Electric Pills Cure Nervous Ailments Claim
An early 20th century ad touts Dr Hallock’s Wonderful Electric Pills as a cure for sciatica nervous prostration and related conditions. It alleges relief from overwork worry and inattention, promising renewed confidence and health with a 50 year tested formula. Sold by Snow Kansas Avenue and Hallock Co. Boston, with prices per box and multi box offers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blastock
Dr. Halleck
Halleck
Drus
Kansas
Hillock Grae Co
Court St
Boston
Mass
THE HILLHON TRIAL AND DELAYS IN APPEAL SCHEDULE
Ludl Hook of the federal court overruled a motion by defense lawyers seeking an insurance company action to bar a new trial. The judge granted an April 2, 1900 deadline to file exceptions for appeal to the circuit court, with lower-court examination required. The case tied to the constitutionality of a law and was heard by a special bench in the supreme court, with a decision not expected before spring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leavetworts
Kan
Ludl Hook
Federal Court
Attorners
Hisurmnce
Hilocos
Circuit Court of Speecals
Soch Polsita A Wiyuld Se
Green
Harker
Bir L. B. Wheat
Odind
Washington
Tracy
Supreme Court of the
United States
Etdéck Yards
Chip Segialat
Lest
Ford
Yardney
Kimene
Supreme Court
Justice White
Pertapa
Disorder in Crawford county as Ryan allied runs for Senate
The text depicts a muddled Third District race with W. H. Ryan, O. T. Host, and A. W. Buster contending. It notes populist momentum, party maneuvers, and shifting candidate plans for governor, congress, and state senate, with intraparty cliques shaping the race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crawford County
W. 11
Ryan
O. T. Host
W. Buster
Paern
Senate
Ieee
Stevie
Mind
Haxice
Pete
Utewford
eUnee
Ian
Hugh Enepeig
Bern
Langham Forces Far-Reaching Family Opposition to Newport Marriage
New Orleans reports a dramatic social clash as H Langham of Beaumont and a Miss Langham face stern resistance from the Finleys of Austin over a planned marriage. The couple, longtime sweethearts, wed after lengthy courtship but authorities and families clash amid wealth, politics, and regional loyalties. The couple traveled to New Orleans following a tense confrontation, while a final decision on their future remains unsettled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
H. Langham
Beaumont
Tex
Atimuts
Lane Star
Hoc
Langham
Jefferson County
Mr Langfan
H. W. Finley
Austin
Bly State
Mere Edward Eteadman
Lunehim Dace
Yuara
Finley
George C.jeiers
Crum Doorstep Implication On Local Politics
Bent Murdock hints that Crum may avoid Topeka duty, fearing a party backlash if he remains away. The court scene, judge’s stance, and Oswego politics are referenced amid a local election context. Bennett Book Store advertises 25 cent books at 15c and lists Ruskin and other standard authors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Murdock
Oswego
Littleton
Topeka
Rerisbiias
Crum
Jertsalan Wes
Epengaun
Ruskin
Duyte
Carlile
Bennett Book Store
Kunmus Avenue
Aristocratic Refinement of Santa Fe California Limited
The luxurious furnishings of Santa Fe's California Limited appeal to those who value a perfectly appointed fast train. The train will feature Pullman steel cars buffet smoking observation and dining cars. It will depart for nursing beginning November with tickets and reservations through T. Lo King, Agent, Depot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Fe
California Limited
Menita
Toco Nursing
T. Lo King
Unclear District Bond Dispute Recounts Education Funding
Fragmentary OCR outlines a district bond dispute over education funding and governance. Mentions Attorney General Godard defense, district boundaries, and state school funds, with references to municipalities and districts handling bonds and education financing.
