Reunion of Slyh and Lakin families near Arlington
The Oolo State Journal reports a large joint reunion two miles north of Arlington on George W. Lakle’s farm. Four generations attended from Maryland and Ohio, with Daniel M. Sigh presiding. Descendants of Abram Lakin and Mathias Slyh traced roots to 18th century origins in Maryland and Virginia. a parchment grant of 1743 was shown, linking the Lakins to old American land through Henry O. Lakin. The afternoon featured relatives from Columbus and nearby, ending with a reunion ball at John Slyh’s.
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Aesumal Rensios
Arlington
Oolo State Journal
Columbia
Ohio
Maryland
Dayton
Greenville
Mechanicsburg
Daniel M. Sigh
Sigh
Frederick Siyh
America
Lancaster County
Mathias
Harper's Ferry
Jefferson County
Henry
Pidaway County
Madison County
Jacob High
As, Jr
Columbus
Danial M
Jacob Edwin
John W. Digh
Rebecca Walcutt
Mary FE. Walcutt
Mathias Slyh
Jacob Slyh
Brcoun
John
Robert Sigh
Daugher
Phebe Richards
Ring
Robart
Henry OD. Lakin
Lakis
Syrup of Figs Promotes Health and Cleansing Qualities
The text extols Syrup of Figs as a pleasing tasted remedy that cleanses the kidneys and bowels, dispels colds and headaches, and aids habitual defecation. It notes its pleasant taste and safety, urges buying from leading druggists, and lists California and New York offices.
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California
nEw York
Memory and Salvation in an 1895 Mountain Reverie
A nostalgic verse meditation recalls boyhood joys, old voices, and fountains of memory. The speaker notes a spiritual awakening through Christ and God, contrasted with earthly reminiscence, while mentioning places like Maplewood New Brunswick and the White Mountains. A closing paragraph shifts to a Baltimore Sun item about Col William Louis Schley’s 72nd birthday, his Civil War service, and his roles in the Independent Order of Mechanics.
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Jesus
Jerusalem
Maplewood, N. B
White Mountains
Baltimore Sun
Wm. Louis Schley
Colonel Schley
Frederick
Baltimore
Catherine Koch
York
Matamoraa
Schley
Maryland
Supreme Lodge
Grand Lodge of
Independent Order of Mechanica
Order
Belaterstown
Fulton Lodge
The Battle Ax Tobacco War Sparks Consumer Benefit
The ongoing battle among large plug tobacco makers centers on the Battle Ax brand. Producers claim it offers high quality value and large sales, while other popular brands see demand decline. Consumers appear to profit from the fierce price competition driven by Battle Ax.
Circuit Court hears case on damages for property takings
The circuit court opened for the case of John W. Stewart and wife against Ezekiel Moxley and wife. Plaintiffs seek damages for the alleged taking of their property. The trial proceeds today with witnesses and evidence presented.
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Circuit Court
John W. Stewart
Pasiant Esekiel Moxley
War in Cuba Reports of Skirmishes and Political Moves
Dispatches from Havana recount brief engagements near Ni guera and Niguera with insurgent losses and wounded leaders. Reports claim Spanish columns under Lt Col Ternel and Valle clash with Robber insurgent bands. later Capiz notes Cappis Capitulation and Campuses resignation threat. A Niagara Falls power project marks industrial progress as electric output begins to reach Pittsburg works.
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Campos
Havana
Niguero
Manzanillo
Santisago de Cuba
Roiter
Ternel
Stella
Angel
Doloritas
Remiodios
Tants Ciars
Niguera
Centenans
Mugin Pe Fes
Reiter
Alonzo Rivero
Valle
Nunez
Cauasito
Iozarn
Miagaba Falls
Nigar Falls
Siagara
Pittsburg Reduction Company
Fry
A FRIENDSHIP QUILT OF FRIENDS AND VERSE
A late nineteenth century piece extols making a “friendship” quilt from small fabric squares contributed by friends. It notes square size by circle of friends, embroidery, joining methods, and lining, with quotes from Shakespeare and Marlowe as woven motto ideas.
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Anya Myra
India
Bo Wan Ry
Julius Czar
Julius Cesar
Amelia Welby
Valentine
A Baby's Life Saved by Odd Remedies
A fragmentary 19th century advertorial lists various remedies and tonics. Names include Albert J. Pearre and Albert L. Pearre with references to Clover Beetles and Safons Curs. Mentions physician figures and cures for coughs and liver troubles amid garbled text. The piece reads as a commercial miscellany from a bygone era.
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Albert J. Pearre
Btoninson Building
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Ares
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Weil
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Geo. A. Gilbert
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Hercules
Tander Ag
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Etchison Building
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Eere Haswriie
Aloart Pane
Safons
Albert L. Peacre
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Sweeney
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Brown
R. A. Kemp
the News Steam Job Office
Cis
Madajdy
Avery Seastreeper
Carty
Patrick ST
Feederick
Lock Forths Lares Wire
Famaney
Idayold
Annie
Bottli
Uan
Parke Mfz Co
Dillon Bt
Mohiddanly
Douglas
Dowgl A.R. Yeakle
Frederic
Bays Srrnes Sea Meee ' Hall Shoeek, Md
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Niment
McIatica
Moos
Sears
Alexion Ans
Msburg
Drigeist
Larxet
Frederick, Md
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Suashron
Othem
Wong
Mat
Mit
Demones
Circulartree
Oval Medicine
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Frederice
Narylard
W. H. B. Etchison
St. Frederick
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Eero
Rambier Bicycles
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