Marble Hill Press and the Curious 19th Century Gazette
A garbled 19th century column from Marble Hill Press features social curiosities and spoofed notices. It touches on politics, science, fashion, a New York hobble skirt, a dog in a joke, a philatelic joke about boy stamps, and the Moroccan question. The piece wades through odd anecdotes about theater, advertising, an onion pocket tip, and a grasp of contemporary urban life in New York and Boston. It mentions Doves restrictions in Texas and bird protection context. It ends noting a minister-turned-coal man in pursuit of missionary work.
Turks Evacuate Tripoli as Warships Open Fire
Turkish forces begin evacuation of Tripoli amid naval bombardment as troops withdraw from the port area. Conflict escalates with ships firing on the harbor, forcing civilians to flee and authorities to declare heightened security.
Turco Italian War News Amid Turmoil and Evacuation
Reports from widespread fronts describe Germany and Austria angry over the Prevesa affair and threatening humiliation while Turkish and Italian forces engage near Tripoli. Bombardments are described as brief with limited shellfire and uncertain outcomes as diplomacy and appeals unfold amid mounting tensions.
Nies Mich Three Hours of Canter Riddled Tale
An unclear OCR fragment hints at a local narrative involving names such as George and Kimmel, with disrupted phrases about a claimant, a mother or brother, and a time reference. The garbled text references a man and canine terms, but the exact event, persons, and location remain ambiguous.
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Ice PhD
Mae
George
Kimne
Mere
Kimmel
Mrs Harriman Varese Gilt and Roosevelt Hexpira Debate
The fragment mentions Mrs Harriman Varese Gilt in New York City and Mrs Ei Ho Parriman, with references to the Roosevelt era and a future focus on cancer research. The text is garbled but signals a discussion tied to cancer research efforts and notable figures of the era.
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New York City
Ei Ho Parriman
Roosevelt
Gold Shipment Seized From United States Office
A New York report states a shipment of gold marked as PS ode was taken from the United States post office for shipment aboard by Lazard Freres, a French banking house. The details of the transaction were not disclosed but are believed to have bearing on the state of affairs in Italy and Turkey.
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New York
Lazand Freres
Turkey
Te Cuetomers
Ladeline
Flages
Flagg
Willine
Parole Pleas Heard in Leavenworth Hearing
Federal parole applications were halted including that of John H K Walsh. The Federal Board departs for Allan then to Washington. Chairman Law will carry the board report of the hearings to the Attorney General for submission.
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Leavenworth
Kas
John HK. Walsh
Federal Board
Atlin
Washington
Robbers Dynamite Hill City Post Office Safe
Postmaster W. C. Hartman found the Hill City Tennessee post office safe wrecked by dynamite. Robbers secured 174 dollars in cash and 3500 dollars in stamps while neighbors did not hear the explosion.
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Hill City
Tenn
W. C. Hartman
Widow of Parson Brownlow Turns 92 in Knoxville
Mrs William Brownlow, widow of the Civil War era figure Parson Brownlow, observed her ninety second birthday in Knoxville Tennessee with a reception and dinner hosted at her son’s home.
Aldermen Refuse Resignations to AG Demand
City aldermen decline to resign despite attorney general requests to bridge gaps between the city council and Nagorese. Mrs. Ella Wilson is mentioned in relation to the dispute as background context.
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Hurnevel
Kas
Learring
Nagorese
Ella Wlisop
SINKS TURKISH WARSHIP GET RICH QUICK MEN HELD
Ottoman Commander refuses surrender as Garibaldi and supporting squadron approach Tripoli harbor. A lander's party seizes the shore, demanding capitulation from the Turkish garrison. Turkish commander says no. World war tension rises as Tripoli operations unfold and Italian forces press. In New York, a federal grand jury probes a mail fraud scheme involving Flagg and associates, with charges of deception and impropriety.
25.000 Shopmen Strike Chienen
Reports from all principal points indicate a large shopmen strike imminent on the Marriman line. Strikes are said to involve Ete Caper to strike and deserters. some strike breakers have been installed in several elite locations. Railroads plan to counter the action and are reportedly recruiting strikebreakers.
