Visit Cannibals And A Chicago Professor’s Mexico Expedition
Chicago journalist reports Professor Frederic Starr of the University of Chicago plans a southern Mexico expedition among the Mixes, aiming to measure tribes and photograph people and artifacts. Starr travels with three assistants and a Mexican guide, facing danger as past encounters with cannibal tribes are noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Fredericw Starr
University of Chicago
Mexico
Starr
Ai Boy
Masuel Gonzales
Meatco Say
Charles Aographer
Biutt
Utah
Tuachico
Ames
Sean
Pete
Alec
Tedian
Salvation Army Rally at Carnegie Hall Discloses Donations
New York December 1 reports the Salvation Army held its annual rally at Carnegie Hall. Commander Jwoth-Packer presided and spoke on army farm colonies. A committee report praised charity work while listing expenses. Ex Governor Flower as vice president announced a $320,000 real estate gift in New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Salvation Army
Carnegie Hall
Jwoth—Packer
John Milherland
Flower
Hite
Wild Huntingdon Defaulter Tragedy Tied to Embezzlement Chaos
In Huntingdon Tennessee a man once noted as a wild, loyal Union supporter and local revenue collector became embroiled in a shooting incident. After a series of crimes and a name change to Fagin, Travis allegedly fled, was found dead the day after a confrontation that left John Meadows and Clay fatally shot in a shoot house. Rumors spread about the motive and Travis’s role.
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Franis Travis
Ranki
Heweville Ane
Huntingdon
Wes
Red Forbie Gabe
Sarker
Ftuntingdon
Pin
Travis
Pine Hil
John Aeadows
John
Clayson
Meadews
Meadows
Matthews
Travia
Two Bells Bellevue Inmates Are In Alcoholic Crisis
Frederick Fischer and his wife Mrs Nelle Fischer were admitted to Bellevue Hospital in New York after a family crisis linked to overindulgence in intoxicants. The Fischer firm, once a major piano manufacturer, has declined with five members remaining in the business. Frederick is 40 and not part of the firm. The couple's condition and behavior were described as incoherent, with the husband escorted by ambulance from the court to the hospital.
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Frederick Fincher
Bellevu Hospital
New York
Bellevue Hospital
Ermerick
Wlecher
Charlee Fischer
Maiuthenizer
Mes Nelle Fischer
Thers
Ohi
Browcht
J. & C. Fischer
Dave
Charles Fischer
Fischer Fatty
Frederick Fischer i
Rimoe
Pete
Curran
Airs
Pimcher
Sach
Pucher
Bellevue Capital
Genuine Characters Vaudeville at Ohio Penitentiary
Columbus Ohio December reports a first class vaudeville program to be staged at the Ohio Penitentiary the Monday after Christmas. The troupe includes Robert Bruce a Cleveland convict with 16 years remaining and four other act performers plus Leon the scenist painter whose work decorates major theaters. The act promises scenery and a show rivaling road versions with a distinctive penitentiary setting and past star names such as Snukty Hobbs and Bad Lande Smith drawing crowd interest.
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Columbus
Conoary
Leon
Scenia
Toledo
Giart
Cleveland
Cinccinnati
Beat
Vaudevilly
Robert Bruce
Hobbs
of Columbus
Smith
Tate
Metropolitan light power combine purchases Southern corner NY street lot
In New York on December 18 a step in consolidating electrical heat and power facilities in the city was marked by the purchase of a lot at the southern corner of Ninety Seventh Street and Phxyenie from Veer Kane by the New York Gas and Electric Light Heat and Power Company, aka the Whitney syndicate. The property, near Saint Elson, is to form a central power station serving heat, power, and light across major streets and avenues.
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New York
Bouthenat Corner
Ninety Seventh Strest
Kane
New York Gas and
Elscting Light
Whitney Syndicate
Eracton
Srdpray
Emitral
Teena A Fmal Fe Sienplsee Siinieh Siren Ropelitet Phan Electric Liletz and
Poncon de Lewin
Son
Til Hlalar
Burglary Under Bed Ends With Police Custody
Emil Marx of East New York found a professional burglar under his bed. The woman, Pauline Umbekant also known as Pauline Bergman, fled after being caught with Marx’s clothes and burglary tools. She has a troubled record and two children placed in the Children's Society care. The affair underscores the burglar’s poverty and past crimes.
