The Crossing Confirms Churchill’s Historic Novelist Intent
The Crossing by Winston Churchill from Macmillan of New York centers on peaceful settlement of the Louisiana Purchase by American pioneers. It follows immigration and settlement of Louisiana territory and the steady transfer of the empire from France to American rule. The work depicts life along the eastern Mississippi frontier and the emerging American social and political ideals.
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Winston Churchill
Macmillan Company of
New York
Louisiana
Louisiana Territory
France
Mr. Churchill
East Bank
Mississippi
Matinee Accessories and a Hat Delight
Gertie recalls a matinee where the play audience mood mattered less than her new hat and a box of caramel delights. George asks about the show while Gertie emphasizes the accessory and candy as the day’s charm.
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George
Gertie
Swedish Essence of Life Remedy Promised Free Trial
An old advertisement touts Zaegel's Swedish Essence of Life as a cure and preventive for fevers rheumatism headaches biliousness nervous diseases and various organ ailments. It claims Dr Vernest lifespan proof and offers 100000 free bottles via M R Zaegel Co Sheboygan Wisconsin through mail request.
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M. R. Zaegel & Co
Sheboygan
Wis
Zaegel
Dr. Vernest
New York St
Maori Chief Sings Native Songs Draws London Fad
A striking photograph shows Ranglula, a Maori chieftain, in costume singing his own native songs in fashionable London drawing rooms. The article notes the performance as London’s latest artistic fad and mentions plans for a U.S. visit.
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London
Simon
United States
Rangiusa
New Zealand Singer Sought After by Royal Visitors
The performer was invited to entertain the Prince and Princess of Wales on May 19 and renew prior ties in New Zealand under different conditions. He led a war dance for their amusement and now faces a flurry of engagements as his court summons increase. He plans also to visit the United States.
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New Zealand
Rangiula
United States
Cat Adopts a Plymouth Rock Chick As Foster Mother
A tabby owned by Gibson H. Jones of the Wabash House in Toledo Ohio has become a foster mother to a Plymouth Rock chick hatched ten days ago. The cat kept the chick warm on a rug by the fire and now nuzzles and carries it in her fur as hundreds visit to see the unlikely pair.
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Gibson H. Jones
Toledo
Ohio
Mrs. Jones
Senator Proctor on apprenticeship in government service
The senator counsels a young man to study local, district, state and national affairs before entering politics. He notes some rise quickly like a mushroom, but warns most grow gradually, leaving the choice between a toadstool or a Daniel Webster to the individual.
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Proctor
Senate
Daniel Webster
New York Times
Two Ancient Worcester Deeds Filed at Registry
Two of the oldest legal documents ever presented at Worcester Massachusetts courthouse have been filed. One deed dated December 19 1786 transfers twelve acres in Spencer from Nathaniel Bemis to himself. The second deed dated February 1 1804 conveys three acres in Spencer from Jonas Guilford to Nathan Bemis.
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Court House
Worcester
Mass
Spencer
Nathaniel Bemis
Goldfish as Mosquito Control Advocate
Prof. W. L. Underwood of MIT reports that goldfish eat mosquito larvae and could replace kerosene in small New England streams to curb mosquitoes. The finding suggests introducing goldfish where mosquitoes breed may reduce pest populations.
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W. L. Underwood
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
New England
Woman Granted Divorce After Short Petition in Chicago Court
Thirty six minutes after filing her petition a woman was granted a divorce in a Chicago court. The husband waived service and the wife testified she had been beaten many times until covered with injuries.
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Chicago
25000 Settlers to Take Claims at Rosebud Reservation
The Chicago, Milwaukee and St Paul railway plans to move 20000 to 25000 people to the Rosebud Indian Reservation in South Dakota for the U S government open ing next month. About 382000 acres will be distributed in 140 acre tracts, with an estimated 2400 quarter sections. More than 51000 may seek the lots on drawing day and many will buy nearby lands. Railroads prepare for emigrants and the St Paul system aims to aid disappointed settlers by directing them to other lands.
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Rosebud Indian Reservation
South Dakota
Chicago & North- Western Railway
Chicago
Bonesteel
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railway
Rosebud
United States
Central West
Roosevelt
Industrial Department of
St. Paul
Frederic A. Miller
Yankton
Geddes
Platte and
Chamberlain
Defiance Starch Co Offers Exposition Tickets by Mail
The Defiance Starch Co offers 25 round trip tickets to the St. Louis Exposition. Five winners from Illinois Iowa Nebraska Kansas and Missouri will be chosen by the most trade marks from a ten cent 16 ounce package. Send marks to Omaha Nebraska by September 1 1904. Tickets mailed September 5. Starch sold by dealers.
