Claims of Cook questioned as Peary praised
Washington and New York reports present Walter Wellman analyzing the polar claim dispute. He lauds Peary as precise and credible while labeling Dr. Frederick A. Cook as suspicious and an impostor based on inconsistent data and atypical presentation.
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Pole
Cook
New York
Frederick A. Cook
W. L. Cook
Washington
Walter Well
North Pole
Robert E. Peary
Peary
Dr. Cook
Mr. Wellman
Tim
Arrested for Bigamy in Milwaukee and St. Louis
Samuel H Buschmann is jailed on a Milwaukee war rant for bigamy after living with his St. Louis wife since 1892 and a Milwaukee wife since 1902. The Milwaukee wife had a monthly settlement of 16 dollars and both marriages are acknowledged.
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St. Louis
Samuel H Buschmann
Milwaukee
Bertha Liersch Buschmann
Annie Juergens Buschmann
Buschmann
Louis Krause
Heavy Rains Ravage Puerto Rico Island Wide
Severe rainfall since November 10 has damaged property across Puerto Rico. Flooding swells rivers and inundates sugar districts at Yabucoa Humacao and northern cane lands. Houses swept away and cattle drowned amid the relentless downpour.
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San Juan
P. R
Yabucoa
Humacao
Prize $100,000 Offered for Tuberculosis Cure
Philadelphia on November 29 a prominent Yale alumnus announces a $100,000 prize to the first person who discovers a cure for tuberculosis. Dr. Lawrence Flick of 718 Pine Street verified the offer as a recognized authority on tuberculous diseases.
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Philadelphia
Yale
Lawrence Flick
Pine Street
Mayor Dixon Promotes Chalmers-Detroit and Buick Cars for 1910
Motor Age reviews the year in auto racing noting Chalmers-Detroit and Buick as top US makers. Dixon, mayor of this city, showcases a dozen new models in his Washington county garage as he lines up 1910 contracts.
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Motor Age
Chalmers-Detroit
Buick
B. F. Dixon
United States
Oregon
Dingley
Chalmers
Long Island
Joe Matson
Chevrolet
Riverhead
Vanderbilt
Dixon
Washington County
Swishers to Move to Washington for New Assignment
Mr and Mrs John Swisher and daughter Leanna visited Washington on Saturday to arrange moving here. Swisher will lead the Halligan Coffee territory, replacing John McCartney who moves to Kansas City. Washington locals welcome the family and expect strong home sales from the start.
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John Swisher
Leanna
Swisher
Halligan Coffee Company
John McCartney
Kansas City
Washington
Papes Diapepsin Promises Quick Digestive Relief
An old advertisement touts Pape's Diapepsin as a harmless remedy for indigestion sour stomach heartburn and discomfort. It claims digestion improves within five minutes and lists relief from belching gas nausea and related symptoms.
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Pape
Lumber Prices Rise as Demand Surges Across Canada
In Winnipeg reports show rough lumber advancing about $1 per thousand across western Canada amid a rush of orders. U S demand pushes export mills in British Columbia to higher business and further increases are expected before spring.
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Winnipeg
Man
Navy
Canada
British Columbia
United States
Sage and Sulphur for Restoring Hair Color
Old remedy returns vogue as Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur promises dark, glossy hair by daily use. Claims include stopping hair loss and stimulating growth. sold by druggists for 50c and 1.00, or direct from Wyeth Chemical Co. Agents McElhinney Drug Co.
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Wyeth
Wyeth Chemical Company
Cortlandt St
New York City
McElhinney Drug Co
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Washington, Iowa
Wellman
GALLS
Porto Rico
Dr. Pierce
World’s Dispensary Medical Association
R. V. Pierce, M. D
Buffalo, N. Y
Chamberlain
Geo. FE. Wright
New London
South Dakota
George Peck
J.D. Dayton
West Chester and Washington Co
Iowa
Washington National Bank
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