Sen Mason and a thief unfold in a web of burglary
In Washington on March 11 a dramatic tale emerges of Senator Mason repeatedly negotiating with a thief who admitted stealing items valued at 1400 dollars from Mason. The burglar returns jewels and a portrait of Mason's son, while Mason privately handles a repayment and sets terms for disclosure. The thief later borrows funds from another senator to complete the payoff before the two depart.
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Washington
Mason
Billy Mason
Rossud
Masiny
Mason Tiusenild & Grout
Perkins
Burstar
West Mason
Sennior
Senate
Frarteenth
Maso Burgiar
Minein
penMler
Maun
Scrat
Tee Mantle
Mantle
Burshar
Muten
Tombs
New Yorke
Waithne
Irl
Metropolitan Press
Moses
Festival of Mountain and Plain Date Fixed for September
Denver officials announce the Festival of Mountain and Plain will be held the last week in September 1999. The board endorsed a horse show and Western displays, with exhibitions in fine stock, riding and driving. An expedition committee will develop the plan. Also noted: a Pullman trip to Ft Worth and a Santa Fe round trip sale for $14.50 limited to the 18th.
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Pullman
Ft Worth
Santa Fe
Topeka
Fort Worth
Swift's Specific: a blood remedy for rheumatism
A century old testimonial claims rheumatism is a blood disorder and says Swift's Specific cures by reaching the blood. The speaker, Etrason M. Tirpent of Philadelphia, cites dramatic remission after two bottles and asserts permanent cure, listing other diseases treated and offering free books by the Swift Specific Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Etrason M
Swift Specific Company
Atlanta, Ga
Rise in Wages Prompting Industrial Uptick in Great Britain
New York dispatch notes B G Don Co weekly review predicting sustained business gains from wage increases. It cites cotton mill workers up to 10 percent, iron steel and coal sectors similar gains, plus higher plate and wheel demands. March figures show marked production and price shifts, with coal, iron, wool, and cotton markets detailing supply, exports, and futures amid improving employment and cautious optimism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
B. G. Don & Co
Weekly Review of Trade
Pittsburg
Bessemer
Grey Forge
Trust
Connellsville
Atlantic
United States
Canada
Resignation of Rev Dixon at Warren Avenue Baptist Church
Boston march 11 at a church meeting the Rev Joseph K Dixon resigned as pastor his resignation accepted He proclaims innocence amid domestic troubles while a faction bars services forcing outdoor gatherings A second notice claims no service yet a brief rainy service proceeds with about 70 then 150 attendees At superior court today Mrs Dixon files a 40000 damages suit against Mrs Lemuel Amerman of Wor ster tor alienation of affection claims
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Boston
Maroh
Warren Avenue
Joseph K. Dixon
Dixon
Lemuel Amerman
Worster
Dr. Tixon
Dr. Dixon
Pas~ Forte
Dixont
Ser
Opposition to Mr Reed Arising In House Speakership Contests
Washington March 11 Republican members discuss possible challenge to Reed for speaker as East and West factions debate harmony with administration. Grosvenor denies candidacy while Hopkins favored in the West. Reed’s prior remarks about not seeking re election fuel eastern opposition and possible withdrawal if caucus opposition grows.
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Washington
D. C
Reed
General Grosvenor
Grosvenor
Tts
Bether
Meed
Weistt
Republican House
Republic
Fheaker
Mir
Mr. Reed
Cold Weather Destroys Wildlife Across Battle Creek Area
Report from Battle Creek and surrounding regions detail extensive wildlife losses due to severe cold. Quail nests decimated as birds gathered in groups, ducks perished on unfrozen waters, and wolves threaten deer as snow lies thick and crusted. The era includes a testimonial from Saint Francis Sisters of Clinton Iowa praising Regan's Rheumatism Remedy, with sales listed at $1 per bottle through local druggists.
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Battle Creek
Stichlin
Sisters of Saint Francis
Clinton
Iowa
Regan
Swift & Holliday Drug Co
W. H. Wilgon
Arnold Drug Co
Move to Form International Coffin Hardware Trust
New Haven March 1 A statement from Strong Manufacturing of Winsted says leading coffin hardware makers plan an International trust absorbing over sixty concerns representing about 80 percent of output. Headquarters would be in New York with capital stock between 7 and 10 million dollars.
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New Haven
Conn
Strong Manufacturing Company
Winsted
United States
New York
Coffin Hardware
Morgan Silver Plate Company
Sargent Company
United States Hardware Company
Meriden Britannia Company
Meriden
Textile Company
Westfield
Mass
Vanderbilt Suffers Muscular Rheumatism at Home
New York March 11 reports say Cornelius Vanderbilt is suffering from muscular rheumatism at his Fifth Avenue home. Chauncey Depew dismissed exaggerated illness rumors and predicted a swift recovery. With two family weddings soon, plans include traveling abroad after celebrations. Dr Walter B James of West Forty fourth Street treats the Vanderbilt patriarch.
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New York
Comenus Vanderblt
Fifth Avenue
Chauncey M. Depew
Vanderbilt
Walter B. James
West Fifty-fourth Street
Mir Vanderbilt
Vanderbilt's Newport Stay At Breakers Noted By Doctor
Dr Depew reports Mr Vanderbilt’s autumn visit to Newport at The Breakers was extended and imprudent though his fondness for the place lingered. The damp climate did not suit him.
Purify Your Blood This Spring With Hood's Sarsaparilla
Seasonal appeal urges cleansing of winter impurities with Hood's Sarsaparilla as the best blood purifier. Ad claims it enriches the blood, stimulates appetite, and strengthens health for spring renewal.
Meningitis alarm spreads fear in county
Meningitis has shifted from mild county cases to rapid spread with two deaths in Ashley four in Okanville three in a Covington family and two at Addieville amid numerous reports. Most fatalities affect children and many victims are buried promptly. This bulletin notes urgent efforts to check the outbreak and lists local merchants promoting a digestive cure.
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Nashville
Ashley
Okanville
Covington
Addieville
Niagara's Force Wears Away Gorge Rock At Falls
Report from Niagara Falls dated March 11 shows visible erosion of rock on both sides of the gorge. On the American side between Rapids View and the Mist landing the cliff splits and debris piles at the foot. Canadian side between Clifton and Whirl Pool also shows changes with Table Rock appearing to have lost a sizable winter portion.
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Niagara Falls
Clifton
Table Rock
Mystic Cure Promises Fast Rheumatism Relief
A Brooklyn style advertisement touts a Mystic Cure claimed to heal rheumatism and neuralgia in 1 to 5 days, with the first dose offering quick relief. It markets low prices and lists Swift & Holliday druggists in Topeka as sellers, alongside travel offers and other remedies from various vendors.
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Swift & Holliday
Kansas Avenue
Topeka
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Johnston
Numensis
Trmathese
Beth Medical
Credentiala
Geneotell
Hansas Avenue
Chicago Medical Institute
Kansas
Sen. Mason
Deny
Swift
B.G. Don & Co
Mrs Amerman
Uneeda Biscuit
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W. H. Wilson
A. J. Arnold & Son
Ad. Kane & Co
Niagara
Geo W. Stansfield
W. HE. Peer
A.J. Kane Co
Smith
Linwood Ave
Kansas City
Emma BeLcuer
Arkansas
J. P. Walcunt
Lynchburgh
Herkimer
Janie Tavs
Grand Island
Neb
Mess
J. F. Sutth & Co
Hee
Main St
Kansas City, Mo
W. H. Janeway
Marshalltown
J. F. Smits & Co
Ase
G. Newman
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