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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1905
Page
7
Miss Mildred Keller of Washington DC writes that Peruna relieved her years of catarrh after failed treatments. She says the remedy built her constitution revived appetite and left her feeling well and strong. The paper notes many testimonials received by Dr Cartman.
A rumor of impending ground and naval engagements grows as Russian leaders signal readiness and observers cite intensified troop movements. Analysts dispute timing while public fear rises and allied powers monitor events.
Reports from St Petersburg indicate a silence from Manchuria and possible end of last home dispatches as Vice Admiral Rojestvensky and his fleet near Vladivostok or Togo. Navy officers anticipate first skirmishes as squadrons ready for action and assess leadership succession if Rojestvensky is incapacitated. General Linevitch is poised for swift action as Russian forces refit for battle.
Reports from London indicate Vice Admiral Rojestvensky has begun a northern march seeking a final departure point to meet Japan. Kwangehau bay stands as the northernmost French vessel sign on the Chinese sea with a suitable anchorage and protected channel for a large fleet. London circles claim the Russian Pacific fleet faces severe coal shortages and growing difficulties prolonging its Indo-Chinese stay.
Wooster banker Ohliger pleads guilty in Cleveland federal court to issuing a draft with no funds to cover it. Judge Taylor sentences the ex-president of the closed Wooster National Bank to eight years in the Ohio penitentiary. Ohliger is a former congressman, county treasurer, Wooster postmaster, and Cleveland internal revenue collector.
Paris reports French officials state the Russian fleet has not entered French waters. Communications with Indo China authorities suggest the fleet remains outside French limits, and being off Hon Kho Bay does not breach neutrality.
The article contrasts today’s farming life with fifty years ago, noting daily mail, telephonic markets, modern homes, plumbing, heating, and acetylene lighting. It claims farmers are among the largest users of acetylene gas and praises ongoing agricultural progress and the farmer’s improved status as the country evolves.
Yesterday the fare game in the St Elmo saloon drew strong attention. Arthur Cordiner of the Fashion held as much as 3800 dollars at one period, drawing the heightened curiosity of veteran locals. When the stakes rose Charley Hooker assumed the dealer’s chair.
In Paris high prices persist for antique snuff boxes. At M Guilhou of Bayonne’s sale, a gold enamel box valued at 1600 dollars by the official expert sold for 4000. A pair of candlesticks once owned by Marie Antoinette sold for 3000, below expectations.
The Sun reports Americans spent about as much on gems and jewelry as on pianos and other musical instruments, and more than three times as much as on sewing machines, highlighting consumer spending patterns.
More than 540 agricultural societies across Servia distribute modern machinery and implements to farmers. The networks operate with a central office located in Belgrade.
A Buffalo housewife credits a nervous stomach with her poor health and claims Grape-Nuts aided a complete recovery. She reports weight gain, no stomach burning, steadier nerves, and renewed energy, with Postum Co. promoting the product as the key.
Report from the British steamer Hong Wang places the Russian squadron about 150 miles from Annam on May 16 heading north toward Hainan. The Segovia also reported 42 Russian ships forty miles from Capesarella on May 15. No imminent battle is indicated, with long voyage distances and limited daily progress.
General Leonard Wood's forces defeated Moro outlaws allied with the sultan of Solu on the island of Jolo. Nine were killed and twenty one wounded among Wood's troops, two constabulary killed, with all wounded and dead praised for disciplined conduct. Wood returned to Zamboanga with the units.
Secretary Wilson and government experts toured Kansas on a Rock Island special train from Texas. They inspected the McPherson government experiment farm and visited Herington for farmer addresses. The party also inspected Kansas Agricultural College and planned a Norton meeting at 2:30 PM Tuesday.
Sunday brought no shift in the Chicago labor dispute as seven express firms refuse to reinstate striking workers and backers pledge solidarity. President Shea of the Teamsters warns the strike will continue until terms are met, signaling a broad escalation. The Lumbermen's association, with 2400 workers, plans Monday deliveries to all firms, regardless of strike status.
Hiram Cronk, last surviving veteran of the War of 1812, was buried in Cypress Hill cemetery with full military honors after lying in state in New York City Hall. Thousands viewed the casket in City Hall, the first to rest there since General Grant.
An advertisement recounts a physician's early rounds and promotes Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription a non alcoholic tonic for female ailments. It claims 98 percent cure rate, highlights ingredients and a Buffalo laboratory, and includes a testimonial from Mrs H S Jones about restored health after six bottles. Also mentions Dr Pierce's Pleasant Pellets for constipation.
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