Mexico fears the campaign as Reyes arms support grows
Dispatches from Monterey report rising political tension in Nuevo Leon with Gen Bernardo Reyes allied to the Reformist party aiming for vice presidency against Ramon Corral. Federal troops move toward the mountains amid rumors of clandestine Masonry influence and limited weapon supplies fueling unrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
Uate
Povnies
Bernardo Reyes
Nuevo Leon
Diaz
Regista Party
Reyes
Ramon Corral
Advistration Party
Hees
Axo Reyes
Montereyry
Galeana Oress
Cromuntains
Taft to Visit Mexican Leaders on El Paso Ciudad Juarez Trip
President Taft accepted an invitation to visit Mes ead Territory in October and exchange meetings with President Diaz in El Paso and Ciudad Juarez. Mexican ambassador Leon de la Tarra sent Diaz's message. Diaz plans to visit Taft first, with U S troops stationed at El Paso and Mexican troops at Ciudad Juarez to exchange formalities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beverly Mass
Mes Ead
Taft
Mexico
EL Paso
Ciudad Joa
Jean Francisco Leon de la Tarra
Diaz
Watt
United States
Paso
Ciudad Juarez
Georgia Lynching Report Tells of Fatal Assault Murder
Aug 21 Fitzgerald reports Henry Tailor an ex convict was seized by Wilcox county officers between Lumpkin and McRae after allegedly assaulting Mrs. Josh Vicker on the previous Sunday and killing her in a fatal assault.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Fitzgerald
Gia
Henry Tailor
Josh Vicker
Ace Dolant
Akien
Wilcox County
National League scores from Philadelphia to Detroit
Baseball results across six games with team pairings, runs, hits, and errors. Phillies beat Pittsburgh 9 to 4 in Philadelphia with Leever Adams Gibson and Dooin on mound. Brooklyn edged St Louis 3 to 2 while Cincinnati lost 7 to 3 at New York. Chicago topped Boston 9 to 6 and Cleveland outscored Philadelphia 6 to 5. Detroit defeated Washington 6 to 2 and held off Cleveland 8 to 6.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Pittsburg
Leever
Adams
Gibson
McQuillan
Dooin
Brooklyn
R.H.E. St. Louis
Beebe, Phelps
Rucker
Milwaukee Battery Makers Rivalry Highlights Local Trade
Milwaukee scene features firms R H E Columbus and Milwaukee with battery components. Named participants include James Geyer Wacker Moran and others, indicating a regional industrial briefing or trade update on suppliers and makers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
R.H.E Columbus
Geyer
James
Wacker, Moran
Austria rejects machinist's claim to Archduke title
Cleveland report states John Salvatore of Paineville is not the missing Archduke John Orth of Austria, with official Austro-Hungarian confirmation. Salvatore continues to assert he is the archduke and has taken a newspaper job to cover Austrian court life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Painesville
John Salvatore
John Orth
Austria
Baron Pauli Forster
Salvatore
Counterfeiter John Roberts Arrested in Kentucky Plot
Louisville officers arrest John Roberts in Shelby county with secret service help. He and his brother Marion produced Mexican pesos and staged schemes near Simpsonville. John says the brothers planned to flee to Mexico. Marion allegedly aided the fraud before their capture. The case centers on the stolen notes and forged bills tied to New York firms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
Louisville & Nashville Road
Secret Service
John Roberts
Shelby County
Simpsonville
United States
Claydes
Marion
J. M. Fetter & Co
Ohio River
New York
Wall Street
Robertses
Marion Roberts
John
Mexico
Saffin Jailed for Embezzlement Charge in Cincinnati
Lyman Saffin, a Hamilton county Democratic figure and bookkeeper for A P Lawhead Co, is jailed after failing to furnish a $5,000 bond on an embezzlement warrant. Experts estimate the shortage may total $14,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Lyman Saffin
Hamilton County
A. P. Lawhead & Coo
Saffin
Taft Visit Planned Bull Fight in Juarez Celebration
Juarez authorities allocate 20000 dollars to honor President Tlaz and Taft with elaborate decorations and a bull fight as part of the October 16 meeting. The plan aims to showcase local festivities and hospitality for the visiting dignitaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Juarez
Mexico
Presidente Tlaz
Taft
Fire destroys river steamer Fred Swain near Averyville
Peoria Illinois August 21 a fire wrecked the Fred Swain a Peoria and La Salle Packet Co steamer leaving Peoria for Lasalle at 3 pm with twenty five passengers and fifteen crew aboard. The vessel burned to the water edge in four feet of water with no lives lost and estimated property loss of thirty five thousand dollars. Passengers mostly women and children escaped by rowboats as crew fought flames and evacuated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peoria
Ill
Lasalle
Fred Swain
Verne Swain
Lasalle Packet Co
Averyville
Tom Powers
City
E. A. Caron
Worcester
Mass
Swain
Martin Huston
Casrider
Hinvis River
Murder Confession in Georgia Farm Horror Near Coffee County
William McLeod confessed to Sheriff Ricketson that he killed Mattie Graham near her home in Hokesboro, Coffee County. He described luring her after finding her in a melon patch, then stabbing and slashing her throat, stamping her, washing the knife, and returning to the house to eat dinner. He said motive was preferring her death over marriage to Hurd Mobley, and he fears lynching.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Douglas
