Man starves and blinds self in prison ward tale of Perry
New York reports Perry, held at the State Hospital, refused food for years and blinded himself by scooping out his eyes. Physicians say he will die rather than eat, yet he remains alive, with support via a tube and a rare intellect intact while in confinement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Oliver Curpas
Persy
Crivalnal
Perry Ia
Evan
Parry
Perry
Saranac Valley
Perr
Breas
Toml
Felal Mend
Gedlag
Simlat
Prisoner Perry Starves Himself in Court Delays
A detailed, non-graphic report describes the case of prisoner Perry who, facing limited comforts, refuses food and garments as a protest against confinement. Doctors and officials debate his rights and the best care while his health falters and his resolution to starve persists. The account notes his responses to medical advice, family involvement, and attempts to obtain basic clothing and dignity within the prison system.
Unclear fragmentary crime confession in a train robbery tale
Disjointed reminiscence recounts an attempted train robbery with dialogue about robbing a train, weapons, disguises, and a suspect’s reflections. Narration mentions a court sentence, eye injury, and a plan to flee, but many words are garbled, leaving uncertain details and names.
Debated Grant Lincoln Memorial Sites in Meridian Park
A reader letter argues the Grant statue and Lincoln memorial should have prominent plots in Meridian Park area. It compares potential placements near Sixteenth and Meridian avenues, the Capitol, and the Washington Monument, urging a site plan that enhances national memory and park beauty with connected botanical gardens and new structures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meridien
Plate
Aloeg Savenue
Sugentet
Park Commission
Lincoln Memorial
Washington
Grant
Lingay
Distriet
Washington Monument
Capitol
Sivlegath Street
Peck Crest Park
Sintseuh Street
tiGere
Bittemmth Street
Columbia Lems
Becruen” Fittenth
Arving Street
Park
Irvin Jstreet
Emm Park
Little Meridian’ Park
Junto Botanical Gardens
Botanical’ Garden
Baptist Muwisters Meet in Philadelphia Conference
The Baptist Minister’s Association of Philadelphia held a meeting at Calvary Baptist Church with Superintendent Joker Strain of settlement work in Philadelphia delivering the key address. Officials announced the United States Department of Agriculture rain exhibit, with demonstrations and a display of chrysanthemums and other specimens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joker
Fuladelphia
Andree O McConnell
Todley
United Ettes Department of Poe
Grugevtek
Tange Wate
Witla Phinlhd
Pelle Wickert
Waliee
Bride Glossed By Murder Rumors And Family Turmoil
A Boston area tragedy unfolds with Estell Callainen and Dr. Day linked in a tale of presumed murder and motive. Allegations swirl over a marriage, money pressures, and a hospital stay as authorities weigh the evidence. Family members deny blame while investigators pursue hidden details about a suspected suicide or foul play. The body was transported to a Boston area facility for autopsy and a funeral is planned.
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Neports
Das
Estell Callainen
Gustivas’Wikeon
Boston
Brisney
Albert Day
Dasa
Nigteis Vets
Brookly
Bastar
North Capitol Citizens Favor Commission Supervision
North Capitol citizens approve the commissioners supervision bill at a meeting of the North Capitol and Zokerton Citizens Association. The report highlights street repairs from North Cro Aint to First Street, paving plans for T Street, and open projects for Emery and Gage schools and First Street West. Officers and executive committee members are named with several re-elections and acknowledgments of completed work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Capitol
Unicey
Wlorivn
Dnb
DL Thompson
Abram R. Birron
Wildam J. Hughwa
Meneeary Treamgren
MO. Tingley
ED. Thontowm
Solon C. Komo
Dewart Foulkes
Herman W. Bryn
I. G
Tappan
Thompson
Ofa
Thi
Hungatephen Ind
Cro Aint
Pirst Street
Capitol Street
Lincoln Road
Ths
Emery and
Gage Schools
Asnrns Capito
First Street
New York Avenue
Cotas
North
Ial Strest
Hetaven V
Bryant
OpenSlew Store Promises Vast Modern Stock At New Location
OpenSlew store announces relocation to a new, modern front with an extensive line of sparkling tableware, jewelry, and other fine goods. The shop emphasizes fresh stock and a recent store refurbishment, touting a notable collection of silverware and glassware.
