Judge rules lodge words not private. slander suit settled
Judge McCarter decides that statements made in lodge rooms are not private communications. Max Miller faced a blackball over remarks by Jacob Bruenachools about his character. Miller sued for slander. case quiled and defendant paid costs in a settlement.
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McCarter Lu
Court of Common Pious
Newark
Max Miller
Knighta of Honor
Woin
Jacobd Bruenachools
Miller
Consel
McCarter
Buchu Remedy Promoted for Kidney Health
A physician touts Buchu as one of the best and surest remedies for awlings, claiming it strengthens and cleanses the kidneys. It is described as an ingredient in Hops and Malt Bitters used for kidney support.
Monument Vandalism Hurts Widow over Tyler Grave
discovery Saturday reported to the widow of President Tyler. vandals knocked off drapery on the Madonna statue at Hollywood Cemetery Hichmound Va. inscription blamed the botch on vandals. statue imported from Italy. reward of several hundred dollars offered for detection.
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President Tyler
Hollywood
Hichmound
Italy
Voltaic Belt Co Trial for Nervous Debility Men Only
The Voltaic Belt Co of Marshal Michigan offers Dr Dye's Celebrated Electro Voltaic belts and Electric Appliances on trial for thirty days to men afflicted with nervous debility lost vitality and manhood. The firm guarantees speedy restoration of health and vigor with no risk due to a thirty day trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Voltaic Belt Co
Marshal Mich
Dye
N. B
Life of a Central New York Businessman Ends in Tragedy
A leading central New York businessman, sure his wife was dying, gathered his two sons at her bedside and disclosed plans to leave them a million, urging them to live as gentlemen on the income. He died, and the sons followed his wish but spent the fortune on drink. within a year one son died, by the next year the other joined him in an alcohol doomed grave.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Bucklen's Arnica Salve Listed For Sale
Bucklen's Arnica Salve advertised as the best salve for cuts bruises sores slivers salt rheum fever sores tetter and chapped hands The guarantee offers full satisfaction or money back Price twenty five cents per box Richards & Sobrbeck sell the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richards & Sobrbeck
Cleveland Watchdog Targets Hell-Hole Prosecution List
The Leader monitored a house where young girls were ruined, naming patrons and preparing to present those names to the Citizens' Executive Committee for prosecutions, alleging police indifference or impotence in shutting it down.
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Cleveland
Citizens’ Executive Committee
Griggs Glycerine Salve Advertises Cure All Sores
The Griggs Glycerine Salve is touted as a universal cure for cuts bruises scalds burns wounds and all sores. It promises to cure piles tetter and skin eruptions with a money refunded guarantee. Sold by Richards Sobrheck.
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Griggs
Richards & Sobrheck
Dinner Inventory In A New York Man's Table
A New York man ate a large oyster stew and a large steak with fried potatoes, two corn cobs, three fried eggs, three lamb chops, stewed chicken, two coffee cups, two pies, a loaf of bread and crackers. The observer left while the man was finishing a second pie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Dr Bigelow’s Positive Cure Offered at Richards & Sohrbeck
A local drugstore advertises Dr Bigelow’s Positive Cure claiming it cures colds coughs consumption whooping cough and all lung diseases. The notice promises a free test if customers visit Richards & Sohrbeck’s drug store.
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Dr Bigelow
Richards & Sohrbeck
Cohoes Man Drowns Wild Bear After Boat Fight
Mr James Humphrey of Cohoes New York reports a dramatic incident from the Adirondacks. He threw a stone at a 200 pound bear, stunned it, then held the bear's head under water until it drowned.
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James Humphrey
Cohoes
N. Y
Bnt
Directrom
Adirondacks
Ilo
Great Nerve Restorer advertised from Philadelphia
An item promotes Du Kuink’s Great Nerve Restorer claiming cure for nerve diseases and free fits relief. It directs readers to send to 013 Arch Street, Philadelphia. A separate harsh note about a man named Jones in West Union, Iowa mentions his home being shingled and a window added as badly needed repairs.
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Kuink
Arch Atreet
Philadelphia
West Union
Iowa
Jones Pia Ua
Young Austin Lawyerdefends Poor Negro in Jury Challenge
A young Austin lawyer, appointed to defend a poor Black client, challenged several jurors for prejudice. When asked if any juror harbored bias, the jury replied all were fair, but the counsel then urged challenging the judge, claiming prior convictions and possible bias against him.
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Austin
Tex
Remarkable Kidney Ailments Relieved by Hops and Malt Bitters
A medical notice touts the new remedy Hops and Malt Bitters as effective for kidney troubles and many other ailing conditions. It claims the tonic helps those who have grown discouraged and suggests trying this curative beverage.
