Mason Aims to Block Kohlsa at Senate Confirmation
Washington reports February 25 that Senator Mason plans to delay or defeat Judge Koblisat’s confirmation for a Chicago probate court judgeship. Mason leverages editorial opposition in his favor, citing editorials from the Timenez-Herald and aligning with Senator Cullom to oppose the nominee amid broader resistance to two other federal judgeships.
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Mason
Chicago
Washington
C. C .Reblscnt
Moastinley
Senate
Hlobisuat
Probate Court of
Illnois Genesors
Ephraim Hanning
Kobisaat
Koninaat Arobicandor
Ruesta
Hitchcock
St Louie
Kobleanat
Kobleaats
Tanner
Srs
Br. Kohisaat
Hwart
North Carolina
Bheiby
Alabama
Hoth
Bansley
United States
Beton B. Konissat
Timenn-Herald
Kohlssar
Iili
Cullom
Kobklsuat
The Silent Wife Health Tonic Claims Revival
A sensational advert claims a women’s health tonic can turn weak, nervous, and despondent wives into healthy mothers. It asserts the remedy fights feminine weakness, builds strength, and restores vitality, urging cautious buyers to seek genuine products and avoid substitutes.
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Abe
Rome
Tomas
Keane to Return to United States for Months in 1900s
New York reports private Rome advices say Archbishop Keane plans to leave for the United States in March due to poor health. He may travel with Archbishop Trond and spend time at the Catholic University in Washington, possibly delaying return to Europe until late spring. The move follows papal encyclical affecting liberal factions and signals Keane’s continued role in directing university affairs.
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United States
New York
Rome
Keane
Lenton
Troland
Mer
Catholic University
Washington
United
Europe
Catholic Univerity
Troape
Yall
Te University
Mar. Keane
Bought His Own Horse Trapped By Jockeys Scam
New York reports a bizarre tale of James Jordanes of Vineland New Jersey who was duped into buying his own horse. A con artist pair dyed the horse black and fed him arsenic and whisky to weaken him, then sold the animal back to Jordanes for profit. The incident ends with the farmer refusing to be tricked again and the horse returned to his former owner.
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Jordanes
New York
Joseph Jordanese
Melow
James Jordanes
Vineland
N. J
Tic
Famie
How to Prevent Pneumonia Remedy Claim
A historical ad asserts that pneumonia follows colds or grippe, noting Chamberlain's Cough Remedy prevented pneumonia when used during grippe outbreaks. It claims the remedy counters cold or grippe progression and endorses it as the best remedy for bad colds, with a warranty and availability through old druggists.
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Grippe
Geo. W. Stansfield
J. Arnold & Son
A. J. Kane & Co
Royal Wines and Tammany’s Secret Cellars Exposed
A sensational report claims the Democratic club of Tammany Hall has stocked private cellars with rare wines and champagnes, including a Johaonisberger cabinet blue seal vintage. The piece details notable bottles, prices, and agents involved, portraying a charged clash of politics and luxury amid a banquet plan for 1,600 guests.
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New York
Tammany
Democracic Club
Democratis Club
George T. Devideot
House Committee
Charles H. ‘Truax
United States
Johaonisberger Cabinet
Prince Mettternich
Sue
William
Richard Croker
Croker
Duke of Nassau
Steinberger
Democratic Club
Manhattan
Ite
Truax
St Marcellus
Hunt
Peter Jouet
Temmany
Fitth Avenue
Bordeaux
Sir Co. Lawther
Chateau Lafitte
Pyramid Pile Cure Claims Remarkable Piles Relief
A testimonial letter from Henry Thomas of Columbus Ohio touts Pyramid Pile Cure as a cure for piles after four boxes. The notice claims physicians back the remedy for being opium cocaine and mineral free and safe to use with Pyramid Pills for constipation. It invites readers to request a free booklet from Pyramid Drug Co Marshall Michigan.
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Henry Thomas
Hosack Ave
Columbus
Ohio
Pyramid Drug Co
Cincinnati
Marshall
Mich
Enail
Jefferson Birthday Dinner Set for 1600 at Opera House
A Democratic club plans a $16,000 dinner for 1600 attendees to celebrate Thomas Jefferson’s birthday on April 2 at the Metropolitan Opera House. The club will not hire a caterer, instead the Steward’s hands will oversee a temporary kitchen near the venue to feed guests.
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Vance
Thomas Jefferson
Metropolitan Opera House
New York
Mab
Democratic Club
Opera House
Remarkable Brain Surgery Saves Girl From Hopeless Idiocy
In New York at Hellevud hospital a 34 year old girl, Marian Featherstone, underwent a pioneering craniotomy to free premature skull sutures hindering brain growth. A 2 inch bone section was removed from the left temple. a similar right side operation follows in weeks. Doctors foresee complete recovery and restored intellect.
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New York
Hellevud Hospital
Marian Featherstone
Joseph D. Beyant
Whiel
Pierce
Peters Prodigality Prompts Family Alarm in Wilmington
Washington report details Eugene Peters of Norris Peters Co driving large sums from bank drafts, traveling to Hot Springs and New Orleans, buying hats and giving away money. Relatives, doctors, and police notes cite extravagant spending and possible danger of further losses. New Orleans scene includes Peters borrowing 25 dollars then flaunting stock shares, drawing public attention and inquiries.
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Washington
Rep
Norris-Peters Co
Wilmington
Del
New York
Eugene Peters
Peters
Tiot Springs
Ark
New Orleans
Dratte
Pines Peters
Mot Springs
Norris-Petera Co
Daniel Frasier
Tint Springs
Str
Garrett
Hanna
Holland
William Pean
Hot Springs
Sylvester
Ne Tne
Pullman Palace Car Company
Pullman #lock
Grunewald
Wisdom in His Fate G C Clemens Retires From Supreme Court Reporter
G C Clemens retires from the office of supreme court reporter by virtue of dr Gulbratrnces over which he was con tralan election. He contemplates the next two years and adapts from Walseys Fall, lamenting the end of his public office and the shift from political life, reflecting on ambition, glory, and duty as the state moves toward election results.
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G. CG. Clemens
Waleey
G. C. Clemens
Supreme Court
Vesson
Sega
Pecam
Mark
Tewey
Dewey
Kipling
Leslie Bernice
Girl fears rabies as battle rises over cruelty to animals
In New York on February 25 the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and the health department clash over whether protecting a girl from hydrophobia justifies experiments on a dog’s spinal cord. The dog died of heart worms after a suspected rabies scare.
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New York
Society For the Prevention of Cruelty To Animals
Health Department
Ten Island
Cabot
Purifying Blood With Hood's Sarsaparilla Spring Promotion
A Topeka advertisement urges readers preparing for spring to purify blood with Hood's Sarsaparilla. It promises rich red blood, good appetite, digestion, and vitality, labeling Hood's as the great spring medicine and One True Blood Purifier. Also touts 75 cent "Mystic Cure" for rheumatism and laundry services at Steam Laundry on West Eighth Street.
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Hood
Swift & Holliday
Kansas Avenue
Topeka
Paine's Celery Compound Promises Restored Nerve Strength
An old promotional piece argues that many women suffer sleep loss and nervous strain from household and work duties. It touts Paine's celery compound as a universal tonic improving sleep, digestion, and blood, citing a Mrs. Fannie from Chicago and claiming dramatic daily gains and strength recovery.
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Paine
Grestest
Annermia
Peine
Seraee Peal
Sams
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New York Humans Society
Povers the Animal
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