The Horse Thief McCracken’s Gang Operates Across West
A historical report details William McCracken a Texas outlaw who led a range stock theft ring across Wyoming Montana and the Dakotas. It describes sheriffs deputies and ranchers pursuing him from Belle Fourche to Thompson Creek and the dramatic capture attempts and escapes involving his wife and codefendants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana
Wyoming
Dakotas
Horseman's Protective Association
William McCracken
Belle Fourche
S. D
McCracken
West
Outfit
Thomas Tait
Campbell County
J. T. Farrell
Crook County
Texas
Tait
Sturgis
S. C
Chuck Fitch
Gillette
Miles City
Mont
Sun Dance
Wye
H. J. Chassell
T. W. Matthews
Spearfish
Farrell
Alzada
Thompson Creek
Thorn
Hance
Dude
Northwest
South Dakota
Mberty
Thompson Creek Ranch
Innovations and discoveries reported across nations and fields
A compilation notes diverse advances including embassies in London, a long legged stilted plover, Alaska trade growth of over 12 million dollars, a globular lifeboat, auxiliary soles to protect shoes, baseball sunglasses on caps, a non locking handcuff, wireless time signals from Paris, a battlefield finding induction balance, seed scarification, a currency value calculator, and gum ridge identification by an Omaha dentist.
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London
England
United States
Alaska
Switzerland
Hiffel
Paris
Iowa
Changefulness in Opinion Quip by Senator Sorghum
A brief dialogue features a wise man changing his mind and Senator Sorghum comparing such change to handling a twenty-dollar bill. He warns that careless changes lead to nothing worth mentioning, highlighting a cautious view on shifting positions.
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Ion
Senator Sorghum
Theory and Practice on Reincarnation Doubts in Practice
The dialogue questions belief in reincarnation. It notes belief may be sound in theory but doubts arise about practical application and tangible impact. The exchange hints at skepticism toward how the theory translates to daily life and outcomes.
Their Reading Changes an Old Saying to Hit and Miss
In a reflective exchange about dating norms, one man recalls a quip about chasing maidens and marriage, while another notes the shift to a brisk phrase: with them it was hit and miss.
Nonsense and Pride in Perceived Quality
A fragment discusses casual nonsensical chatter versus taking one’s own product seriously, contrasting playful remarks with prideful attitudes. The lines reflect a debate over value and seriousness in personal or communal offerings.
Ingenious fraudster turns bad check good at bank
A New York man tricks a teller by depositing funds from a make‑believe account in another person's name. By sending theater tickets and using a forged maker's identity, he secures $60 to cover a $200 check, defying the "insufficient funds" edict and walking away with cash.
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Central Park West
New York Times
Glass Eye Breaks Inducing Severe Eye Pain Incident
A Wolsey Dispatch report describes O. R. McColley suffering sudden eye pain while walking with James L. Boyd. The glass eyeball broke inside, the vacuum drew the optic nerve, causing intense pain until doctors removed it. A new glass eye will be fitted after healing.
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O. R.mccolley
James L. Boyd
Wolsey
S. Dak
Novel preserved jar mouse trap uses mice curiosity
A new patent transforms standard preserving jars into mouse traps. Unlike traditional traps, which lose effectiveness as odor warns other mice, the glass jar trap remains odorless. It captures mice one after another as each entrant sees the previous victim inside and triggers the next capture automatically.
State Lags in Highway Spending Compared with Most States
Clemson College Bulletin reports South Carolina trails in highway funding, with only four states lacking state aid laws for roads. In 1914 SC spent $1,000,000 on road work from local funds, while Indiana and Iowa spent far more. SC’s surfaced road total is 4,888 miles, 17.8 percent, ranking thirteenth in share of surfaced roads. New York and Ohio lead in statewide road spending.
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South Carolina
Indiana
Mississippi
Texas
Clemson College
United States Department of Agriculture
Iowa
North Carolina
Georgia
Alabama
Tennessee
Arizona
Nevada
New Mexico
Utah
Wyoming
Delaware
Rhode Island
Vermont
Union
Ohio
New York
United States
Clemson College Bulletin
Good Roads Popular at Annual Birmingham Meeting
The United States Good Roads association elected 25 life members at its Birmingham annual meeting. The piece argues wide support for road building and expects federal funding soon, noting roads benefit all while war harms nations, lives and livelihoods.
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United States Good Roads Association
Birmingham
Florence
Ala
Roads Built by Convicts In Colorado
One thousand miles of perfect road way have been constructed by Colorado convicts in the past seven years. At first armed guards were used, but during the second summer the honor system was introduced and it is still in vogue.
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Colorado
Uniform Material Key to Smooth Roads
Uniform material is essential for road building to prevent waviness and chuck holes. Inconsistent material leads to uneven surfaces and potholes, undermining road quality and durability.