FIERCE FIGHTING NEAR LAGUNA DE COYOT DESCRIBED
The report details November clashes between Mexican troops led by General Loreinze Torres and Yaqui forces at Laguna De Coyot. Mexican detachments attacked Unemt, suffering 20 wounded and two sergeants killed, while Yaqui losses included several dead and prisoners. General Torres routed rebel forces near Torn and Porlim ant Cursia Alta. Lieutenant Colonel Francisco Guillen was killed leading a charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yaqui Tollatis
Laguna de Coyot
Lule Torres
E Nmanm
Loreinze Torres
Chk
Bernanilies
Unemt
Effen
Privats
Torn
Torres
Porlim Ant Cursia Alta
Ajopan Martine
Pranisco Guillen
A Duel by Moonlight Fatal Ending of an Old Feud
Birmingham am Avr 21 Neer Sama last night Wesley Ethridge and John Stoverboro, prominent planters, met in front of a residence and renewed a quarrel rooted in an old feud. Ethridge shot Coleman at the scene, then a second duel ensued with a pistol. Ethridge died, Stoverboro fled unhurt, surrendered in Selma today, and relatives on both sides are incensed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Birmingham Am
Neer Sama
Wesley Ethridge
John
Stouenboro
Ett
JaGer
Ethridge
Stoverbore
Allen Colman
Culeman
Hut -Warde
Stover
Stousaboro
Selma Toiay
Receiver appointed for Ontaria Silversware Co
Ben C. Bowman was appointed receiver for the Ontaria Silversware Company in Indiana. The move aims to aid in winding up the affairs of the late Dr. Clark, a large stockholder, and to settle the county’s interests in the firm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ind
Ben C. Bowman
Ontaria Silvers Ware
Dr. Clark
Furfaio
Conven tion of Asian States Exposition Opens in Chicago
The annual convention of the Asian States and Exposition association began in Chicago with delegates from all states and territories. President Robert W. Puunes gave the opening address as reports and elections were held during the morning session. Arctic explorer dead after service in the Gresley expedition. Otte Filiner, survivor, died at his San Antonio home with full military honors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Falra
Chicago
United States
Casade
Boris Ant Socivtles
Robert W. Puunes
San Antonio
Texas
Otte Filiner
WS. Schles
Everning
Fifth Cavalry
Humorous Chicago Exchange With Colorful Street Talk
A fragmented dialogue from a Chicago scene depicts brokers, landladies, and locals trading slang about wheat deals, pills, and daily quirks. Sudden exchanges include mentions of a “pelican” doctor, a playful jab about baseball versus football, and a running joke about keeping hunkwheat cakes warm each morning.
Man narrowly escapes molten metal at Baldwin's Locomotive Works
An apprentice at Baldwin's Locomotive Works endured immersion in molten iron when a barrow tipped into a caldron. Fellow workers quickly pulled him free, leaving him with only severe heat exposure and singed hair. The man survived without lasting injuries due to a protective vapor and perspiration layer around his body.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baldwin
Joseph Conner
Conner
Hate
Lyle
Fonter
Ince
Cantor
Connor
Boom in emerald trade sparks Bogota market frenzy
Readers report a worldwide emerald shortage driving feverish sales as buyers push prices in Bogota. Crowds packed streets and a jewelry shop near the central market, while officials ferried crowds away to maintain order. Trade experts attribute the surge to a new demand push and limited supply from Colombia, with prices rising sharply before the peak.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Pyeeta
Colombu
del Welles
Hart
United States
Te Bou
Ememith
Bogota
Mazo Nmlow
Fone
Parone
Ibs
Eneota
Becau
Natydy Cai
Orar
Pura
Fragmentary OCR Story On Emeralds Sale In Piazza Lane
Incomplete report mentions a group of experts and a crew leaving Ene inne lane and a claim that Lecatae emeralds were saliine. Unclear names and details prevent full reconstruction of events or identifiers.
