England and South Africa News From 1900s Column
The piece contorts a mix of World War I era commentary and U S political notes. It notes England mood after Wall Street panic, praise for Moody, Ohio politics, U S China talks, Boer War tensions, and Puerto Rico elections with Republican leanings. It mentions Camara and Spanish plans to attack American coasts and candidate Snyder for Ohio speaker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cecil Rhodes
Joseph Chamrain
England
Mately
New York
Wall Street
Camara
Spain
Ministry of Marine
Manila
Philippines
United States Eastern Squadron
Watson
Spanish
The Mistletoe Bough and Norse Myth History
The article traces mistletoe from ancient lore through Norse myth. It explains its sacred associations, preferred trees including apple, hawthorn, lime, and maple, and the tale of Baldur slain by a mistletoe spear, later cured by Friga. It notes the plant’s decline as a medicinal ether and its removal from harm.
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Baldur
Friga
Heaven
Loki
Godur
Kilmer Swamp Root Promised Kidney Remedy Sample
Advert says Kilmer Swamp Root cures lame back kidney liver and bladder trouble tested in hospitals and private practice with a free sample offer by mail and book to assess kidney or bladder issues. Claims drug is non general and urges writing to Kilmer Co. for sample and address. Also touts One Minute Cough Cure as a safe immediate remedy for coughs and throat problems.
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Kilmer
Bright
Aosfne
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
NH. Wims
Genteyville
Los
Chas. W. Cupples
Rider & Snyder
Thad A running Sore Healed by Banner Salve
A testimonial from C W Senbart of Bowling Green Ohio praising Banner Salve as the greatest healing remedy. He reports relief from a running itching leg sore after using the product sold by Rider & Snyder. The ad claims instant burning and itching relief followed by a permanent cure.
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Rider & Snyder
Thad
Dean
C. W. Senbart
Moody dies at Northfield after long illness
Dwight L. Moody evangelist died at his Northfield home after a bout of overwork and long heart weakness. Family and staff witnessed his final moments as he urged his sons and son in law to continue the schools at East Northfield Mount Hermon and the Chicago Bible Institute. Burial planned near Moody family site with services next Monday afternoon at the Congregational church.
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East Northfield
Mass
Dwight L. Moody
Mr. Moody
West
Kansas City
Northfield
N. P. Wood
A. P. Pitt
Congregational Church
Moody
Trans
Wall Street decline follows year of record business
R G Dan and Co notes a historic year of business yet a severe Wall Street drop. The weekly review cites 27 percent fall in industrial stocks and double digit declines in rail and telegraph shares while overall loan volumes rise from holiday demand. Despite turmoil, the report says no systemic unsoundness across major industries and payments through principal clearing houses exceed last year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
R. G. Dan & Co
Review of Trade
Wall Street
United States
Boers May Attack Methuen at Kimberley
A dispatch from Cape Town says General Methuen’s crossing of the Modder river aims to establish search light communication with Kimberley, still believed in full rations. It notes possible Boer offensives and Methuen’s strong entrenchment, with counter moves planned if Kimberley is attacked.
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London
Kimberley
Losxpox
Grape Town
Methuen
Modder River
Multiple Local Incidents Darken Newport News and Nearby Areas
A mob of about 1000 Black residents tried to seize a prisoner from two police officers in Newport News triggering gunfire that wounded two. the incident followed the killing of a notorious Black burglar by three white men. Elsewhere Colonel Albert Shaw toured Philadelphia en route to New York to discuss pension legislation. In Chester Heights Pa a Baltimore Central Division accident killed engineer Dave McDonald and fireman Grant aul with another man fatally injured. John T Shirley of Central Pennsylvania mining circles died suddenly at a stockholders meeting. M F P Johnson, the jury commissioner known for padding, was jailed in Clearfield after capture at Marion Indiana. police chief Burt White receives a 600 dollar reward. In Hopkinsville Ky Browder Campbell, a Black man, fatally injured 16-year-old Eric Johnson over a cow dispute. In Harrisburg Pa Governor Stone granted a respite to Samuel Peter Meyers.
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Newport News
Ivo
Que
West Guester
Baltimore Central Division
Pennsylvania Railroad
Chester Heights
Dave McDonald
Grantaul
Perryville
Wiliam Daven
Johnson
Clearfield
Marion
Ind
Burt White
Weather forecast for Western PA and West Virginia today
Weather outlook shows fair conditions in Western Pennsylvania and West Virginia today with rain likely tomorrow and variable winds. Ohio remains fair today with rain in the southeast portion and rain tomorrow, accompanied by fresh southerly winds shifting to variable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
West Virginia
Ohio
Miners Entombed After Brazwell Mine Explosion
From Brownsville Pennsylvania a mine explosion at the Brazwell coal mines entombs sixty workers. One man escaped, rescue efforts halted when talking ceased. Six bodies reportedly recovered as forty remain trapped, with the boss and others overdue.
