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Newspaper

Portsmouth Times

Location

Portsmouth, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 1902

Page

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Captain McAllister Killed In Fog Bound Portsmouth Train Crossing

A foggy morning accident at a railroad crossing near Portsmouth led to the death of Captain McAllister as a double header passenger train thundered by. Officials at the scene gathered witnesses, a coroner's inquest followed, and the verdict exonerated the railroad from blame. The captain’s body was later moved to Tulerton for burial with family and riverman colleagues in attendance.

Walter Orton Jaks James Tom Henn Vite Ima Lister Portsmouth Testes George Muffet Iris Vo J"ullorson C.J. Lamberton Betwen Catlettsburg Billy Jack Lansing Applegate William Burt McAllister Ian Beatty Cincinnati- Charleston Tim Fisk Ironton Fayette Kate Henderson Bonanaza Aladison St. Lawrence John McAllister Fannie Dugan Bay Line Tsaad Milles Imo Bay Ling Colllar McAlister Tulerton Ately T Vitor No

Bridge Damage Report From The West Side Clash

A fragment notes significant damage after a recent incident on the west side bridge. The brief mentions bent components and substantial impact, with no further details on location or involved parties.

DeWitt’s Little Early Risers Promote Digestive Health

Albany Ga resident Wooper credits DeWitt’s Little Early Risers for relief from biliousness and constipation. The pills are praised as safe, thorough, and gentle with the claim of improving overall well being. Sold by Visher Sircieh at John C. Fisher drug store.

Jon de Witt Wooper Albany Visher & Sircieh John C. Fisher Drug Store

Sleigh Upset in Snow Strikes Whitneys and Streets

Glenny Whitney figures in a Wednesday sled accident as a sleigh veered into Washington Street amid deep snow. The horse bolted toward the curb, Whitney was freed from the drift by Tom Burt and escaped without injury.

Glenny Whitney von Stearns Woashiner Dungiat Washington Camel Whitney Tom Burt

Cough Remedy Promises Protection Against Grippe and Pneumonia

Advertises a cough remedy as the best protection against colds and la grippe with claims it prevents pneumonia. Cites widespread use by tens of thousands and asserts quicker relief than other treatments. Sold by Fisher and Streich druggists.

Innes Band Delights Few At Grand Opera House

A small audience greeted Innes band at the Grand Opera House on a Wednesday evening. Heavy snow and light advertising kept many away, but those present gave enthusiastic applause with each number, though the singers were not summoned for encores.

Innes Grand Opera House Sousa’s Marine Band

Mrs Dages Visits From Chicago Over Ill Brother

From Chicago, Mrs. Walter Dages has come to the city due to her brother Adam Schmidt’s illness. Mr. Dages left for Erie about a year ago, then moved to Chicago where he found a steady position in a stove foundry.

Walter Dages Chicago Adam Schmidt Dages Erie

Row at Maine saloon leads to brief guilty pleas

Charles Harmon and Will Mayfield pleaded guilty after a disturbance at the Maine saloon Wednesday. Harmon, employed by Yellow Poplar Lumber, paid $2 and costs. Mayfield paid $2 and costs. Foreman Carter settled Harmon’s fine. Also, Dan Connolley and John Stevens clashed at a North End dance. Stevens suffered a black eye. The mayor ordered no warrants yet while a full inquiry proceeds.

Charles Harmon Will Amaayfield Maine Harmon Yes Mayfield Yellow Poplar Lumber Company Carter C. Adams North End Dan Connolley John Stevens Stevens Cunnatley Tire

Surgeon's Knife Not Needed for Piles Cure

NOTICE: De Witt's Witch Hazel Salve claims to cure piles without surgery and remove need for dangerous operations. It also purportedly treats burns wounds sores and skin diseases. Sold at counterfe iter Streich, Wuster Bra. isher drug store.

de Witt

Missed payment stories of agents and illness rise

Forgot to Pay. A M Swartz a picture agent heading with Mrs Allison of Chi... atet has skipped lawn beard bill manhaH Will Andres is recovering from his iuvert illness with typhoid fever.

A.M. Swartz Will Andres

Enthusiastic Meeting of Journeymen Barbers

The journeymen barbers held an enthusiastic meeting at the West Fourth Street shop. Attendees noted the routine business including initiation fees and monthly dues for members not currently in the union.

West Fourth

Operation on David Poffenberger Reports Success

David Poffenberger brother of Councilman P Poffenberger underwent a hydrocele operation at 1000 a.m. performed by Dr. Le F. Ruel, chief surgeon of the Electric Medical Institute. The procedure was declared entirely successful. Dr. Russell, same surgeon who operated on Jerry Rainey, aided. Rainey has gained about forty pounds since his operation and suffered no pain.

