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Newspaper
Preston Booster
Location
Preston, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1912
Page
4
A historical note on essence of mummy once used in Persian pharmacopoeia. The text links embalming practices, ritual swathing, and claimed therapeutic virtues to cures for convulsions and fevers, citing ancient rulers and poets. It also touches on later curiosities and a miscellaneous article mix.
A legend in Harper’s Weekly recounts an alchemical tale of aluminium’s discovery. A metal worker shows a brilliant white, light metal at Tiberius's court, claims it derived from clay alumina, and is executed to guard the secret. The story questions if the world lost centuries of aluminum use.
Sam Hussey recounts an early private Kerry carriage bought by Visa Mullins who flaunts its status at a village dance. Wet weather leads her to ride pillion, catching a chill that becomes pneumonia and she dies. Relatives gather as she gasps for death, thanking she never took out the carriage that wet night.
Law rence police arrested parents and guardians who attempted to send children away on trains toward Philadelphia. More than 300 children were sent from the city to homes of strikers sympathizing with the workers. Children were held at a local poor farm and most were later returned to their families as the IWW-led strike aimed to gain broader support.
Folke E Brandt, Swedish servant to Mortimer L Schiff, loses status as convict after Justice Gerard grants habeas corpus. District Attorney probes possible conspiracy and missteps in early plea, aiming to determine if Brandt was railroaded into a plea for a light sentence and to ensure a full inquiry into the matter.
Messrs Golightly Low Funk Nielsen and a railway group have gained control of the Low resort near Franklin. The property is described as a scenic western park within a mile of town, featuring a deep ravine, tall trees, purling streams, natural springs and cascading water. The description highlights its wild natural beauty and icy waters suitable for breeding.
Public notice lists names including E Dixon and Henry W Kieler connected to Clifton Idaho matters. Residents are advised to review details and respond as required by the applicable authority.
Publication notice from the Department of the Interior Land Office at Blickfoot Idaho announcing a claimant's land claim establishment. Witnesses named include Birt Brower Arthur Kofoed George Charles Kofored, Henry W. Kietor. Date listed as October 1st.
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