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Brownsville
Associated Pres
Brazwell
Brazwell Company
More Contests in Kentucky Races Split GOP and Dems
Kentucky Republicans and Democrats clash over vacancies created by resignations. The state election commission met and is expected to name John A. Fulton to Pryor’s seat. Fulton’s election may prompt further resignations and challenges, with Republicans arguing the governor should appoint.
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Frankfoft
Associated Press
State Election Commission
Pryor
John A. Fulton
Enlis
Fulton
Poynty
Taylor
Roberts Starts for Africa at Waterloo Amid cheers
Field Marshal Lord Roberts began his return to South Africa with a remarkable send off at Waterloo station. Notables including the Prince of Wales, Dukes of Cambridge and Connaught, Lord Wolseley, and Mr Balfour joined the crowds to bid him farewell as he prepared for the campaign.
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Loxpon
Associated Press
Lord Roberts
Waterloo
South Africa
Prince of Wales
Dukes of Cambridge
Connaught
Lord Wolseley
Mr. Balfour
Wall Street Gains on London Market Relief
In New York on December 23, the stock exchange showed great relief as London’s unexpectedly favorable market prompted early covering by yesterday’s sellers. Sugar rose five points amid the broad advances.
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New York
Associated Press
Stock Exchange
London Stock Exchange
London
Aguinaldo forces suffer hardships as march weariness grows
A report from Bascomboug via Colonel Wilder to Vigan says Aguinaldo's party has crossed the mountains heading south. The expedition is exhausted, and Aguinaldo's wife died in a village near Rascomboug due to the long march.
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Associated | Press
Wilder
Bascomboug
Vigan
Aguinaldo
Rascomboug
Dover Professor Narrowly Escapes Train at Station
Prof. Van Burkalow of Dickinson College narrowly escaped instant death at the P W.& B. R R station near Cartisie. He grabbed the last car railing while a train moved away, was dragged several feet, then picked up stunned with a bleeding cut on his face. He reboarded after the halt. Also, in Memphis, E D and F Thompson were sentenced to the workhouse for 11 months and 29 days for selling pauper dead bodies after a conspiracy conviction.
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Dover
Del
van Burkalow
Dickinson College
Cartisie
E. D
F Thompson
Cooper
Infant Francis Harmon Dies at Newman
Francis Harmon infant son of Mr and Mrs James Harmon of Newman died Thursday evening in a brief obituary notice noting the family’s residence.
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Francis Harmon
James Harmon
Newman
Backache relief claim from Massillon user Doan's Kidney Pills
A Massillon resident Mrs. Curtis describes severe back and kidney pain easing after using Doan's Kidney Pills from Baltzly's drug store. She reports lasting improvement and urges others to try the remedy, noting a 40 cent price and Foster-Milburn Co. as national agents.
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Massillon
Wm. Curtis
Phim Street
Tn Baltzly
Dean
Foster-Milburn Co
Butta
Beaver Dam Mother Credits Foley Kidney Cure
A letter from Mrs J M Bailey of Peoria Illinois endorses Foley's Kidney Cure after four doctors failed to help her daughter who was given up as lost. She now walks miles without fatigue and credits the medicine alongside recommendations from Rider & Snyder. A separate note warns against counterfeit De Witt's Witch Hazel Salve praised by Chas W Cupples and Rider & Snyder.
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Beaver Dam
Foley
J. M. Bailey
Rider & Snyder
J.B. Glark
Peora, Ill
de Witt
Chas. W. Cupples
J. Sheer
Sedalia
How to Prevent a Cold and Digestive Aid Claims
An ad touts Foley's Honey and Tar as a preventative for colds and pneumonia after exposure or onset. Rider and Snyder promote Kodol Dyspepsia Cure for indigestion relief, claiming it digests food and cures sour stomach and heartburn after a dyspepsia history.
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Foley
Rider & Snyder
Jand
Chas. W. Cupples
der & Snyder
Dont Risk Your Life With Cold Dangers And Coughs
Urges attention to simple cold or cough to avoid pneumonia or consumption. Promotes Foley's Honey and Tar as safe relief and cites the claim of immediate help for throat and lung troubles. Mentions Dr Wood's Norway Pine Syrup and Burdock Blood Bitters as stomach and digestion aids. Includes ad for men’s satin calf shoes priced at $1.00 at H H Pille’s in the Opera Block.
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Foley
Dw Snyder
Dr. Wood
H. H. Pille
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