Swindler Arrested To Take Fifty Thousand From Dupe
Henry Silverberg alias many names was arrested in New York for a planned swindle to net $50,000 from a victim. Police traced him through telegrams and linked him to impersonations of a New York lawyer and a promoter for a fictitious mining company. He traveled from Pennsylvania to Germany and Mexico, allegedly courting nobility for irregular gains.
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New York
Germany
Henry Silverberg
Kiely
St. Louis
Silverberg
O'Brien
York
Wilkesbarre
J. C. Young
Sterling
George W. Young
Alen House
Lancaster
J. Coleman Drayton
Pennsylvania
Arizona Consolidated Mining Company
Munich
Ile
Mexico
Plenty of Flesh Vin Morrhol Promises Health Tonic
A tonic called Plenty of Flesh Vin Morrhol claims to boost flesh-building forces, supply essential materials, and improve digestion. It combines cod liver oil components with iron and wine of coca, presented as a superior preparation that makes rich blood, firm flesh, and lasting energy.
Hair restoration ad claims found at 75c per bottle
A vintage drugstore note advertises a hair restoration product sold by J A Williamson Druggist at 75 cents per bottle with the claim got "his hair back" regarding the remedy.
Big Indianapolis blaze destroys multiple buildings
A major fire in Indianapolis centered around the Fabnley A McCrea wholesale millinery warehouse caused extensive damage, with eight buildings destroyed, including three hotels. Four hours of alarm responses saw explosions in drug company and fireworks storage, injuries to a fireman, and near-misses for hundreds of spectators by Union Depot.
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Indigaiapolis
Anee
Fabnley A McCrea
Georgia and
Meridian Streets
Jackson Place
Union Depot
A. Kiefer Drug Company
Delmetsch Company
Fahrnley - McCrea
Union Station
Meredian Street
Louisiana Street
Sad case of starvation claims two deaths in Philadelphia
Police in Germantown report a two story Philadelphia home where Sarah Smith 62 Benjamin Smith 70 and Louis Smith 64 faced starvation and exposure. Benjamin died after hospital transfer while Louis remained in serious condition. Neighbors describe the brothers as eccentric and pension records still on file.
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Philadelphia
Germantown
East Haines Street
Sarah Smith
Benjamin Smith
Louis Smith
Tillman Home Resting After Grip Poisoning Episode
Senator Tillman returned to his Philadelphia home for rest after doctors diagnosed grip paralysis affecting a nerve. Physicians say his overall condition is excellent but he will not return to Washington during this illness, with orders to recuperate.
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Colmonia
Tillman
Teenton Alleria Brief St
Philadelphia
J. W. Babrur
Tilman
Washinston
Deine
Fear of Terrorism Delays Imperial Funeral Plans
Russian authorities decide not to transport Grand Duke Sergius remains to St. Petersburg but bury them in a temporary vault while the mausoleum is prepared. High security fears at Moscow funeral lead to possible absence of most imperial family. Strike actions spread from Moscow to St. Petersburg with rail lines disrupted and munitions production shifted abroad. President Roosevelt sends condolence to Nicholas II.
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St. Petersburg
Sergius
Chaudoi
Romanoff
St. Peter and St. Paul
Trepoff
Moscow
Kremlin
Constantine
Paul
Tsarskoe Selo
Vladimir
Winter Palace
Russia
Mancaw
Pullloff
Frances
Germany
Nevsky Works
Funeral planned for Grand Duke Sergius after Moscow tragedy
In Moscow on February 20 a thin snow layer hides bloodstains from Friday’s Senate Square tragedy. Fragments of the grand duke’s carriage and flesh deposits appear near the arsenal parapet. The funeral is set for Thursday at Chaudoff Monastery where the remains will lie in the dining room for public view.
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Grand Duke
Sergius
Chaudoff Monastery
Moscow
Senate Square
Palare of Justice
Countess of Dalhousie Title in Dispute Shocks Family
The Earl of Dalhousie, a 25 year old officer, wed Lady Mary Willoughby in July. A second woman from Linlinn claims he mocked her in Scotland, alleging she is the Countess of Dalhousie. The family and the Earl deny the charges as Scottish marriage law is cited.
