The Prisoner Perry Curpas Eyes Out and Refuses Food
New York October report on Perry Curpas who gouged out his eyes, starved himself for four years, and now survives on a feeding tube. Doctors say he would die to avoid food, yet retains sharp intellect. He is housed at the State Hospital for the Germinal Jeanna, described as a remarkable patient and prison oracle.
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New York
Oliver Curpas
Persy
Crivalnal
Perry Ia
Evan
Parry
Perry
Saranac Valley
Perr
Breas
Toml
Felal Mend
Gedlag
Simlat
Ferry
Teave
Prisoner Ned Aememateated Writes of Hunger Strike
A long expository narrative details Ned Aememateated’s hunger strike and deteriorating health in captivity. It describes PR Perry’s forced restraint, removal of garments, and gradual self-harm as authorities refuse concessions. The account includes quotes about pain, isolation, and appeals to family for help.
Fragmented reminiscences recounted by a confessed robber
The speaker recalls a failed train robbery and the planning involved. He notes a gun, money, clothes, and a promise by an associate, while describing the dangers and his aim to avoid capture. He reflects on motives and the aftermath, including impacts on his eyesight and future plans.
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Neports
Tyan
Debated Grant Memorial Sites Amid City Plans
A controversial discussion on placing the Grant statue within Meridian Hill Park and near the Capitol area outlines multiple site options. Proponents argue for prominent placement near the Lincoln and Grant memorials, noting park layout and city growth, while opponents question pedestal height and visibility amid planned Congressional improvements.
Baptist Muwists Meet Addresses by Philadelphia leaders
An annual gathering of Baptist ministers in Philadelphia featured an address by the superintendent of settlement work. Local pastors and church officials spoke on electricity, settlement issues, and community relief. Exhibits and lectures highlighted relief efforts, with numerous names and church affiliations noted among speakers and participants.
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Joker
Fuladelphia
Andree O McConnell
Todley
Bowd Ct
United States Department of Poe
Norleast
Grugevtek
Tange Wate
Witla Phinlhd
Pelle Wickert
Waliee
Bride Explains Murder Tale of Boston Doctor and Gibson Girl
A Boston tragedy unfolds as Estell Callainen, widow Mrs. Albert Day, and Dr Dasa’s family reveal alleged motives surrounding a young physician who died after a joint plan with a Gibson Girl. Investigators probe money worries, a secret. The drug of despair and a failed marriage loom.
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Siienda
Swith Gibson
Hare
Boston
Ea Merherbey
Wisi Ee
Te ‘van Poor
Das
Estell Callainen
Gustivas’Wikeon
Brisney
Albert Day
Dasa
Nigteis Vets
Brookly
North Capitol Citizens Back Commission Supervision
A street reform report shows North Capitol and Zokerton citizens backing commissioners oversight of the street service. Officials praised a year of improvements and new paving from North Cro Aint to First Street Northwest, with funds secured for Emery and Gage schools and North Capitol to First Street West.
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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
Old style store reopens with new stock and modern frontage
The former ML Coldaraltn et Soygrsetta firm’s backers exhibit a fresh Ab MNG Pisteset store on street front, featuring a luxury display of sparking stones, rich silverware and fine objects. Interior shows a notable stock renewal and a bright, modern storefront with an exceptional newness of inventory and shop design.
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Extadtilies
ML Coldaraltn Et Soygrsetta
Revetty
Described church union chosen for joint session roll call
Desire Colored Church Union Rev Dr L Costothiry pastor of Galbraith Afetein Methodiat Episcopal Zion Church on Sst street northwest selected as Blabop Alwwantier Walters supervises arrangements for a joint session of the Bishopa of the Zion Bethel and CMSystem Methodist churches to meet here from Jaonary Stote.
Mystery Scribbles From a Forgotten Assembly
A garbled 1908 record hints at a Shriners gathering in Washington and a ceremonial session of the Imperial Council. It mentions Paul, Minnesota, July, and a train itinerary, with unclear names and dates in a damaged OCR segment.
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Advinew Romy
Pam
Sebring
Orientaig
Harriaen -Cléuengn
Droedee
Ursr Cate
Jaune
James
Washington
Imperial Council
Paul
Mian
Tris
Shriners
Washington Union Station Megga Ter a Public Opening
The new Washington Union Station opens to the public on Sunday morning amid crowds and high expectations. Officials report smooth crowds, improved efficiency vs the old depot, with plans for continued expansion as more railroads integrate and trains arrive on schedule.
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Worlumen
Wesbinston Tenal Company
Martin
Baltimore and Ohio
Washington
Poole
Sauci
Trina
Petore
Publi Tener
Secur
Wien
Allroad. Com
Seiss
Steady Waek
Trial for Conspiracy to Defraud Newark Bank
Josepa Cowenthal faces indictment for conspiracy to defraud the Second National Bank and the Air Mabte Bank of Newark. Convicted of swindling, his sentence was suspended, then he was rearrested while awaiting requisition to Washington for further action. Authorities in Newark and Washington coordinate ongoing case handling.
