History of Handcuffs and Their Derivation in Anglo Saxon Times
An illustrated extract recounts the origins and evolutions of handcuffs from ancient and medieval sources. It notes Anglo Saxon roots for terms like copper and hand cops, describes early devices such as flexible restraints and the infamous twist used for binding prisoners, and compares methods from antiquity to the 19th century. It references Proteus, Aristæus, and various cultures, with practical details on construction and use.
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New York Times
Proteus
Aristaes
Huron
Equity and Probate Actions Dominate Mondays Legal Record
A sprawling legal ledger lists equity court orders, probate matters, and guardianships with numerous attorneys named for each case. District and circuit court entries cover divorces, property disputes, and criminal counts, while bankruptcies and auditor references pepper the docket.
Deeds of Trust and Probate Notices in Connecticut
Property deeds and probate court notices list transfers, bonds, and administrator appointments. Names include Jamey Wimer Jamia Freed Archibald Moriarty and Mary Ay Pinp with details on grants, bonds, and letters of administration. Court actions reference Justice Barnet Estsip and attorney firms Montagne Moriarty and Rosenberg.
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Connecticut
Wrank T
Jems
Ngcure
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Cent
Remsiasrmally
Barnet Estsip
Joseph
Genter Lil
National Serings and
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Fetson Eateto
Mary Ay Pnip
Archibald Moriarty
Rend
Attornaye Montagne & Moriarty
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E. Griswold Lotterg
Adres
Ganiier
Griswold Bond
Pictorial and porcelain sale items in Hearst circle
A fragmented catalog lists disposed porcelain and pottery items including a Washington pitcher and Liverpool wares presented by Dolly Madison to Mrs Causten, tied to William Randolph Hearst purchases. Higher priced pieces include a Monument pitcher and a Washington crest ware. The sale highlights legacy artifacts and Staffordshire platters with views of New York landmarks and Lafayettes.
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Tu Giiker
Thomas
Kirby
Hearst
Lowestoft
Gen van Ness
Dolly Madison
Mr. Cousten
Washington
Liverpool
Inston
States
Highlands
North River
Fulton
New York
Albany
Mendenhall Ferry
Chuylkit River
Philadelphia
Lafayette
Castle Garden
la Grange
Marquis de Lafayetts
Dentists Targeted in Gold Leaf Theft Wave
Thieves specializing in stealing gold leaf used by dentists have robbed dental workshops and labs. Police report about $600 in gold stolen across several cases. A decade ago a gang raid led to seven convictions, marking the thieves as persistent in this crime wave.
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Accused Bankers Plead Not Guilty in Court
The city figures M Lewis and Simul Graham were arraigned in Criminal Court No 2 before Judge Stafford on charges linked to the Na ropa frust Company. Through their attorney they entered pleas of not guilty and claimed the right to withdraw.
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Pat Ey
Wil Fay Haka
Joamny Ya Maloner
Albert Erperozaminer
Enith
Defenaent'x
Aktorney
Bonshtean
Braganta Auiorty
Dacksooine Ty Martin
Ae Ae and Ganges Co Pavastot
Ae Peasty Company Ea
Mishnal
William Searé
John Wallgee
Anders
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Lineweaver
Atrorepai
Eeorale
Leon Pretefalde Tarelunsey
Itisabotn Monroe
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Sp”ghealey
JE Luakey
Ptt
Chilphren
Gperek Club
Reperat
Audly
Cromiteed
Riaistltrs
Attorpare
King & ‘Neill
Peyton
Erst Fbomoreille
American Rexity Company
Appolnting
Thamae Sorceressy
Maree Wiew
Emer
Gatlin
A. A
Tracy
Gralkh
Xi Wanvar
Nile
Charles H Tusner
Randolph Sale
Attervay
Dorawel
Clarke
Lawler
Attrney
ATF
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Phaig
L. Gler Nodaz Jones
Kingsley
Meriliate Tunker
Kenyon Co
Syme Circuif Court
Jystles
Wright Columbie Magufsturing Company
Ve Page
Siajnuy Atlorkey
George
Bullivan Détensiant
Dats
Foyner & Taylor Mekimeir
Vas
Wperdodees
Cpah Tod
Hawk Pardaher
John Aldous
Criminal Court NO For Justice
United States
Louis
Willems
Attoy
Tates
Emil Wo
Fafla
Jobson
Iene
Robert Parker
Criminal Court
Japttee Staffan
Volted Giftes
Harvey M' Lawle
M Lewis
Simul Graham
John Huston
Conectton
Naropa Frust Company
Stafford
Indietrenta Lohr Aftenn
General Federation of Women's Clubs Convene in Cincinnati
The tenth biennial convention gathers in Cincinnati with delegates from 49 state federations and over 6,000 clubs. Leaders highlight clubs as a powerful, militant force for social betterment spanning education, public health, conservation, and civic reform.
