Sullivan to Seek Senate Seat Revealed by State Fair
Roger C. Sullivan, longtime Illinois political figure, announces plans to run for the U.S. Senate. The disclosure follows talks with Democratic leaders in Washington and will be formally made at the state fair next week.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Roger C. Sullivan
Ilinois
United States Senate
Field
Sullivan
Washa
Sullivan Democrats
Bee
Sullivan Demone
Jose Serrate Given 25 Years in Deputy Sheriff Murder Case
In Marshall Texas on October 3 Jose Serrate the youngest member of a fourteen man alleged smuggling gang was found guilty of murdering Deputy Sheriff C Ortiz near Carfaz Springs. He was sentenced to twenty five years in the penitentiary after a fifteen hour trial. The defense plans a motion for a new trial.
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Serrate
Ely's Cream Balm Promises Fast Relief From Cold or Catarrh
An advertisement touts Ely's Cream Balm as a swift fix for stuffed noses, head congestion, and throat irritation. It claims instant clearing of airways, cessation of discharges, and an overnight cure for catarrh or cold symptoms with use of a small bottle.
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Ely
Davis confession tests cases of Iron Workers officers
The confession of George Be. Davis, an iron worker and dynamiter, hinges on appeals outcomes for Frank M. Ryan and other Iron Workers officers. Walter Drew says a retrial for the officials could make Davis’s admissions a major government weapon. Davis says he received no immunity, and the National Erectors’ Association had paid him about four dollars daily since he stopped working. He also claims the union funds Davis’s pay while in prison.
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Associated Press
New York
George BE. Davis
Union Iron Worker
Frank M. Ryan
International Association of Bridge and Structural Iron Workers
Walter Drew
National Erectors’ Association
Davis
Ryan
Drew
Harry Jones
Iron Workers’ Union
Erectors’ Association
Jones
Rew
Indianapolis
Robert Foster
Pittsburg
Generosity In Chicago Butcher Scheme Leads to Court
Abraham Bass, a Chicago butcher and grocer, used a pedal-activated scale to underweight meat while overrating it. Hattie Brown complained to police after a four-pound chicken weighed two pounds. Judge Newcomer questioned Bass about owning multiple stores and hinted a fine of fifty dollars might end his scheme.
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Chicago
Abraham Bass
Hattie Brown
Bass
Newcomer
Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy Promises Darker Hair
An old time home mixture for darkening gray hair is revived as Wyeth’s Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy sold in drug stores for about 60 cents a bottle. Users moisten a comb and apply a strand at a time. the product darkens hair by morning and adds lustre while preventing dandruff and itching.
Fulton’s Diabetic Compound Promoted For Recovery Claim
An advertisement describes a diabetes test using a chemical formula with ammonium sulfate and other reagents to determine sugar levels. It promotes Fulton’s Diabetic Compound as a treatment that reduces generation of secretions and speeds recovery, claiming results within about twenty days especially for patients aged fifty to seventy. The ad urges readers to obtain the pamphlet from Van Antwerp Drug Corp or John J. Fulton Co. in San Francisco.
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Fulton
van Antwerp Drug Corp
John J. Fulton Co
San Francisco
Fort John T Morgan Named For Isthmian Canal Advocate
In Washington on October 3 a movement seeks to name a principal Isthmian canal fort after the late Senator John T Morgan of Alabama. Senator Bankhead supports the tribute noting Morgan’s efforts for the canal and other congressional achievements. Secretary Garrison has been asked to authorize the naming, with assistance from the Southern Commercial Congress Womens Auxiliary led by Mrs Woodrow Wilson as honorary president-general.
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Associated Press
Washington
Congress
Morgan
Alabama
John T. Morgan
Bankhead
Garrison
Senator Morgan
Womn
Southern Commercial Congress
Woodrow Wilson
Cold Comfort for H. Thaw
Solicitor Folk of the state department prepared the decision on Harry Thaw's petition asking the British embassy to explain Canadian authorities forcing Thaw out of Canada. No official comment from the state department was given. Bryan previously transmitted the appeal for Thaw's deportation to the British ambassador for Canadian-justified action.