Among Sen of Note in Chicago Journalus
Fragmented OCR notes on political figures and society scandals. Mentions T. Allen and Senator Frye, Congressman Boutelle, Prof. Gorge T. Ladd, and various social figures, with scattered references to Panama scandal, Jameson raid, and public figures in New Haven and Takys Japan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
T. Allen
Newrother
AIS
Mpener
New York County
Cpallel Penta
Heuer
Penryn
Chidhte McKinty
Me. Allen
Frye
Boutelie
Meenaid
Gorge T. Ladd
Yale Boe
Poe Skophy
Takys
Japan
Aida
America
New Haven
Wallines Gillete
Sherlick Holmer
Mike
Sun
Attot
Chet
Fier
Gonpoenent
Hele Hoken
Panama
Ji Amin
Marin Garmont
Mithor
Anijer Fuiphwel
Sue Miver
Madonnies
Willan Brown
Leon
Dee Moles
Twa
Prunevand
Oaid To Be Run Rich and nAvental Witses of “Com Pantie’ Penny. Einen
SS Salowsy
Wiladase
Joseph Wad
Hutte
Peurs
Clark
Wan
Mijor
Ian
Governor in Demand Demands Loans and Aid
In Ottawa, Governor Stanley faced pressure as a state secretary urged citizens to loan funds for a raised goal. The effort opened with strong rhetoric and a push to mobilize assistance, including a noted contribution count reaching 328 donors. A final discussion suggested no further Fort Bay relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawe
Stanley
Gocermor Stanley Wan
Seemingly Practical Footwear From Harper's Magazine
An old Harper's Magazine piece extols moccasins as the most rational and comfortable footwear, praising full leather soles, flexibility, and breathability. It contrasts moccasins with heavy boots, noting superior grip on varied terrain and light weight, while warning against clumsy boots that hinder movement in wet or cold conditions.
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Harper's Magasine
Iinder & Man
Stowe
Iran
Lerenor Fay
Caliinus
Splritsman
What One Hears in the Telephone From the New Orleans Times-Democrat
A reader explains how the telephone voice sounds like the real speaker through electrical vibration. The likeness arises from wave transmission, diaphragm motion, and mimicked sound at the distant end. The piece likens this to a facsimile of handwriting and notes the voice counterfeit is a first step toward real replication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans Times-Democrat
Homeseekers Excursion Via Santa Fe Route
Tickets to Arkansas Arizona Louisiana New Mexico and Texas available for a $2.00 round trip fare. Round trips valid 21 days. See nearest Santa Fe agent for details. Members and trustees listed. event scheduled Tuesday evening with labor-saving emphasis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arkansas
Arizona
Louisiana
New Mexico
Texas
Santa Fe
Gilbert Insane in Lansing Confession Shocks Town
A report from Lansing states Joan Sabilie claimed Gilbert insafely confessed to killing his wife and four children in Clay County. He fled the country but returned days later and was sent to Topeka for safekeeping while awaiting district court action. Court found him guilty as declared in the record, sent to the penitentiary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lansing
Joan Sabilie Fae Ae
Toli
Clay County
Topeka
Rodin
Wanted help and domestic positions in city listings
Classified notices seek WANTS positions for caregivers and housekeepers. Entries request references from physicians or best references, with partial addresses and contact hints. Includes household work, nursing experience, and nearby locations, with scattered names and garbled addresses.
Wanted Female Help Advert From Old Notice
Wanted female help sought by a New York area ad listing duties and pay. Mentions a lady needed for work, salary details, and contact hints. Also references an apprentice seamstress position and other employment notes with unclear naming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N.Y
P Hhones
Mire
Fragmented 19th century notice on printing and sales
An OCR messy notice advertises Christmas books and poems with prices, printing services, and agent solicitations. It mentions Ferguson Buikline in Cincinnati and various sales terms, with scattered references to child seating and cloths, all conveyed in a garbled 19th century print style.
Wanted. Salesmen for our full line of chairs and furs
Wanted. Sale men to sell our full line of chairs Hussery Flock. A printed sunrurter That siack shall be Tracts name given to each customer. Write for terms Mr. Hope Nurseries, Lawrence. Karena, SE MANSON, Helen. Ave. Pars. wentio fete clothing, shows, tate. Pays sto a suit Dros on card.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hope Nurseries
Lawrence
Karena
Manson
Helen
Ave
Wentiofete
Tate
FOR SALE MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND FURNISHINGS
Multiple small listings. Items include sound equipment, a garden cot, a stove, a cube, and assorted odds and ends. Locations mention Dolley’s Barn, Fillmore Street, and East Slat Street with prices noted in dollars.