Good Roads in Philippines Build Strong System
In the first half of 1915 the Philippines completed 136 miles of good roads, signaling progress in the colonial infrastructure drive. The expansion aims to improve transportation, commerce, and accessibility across provinces.
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Philippines
Build Better Roads. Every Rain Argument for the 365 Day Road
A campaign urging year round road work highlights the need for uninterrupted maintenance to prevent potholes and improve safety. Advocates cite weather resilience, quicker repairs, and economic benefits as key goals.
Neighbors and Builders Good Roads and Trade
Neighbors and builders unite over better roads seen as neighbor makers and trade enhancers strengthening local commerce and cooperation.
Food for the Stock
A short note emphasizes that healthy livestock require ample quality feed. It argues good nutrition is essential to maintain strong herds and productive growth.
Popular Golden Bantam Corn Keeps Garden Favor
Golden Bantam remains the top choice for home gardens. It still leads in flavor and reliability, with newer crosses like Country Gentleman and Evergreen offering added quality. These larger later sorts augment the variety while maintaining high eating quality.
Tools and Repair Shop On The Farm
A practical note urges keeping a repair shop on the farm with good tools to maintain implements in good shape. It emphasizes that quality tools and regular repairs enable ongoing upkeep and reduce future work.
Resemblance Noted in Mother's Face and Commanding Air
A brief exchange remarks that a baby closely resembles its mother and shares a commanding air, prompting the quip that neither can be refused easily. The humor highlights social norms and family likeness in everyday dialogue.
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Mr. Meeker
Simple home cure for itching skin diseases
A Baltimore doctor recommends Resinol Soap and Resinol Ointment as an inexpensive home treatment for eczema ringworm and rashes. Bathe with warm water until crusts soften then dry gently apply a thin layer of ointment and cover with a light bandage. Do twice daily and relief often comes after the first treatment.
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Baltimore
Scrubby Sort of Chap Turns Soap Money into Reputation
The exchange hints at a rough character described as thrifty and unscrupulous, with a backstory of making his fortune in soap. The dialogue suggests a brisk, wry assessment of his character and wealth within a social circle.
Freckles vanishing remedy promoted with double strength
An advertisement touts ethine double strength as a guaranteed freckles remover. Consumers are urged to buy an ounce from a druggist and apply at night and morning for fading or disappearance of freckles with money back guarantee if ineffective.
The Case Stated Beauty Is Only Skin Deep Exchange
A terse exchange notes that beauty reflects more than appearance and suggests deeper qualities define a woman’s character. The dialogue highlights wit over propriety in a social anecdote.
Vaudeville Bustle Over Imitation Ruckus
An indignant vaudevillian complains to a neighbor that a performer on stage is imitating his mimicry of Eddie Foy. The neighbor counters that the impersonator is Eddie Moy, but the original performer insists the imitator has no right to steal his act.
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Eddie Foy
Allen's Foot-Iasrp Advertisement Claims Quick Foot Relief
An old ad touts Allen's Foot-Iasrp antiseptic powder for shaking into shoes and foot baths. It promises relief for painful swelling, smarting and bunions, calling it the greatest comfort discovery of the age. Trial package offered free by Allen & Olmsted, La Roy New York.
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Allen
Allen & Olmsted
la Roy
N.yy
Adv
Highly Polished Man
A description notes Mr Sinnick as highly polished in appearance and conduct. It highlights that his words reflect on others, implying careful, choosy commentary and a reputational impact on those he mentions.
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Mr. Sinnick
Kline Company Offers Propsy Medicine Ad
An ad claims 50 years of uninterrupted success of Dr. Kline's propsy medicine with a free dual bottle offer. The promotion mentions Nat Kline Company and Lod Bank in New Jersey.
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Dr. Kline
Nat
Kline Company
Lod Bank
N. J
Adv
One Exception and A Colorful Adote Phrase
An OCR fragment mixes quotes about Rome and Hampton Roads with a dubious health ad for Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets claiming to regulate liver bowels and stomach. It also includes a dated moral line about honest labor.
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Rome
Hampton Roads
Dr. Pierce
Ady
Lydia Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound Aids New Castle Woman
New Castle Indiana resident Hazel Hamilton reports months of painful cramps and illness since age eleven. After using Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound she says she is no longer in pain and is regular, attributing her health improvement to the remedy. The ad invites women to write for confidential advice to Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co.
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New Castle
Ind
Lydia I. Pinkham
Hazel Hamilton
South 15Th St
Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co
Lynn
Mass
Anuric Promoted For Uric Acid and Kidney Relief
An advertisement urges Americans to use Anuric to remove excess uric acid linked to backache rheumatism and kidney trouble. It claims Dr Pierce discovered Anuric and promotes trial packs at 10 cents and full treatment at one dollar from Invalids' Hotel Buffalo.
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Pierce
Invalids
Buffalo
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