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Associated Press
Washington
Folk
State Department
Harry Thaw
Thaw
Canada
Bryan
Albany
Thawe
Laredo Loses Train Service Amid Rio Grande Floods
Rio Grande floods cut off all train service to Laredo for 48 hours as floods swell and riverbank duts wash away. railroads suffer heavy washouts but the river is receding today.
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Associated Press
Laredo
Texas
Rio Grande
Whiskey and beer in greater demand in 1913
Louisville report shows a rise in alcohol use with per capita whiskey and beer consumption up in the 1913 fiscal year. The National Model License League distributes Census Bureau based figures detailing seventeen years of U S consumption and a sharp year over year increase.
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Louisville
United States
National Model License League
Census Bureau
Ie League
Saloon Closures Questioned Near Thibodaux Post Office
An Austin Texas postal inspector arrived in Thibodeaux Louisiana to investigate a complaint that a saloon operates too near the local post office. The citizen reportedly wrote to Washington DC outlining the issue.
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Thibodaux, la
Austin, Tex
Washington, D. C
Thibodeaux
Seattle man frames guide for happy marriage advice
A Seattle resident creates a framed set of guidance aimed at helping men achieve a cheerful married life. The notes promise practical tips though the author remains unnamed and no formal publication is cited.
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Seattle
Day of celebration marks Mother Di Ricci silver anniversary
In New Orleans on October 3 Mother Di Ricci prioress of the Dominican Order observed the silver anniversary of her profession. Archbishop Bienek officiated the Mass in a private service attended by senior children friends convent alumnae and clergy. Part of the festivities included opening a Science Memory room funded by students and alumnae. an entertainment by the convent girls honored her as well.
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New Orleans
di Fiecel
Dominician Order
Bienek
DiRiccci
Mise Hutchinson
Father Hutchinson
Ursuline
Sacred Heart
St. Charles Avenue
Mother DiRicci
DiRicci
Science Mead ‘Ory
Shippers Forecast Predicts Moderate Temps Yet Seasonal Traffic
A 36 hour shipping forecast signals moderate temperatures for shipments moving north east and west. The advisory notes stable conditions to aid cross regional cargo movements and scheduling for the near term.
River Forecasts Signal Rising Levels Near Selma
The Tombigbee river and branches will fall the next two days with minor changes. The Alabama river near Montgomery and Selma will rise slowly over the next 12 hours then fall.
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Tombigbee
Alabama
Selma
Justin Time 10 Stop Kidnapper Arrested in Mississippi
A. J. Smith deputy sheriff pursued Warren Landrum who abducted his baby from Lumberton. Landrum and driver Polk were arrested on kidnapping and carrying concealed weapons charges. Polk released on bond. Landrum posted 1200 dollars bond after arrest.
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Popdarville
Miss
A. J.smith
Pearl River County
Warren Landrum
Lumberton
Landrum
J. A. H. Smith
Polk
Deputy Smith
Constitutionalists Reoccupy Piedras Negras With 3000 Troops
Piedras Negras Mexico Oct 3 The Constitutionalists regain control as 3000 troops led by Colonel Herrera return from the front. The neutral government set up after evacuation continues to operate.
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Piedras Negras, Mex
Piedras Negras
Herrera
Bold Bandits Hold Up Town in Fulton Bank Robbery
Bandits robbed Fulton First State Bank of 70 cents in pennies after dynamite failed to open the vault. City Marshal Logan was shot and seriously injured. A citizen hostage shielded by robbers aided their escape as bloodhounds pursued the bandits. The raid echoed a prior Dardanelles robbery with multiple nitroglycerin blasts.
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Associated Preas
Little Rock
Ark
Fulton
Iron Mountain Railroad
Hempst County
Bank of
Tom
Logan
First State Bank
Dardanelles
Lyan
Henry Wilson
Danderine Hair Restorer Advertises Dandruff Cure
An old advertisement touts Danderine promising stop to dandruff hair loss and itching. It claims rapid visible results with new fine hair growth across the scalp and doubles hair beauty after a few weeks of use. The copy emphasizes ease of application and universal effectiveness on dull brittle hair.
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