Robbery Report About Henry Clay Pantaloons
A tramp in a Washington police court said he was robbed of a pair of Henry Clay pantaloons while asleep in a park. He kept them as a memento of the statesman.
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Washington
Free Trial of Dr King’s New Discovery Offered
An advertisement invites all readers to visit Richards & Lohrbeck's drug store to obtain a free trial bottle of Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption and lung ailments. It promises the remedy will demonstrate its value before purchasing a full bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richards & Lohrbeck
Dr King
Governor Plais ted plans Maine exit after term
The passage hints that a governor will leave Maine at term end. It recalls a quoted reason from Greely and notes an amount contributed to be published in The Dispatch. The writer laments a lack of suitable men in the West for office.
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Govvernor Plaistted
Maine
Dad
Greely
Electric Bitters Promise Health Savings for Families
Promotes Electric Bitters as a cure for biliousness sallow complexion poor appetite low spirits and general debility urging immediate purchase. Claims vast savings for farmers and mechanics through proper health care and judgment. Advertisement notes a small price and cites Richardy Solirbeck as publisher.
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Richardy & Solirbeck
Capital Stock Increase Proposal Circulated by Chicago and Alton
Purporting to raise the company capital by ten percent or 14,000 shares, the circular asks stockholders to vote on increasing capital stock. It cites a mortgage agreement on the Joliet and Chicago line totaling 800 000 dollars and notes payments were made from current receipts.
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Chicago & Alton Road
Tasued
Joliet
McEnsMan's Peptopized Beef Tonic Sold in New York
Advertisement notes McEnsMan's Peptopized Beef Tonic as the sole beef preparation preserving all nutritional properties. It claims blood-building and life-sustaining effects for indigestion nervous exhaustion and general debility, with references to pulmonary complaints and availability through druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McEnsman
Eee Greerery Saat
Caswell
Pee
New York
Washington printer praised for speed in Congressional Record
Mr Rounds accelerates Congressional Record publication by eighty seven days, delivering eight volumes totaling over 2,000 pages more than the Forty fifth Congress first session. Government gains from advancing workflow amount to about $15,000.
That Husband of Mine Health Claim Advertising Claim
An advertisement asserts the husband became three times the man he was before using Wells Health Renewer sold by $1 druggists. The notice presents a sensational health claim about personal vitality and societal effect.
Secretary Chandler Receives Jeannette Relics and Opens Inquiry
Secretary Chandler received all relics and records from Engineer Melville of the Jeannette expedition. The official turnover precedes the investigation into the expedition’s loss, which will begin October 5.
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Chandler
Engineer Melville
Danenhower
Ninderman
Melville
Rough on Rata Cleans Rats Mice and Pests
A new pest control note claims effective elimination of rats mice bedbugs ants moles chipmunks and gophers for 15 cents. The terse item reads like a classified pest control offer with minimal details and no company name.
Secret coronation rumored for Russian Emperor and Empress
A Vienna paper claims a hidden crowning of the Russian ruler and Empress during a Moscow visit. If the Emperor survives to a public coronation, the secret ceremony stands void. if he dies, the event becomes public to support Governor Crsrowltch Alexander as lawful successor.
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Vienna
Russia
Moscow
Stinging Irritation Complaints Cured by HBuchupaiba
A patient reports stinging irritation and urinary issues. Claims healing after using HBuchupaiba. Includes a dated note referencing kidney discomfort and a remedy citation.
Meigs Site for New Government Pension Office Block Criticized
Meigs has selected a site in Washington for the Government Pension Office Building. Congress has appropriated a large sum, but the location faces sharp critique due to low, quaggy ground and unhealthy surroundings. Foundations would require costly piling.
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General Meigs
Government
Washington
Congress
Honest medicine found in Dr Jones Red Clover Tonic
It claims the tonic cures all diseases of the blood removes pimples and acts on the liver and urinary organs. The 50 cent bottle is available at Richards and Sohrbeck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Jones
Richards & Sohrbeck’s
Health official cites immigrant arrivals after November
Dr. J. H. Raven, Secretary of the State Board of Health, reports from Washington on immigration trends through November. He notes that after that date arrivals fall to a level too small to justify continued inspections.
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J. H. Raven
State Board of Health
Washington
Exsa Uceain
Gentle Purgative Promoted for Headache and Liver
A historical note advocates Sellers' Liver Pill as a gentle purgative to cure headaches and bilious liver symptoms, presenting it as an effective remedy in period medical advertising.