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Washington
Newark
Lidieresti
Newari
Pettino We Treal Assigned In Stutmonbiary Case
Wan accused of stutmonbiary shard in a government stem investigation. Local officials urge caution as details remain unclear while authorities pursue the total of penalties and potential charges.
Soldier recounts drink powered injuries and exile tale
A veteran shares a harrowing account of wartime injury, amputation, and mistreatment. He describes his escape to the United States, hospital care, and lingering alcohol troubles, blaming drink for his decline yet insisting he is not a drinker. He recalls valiant comrades and a harsh journey from Valdez to New York amid hardship.
Royal Welcome for Alfonso Party En Route to England
A royal party led by Alfonso and his suite arrived incognito in Furie en route to England. Crown figures and foreign dignitaries greeted them at the station, with crowds and ceremonial honors. The group, including the Duke and Duchess of Corrdonga, proceeded to Parta for further entertainment before tonight’s rail passage to Britain.
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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 Follows Fatal Wounding in Missouri Marriage
A domestic dispute in Ravenwood Missouri ends with a husband wounded and another man killed. Dr Malcalin and Charles McElvain sustain injuries. the note of a pistol and a struggle is described in the fractured report. The account mentions Me Eye or Me Elvain and a possible lover involved, with law enforcement presumed to be investigating the violent event.
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Toman
Ravenwood
Mermiln
Mulcalin
Charles’ McElvain
Malcalin
Mia
Meilynin
Moizalin
Mekivain
Cerumed Wiin
Plsul
Dexer
Pullatsykved Mion Stosalin
Unclear text fragment titled for local notice
Fragmentary OCR text appears garbled with no coherent events names dates or places. No clear person, organization, location, or action is extractable to form a factual card.
Russian Duma Convenes Amid Murky Party Splits and Scandals
In St Petersburg on October 22, the lower house convened with deep divisions among conservatives and nationalists. Seven princes and seven counts sit among the titled members, while debates focus on cadet reform and security. A notable incident occurred in Minsk as a reactionary majority backed Gustave Schmitt, amid charges of past espionage links.
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Petersburg
Sadars
Mastars
Minsk
Gustave Schmitt
Siberia
Gan Malochl
Schmidt
Ienmae
Sf. Leshakkarom
Eskimos Twer Cannibals and Skeletons Found
In Newfoundland near Labardos and Urzatn Bay, a severe cold period led to many deaths among indigenous communities. Survivors reportedly emigrated inland. Recent discoveries include thirty skeletons found on beaches near Unstan Bay, with remains traced to murders and shipwreck casualties in the Atlantic.
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Usuna Bay
Petition to end the tender and lay production reform
Prominent artists join a movement led by Leondan and others calling for abolition of tender fees. The petition lists seventy signers including Gilbert Thomas Hardy Anthony Henry James Shaw and Shaw among authors and dramatists. The document notes strong support for retaining a censorship regime and mentions signer J Redioe.
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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 In Prison For Perjury
Former vice president of Mutualite Insurance Company Walter B. Gillette was convicted of perjury for lying to a grand jury in the insurance regulation case. A six month sentence was imposed, with reports noting his age sixty seven and illness. Susie Cowling Branen and others connected to the Supreme Court case were mentioned in the proceedings.
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Wastituston Cave
New York
Walter BR. Gillette
Mutualite Insytudg Company
Susie Oow- Ying
Supreme Court
Gillene
Eloped Bride Wins Release After Bail Bond Fight
In Tifton Georgia on an October day a bride eloped with merchant Barnes reported as $50 worth. The groom fled along with the dancer Hattle Squire. authorities pursued. A pistol threat led to a restraining move and a legal action for false imprisonment against the bride’s father. The bride was briefly before a judge, but bonded out with her husband’s aid and the couple left for their wedding night as the case continued in another court.
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Tifton
Ganisie
Beldesrtie
Mos Hattle Squire
Saulres
Sgulns
Barnes
Judee
Bea
Sauires
Two Women Foil Robber In Early Morning Breakin
In New York a theft ended with two women resisting a burly robber who tried to steal cash and jewels valued at around 5.5 thousand dollars. Mrs Bodkin and Mrs Leraraie fought the intruder for about fifteen minutes until neighbors came to aid. The burglar fled, taking some items but failing to escape with the full booty. Police describe the attacker as a stout man with a poor description. The incident occurred near the Senator Clack’s Pavilion Home area and disrupted Columbia Gardens activities nearby.
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Row
York
Occ
Hillam Waldo
Venus
Brockton
Gary Ren
Drs. Bovkin
Azabin
Tottine
Mre Bodklyde
Saver
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