Chicago adopts lifesaving air apparatus for firefighters
Chicago fire officials announced adoption of a new air supplying device resembling a helmet. Lieut. Philip Ryan tested it in smoke and reported breathing was easy for five minutes, allowing entry to rescue occupants. The device uses tubes to draw air from the helmet unit and withstands gas and fumes, marking a practical improvement over New York designs.
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Chicago
Philip Ryan
Thomas O'Connor
Halloran
First wireless voyage St Paul heralds news at sea
The 1899 St Paul voyage marked the first successful ship to shore wireless link. Marconi’s test linked New York to Needles as the St Paul neared the English coast. Transatlantic Times on board printed news at sea for 376 passengers, with proceeds to seamen’s fund.
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St Paul
New York
Southampton
Mr. Marconi
Needles
Fiood-Davis
St. Paul
North Atlantic
Transatlantic Times
W. W. Bradfield
H. H. McClure
Seamen's Fund
G. Marconi
London
Paris
the Times
The
Kimberley
Oite
Sean
Perio
Naked North Georgia mountaineer draws curious note
A sensational describe of a 61 year old man named John Costello living near Wind Sor North Carolina who reportedly sheds all clothing. The account claims exceptional strength and constant health while portraying him as nude during a visit.
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Savannah
Connie
North
Georgia
John Costelloy
Years with Coughs 70
Classic 19th century medicine ad promotes Ayer's Cherry Pectoral for coughs colds bronchitis and weak lungs. It urges readers to consult their doctor about the product and mentions pills at bedtime and gentle laxatives.
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Ayer
Inca
AFR. CO
Administratrix Adds Estate of James R Eaton
Cynthia O Eaton administrator with will annexed of Clark County Illinois deceased gives notice to file claims before the County Court of Clark at the January term meeting at the marshal court house. All debts should be paid promptly. Dated November 11 1911. Arthur Poorman attorney.
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James R. Eaton
Clark
Mlinois
Clark County
Estate of George Barnes Notice of Claims and Payment
Administrator informs Clark County Illinois court at Marshall the January term will hear all claims against the estate of George Barnes deceased. Creditors must appear and present claims. All debts to the estate should be paid promptly to the undersigned. Dated November 11, 1941. Mollie Barnes Admx. Arthur Gorman attorney.
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George Barnes
Clark
Illinois
Clark County
Marshall
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