County reports high poorhouse costs amid education talks
Towanda January meeting reveals Fradford County poor relief expenses totaling $26,008.12 with 58,415 days of support and per capita weekly cost of $1.78. The session also features lectures by Prof. Taylor, Prof. Coyne, and county officials on school order, teaching methods, and local history, plus a performance by the Schubert Quartette.
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Towanda
Fred R. Prince
State Board of Public Charities
Fradford
Tohonta
Taylor
Coyne
Charles Weber
Setory
Pris
Dunmore
R. N. Davia
Wynning
Len
Grectore
F. W. Parker
Bemne
Janeudee
Gieorge Downe
Gieorge Downe, Wt "Taylor
Chorge Howell
Sehmbert
J.T. Watkins
Lenidon
Howell Dd
Joshua Johbos
Burgess F. Watkins
Montrose Notes Include Church Revivals and Local News
Rolling county items from Montrose report revival meetings at Themeon and First Presbyterian churches led by Rev. HL Sheldon, updates on residents including J J O Vallatian as Prudent al Insurance agent, and Mrs M S Dessauer visiting Susquehanna relatives. Also noted are a new fire-proof archive vault plan by the Susquehanna County Historical Society and social events such as the Lanesboro Hose Company hop and bridal tour return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bnedal
Beranton
Susquehanna Jdan
Montrose Republic
The
Republican
James PL Taylor
W. D. R. Ainey
Montrose Tomorreow
John J. O'Vallatian
Prudental Insurance Company
Susquehanna
Oakland
M. 8. Dessauer
Montrose
Themeon Methodist
C. BE. Fuller
Erle
Lanesboro Hoss Company
Tonsoria Artie Helly
Starracen House
California
First Presbyterian Church
HL. D. Sheldon
Kingston
Sheldon
Lark FM. Voss
Auburn
Susquehanna County
Harrisburg
Susquehanna County Historical Society
Tts
Thomas J. Carrigg
Broadstreet
Erie
Dodd
Phace
Onega
Deposit
Bessie Sweet
Wringhamtoon
Christ Church
Christ Episcopal Church
Montrose Republican
Nona Aye
John Jay
Crandall House
Binghamton
Hays
T. J. Pentecost
Burgess
Milford
George Washington
Suequehannne Cony
Philanthropie
Teachers Institute Held Meeting in Old Forge Borough
In Old Forge Borough educators from Wed Forge and nearby areas gathered in the high school auditorium Saturday afternoon to discuss educational problems. President Elon F. RR. Coyne opened the session noting professional groups hold public meetings, but not the public, and implied this gathering invites broader participation.
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Wed Forge
High Wheel
Elon
F. RR. Coyne
Becaus
Pomp in South Carolina Courts and Ceremonial Dress
The article describes old Southern pomp in South Carolina's legislature and courts with sheriff escorts, judges in black ostrich plumes and swords, and ceremonial dress. It notes a whittling of such rites yet mentions a convention to require formal attire for bar members and officials, including the mace and sword symbolism during sessions and inaugurations.
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Colombia
Orie Inala
Ervort
House of Representatives
Senate
Eergeants-At-Arms
House
Dedication of the Immaculate Conception Church at Taylor
The new Catholic church of the Immaculate Conception at Taylor was dedicated by Rt Rev Bishop M J Hoban before a full congregation. The ceremony featured a high mass with Rev J A Reilly as celebrant and numerous local clergymen participating. The church, completed and costing about 14000, sits on a high eminence overlooking the valley and will have grounds graded this spring to enhance its setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scranton
J. J. Curran
Wilkes- Karte
I F. Quinlan
Pittston
T. PS Coffee
Carbendale
John Ruddy
Walter Gorman
Minooka
William O'Donnell
James Gordon
Old Forges
John Loughran
Michael Donlan
Dunmore
John Greeves
J. J. Feelex
William
Father Moffit
Defeat of the British Concludes Reporting on War Turmoil
The Times mobilizes on a failed campaign and warns of a major catastrophe rivaling Yorktown. Calls arise to mobilize 50 000 more troops, possibly another 50 000, as ministers face criticism. London papers debate war strategy, leadership, and Boer resistance amid mounting doubt.
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the Times
Yorktown
Cluirey
Daily Mail
Michael Hicks Beach
Lord Lansdowne
Lord Woleeley
Lincoln
Simon Cameron Fou
Secnetary
Morning Post
Cape
Standard
Boes
Thuiller
Judu
Butler
London
Boers Thank London As Spionkop Action Details
A Pretoria dispatch dated January 2 reports Boer forces abandoned Spionkop after heavy fighting near the trench line. The report claims Boers carried the first trenches and took prisoners, while a white flag signaled a cease after the assault.
