Tramp Problem in Germany and Aid Stations Described
Chicago reports detail German efforts to handle widespread tramp misery after the Franco Prussian War. Descriptions cover aid stations, shelters, and work programs aimed at feeding, housing, and employing vagrant men, with steps from admittance to employment and the legal framework for sustenance.
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Tom
Hiawa
J.D. Roth
Chicago Record
Trampa
Bil
Germany
Germhany
Altun
Actine
Aucuat
Bux
Joral
Bilal Fey
Elina of Fond
Mary
Helmatio
Fies
Berthipince
Cain
le Wits
Otlock
Monti
Mistie
Tnkee
Wanderer
Mars
CaFpelley
Work colonies aim to rehabilitate prisoners and cut crime
The article argues work colonies provide jobs for released prisoners and the long-term unemployed, claiming reduced crime and state savings. It notes many inmates had prior arrests and that colonies offer self support through productive labor, citing German practice as evidence of success.
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Osiany
Schcduse Tf
Evie
Gerwiany
New York Blunder in Sun Campaign Spending Exposed
The New York Sun reports on Robert Teed Ross Republican and silver Republican candidate for district attorney in the Third Federal district. It alleges Ross expended funds in Provo county for cigars candies and refreshments totaling 355 in Sas Animas county for elevrn candies and other items. The piece mocks spending on sweets soda and ice cream, urging restraint only as a moralist. It suggests a municipal non partisan ideal and mentions Dr Beth Law and Jim Reynolds in playful political satire.
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New York Sun
Robert Teed Ross
Hax
Mm Ross
Prowess County
Sas Animas
Cade
Upton
Houxhulde
Beth Law
Jim Reynolda
Poisoned Medium Sparks Louisiana Spirit Scare
In Lake Charles Louisiana on December 4 a poisoning scare centered on a local girl linked to spiritualist practices. Neighbors reported unsettling claims after a girl, Wille Cain, was poisoned and began showing suspected paranormal abilities. Authorities note threats and animal poisonings linked to tensions over alleged communications with departed relatives. The town’s focus remains on unsettled beliefs and public fear surrounding the case.
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Louisiana
Lake Charles
Batine River
DeWitt
Eddy
Nibiett
Wille Cain
Misa Cain
Abe
Fontly
Hades
Stivene
Lellow
Houston
Setoatetunen Ie Eare
Oremerie
Scurr & Scott
One Large Scar From Neuralgia to Healing Cure
A New Hampshire woman describes neuralgia and scrofula sores on face neck and limbs improving after Hood s Sarsaparilla. She notes sores healed in months with lingering scar, neuralgia gone, and praises the tonic as the best blood purifier.
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Ighbors
Hood
Nore
J. M. Harce
Etus
New Hampshire
Letter from a Postmaster in West Virginia 1857
In Glenville, Potts neighborhood reports a religious awakening and community woes. The letter to Eli McKinley, then President of the Senate, notes corn and grain shortages, broken fences, and a near neighbor Mrs. Coaltank suffering a two day illness. The writer closes with a pledge to report further and sends regards to Mrs. McKinley.
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Potts
Nancy Coaltank
McKinley
Bolt Eee
Kenton
Topeka Birth Anniversary Chronicle From Early Settlement
A retrospective note marks the third anniversary of Topeka’s birth describing the founding by Holliday, Horton, Horn, and Gilen after arrivals from Lawrence in 1854. It places the cabin near First and Kansas Avenue built by Binoch Chase and chronicles the leaders' journeys and the city’s initial gathering.
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Topeka
Binsteriay
First
Kansas Avenue
Binoch Chase
Massachusetts
Milton C. Dickey
Jacob Chase
New Hampshire
Toom Lawrence
Deormer
Cyrae 1 Holliday
Vennwivans
Thomas J. ‘Therston
Mulne
Daniel Hort
Prye W. Glien
New Hampahire
Frye W. Gifen
Karr City
Lawrence
Kansas City
Buffalo
Steading Delematon
Paypus
Fort Riley
Tere
Hollidis
Hornton
Horn
Gilen
Dolijraten
Papnints Ferry
Eve Whit Eart
Tartabir
Mon- Gay
Delember Uth
Janina Gckey
Thom Lawrenes
Fourniere
Cytia K. Holliday
Frye
W. Giles
Colosel Holliday
New York
Santa Fe
Parson Fame Spreads in Milwaukee Marriages
Reverend F. Christian who wed Miss Jeane Lincoln, Abe Lincoln’s granddaughter, has become a sought after matrimonial agent. His bookings have risen sharply as people travel nationwide to marry the man who joined Lincoln’s kin. Charles Christopherson and Miss Mei of Sioux Falls were also wed in Milwaukee.
