Week in Review of Domestic and World News
A broad survey of recent events notes congressional votes on post office funding and campaign finance reform, currency commission plans, forest and water protection bills, and an omnibus public buildings measure. It also covers violence in Missouri and Indiana, natural disasters in Texas and Oklahoma, and major incidents from Paris to Cleveland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House
Conference
Post Office
Senate
Congress
Aldrich
National Monetary Commission
Military Academy
Interior Department
Bureau of Mines
White
Appalachian Mountains
National Forest Commission
Lilley
Connecticut
United States
Multiple US public figures in a web of scandals and crimes
A sweep of 1900 era items reports James Brimmingstall's arrest for attempted wife homicide and six murders suspected. J H Wade resigns from the University of Michigan amid accounting irregularities. Rev R A Ellwood resigns over alleged letters to a young woman. Mae C Wood’s divorce suit against Senator Platt collapses with perjury charges and bail set. cases include Ruth Miller poisoning verdict, a Kansas City murder conviction, a San Francisco court martial 15 year sentence for desertion, Platt denying marriage claims, and banker A McIntyre indicted for grand larceny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Brimmingstall
Dowagiac
Mich
J. H. Wade
University of Michigan
R. A. Ellwood
Presbyterian Church of
Leavenworth
Kan
Mae C. Wood
United States
Thomas C. Platt
O’gorman
Joseph Rosenbaum
Illinois G. A. R
Sarah Morasch
Kansas City
Ruth Miller
David Sheehan
San Francisco
Senator Platt
Mae Wood
Miss Wood
V. A. McIntyre
New York
Trolley Collisions Cause Fatalities and Injuries in Two Cities
Three people died and 48 were injured in Philadelphia trolley crashes while San Francisco saw one death and 20 injuries. Ernst Terwilger of Newark strangled his young wife in a drunken rage and faced threats of lynching. W. H. Howard of St Louis, a wealthy commission merchant, was struck dead by lightning while playing golf at Glen Echo Golf Club.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
San Francisco
Ernst Terwilger
Newark
W. H. Howard
St. Louis
Glen Echo Golf Club
Bravest Polish Waitress Foils Bank Robbery in New York
In broad daylight on First Street three men attempted to rob Jefferson bank messengers carrying 43000 dollars. A Polish waitress, Eva Javornicka, grabbed the leader, raised an alarm, a patrolman arrived, and the suspect Cosimo Roccobono was captured. Police also detained his father Giovanni Riccobono and brothers Salvatori and Dameano Riccobono for further questioning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Jefferson Bank
Clinton
Houston Streets
Canal Street
First Street
Samuel Edelman
Joseph H. Welsor
Abraham Stern
Edelman
Eva Javornicka
Hdelman
Cosimo Roccobono
Riccobono
Giovanni Riccobono
Salvatori
Dameano Riccobono
Thaw Ordered To Stay In Asylum By Supreme Court
Justice Morschauser rules Harry K Thaw insane and not fit for release on habeas corpus. He upholds the Dowling commitment to an asylum after Thaw's second Stanford White murder trial, and Thaw will not appeal if transfer to another asylum is granted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poughkeepsie
N. Y
Harry K. Thaw
Stanford White
Morschauser
Supreme Court
Thaw
Mrs Ellen Van derbilt Granted Divorce in New York
Mrs Ellen French Van derbilt was granted an interlocutory decree of divorce from Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt by Justice O Gorman. The decree allows her to remarry during Mr Vanderbilt's lifetime and bars him from remarriage during hers. Custody of their son William H Vanderbilt was awarded to Mrs Vanderbilt. No alimony was provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Ellen French Vanderbilt
Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt
O’gorman
Supreme Court
Burglar editor indicted for post office robbery in Beaver
Guthrie Oklahoma, Fred Tracy editor of the Beaver Herald and Democratic party figure, was indicted by a federal grand jury for robbing the Beaver City post office. The report also notes denials in New Jersey surrounding a marriage rumor involving local and New York figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guthrie
Okla
Fred Tracy
The
Beaver Herald
Democratic State Committee
Beaver City
Banana Pyramid and Other Salads with Dressings
A collection of historic salad recipes including Banana Pyramid Salad with peanut crusts and a butter vinegar dressing, Spanish Potato Salad with anchovies and capers, Salmon Salad with creamy egg dressing, and a long lasting custardlike Salad Dressing with eggs cream and vinegar.
