Preacher Boxer in Ramona Feud Over Article
Rev. Stanley Wilson of Ramona California a preacher and boxer allegedly faced a street confrontation with bully Dave Putnam after a Ramona Sentinel article. The clash on the Juliam Hills street led to Wilson delivering a knockout and boosting his local popularity while Putnam was laughed out of the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California Divine
Sanday Lenn
Stanley Wilson
Ramona
Cal
Chicago Chronicle
Wilson
Ramona Sentinel
Uttle Baptist Church
Sid Potoam
Mr. Son
The Electric Light Mecca in the Sun Office
An old gas jet near the reporting desk remains in the New York Sun room as electric lights replace gas. The small flame, half an inch high, serves reporters for cigars and nerves, making matches obsolete and turning the corner into a smoking hub.
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New York Sun
Bismarck Rumored Riches Spark Speculation in Germany
A pamphlet titled Bismarck and Meich roeder claims Otto von Bismarck amassed about 150 million marks through stock market speculation after lauding his empire era. It alleges he trusted Diemt Doher and Meschroeder with finances, noting estates from 1876 and private assets, while cautioning that missing evidence weakens the claim.
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Saya
Geramny
Bismarck and
Meichroeder
London
Emchroeder
Suthor
Stock Exchange
Meschroeder
Scorris
Nervy man introduces himself to wife on streetcar
A bold man on a Pythian Street car proclaims his wife to a stranger, greets the man as Mr. Jones, and bids farewell amid amused passengers as the car stands still. The scene ends with the wife’s playful reply and the conductor’s astonished remark. The piece notes limited literacy among Bulgarians.
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New Orleans Times-Democrat
Alsle
Mr. Jones
Tam
Jones
Around Earth in Forty Days Plan by Cleveland Bank President
W Spencer, president of the Cleveland National Bank, aims to circle the world in about 39 days. He believes a 64 day and seven hour record can be beaten, with routes via Russia and Trans Siberian connections. The plan hinges on rapid transfers at Widlovostok to Yokohama and on to San Francisco, promising a groundbreaking time.
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W. M. Spencer
Cleveland (O.) National Bank
Spencer
Russia
Widdivestock
Yokohama
Japan
Moscow
Museia
Vindlevostok
Viertvoniik
Nicho
Yokama
Yokohares
Ban Prancisco
Fin Prancisho
Cleveland
Electric "Whip" A Success Invention Of J A Giles
An electric whip invented by J A Giles of Elberon Georgia was tested at Chicago stock yards. A small battery is worn in the wagon with wires to copper plates in the saddle harness. Pressing a button shocks all horses simultaneously to start or urge them. Tests included a stubborn horse unable to be driven for a year.
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J. A. Giles
Elberon
Chicago
Mr. Giles
Principal orders cleansing of tobacco use in Kenosha schools
Kenosha city schools chief, backed by the board, expels any pupil found smoking or using cigarettes. He cites widespread tobacco use among boys and the ease of obtaining cigarettes via paper pipes, saying all smokers must quit or risk removal. Several boys threaten to strike, but the principal remains firm.
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Kenosha
Win
Board of Education
Principel Hantmill
Ideal ministers sought by Methodist Recorder ad from Gladden
The Methodist Recorder reprints a Gladden ad calling for three to four pastors for circuit work. Requirements include a small family, ability to furnish a horse, under 50, and no hobbies. Salary $400 to $600 with a parsonage likely, plus a steady head and warm heart. A Hoboken centenarian, aged 103, climbs stairs for exercise, not training for golden stairs per the New York Mail and Express.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Recorder
Gladden
Stair-Cuimber
Hoboken
New York Mall and Express
Venezuela Coast Description Amid Caribbean Fortifications
The piece describes La Guayra near Caracas, its bay and breakwater, the rugged mountains, and the 1883 English-owned railway with a steel viaduct and tunnels. It notes Lavigia fort as weak defense, and argues coastal defense would rely on warships due to depth. The terrain would hinder rapid large-scale invasion.
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England
Germany
Chicago Tribune
la Guayra
Carnens
Lavigia
la Gungra
Macute
Guayra
la Guayre
Caracas
traMic
Tuswell
Cardenal
Guayra River
Liability to Deafness Among Men and Children
A French surgeon reports men are more prone to ear diseases than women and that among seven middle aged individuals two have reduced hearing, with varying degrees. He notes four of every thousand children under 15 show ear symptoms and six have hearing deficiencies. Disease susceptibility rises to age 40 then declines with old age. Of surgical cases, about 58 percent are cured and 30 percent permanently relieved.
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Chicago Chronicle
Parrot of the Belgians and New York Merchants
A royal parrot once shocked Belgian court with anti monarchy cries until Queen Marie intervened and taught it to say loyal phrases. The piece notes New York City’s 1670 merchants exchange founded by Col. Richard Nicolls, meeting at the Staat Huys bell to swap goods.