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Defiance Starch Co
St. Louis Exposition
Illinois
Iowa
Nebraska
Kansas
Missouri
Omaha
Nebr
Defiance
Springs Natural Water Exhibit Heads to St Louis World Fair
Forty bottles from as many mineral springs near Steamboat Springs Colorado will form a Centennial State display at the St Louis World's Fair. Analyses show each spring water to have high medicinal value.
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Steamboat Springs
Colo
St. Louis
Rosebud Reservation land opening draws July 5 to 23
Announcement offers 416000 acres for draw in South Dakota with July 5 registration closing July 23. DICK T MORGAN based in Bonesteel promotes a land manual and seeks soldiers as agents. Also notes Western office and land opening experience.
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Rosebud Reservation
South Dakota
Oklahoma
Bonesteel
Dick T. Morgan
W. H. Ping
Mgr
The
Bonesteel Land Co
Bonesteel, 8, D
Cures Painful Feet Promises Happiness for All
Ad claims BO-KO BISM cures corns bunions chilblains sore tired feet and makes you happy. Urges readers to ask the druggist for this 50 cent remedy. Ends with line about age and a youthful heart.
Red Cross Ball Blue and Silk Output Note
Reading grocers offer Red Cross Ball Blue at 5 cents. An odd world note says Panama has money to be gay. A letter from Joan F Borlin of Trinity Springs Ind cites Pis0’s Cure for consumption as unmatched for coughs and colds. Japan now supplies one twelfth of the world’s raw silk.
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Joan F Borlin
Trinity Springs
Ind
Japan
New U S Cruiser Denver Fails Contract Speed Claim
The Montreal Gazette notes the United States cruiser Denver has twice failed to reach contract speed, quipping that the ship is not the fastest vessel of her class. The remark highlights skepticism about performance claims for new warships.
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Montreal Gazette
United States
Denver
Starch brand gains dealers while king vows to stay
Hundreds of dealers praise De fiance Starch for quantity and quality, claiming it outshines rivals. Meanwhile King Peter declares his duty to remain on the throne as long as he is alive, despite uneasy days ahead.
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Peter
Poem Fragments and Teething Syrup Mentioned in Ad Snippet
The fragmentary text includes a salesman style line about keeping clothes white and a quote about men as poets at heart. It also references Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething and a note about radium salts resembling quinine.
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Jemerson
Doctor Advocated Peruna Ended Knife Fear and Cure Claims
Advert shows multiple letters from women praising Peruna for uterine and health issues. Eva Bartho from New York City claims avoiding surgery after nine bottles, others cite tonic benefits and improved sleep, appetite, and strength. The notice invites readers to send symptoms to Dr Hartman in Columbus, Ohio for free treatment directions.
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Eva Bartho
East 12Th St
New York City
N. Y
Peruna
Senator Roach
Larimore
N. Dak
Senator Warren
Cheyenne
Wyo
Belva Lockwood
General Longstreet
Washington, D. C
Helen Rolof
Kaukauna
Wis
Muriel Armitage
Greenwood Ave
Detroit
Mich
Royal Templars of ‘Temperance
Lucy M. Riley
Davenport St
Cleveland
Ohio
Tam
Brruna
Tia
Luruin
I ‘Uiibus
Whio
Hartman
Hartman Sanitarium
Columbus
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Ill
Plyers
Direct No
Peoria
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Asure I Zeller For
Ranglula
Raleigh Wen
Mecca
Hall Caine
Thomas Nelson Page
Mr. Page
Mr. Caine
Page
Caine
Colorado
Great Britain
Tibet
Russia
Panama
Notanoi
Bears
Castoria
Mpany
York City
Paris
Rue de la Paix
Boston
Columbus Ave
Potter Drug & Chem. Corp
W’ Rite
Te Icuice Acme Jewelry Co
Fulton
Globe Mfg. CO
Des Moines
Book of
Sry
Hygienic Food Company
Southern Railway
Moet & Ohio Railroad
Vn V. Richards
Land & Industrial Agt
Washington,d.c
Chas. S. Chase
Chemical Bldg
T. B.thackaton
Trav
Dearborn
McLean & Starmer
Boyne City
Michigan
Hullinger
Francesville Ind
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