Woman revived after apparent death in New Britain case
Mrs. McNulty, about 60, was pronounced dead after a long unconscious spell. Dr. Mulligan used electric currents, revived her after seventy minutes, and she described a distant peaceful realm lit by a peculiar light. She recalled seeing deceased relatives and spoke of a blissful place.
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New Britain
Conn
William McNalty
Thomas Mulligan
Mulligan
Tamlle
Dr. Mulligan
Ifeless
Kinoag
Trey
Woman kills mad dog in porch scuffle history
Mrs Mary Forrester choked a 460 pound shepherd mad dog to death during a ten minute struggle on the porch after the dog attacked her and neighbor Miss Mamie Ditto. The obese pet pressed against her skirt and fought back as onlookers watched the fatal fight end with the dog collapsing.
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Mary i
Forrester
Mamie Ditto
Alabama Gun Law Short Pistols Two Feet Long
A new Alabama law effective July 1 prohibits carrying or selling pistols under two feet in length. The measure targets concealable firearms and aims to curb short pistol access.
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Alabama
Angry crowd strips fake "Lady Danger" in Nantucket tent riot
A Nantucket tent show unraveled into a riot when a male performer posing as a lady dancer wore a pink negligee and failed to satisfy the crowd. The audience stripped the performer, toppled the tent, and the crew used force to restore order as the dancer fought back in men’s clothing.
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Lady Danger
Nantucket
Poaters
Anen
Monster Tom Cat Attacks Mount Kisco Farmer in Owl Woods
Frank Sands, an aged Mount Kisco farmer, fought a 23 pound feral tom cat that had been raiding his poultry for weeks. The eight foot leap and bites tore flesh from his left arm, but he stunned the animal and a farm hand killed it with an axe. Sands was taken home in shock and blood loss, with witnesses noting the beast had terrorized nearby yards for months.
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Greenwich
Frank Sands
Mount Kisco
N. Y
Sands
Mr. Sands
Ball of Fire Strikes Flood House in Traverse City
A giant ball of fire dropped into the parlor as Mrs Willard Flood and relatives sat inside. Lightning struck the front of the house, the bolt entered the room and exited through the kitchen roof. The occupants were paralyzed for about two minutes but none were hurt.
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Traverse City
Mich
Big Guns Aboard US Warships Commanded by Crew Duties
A visitor explores a modern battleship turret and learns how gun crews coordinate. The article describes roles from loaders to officers, the sequence from stand by to load, powder handling, and shell movement. It notes the dramatic firing range, shell trajectories, and the superiority of 10, 12, and 13 inch guns, with references to the Indiana and Illinois ships and their armament.
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Washington
Siven
Byers
Degin
Indiana
Santiago
Woman Pilot Graces Inland River Excursion Vessel
Mrs. Hose HB Watkins of La Salle County Illinois has been licensed as pilot and master of a steamer on inland waters. She guides the excursion boat George S Watkins along the Illinois river with calm skill, becoming a familiar figure to river passengers. Inspectors previously questioned the authority to issue such licenses but praised her knowledge and permitted the license. Watkins, born on the banks of the Illinois, taught school, married Capt Watkins, and joined the excursion business, proving a capable pilot.
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Bloomington
Hose HB. Watkins
la Salle County
Séaton i S
Watkins
Withais
Peek
Mansfield
Imols
George
Iinole
Warm Weather Salads From The Woman's Home Companion
A set of summer salad ideas with peppers tomatoes and cucumbers. Techniques include stuffing green peppers with chicken or lobster salad and filling hollowed tomatoes with cucumber or tomato dices. Cucumbers are prepared into ribbons and boats with shrimp and mayonnaise or dressing. Serve on lettuce with garnishes for light meals.
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Christine Terhune Herrick
Cleaning Flower Vases With Tea and Vinegar Stains
A housewife faces green brown vase stains from summer flowers on crystal china and silver. Recommends placing tea leaves and vinegar in vase, shaking to remove marks, then using a small stick for crevices. If stains persist add fresh vinegar and repeat until clear.
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Meshwalter
Nut
Blacksmith Williams Emerges as Texas Governor Hopeful
Dallas candidate R. Willis of Cumby seeks Democratic nomination for governor against Thomas Campbell. A Blacksmith and lawyer, he has served as justice of the peace by appointment. His campaign relies on organization, front porch style tours, and internal party support.
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Dallas Tex
R. We. Willis
Cumby, Tex
Ernor
Thomas MM. Campbell
Williams
Willams
Fety
Nou
Campbell
Texas
Wik Jigzus
Ginger Creams and Light Lunch Guidance
Ginger creams are prepared by beating thick double cream with confectioners sugar, stirring in drained preserved ginger syrup, freezing to stiffen, then folding in chopped preserved ginger. Mold, decorate with caramel, fondant, and frozen cream, chill with ice and salt, then serve with whipped cream stars. For a light nourishing lunch, suggest uncooked breakfast foods, cold boiled pasta with peaches, baked apples with cream, milk or ep phosphate to stave hunger, and sandwiches with fruit.
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Aegiel
Onion Pie From Onion Pit Instructions
A historical recipe describes slicing onions to fill a pie tin lined with a paste, then heating with bits of fat and salt and pepper. An egg beaten with sweet milk is poured to cover the onions. Bake in a moderate oven about thirty minutes until done. Top with fat pork and butter as desired.
Refreshing Salad With Pineapple and Orange
A summer salad combines pineapple and orange to yield a bright tang. Pineapple is cut into quarter inch cubes while oranges are sectioned, peeled, and halved to create a fresh, citrusy dish.
When Making Jellies With Rose Geranium Leaves
Instructions suggest adding washed rose geranium leaves to jelly during beading to impart a delicate flavor. Crab apple jelly especially benefits from this addition, enhancing aroma and taste in a brief infusion.
Met On His Own Ground at Republican Convention
Congressman Langworth spoke in Chicago about honest politics and the difference between promising and performing. Lurgan canvassed for votes, visiting a grocer who pledged support to Langworth’s rival, highlighting the clash between rhetoric and action in politics.
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Langworth
Stadinger
Chicago
Lurgan
Glaeinnau
Eczema Sufferer Recovers After Cuticura Use
Mrs. David Brown of Locke ATK recounts a two year battle with eczema on her ankles. After ineffective doctors and various remedies, she found relief using Cuticura Soap Ointment and Pills three times, sleeping through the night for the first time in months and seeing her ankles heal quickly. She reports no recurrence in the year since beginning Cuticura.
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David Brown
Locke
ATK
Sing Birdie Dont Miss Yelem and Race Trickery
A fragmented discourse references Miss Yelem and a professor as well as a discussion of race fixing in New York racing. Albany legislators recount Gloucester jockey boasts and alleged race manipulation as a cautionary tale about training, honesty, and the role of ordinary qualities in success.
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Yelem
Folker
Albans
New York
Albany
Gloucester
General Demand for a Simple Laxative Remedy
The Well-Informed World seeks a pleasant and efficient liquid laxative of known value. California Fig Syrup Co offers Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna, marketed as ethical and gentle yet prompt. Buy the genuine product from California Fig Syrup Co for 50 cent bottles at leading druggists.
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California Fig Syrup Co
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