Maine Disaster Delays Stir Public Fear and Inquiry
Reports from Washington on February 22 describe public anger over the Maine catastrophe. Officials slow to recover bodies, questions linger on cause, while naval measures and court inquiries proceed amid political tension and threats of Cuban action.
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Washington
Maine
McKisley
Department
McKinney
Philadelphia
House
Mange
Ington
Maga
Real Estate Transfers Listed In Local Records
A long list of property transfers appears, naming William H. H. Vieta Alfred Ribeyre and others, with parcels in New Harmony Mt. Vernon and surrounding areas, including lots, acres, and various tract numbers noted alongside names and transaction references. Other items include notices from the Auditor and estate actions, plus scattered local notices and ads.
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William HH. Vieta
Alfred Ribeyre
Davis
George Appel Mi
Siam
Lockwood
Abe Koch
McClores
Wolt & Harlem
New Harmony
Vernon
T. J. Johnson
E. Thomas
Peter Speck
Jacob Rothlein
Lauca Fndtcott
Owen
Walter Sheldon
Fra Smith
Louisa E
Louisa
Ribeyre
Albert
Thomas
John MM
Hi. Viets
Arthur's Westers
Arthur Cox
John Lehoise
George Speicher
Sia Grim
Spain
Sir Clement Whiting
Tresive W. Wade
San Join Egli
Pater Schick
Jennie Q Boyer
Ehe
Capitola Black
Cee Eee
Michael BH
Spades
Sinder & Murphy
August Schieber
Jos
V. Forthoffer
Pilot
Mt. Vernon
A Prayer Meeting Moment Sparks Laughter in Mt Vernon Church
A Mt Vernon church prayer meeting last Wednesday featured an unexpected lift when the congregation spontaneously selected hymns. A newly married lady called out A Charge to Keep I Have prompting light laughter among attendees. The account is vouched for by a present member.
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Mt. Vernon
Princeton News
A Diplomatic Miracle and Maine Crisis
A damaged fragment recalls a diplomatic miracle rumor amid Maine disaster questions. The piece cites Washington officials and the American minister at Madrid debating wartime fate and potential proofs about the Maine explosion.
Ely's Cream Balm advert promotes cure for catarrh and cold
The notice touts Ely Bros Cream Balm as the best remedy for catarrh and head cold. It offers a 10 cent trial size or mail order at 10 cents, full size 50 cents, with testimonials from Alfred W. Stevens of Caldwell Ohio praising its effectiveness.
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Ely
ELY Bros
Warren St
N. Y
Alfred W. Stevens
Caldwell
Ohio
Licensed to Marry in Our City as Schools Observe Birthday
Washington's birthday was observed in city schools with interesting programs. Champ Clark's Cuban speech has been printed by newspapers in France and Germany.
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Washington
Champ Clark
France
Germany
Bargain Dress Goods and Foreign Conflict Rumors
A notice lists 50 pieces of fancy mix ture and plaid dress goods at 10 cents a yard offered by Aaron Harting. The rest discusses a London belief that a clash between British and French forces in west Africa may be imminent unless France shifts its stance, with England sending more officers and munitions.
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Aaron Harting
London
West Africa
England
Settlement urged for Dumtz and Nusz estate debts
Notice to all persons indebted to the late firm of Dumtz and Nusz to call and settle promptly to avoid costs. Faep P. Distz, surviving partner, and 8. M. Leavenworth, attorney, sanction the request.
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Dumtz & Nusz
Coat
Faep P. Distz
8. M. Leavenworth
Public sale continuation adapts to cold weather
Merchandise of undisputed quality offered at further reductions to clear space for an upcoming Spring Stock. Advance styles of Gentlemen's Hats in soft and stiff on display. A special hat at $2.00. The Astoria in new colors and shapes. Bargain counter features remnant lots of Ladies Men and Children's Shoes with prices cut in half to close out quickly.
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Astoria
Isie
Fresh Meats and Sausages On Hand at Local Market
A local ad notes Baef Pork Veal Mutton and other fresh meats and sausages available. It promises high prices for stock and hides and invites readers to call for orders or inquiries.
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Shoice
Seed Potatoes and Garden Seeds Offered by D. M. Ferry Co
D. M. Ferry & Co. promote bulk garden seeds claiming the finest quality. They list Northern Rose and Peerless Seed Potatoes Onion Sets and grasses including Blue Grass Orchard Grass and Timothy Seed with very low prices through OC. P. Kuz & Co.
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Reyst
Royal Baking Powder Co., New
ORK
M’kinley
Iey
Navy Department
Maine Courts of Inquiry
Havana
War Department
Garrioning Coast
New York
Baniard
Foraker
Hood
Stewartsville
Garet
Masy
Boy Ob
Besse Rabi
Messy James Wiggins
L. D. Stinnett
Evanaville
Henry Miller
Beas
Princeton
Jake Farst
Grayville
Farsts
Juke Paul
Dr. Linthicum
Waite
Poseyville
Jim
Beauty
Senate
eRinley
Madrii
James Y. Lamar
Grace Vansway
Indiana
Buttrick’s Paterns and
Ervertson
Main
D. M. Ferry & Co
OC. P. Kuz & Co
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