German Explorer Claims Ophir Land Found in West Africa
Dr Leo Frobenius returned to Berlin from a two year West Africa expedition alleging Ophir the source of King Solomon's wealth lay at the Niger River's edge. He presents 300 boxes of gold bronzes and ceramics as proof and says local wealth and craft attest a once high civilization. He notes native tribes avoid gold due to superstitious fears of evil spirits and is writing a book detailing the discoveries.
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Berlin
Ophir
Sheba
Solomon
Leo Frobenius
Africa
Niger River
Frobenius
Tudebaker and Flanders 20 Touring Promise Value
The copy extols a 20 series Tudebaker and Flanders Touring car highlighting size appearance workmanship materials and generous specifications. It argues the decisive factor is certainty you are not taking a chance by choosing the model and ordering for tomorrow’s delivery.
Well Known Fire Dog Rex Dies Saving Fire Crew
New York Rex the fire dog died after being crushed by a horse drawn engine while answering an alarm at engine company No 17. He served four years guarding the firehouse and aiding at blazes. Firemen buried Rex with honors as a hero.
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New York
Rex
Abolish Strait-Jackets To Punish Unruly Prisoners
James A. Johnston, new warden of Folsom prison, vows to abolish strait jackets and punish the unruly. A riot by about 400 inmates greeted his arrival as he inspected yards. He spoke privately with convicted murderer Jake Oppenheimer in a cell to hear his challenge about fair treatment.
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Sacramento
Cal
James A. Johnston
Folsom Prison
Johnston
Jake” Oppenheimer
Oppenheimer
Jake
Ella
Patrons' Cheap Skates Theatre Owner Kills Himself
A note found after George A. Dortmund’s suicide cites failed profits from a hive-cent theater, claiming losses of about 1100 dollars and criticizing “cheap executives.” The fragmentary OCR reflects a troubled business venture and a dramatic end.
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Chicago
Maitie Stricken and Henry Jason Suffer Blindness
A newspaper note describes Maitie Stricken losing sight and Henry Jason going blind during a morning incident. The report highlights sudden vision loss affecting both individuals and their daily routines.
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Maitie
Henry
Henry Jason
Cough Remedies Promoted for Children in 19th Century Ad
An vintage advertisement urges parents to prepare for winter coughs with Ayer's Cherry Pectoral and Ayer's Pills. It touts safety for children, no alcohol, and claims liver-related dullness can be remedied with these remedies as advised by a physician.
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Tomorow
Ayer
Aver
J.C. Ayer CO
Lowell
Public sale of estate realty under Clark county court order
Notice records a Clark county Illinois petition by Wm. T. Hollenbeck as executor to sell real estate of Albert Arbogast deceased to pay debts. Describes parcels in sections 22 and 13 plus specific lots in Hector Dulaney subdivision, with sale set August 31 1912 at Marshall courthouse. Also covers guardianship sale of minor heirs’ undivided one-eighth interest in blocks 1 and 6 of William Hollenbeck’s Darwin addition.
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State of Illinois
Clark County
County Court
Wm. T. Hollenbeck
Albert Arbogast
Viranda Arbogast
Louisa Clapp
Enos Arbogast
Stella Dunn
Lola Hazen
Clare Arbogast
Cate Arbogast
Zoa Arbogast
Zollie Arbogast
Alpha Claypool
Township
Vandalia Park
Vandalia Avenue
Hector B. Dulaney
Ari Manley
Marshall
Naois
Court House
Illinois
Wm. T. Martin Jr
Wm. T Hollenbeck
Tynan
Clark
Eaid
Old Court
A. D
John Paddock
James L. Paddock
Loren F. Paddock
Edith M. Paddock
Clement N. Paddock
Ilinois
William Hollenbeck
Darwin
Iminois
Marshall Clark County
John W Paddock
Guardian
James L Paddock
Executrix Notice in Clark County Illinois Estate
The executrix of the estate of J. N. Weaver deceased announces appearance before the Clark County Court at Marshall during the October term on the first Monday in October. Creditors are notified to attend for claim adjustment and all indebted parties to settle debts.
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J. N. Weaver
Clark
State of
Illinois
Clark County
Marshall
Notice of sale and administration in Clark county
Publication from Clark county Illinois outlines Mollie Barnes as administratrix of Geo Barnes estate seeking court order to sell Lot 1 in Block 3 Marcus L McCarty's first addition West Union to pay debts. It notes summons returnable Sept 2, 1912 and a sale of the North half of the West half of the NE quarter and other parcels on Sept 14, 1912 with terms including mortgage security and payment in installments.
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Ilinois
Clark County
Mollie Barnes
Geo. Barnes
John Barnes
Wiliam Barnes
Grace Pearl Barnes
William Barnes
George Barnes
Marcus L. McCarty
West Union
Court House
Marshall
Illinois
Holden
Bill
Marshall, Sr
Wm. T. Martin, Jr
Davison & Bartlett
Arthur _ Poorman
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Leo Frobentus
Tudebaker
Flanders
Ewsade
Pelephone
Studebaker
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Studebaker Corporation
de Wh Tym
California
Gus Ee
County Court of
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B. F
A. Dey
Tilinidis
Charles
Fitzgarrald
Til Bois
Tevi
Mn Mor Oney
Fromeaas Pers
Guesers
Jae Graham
Papel
Saint yeAnd
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