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New York
Emil Marz
Jane Bachelor
Mir Mare
Marx
Mr. Marx
Evergreen Avenue
East New York
Bel Marx
Ralph Ave- Avs
Pauline Umbekant
Myrtle Avenue
Pauline Bergman
Abe
a@ Jones
Alena Guitly
Justice Hurd
Auburn
Children's Society
Otto Umbekant
Curtis
Minnie
Umbekant
Altgeld Urges Reduced Street Car Fares For Chicago
Ex governor John P. Altgeld speaks nightly to large crowds urging four cent fares or municipal ownership of the street railways. He accuses newspapers of opposing both sides and alleges press betrayal while warning that franchises may be extended for 20 years at ten percent compensation to the city.
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Altgeld Hoe
Chicago
John P. Altgeld
Ieee
Altweld
Geures
Indiana Come Outers Very Peculiar Relists of Religious Enthusiasts
A fragmentary Indiana article describes the Come-Outers, a curious religious sect, claiming a new belief that will send 16 09 people to receive some form of 'treatment' after death. The group reportedly attracts followers in Gilead county and nearby districts, and rejects traditional scriptural authority.
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Indiana
Indianapolis
Wilfelurs
Garth Tnt
Hell
Earth
New Jerusalem
Outre
Gilead County
Pike, Grange
Merritt arrives in New York after Phillipine service
Gen. Merritt returns from the Philippines aboard the Lucania with his bride and party, resuming command of the military department of the east. He greets supporters at the Conard tide pier and travels to the Waldorf Astoria, calling reports to the Paris peace commission. He downplays rumors about Admiral Dewey’s health and comments on climate and German officials in Manila.
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Ted
Philippine Islands
Paris
Lucania
Queenstown
Merritt
Norman Williams
Norman Wil Bars Jr
Chicago
Tu. Fr. Strother
Military Department of the East
Far East
Thoee
Conard Tine
Waldorf Astoria
Gen. Merritt
Jett
Peace Commission
Paris Commission
Philippines
Admiral Dewey
Manila
Disastrous Surgery Case Ties Railway to Hospital Liability
Indianapolis December 19 A railroad company that funds a hospital for disabled workers and deducts wages for care was held responsible for malpractice by a surgeon employed there The case centers on Frank M Kelley a fireman who paid monthly for care His crushed foot led to multiple amputations alleged to be unnecessary negligent and worsened by alcohol abuse The surgeon was discharged for drunkenness and died after release Kelley sued winning $4500 after protracted litigation.
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Indianapolis
Dev
Supreme Court
Frank M. Kelley
Aumint
Peru
Keltey
Oult
Forget It Their Day Chewing Gum Girls Strike Over War Tax
New York December 19 The 200 young women at Adams and Bona chewing gum factory in Brooklyn refused to strike after a wage cut caused by a war tax. They protested by saying Forget it but manager Rowley argued the tax forced the 1.25 dollar daily earners to reduce expenses while keeping others on duty. The workers resumed chewing and working as before.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maine
New York
Adams & Bona
Sands Street
Brooklyn
Spain
Misa Alme
Japonica Brown
Rowley
Arma
Ladire
United States
Mr. Rowley
Tai Wan
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Grand Opera House to Stage The School for Scandal Tonight
Dramatic events headline with Louis James Katharyn Kidder and Frederick Warde making first appearance in the city. The School for Scandal promises lavish costumes, wigs, powder, and elaborate scenery, presented by Wasnhals and Kemper on an artistic scale. Frank Daniels stars in The Tales of...? The Tots FE, an opera by Fierbert and Smith, opens at Sim Dri store. Hoyt's Comedy Company tours Crawford theater with special pricing and free admission for some, while Jefferson City reviews praise the company’s value and entertainment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
School For Scandal
Grand Opera House
Louis James
Katharyn Kidder
Frederick Warde
Messrs
Wasnhals
Kemper
Seata
Frank Daniels
Thiday
Sim Dri Company
Victor Fierbert
Finrry R Smith
Frank Daniely
Herbert
Smith
Pright
New York
Dale Felu Te Cald
Mr. Smith
la Shette
Daniela
Hoyt
General Merritt Denounces Philippine Article Misrepresentation
New York December reports Major General Merritt, the date commandant, says a Philippine article is misrepresented. He asserts the official stance and calls for accurate portrayal of actions and conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merritt
New York
Mr Dawes Ultimatum Issued to Directors of German National
Washington reports that Mr John V Donal vet Se ve or es Comiptroties has returned with the report on the German National of Pittsburg. The issue concerns a firm ultimatum directed at the directors, signaling a pivotal moment in the dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Washington
Aes
John v. Donal
Baa
Edo Clattom
Janie
Londdar
Bank Reopens Hope as Stockholders Face Assessments
A committee report to the German National Bank of Pittsburgh outlines plans to reopen after impairment. It recommends stockholders vote for a 16 percent assessment to cover losses and meet conditions set by the comptroller. The bank would surrender the building value and raise funds to satisfy creditors.
