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Newspaper
The Hays Free Press
Location
Hays, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1905
Page
5
The passage lists several plants such as Canadensis and Collinsonia Canadens, with mentions of bark and root used for digestion and constipation. It includes references to medical figures and dubious cures, reflecting old herbal practice and imperfect transcription.
Reports from Warsaw describe a day of violent unrest between Jewish socialists and rival groups. Eight killed and about 160 wounded with 19 in serious condition. Property damage said to be extensive as mobs attacked homes and furniture, while police were largely absent until late evening. Authorities later fired on crowds, and competing origin stories emerged about who incited the violence.
In Chicago on May 20 riots erupted as teamsters and building trades leaders clashed over jurisdiction. Teamsters president Shea threatened to halt all safes and machinery handling, while building trades denied overstepping. A three man executive council committee from Casey Sheridan Gould met to discuss arbitration options, but no time was set. A separate note from Muskogee reports Ray Vallinette, 12, survives a neck injury from a runaway, able to walk though he cannot direct his steps or read.
May 30 Toklo reports nineteen Russian vessels sunk or captured by Admiral Tog o s fleet though the navy department withholds confirmation. St Petersburg telegraph says seven Japanese ships sunk two armored and four Russian ships. Japanese awaiting official dispatches from Vladivostok before confirming losses.
Jose Gonzales nephew of Mexico's Cardinal Gonzales, linked to the Maximilian overthrow, died at his New York home. Captured during the revolution he faced a death sentence that was later revoked, his hair turning white in a night of fear. He later drifted to clear making after quarrels with family and dwindling resources.
May 24 Constantinople reports the dispute after the Vali of Tanya arrested school inspectors. The issue arose despite privileges granted by the porte. The settlement is credibly reported.
A Gloucester fisher named E. A. Hooper of Giverhoster landed the grandfather of cod, a monster weighing about 85 pounds after dressing and near 100 pounds when caught. The five foot long giant was hauled near Martlehead Halfway Rock, taking a mighty joint effort by two dorymen who fought to raise it from the depths and gaffed it aboard.
Practical hints for travelers include packing a small bag with essentials for quick access on arrival while trunks wait. Advertisements claim Defiance Cold Water Starch saves time, offers a 16 oz package at 10 cents, and argues it does not stick to linen. Scotland and Iceland are linked by a submerged bank, a note likely from a feature on geography or travel.
An advertisement extols Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a universal female remedy for backache, menstrual trouble, and nervous debility. It cites testimonies from Mrs. Holmes and Mrs. Cottely, claims wide endorsement, and invites readers to seek free advice from Mrs. Pinkham in Lynn Massachusetts.
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