Cheese as Food and Diet Tips from What to Eat
The piece argues cheese should be viewed as a sustaining food rather than a mere relish. It warns against hard tough blue mold varieties, notes grated cheese aids digestion, and claims a pound can rival three times its weight in lean beef for sustenance. It touts American cheddar, Edam, and Gouda as cheap, nutritious options for workers, and advises on moisture and rind quality.
The Good Cook Knowss Pull Bread Strips and Buttered Eggs
The article describes making pulled bread strips from crustless bread baked until crisp, used at formal dinners. It also explains fried eggs served with browned butter and vinegar, detailing butter heating, color, vinegar addition, and serving.
Muffins with Strawberries Recipe Instructions
This recipe describes making muffins by beating eggs and milk separately, then incorporating flour, salt, and mixing continually. Bake in greased rings for 20 to 30 minutes until puffed and hollow inside. Fill with strawberries and sugar after removing the tops.
Poor Woman Finds 220 Carat Diamond in Brazil Floor
A poor woman uncovering a floor in Patrocinia Brazil discovers a flawless diamond weighing 220 carats. The gem is described as the second largest found in America, prompting fascination and local attention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patrocinia
Brazil
America
Remove Kerosene From Carpet With Buckwheat Flour
Instructions suggest applying buckwheat flour to carpet spots and leaving it several hours. A second application is said to remove all spots, using flour as an absorbent agent.
Writer of Real Talent in Bushby Clarion
The editor praises reporter Gid Hobart for his skill describing a two column fire story about a deserted hen-house. He predicts Hobart’s talent will lead to his loss soon as he becomes highly sought after.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Bushby Clarion
Gid Hobart
Gid
Remarkable Cure of Severe Infant Eczema with Cuticura
A Virginia mother recalls her infant daughter's extreme eczema with nearly all skin gone and blood oozing for months. After doctors gave up, she used Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment, and the child, now nearly three, shows no signs of the condition. The note lists products and dates in 1906.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James J. Smith
Durmid
Gallantry and a baby give away plan
Weary William offers to escort a distressed young woman home after a lover's quarrel. Freddy, the only child, feels neglected by the new baby sister and devises a plan by placing signs to mislead his parents into thinking a baby is to be given away.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William
Freddy
Doctor endorses Grape-Nuts as a cure for malnutrition
A physician tests fully cooked Grape-Nuts with cow's milk after years of malnutrition and heart palpitations. He reports improved heart rhythm, digestion, and sleep, praising the food as a perfect feeding method and inviting readers to trust the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wellville
Also Mentioned on This Page
Joseph F. Lubeley
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church
Salisbury
Joseph Schuette
Lipman Kessler
Brooklyn
Nina EB. Doane
Texas
Oklahoma
W. F. Saunders
Europe
Marcus A. Hanna
Cleveland
Ruth Hanna McCormick
Mabel Hanna Parsons
President Fallieres
France
London
Edward
B. Krasnicka
Chicago
North Judson
Ind
Paris
Christchurch
Detroit
Ray Lamphere
Belle Gunness
Lamphere
Andrew Helgelein
Superior
Ogle Station
Belleville
Ill
Rosie Aronwall
Daughters of Jacob
McBride
Paterson
N. J
Equity
New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad Company
Boston & Maine Railroad
New Haven
United States Circuit Court
Boston
Zenas Crane
Dalton
Mass
Peary
Presbyterian Church In the
Baxter P. Fullerton
William H. Roberts
Illinois Supreme Court
Alton
Ambrose
Minnie Ribb
Contich
Antwerp
Vestal
Admiral Goodrich
General News
Justice Morschauser
Vanderbilt
Anna
Helle
William Budenbender
Hoboken
Prince de Sagan
Mme. Gould
New Jersey
Wasa
Board of Health
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!