David Poffenberger Councilmar P Poffen le F. Ruel ilroad _ aml Electrc Medical.institute Poffenberger Recesjer Russell Jerry Rainey Rainey

A Good Rule Revealed in Barlow’s Payroll Practice

Yohn Barlow favors the working people by hiring many for short stints. His payroll, approved Wednesday night, lists 350 men who each earned a few days of work. The approach is praised as commendable for spreading benefits widely.

Yohn Barlow Sontlerog Barlow

Krause’s Cold Cure Promises Quick Cold Relief

An advertised remedy called Krause’s Cold Cure claims to cure colds in 24 hours for head chest throat or mug region and to prevent colds if taken at first symptoms. Sold by Fish and Streich pharmacy.

Krause Fish and Streich Pharmacy

Motion to Dismiss Condemnation Proceedings Argued

Judge Ball heard a motion to dismiss condemnation proceedings against Mrs. B. F. Toyse et al brought by Norfolk and Western. Attorney George M. Osborne argued the railroad, as a foreign corporation, could not sue in Ohio courts. Judge Ball will study authorities and rule Thursday. All kinds of seeds at Stahler's big store. I sw 3w.

B. F. Toyse Norfolk and Western Ball George M. Osborne Ohio Bannon Stahler’s

Streetcar Conductors Struck With Snow Pushes

Earned Their Money. The conductors on the street cars faced a strenuous morning as a small heap of snow stalled wheels. The motorman shouted for passengers to alight and push, forcing conductors to descend and labor to move the heavy cars over slick tracks.

Guardian Appointed for Mrs. Frank M. Smith in Illness

Columbus reports F. M. Smith has fallen ill due to distress over a heavy misfortune. The case concerns Dr. WLW. Smith being named guardian of Mrs. Frank M. Smith after she was adjudged insane, a deeply sad development for all involved.

Wlw. Smith Frank M. Smith Columbus F. M. Smith

Unity Sunday School Social North of City on Chillicothe Pike

The Unity Sunday school women invite friends to a social at their hall a half mile north on the Chillicothe pike this Saturday evening starting at six. Candidates are especially invited to attend this community event to meet and mingle.

Unity Sunday School Chillicothe Pike

Had Large Insurance Teiary Spanner Ironton dealer obituary

Teiary Spanner, once a dealer in Ironton and a former resident here, died last week. He carried a life insurance policy valued at $15,090.

Teiary Spanner Ironton Iumler

How to Cure the Grip Remedy Advice From 1800s

The article urges staying at home and using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as directed to speed recovery from the grip. It claims the remedy counteracts pneumonia risk and notes thousands have used it with universal recoveries. Fisher and Streich druggists sell the product.

Chamberlain Fisher and Streich

New Spring Embroideries Arrive at Bargain Prices

New spring embroideries have arrived with one of the best selected lines ever. Every piece a genuine bargain. See the newest insertions Valenciennes machine Torchon Mechlin lace and black and white laces from dainty edges to wide flouncings. Visit to save money on purchases.

Henrietta Camdensi

Afflicted Ayers Family Seeks Work for Father

Five Ayers sisters aged from babyhood to ten have recovered from anemia. Their mother lies ill in bed while the brick mason father is out of work. The Times noted their distress and philanthropists are urged to assist. the family relies on charity until employment is found.

Busy scene at Ward's restaurant after band arrival

A bustling Wednesday night at Ward's restaurant followed Innes and his band's performance. About thirty band members rushed in on the C. & QO. train, creating an unexpected crush. AT handled the crowd efficiently, serving everyone promptly despite the pressure. Similar rush occurred after the show.

Farmer Uyland Dies After Long Illness at 74

Andrew Uyland, a veteran farmer of Pine Creek, Scioto county, died Wednesday at his home after a long illness. He was seventy four and a resident of the county for many years. Survived by two daughters Mrs Charles Magee and Mrs Knauss, five in this city. Interment was this morning at Whelersburg from the Catholic church.

Andrew Uyland Pine Creek Scioto ‘County Charles Magee Knauss Whelersburg

Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Cited For Grippe Cure

F L Hewett of Winfield Kansas recounts a winter bout with grippe in 1890s and credits Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with breaking up the cold and stopping the cough. He attests it prevented further pneumonia risk and praises its pleasant taste. Sold by Fisher and Streich druggists.

F. L. Hewett Winfield, TM Chamberlain Grippe Fisher and Streich Drug Flats

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