The Extreme Penalty and Lightning Typesetters
A chaotic blend of crime and typography lore. The first tale recalls a murder and its brutal end, then shifts to a celebrated compositionist roster in Chicago and across cities. It notes feats by Arensberg, DeJarnett, Ulrich, and others, detailing records and pay. In London, Lowell plans to introduce Mr. Phelps to Earl Granville and present credentials.
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Phelps
Lonpox
Mr. Lowell
Mr. Phelps
Earl Granville
Lowell
Locusts in Baltimore Feared as Sparrows Prepare Feast
The article notes locusts in Baltimore awaiting a seventeen year cycle when they emerge from underground. Sparrows are watching and already preying on the insects, with many locusts staying hidden but vulnerable when surfaces are disturbed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rees
Severt Gs Wah
Trial resumes in Metropolitan explosion case
The trial of Cunningham and Burton continues with the crown resting and the defense opening. Mary O'Brien and Catherine White testified Cunningham was at Miss Cannon's lodging house from 7:30 to 10 o'clock, the time of the 9 o'clock blast, an alibi urged but not solidified.
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Cunningham
Burton
Mary O'Brien
Veader
Mises Cannon
Metropolitan Railway
Catherine White
Miss Cannon
O'Brien
Quilliam
Frederick Little
Grant Sees Improvement as Night Rest Aids Recovery
Gen Grant rested well through the night with Dr Douglas reporting a good average sleep of over six hours. He woke briefly and was dressed, with little to no pain and swelling at the jaw angle subsiding. the doctor planned a noon visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant
New York
Gen. Grant
Douglas
Lawless Mobs in Texas End in Bloodshed
In Brazos County a riot involving armed guards led to fatal injuries during a fan meeting episode. Sheriff’s posse clashed with fugitives in Bryan as one deputy was killed and three others wounded amid a broader crackdown ordered by authorities.
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Lawtess
Texas
Gatrestos
Tex
Mar
Acmed
Clas
Brazos
Fensons
J Gotee
Bryan
Will of Gen Gordon Proved in London Probate
The will of Gen Gordon was proved in London on the 284th by his brother Sir Herts Wiliam Gore don KC B. The personal value was under 11,500 dollars. He left the whole property to his sister Mary A. Gordon for her safety, and after her death to his nephews and nieces.
End of a vicious life. John Sangster executed for murder
The execution recounts the condemned John Sangster, killer of Policeman, as he faced the scaffold on May 1. The ritual, with Warden Crocker and guards present, culminated in a 11 foot fall and a three minute, twitching end before silence.
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Jobner
Ita
Robert Strons
Langeter
Warden Crocker
Dutton and
Fidgen
Captain Coleman
Torrens
Crocker
Sangster
Murdered for His Money Near Waukegas
Reported murder near Libertyville involves elderly Rosine who guarded a Chicago ex-Alderman's summer residence. A $800 payout and a suspect motive tied to wealth surfaced as investigators probed the disappearance and bloodstains found in the residence.
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Rosine
A. P
Chicago
Libertyville
Jonsre RE Sing
Revised Old Testament to be issued to London papers
May 13 report that the revised Old Testament will be issued to the London newspapers tonight and distributed to booksellers on Monday. Changes are described as less numerous than those in the revised New Testament but more important.
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Laspos
London
Woolen Garments for Health and Comfort
The text argues woolen clothing promotes healthy perspiration and body warmth by allowing skin exhalations to pass through wool while absorbing moisture, unlike vegetable fibers. It cautions against damp cotton or linen next to the skin after heavy exertion and advises woolen wear year round for both cold and heat, with cleanliness crucial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Finn
Unclear OCR fragment on Sheridan accident and missing corpse
Fragmentary report mentions Juainixetos Hane and Co Mp May, a search for a missing corpse, and Gen. Sheridan whose condition had not improved. Dispatch suggests plans to move east from Los Andros California toward Santa Monica with no clear outcome or names verifiable.
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Juainixetos, Hane and Co
Ana Canzl
Sheridan
Los Andros
Cal
Santa Monica
East
Local Resident Found Dead in Home
A man living at the corner of and Wolf street was found dead in his home about 11 oclock this morning. Dr. Heel coroper was notified but declined an inquest as death resulted from natural causes.
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Catharine
Wolf Street
Heel Coroper
Destructive cattle plague hits Virginia counties
A May 15 report from Petersburg Virginia warns of an unknown cattle disease sweeping upper counties. At least a quarter of cattle and sheep have died, with farmers facing incalculable losses. Salvation Oil is advertised as a pain remedy available from druggists and dealers, claimed to relieve neuralgia rheumatism and pain in the body. Price is 25 cents.
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Petersburg
Salvation Oil
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RSE
Yenford
Lewis
Ray
Josep
Second Street
Dayton
E. Patricks
Green House
Joseph Groi
Rochester
Hobo's
BF. Brown & Son
Patrick
F. Brown
Baltimore
Mp Gardell
H. W. Bowers
E. Patrick
G &G
Roshon
Myildin
Second Streets
Weinberg
Merket i
North Market Street
Eli
Tarildiwt
West Fifth
Lorentz
Henry mySctwet
D. Bentz
C. E. Patrick Street
Brust
Koester
Manu
Eel
Edwar
Sme
Patrick Street
Frederek
Rome
Frederick
Teach House
Geo. D. Moore
Jas. J. Staup
Intdiw
W. Church Street
Carlin
Guy Hotel
ATL
Tors
West South Street
Market
C. E. Mealey
Fahmey
Tuggiata
Sage
Sadie
Beng Bo Ken Phunets
Chivaro
Levy
Bangs
St. Paul
Journal
Ulrich
The
Tribune
Cincinnati Enquirer
United States
Kid DeJarnett
Joe Hudson
Evening Mail
Lightning
George Arensberg
Arensberg
Ems
Selina i
Joseph McCann
Washington
N. Benerman
Portsmouth
Ohio
John Henkle
Bota
Tommy Peele
Indianapolis
Peele
Tommy
Grocers
Po Tax Fablic
Avery
Maryland
D. R. Mealey
V.s.levy
Court Street
Frederick, MD
Aprasdawif
John Sangster
Gatows
I Dail
van Beont
Court of Oyer and Terminer
Day
Harvey M. Munsell
Office
Rossa
Progre Short-Phelan
Atlanta
Tallulah Feeney
Greenwell
Travers Wharf
Ahegsheld
Tebe
Fee
Carroll
England
Barrowmore
JD. Lie
Carre Eninty
Messrs. Myers
Houseman
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