Snuff Use Among Massachusetts Female Workers Grows
A Boston paper notes that snuff dipping has spread among Massachusetts female operatives with estimates that fifteen tons are consumed annually by these workers.
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Boston
Massachusetts
Fragmentary note on skin remedies and healing
Incomplete text discusses salves and lotions for skin healing and mentions strengthening the foot of the body. The fragment references methods or beliefs about curing skin issues and implies a personal or instructional tone.
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Usla
Tri
Parker's Ginger Tonic Promises Quick Relief
Advertisement claims the tonic cleanses weak kidneys and bowels, removing poisons, restoring rosy cheeks and good health. It emphasizes non intoxicating formula and beneficent action for those confined at desks or work tables.
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Parker
Azpresa
Liverpool school board to use novels in public schools
After full discussion the Liverpool school board decides to supplement ordinary reading with novels in public schools starting with some works by Scott.
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School Board of
Liverpool
Scott
Ginger Tonic Promises Strength Beyond Malt and Milk
A period advertisement claims Parker's Ginger Tonic offers greater strength restoration than malt or milk, serving as an appetizer blood purifier and kidney corrector. The copy asserts it is wonderful for mind and body, praising its powerful restorative effects.
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Commercal
Prehistoric footprints attract long stay visitors at Carson
The Carson State prison quarry reveals prehistoric footprints that promise revenue as tourists who once passed through the city linger over twenty four hours to view the wonders.
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Carson
New
Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery Promoted for Consumption
Advertises Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a great anti scrofulous blood purifier and strength restorer for consumption. Claims superiority to cod liver oil as a nutritive and pectoral, suitable for weak lungs and coughing up blood with prompt relief and resort to a medical treatise via stamps from Buffalo NY.
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Pierce
Ical AssociaTion
Buffalo NY
Demand for domestic high grade glassware rises in US
Tur demand for high grade glassware of domestic manufacture has greatly increased in the United States of late years. Not ten years ago the supply was obtained almost entirely from France and Bohemia.
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Tur
United States
France
Bohemia
Youwa Pamphlet Request From Buffalo Dime Series
The fragment requests three stamps for Part VIT of the World’s Dispensary Dime Series pamphlet. It mentions the Wontn’s Drapin address and the Buffalo, N Y area. Names and exact titles are unclear due to damaged OCR.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Youwa
Kansan furrowers finish plowing and sowing wheat
Kansan farmers report winter wheat plowing finished and much ground sown. Corn is cited as safe from frost with many fields expected to yield 80 to 100 bushels per acre.
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Kansan
Pierce Favorite Prescription Cited To Women’s Health
A historical notice claims Dr RV Pierce's Favorite Prescription strengthens women and cures female disorders, promising tone to the system and sold by druggists.
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RV Pierce
Wheat prices ease as crops flood markets
A year ago wheat cost 1 50 in New York, corn 75 cents, oats 42 cents. Abundant crops this year have pushed prices down, making it likely that the cost of living will be lower than in recent periods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Trial remedies cited by Troy man in letter to newspaper
Mr R Q Wallington of Troy reports severe illness described as bland poisoning with many symptoms. He claims Dr Guynett's Yellow Dock and Saraaprilla cured his condition after widespread bodily symptoms.
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R.Q. Wallington
Troy. 0
Guynett
Former Springfield Mason Charged With Embezzling Lodge Funds
Joux Ferrrin, ex resident of Springfield and longtime secretary of the Grand Lodge of Masons of the state, was brought from Minnesota on embezzlement charges totaling 8000 dollars. He is jailed and asserts he can present a satisfactory showing in his defense.
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Joux Ferrrin
Springfield
Grand Lodge of Masons
Minnesota
Colden's Liquid Beef Tonic Promoted For Dyspepsia Weakness
An advertisement touts Colden's Liquid Beef Tonic as nutritious for the weak and dyspeptic. It claims physicians prescribe it and contrasts with Lindsey's Blood Searcher. Also notes electric railways expanding in Europe and a tale of John Birdsall who hid and later retrieved gold.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colden
Privatcians
Lindsey
Piles Described and Cure Promoted by Pile Remedy
A description of piles with back and abdominal weight, indigestion, and intense itching especially at night. The remedy Dr Ko's Pile Remedy is claimed to provide permanent cure when other treatments fail, with price 80 cents and sale by O S Bryant and Wm Clendena.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryant
Wm. Clendeaia
Spectator Injured After Harwic Incident During Salvation Army Event
A spectator at a Salvation Army gathering in Harwic was knocked down and kicked during a disturbance. The injury prompted medical attention and an ensuing jury decision regarding liability and damages.
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Salvation Army
Harwic Giend
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Arnica Balve
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