Double Rose Mystery and Captain Kidd Letter
A doctor shows a rare double rose growth with two stacked stems in a Rhode Island town. The piece discusses a letter allegedly by Captain Kidd, references buried treasure rumors on Deer Island, and notes later coin finds that fueled beliefs of Kidd hoard discovery despite doubts about authenticity.
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Douglas
Ponca
Captain Kidd
Wiliam
Massachusetts
Robert Mid
Boston
Robert Kid
William Kida
Ed Witliaw Moore
Deer ‘Island
Ani
England
Wiliam Moore
Kidd
Providence
King and the Cure in Cafe Bellevue Gardens
A Youth's Companion tale describes King and the Hof dining at a cafe in Bellevue Gardens. A bareheaded boy steals a crumb from the king then dashes after the sovereign as he leaves, shouting he chased a king's sample plate with childlike pride.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bellevue Gardens
Iega
Curla
Pbs
Fragmentary OCR Note on Ledger Books and Names
A garbled OCR fragment mentions ledgers and balance books with unclear names and phrases. It appears to reference a bookkeeping context within a newspaper page, but lacks coherent details or identifiable individuals, dates, or events.
Kidney Pills Revive Suffering Emma Killbuck
A letter from Emma Ahiffey of Killbuck New Mexico describes severe kidney disease with head pains dizziness and sinking strength. After taking twelve boxes of Deans Kidney Pills she gained six pounds and credits the remedy with saving her life. Sold by Foster Milburn Buffalo New York at 59 cents a box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma
Ahiffey
Killbuck
Dean
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
Lycoming County Campaign Expense Records Show Shared Payments
The Philadelphia Record reports that Lycoming candidates’ expense accounts list payments to the same individuals for campaign work across multiple offices. The pattern suggests workers were hired to support several candidates, prompting expected interviews with these workers about the arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wik Ramsport
poUs
Philadel
Bphia
Woman Leaves Dog with Police After Party. Dog Remains
A woman on State Street, returning from a whist party, brought her dog to police headquarters when she could not take it home. An officer arranged care until the owner arrived later, explaining she feared missing the proceedings at the party. Springfield Union reports the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Callie
Police
Ieamen
Arho
State Street
Fang
Springfield
Union
Secret Taste Tests Reveal Customer Reactions
A writer recalls testing Postum and Celtec on himself to judge consumer taste, then learns from a buyer that a simple simmering trick makes a Java like beverage with gluten and phosphates. The anecdote ties into health claims and references The Road to Wellville as reading.
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pQne
Wellville
Okee
Rumors of a Pirate Letter Stir Massachusetts Courts
The report describes a debated letter tied to Captain Ridg and a cargo near Boston. Speculation swirled about ownership, piracy loot, and a mysterious treasure dig on an unnamed island. The Massachusetts court reportedly undermined the letter’s authenticity amid the ongoing litigation.
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Ridg
New England
England
Ellting
Moore
Gach
Tras
Boston
Massachusetts
Vanished Type Returns From Visit with Far-Reaching Change
Hazelton reports a week's visit to Lia village reveals broad shifts in daily life. He notes new meal routines and the loss of old habits, including fried pies and traditional breakfasts. The elder laments the departure of old-fashioned hospitality and table rituals as society modernizes.
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Hazeltonis
Louisa
Mother
Aunt Anne
Laylsa
Alazelton
Polite Remark About Lon Ho Bart Moves to Stony Gulch
A Bushby resident recalls Lon Ho Bart as the most polite man the town has known and notes he has moved to Stony Gulch. The speaker mentions Poles who visited last year and a cautionary message posted on a shaft inviting caution for newcomers.
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Lon
Hobart
Stony Gulch
Ted
An Old Fashioned Woman Keeps Ironing While Hot
A quaint saying notes that traditional wives persist in chores like ironing as long as irons stay hot, reflecting past domestic norms and gender roles in daily life.
Minister Barnard Entangles Poodle Query in Telephonic Mixup
A salon scene reveals Doctor Barnard, the parish minister, caught in a humorous misdirected call from Mrs Wegg while the Wegg family tries to arrange a dog training address at the hotel. A clerk explains two telephone sets caused the mix up and an awkward coincidence ensues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barnard
Waitet
Mrcs. Wegg
Dog Attack Ends in Rescue on Virginia Farm
A Virginia truck farm story recounts Sam Moore, a Black worker, facing a fierce dog from a neighboring farm. After the dog latched on, Sam’s wife rushed to help, grabbing a stone to threaten the animal. Sam shouted for her to throw the stone at himself to avoid harming her.
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Virginia
Sam Moore
Ulm
Sam
Mandy
Record question on prosperity and rising prices
The Washington Star quotes Mr Dost saying that the ability of people to pay high prices is a conclusive sign of prosperity. The exchange frames a debate on whether widespread price levels indicate economic well being or mere cost of living.
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Rexord
ottCartally
Stax
Washington Star
The Bailess Song Translation Fragment Conserves Memory
Fragmentary text reflects a German origin with lines about Scotia shore, palm tree, Sabbath bell, and the passage of years. It suggests a mournful piece on love, nature, and mortality set to a lyric refrain. The garbled OCR preserves speech-like musings and imagery without a clear narrative or headline.
Lost Rivers of London Found in Fragments of City History
An OCR fragment discusses vanished London rivers, their hidden channels beneath streets, and historic discoveries like an 1834 uncovering of an ancient Well Brooke course. It notes how modern asphalt replaces stepping stones as commerce and growth erase older waterways.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr.Heckethorn
London
Dana
Rome
Well Brooke
Territory art at the head of his paper noted in Wichita Eagle
A fragment from the Wichita Eagle mentions territory art at the head of the paper and references recent reception of this and prior issues. The unreadable OCR preserves a sense of ongoing publication and commentary.
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Ron
Beena Perna feature from Appleton reader letter
An Appleton Wisconsin reader Emma Stolt praises Beena Perna remedies for stomach and bowel issues. She reports dramatic improvement after use and credits the product as a godsend for her health.
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Emma Stolt
Emma’ Stolt
Oneida’ Pleton
Wis
Permna
Runa
Eruptions and Cures Mentioned in Scaly Skin Letters
A reader from Vermilion South Dakota describes long years of suffering from skin eruptions that covered nearly all of the body except the face. He cites a dramatic recovery after treatment, noting high medical costs and efforts over fourteen years.
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Warney
Rhode Tsiandd Historical Society
Ware
Mass
Aérok
Mahuck
Harpers Weekly
Ian
Pennsylvania
Mr. Hazelton
Surs
Misa
Scotia
Ain’ Ediintiie
Avery
Bree
Halni
Puery Mele
Tyr
Mike
Curt
Ascum—Eimer
Wrynell
Appleton, ‘Wisconsin
Wellingtorés
Wellington
Posseaaresntek
Duke
Lana
Lopdan
Lleast
B. Byram
Matt Nely
Vermilion
Dak
Aberdeen
Wash
a.Garnegie
America
Glenn
Srewn, Son
Standard Ee Company
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