United States to Probe Chengtu Riots Independently
A Washington dispatch says the United States will launch an independent inquiry into the Chengtu riots, delaying British plans and awaiting a U S consul to reach the scene. Acting Secretary Atlee has discussed the matter with Denby, with an inquiry planned as soon as a coastal consul can reach Chengtu.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Chicago
New York
Washington
The
Herald
United States
Great Britain
Chengtu
Kucheng
Atlee
Denby
Lily Dale Sees Dark Secrets in Medium Case
A Lily Dale letter to the Erie Dispatch reports investigators found masks, crowns, headgear, and a doll that suggest dummy spiritual manifestations by human and mechanical means. A painting kit and colored pencils appeared with names for slate tests. A woman named Mrs. Seymour resisted authorities and was escorted out by constable Turner amid accusations of fraud. Season ends, revelations to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erie Dispatch
Lily Dale
Mabel Aber
Benjamin West
McRoberts
Seymour
Aber
Turner
Flowers Grow at Offerle Greenhouse with New Rose House
A News representative toured Offerle's greenhouse on Conewango Street and noted a new rose house with 1,800 plants, yielding 150 to 200 roses daily. The grounds include palm and fancy houses, thousands of chrysanthemums, numerous beds of violets and carnations, and plans for future expansion. Also advertised Hood's Sarsaparilla and Hood's Pills as health aids.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Offerie
Conewango Street
Offerles
Offerle
New York
Boston Blaze Narrow Escape at Masonic Temple
Three alarms fought a morning fire at the Masonic Temple in Boston destroying upper floors, with water damage lower levels. District Chief Eagan and ladderman Hutchinson narrowly escaped as flames crossed Boylston Street. Lieut. Madison was knocked senseless by water, and a ladder crew member was injured by falling masonry.
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Masonic Temple
Boston
Mass
Temple
Paul Beverelodge
Boylston Street
Boylson Street
Eagan
Hutchinson
Ladder No. 1
Tremont Street
Lieut. Madison
Chemical 2
Ladder No. 3
Harris Under Suspense as Celoron Innkeeper Pleads Guilty
Jamestown Journal reports N H Harris Celoron innkeeper faced multiple liquor sale charges in Falconer court. He pled guilty on five counts. four fines of 850 each and a suspended fifth with a warning of harsher penalty on further violations. Officials vow to stop liquor selling in Elli cott Celoron.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jamestown Journal
N. H. Harris
Celoron
Davis
Falconer
Harris
Elicott
Ellicott
Woman Tries Brooklyn Bridge Jump for Family Poverty
Mrs Clara MeaArthur attempted to jump from the Brooklyn Bridge early this morning to support her unemployed husband and five year old child by exhibiting herself in a dime museum. She was found unconscious in the East River near the New York side and taken to Hudson Street Hospital where she remained under charge of attempted death by own action.
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New York
Clara MeaArthur
Brooklyn Bridge
Hudson Street Hospital
Old Slip
Battery
Wheeling Clinches Iron and Oil League Title
Wheeling defeats Warren in a thrilling seventh game, securing the championship after a tight contest in Wheeling. Harry Staley pitched strongly for Wheeling while Barrett of Warren held firm until late. Final score details show a one run Wheeling win with key late innings producing the decisive advantage.
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Wheeling
W. Va
Wheeling and
Warren
Iron and Oil League
West Virginians
Harry Staley
St. Louis
Barrett
A Timely Reminder for Fall Health
The text warns that autumn brings frailty to strength and health with fall season perils to the stomach nerves and bowels. It advocates Hood's Sarsaparilla as a safeguard and notes children and adults may suffer worms, recommending Thompson's Sweet Worm Powder as pleasant and effective.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thompson
Great Victory Over Rival Yacht Reported by United Press
Buffalo Sept. United Press coverage tracked a dramatic yacht race between Defender and Valkyrie with Defender maintaining lead while Valkyrie was misreported by Chicago papers. Western outlets issued fake bulletins claiming Valkyrie led before United Press confirmed Defender won. Chicago newspapers issue apologies to readers for bogus news.
