Mystery at the Judge Ostrander Estate
Neighbors mob a reclusive Judge ostrander’s home after a veiled widow seeks help to clear her murdered husband’s name. Her daughter is betrothed to the judge’s son, and a murder plot links them all. Deborah Scoville and lawyer Black uncover evidence at the police and in the judge’s rooms.
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Judge Ostrander
Deborah Scoville
Algernon Mtheridge
John Scoville
Ina
Leo- Ville
Spencer's Lolly
Jim
Mom
Reuther
Ois
Deborah
Black
M Theridge
Oliver
Misa
Taek
Jeant
The Judge Faces mob as Ostrander Jane breaks free
Deborah flees the chasing mob toward Ostrander Jane in a desperate dash. The crowd roars Oliver, a judge, and his wife Reuther acts to shield him as the door yields and a woman catches him, the crowd howling for justice.
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Deborah
Ostrander Jane
Hank
Ltted
Oliver
Lfe
Reuther
Deborah Faces Truth and a Judge’s Challenge
Deborah, still distraught, clings to Oliver’s innocence as Judge Ostrander presses her to confirm belief in the weak case against John Scoville. The judge urges restoration of trust to save Oliver, while Heather and Reuther brace under the political and moral pressures of the mob and the revelation of long buried secrets.
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Etheridge
Algernon
John Scoville
Oliver
John
Deborah
Madam
Reuther
Ostrander
Scoville
Toby
Destroying the Mosquito by Larval Oil Treatment
The article describes using a small amount of kerosene on water surfaces to suffocate mosquito larvae. Oil blocks oxygen beneath, causing larvae to surface and die as they attempt to breathe through the oil layer.
Indictment Venue Rules Draw New Trial Request
In Campbell county Virginia prisoner Anderson faced murder charges. Evidence showed the crime occurred at Andersons store near Lynches Station but the indictment failed to name Lynches Station as in Campbell county. The Supreme Court voided the verdict and ordered a new trial.
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Campbell County
Virginia
Anderson
Lynches Station
Supreme Court
Manlike Teeth of Ancient Ape Found by Thacher
Prof A G Thacher notes in Science Progress the jaw of an ancient ape showing teeth more humanlike than those of chimps or orangutans. Cuspid teeth were small, suggesting cuspids evolved for nut tearing and similar tasks.
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A. G. Thacher
Science Progress
Dodson's Liver Tone Promises Quick Recovery From Calomel Ills
An advertisement touts Dodson's Liver Tone as a safe, vegetable liver remedy that replaces calomel. It claims calomel harms the body by poisoning the bones and stomach, while Dodson's product cleanses the liver and bowels, cures sluggishness, and fits the whole family with a pleasant taste and a money back guarantee.
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Dodson
Atore
Poultry expert likens egg to human skull in size study
Maine authority Thick Headed, Yeast-Doctor Pearl claims a hen eggs vary like human skulls but notes the similarity stops at thickness. The Yonkers Statesman reports the remark, contrasting eggs and skulls with humor.
Cuticura Soap and Ointment Ad for Baby Skin Relief
Advertisement promotes Cuticura Soap baths and Cuticura Ointment for baby rashes eczema itchiness and irritated skin with a free sample by mail. It cites a Boston department and requests an address postcard. The piece also contains a quoted exchange about diamond engagement rings and Philadelphia.
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Dept. L
Boston
Kidney Health Ad Declares Swamp Root Remedy
An advertisement urges attention to the kidneys and promotes Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a kidney and bladder remedy. It notes signs of kidney trouble and invites readers to request a sample by mailing ten cents to Dr Elmer Co in Binghamton New York.
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Dr. Kilmer
Dr. Elmer & Co
Binghamton
N. Y
Ady
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