Town Joins in Effort to Repair Freight Depot Damage
A Sunday surge of workers and materials rebuilt the Chicago and Northwestern freighthouse after a Saturday fire. From Cedar Rapids to Fremont crews assembled, a temporary building was erected on the transfer platform and completed by Monday morning for business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Council Blais
Chicago and Northwestern Railway
Cedar Rapids
Fremont
Neb
Council Bluffs
Boone
Wanted Operation as Joke in Cleveland Jail
Jack Ohbaum a county jail prisoner charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor claimed severe illness. Deputies called doctors after his complaints of pain and a series of examinations led to an planned surgical operation on the supposed appendix.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Jack Ohbaum
Ohlbaum
A. E. McClure
McClure
Chibaum
Chibaura
Dr. McClures
Sparrows May Be Used to Combat Alfalfa Weevil
Washington officials say the English sparrow long seen as a pest could help control the alfalfa weevil threatening western farms. The Biological Survey will test other birds but may deploy sparrows if no better enemy is found, while the Bureau of Entomology sends parasitic allies from Italy to Utah for immediate release.
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D. C
Government Biological Survey
Utah
Wyoming
Biological Survey
Bureau of Entomology
Italy
Campaign Push for a More Liberal Sabbath
Rev. C. S. Thomas launches a campaign advocating open theaters on Sundays to keep youths from traveling to Chicago on the day. The effort seeks to ease Sunday restrictions and encourage local cultural activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
C. S. Thomas
Women Selfishness Criticized By Reform Leader
Rev Mary Andrews former Universalist pastor and western womens affairs leader told the Council of Clubs in Kansas City Kansas that American women tend to live beyond their means and imitate neighbors. She warned of a crisis of self seeking and lack of self reliance when crisis enters a womans life urging personal responsibility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Mary Andrews
Universalist Church
West
Council of Clubs
Kan
America
Brain weighs less than a child for Dr Musser
Philadelphia experts at the Wis ter Institute of Anatomy examined the brain of Dr John H Musser, noting it weighed 20 ounces less than Daniel Webster and 24 ounces lighter than James Fisk. Scientists say Musser developed strongly in one line, lacking full diversification of brain regions.
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Philadelphia
Wister Institute of Anatomy
John H. Musser
Musser
Daniel Webster
James Fisk
New York
Mystery of Paulines Monastery Jewel Theft Solved
A Chicago letter reveals Stanislaus Zalog, a former lay brother, confessed to stealing jewels valued at about 4 million dollars from the Pauline Monastery at Czenstochowa. Father Damatius was not implicated, and Russian police pursue Zalog, who vanished after the crime. The theft centered on the jeweled crown atop the Virgin icon.
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Warsaw
Russian Poland
Czenstochowa
Chicago
Stanislaus Zalog
Damatius
Siberian
Zalog
America
Austria
Vaclav Macoch
Helena Ostrowska
Stanislaus
Varta
Stanislauc Zalog
Cat commits suicide by inhaling gas at Chelan Fruit House
In Everett Washington the Chelan Fruit House reports a pet cat destroyed itself by inhaling gas in a deliberate act. The cat had been a favorite of two owners who relied on it for catching mice and rats. When the proprietors arrived the next morning a strong gas odor was noticed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Everett
Wash
Chelan Fruit House
Doan's Kidney Pills Restore Mrs Somme's Health
Mrs Carrie Somme of Chicago suffered severe kidney pain and back trouble for weeks, with dizziness and heart distress. After trial of Doan's Kidney Pills she recovered completely and has remained well for eight years. Remember the name Doan's. Sold at 50 stores by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrie Somme
N. Hamilton Ave
Chicago
Til
Doan
Doan’s
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo, N. Y
Red Cross Ball Blue bluing ad promises best value
An old ad urges thrifty shoppers to use Red Cross Ball Blue bluing. It warns against water for bluing and promotes a dab in water as cost effective. The copy claims high value and large packages at local grocers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
RED Cross
Family Says Final Goodbye Delayed By Private Goodbyes
A daughter delayed from returning home after a beach trip to finish saying farewell to a young man. The family explains the extended arrangement was to honor the friend before departure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goodby
Garfield Tea and Heat Therapy touted for finances
The notice pitches Garfield Tea as mild yet effective and promotes hot air treatment for financial ills as a curative option, claiming consistent results.
Blind accordionist urged to update dated placard
A blind woman playing the accordion is approached by a genial man who reads her six year old placard and advises updating it to reflect 1912. He notes the message claims six dependent children and urges editing the date to reflect current times.
Kepp's Baby's Friend Promotes Sleep and Teething Relief
Mrs. O A Brown of Wilmington Ohio endorses Kepp's Baby's Friend as soothing remedy for teething and keeping baby cheerful until bedtime. Sold by druggists in 10c 25c and 50c sizes or direct from Kepp's Baby's Friend Co York Pa. Sample by mail on request.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kepp
O. A. Brown
Wilmington
Ohio
Quarrel Over Card Bid Upsets Family Party
Mrs. Brown's tense dispute with her husband over a poker hand last night led to an altercation that nearly broke up their social gathering. She bid eight on a strong ten hand and he overbid, escalating the clash and shocking guests.
Murine Eye Remedy advertised for eye care
Murine Eye Remedy promises quick relief for red weak and watery eyes and granulated eyelids. Each package includes an illustrated book and claims to be backed by oculists and long physician use. Sold by druggists in two sizes at 2c and ics per bottle, Marine Eye Remedy Co Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rugeista
Marine Eye
Marine Eye Remedy Co
Chicago
Paxtine Antiseptic Free Trial Offered by Paxton Co
A Boston based Paxton Toilet Co advertises a large trial box of Paxtine Antiseptic sent free to any woman upon request. The playful exchanges mention a half crown bet and a light jab about fiances and aging. The ad also promotes Garfield Tea as a laxative and notes wives cost more than sweethearts.
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Paxton Toilet Co
Boston
Mass
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