co. Marshall, Michigan.
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Wm. Kenmore
Omaha
Pyramid Drug Co
Marshail, Mich
After Baby Comes Hopeful Health Through Careful Prep
A discussion of maternal health after childbirth, stressing that strong preconception health and proper preparation for maternity reduce postnatal weakness and aid nursing. It touts Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a trusted aid, including testimonials from mothers who credit improved recovery and breast feeding, and notes the medicine is alcohol free and narcotic free.
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Dr. Pierce
Scieetasidiions
Pierce
R.V. Pierce
Plunge from Curve Claims Two Canadian Pacific Workers
A Canadian Pacific freight train derailed after a rock slide on a steep curve above the Frazer river in Vancouver. Engineer Randall and Fireman Petruff were killed when the locomotive tumbled 300 feet down the bluff. three cars wrecked, brakemen warned but unable to avert disaster.
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Vancouver
B. C
Canadian Pacific
Frazer River
Randall
Petruff
Theatres announce two today closings and Musicals
Miss Mayfiske leads an engagement closing with matinee Little Magnet and evening California. 400000 readers of Uncle Terry will soon see the characters on stage, dramatized by William Gill with Jas R Waite as Uncle Terry. Evangeline revival at Opera house features Charles Guyer as Lone Fisherman, with Dec 11 and 12 shows.
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Charles Clark Munn
Uncle Terry
William Gill
Maine
Jed Prouty
Jas. R. Waite
Terry
H. D. Grahame
Opera House
Rice
Catherine
Coughs and Colds in Children Recommendation
Chicago physician endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for obstinate coughs in children and all ages. Describes it as non narcotic and safe, a universal panacea, with Mrs. Mary R. Melendy signing the testimonial and noting availability through all druggists.
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Chicago
P Chamberlain
Mary R. Melendy
Kans City Carnival Abolished By Merchants After Poor Returns
The famous Kansas City annual carnival ends as merchants conclude the expense failed to justify the gains. They shifted to advertising by alternative methods rather than the long standing event.
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Kansas City
Savoy Home of refined vaudeville hits next week
The Savoy continues its reputation as the home of refined vaudeville. For next week Rae and tro schs bring a German comedy skit "Too Much Woman" with constant laughs. Mallory Brothers and Brooks appear as part of the attracting lineup.
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Savoy
Rae
Troschs
Booker T. Washington speaks to northern audience on race progress
Booker T. Washington, president of Tuskegee Institute, drew a large crowd at First Congregational church, delivering a forceful address on education and self sufficiency for the Negro race. He stressed practical land ownership, banking, and agricultural leadership, noting 85 percent of Gulf states’ Blacks work in farming and detailing Tuskegee’s 700 acre farm as a model for uplift.
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Southland
Booker T. Washington
Tuskegee Institute
Washington
First Congregational Church
Co. AR. Dimon
Tuskegee
Gulf States
South
Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute
Alabama
High Class Vaudeville Acts At City Theatre
A refined vaudeville lineup features Biss Brooke with harp solos, Devene and Dale in acrobatics and humor, Deaves the marionette act, impersonations of Admirals Dewey and Schley, Henri Baril performing rapid cabinet magic, and Pierce and Egbert delivering song medleys with refined visual shows.
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Biss Brooke
Devene and
Dale
Harry
Rhetta Deaves
Admirals Dewey
Schley
Savoy
Henri Baril
Canada
Baril
Whitney Opera House
Fitchburg
Pierce
Egbert
Tebbie
Miss New York Jr at Music Hall Delights Crowd
Miss New York Jr drew a large audience at Music Hall with a satisfying performance. Local favorite Prof. Larry Crane, a Lowell boy, received hearty applause for his act alongside an artistically strong company.
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New York
Burlesque Show Impresses With Strong Company
The troupe features capable singers dancers and striking beauty with a robust alio. Sir Thomas's Reception opens the burletta and leaves a solid first impression while Loop the Loop closes with continuous laughs and spark. Miss New York Jr. returns this afternoon and tonight in full, promising the road's best burlesque.
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Sir Thomas
New York, Jr
White Wool Blankets at Bargain Prices
A. G. Pollard & Co offers five cases of slightly imperfect white wool blankets. Finer large heavy pairs retailing $3.50 to $6.00 are offered at discounted prices: $1.98 for $3.50 and $4.00 blankets, $2.98 for $5.00 quality, and $3.49 for $6.00 grades.
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California
A. G. Pollard & CO
Flys Cream Balm Improves Nasal Catarrh Treatment
Two points in nasal catarrh care are clarified. The drying method is harmful, while Flys Cream Balm provides instant relief and a sure cure by cleansing diseased membranes without provoking sneezing. Price 50 cents. Sold by Ely Brothers at 56 Warren Street, New York, and by druggists.
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Ely Brothers
Warren Street
New York
Boers to settle vast Wyoming tract with beet sugar plant
A colony of Boers and Holland Dutch will settle 360000 acres in southern Wyoming and establish an irrigation system and beet sugar factory, claiming the soil is well suited for cultivation and processing.
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Wyoming
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Dred
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Tuskegee Normal Institute
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