Captain Kidd and the Pirates The Privileged Trial
In the 17th century Lord Bellomont and Livingston backed a voyage to crush piracy with Captain Kidd as captain. Kidd later faced trial in England for mutinous acts, was hanged in 1699, and his fate sparked debate over whether he was a victim or accomplice in a financier’s scheme.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kidd
Avery
Kido
Captain Kidd
York
King Ham II
England
Lord Kiomont
New York
Kipmont
Robert @ston
Theompany
Vellomont
Livingston
William Kidd
Bellomont
William = Kidd
Hayti
Oyster Bay
L. L
Bellomont Trig
Boston
Will Moon
Execution Dock
London
First Organized Union Entry Into Petersburg Documented
An Ohio-driven assault led by Captain Robert Eddy of the 60th Ohio on April 2 1865 captured a rebel battery on the Appomattox and a creek bank near Petersburg. The 60th Ohio suffered 35 losses as they moved to the picket line, then the brigade entered the city before sunrise April 4, with the Second Brigade of the First Division, Ninth Corps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Eddy
Co. B
60Th Ohio
Appomattox
Petersburg
Mathews
60Th
Eddy
J. E. Henderson
Iola
Kan
National Tribune
James Ford
Fort McGilvery
Ford
Ely
South Side
Wilson
Lincoln
City Point
Alexandria
Ninth Corps
O. B. Wilcox
Ralph Ely
20Th Michigan
Ohio
Humphreys
Virginia
Grant
Richmond
Lee
Wilcox
Young People's Union Opens Keota Meeting
The annual gathering of the Young People’s Christian Union of Keokuk presbytery opened at the United Presbyterian church in Keota with about fifty attendees. Rev H A Kelsey condemned amusements like card playing dancing and theater going and stressed moral fiber. Rev E B Campbell spoke on The Margin of Profit highlighting mission work rewards and the work of missionaries. Sessions continued with talks on youth work and several Washington youths attending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keota
Young People’s Christian Union
United Presbyterian Church of
E. EB. Campbell
United Presbyterian
Jhelum
India
Canoe of Missions
Washington
Digestit Instant Relief for Indigestion Claims
A small tablet named Digestit is advertised to relieve indigestion instantly after meals. Consumers report rapid relief from distress caused by fermentation and dyspepsia, with a refund guarantee if not satisfied. Lemmon's Pharmacy sells the product for 50 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brown's Digest
Lemmon's Pharmacy
Sunday Trading Discouraged in Berwick Case
A Berwick official reports Sunday trading being discouraged after a dealer faced seven days in prison over offering an egg and an orange to a child. The fief constable cited ongoing complaints about Sunday trading as a reason for action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berwick
Scotland
Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets Praised by Women
Women of high refinement praise Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets as a safe reliable medicine for all life stages from girlhood to old age. The tablets are sold everywhere for 25 cents a box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Local Train Schedule Highlights and Station Stops
The notice lists train numbers, times, and routes for Washington Branch and connections. It details arrivals and departures, local freight and passenger services, daily and Sunday exceptions, and agent signatures for Westbound and Eastbound services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. W. Russel
Turkeys, Tin Men, and a Farmer’s Turmoil
A dramatic exchange reveals a witness claiming Pat saw the farmer’s turkey taken while Cor'nel defends himself, insisting tin men would testify they did not witness the act. The dialogue hints at a rural dispute and possible intrigue surrounding theft claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pat
Merital Eczema Remedy Promises Instant Relief
Advert claims Merital Eczema Remedy provides instant relief and permanent results for eczema and skin diseases urging quick use. The copy asserts it outperforms any other remedy ever seen.
Valley Forge Camp No. 868 Meeting Notice
M. Awn Valley Forge Camp No 868 meets every Thursday evening in the hall on North Side Square. All neighbors are welcome to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alpine Aerie No. 148
KE. G. Fox
W. P.R. C. Dubots
Secy
Valley Forge
Hall
North Side Square
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Blackguards
Fees Joo ‘Opyright
The
Prose Publishing Co
New York World
Capt
Owen McGovern
Casenvaros
C. J. Wilson
Co. C. Wilson
Wilson & Wilson Lawyers Opposite Journal Office
Iowa
Charles A. Dewey
Washington County Savings Bank
Washington, Iowa
Ficaer & Livingston
Offics
Edmund D. Morrison
J. J. Kellogg
South Side Square
Lim
Benesa
Pppaaa Pvmm
Exce J. E. Kun
ST. PB
Lo West Lim
West Lim
Pasenger
F. L. Broadgate
Dakota
Peck & Thomas
Masonic
F.o. B
Detroit
United Motor Chicago, Co
Isth St. & Michi
Chi . UL
D. D. Dayton
West Chester, Iowa
Washington County
W. M. Keeley
Butterfield & Frame
Special Collection Department
Crafl’s
P. J. Hanley
Klein Klo Koatore
Wasiington
Towa
E. J. Perry
West Washington Street
Owa
Ray H. Dean
Cook & Sherman's Drug Store
Fenton & Fenton
Chiropractors
Palmer School
D. F. Macon Auctioneer
Macon
Austin Sutherland
Harry i. Ross
J. &. Moriarty
Washington Lodge
A. F
A. M
C. A. Dewey
W. M
J. W. Morton
Cyrus
B. C
Sec
J. RB. Kunath
W.M
Myrtle Bragg
Chichester
Palais Foo
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