Fake romance sensationalized across papers reaches Tate Springs
A sweeping hoax claimed an at risk wedding would occur at Tate Springs Tennessee on August 26 linking Rose McGuire and John Branden Jr aged 100 and 101. Investigations reveal the tale is a deliberate fake possibly to boost summer resort attention and promotional ads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tate Springs
Tenn
Rose McGuire
John Bundren, Sr
England
California
Tennessee
Brandren
United States
St. Louis
John B. Branden, Jr
United States Army Medical Depot
South Eighth Street
Ead Avenue
John Brunden
Brundren, Jr
Mery Childhease
Pine Mills
Tex
New Orleans and
Memphis
The Making of Fame for Nervitt-That's McSlugger
Nervitt-That's McSlugger gains laurels after delivering a knockout the night before. His rival woke up famous only after being put to sleep in the bout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nervitt
McSlugger
Seasick Passenger Complains During Sea Journey
A passenger pleads for time as a steward estimates an hour and a half to reach harbor. The steward assures safety once ashore after a brief wait, reflecting maritime passenger chatter from the Maripe Journal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maripe
Monroe to Host Midsummer Fair and Street Carnival
The Monroe City Council granted the Monroe Business Men's Association use of streets around the public square for a midsummer fair and street carnival the week of August 19. The association will cover extra police costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monroe Business Men’s Association
Bert Hoss Show Company
Billa
Monroe Sentinel
Etter & Treat
South Side
A. M. McCulley
R. Schiesser
A. F. Rote
Carroll Bros
W. O. Blunt
Jas. B. Clow
Theo. Kupfer
E. J. Manning
Gettings
Saucerman abandonment case to be argued before Court Commissioner
Case continues as witnesses corroborate Mrs Saucerman testimony of being pushed out and left in the house. Clerk Gettings testifies about a chattel mortgage on a law library dated June 8. Bank president Twining notes stock collateral and a $500 loan on the same day. Prosecution claims husband liable for support. defense asserts no criminal liability if she can support herself. Preliminary hearing determines if case moves to circuit court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sancerman
John Luchsinger
Saucerman
M. T. Gettings
Simon Saucerman
Wright
Douglas
Circuit Court
The Strange Detective at Midnight
A husband fleeing a troubled marriage encounters a spectral mirror image who calls him to confront his guilt. His conscience, appearing as a disreputable double, urges him to return home. He rushes back to Delia, begs forgiveness, and finds her in tears as the clock strikes twelve.
Kidney Cure Helps New Britain Man Pass Life Insurance Exam
James Donahue of New Britain Connecticut reports severe kidney and diabetes issues improved after Foley's Kidney Cure. He notes after two doses his condition improved and five bottles cured him before passing a life insurance medical. The remedy claims to relieve back ache and kidney bladder troubles with West Side Drug Store marketing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Donahue
New Britain, Conn
Foley
West Side Drug Store
How To Avoid Appendicitis
Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup claims to cure chronic constipation by stimulating the liver and bowels. It is advertised as mild and pleasant with no nausea or griping and is available at West Side drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orino
West Side Drug Store
Hay wagon accident injures Dave Thorp in Twin Grove
Friday afternoon while unloading hay at Dave Thorp's, a fork brace failed sending poles onto Thorp striking his head. He was unconscious, Dr. Clark found no broken bones but bruised severely and improving this morning. Several neighbors visited and many local families spent Sunday with various residents.
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Dave Thorp
Clark
Sam Benage
When the Sowing is Done
A concise moral note on youth who dismiss sowing oats unless crowds watch, urging steady effort and patience in work without seeking instant applause.
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Willis Ludlow
Eees
George Street
Merchant Street
Evan South
Wisconsin Municipal League
la Crosse
Ald. Shriner
Ald
Bauman
Old Cemetery
Russell Street
Lockwood
East Washington Street
George
Kcy
Strange Detective
Delia
Lie
Bella
Della
Twin Grove
Theodore Bennett
Monroe
Mrs. Bennett
Ransom Holmes
Harry Swartz
Frank Matzke
Nellie Seller
Floyd Chambers
Ferdinand Matzke
Clyde Chambers
Harry
Russel Evans
Rosa Schultz
Mark Randall
John Emrick
John Pinnow
Will Bottorff
Allethe Barnhill
Ione
Frank Ostrander
Ora Ashenfelter
Jessie Lantz
Avery Tracy
Lulu
John Myers
Edd
Kryder
Johnny Nyman
Frank Myers
Will Conn
Hannah Conn
Juda
Ella Sweetwood
Jack Swartz
Chas. Grenzow and Sons
Sam Holmes
Austin Myers
Emily Atkinson
Madison
Perry Kesler
Iona
Geo, Whitehead
Wis
Chicago Maenner Choir
Harmonie, Monroe
Turner Opera House
Ann
Hyde’s Park
Hollinger
Chicago
South Side Square
Monroe, Wis
C. L Chambers
the Citizens Bank
Wisconsin
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