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Earl of
Grand Duke in Grenadier Coffin Amid Silent Assassin
The grand duke rests in an oaken coffin wearing the Fifth Grenadiers uniform with ikon breast insignia while an assassin remains unnamed and unidentified. Police struggle to trace accomplices as forged papers foil identification and university notices go out for clues. Fourteen Port Arthur paroled crew advance to New York, reporting on the siege and Stoessel’s conduct. Midshipman Samuel W Battle dies of heart disease at Annapolis after collapse during drill.
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Kietl
Grenadiers
Port Arthur
San Francisco
Mel
Siberia
Stoessel
Tand
Mehlion
Gener
von Soen
Sevastepul
Anemounine
Barrson
New York
Washington
Samuel W. Battle
Annapolis
Samuel Westray Hattle
Naval Academy
J. AN
Asheville
N. C
Young Battle
Battle
Academy
Kint
Endiag
Harper Victim of Cancer Hospitalized for Operation
Chicago on February 20 President William R R Harper of the University of Chicago was taken to Presbyterian hospital to be prepared for an operation Wednesday. Physicians report his condition unchanged and Harper stated he believes he is a cancer victim with slim hopes of recovery.
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New York
Med
Willian
McLaren
Chivenge
Will
Genes
Va N.yom
Detroit
McLhren
Western Theological Seminary
Chicago
Harper
William RR. Harper
University of Chicago
Presbyterian Hospital
Remy Lery
Hearing of Testimony in Colorado Governorship Contest Closed
Denver reports that testimony in the contest for former Governor James N. Peabeedly’s seat has closed. Briefs will be submitted by both sides to the contest committee, which will report and make recommendations, while a joint convention assesses allowances for argument on the returns as the dispute nears resolution. Locals note Governor Adams’ majority and political reactions to the proceedings.
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Colorado
Denver
Covernor
James N. Peabeedly
General Assembly
Melanald
Matel
Adams
Aikans
Mrs Chadwick Seized After $500000 Plot To Flee To Brussels
A tangled tale from New York and Cleveland details Mrs Caxsie L Chadwick facing arrest as authorities close in on a plan to move a hidden fortune of about 1 million dollars with 150000 in jewels, aiming for Brussels. The saga notes U S Attorney Sullivan’s action and references public criticism from federal officials and media men.
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Caxsie L. Chadwick
Denis
Thomas
Urey
United States
Threetler
Chadwick
New York City
Herbert Newton
Brookline
Secret Service
Brussels
United States Treasury Department
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Areu
B. Ebert & Sons
West Patrick Street
Exchange
SOO Ca
Leeds
Carroll and Jal
Saints’ Streets
Frederick
Central Hardware Company
Gams & Dinner Carvers
Gentral Hardware CO
South Market Street
Frederick, Ke
H. M. Cramer & Co
L. M. Nixdorff, Jr
Court St
Central Bank
Akaie
Sdwim Devilbibs
Uxner Devilbiss & Urner, Insurance
LOU & Albaugh Building
Market Street
Frederick, Md
Wiry
Ernest Helfenstein
W. Patrick St
Swindler
Dupe
London
J. E. Redmond
House of Commons
Anthony MacDonnell
Ireland
Dunraven
Balfour
Berlin
Fen
Frederick William
Cecilia
Mecklenbourg-Schwerin
Florence
Cannes
Archdin Hens Atlastasia
J. A. Williamson
Newbro
Frederick Manuell
Maryland
Block
Butte
Montana
Herpicide Co
Mich
Spec
Indianapolis
Bishop McLaren
Senator Tillman
Cleveland
New Haven
Great State Funeral
Bloosevelt
St. Petership
Behay
Nicholas
McCormick
Roosevelt
Countess OF
Dalhousie
Frisco
Cals Stocasel
Victoria
Bog
Tartar
Thientenants
Banik
Sevastopel
Bart Arthur
Vieutenant
General Stoessel
Stoussel
Madame Zouhonell
Kuropatkin
Salonica
Felgo
Siusumitan
Spnt
Tars Rity
Atlantic
Commercial Cable Company
ATI
Clarence Mackay
Mackay
Commerial
Wilmington
Del
Edward Tyr Tossaw
Trewan
Devine
Mrs. Chadwick
New
Harrisburg
Robert McAfey
ASTO
SIM
Dresidence
John A. Hart
He. J. Rogers
Viren
Jay Hina
Charlotte
N Oc
O. Ellington
Bank of
Tata
Dea Springfield
Chritian Lepley
Try Chedo
Hfe
E. Borg
Nmy Berland
Frederick Teeorth
City Hall
Newspapre
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