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London
Jaan
Spionkop
Hvitheh
Lendoen
Pretoria
Lourenzo Marques
Duntaey
Spienkop
New York Vessel Arrivals and Sailed Passages Noted
A chaotic OCR fragment lists ships and routes including New York arrivals and departures. Mentions St Lavi, Southampton, Aller, Bremen, Lucania from Liverneals, Prawle Point Sared, Kea sington, Antwerp bound for New York. The incomplete text hints at transatlantic maritime activity with several ship names and ports.
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New York
Jin
St. Lavi
Southoampton
Aller
Bremen
Lucania
Liverneals
Prawle Point
Sareed
Keasington
Antwerp
Mystery of the Maine Concluded
Chief Wilkie of the U S secret service pressed for more facts as Senor D Martines stuck to his tale. An affi davit sworn in the Hotel Arlington named Spanish officers and claimed more Maine plots failed, but no proof yet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John E. Wilkie
United States Secret Service Bureau
Herald
Senor D'Martines
D'Martines
Arlington
D'Martinez
Havana
Maine
Hunt for a Lost Legislator in Kentucky Capitol Search
Adjutant General Cottier and two Republicans rushed from Frankfort to Lexington seeking Ephraim Hayes of Pulaski after he vanished as the legislature convened. Hayes was seen boarding a train toward Lexington and had drawn his pay, prompting reports that Goebel's ally would win the governorship with potential force.
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Lexington
O'Clork
Cottier
K. J. Hampton
Frankfort
Ephraim Hayes
Pulaski County
Hayes
State House
Mayes
Goebel
VOLUMNIA'S GOOD WORK SAVES TUMACO FROM REBEL ATTACK
From Hamburg steamer Vol vonia reports the town of Tumaco Colombia was saved from capture by rebels after the vessel arrived off port. The governor, at his wit's end, sent a defiant message claiming government troops were en route. The rebels abandoned their plan following the sighting of Velumala.
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San Mego
Tumaco
Colombo
Tustther
Turmace
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Boosts Local Sales
Pierson drug store manager reports strong sales of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with five bottles sold to a customer. The article touts quick relief from cough sore throat and lung irritation during la grippe era, noting growing sales and satisfied customers. Matthews Brothers are wholesale and retail agents.
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Martin
Pierson Drug Store
Chamberlain
la Grippe
Chicago
Shima Sails for Japan amid China tensions and naval build up
London reports the Japanese battleship Shikishima sails with debatable aims linked to China. Analysts say Japan may strike at Russia if needed. two other warships are nearing completion in Britain. The Shikishima, laid 1897, is 400 feet long, 14,850 tons, with 4 12-inch guns and 741 crew.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
China
Buet Canal
Associated Press
Japan
Russia
Clyde
England
Far East
Jowan
Thames Iron Works
Atlantic League holds meeting call for eight franchise bids
President Horace S. Fogel calls a February 12 meeting at the Sterling House Wilkes-Barre to choose eight Atlantic League clubs for the coming season. Applicants include Beranton Wilkes-Barre Allentown Trenton Reading Lancaster Chester Wilmington Atlantic City Herrishire Newark and Harrisburg is uncertain due to lack of grounds in the city.
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Philadelphia
Horace S. Fogel
Atlantic Baseball League
Sterling House
Wilkes-Barre
Ap. m
Fogel
Berenton
Allentown
Trenton
Reading
Lancaster
Chester
Wilmington
Atlantic City
Herrishire
Newark
Douti
Harrisburg
Uhough
William Barnie
W. F. Burnham
Weather Hazard Threat Poses Winter Guard in Texas
Austin reports severe winter conditions as a heavy frost advances across central Texas. The day sees rapidly dropping temperatures since noon with signs of harsher cold overnight as the winter season intensifies.
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Austin
Tex
Central Tesas
Vrediced
Indei
Crone
Barbadoes Meeting Sounds Out Volunteer Force
An enthusiastic gathering in Bridge town Barbadoes last Wednesday discussed organizing a volunteer unit and expressed Barbadoes desire to share in imperial defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tiemas
DW. C. Dum
Bridgetown
Barbadoes
Bromo Quinine Tablets Backed by Refund Promise
Company advertises Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets with a money back guarantee if the remedy fails to cure. The advertisement bears E W Girove’s signature on each box.
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E. W. Girove
Markets Breeze Amid Rumors and Mixed Signals on Jun 2
New York stock activity shows slight gains and firmer tones amid rumors of a Sinemet deal and a cautious bank statement outlook. Third Acme attracts attention while Burlington and Windstead lead a tepid rally. December earnings and a $10,000 decline in net income affect sentiment. Grain and livestock markets show mixed moves with wheat and corn shipments steady, and receipts lower than prior periods.
