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Portland Daily Press

Location

Portland, Maine, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1901

Page

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Paine's celery compound praised by General Rodriguez

A testimonial letter from Gen. J. M. Rodriguez of Havana extols Paine's celery compound as a cure for nervous prostration, impure blood, and insomnia after five years of illness. The letter credits the remedy with restoring health and saving him from death or confinement, citing widespread public approval.

Paine Gen. Rodriguez Havans Campos Rodrigues Puyallana Providence Maine Calery Compound Santiago Rodriguez M. A J. M. Bracho Edwardo Dele ‘Lorre Porfirio Masvidal F. Gato Oek Pineda Peiro Herrera Y Hermanos A. Hinoon Noe J. M Rodriguez Buenness

Booz Investigation Nears Conclusion at West Point

West Point January 18 A congressional committee led by General Dick of Obijia will likely finish its hazing probe at the military academy tomorrow night. Cadets in the frat class resisted reforms since arriving as plebes ten days ago, with substantial evidence gathered beyond the military court of inquiry. Cadet Frapola W. Clark testified against hazing practices, drawing praise from Mr. Drigga who called Clark a credit to the academy.

West Point Congressional Committee Dick of Plebea Frapola W. Clark Lilinole Tole Lie Drigga Clark Academy

National WCIUU leaders seek constitutional amendment on marriage

Mrs. Lillian M. N. Stevens national president of the W UCI U and Mrs. Susanna M. L D Fry national recording secretary have sent a petition to the judiciary committee of the House asking for amendment to define legal marriage to Lemonegamie and declare polygamy a crime against the United States with severe penalties.

Chicago The Tribune Asys Lillian M. N. Stevens Susanna M. LD. Fry Judiciary Committee House of Represeptatives United States

Postmaster Appointment Noted for Centre E

The article notes the appointment of J. Hodgdon as postmaster at Centre E for the next term. This official action highlights the selection process and local government authority in postal service appointments.

Portland Valuation Debate Highlights Conservative Growth

Gen Fessenden delivers figures backing Portland wealth amid calls against state assessors raising the city’s value. The 1900s ten year growth shows population up about 20 percent, with Portland’s valuation rising 15 percent by state assessors and property gains in Deering and on Congress Street. Portland Harbor and wholesale trade expand as rail lines and streetcar service improve access and hotel business doubles since ten years ago.

Augusta Webb Portland Francia Fessenden United States State Board of Assessors Potule Lewiston Hiram Knowlton Bistary Valuation Commission City of Portland Fessenden Deering Brooklyn New York Portland Harbor Elx Mortland Congress Street Monument Square Lonefellow Square

Portland Leads U S Cities In Wealth Per Capita

The article praises Portland under Mayor Baxter for long term public improvements and strong leadership. It argues the city attracts investment by offering wealth per capita and diverse opportunities. It urges business leaders to act with public spirit to seize future growth.

Portland Baxter A

Berlin Hosts Grand Bi Centenary Celebration In Gala Attire

Berlin on January 18 displayed holiday splendor as the bi centenary festivities continued. The historic district near the castle and Brandenburg Gate drew dense crowds with princes trooping past and troops marching to services in the garrison church. Emperor William received ovations as troops carried isovel wreaths to the castle service. New York reop rt notes improved general trade, steady commodity prices, strong manufacturing orders, and bank exchanges well above prior years.

Berlin Mrandenburg William New York H.G Dun & Co Reading

Queen's Health Announcement Quiet royal duties advised

London January 18 report states The Queen has endured great strain on her powers over the past year and her physician recommends she be kept perfectly quiet at home and abstain from business for the present.

London

Four Master Schooner Contract Reported In New York

Arthur W. Blackburn & Co. announce a contract with Kelley & Spar of Bath to build a four master schooner 165 feet keel 86 feet beam 15 feet hold at about 40000 dollars to be ready June next. Owners include Capt. Frenk Oram of Bristol Maine who will command, F. J. Henkley of Hath Maine, and Arthur W. Hinckbarn & Co.

New York Arthur W. Blackburn & Co Kelley & Spar Bath Frenk Oram Bristol F. J. Henkley Hath, Me Arthur W. Hinckbarn

Insane Hospital Trustees Elect New Officers

At a Bangor meeting the eastern Maine Insane Asylum trustees elected Charles St. Pearl as treasurer and Merbert I. Powers as secretary of the board. The session occurred this evening in the city.

Bangor Charles St. Pearl Astern Maine Regin Merbert ‘I. Powers

Fire Gutts Montreal Millinery Firm Worth 200000

Fire in Montreal destroys the wholesale millinery firm of Thomas May & Co. The loss is estimated at two hundred thousand dollars. The blaze caused extensive damage and the stock and premises were heavily affected. Authorities investigate the cause.

Montreal Thomas May & Co Victoria

Weather Forecasts Fly Across Cities In Early 1900s Dispatch

The Boston forecast predicts Saturday fair weather with increasing clouds and light snow later, followed by Sunday with more sunshine but freezing temperatures. Washington notes occasional snow in New England and a shift to southerly winds, while Portland records a cold day with NW winds, clear skies, and a 24 hour precipitation total of 4.

Boston Washington New England Portland

Weather summary from January 14 observations across cities

The Agricultural Department Weather Bureau reports January 14 observations at 6 pm. Boston shows 12 degrees with W wind and clear skies. New York 16 degrees with XW wind and clear. Philadelphia 22 degrees with Washington R's? Albany 6 degrees with N wind. Seattle 44 degrees with W wind and clear.

Agricultural Department Weather Bureau Jsn Boston New York Sealers Philadelia Albany Biamarot Seakion

Awful Grand Trunk Collision Leaves Dozens Killed

A head on wreck on the Grand Trunk near Lookes Mills Missouri killed six men and left many injured. Trains east bound No 92 and others collided with west bound No 85 amid flames and exploding cars. Firemen and rescuers battled the blaze as engineers and conductors escaped or perished. Names of the dead and injured appear in early reports along with blame and delayed service for passengers.

Roberta Inhompson Roberts Thompson Kiremanoss Hrakeman Oliver Dames Berlin Barker Hill 4Th No.2 Itia Shelburne Foley Walt Merlin Fire Department Dende Milea Peter ‘Bompséon Montreal Thompoon Lookes Mills Freman Gundry Hla Fying Leap Bels

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