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Federation of Womens Clube
Hwolweet
Cinginnati
Bantzaton
Ipikdteben Borosia
New York
Womens Club
Boston
United States
Ladlea Library Society
Kalamazoo Midh
Minerva Club
New Harmony India
Sorusa
Awark Sorosls
General Federation of Women's Clubs
Philadelphia
Maiia
Utah
Massachusetts
Kaness
Angular
Canal Zone
Tshe
Federaion Fa Gs
Ivery Movement
Cincinnati
Activa Ciob
Civil Service
Hiaggrsyads
Treachen- Ratingibraries
Childrens Gardens
Baing
Acta Saa
Massacnusette
To Attend Cincinnati Convention Delagate Leaves District Club
Mra Lydia Adamp-Willame recording secretary of the District of Columbia Federation of Women's Clubs and delegate to the biennial General Federation of Women's Clubs meeting at Cincinnati will leave for the convention this afternoon.
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Cincinnati
Mra
Lydia Adamp-Willame
District of Columbia Federation of Women’s Clubs
General Federation of Women’s Clubs
Endurancce and Strength Mark Eremmiteal Effort
Fragmentary text notes that strength and endurance are key to success and that no person succeeds alone. It hints at a general claim about fatigue in springtime and mentions a figure or name Higa Baraaparna in a cryptic context.
Opening of Nathan Straus Pasteurized Milk Sanitarium at George Washington Univ
The formal opening of the Nathan Straus Pasteurized Milk Sanitarium will be held at George Washington University Medical School at 8 o clock tomorrow evening with Senator Jacob H Unger of New Hampshire presiding. Dr Walter Wyman surgeon general of the public health service and other notable speakers will address attendees. The laboratory at 1719 H street northwest, in operation for about two weeks, will be open for inspection tomorrow evening from 7:3 to 10 o'clock.
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George Washington University Medical Schod
Jacob H .Gal- Unger
New Hampshire
Walter Wyman
The
Public Health Service
A D Melvin
Bureau of Animal Industry
John A. Johnston
W C Woodward
Heath
A R Greendiratter
Bethna Btrays
New York City
M J Rosenau
Harvard University
J M Knox Jr
National Society For the
H Street
Sues Railway Over Child's Death At St Elmo
Walter T Toomey, administrator of Joseph Earl Wittia's estate, filed suit in District Supreme Court against the Washington, Alexandria and Mount Vernon Railway seeking 6,005 damages for the death of a child shocked by an exposed live wire while playing near St Elmo on May 12.
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Debating Society Night Sparks Marital Happiness Debate
A lively New York gathering hosts a debating night on whether married life brings happiness. Tommy Jones argues for bachelor freedom while corned by Miss Corbett and Miss Eisenglass, with guests critiquing and laughing at the notion. The event ends abruptly as Pa declares no more debating societies at their house.
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Toner
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Binck
Corbett
Toremy
Jones & Minter Speedway
Jones & Minter Speedway & Mister Hulset & Minter
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Constipation Relief Promoted by Syrup of Figs and Senna
A May promotion extols regular habits and the benefits of Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna for lasting relief. It claims the remedy acts without disturbing natural functions and leaves internal organs healthier, advising purchase only from the California Fig Syrup Co and available at leading druggists.
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California Mig Syrup Co
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