Missionaries Escape Tales From China Raidorde
A San Francisco report recounts missionaries escaping bandits and rebels in China during their flight from Sze Wun to Chungking. The narrative details clashes with outlaws, a river crossing, aid from gunboats, and the group’s perilous voyage, including names of missionaries and observers and the harsh conditions faced.
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San
Mar
Jay Ature
Suissiomaries
San Francisco
Est
Mmerdentis
Abe Sul Moa
P Mendenhall
Ite
Ma Gaines
Newco
Mra HG
Wyiter Ant
Mey
HF Grovsterk
Alea
New Activity at Knights Ferry Recalls Fame of Old Days
The Oakdale correspondent revisits Knights Ferry and its role in the 1848 mining rush. Captain Knight and a ferry served miners to Sonora and Columbia, with mules and wagons carrying supplies and ore to mint. General Grant once visited, leaving a pane scratched with his name in the Dent home. the pane later broke. The valley’s sights include the old hotel and the 1854 courthouse when the first wheat mill operated for San Joaquin and Merced counties, with orange farming later taking root under Kasner and local growers.
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Oakdale
Knights Ferry
Oakdale Gud
San Josuain
Hlure
Ie Eneres
Pondent
Cama
Captain Knight
Senora
Columbia
Mesico
Unite
Grant
Jlohn Dent
Walle
Dents
Grynt
Ufe
Stauislaus
Gud Bradevick
Fainers
San Joaquin
Moreen
Waka Power
Knight
Perry
Elviate Beiight
Los Angeles
Storkmen
Sin Inaquin
Sierras
Nevada
Haights Perry
Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy Boosts Noted Reputation
A historical ad extols Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy for its wide reputation and claimed cures of coughs and colds. The brief warns of extensive sales and public notice, reflecting period advertising rhetoric and focus on efficacy claims.
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Chamberlain
Fragmentary historical note on Joagiin plains and Valere streams
The passage references the semi arid Joagiin plain region and Valere washed gold from gravel in streams. It notes a historical period from 1801 to 1805 and hints at preservation efforts during that era.
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Usis
Valere
Benicia Judge Recall Prompts Political Factions
Fragmented report describes the recall push in Benicia led by W. Wa Crooks and backed by some lawyers and figures including ex judge KL D Ahega. It notes Crooks aims to sway public opinion via a petition and mentions a contested election involving C. J. Steven and the general election context. Potentially influential ties are implied to a Kentucky residency and a connection to a Belige position.
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Benicia
Prine
Biean
C. J. Steven
Exsdustice Kld
Ahega
Glleetlon
Croat
Batker
Geography Study Begins in Elementary Class
Visiting Miss Hulls sixth grade class at Neediey Elementary School, Superintendent Trudeau of Fresny county notes a novel scheme combining geography with composition. Letters exchanged with principals outline soil conditions and cultivation hints, while a large United States map in the room displays samples of products taped beside each state.
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Nn Hall
Neediey
Trudeau
Fresny County
Unite Wethal
Mnils
Juldiess
Yeaulyets
Miss Hull
Pondence
Reeciey
Eta Roont
Old Gt Bayo Whiskey-Not Raw Cige Whiskey
A fragmented note mentions whiskey and tasting memories with phrases about fuel and pleasant recollections, reflecting a nostalgic or cataloging impulse. Names, places, or concrete details are not clear, but the snippet centers on drink and reminiscence rather than a full event.
Hills Honey and Tar Patent Remedy Ad
An early advertisement promotes Hills Honey and Tar sold by L. P. Player. The copy claims instant relief for head issues and a range of ailments including coughs colds and headaches.
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Hills
L. P. Player
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Powell St
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San Francisco, Cal
Ian
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Chester W’. Kelley
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Modesto Paint & Wall Paper
J. C. Larson
Chas
Daunt, Optician
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Empire
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Southern Pacific Atlantic Steamship Lines
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J Street
Fresno
Lemme OS
China
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Aisuui
Fang
Dames Nave
Gsomrenves
Cherny
Greeauerey Itl
Brvidita
Chunphing
Chungking
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Spoi
Lin
Pentera
Roogers
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Utice
California
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Bor Balin
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Cal
Fletcher
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SSS
Castorin Renee Ene Kemreterecencenne Nny Ms
Castoria
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Ditt Street
Max Maritzem
Vunpiea Olyere Agency
Valier Weer
Modesto Creamery
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Modesto
Lowell Gum
Coe
ANT
Lloyd R. ‘Taylor Carver
Kinsy Mat’s Law
Baste
Paty
Kamiory
Walter Try
Jarvis
AL Woolsey
Chark & Kepford
Lt. A. Hall
Rufe Moor's Corner
Grows Landing Road
Modaslo
IL. A. Hall
Poland
J. R. Miles
J. H. Corley
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