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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1902
Page
4
St Louis Missouri August 25 Judge Sidener of the City Hall Police Court fines Mary Anderson a witness in a disturbance case ten dollars for contempt of court after she chewed gum during the session. The court nurse lectured her and ordered the gum put away then she resumed chewing.
Charles L Hereux, 21, faced assault charges in Meriden Connecticut after he forcibly kissed Minnie Boupuest during a visit that ended their engagement. The court held him in $1,000 bail for trial as public opinion split on the case.
An advertisement touts Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as treating stomach and digestion issues. It argues true strength comes from nutrition, cites a testimonial from James B. Ambrose praising relief after three bottles, and offers a free Common Sense Medical Adviser with stamp payment options.
Mrs. Jane Wolsey of Grayson County appeared before United States Commissioner Lindsay in Owensboro charged with operating an illicit still. Weighing 420 pounds and standing 5 feet 5 inches, she was deemed too large for the courthouse stairs and an outdoor hearing was sought.
RALEIGH N C Aug 23 Tom Jones a Black man linked to an incident on Mrs Will Smith at Seven Springs died from injuries sustained earlier. He was taken from captors by a mob and fatally harmed today.
Partridge and Storer of Colorado Springs completed a sale of the Planet group of copper mines in Yuma county Arizona to Boston capitalists. The mines cover 300 acres with high grade ore and production to date around 600000 dollars. The price and terms were not disclosed.
The history recounts painter William Frith buying a self portrait he had not recalled painting. A dealer in Great Portland Street claimed the canvas depicted Frith, a living artist, though the seller said the picture’s subject was long deceased. Frith paid twenty pounds, noting the shopkeeper’s profit and the workers’ claim the artist died of drink.
The passage lists lifespans for various birds from swans and falcons to parrots and doves. Notably, swans reach up to 200 years, falcons 162, eagles about 1819 older specimens, and white headed vultures dying in 1824 after being caught in 1706. Ravens exceed 100 years. magpies 20–25 in captivity.
A traveler recalls meat in Durango that was so tough a tenderloin could not be cut. The waiter and hotel proprietor inspect the platter as the host explains the steak is the best in the house and cannot be returned because it is bent.
The Ohio legislature convened today in extraordinary session to pass laws governing municipalities and restore Supreme Court jurisdiction, after chaotic actions by the court earlier in the summer.
A Scottish aunt shares a wry three part reflection on marriage. She recalls youth asking who she would marry, middle age wondering who she would get, and later life lamenting who would take her after a broken leg incident. The humor hinges on dated language and regional speech.
Weather notes from observer I J Wetmore report a high near 96, mean 54, wind northwest, clouds to the south and a forecast favoring a storm. The rest is a collage of quotes and jokes from Philadelphia Record and Denver News.
A Chicago Post quip frames a debate on Mormonism and polygamy showing a man objecting on moral grounds. He adds a sharp aside about coming home late from the club and needing to explain to ten or fifteen wives.
Senator Clark of Montasia sought a carriage driver in Helena. He tested candidates on near edge driving along a mountain road five miles from a gorge. The Irishman answered he would stay as close to the hill as possible without pulling off a wheel and was chosen for the job.
A London Chronicle piece surveys global beliefs in sleeping saviors who will awaken to restore nations. It cites Arthur, Drake, Napoleon, Parnell, Mohammed Mobadi, Bobadil el Chico, the Servians, and the Tell family as legends promising future revolt or independence.
The text explains Hopi marriage practices where a maiden selects a husband by sitting in his house and grinding corn to prove industriousness. After an elaborate ceremony the couple live in the wife's house. Divorce is possible by throwing the husband’s saddle out of the house. Post marriage the wife owns the house, fields, and all property except the herds. children have unrestricted freedom. parents are indulgent.
A Topeka woman named her baby Bertha years ago, later Bertie Birdie Bird and Byrdeyne at graduation. The remark hints mothers often misname heirs with lasting effect. A doctor and professor exchange views on success contrasting self push with pushing others aside.
An old slogan touts the Gold Dust Twins as a quick fix for chores. The ad-style line suggests a service or product claim framed around the famous duo.
A reader from Viola Iowa credits Kodol with relieving months of stomach distress and endorses its use for indigestion and dyspepsia. Also promotes Bell's Pharmacy and E G Capo for watch and jewelry repair with guaranteed, first class service.
Wanted. If A few good men for street car conductors. Apply to CHAS. A. HOFF, Secretary. No. 38 S. Stone avenue. I had a running, itching sore on my leg. Suffered tortures. Dean's Ointment took away the burning and itching instantly and quickly effected permanent cure. CC. W. Lenhart, Bowling Green, O.
A Verbena Alabama man F A Gulledge paid doctors for a severe piles case producing twenty four tumors. After hospital failures Bucklen's Arnica Salve cured him. It is touted as reducing inflammation and pains and sold for 25 cents at druggists.
Owing to moving preparations on Congress street, all harness saddles buggies and wagons will be sold at greatly reduced prices until September 1. F J Villaescusa 110 S Meyer Street offers wedding and birthday rings to order at E G Capos Jeweler 83 West Cocegresa street C A Stevens former express man returns to operate at the People Store with prompt attention to all entrusted work.
A minister at a rural England ceremony pauses as a gruff deaf groom answers the vows for his bride with “Oi will.” A groomsman explains the man’s deafness and his role in answering. The anecdote appears in Pearson’s Weekly with a punchline about posterity.
A judge notes Brassie dislikes oatmeal yet eats it for breakfast as he pursues a golf accent improvement. Larkin and Gilroy discuss the aim, with the judge framing the object as better golf form.
Mrs Houser, hearing a tremendous kitchen noise, asks Bridget if it was an earthquake. Bridget calmly picks up glass and explains it was only a little jar breaking, downplaying the incident.
Quote attributed to New York Herald on marriage finances says no move will seem right when funds are tight. It reflects the dilemma of providing support versus personal limits in a strained relationship.
To buy some good medium sized mules. CHAS A HOFF, Secretary. Tel. 161. No. 28 S. Stone avenue.
Pease Novelty Co offers typewriters slot machines and various automatic devices with freight savings available for sale or rent. Located at 213 North Meyers Street Tucson Arizona contact phone 228L.
A Sioux City reader recalls a boy poisoned by a weed and credits DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve with quick recovery. The notice promotes the salve for skin ailments and lists Bell's Pharmacy as a seller. The page also advertises a summer Taprobes clearance and various local services from Carria ges to tailoring and painting. Dr H E Crepin returns from California and resumes practice at the A O U W building.
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