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Republique
Poll
Chicago
New York
Merchants’ Exchange
Col
Richard Nicolls
Province of
Notice for Publication Idaho land claim case details
Public notice from Challis Idaho Sept 24 1907 announces intention to prove up a land claim TS 1136 in Custer county for irrigation and reclamation. Witnesses Henry J Bradbury Winifred M Bradbury and others scheduled to appear before Clerk Johnston U A Cormtainnlower at Challis on December 5 1907.
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Bev
le Mt
Johnston
U. A
Cormtainnlower
Chaitin
Idaho
Henry J. Bradbury
Challis
Tuo
Tuo, Kieaberh
M. Bradbry
William i
Winifred
Nilwy
Patteron
McMahion
Hegiauer
Notice for grazing permit applications in LMT SOUTH National Forest
Notice is hereby given that all applications for grazing cattle and other stock within the LMT SOUTH National Forest must be filed in Maykay Idaho by February 14. Information on grazing fees and forms will be provided on request. Guy B. Mains, Supervisor.
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Lmt
South
Sealed bids sought for County Printing in 1908 Idaho
The Board of County Commissioners of Custer County Idaho invites sealed bids for all county printing in 1908. Bids cover legal notices election printing and general publications required by law and orders of the Board. Each bid must include a bond at least double the bid. Bids due by the second Monday in January 1908. The Board may reject any bid. By order of the Board. C. M. Henderson, Clerk.
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Board of County Commissioners
Custer County
Idaho
C. M. Henderson
Notice for Public Sale Facsimile Filing Final Proof
Public notice announces Alvin West filing Home stead Application No. 2157 seeking final proof before U. S. Commissioner L. H. Johnston in Challis Maha on January 10, 1908. Proof concerns SEt SW Sec 6 Lot 1 NE NW Sec 7 Tp 9 N R 22 E and NIE NE of Sec 12 Tp 9 N R 21 E. witnesses George R. Keyes John C. Fox William Elder Frank Nickerson A J McMahon. First pub December 17, 1907.
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Peese
L. H. Johnston
U.S
Challis
Maha
Alvin West
George R. Keyes
Ida
John C. Fox
William Elder
Frank Nickerson
A. J. McMahon
Register
Treasurer's Notice of Warrants for Ouster County
County treasurer J Crype advertises payment of warrants with interest to date. For current expense fines issued April 1907 and related funds, warrants numbers 296 to 208 and others are payable if presented within 60 days from notice. Interest at 0.7 percent accrues. advertising date November 26, 1907. Challis Idaho.
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Ouster County
J. Crype
Challis
Idaho
Custer County Idaho Promises Rich Mines and Growth
Custer County Idaho offers vast inducements to settlers and capitalists. It traces a history from 1860s placer mining to quartz era, noting booming mining districts, population near 5,000, and a diverse economy of farming stock-raising and mining. The region spans about 5,000 square miles, larger than Connecticut, with rail and telephone lines connecting Challis and Blackfoot.
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Custer County
Idaho
General Custer
Montana
Stanley Basin
Pola Houston
Clayton
Custer
Stanley
Thousand Spring
Rowad
Pahsamarol
East Park
Aptelope
Connecticut
Delaware
Rhode Island
Oregon Short Line
Eas
Challis
Rocky Mountain Bell Telephone Company
Blackfoot
Mines and Mills Highlight Custer County Rich Mining Region
Custer county ranks among the world’s richest mining areas yet needs better transport and capital. It lists districts and mines from Mackay to Yankee Fork, noting hundreds of mines and several mills smelters and a new 800 ton smelter at Mackay. Nearly 5000 claims exist with vast unprospected potential.
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Custer County
Mackay
Morgan Creek
Garden Creek
Bayhorse
Centennial
East Fork
Clayton
Slate Creek
Thompson Creek
Robinson Bar
Stanley Basin
Fisher
Sheep Mountain
Seafoam
Loon Creek
Washington Basin
Yankee Fork
Lucky Boy
Juartz
Custer
Stanley
Agriculture and Stock Raising in the County
Agriculture quietly backs the mining economy, with Salmon river providing water for vast arable land yet to be cultivated. Irrigation could transform deserts into green valleys, boosting hay oats wheat and potatoes yields. Stock-raising dominates the county economy, aided by mild winters and ample ranges, delivering substantial yearly tax revenues.
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Sawtooth Mountains
Wood River
Salmon River
Climate and Growth in Custer County Reflect Progress
The text extols Custer County climate as delightful with light snows in valleys and short winters. Challis sits at 5400 feet with sleigh rides described as well nigh impossible. It highlights a strong school system, timbered lands, farming and grazing, growing tax base, improving rail, and rich mineral wealth as signs of ongoing progress.
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Custer County
Challis
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