Innocent Austrian Man Freed After Twenty Years in Prison
Andrew Toth, who spent twenty years in a Pennsylvania prison for a murder he did not commit, sails back to Austria with his wife and children. He recalls the harsh life behind bars, the stigma of guilt, and the emotional toll on his family. Carnegie helped him financially and he longs to reunite with his loved ones before dying.
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Andrew Toth
Pennsylvania
Ptay
Austria
Toth
Yn Pvee
Centyel Feluelie
Vin
America
Dinansina
Andrew Carnegie
Washington County Hospital Rises One Story Higher
The county hospital walls reach the second story with brickwork paused for a cement floor to be laid by Friday. Iowa Gas & Electric crews install wiring as tile and steel rods secure the floor, then concrete and a finishing three inch layer follow. Contractor L. R. Davis reports rapid progress since June 1 on the red vitrified brick structure with stone trim and a prominent stone entrance bearing Washington County Hospital.
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Iowa Gas & Electric Company
L. R. Davis
Washington County
Fifty Years Ago Today Major General Fremont Proclaims Martial Law
Fifty years ago today on August 30 Major General Fremont extended martial law over Missouri. His proclamation imposing penalties confiscating property and freeing Confederates’ slaves drew Lincoln’s disapproval and was withdrawn. Twenty five years ago today a Fire damp explosion in Fair Lawn colliery Scranton killed five and a railway collision near Vienna cost seven lives.
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Fremont
Missouri
Lincoln
Fairlawn
Scranton
Vienna
County Proud Of Beautiful New Facility Completion
A proud county notes the completion of a beautiful new facility, highlighting its design and community value. The project stands as a notable achievement for the region and its residents.
Wedding Guests Poisoned After Shannon Ill Supper
At a Shannon wedding in August twenty guests fell ill after eating pressed chicken. Two physicians were called and the Cheeseman home became a temporary hospital as the illness was diagnosed as ptomaine poisoning.
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Shannon
Ill
Karl Boyd
Beasie Cheese
Cheeseman
Two Tablets and Stomach Misery
Lemmon's Pharmacy sells MI O NA stomach tablets guaranteed to cure indigestion and related symptoms. The product claims relief in five minutes for upset stomach gas belching heaviness heartburn and biliousness with a money back guarantee. Large boxes sell for 50 cents at Lemmon's Pharmacy and druggists everywhere.
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Lemmon'’s
Lemmon's
Lemmon’s
New Propaganda Organization Aims at Men Not Suffrage Circles
Cincinnati August 29. Henry Andre of Kendrick Stovepipe and Collar announces a new seven day religion aimed at men in forty countries. The group rejects suffrage clubs and sewing circles and vows to lead men who respect old maids while honoring working girls and promoting their defender image.
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Cincinnati
Henry Andre
Kendrick Stovepipe and Collar Company
Andre
Legion
Sublime temptations and old maid stereotypes in a social remark
A fragment reflects on old maids as pragmatic, capable workers who manage home tasks and jobs alike. It contrasts their endurance with younger women, noting the high cost of marrying someone perceived as naive. The tone mocks romance norms and emphasizes economic realities.
Paroled Cemetery Graft Convict John Neff Freed
Johnnie Neff former Buffalo county auditor served three years and six months for stealing 29304 from public funds in the North street cemetery graft. The case also involved R. J. Conover who testified and led to the conviction of Neff and Supervisors W. B. Jackson and B. D. Gibson. Jackson and Gibson were paroled earlier.
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Buffalo
N. Y
Johnnie” Neff
North Street
Auburn
Neff
R. J. Conover
W. B. Jackson
B. D. Gibson
East Aurora
Jackson
Gibson
Washington Workmen Sece de Severs Ties With Supreme Lodge
Washington workmen secede from the Supreme Lodge of the Ancient Order of United Workmen. The Washington grand lodge meets to complete the split, sever all national ties, and rewrite the constitution to remove references to the supreme lodge. The jurisdiction becomes an independent fraternal order with a new name, insurance plan, and ritual.
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Tacoma
Wash
Supreme Lodge of the
Ancient Order of United Workmen
Washington
Bomb Dropping Contest Highlights Harvard Aero Meet
A bombe dropping contest offering a $200 prize is part of Harvard aero meet activities at Squantum this afternoon. The event tests bombing accuracy against warships or fortifications, with several army and navy officers among the spectators.
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Boston
Harvard Aero
Squantum
Army
Navy
Municipal Problems to be Discussed by Canadian Cities
Quebec August 29 experts will examine government issues and urban improvements during a three day Union of Canadian Municipalities session. Mayors and city representatives from across the Dominion attend the talks.
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Quebec
Dominion
Union of Canadian Municipalities
Mother's Friend Promises Easier Expectant Motherhood
An advertisement extols Mother's Friend as a preparatory remedy for pregnancy. It claims the product reduces suffering, avoids nausea, prevents breast cake, and aids natural work, urging expectant mothers to prepare for childbirth with this widely endorsed remedy.
Journal's Popular Music Series Hits on Broadway Spotlight
The Journal highlights the Popular Music Series with selections from air tracks dominating Broadway stages. Cast, composers, and producers receive notice as the program showcases songs gaining real hit status in the current Broadway season.
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the Journal
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