Senator Cockrell: Luck and War Mold Missouri’s Leader
Warren Wellman profiles General Francis Marion Cockrell, Missouri senator, detailing how a fractional vote cost him the governorship, his Civil War rise, and his enduring popularity. The piece compares him to Stonewall Jackson and praises his memory for faces and names, while recounting his unorthodox military views.
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Chumo Clark
Ian Missouri
Senate
Capitol
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Fockrell
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Gore
Cockrell
Thomas E. Benton
Charles’ H. Haran
Gyrus
Hardin
Henry Watterson
Stonewall Jackson
Stonewall
Oliver
Naseby
Marston Moor
Dunbar
Francie Marion Cockrell
Jackson
Lexington
Warrensburg
Ho Ang
Confederate War Department
West Point
Federal War Office
Human Skulls as Medical Cures in Historical Remedies
The article notes medicinal uses of human skulls in ancient and quirky practices. It cites Dr. Bronor and claims skull value varies by death cause, with natural deaths yielding less potent material. It mentions executioners and felons as sources of more efficacious skulls for remedies.
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Bronor
Burglary at Chicago Flat Leaves Victim Frightened
A dawn assault and robbery occur in a Chicago apartment at 2669, as a hooded burglar pried open the door using a hidden lock. He stole near $400 in valuables including diamond jewelry and a gold watch, then threatened the sleeping occupant, Mrs Fox, with a knife and warned her to stay quiet. The intruder fled through the front door.
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J. A. Box
Charles
Chicaigo
Butghit
Mrs. Fox
New Telegraphic System Promises Rapid Transmission
A new telegraphic method claims 200 words a minute with ten wires using eight-character alphabet from which letters are formed. Alphabet reduced from 26 letters. process requires typewriter, punching apparatus, and perforated strip. May outpace Morse while simplifying code, as reported by Philadelphia record. Also promotes free trials of Dr King’s New Discovery and Otto’s Cure with samples and health guides.
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Philadelphia Record
Dr. King
H. Be, Byckson & Co
Chicago
Guide To Health
New Dyspepsia Cure Claims Michigan Wins
Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets are promoted as a breakthrough stomach remedy. The ad claims over 6,000 Michigan residents cured in 1854, with endorsements from physicians and a list of digestive benefits. It notes ingredients, ease of use, pocket size, and availability from pharmacists at 50 cents plus a free book offer.
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Harlandson
Jennison
Stuart
Stuart Co
Marshall, Mich
Farmain Central
Wisconsin
Milwaukee
Clark County
Colombia
Wis
Meriiso
B. Graves Land CO
Finb Ave
Chicago
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