William McLeod
Ricketson
Mattie Graham
Hokesboro
Coffee County
McLeod
Hurd Mobley
Drowning After Fireworks Fire on Mississippi Launch
In Burlington Iowa two women and one man died when the launch they rode in caught fire during a river fireworks display. The failing powder on a supply barge exploded startling the craft, causing the four aboard to jump into the river to escape. One girl survived while the other three occupants were drowned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
Beehive Breaks Up Georgia Court Session
In Shack, Chattahoochee County Justice Daniel’s court was disrupted when a swarm of bees dislodged from the ceiling. Bees showered the attendees during an attorney’s argument, leaving almost all present stung. The magistrate fled through a window to escape.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Daniel
Shack
Chattahoochee County
Hatters Strike Continues as Fort Admits Failure
Newark Aug 21 Governor Fort acknowledged failure to settle the five month old hatters strike. The strike began months ago with workers walking out and continues despite mediation efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newark
Not
Chilean Railway Disaster Near Santiago
Two trains collided thirty miles north of Santiago causing many deaths and injuries. Both trains were completely destroyed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santiago
Chile
Peruna Praise From Evanston Readers
Letters from Rosa Royer and Mary F. Jones praise Peruna for relief from illness. Royer reports rapid improvement after taking Peruna and sends photos as proof. Jones claims renewed health and strength after long stomach trouble and recommends Peruna to neighbors. Han-a-lin noted as an ideal laxative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rosa Royer
Sherman IV
Evanston
Peruna
Troopers quell riot at Pressed Steel Car plant
In Pittsburg on August 1 an alleged attempt to set fire to the McKee’s Rocks plant of the Pressed Steel Car company sparked unrest. Striking workers fired at new hires, prompting state troopers and deputies to intervene as about 500 women supporters gathered and threw stones at the stockade and restaurant windows, with mounted troopers escorting the crowd and clubs used to restore order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Pressed Steel Car Company
McKee's Rocks
Waratah Missing Steamer Cast Forlorn Hope in Cape Town
Government and admiralty have abandoned the search for the missing steamer Waratah which left Port Natal July 26 for London with 300 aboard and has not been heard from. A slender hope remains that Waratah may be found as the ship Menarandra from Madagascar to East London is twenty four days overdue and may be assisting Waratah.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cape Town
Aue
Admiralts
Port Natal
London
Madagascar
East London
Hope of Peace at Chicago Streetcar Crisis
William D. Mahon president of the International Street Car Men's union arrived in Chicago to take charge of the threatening street car dispute. Local union leaders and railway officials depend on him to secure a permanent peace in the Caetiens through forthcoming mediation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Willliam D. Mahon
International Street Car Men's Union
Secret Of Long Life Sparked By Blood Method
A French scientist reportedly found a key to longevity through blood, while Electric Bitters is praised as a life prolonger. The tonic purifies and energizes the blood and nerves, credited with aiding weak and debilitated people. W. M. Shermas of Ouebing Me and Chas. D. Knoefel are cited as testimonials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. M. Shermas
Ouebing, Me
Chas. D. Knoefel
World's Records Smashed at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
The Indianapolis speedway hosted a record smashing program with Zeinger in a Big Six Chadwick winning the ten mile free-for-all in 8 23 2 10, Oldfield and De Palma in Fiat and Benz cars competing, Merz and Aitken in Nationals, and Strang setting a new one hundred mile record in a Buick finishing 1 32 48 5 10. Chevrolet later beat the century mark in the first 100 miles of the 250 mile race though the record did not stand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
New Motor Speedway
America
Zeinger
Chadwick
Chevrolet
Oldfield
de Palma
Merz
Aitken
Benz
Strang
Stillman
Harroun
DeWitt
Burman
Balloon Race Scores and Tragedies in Midwest
The Peoria balloon Peoria HL FL Honeywell and George E. Smith won the endurance race after landing seven miles south of Dixon Missouri. The Missouri with pilot Albert B Lamar t and aide Bemis finished near Morrissa Illinois. A third balloon named Illinois fell after seven miles, and Elbert H Woods 21 died driving a traction engine near Knightstown. In Richmond Idaho Mrs Alexander Greenhoff, a German resident, killed herself in a cistern due to ill health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peoria
HL FL Honeywell
St. Louis
George E. Smith
Eugene Brown
Peoria Aircraft Club
Dixon
Pulaski County
Missouri
Albert B Lambert
Bow Bemis Aide
Morrissa Il
Illlinois
Knightstown
Elbert H. Woods
Here
Richmond
Alexander Greenhoff
Business failures for the week in 19u8 report
The weekly totals show 183 failures for wpalmst 214 Ins week and 236 for the Ike week of 19u8. The figures reflect a sequence of business closures reported in the ledger column.
