Land Barons of Louisiana Hold Over Two Million Acres
The New Orleans Picayune analyzes how stew syndicates and investors own over 2.2 million acres in Louisiana including swamp, prairie and forest lands. Most holdings are in the western region with contributions from New York and Philadelphia financiers. The article notes US ownership origins, state sales for levee funding, and ongoing drainage and diking projects under syndicate control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisiana
New Orleans
United States
Picayune
Watkins
Holland
Syrup of Figs Promoted as Gentle Laxative Cure
An advertisement extols Syrup of Figs as a pleasant tasting remedy that cleanses the kidneys liver and bowels, dispels fevers and head pains, and cures habitual constipation. It claims universal acceptance and popularity, available in 50 cent and 1 dollar bottles from leading druggists and substitutes are rejected.
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Indiana
Solomon Sewell
Sol
Co. M. 2d. N. S. Cavalry
33Rd Indiana Infantry
Miles
Solomon Yewell
Marion
Ind
Dr. Miles Medical Co
Elkhart
Teck
Changing wedding fashions from tradition to practicality
A London era fashion note observes weddings shifting away from ornate rites toward simpler, practical styles. It notes brides, bridesmaids, and guests adopting modern comforts, with emphasis on traveling attire and evolving dress traditions at Paris weddings.
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Paris
Purely Personal: Pleasant notes on visitors and returns
A series of short notes records visits and returns. Thomas Whalen returns from his sisters on East Patrick street. Mamie Brunner returns from Ladiesburg. Mrs Poole returns from Conference. Miss Minute Pools returns from Sjamsville. Miss Logen Kuhn visits Milis Jennie Morgan. Raymond E. Cooke returns to Washington after a stay in the city. Rev Geo Cecil and Robert Barnes with guests attend the Methodist Conference. Mrs Main and daughter visit Buckeystown. William Jacobs visits Buckeystown. John G Corell of New York Biscuit Company visits Frederick. Jesse Baile departs for a visit to friends in Porlda.
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Thomas Whalen
Whalen
East Patrick Street
Mamie Brunner
Ladiesburg
Poole
Tramsville
Miss Minute Pools
Sjamsville
Logen Kuhn
Hancock
Milis Jennie Morgan
West Second Street
Raymond EK. Cooke
Washington
Geo. Cecil
Robert Barnes
Mirs Cross
Laura Seilman
New Windsor
Banke
Edus Giither
Sykesville
Alle Pudder
Mary Murray
Urbana
Dors Gardner
Hyattstown
John T. Best
Main
Buckeystown
Frederick
Wm. Jacobs
John G. Corell
New York Biscuit Company
J.4. C. Lipps
Jesse Baile
Porlda
New Baltimore and Ohio Bridge Opens at Harper's Ferry
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad opened a new bridge over the Potomac at Harper's Ferry. The first train, the Cincinnati and St. Louis Express eastbound, passed it at 0 10 a m. A six foot tunnel under Marpland Leights connected the structure and improved river crossing access. The bridge is nine feet higher than the old span to avoid freshet damage.
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Harper's Ferry
Baltimore Sand Ohio Railroad
Potomac River
Cincinnati and
Ss. Louis Express
Harpers Ferry
Baltimore and Ohio
Harper's Fe
Polomsc
Love Ro Rooney Farce at March 19 Show
Pat Mooney Coming. Pst Rooney's Merry Farce Comecy Company presents Love Ro Rooney in a March 19 performance. A voice from Florida touts Red Flag Oil for rheumatism and sprains, with Dr F Bronum endorsing local cures. Red Flag Oil sold at Steiner Bros. Drug Store.
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Pat Mooney
Rooney
Merry Farce
Comecy Company
Love R Rooney
Lord Rooney
Florida
F.bronum
Wesell
Steiner Bros. Drug Store
Maryland School Visit Shows Deaf Students’ Progress
Delegates from the conference, including Prof. Ely, toured the Maryland School for the Deaf yesterday afternoon. Visitors observed classroom activities and a drill in the gymnasium, noting the students’ health and uniforms, with older pupils performing on the horizontal bar.
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Maryland
Ely
Maryland School For the Deaf
Misa Markey
Governor Brown Discusses Maryland Colonization Plans
Annapolis correspondent reports Gov. Brown favors private colonization companies with state aid rather than a state department. He recommends a capitalized firm to acquire land and attract settlers, suggesting a $10 309 appropriation. The idea contrasts with costly state commissions and broader reports.
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Gov. Brown
Maryland
Bac
Department of Imajoration
News of the Churches and Local Notes
Rev C C Clever marks his fifteenth anniversary at Third Reformed church Baltimore as the church nears its semi centennial. District appointments announced for Washington A M E Conference list J T Owens Buckeystown W W Foreman G D Nickens G W Stanley L A Carter. Dr Syrus Edson warns cold neglect causes disease with New York health concerns, endorsing Lake Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy 25 and 50 cent bottles via Garrett and Pearre Frederick druggists.
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Rev
C. C._ Clever
Third Reformed Church
Baltimore
Washington A. M. E
Frederick
J. T. Owens
Buckeystown
W. W. Foreman
Jefferson
G. D. Nickens
Liberty
G. W. Stanley
New Market
L. A. Carter
New York
Syrus Edson
New Yor
Atlantic
Edson
Lake Chamberlain
Garrett and
Pearre
Drugeists
Telephone Booth Erected in City Exchange
Manager J F Abler of the C P Telephone Exchange has installed a soundproof booth in the exchange to aid long distance conversations. Advertisements tout salve for burns and chapped skin and promote a cough cure in pocket size, with garrett fearre selling at 25 cents.
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J. F. Abler
C_& P. Telephone Exchange
Shitch
Chidren
Garrett & Fearre
Mira R Rinehart Visits Union Bridge After School Week
Maryland Institute notes recount a visit by Mira R Rinehart matron to Union Bridge. Rev Dr Gallaudet gave a talk to pupils. C B Ely of the National College for the Deaf stayed in Frederick. various visitors and spring weather noted. invitations extended to visit the school and its work.
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Maryland Institute
Mira
R. T. Rinehart
Union Bridge
Gallaudet
C. BR Ely
National College For the Deaf
Washington
D.C
Frederick
A. B. Barry
Baltimore
P. E
Gillaudet
Sty. Ingle
M. E. Conference
R. W. Rodgers
Drew Theological Seminary
Oliver Brown
D. D
Foundry Church
Washington, D. C
G. H. Richardson
Monument St. Church
G. W. Black
Union Square Church
Laitimore
Haunted Goose Tale and Medicine Ads Chronicle
Stillend of Sport With a Gun recounts Mr. Walker near New London shooting a ten pound wild goose after spotting a low flock in a wheat field. The piece notes a roast goose tasting fine and ends with a medical advertisement praising Hos teler's Stomach Bitters for multiple ailments and its curative potential.
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Br. W. W. Walker
New London
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L. M. Hildebrand
Scott
Scott & Bone
Remsbore
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