Royal Profligate Pimair as a Battleground and Ex King Milan
An excerpt discusses ex king Milan Obrenovitch of Serbia, his exploits in France and at gambling tables, and the strain of his restless married life. It portrays his abandonment of royal life, alleged embezzlement of his son’s funds, and the disrepute surrounding his morality and finances.
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Servia
Milan Obrenovitch
France
Servis
Milan
Paris
Natalie
Lan
Limalarce
Pamir War Hype Flares as British and Russians Clash
Worn by the frost of the Pamir region the exchange hints at looming military moves. Britain seeks check on northern intruders while Russia warns against interference. The piece explores perilous high latitude campaigning and the strain on soldiers and the human body in extreme cold.
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Pamir
Russia
England
Tor World
Moscow
Portrait of W. E. Stith Highlighted by Parliament Recall
A fragment from a late edition recalls William Edward Stith a noted English minister and parliamentarian praised for his calm demeanor and leadership. French warships recently surprised England by beaching before sighting, prompting debate over their color schemes and visibility under certain weather conditions. The piece likens Stith to Admiral Gilbert and Sullivan’s portrayal in Fun.
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Tree
W. E. Stith
Commons
Mr. Smith
Gilbert and Sullivan
England
United
Extraordinary Sunday Opening Over Mexico Earthquake News
A scrambled early Sunday report notes a significant earthquake in Mexico affecting prominent figures. It mentions Dr Felix Oswald and a scientist from America, with references to Mowat Zornilo and a Tennessee residence, though many details are obscured.
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Mussburgers
Mowat Zornilo
Mexico
Felix Oswald
Local Entreaty Mocked Over Sunday Laws Debate
A retort suggests the Law and Order League would mobilize against Sunday laws, joking about our town’s notoriety and the reach of its reputation beyond local borders. The piece plays on public concern with humor and irony.
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Ains
Law and Order League
Duchess of Portland Leads Bird Protection Effort
The Duke of Portland has reduced rents on his English estates and his wife, as president of the Society for the Protection of Birds, leads a drive to curb millinery bird slaughter. The society, now 80 members strong, pledges not to wear feathers and to stop others from using non food birds or ostrich plumes.
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Duke of Portland
England
Society For the Protection of Birds
Sublime Porte and royal titles across history
The article surveys how rulers and nations adopt grand nicknames such as the Sublime Porte for the Ottoman government and rulers like Victoria the Defender of the Faith, the Mikado as Heaven’s Highest, Siam’s Lord of the White Elephant, and other sovereign epithets, noting their vanity and public perception.
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Orients
Turkey
Germany
Russia
Austria
England
Xerxes
Victoria
Japan
Tono
Siam
China
Irving Sons Enter Acting World Against Father’s Wish
Henry Irving, famed English actor, opposed stage life for his sons but both were educated highly and led into acting. The eldest H. B. has debuted as Beaufoy in Robertson's School. Critics say the choice may not suit his talents and await another trial.
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Henry Irving
Irving
H. B. Ber
Beaufoy
Robertson
The Turquoise Revival Touched by Royal Fashion
Old jewelry lore notes turquoise gains popularity after Princess of Wales wore turquoise at Marlborough House party. Report discusses natural sources in Persia Thibet China Arabia and other regions and warns on convincing fakes made from teeth or porcelain.
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Princess of Wales
Marlborough House
Persia
Thibet
China
Arabia
Great clothing sale from Fechheimer makers auction
Buyers from across the country attend a liquidation of fine garments from Messrs Fechheimer Goodkind Co. The sale promises 7 percent net profit on stock with men suits and overcoats offered at deep discounts. Corner Grant and Diamond hosts Pittsburg Combination Cloth Co. catalogued items include cock suits cutaway suits and various overcoats.
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Melton
Pittsburg Combination Cloth Company
Corner Grant and Diamond
Big Reductions in Pianos and Organs at Repxxrces Music Co
During a rebuilding sale at Ucoricks Music Co Ltd the front of the building is being torn down. Prices are cut in two to move stock quickly, with pianos and organs available at half price. Buyers are urged to inspect offerings at 101 and 103 Fifth Avenue.