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Chienen
Marriman
Lancer
SLAIN MAN MINUS A HAND NEAR KANAE CITY
Authorities in Wyandotte County investigate a grisly murder ten miles west of Kansas City. A naked male body was found in a corral with a severed right hand, no clothing, and a woman’s shoe fragments nearby, suggesting a brutal crime scene and ongoing inquiries.
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Kaneae
Kansat
Wyandotte County
Bullet stopping merchant and dentist clash over insult
A merchant known as Stimpson reportedly caught a mouthful of a bullet fired about ten feet away, expelled it to prove a point, and escaped unharmed though his fake teeth were damaged. A dentist mounted a challenge claiming an insult to his tribe, provoking a tense confrontation with three men including John Quinn, a railroad station agent, amid mounting tempers.
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Fiornien
Stimpson
Simpson
John Quinn
Simeon
Appointment of Bakhmetef as Russian ambassador to US
St Petersburg reports the gazette notice appointing George Bakhmetef as Russian ambassador to the United States to succeed Baron Hosen.
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St Petersburg
Russia
George Bakhmetef
United States
Baron Hosen
Rat kills 75000 in Seattle plague scare report
Seattle health department reports a single bubonic plague infection in 15 months amid sightings blamed on rat populations. A downtown rat captured recently is cited in the warning, underscoring ongoing urban health concerns.
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Seattle
Nomination Fight Narrowed in Mexico Governor Ballot
Las Vegas New Mexico Republican state convention nominated Hoim Bersum of Sorroco for governor of the new state of Mexico. On the first ballot he led with 255 votes to 76 for Secundine Romero, signaling a tight contest ahead.
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Las Vegas
N. M
Gov F oss Renominated Amid Confusing Ballot Report
Raw and garbled OCR details show references to governor renominations and a jumble of names and numbers. The piece mentions Foss, a list of associates or opponents, and totals that appear as precinct or vote tallies yet are incomprehensible due to transcription errors.
Charles Maurice Jaron Howard Named Duke de Sagan Heir to Prussia
In Berlin Germany Royal Pend 3 Curia certifies Charles Maurice Jaron Howard as Duke de Sagan and heir to the Prussian title. Count von Kanit2 is appointed Vice Master of Ceremonies. The Princess de Sagan is Anna Gould.
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Berlin
Germany
Charles Maurice Jaron Howard
Helle de Sagan
Duke de Sagan
Count von
Injunction Against Strikers in New Orleans
In New Orleans Louisiana attorneys for the Missouri Central railroad obtained a temporary restraining order from Federal Judge Rufus to Foster. The order bars two hundred eighty onion clerks on strike and the clerks organization officers from posting pickets or interfering with the railroad company’s business.
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New Orleans
Milaole Central Railroad
State's Attorney House Guarded in New Jersey Plot
State's Attorney Edmond Burke learns of a dynamite plot targeting his residence and that of his associate Wilbur F. Galeener. The threat follows the prosecution of several men currently under arrest on arson charges.
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Springeld
Edmond Burke
Wilbur F. Galeener
Indecent Publication Trial Postponed in Los Angeles
Gen Harrison Goffe and associates face an indefinitely postponed trial in Los Angeles on charges related to publishing indecent material in the Times during the Beattie trial. The case centers on alleged improprieties in reporting and editorial actions tied to the newspaper.
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Los Angeles
Cal
Harrison Goffe
Los Angeles Times
Times
Beattie
Berlin Captain Engelhardt Falls During Aviation Program
Berlin aviation scene records Captain Engelhardt a pioneer German aviator who fell during a program at Johnalethal Field Engelhardt, renowned as a leading aviation authority in Germany, is reported with tragic fatal results in the course of the test.
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Berlin
Englehardt
Johnalethal Field
Engelhardt
Germany
Five Hurt Fatally in Madison Avenue Street Car Crash
Memphis residents Henry Schulte T W Gobel James Williams and W am Smith were fatally injured when a Madison avenue street car collided with a wagon. F Dennelly of Sardie Miss also injured fatally in the crash.
