Wentz's Body Found Near Kelley Gap in Virginia
A fragmented report from Big Stone Gap notes the body of Kola Wentz, partially decomposed, identified near a wood road a mile north of Kelley Gap. The revolver shows three missing shots. encasing bones and clothing reveal gunfire details and inquest findings.
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Louisville
Big Stone Gap
Kola Wentz
Elise
Tly
Bristol
Edward L. Wentz
Wentz
Suiente
Lespelon
Knoxville
Silas Tso
Tom Wright
Tazewell
Tenn
EL. Wentz
Bix Stone Gap
Virginia
Wissecounty
Jery Pends
Medical note from 1900s shows experimental treatment claim
Fragmentary OCR describes a hospital scene with Dr TG Mer tilt of No Molawpony and Pacsmaite hooatartling fest claiming saved a life. Mentions nicotine pithers and Ditters as aids for acute ailments, though details are garbled and patient outcomes unclear. Names Crayford Upas and B Mackey appear in ad-like text.
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TG. Mertilt
Fio
Crayford Upas
Ad. B. Mackey Sr
Pauderburk Vhariiaes
Fragmented OCR Obscures Religious Debate on Apostolic Laying on of Hands
The garbled text presents a historic style discussion about apostolic authority and the practice of laying on of hands. It references Baptist views, modern sects, and scripture, noting differing opinions on tithes and church rites. The exact names, dates, and places are unreadable.
Wrasiier and Kidney Illness Mentioned in Fragment
Fragment discusses kidney disease and suffering, naming names like E T Punson and Lina, and references a kidney gate. The passage mentions constant obstruction of the course and total lack of relief until an unknown Fatouts Kidney Gate is used, with a note about a product sold by Ponderburk Phare iinney.
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Toe
Lina
Kidney Gate
Ponderburk Phare Iinney
Castor Ta Bears The Ya Kin Yoo Nave Aine El Signature
Fragmented OCR text discusses liquor laws and enforcement, criticizing officials and church members. It mentions Nave Aine El Signature CofGten a LSG PrideRine Strong Langatige and several garbled phrases about drinking, licenses, and political parties. The piece attributes motives to local authorities and observers while questioning legality and public morality.
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Castor
Georgia Girl Arrested in Paris Drama Claims Abduction
Paris dispatch reports a Georgia girl, Agnes Crane of Decatur, was allegedly abducted in Europe after traveling with friends. The US Consul General Gowdy notes uncertain details and potential legal action, while the girl remains under care in Paris. Funds were sent for her return to Georgia as authorities investigate.
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Paris
United States
Gowly
Ma. Goavdy
American Young Wom
Christian Association
Atlanta
Gay May
Treatiog
Diepatel
Decatur
Crane
Agnes Sy
Ad Institute
Mather Ie Bane
Virginia-Caroline Chemical Ompany
Rota
Angel
Phin
Miss Crenne
Les— Trade
London
Pat
Associated Press
Fespntise Tow Cub
Unclear historical note on medicines and vendors
Fragmentary OCR text states Voloy's Viney and Tareou- Hin can be given to children with safe use. Mentions sold by Fan- Herlir Phirigaey. Lacks context, dates, or location.
Story of Sam George and heavenly gatekeeper tale
A Washington World correspondent recounts a garbled tale in which Sam George is said to have died, entered heaven, and faced St Peter who demands campaign pledges. The humorous fiction portrays a chalk gift for mapping steps toward political purity, with references to the Republican party and dubious characters.
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Hepublic
Akins
Missouri
Washington
New York World
Sam George
Miemin
Peter
St. Peter
Pauty
Petey
Tin
Republican Party
Bat
Willan Feouiy
Bevan
George
Bry
Yen
Athens
Prishime
W Blaney Physician and Surgeon Advertises Contact Info
Dr W Blaney physician and surgeon lists office in rear of Paula etc on Day Street and residence and office phone numbers 118. Advert reads calls answered from office during the day and pestilence on lay street.
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Bpaiderbark Dhara
Notice to Creditors of John A Estridge Deceased
In the Estate of John A Estridge, Deceased, creditors are notified to present claims to the estate within the time limits set by law. The notice lists the administrator and filing details and directs all claimants to follow the statutory procedures for probate settlement.
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John A. Estridge
Made Young Again Pills Ad Promises Reform
An old-style advertisement touts Dr King’s new life pills for improved liver and stomach function. The copy claims the remedy restores vitality with a purely vegetable formula and lists multiple local drugstores offering the product at 25 cents. Names and places from the era appear in garbled OCR form.
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Dr. King
Dol
Turner
Denpsetown
Pas
Crawford Bros
Madhe, Co S
Punderburk Pharmacy
Train collision injures crew in Georgia derailment
Report from Rockmart Georgia dated May 11 notes a collision between northbound and southbound Southern trains near Rockmart injuring about twenty eight people. Details are scarce as the wreck blocks lines and rescue efforts continue at the scene.
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Atlanta, Ga
Southern
Neq Rock Mort
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