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United Press
Buffalo
N.Y
Ted Press
Chicago
Valkyrie
Defender
Chicago Associated
Woodard
Changes at Woodard's store hint at grand opening
In Warren county Woodard's store undergoes major improvements as Jim Woodard prepares to open a new department in the Eddy block. The outfitter, sought by leading manufacturers, promises a premier stock for the fin de siecle dresser and entices wives with talk of tailored suits and furs. The piece also notes the Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle developing a four year reading certificate system aimed at guiding busy learners without exams.
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Jim
Woodard
Eddy Block
Warren County
Pennsylvania
St Woodard’s
Chautauqua
Warres
Thirteen Years Experience With Favorite Remedy
Mr W A Johnson of Millers Falls Mass notes his wife has suffered kidney and liver trouble and stomach ulcers for thirteen years. He credits Dr David Kennedy's Favorite Remedy with curing her each time and calls it a family medicine used by many neighbors. Salesmen are wanted to sell Non Nicotine Midgets Cigars with salary or commission. samples provided. Address Lantis Co Shippensburg Pa Pau wed Bt
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Millers Falls
Mass
W. A. Johnson
David Kennedy
Lantis& Co
Shippensburg
Pau
Public Letter by Colorado Democrat Attacks Cleveland Policy
S 3. Thomas, a Colorado member of the national Democratic committee, condemns the Cleveland administration in a public letter. He blasts civil service reform, cites past actions against party figures, and vows to remain a Democrat despite opposition. He asserts he represents Colorado Democrats and will not explain his stance to dissenters.
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Denver
Col
Frank P. Arbuckle
Democratic State Committee
Thomas
National Democratic Committee For
Colorado
Ichabod
Cleveland
Missouri
Prusant
Interior
Farmers’ Alliance
Georgia
Oand
National Committee
Serious mine fires threaten Calvert region in Cleveland field
Reports from Houghton Michigan describe surface sealing of the Ascoola mine shaft near Cali met to halt a spreading flame. Smoke pours from No 2 shaft as drifting air ties the fire to adjacent passages, while No 3 shaft is being sealed to judge relief. Precedents show fires burning for months, with water used to smother the largest blaze. A state charter was issued Friday for Kane & Erie railroad to connect Kane with Tionesta Valley line in Highland township Elk county. Directors include T S James and H J James.
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Houghton, Mich
Calimet
W ‘Lin
State Department
One Cquire Railroad Company
Philadelphia
Erie and Pittsburg & Western Railroad
Kane
Tionesta Valley Railroad
Highland Township
Elk County
H. J. James
T. S. James
W. If James
B. James
W. H. Davis
A. P. Huey
D. M. James
New Haven
Conn
Kane & Erie Railroad Company
James Bros.’ Lumber
James Manufacturing Companies
James
W. A. James
EB. B. James
Harrisburg
A Charming Reception Hosted by Mrs. J. W. Kelly
A large summer reception given by Mrs. J Wo Nine Kelly and daughter at Armom Friday drew over 200 guests. The hall glowed with drapery and lamps, music by Reig Barth’s orchestra, and a parade of 100 dancers led by Ernest Windsor. Refreshments in the Armory dining room proved orderly and ample, and out of town guests included Mr. and Mrs. Mills, Miss Keeler, and the Mac Dermotts among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren Haus
J. Wo. Nine-Kelly
Gertrude King
Alr
W. Kelly
Geo. King
G. V. Mills
Reig & Barth
Bellu
Caprnir Boorderiek
Ernest Windsor
Gil. Mills
Armory
Mills
Kennedy
Bradford
Democratic Clubs in Virginia Convene Triannual Assembly
The Democratic societies of Venosy vania held their triannual general assembly in Noaster. Representatives from across the state gathered to adopt resolutions praising national prosperity under Democratic policy, blaming Sherman and McKinley tariff for a slump, and praising the Wilson bill for revival. They reaffirmed party principles and oppose the unit rule for national convention delegates. Chauncey F. Black was re-elected president and Major John D. Worman secretary.
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Noaster
Sph
Democratic Societies of
Venosyvania
Macmerchor
Thuredar
Bout Howe
Rada
Cleveland
Chauncey F. Black
York
John D. Worman
Philadelphia
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Franklin Oil City Batteries
Pronkis
City
Martin McDongall
Danead
Ang
Lake Superior
CG. W. King-Kelly
Niss Gertrude King
Democratic
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