Taken to Fort Madison after insanity spell in city
Shawer, a young machinist known for bold business flourishes, was taken to Fort Madison by Chief Kennedy after a spell of insanity. He has been in Mercy hospital’s insane ward since Thursday and shows improvement though still discussing politics and not violent. His family in Fort Madison was shocked by the development.
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Fort Madison
Wendl E. Shawer
Kennedy
Shawer
Mercy Hospital
Utica
James S. Sherman
Ihem
Congress
Sherman
Ice Trust
Trust
William D. Wallace
Tabernacle Baptist Church of
Moline Man Arrested for Window Climbing on Trains
Oscar Thorne of Midland Motor Car company was arrested on disorderly conduct after climbing through a streetcar window to gain entry. The habit of east-city workers to enter cars this way prompted warnings from the interurban company and a patrol presence following Thorne’s initial attempt.
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W. P. Bettendorf
Chicago
C., M. & St. P. Railway Company
Pacific Coast
Milwaukee
Oscar Thorne
Midland Motor Car Company
Gully
Interurban Company
Thorne
James S Sherman Career Exposed in Utica Mayors Row
The piece recounts James S. Sherman’s municipal ties to a gambling ring, calls for his removal, and notes a reform movement leading to his ouster as mayor. It details his subsequent political trajectory from Utica mayor to longtime congressman with limited notable legislative achievements.
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Utica
Sherman
Ring
Citizens
Utica Press
Nincompoop
James S. Sherman
Republican Party
U. S
Congress
Half a Century of Success Promotes Father John’s Medicine
The Reverend Father John O’Brien of Lowell Mass recommended a health prescription to parishioners and friends. Named Father John’s Medicine, it was advertised with his approval. The remedy, from an eminent specialist, is described as pure wholesome and free from narcotics. It claims to strengthen the body and has reportedly cured colds throat and lung troubles for 50 years.
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John O'Brien
Lowell
Mass
Father John
Piles Cured in 6 to 14 Days Paro Ointment Claim
An advertisement promises cure for itching bleeding or protruding piles within six to fourteen days with a money back guarantee. It claims Paro Ointment can treat all pile cases and offers refund if not cured.
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