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Ucoricks Music Co., Ltd
Fimth Avenue
Exposition Offering by Hendricks & Co and Mc Mahon Bros
Handsome cabinets offered with every dozen by Hendricks & Co at No 68 Bedeetred Allegheny. Mc Mahon Bros advertise balances for societies at 52 Fourth Avenue Bu Br. Edward Groetringer's ad appears on second wage.
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Hendricks & Co
Allegheny
McMahon Bros
Fourth Avenue
Edward Groetringer
The Spirit World and Theosophic Teachings on Spirits
A discussion on modern spiritualism its mix of fraud and fact and theosophist response. It outlines seven cardinal principles of man and the astral plane, describes post death dissolution, mediumship mechanics, and warnings about earthbound astral entities, arguing for knowledge over credulity.
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Theosophy
Orient
Earth
Astral Belt
Teg
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Popular This Winter
The remedy remains a favorite for winter colds with noted quick relief and a promise against pneumonia. Pleasant to take and well regarded, it sustains its popularity through seasonal use.
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Wsa
Rich men fishing at Pelee Clubhouse on Lake Erie
A writer describes a secretive elite fishing society on Peleé Island in Lake Erie. Rich Americans from New York and Chicago pay for four weeks of sport, with shares trading high and annual dues of 500, while the lavish setup masks a tale of luxury and exclusivity beyond the actual catch.
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At-In-Bay
Pelee
Lake Erie
Milly
New York
Chicago
Geo M. Pullman
M. 1 Field
General Sheridan
Erie
Robert Lincoln
Sheridan
Chance
Pelee Island Club a Retreat for Power and Bass
Wealthy magnates from Chicago and New York retreat to Pelee Island Point Sheridan for May to June and October to mid November fishing. The 25 member exclusive club funds lavish living with luxury tackle and tours, while a steamboat American Eagle ferries them daily to prime bass fishing spots.
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Point Sheridan
Chicago
New York
Peles Island
Peelee Club
Elysium
Frank A
Bure
Many Misfit Mates Divorce Suits Filed on Saturday
Commissioners in several cases note ten divorce suits entered yesterday surpassing the usual nine. Included are Elizabeth Coxon versus Ephraim Coxon—married 1886 with desertion alleged. Annie White versus Samuel White—married 1890 with desertion. Harvey McMullen versus Alice McMullen—married 1880 with infidelity alleged. Brien Cowan suit against J. M. Cowan—cruelty and desertion cited.
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Newlin
Washwere
Wise and Minor
Annie L. White
Samuel E. White
Ammon Bros
Elisabeth Coxon
Ephraim T. Coxon
Foz
A. W. Dean
J. M. Friedman
Annis Cowan
J.or
Avril
J. M. Cowan
T. B Alvorn
John Gavenna
Catherine Gavenna
Italy
Heall E
J. W. Hecue
Reckard
Ote
Marye
Ewes
Aston Moyersky
Teal Moyersky
Hie
H. &. Flord
Clara McGraw James McGraw
L. L. Davis
Tsabella Potts
J. Potts
W. M. Galbraith
Amy Erigger
George E. Erigzer
Piano sale notice at 631 Smithfield Street
Auction listing for upright pianos including a Fine 6700 Upright, $350 S192 upright, and a $700 instrument offered at $250. Also a first class cabinet with French action and tone, a plush piano stool, and a used $350 instrument three months old. Sale by 3M Hoursmans & Co. at Smithfield Street.
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HourMans &Con
Smithfield’ Street
Grand Opportunity From Standiford Hotel Auction
On November 2, 1691 the Standiford Hotel in Louisville will be offered to the highest bidder. The advertisement touts prime location near the new Union stall and labels the hotel as among the best in the United States. Edward Groetsinger’s ad appears on the second page.
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Standiford ‘Hotel
Louisvilley
Best Say
United States
New Union Station
Louisville
Kentucky
Tenth Street
Union Station
Standiford
Louisville Trust Company
Meddis & Southwick
Aucto Rs
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Louisville Trust CO
Standiford Hotel
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