Andrews Paroled Bank Exec Promises Earnest Return
Frank C. Andrews, former vice president of City Savings bank in Detroit, was paroled from Jackson prison by Governor Bliss after serving 16 months of a 15 year sentence. He arrived in Detroit with his attorney and reporters and vowed to work night and day to repay all debts and end legal fights. He said his aim is to rebuild trust and help restore Detroit’s banking reputation.
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Lansing
Bliss
Michigan
Frank C. Andrews
Detroit
City Savings Bank
Jackson
Andrews
Missouri Official Discharged Over Plain Tale in Ten Hihowt
Jefferson City reports speed Mosby, author of Ben Blunt, loses deputy clerk post at Missouri supreme court for his political novel. A successor will take office Jan 1, 1904. The book targets grafters and lobbyists, with characters resembling state figures including Governor Dockery through a distinctive wink.
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Jefferson City
Missouri
Dockery
State Auditor
Young Keokuk boy linked to double drownings
Arthur Humphrey, 14, is in custody and likely to be charged with murdering two playmates, Paul and William Tice, after a quarrel. William was struck on the river and chased into an airhole where he and Paul drowned during a failed rescue attempt.
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Keokuk
Dee
Arthur Humphrey
Paul
William Tice
Tice
Humphrey
William
Car Barn Bandit Emil Roeski Seeks Trial Delay
Emil Roeski, one of the car barn bandits, formally asks for a delay citing biased public opinion and difficulties obtaining a fair trial. The affidavit aligns with other defendants as indications show the cases may be continued to a future term of court.
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Chicago
Emil Roeski
Roeski
Rocski
Alexandretta Syria Governor Apologizes to US Consul
The Governor of Alexandretta formally apologized to United States Consul Davis for indignities toward the consul. The naturalized American citizen, arrested by Turkish authorities and causing Consul Davis to depart, has been released. Admiral Cotton departed on the US cruiser San Francisco to Beirut.
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Alexandretta
Syria
United States
Davis
Attarin
Admiral Cotton
San Francisco
Beirut
Franklin county Democrats back Judge Parker for president
In Franklin County Tennessee the Democratic convention unan imously endorsed Judge Parker as the party’s presidential nominee, marking the first formal action in his favor.
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Chattanooga
Tenn
Franklin County
Parker
Schwab Proposes End to Shipbuilding Bondholder Fight
New York December 24 Charles M Schwab replies to a suit in the Shipbuilding company litigation proposing terms that may end the dispute with opposing bondholders He portrays himself as wronged and denies all charges against him.
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New York
Charles M. Schwab
Shipbuilding Company
Schwab
Salem Woman Dies After Buggy Leap in Cal
Miss Lizzie Cooper of Salem Indiana leaped from a runaway buggy near Pomona California. She sustained injuries in the fall and died several hours later as a result of the accident.
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Pomona
Cal
Lizzie Cooper
Salem
Ind
Christmas Tree Entertainment by Presbyterians at Opera House
The Presbyterian Christmas program at the opera house tomorrow features a 17 foot tree with presents for scholars, solos by Mrs. S. B. Dewey and Miss Daisy Hull, songs and recitations, Brownies, Santa Claus, and a school treat. Doors open 3, program begins 3:30, lights will glow, admittance is 10 cents for all seating except school parquet. Tickets at Columbia drug store or the ticket office.
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S. B. Dewey
Daisy Hull
Columbia Drug Store
Polly Primrose at Miss Adelaide Thurston Thursday
Miss Adelaide Thurston presents Polly Primrose in a bright comedy on Thursday December 31. Tickets priced 50e all seats, 7s 6d and 1.00, boxes 1.50, children 25e.
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Polly Primrose
Polly Primrose at Graham Opera House Opens Big Company
Adelaide Thurston presents Polly Primrose next Thursday at the Graham Opera House with a large cast and full company carrying scenery and all stage furniture in a special car. The production includes early piano and electric light effects, showcasing a lavish, portable show. A second note warns of costly mistakes and promotes Dr King’s New Life Pills for digestive and related issues.
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Polly Primrose
Adelaide Thurston
Graham Opera House
Pioneering cervical vertebrae operation at Saint Josephs Hospital
Sioux City report describes Dr. William Jepson performing a landmark surgery at Saint Josephs Hospital. John Norstrom of Danbury Connecticut had a broken neck and underwent removal and replacement of a third cervical vertebra to relieve dislocation. The patient is recovering with strong prospects. The article notes prior operations on dislocations of the lumbar region and cautions about quinine preparations.
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Sioux City
Towa
Saint Joseph's Hospital
William Jepson
State University
John Norstrom
Danbury
Brinton Entertaining Co. Plans Iowa Minnesota Tour
The W. F. Brinton Entertaining Co. starts its extended tour through northern Iowa and into Minnesota beginning early next year. They will perform in Iowa City from January 28 to 30 by manager Coldren’s arrangement, preferred over two other applicants. In Austin Minnesota the local manager says Brinton’s Co. is the only act they will hire on approval and others must pay cash. Mrs. Sam Cocklin leaves for a brief visit with relatives in Crawfordsville.
