Aged Texan recounts 1870s buffalo hunts in Tahoka
Frank M. Sherrod of Tahoka recalls buffalo hunting days before hides slaughter. He describes early expeditions from Brown County, the vast herds, winters of 265 buffalo slain, and use of marrow and tallow for cooking and soap. Indians, tongue trade, and long, six month expeditions are noted.
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Tahoka
Texas
Frank M. Sherrod
Plains
Mr. Sherrod
J. F B. Haley
Panhandle
Sherrod
Buffalo Range
Brown County
Colorado River
Crosby County
Tahoka Lake
Plains Lakes
Fort Worth
London State Research Blamed for Lost Dogs
London residents petition authorities amid rising dog theft linked to medical and scientific studies. The Research Defense Society claims researchers paying 6 to 8 shillings per dog fuel theft and animal deaths. Researchers argue dogs were considered homeless by dog catchers and researchers.
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London State
London
England
House of Commons
Research Defense Society
Women barred on Paradise Island
Nine willing Robinson Crusoes prepare a secluded South Seas refuge on Santa Maria Island in the Galapagos. Led by Captains August Christensen and Anton Stub, the group of 21 men from Norway aim to colonize the islet, fish, and whaling nearby waters while avoiding women and city turmoil.
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San Francisco
Calif
Robinson Crusoes
Paradise Island
South Seas
Santa Marta Island
Galapagos
la Colonia de Floreana
Juan Fernandez Island
Enterprise
Norway
Society of Women
Floreana
Santa Maria
August Christensen
Anton Stub
the Crusoes
Paris Jewel Heist: Grand Conde Rose Diamond Recovered
The Grand Conde rose diamond stolen from the Duc d Aumalen Chantilly tower in October was found in a valise wrapped in cotton. Two suspects Leon Kauffer and Emile Souter were arrested after allegedly confessing. two fences were also arrested. Tracking showed others involved as police seek additional accomplices. The thieves recovered only 30000 francs while selling other stones through unsuspecting jewelers. Kauffer’s loose tongue led police to the resolution.
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Paris
Duc d’Aumalen Chantilly
Leon Kauffer
Emile Souter
Seine
Way to Grow Hair on Bald Mice in Experiments
Taunton England reports bald mice gain hair through gland substance extraction. Dr F A E Crew of Edinburgh University notes coating bald mice with a substance from normal mice promotes hair growth, aiming to apply findings to human baldness.
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Taunton
England
F. A. E. Crew
Animal Breeding Institute
Edinburgh University
Crew
Musterole Promises Flu Relief and Quick Comfort
Old fashioned mustard plaster alternative Musterole is advertised to relieve influenza symptoms by warming the skin and stimulating circulation. The copy claims quick relief and a soothing cooling effect, and suggests keeping Musterole on hand for easy use and prevention.
Dislike St Peter This New Guy Seems Disappointed
A Detroit Free Press quip notes a new heavenly administrator finding mortals’ cars run perfectly without gas or oil, curbing bragging rights on mileage. The exchange contrasts frustration with combustion lore in a lighthearted humor item.
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St. Peter
Detroit Free Press
Women Defeat Your IIs Port Arthur Ad Promote Dr. Pierce
Mrs D D Williams of 627 10th St endorses Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription calling it a tonic for rundown health and recommending a fair trial. Ad sells liquid formula $1.35 a large bottle and tablets 65 cents or 10 cents for a trial pack plus Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets 60 for 30 cents.
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Port Arthur
Texas
Dr. Pierce
D. D. Williams
10Th St
Invalids
Buffalo
All the World is a Stage Quote Sparks Theater Chat
A dialogue feature notes Merely Stage Hands quoting Shakespeare to compare roles in theater. The Wise Guy replies that some must hustle scenery while others manage box office duties. Boston Transcript reflects on stage work dynamics.
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Boston Transcript
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John K. Caldwell
Nelson T. Johnson
Willis R. Peck
American Legation
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Eng
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