Desire Colored Church Union Names Joint Session Leader
The Desire Colored Church Union selects Rev Dr and L Costothiry pastor of Galbraith Afetein Methodist Episcopal Zion Church as Blabop Alwwantier to oversee a joint session of Zion Bethel and C M S Methodist churches. Arrangements for the meeting are under Walters supervision with details uncertain and dated from January.
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Desire Colored Church Union
L. Costothiry
Galbraith
Afetein “Methodiat Epircopal Zion Church
Sst
Blabop Alwwantier
Walters
Zion
Bethel
C. M.S. Methodist
Mystery OCR Fragment From Early Imperial Council Report
Fragmentary OCR text references a Shriners event and Imperial Council plans. Mentions Washington repetition five at the next Imperial Council session. Imagined dates and places appear garbled, with partial names like Paul, Mian, and 1908. The readable core notes a ceremonial gathering and travel.
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Wongerfal
Advinew Romy
Pam
Sebring
Orientaig
Harriaen -Cléuengn
Droedee
Ursr Cate
Jaune
James
Washington
Imperial Council
Paul
Mian
Tris
Shriners
Union Station Megga Traction Glimpse Opens to Public
Debuts the vast Union Station complex with crowds inspecting the new terminal. Officials from Western Maryland and Baltimore and Ohio railways praise smoother crowds and better operations, as painters finish decor and platforms prepare for full occupancy. Local officials expect the opening to improve train arrivals and daily passenger flow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worlumen
Wesbinston Tenal Company
Martin
Baltimore and Ohio
Washington
Poole
Sauci
Trina
Petore
Publi Tener
Secur
Wien
Allroad. Com
Seiss
Steady Waek
Trial of Josepa Cowenthal On Swindling Indictment
A Newark man Josepa Cowenthal faces trial on conspiracy to defraud charges. He and a co‑defendant allegedly obtained 38S from the Second National Bank and the Air Mabte Bank in Newark, with sentence suspended but then re arrested as Washington authorities join the case. Court records indicate police and prosecutors prepared for a federal requisition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Newark
Lidieresti
Newari
Wan Accused of Stumonbiary Sara Report
A local report outlines suspicions against Wan in a case labeled stumonbiary Sara with references to government involvement and a total secta pena. Authorities have not released formal charges or clarifying details yet.
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Sara
Soldier recounts voyage and suffering from drink tore apart
A veteran recalls captivity and injury in 19th century service, detailing a voyage, exposure to alcohol, and medical wounds. He describes amputation, hospital care, and life after discharge, noting an ongoing struggle with liquor and its impact on health and nerves. He frames drink as a harmful force in his healing journey.
Royal visitors depart as incognito royals tour
An international royal procession travels to England in disguise, led by Alfonso and accompanied by high officials. Crowds and officials greet the party at a rail station before they continue toward the British capital, with formal receptions and entertainments arranged by local authorities.
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Iearly
Varis
Alfones
Gem Mintorta
Thelron
Agtarias
England
Furie
Corrdonga
Bing
Sineun
Ayttleras
Clemunesau
Pichon
Alfonso
George
Greece
Wan
Ebrig
Parta
Honra
Duel Ends In Fatal and Wounded Moments
Fragmentary OCR reports a duel with a husband fatally shot and another man wounded. Dr. Mulcalin and Charles McElvain are named among injured parties with unclear roles, and a woman appears involved in the incident on a Missouri date and location.
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Toman
Ravenwood
Mermiln
Mulcalin
Charles’ McElvain
Malcalin
Mia
Meilynin
Moizalin
Mekivain
Cerumed Wiin
Plsul
Dexer
Pulatsykved
Mion Stosalin
Cha “Busey
MeHivaly Wan
Fragmentary OCR item on political notice and names
Partial readable text mentions officials and political activity with unclear context. The fragment references potential legal action and attention to the government, but lacks coherent detail or definite events. Names and places are unreadable, limiting precise summary.
Russian Duma Election Returns Eccentric Mix in Lower House
Report from St Petersburg dated October 22 notes deputies in the Lower House of the Russian Parliament range from conservatives to reformists. The body includes princes counts and seven Herons among its titled members, while one candidate tied to spying and alleged secrets faced imprisonment. A Minsk incident saw the withdrawal of Weelgrs after a reactionary majority backed another man, Gustave Schmitt, linked years ago to selling misters secrets abroad.