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Milwaukee
Wis
F. Christian
Jeane Lincoln
Abe Lincoln
W. W. Beckwith
Abe Lincelt
Charles FL
Christophersim
Meio
Sioux Falls
Gloucester Fish Co orders Gloucester landings at home
Gloucester's new fish company ruled that all Gloucester vessels must land here rather than Boston. The move could attract thousands of dollars and boost local population, affecting over 100 fishing vessels. Boston may react by offering incentives or building more ships to compete.
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Gloucester Fish Company
Gloucester
Gloucester Fish
Boston
Sone
Uf Gloucester
Engineers Gain Nothing as Strike Talks Fail
London December 4 delegates of the striking engineers unable to accept employers proposals and decide to submit all disputed points to their unions. A resumption of talks is set for December 14. Employers stand firm on long hours and warn that reduced labor time would reduce output and hurt foreign competition.
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London
Engineera
Mra
M. B. Ford
Rusdeil’s
DeWitts
Stansfield
Kansas Avenue
Anthony Hope’s Chicago Visit Reveals His Career, Life
Anthony Hope Hawkins, famed author of The Prisoner of Zenda, arrives in Chicago with a notable party. He discusses his rise from barrister to novelist, his hopes for continued popularity, his family background, and his payment challenges before breakthrough with The Prisoner of Zenda. He recalls athletic youth and persistence amid early publishing struggles.
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Ora
Proud
Hshman
Anthony Hope
Anthony Dpe Hawkins
Jim
Aenius
Abe
Ted Noulitie
Armieriet
Ivy
Uleypress
Myri’o
Zenda
Hawkins
Iley
Phere
Atlantic
Lakes
Canada
Adereynan
Touthiall
Gierers Beck
Whisich
Ballin College
Oxford
Lalko
Ao 1
Stafford
Durer
Mir
Witt
Dolly
Westminster Gegutte
Glass Makers Fight Ends in Amicable Settlement
Glass workers dispute in the National Window Glass Workers' association ends with President Burns arranging a payment of over $28,000 to cutters and hatters while a split occurs into two organ izations for gust workers. The wage scale will be adjusted and a general resumption of work is expected before year end. Court proceedings have been talked of.
Prevent Pneumonia with Chamberlin’s Cough Remedy
Old advertorial copy touts Chamberlin’s Cough Remedy as a sure preventive for pneumonia and a cure for colds. It urges heavy lungs or fear of pneumonia to keep the remedy on hand, notes 35 and 60 cent sizes, and claims guaranteed results with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets.
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Culagai
Erippe
Hood
Aare
All
Electric treatment brings lives to their brink in New York
Eight men gathered at Dr J Mount Brewer office on Lexington Avenue to witness electrotherapy for consumption. A rabbit subjected to 90 volts died after 20 minutes, blood kept liquid, injections colored water, claimed as proof of blood oxygen changes and potential patient benefit.
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New York
J. Mount Brewer
Lexington Avenue
Mount Bleyer
H. B. Waite
Woodcock
Charles Marchand
Prench
Miller
Sehmitt
Chow Moat
Mount Beyer
Delvon
Briggs
Blount Bleyer
Briges
Positon
Toolighly
Chicago Water Frauds Expose City Loss Across Two Years
Chicago reports an expert audit by Alexander Hicper showing the water department defrauded of 214,985 in two years. Offenders and several former administration staff face indictments. Howard suspended as investigators probe the water office. The water commission, appointed October 2, seeks reforms for a more businesslike operation and fraud prevention.
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Chicago
Alexander Hicper
Wiegal
Vicely & Mirzo
Harper
Water Commissionem
Water Office
Commissioner of Public Works
Howard
Mineral Water Craze Prompts Local Trial Offer
The notice invites readers to try Mineral Water advertised as a refreshing West Coast treat. J. Phillips and W. Bignts St are credited as local promoters, urging trial amid a growing interest in quenching beverages.
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Neat
J. Phillips
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