Enforce the Law to Stop Smallpox Threat in Washington
An editorial blasts lax enforcement of health laws over a dangerous smallpox outbreak in Washington. It demands stringent penalties, accountability for city and state health officials, and sharp public condemnation of physicians who mischaracterize cases. It calls for immediate action to protect children and stop the disease.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washierton
Cve
Bhose
State Board of Heath
Washington
Dora Thorne lands at Spink's opera house August 28
Amusements note Dora Thorne dramatization hailed for simplicity power beauty and purity. Production features a splendid cast costly costumes and extensive staging. Also mentions farm accidents and promotes Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil as a pain reliever for cuts bruises and stings.
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Berg
Dora Thorne
Spink
Pora House
Thomas
Riot echo in Danville court over jail assault leader
In Danville Illinois on August 25 the circuit court began trying Wicheld Baker charged with assault with intent to kill Sheriff Whitlock during a mob at the jail. Baker, a Kentucky migrant, allegedly led the crowd, wielded two revolvers, demanded jail keys, and fired at Whitlock from the jail porch. He denied the charges, offered an alibi, which failed, and the evidence wrapped as the jury convened.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Danville
Thompson
Wicheld Baker
Sherif Whitlock
Baker
Kentucky
James Wilson
Burgess
Whitlock
Danville Night Unrest As Town Clears Suspect Mom
Two men were run out of Danville last night after attempting to rescue a black woman who had bitten a policeman’s thumb during arrest resistance. The officer dragged the biting woman to jail while her husband pursued with a club. A crowd chased the husband beyond town and later found the son trying to free his mother. the son fled into the countryside.
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Danville
Death of Major Charles H. Smith known as Bill Arp
Major Charles H. Smith, called Bill Arp, died at his home The Shadows in Cartersville Georgia after gall stone surgery and months of illness. His wife four daughters and two sons were present. four other sons were summoned. Funeral is planned for Wednesday morning. He was born in Lawrenceville Georgia on June 15 1826.
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Bill Arp
Cartersville
Charles H. Smith
Texas
Mexico
Carl Smith
New York City
Major Smith
Lawrenceville, Ga
National forestry convention open with high profile speakers
Minneapolis reports the national forestry convention underway with Secretary James Wilson as a key anticipated speaker. Other listed participants include Attorney General Douglas of Minnesota, C L Clothier of Washington DC, Dr C Alvin Schenck, Edwin A Wiley, Prof E L Brunken, and C W Price, among others from North Carolina and Michigan.
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Minneapolis
James Wilson
Agricultural Department
Douglas
Minnesota
C. L. Clothier
Washington, D. C
C. Alvin Schenck
Vanderbilt Estate
North Carolina
Edwin A. Wiley
Michigan
E. L. Brunken
Wisconsin
C. W. Price
Lou Dillon Breaks World Trotting Record at Readville
Readville Mass August 25 Lou Dillon set a world trotting mile record in 2 00 flat surpassing Crescens. The horse was bred at Santa Rosa Stock Farm where a yearling offered for 150 found no takers. Louis Primeau, famed Sioux interpreter, is reported dying at Standing Rock agency Caionball North Dakota August 25.
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Lou Dillon
Readville
Mass
Crescens
Santa Rosa
Cal
Lou Dilon
Sydney Dillon
Lou Milton
Louis Primeau
Caionball
N. D
Louis P. Primeau
Standing Rock Agency
Johnson Zimmerman Fight Struggle for Democratic Gubernatorial Nod
In Columbus on August 25, the Cleveland mayor Tom L. Johnson and John L. Zimmerman contest the Democratic gubernatorial nomination. Both camps push for control of credentials and resolutions while banners, buttons, and political maneuvers fill the city. The outcome hinges on seating a majority of the 690 convention delegates and on the committee on credentials.
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Columbus
Ohio
Tom L. Johnson
Cleveland
John L. Zimmerman
Springfield
Zimmerman
Johnson
Bookwalter
New State Central Committee
Committee On
John H. Clarke
Iummerman
Melville E. Ingalls
Cincinnati
Sam Jones
Toledo
Clarke
Bryan
Committee On Resolutions
Chicago
Kansas City
McKinley
Bunco
John R. McLean
John Foley dies and Labor Day speech set in Syracuse
The report notes John Foley a New York reformer has died and President plans to speak in Syracuse on Labor Day. It mentions Wabash trainmen dismissed for saloon visits and an expected investigation of the Indian bureau ordered by the president.
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John Foley
New York
Syracuse
N. Y
Indian Bureau
Blackley
Gibson County
Ind
Chiesco & Northwestern Road
Fond de Lac
Wis
Joseph Jacobs
Charles A Basler
Chicago
Spain
Huecca
Quick Relief Remedies from Farmers' Drug Store
Local chemist Louis F. Hunemeier markets immediate stomach relief remedies. The Farmers' Drug Store in Zum's Block promises simple remedies for health and comfort, urging readers to have essentials on hand to address stomach troubles as they arise.
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Louis F. Hunemeier
Farmers’ Drug Store
Zum’s Block
Advent of cooling beverages at Meredith House Barr
Ad die Dillard promotes beer wine and whisky offerings at Meredith House Barr. The retailer claims high purity and excellence with imported bottled goods and invites trial orders to convince customers of the merits.
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Addie Dillard
Meredith House Barr
Glazing Eye Tests Offered at Jepson on Main Street
Jepson announces eyeglass fitting and eye testing service at 313 Main Street. The ad promises proper eye care, satisfaction guaranteed, and encourages customers to act before it is too late with affordable pricing.
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Jepson
313
Main Street
Edison phonograph shows modern voice technology
The article extols the Edison phonograph for its simplicity reliability and clear reproduction compared with older models. It notes high popularity with millions entertained and invites Geo N Engert at 305 East Main Street to demonstrate the device.
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Cone
Edison
Geo. N. Engert
East Main Street
Saugeries NY Reader Claims Dean's Ointment Cured Hemorrhoids
A reader from Valley Street Sauger t ies NY reports heavy hemorrhoid pain alleviated by Dean's Ointment after doctors failed. The note warns about careless handling of explosives and cites personal relief as proof.
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Dean
C.F. Cornwell
Valley Street
Sauger‘ties
N.Y
Train Schedule Fragments From Ar Line Notes
Fragmentary timetable items show various arrival and departure times for express and Ivy routes. Entries include times such as 11 25 am, 11 35 am, 6 00 am, 7 47 pm, 7 50 pm, and 9 45 am, reflecting a scrambled sequence of schedule data.
Presale schedule notes from a fragment
A fragmented OCR item lists several times such as 2:25 am 6:47 am 1:54 pm 2:23 pm and 5:50 am with unclear context. No names or places are readable. The item appears to be a partial schedule note or internal memo without identifiable entities or events.
California Excursions by Personal Tour Sleeper Service
Travel group offers guided through trips to California on multiple weekly dates via Denver and Salt Lake City. Tours depart from select start points and emphasize scenic routes and sleeper accommodations.
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California
Denver
Scenic Colorado
Salt Lake City
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