Dr Miles Nervine Publicity Claims Cures for Epilepsy
An advertising letter touts Dr Miles Nervine as a cure for epilepsy and nervous disorders, sharing a case from Mooresville North Carolina where a boy reportedly stopped spells after June 1906 and August 1906. It urges readers to obtain the medicine and notes the druggist may refund the first bottle if ineffective.
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W. R. Allison
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Dr. Miles
Miles Medical Co
Elkhart
Ind
New York Jeweler Victim of Daring Gurglars
Oscar C. Jackle a jeweler at 866 Third Avenue reported a safe robbery looting 5000 in cash and 20000 in jewelry. Burglars entered by cellar, pried the safe dial after hours of patient work, and escaped unseen after signaling to outside accomplices to avoid police.
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New York
Oscar C. Jackle
Third Avenue
Plainiew
Jackie
Engineer Claims Resuscitation Possible After Shock
In Trenton New Jersey December 29 electrical engineer Allen B Walsh head of testing at Joan A Roebling Sons says death from electrocution comes from time between shock and treatment not the shock itself He cites a plant incident where a man received several thousand volts was revived after an hour and walked home later reporting no ill effects
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Trenton
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Allen B. Walsh
Joan A. Roebling’s Sons’ Company
Mr. Walsh
Roebling Plant
Ten Men Buried Alive In Birmingham Trench Cave-In
Ten laborers died at a diast furnace plant in Ensley Birmingham when a trench wall collapsed atop them after a carrier broke. The eight foot deep trench and loose earth crushed the workers, with mechanical dirt removal halted by the cave-in.
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Birmingham
Ala
Dee
Diast
Ensley
Veterans of Civil War Extinction Foreseen for 1950
Chicago dispatch reports Past Commander G. F. Bassett predicting Civil War veterans will be extinct by 1950 with 347 alive now and only 23 ten years later. He claims the last survivor will die in 1950.
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Chicago
G. F. Bassett
Fell Dead In Railroad Station In Harrisburg
Henry Falmer a longtime member of the state arsenal dropped dead at Reading station Harrisburg as he was bidding farewell to his niece. Local authorities reported no foul play suspected and the death is being investigated.
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Henry Falmer
State Arsenal
Reading Station
Devastating Italian Earthquake Strikes Messina and Catania
News from Rome describes a massive earthquake hitting Messina, Catania, and nearby Calabria. Thousands dead, ships sunk, towns destroyed, fires sparked by gas explosions, and a vast regional calamity with telegraph and telephone lines damaged.
Stricken clergyman suffers eye affliction in sermon
In Springfield Ohio on December 29 Reverend W H en bimnd in his Put Methodist pulpit at the High church. Barstinga was given as the cause. Chances for recovery of his sight are thought to be remote.
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Springfield
W.hen Bimnd
Barstinga
Next Capitol Trial Set For April 5
In Harrisburg judge Kunkel announced the next Capitol furnishings case will be tried Monday April 5. The defendants are Sanderson Huston Snyder Mathues and Shumaker in a conspiracy to defraud the state of 25877.30 in two bills totaling 61928.20 for desks. The case, known as the desk case, centers on fraudulent calculations rather than billing.
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Joseph M. Huston
Snyder
W. Mathues
James Shumaker
Aer
He Has a Wife Trial Clouds Nuptial Plans in Asbury Park
In Asbury Park New Jersey on December 29 Rev J C Scarborough presided as John Whittaker and Nettie Higgins prepared to wed. A widow, Mrs Mary Griffin, claimed Whittaker was already married and produced letters from a Mrs Whitaker in Sufice Va. Whittaker called the letters forged but the would be bride refused vows and said she was glad she did not marry him. Whittaker seeks return of the wedding outfit he furnished.
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Asbury Park
N. J. Dee
Rev
J. C. Scarborough
St Thomas’ Presbyterian Mission
John Whittaker
Nettie Higgins
Mary Griffin
Whittaker
Found Bloody Clothing in Double Murder Case
Wilmington police uncover key clue in the Wyceniz Florezik killings. Bloodstained suit found hidden in a mattress at the couple’s home ties Alexander Florezik, the suspect and half brother of the victims, to the crime. He denies ownership as he remains in custody since December 18.
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Wilmington
Del
Wyceniz Florezik
Alexander Florezik
TRAIN KILLS THREE BOYS IN COLORFUL ACCIDENT NEAR YORK
Three twelve and fourteen year old youths Gur Aéame John Woods and Luther Sowers died after being struck by a southbound train while returning from a day of skating near York Pennsylvania on the Central Railroad. The boys reportedly caused a snowball clash with a northbound freight, failed to notice the approaching passenger, and were killed almost instantly.
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Gur Aéame
John Woods
Luther Sowers
Central Railroad
Johnson Defeats Burns in Sydney Ring Clash
A massive heavyweight title bout ended when Jack Johnson defeated Tommy Burns at Rushcutters Bay Sydney. Referee McIntosh awarded Johnson victory on points as Burns collapsed under fierce punches. Johnson demonstrated speed and power, dominating nearly every exchange.
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Australia
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Condensed News Items From December 28
Wilmer Shellender, a carpenter, fell from a scaffold at Kennett Square and was killed. Rev John S Michaud, bishop of Burlington VI, died at St Vincent’s New York. Mrs Mary Green of Columbus near Mount Holly NJ hanged herself. Henry Neumeyer of Macungie PA injured after smashing a glass pane in the dark. James O’Brien, detective, died in Wilkes-Barre PA. New York spent 2.59 million for charity in the fiscal year per state board. George Schrecongost shot and killed his wife then fatally wounded himself in Dibbois PA. State highway dept reports 542 miles completed, 223 under contract. Buck Ridge colliery Shamokin PA to resume Jan 4. Thomas Jackson of Bath County KY fatally wounded his father. Herman Wade and Lyle Misener drowned skating in Cassopolis MI. George C Hurlburt and daughter fatally injured in NYC auto-trolley crash. Sixteen West Point cadets dismissed for discipline and math. Two boys drown skating at Jewett City CT. John Kasalaris, musician, fatally burned by gas at Maple Hill colliery Pa. Claus Spreckels dies in San Francisco. Harry Erwin dies Locust Gap Pa from injuries after hanging under a train. Louis Lotz shoots and kills himself in Philadelphia. Dr W G Weaver of Wilkes-Barre dies of abdominal troubles.
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Pennewill Names Hastings as Secretary of State
Governor elect Simon S. Pennewill selected Daniel O Hastings of Wilmington to be secretary of state. Hastings will leave his four year term as deputy attorney general and take office when Pennewill assumes duties on January 19. Achille Luciene Archambault, a prominent inventor and Kensington Engine Works founder, died in Philadelphia at age 87. He is credited with the first portable engine used in the United States and designing the first steam yacht used in American waters.
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Wilmington
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Hastings
Philadelphia
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Kensington Engine Works
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Quotation Summary of Latest Produce and Live Stock Prices
Philadelphia market reports steady prices across produce and live stock. Flour, rye flour, wheat and corn show firm to steady levels with various grade distinctions. eggs, poultry, butter, and potatoes reflect steady demand and regional variations. notes on measurement units and per unit pricing accompany each item.
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