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Pripratee Tie Usace
German National Bank of Pittsbark
Huen Young
John H. Jackson
John W. McDonald
Carri Mt
Groetzinger Indi
Bakhi
Aeroure
Tony
Fitire
Wnril Jamieite
Stinlt
Felver
Funeral for ex Senator Calvin Brice Attended by Prominent Figures
New York December 14 ex Senator Calvin Brice of Ohio lies in state at Fairfield Avenue Presbyterian Church. The large crowd included leaders from the Masonic order, Senator Hanna and Corbett among others. The service featured prayers from Rev. Wallire Radcliffe and songs Abide With Me and Sun of My Val. The body was carried to the railroad terminus for burial.
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New York
Calvin & Brice
Ohio
Wallire
Sultag
Kagetite
Robert G. In
Pera
Mark Hanna
George A. T. Collis
Anson G. Lood
Elit. Brockway
Joie Henry
Traps A Bold Swindler in Yorkville Court
Joseph Roberts aged 18 from Twenty fifth Street faced Yorkville police court on a charge arising from a bold letter swindle. The alleged plot targeted Commodore Gerry's wife Mrs Gerry, with a forged subscription scheme to fund relief for a widow and child. Roberta claimed to be 18 and involved in a scheme using a fake telegraph office letterhead to obtain funds. The case, aided by the bearer Frank Harnon and a butler kept as evidence, led to detention and admission of the criminal act. Magistrate Steade Reid remanded the suspect for further proceedings.
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Liana Daag
Fem
Hibridge Gerry
Commodore Gerry
Cas Alpainat
Hira
Yorkville
Joseph Roberts
Gerry
Meneenger
Roberta
Dereon
Liear Potlee
Binat Bixty
Eewanth Atreet
Oterts
Steade Reid
Cats Sold for Rabbits Sparks Public Outcry
In Kansas City Missouri on December 19 a local odd tale emerges as Drominick Sh amber reports cats sold for rabbits. The quirky incident has residents expressing squeamish reactions to the unusual barter involving a small-town buyer and local animals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Kentes City
Drominick Shamber
Fragmentary OCR Notes on Officer Bhirk and Involved Parties
An OCR fragment mentions Hoagith Officer Bhirk and Shaner Her, with unclear sequence of actions and dates. It references a trial or proceeding timing, a four month period, and a questioned count related to a table or event. Parties and places are partially obscured.
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Sato
Rich ore strikes on Colville reservation in Washington
Kane Wash Dec 34 report details repeated rich strikes in Republis camp on the Colville reservation. Belt now shown to be at least nine miles long and five miles wide with rich ore bodies found. Syndicate of Spokane men formed a company to develop the claim and open a working, with ore sold at about 47 cents a unit.
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Colville Reservation
Washington
Kane
Wash
Republis
Colville
Almowt
Marin
Wes Bowen
Republic
Conte
Brice's Son Succeeds Him In Packard Estate
New York December report says Stewart M Brice dies leaving a ten million dollar estate to his son a young man now set to manage the vast holdings In his first duties he may align with party leaders as he enters public life and faces heavy responsibilities from the Cribed assets to the Duluth South Shore railroad interests and beyond
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Brice
Ten
New York
Stewart M. Brice
Cesar Ae
Duluth
Routh Bhore
Te Paane
Tata
Cuba
Borla
Fragmented OCR note on material and bank statement mix
A jumbled OCR fragment mentions Better Than Flax and a weekly bank statement dated December showing reserve changes. It references EDO clattom and a minister, with unclear lines about material produced and a London setting, plus notes on loans and sums. The text is highly garbled.
Homeweeeker Excursion Vie the Santa Ye Route
On December 20 tickets to police in Arkandad Artoona Trin Territory Louisiana New Mexico or Ithormm and Texas at one fare plus 2.00 for the round trip. Call nearest Santa Fe agent for information. Nasal Catarrh quickly yields to treat y s Cream pete which Is.
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Arkandad
Artoona
Trin Territory
Louisiana
New Mexico
Ithormm
Texas
Santa Fe
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