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Petersburg
Sadars
Mastars
Minsk
Gustave Schmitt
Siberia
Gan Malochl
Schmidt
Ienmae
Sf. Leshakkarom
Skeletons found near Urzatn Bay and Fuseton Strait
In harsh cold weather and scarce native resources, survivors from the Femote regions are evacuated. A Newfoundland seagull expedition at Usuna Bay reports thirty unburied skeletons on beaches. Remains lie at the entrance to Urzatn Bay and Fuson Strait from the Atlantic, near Meleni Birt and Gray Berest in Labrador.
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Usuna Bay
Urzatn Bay
Fuson Strait
Atlantic Ocean
Meleni Birt
Gray Berest
Labrados
Jolna
Petition to abolish fees signed by prominent artists
A fragmented OCR piece notes a petition urging abolition of tender fees, bearing signatures from many authors and dramatists. Names include Gilbert, Hardy, James, Shaw, and others, with distinct emphasis on preserving a certain theatrical manuscript stance.
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Tina Ten“ Maartens
George Berdims
Arthur
Finer
Becmra Shaw
Adlived
Sutra
Sigerman
Charles Bwinpurmb
Siguern
Nashea Nf
Sommorie
Redioe
Gillette gets six months for perjury in grand jury case
Walter BR Gillette ex vice president of Mutualite In sytudg Company was convicted of perjury for lying before the grand jury in the insurance regulation case. He received a six month penitentiary sentence. He is 67 and reportedly ill at Tombs. Susie Cow Ying and Branen Supreme Court action noted.
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Wastituston Cave
New York
Walter BR. Gillette
Mutualite Insytudg Company
Susie Oow- Ying
Supreme Court
Gillene
Bride’s Worth $50 Sparks Legal Battle in Georgia
In Tifton, Georgia, a marriage dispute centers on a $50 bride price and a pronouncement of false imprisonment. The bridegroom sought a warrant after a father allegedly confined the bride, forcing a rescue attempt that led to legal action. Bail bondsmen and warrants followed as authorities pursued the betrothed couple and the would‑be suitor who aided them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tifton
Ganisie
Beldesrtie
Mos Hattle Squire
Saulres
Sgulns
Barnes
Judee
Bea
Sauires
Robber Struggle Keeps Two Women Safe in Brooklyn Home
In a Brooklyn home, two women fought off an intruder around 1 am, restraining the burglar for about fifteen minutes until neighbors awoke. The man, described as heavyset, fled after Bodkin and another resident screamed for help. The episode ended with the thief escaping, while Miss Bodkin and the other resident recovered from their ordeal. A separate note mentions a large gathering at Columbia Gardens related to Senator Clark's estate, with substantial offerings and valuables noted.
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Row
York
Occ
Hillam Waldo
Venus
Brockton
Gary Ren
Drs. Bovkin
Azabin
Tottine
Mre Bodklyde
Saver
Heroge
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Grant Memorial
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Hare
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Te ‘van Poor
Gettems
Albert Camb
Aleian
Eatea
Brooks Bank
Murger
Trachon
Openslew
Goldsmith & Soo
Phede| Handsome F. ‘Street
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Hede Weber
Phean
Union Station
Megga
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Josepa, Cowenthal
Brourat - Bee
Legenes
Maj
Sylvester
Bis'sen
Orgran
Devontion
Pettino WE Treal
Veteram
Nes Bay
Mojacehian
Tirst
Peginnet
Yeaterday worpIne
Mmcloughlan
United States
Wilasice
Pilesard
Eakimos
Surrici
Waltien
Monte
Waurington
Niuemé Sry
Livas
Aeceteary Co
Navy
Bai
Rink
Ughton
Searish Buyers
Pasasus
Bormer
D. de Pasha
Meade& Baker's
Gall
Amy
Chonen
Prinses
Banas
Eskimos
Ltres Appest
Gertrude
Hia Gully
Gov Enor
Utilities
Ameri
Fm Makie
PhOadelia
Gomataroentrix
Jeanne
Decren
Gillette
Mutual Life
Punitemusey
Jusband
Attar
Gitt
Rensue
Yousnel
Burelat
Senator Clack
Bulle
Columbia Gardens
Bute
TY. A. Clark
Con Laine
Arbuckles
Ariosa Coffee
National Pure Food
Abbucelm Brog
Hew
Fock Cts
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