Tragic family massacre ends in Finn Reher murder suicide
A grim scene near Fergus Falls Minnesota details a violent spree by Carl Reher. He killed his son, wounded his other children, and fatally wounded his wife before killing himself after returning from Elizabeth. The story notes a troubled household and a prior arrest in Henry Reher.
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Reher
Fergus Falls
Mion
Henry Reher
Seemia
Relwr
Goyeara
Elizabeth
Dr Sage's Catarrh Remedy Offer Promises Cash Reward
An advertisement pledges $500 cash for an incurable catarrh case, claiming Dr Sage's Catarrh Remedy provides a complete cure rather than mere relief. The ad invites readers to try the medicine, pay fifty cents to the druggist, and receive the promised reward if cured.
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Dr. Sage
Wreck of the Struan Reaches San Francisco After Pacific Voyage
Coast steamer reports the Norwegian ship Struan wrecked off the Northwest coast. Struan sailed from Port Discovery for Melbourne with lumber. On December 24 she was seen adrift twelve miles offshore twenty miles north of Yaquina. All hatches off, crew deserted in small boats, lone life sign a dog. Struan built in St Johns NB, owned in Hapesund Norway. Crew of twenty two presumed saved. lumber cargo 1 257 062 feet.
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Cal
Tracken
Straun
Discovery
Melbourne
Struan
Yaquina
Johnson
Cale
Nestuegah Bay
Scotia
St. John’s
N. B
Hapesund
Norway
Port Discovery
Wedlock and Death by Own Action in Albia
A young woman named Mrs. Cobb hanged herself from a balcony in the Cramer house Albia Iowa on the night of the 28th olt. She had married the Keokuk medical student Cobb the night before after her brother reportedly compelled the marriage. She was cut down and resuscitated but the motive remains unknown.
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Cramer
Albia
Iowa
Mrs. Cobb
Keokuk
Laws
Young Cobb
Big Salaries In Corporate Circle Prompt Salary Watch
The New York Sun reports a move by some employers to cut next year’s big salaries. Prominent figures cited include Chauncey Depew at New York Central earning about 100000 annually from all roles, with other pay scales listed for Hyde, Alexander, McCall, McCurdy, Grannis, Beers, Henry Ick, Yonn K Hegeman, Heald, John W Murry, and more.
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Chauncey Depew
New York Central
Depew
H. B. Hyde
Equitable Life Assurance Society
James W. Alexander
John A. McCall
RH. A. McCurdy
Mutual Insurance Company
R. A. Grannis
Salaries of Bank Leaders Stir Debate on Value and Power
A survey of New York bank presidents shows large salaries from 20 000 to 60 000 with major firms like Central Trust and Mercantile Trust well paid. The piece contrasts private corporate riches with public office pay, noting presidents receive vast esteem and influence beyond monetary compensation. It also satirizes social habits and hints at the era’s broader concerns with wealth and authority.
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Frederick P. Olcott
Central Trust Company
Richard King
Union Trust
Gen. Louis Fitzgerald
Mercantile Trust Company
John A. Stewart
United States Trust Company
Col. W.l.irenholm
American Surety Company
Willams
Chemical Bank
Perking
Clapin Company
Teltt, Weller & Go
Gooda
United States
White House
Gov. Hill
New York
Yes They Drink Cologne Like Liquor on Dressers
A Washington Star interview quotes a merchant describing new Christmas cologne bottles in basket work. Women allegedly sip small amounts from vinaigrette flasks, creating a mild intoxication without obvious inebriation. The piece notes high alcohol content in whiskey and warns of stomach lining damage from fiery spirits.
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Washington Star
Whicky
Excellent Qualities of California Syrup of Tiga Promoted
A historical note extols the remedy Syrup of Tiga as exemplary for public approval. It claims gentle action on the eyes taste and kidneys liver and bowels, cleanses the cystent effectually and promotes health and comfort for all who use it.
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California
Fire devastates Albany prison and injures firefighters
A morning blaze destroyed the Albany New York prison foundry complex. Firemen Fred A. Murder and another worker fell from a ladder during the collapse and were seriously injured. Hospital treatment followed as investigators estimated damages around $18,000.
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Albany
Fred A
Drowning in Missouri River Near Forts Sully and Bennett
Mrs Lieut Carnahan drowned crossing the Missouri River between Fort Sully and Fort Bennett. The ambulance with her and two mule drivers followed the same ice. The driver disappeared under the ice and could not be recovered. All the mules perished and several others aided in the rescue attempt. The deceased is connected to Dr Wro ten, Indian school superintendent at Bennett.
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Misesouri
Fort Sully
Fort Bennett
C. Carepaenay
Varnalin
Mrs. Carnehen
Sind
Lieut
Carnahan
de. Wroten
Rehnett
Lonjaville
Mn Carre 1 forced march near New England City
Fragmentary report states a unit of cavalry 40-45 men conducted a forced march after five miles toward HhuGannan Bull, reaching New England City by dawn. Details mention Captain Konntain’s Eighth and relief of Captain Buxita near the 26th with actions described in coarse military terms.
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HhuGannan
New England
Tvu
Kohus Kenthyward
Kuehind
Konntain
Guo Tosa
Cet
Hell
Buxita li
Jolson and Tininenit Dominate Unclear Market Rumors
A garbled OCR snippet references Jolson and Tininenit in an unclear context about raises or moves. The readable parts identify two proper names. no concrete event, date, or organization is established. The fragmentary nature prevents a fuller, reliable summary.
Capital Building Deed Transfer Voted in Pierre Meeting
The Capital Building was formally voted to be deeded to the state of South Dakota. The land it stands on is included in the deed, covering the twenty acres around the building. The action was approved for consideration at the coming legislative session.
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Pierre
South Dakota
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