Trade Expands Amid Vacation Demand and Uncertain Outlook
A rapid review shows jobbing trade and manufacturing edging higher as vacation season wanes and harvest prospects brighten. Reports note conservative purchases, cautious retailers, and firmer price trends in some markets while fears of slower imports and uneven demand persist. A separate item recalls a rescue at Wildwood Crest and a health ad touts Dr. King's New Discovery with a testimonial from a Texan veteran.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Virads
Pries
D. and C Lake Lines Promote Elegant Steamers
The nine steamers of the D. and C Lake Lines claim largest and speediest service on the Great Lakes. They run regular trips between Cleveland Detroit Buffalo Toledo Mackinac and all Lake porta. Enclose two-cent stamp for pamphlet detailing ships service and destinations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. & C Lake Lines
Great Lakes
Cleveland
Detroit
Buffalo
Toledo
Mackinac
Lake Porta
D. & O. Navigation Co
Wayne St
Mich
Failed to Make Longest Flight by Charlies Willard
In Mineola New York on August 21, Charlies B Willard failed to complete the longest flight contest for the Scientific American trophy. A framework accident and a broken rear rudder support halted progress after a mile of flight line. Willard then landed and postponed further trials to next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mineola
Charlies B. Willard
Scientific American
Willard
Glenn HE Curtiss
Foley's Honey and Tar Promises Relief for Lung Ailments
O D Knoefel promotes Foley's Honey and Tar as a remedy for chronic bronchitis asthma and lung trouble claiming quick comfort and avoidance of suffering by starting treatment immediately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
O. D. Knoefel
Found Pistol on Body in Argyll Lett Case
Mendelson Kentucky August 21 The attorneys for Argyll Lett seek release on bond after a pistol found on Dustwood Denton's body is revealed The weapon was attached to a belt under Denton's clothes and concealed by undertaker William H. Klee who disclosed the find and his attempt to hide it Congressman A Q Stanley of Henderson was engaged to defend Lett In Melilla Aug 21 Riflan forces repelled a Spanish convoy attack killing two Basque and wounding several during the ambush
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mendelson
Argyll Lett
Dustwood Denton
Ward
William H. Klee
Denton
Klee
A. Q. Stanley
Henderson
Melilla
Market quotations Prevailing prices for grain and livestock
Indianapolis Grain and Livestock lists Wheat No 8 red at 1.02 dollars Corn No 2 at 70 cents and date No 8 mixed at 35 1 2 cents Hay prices Clover 10.00 to 12.60 Timothy 15.00 to 17.00 Misc 1100 14.90 Cattle 4.50 to 7.26 Hogs 4.50 to 38.30 Sheep 4.00 to 28 Lambs 5.00 to 7.60 Receipts 1,500 hogs 2,400 cattle 800 sheep At Cincinnati Wheat 1.10 Corn 71 cents Cattle 22 66 to 23 65 Hogs 4.25 to 6.80 Sheep 2.26 to 4.50 Lambs 5.00 to 7.50 At Chicago Wheat 1.06 Corn 69 cents Oats 87? Cattle 5.60 to 7.80 Stockers 3.78 to 5.15 Hogs 9 65 to 14 Sheep 3.00 to 5.00 Lambs 5 to 7.55 Livestock New York Cattle 3.50 to 6.90 Hogs 5.8 to 8.30 Sheep 3.00 to 4.50 Lambs 5.6 to 7.90 East Buffalo Cattle 3.50 to 7.00 Hogs 6.00 to 6.50 Sheep 3.00 to 5.00 Lambs 5.0 to 7.90 Toledo Wheat Sept and Dec 1.08 1 09 Oats 61 09.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Cincinnati
Chicago
Foley Urine Lenzative Promoted for Digestive Relief
An advertisement claims Foley's Urine Lenzative improves digestion by stimulating the stomach and liver and regulating bowels and promises a cure for habitual constipation. The text mentions O. D. Kacse fel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
O. D. Kacsefel
Also Mentioned on This Page
Reyistas
Monterey
Arme
The
Alemesa
Vrevinge
Aloivedia Othe Paulitie
Marshall
R.H.E
Frome and Roth
Ames and Schlel
Boston
Krob, Archer
Brown, Graham
R.H.B
Combs
Livingston
Litton
Hoyles
Bemis
Washington
Gray, Street
Willett, Stanage
American Association
Archduke
Cap
Tain
Dent
Illinois River
Pe-Ru-Na
Dever
Mary F. Jones
Sone
Rosa Boyer
Troopers Club
McKee’s Rock
Nomena
Oria Air Craft Club
Charlie White Moon
New Albany
New Albany National Bank
Thomas Fogle
C. W. Bunce
Wildwood NooJoo Nua 2
Hrooke Lessig
Wildwood Crest
Vir
Cinta Paul
Oseroo
Philadelphia Society
Wisalee
Batk
J. A. Stone
Kemp
Tex
Chen
Dr. King
D. Knoefel
Victurm
Renagra
Baltimore
Cecelia Sweenes
Mercy Hospital
Charles Peacock
Charles Foster Willard
Argyll Letts Dees
Hiffane
New Yort
East Buffalo
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!