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New York
Herron
Third Acme
Osteenguin
Avaten
Burlington
Iifert
Mercantile
Quiet conditions linger in midtown New York trading notes
Market chatter from New York reflects subdued activity with little movement in prices. several listings and brands appear among muted investor interest. Creamery and dairy mentions surface in fragmented fashion as buyers await clearer signals.
Philadelphia Creamery Dairy Prices and Grades Report
Philadelphia dairy market notes list wheat firm prices and varying grades for creamery products. Mixed lots of milk and cream are reported with terms like fancy, prints, and standard, reflecting seasonal pricing and quality grades across regional buyers.
Wheat market mixed after Paris advance and rumors fade
The CHivond market opened firmer on Paris gains and Argentine rumors but slid on word New York cleared a verse for Resiro. May prices softened. cash quotes showed winter patents steady and other grain and feed markers dropped with mixed signals across corn and barley markets.
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Chivond
Paris
New York
Resiro
EOS Bakers
Cattle and Livestock Prices Mixed in Weekly Market Report
The report shows cattle and stockers steady with feeders around 3.26 to 3.50 per unit and good to low quality cows near 2.50. Calves and heifers trend lower while hogs and sheep hold firm with natives and wethers around 8.70 and western lambs near 8. Ample receipts noted for cattle hogs and sheep week to date.
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Texas
el Rough
WATT
East Buffalo Market Report Mixed Cattle and Sheep Activity
Readable prices and trends show cattle steady to higher with active, heavier weights noted. Sheep and lambs stay active with improved demand while hogs remain strong. December to January movement cited with regional notes and price ranges.
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East Buffalo
Jnohe
Sighs Canada Fame
New York Market Prices Incomplete Record
Fragmentary OCR notes refer to livestock and market terms in New York. Calves and lambs are mentioned amid uncertain words and figures, with notes on sheep and markings. No clear events or outcomes emerge from the legible text.
Unclear OCR Notice of Local Event
Fragmentary text from an OCR page shows partial phrases and names. The readable items include scattered references to locations and persons but lack coherent context or a complete event description. No definite outcome or dates are discernible.
Quincy Police Kill Two Safe-Job Fugitives in Dramatic Shootout
Quincy police last night killed two experienced safe crackers suspected of a daring June 8 burglary at the Adams County Building and Loan. A third man was fatally shot, and a fourth wounded, after a pursuit through the New Berlin Tower area. Police recovered burglary tools and disguises from the suspects.
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Quinncy
Dan
Quincy
Hitago
Ant
Aime
Galesburg
Freeport
Ad@wme County
Howe W
Aod
Larordas
Tires
Moeckers Hetel Twee
Chen Peitering
Sieds City
Privter
George Koch
Cumberlin Tower
Meecker
John Ahearn
Ahearn
Charnhorst
Hurt
H. F. Crowley
C. H. Rogers
Deters
Op i Ak Prins
Chicago
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Northeastern
Pennsylvania
Bradford
State Board of Health
Teachers’ Institute
Iatructors
Old Forge Borough
South Carolina
Mystery OF the
Volumnia
Jonas Long's
Martha Washington
Jonas Long
Shima
Suez Canal
Patriotic Barbadoes
Wall Street Review
Scranton Board of Trade Exchange
H G. Date
Lackawannia
Thutter
Tube
Jae
Fee
Beles
Weetorn
Brenady
Salle
Orne
Orn
Cute
Michels
Ribune
Jordan & Co
Mears
Orig
Mat Ng
Fugor
Aly
Tohnern
Tobreen
Chicago Board OF Trade
Peeseesbue
Ask
First National Bank
Keranton Savings Bank
Scranton Puecking Co
Third National Bank
Lucka.rust & Fafe
Dls Scranton Paint Co
Chik & Snover
Clark & Snover, J
Iron Pence
Keranton Axle Works Ee
Id Dairy Ao
Lucha
Aia Co
Bovings Bank & Trust Co
Bank Tarbondales
Von
Standard Drilling Co
Winae People's Street Railway
People's Street
Oral
Mortenge
Dickson Manufaccturt
Beranton &T. Imp
Mt. Vernon
Beranton Traction
New York Grain and Produce
Jani
Donerthoen
Egethans
Tye Daly
White
Peto Trek
Mabie
Philadelnite
Qreen Ret Peanies
Philhitelphia
Dan. T
Dumiany TyaTien
Orn Hull
Penns Ives
Chicago Grain and Produce
Buffalo
Neeves
Criedit Bolaines
Hipmerita
Hairei
Castoria
Chae
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