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W. F. Brinton
Another Woman Wanted Him and Her Husband Won't Let Go
A Life magazine rhyme collage picks at domestic life and infidelity through playful vignettes. The speaker presents flirtations, quarrels, and the idea that one woman wanted him despite brutal marriage dynamics, with humorous asides about fashion and social manners.
Family in Mourning Echoes Through Adversity
A Washington Star snippet reports a family amid upheaval with a father away hunting in the Adirondacks, a brother at a political convention, another brother joining a football team, and the mother warned she would look frightful in mourning according to a dressmaker.
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Adirondacks
Bill
Jake
Washington Star
Overcoat Theft Alleged in Installment Purchase Discussion
In a Boston Transcript debate, Greene accuses Catterly of stealing the overcoat he wears, while Gray argues the garment was obtained on an installment plan with weekly payments and no down payment. The exchange frames the act as theft versus a credit purchase with a fixed weekly installment.
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Greene
Gray
Boston Transcript
Prize Award Sparks Debate At Military Exhibition
The committee on awards debates who deserves the top prize at a military exhibition. Members disagree as Miss Meckleigh’s bonnet is judged most artistic while Madame Sokkettuum’s is noted for its high cost. The medal ultimately goes to Madame Sokkettuum.
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Miss Meckleigh
Madame Sokkettuum
Conversation Reveals Refusal and Gambit for Reconsideration
Fragmentary dialogue shows a woman confirming she refused a suitor who hoped for a chance to change her mind. The exchange underscores tension over romantic expectations and possible reconsideration dynamics.
Deacon Hosstut Rejected at Church Meeting
Une Mose reports Deacon Lije Hosstut was rejected from the church at a late night meeting. Neighbors recall Hosstut as a church pillar, now described as no longer a leader. The exchange hints at a sharp turnover and mixed reactions among congregants and townsfolk.
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Yassuh
Beall, Miss. Woman Cured by Dr. King’s New Discovery
Beall resident T. R. Beal states his wife showed severe consumption symptoms last fall. After other remedies failed she used Dr. King’s New Discovery and improved immediately, with four bottles curing her. Trial bottles free and guaranteed by Stewart’s Pharmacy at 50c to 1.00.
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King
T. R. Beal
Beall
Dr. King
Stewart
University of Chicago Glee Club Christmas Concert
The University of Chicago Glee Club performs Christmas night at 8 o'clock at Graham. The concert promises a large audience and seats, priced at 75 cents, are available through C. I. Wilson.
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Glee Club
University OF Chicago Glee
University of Chicago Glee Club
C. I. Wilson
Card of Thanks for Nellie Coulter
Mr and Mrs J R Coulter thank friends and neighbors for kindness during illness and death of their daughter Nellie. Funeral services include high mass at St James church on Christmas at 5 am low mass at 8 30 am and a third service at St Josephs church Pleasant Plain both churches decorated for the occasion.
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Nellie
J. R. Coulter
St. James Church
St. Joseph’s Church
Pleasant Plain
Prompt treatment for child croup with Chamberlain's remedy
Advertisement-style note advises giving Chamberlain's Cough Remedy at first signs of hoarseness or croupy cough to prevent an attack. Claims it never fails and is pleasant and safe. Listings show Stewart's Pharmacy Cook & Sherman and Allen's candy line.
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Chamberlain
Stewart’s Pharmacy
Cook & Sherman
Polly Primrose Starred by Adelaide Thurston in Metropolitan Praise
The metropolitan papers describe Polly Primrose as the prettiest and most interesting play of its kind since Miss Thurston delighted audiences. The review highlights Adelaide Thurston's performance as a standout element of the production.
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Polly Primrose
Metropolitan Papers
Miss Thurston
Miss Babbie stars in Polly Primrose at Graham Opera House
The report previews a season highlight with Lady Babbie in The Little Minister and Polly Primrose featuring grand scenery and furnishings. Polly Primrose comes to Graham Opera House Thursday December 31, promising an entertaining evening.
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Babbie
Polly Primrose
Graham Opera House
Rock Island excursion rates for local stations
Holiday excursion rates apply between Rock Island stations within 200 miles. Dates December 24 25 31 and January 1 with return by January 4 1904. Full particulars at all Rock Island ticket offices. IT. W. Russel agent.
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Rock Isand
Rock Island
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Crawfordsville
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Plane
Kutcher
Boston
Philadelphia Press
Isobo Hank
Cleveland Plain Dealer
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Napoleon
Hle
Freese Tet Orient
Dainty
China
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POLLY
Primrose
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Milwaukee
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Rock Island System
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Lowella
New Goods
Preva
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