For Rent and For Sale Listings with Mixed Ads
A cluttered OCR page lists rental notices and sales offers. Items include houses for rent, rooms, and a range of price figures. Locations mention 20th Street, Kandus Avenue, Harrison, Kansas Avenue, and nearby blocks with brief conditions such as water access and cisterns. Prices range from small cash payments to monthly rents, with mentions of percentages and investment notes.
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Galden
Roama
Heau
Kandus Avenue
Harrison
Fragmentary probate court notice about wearing item and man’s will
A damaged notice from Wallace Topaim Kansay and others details a probate matter. It mentions a person, a court, and a request or requirement for a time and place for a hearing, with reference to wearing and a possible will. It notes a price and restoration context for materials and mentions a brick and paving company. The text is unclear and fragmented.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Artiett Notich
Wallace Topaim
Kansay
Balpaar
Also Mentioned on This Page
St. Vitus
Dr. Hallock
Hillhon
Tudge Hook
The
Dafendsats
Godard Raturos
Sears
ROTH
Brubb
Whod
Norway
Ae Bey
Sydney Tows and Country Journal
W. Squires
Wolff Packing Co
W. H. Ryan
Texas Society
Bent Murdock
Tov
Fes
Throten
Ely
Ponte
Sity Mets
Din Trck
Thie Bende
Attario
Ming
Toerd
Attormey
Godard
White House
Senator Cullom
Washington, Xa
Cullom
Ilias
Tn Fortress
Michaion
Raia
Sneiemore
Gaa and Electric Combina
Springfield
Derafursu8 and Electric Company
Decnur Gaslight and Coke Company
Decatur Electric Company
Colyer Electric Company
Matos
Arender
Bill
Chicago Newsy
Ald
Wes
Manila
Stonewall
Archibald
Fia
Eva
Parker
Sen
Sioneert
Ball
Zist
Amonlo Benailene
Labor Saving
Sosp
Gilbert
Wowritar
I. A
Care Journal
W. Best
Taylor
Baylor
Assia
Shawsee
Potwin
Ben
St. Lotti
Christman Bonke
Tor Ehidret
Agenta
Agenta. Fer Non Printing Co, Reom Ferguson Buikline
Cincianet
Obin
Tare Journal
W. McAfee
Adame
Quincy
North Topeka
Geo. Harrison Eration
Amy Hore
Dolley
Sexlten ER & Goodfellow
Eta
Rouse
Treba
Cock St
Tal- Ce Ei & CO
Kansas Ave
Orta Bae Collee Figs
Wiengey
Perna Aye Vanta
Alfred Wood
Neetie Town
Perneyivenia
Decous
Hague, Florist
Succes
Areves
Kaneee
I. A. Ryder
Offic Ang
eGorten Bod Central Ave
North
Depeka
Ida C. Barnes
M. D
Kanm Ave
Ing
Eva Harding
Seeldon
Peivale Hospital
Ocice
Hue
Attorneys-At-Law
Milton Brown
Voectice
Bulie
Crawford Bide
Topran An
Marken Kibberg
tHarrison
Jones
Reo Bby
Pace
Hat Wis
Hattie van Vieck
Bicycles
U.S Cycle Co
Isaha
Natiness Ad Dolon Meréles
Gumition
Cepsiin
Topeka Cycle CO
Ues
Hse Fesper
Ike
Jewelera
James B. Hayded
Jensier Unt ‘Elan
Bk of Atch
Iad
Tabiediaca Piety Sek Ee
Watchmaeker
Erychale
We. Tlovew Eli
PP Ng
J. Darling CO
Thea
Brick and Paving Co
Tiyv
Breas
Walches Srg
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