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Memphis
Tena
Henry Schulte
T .W. Gobel
James Williams
Wam Smith
F. Dennelly
Sardie, Miss
Madison Avenue
Five in Family Die in Railroad Foreman’s Home Explosion
A catastrophic blast at the home of Ving Ven Dever, a foreman for the High Mour railroad, killed five family members and severely injured others. The blast ripped through the residence, destroyed the barn, and sent bodies and debris into nearby streets. neighbors and authorities describe a grim scene as investigators search for the cause while the surviving relatives await word.
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Mitchell
Perros
Ving Ven Dever
High Mour Railroad
van Dever
Tobacco trust split shatters New York market control
Fragmentary text outlines a plan to divide a tobacco trust among major players including Lorillard and partner firms. The passage mentions regulatory mandates and a proposed payment or dividend structure, with references to Per cent and specific dollar figures, amid shifting industry alliances.
General Reyes Quits Mexico in Turbulent Times
The report notes General Reyes departing from Vera Crag after a confidential process, with telegrams and notices suggesting resignation for the country’s good. Proctor, former governor, is dead at the home. born Notemper 1880, son of the late Victor Proctor, who served as a senator and governor.
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New York
Vera Crag
Mechee
Mark
Notemper
Decatar Vroctor
Postal savings data show August 11 increase in deposits
Washington reports Teombes and half dollars on Geppelt ip the postal savings Danas of Acme. The August 11 figures indicate a rise in deposits, with $4,009,900 anticipated for September.
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Washington, D. C
Geppelt
Postal Savings
Danas
Acme
Atlanta Rejects New Charter To Modify City Governance
Atlanta, Ga. by a large majority rejected the proposed new city charter. The measure would have redefined the commission form of government and altered powers of city officials.
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Atlanta
Big Woman Receives Record Artificial Leg
Mitshure Pa reports completion of the largest artificial leg on record, measuring Sf inches in circumference, designed for Annie Shgiton who weighs 700 pounds.
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Mitshure
Itme
Annie Shgiton
Fire destroys multiple buildings in Pulaes area
A blaze swept through the Pulaes area destroying 12 business houses and two residences. Total damage estimated at several thousand dollars. Fire officials say the rapid spread prevented containment and no injuries are reported. Investigations to determine the fire’s cause are ongoing.
Persian Government Victory Report Reaches Washington
A dispatch from Minister Hyeeei at Teberen to the state department states there is no doubt the Fertian government has been victorious over the insurgents, signaling a decisive outcome in the conflict and confirming government control.
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Londen
Cheopiele
Adm
Italia
Tripoli
Tome Cave
Parda Brie
Spain
Reith
Amity
Heine Corer
Tia
Washington, D. C
State Department
Hyeeei
Teberen
Fertian
Murder in Glenwood: Frank Sheed Commits Suicide
A farmer’s wife aged about 36 was killed in her home near Hiliedaie, Glenwood. Frank Sheed, aged 40, is reported as the assailant who died by his own hand after the act, with authorities noting the incident as a domestic tragedy and suicide.
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Glenwoed
Walter Marshall
Hiliedaie
Frank Sheed
Joukousy
Central Street Mystery From Mumbled Diary Fragments
Fragmentary table of overheard names and stray phrases from a city scene. References include Mrs John Smith and Ansa Maria Wilhelmina Meitkerine, with mention of a Hired man and various households. The passage hints at a social gathering, a quarrel, and observers noting strange behavior amid a crowd.
Plan for Corre tare a ore fais Tom Caer
Fragmentary OCR text describes a trader's plan returning from market by eight, churchward Ae he sept hy, and mentions a genal turnip and various garbled phrases. No clear event, names, or dates emerge.
Fragmented OCR hints at political debate and confusion
The readable text shows garbled speech about a presidential figure, discussions of seats, and uncertain references to a leader named Mr Tatt. The fragmentary phrases suggest a heated exchange involving applause, pride, and a crowd reaction during a formal political event.
Postum Aids Sleepless Patient In Health Recovery
A reader reports dramatic relief from nervous dread and insomnia after stopping tea and coffee and starting Postum. He describes improved sleep, restored appetite, and renewed interest in daily work, noting no medicine is needed and crediting a book referenced in an Ames, Iowa brand promotion.
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Bern
Tor
Postem Co
Rattle Creek
Wick
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