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Winchester The Evening Star

Location

Winchester, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Mar 29, 1909

Page

6

Three Shocks Kill Mrs. Farmer in Electric Chair

Mrs Sarapreasan Farmer was executed in the electric chair at the New State penitentiary after three shocks. She bid farewell to her husband James Farmer, also condemned, as Father J J Hickey, aided by two nurses, led the death march. State electrician Davis administered the current and the execution occurred shortly after sunrise. Later Mrs Farmer spoke, while Hickey questioned her mind. Taft focuses on wage earners amid tariff debate and tax concerns.

Sarapreasan Tate Penitentiary Farmer James Farmer Court of Appeals J. J Hickey Capt. Patterson Gtate Davis

Finest Attraction of the Season at the Auditorium

The story Merely Mary Ann by Israel Zangwill inspired a dramatized sequel and stage success. Wednesday night, March 31, promises strong approval from theatergoers seeking top entertainment as the season’s best attraction at the Auditorium.

Mary Ann Israel Zangwill Pight Audtorium Baltimore Griffon Tailoring Co

Poisonous Patent Cure Promises Quick Cold Relief

An ad touts a “one day cure” for a cold with drugstore laxatives and quinine tablets. It claims refunds if no cure and notes warnings about each box.

W. Groves

Munyon's Kidney Remedy Promises Quick Relief

An advertisement claims Munyon's Kidney remedy relieves back and groin pain from kidney issues and reduces swelling in feet and legs. It asserts improved color and energy after a few doses, notes symptoms like foamy urine and brick dust, and offers a money refund if unsatisfied. Sold by druggists for 25 cents.

Simple remedy for la grippe coughs

Coughs from la grippe are warned to risk pneumonia and Foley's Honey and Tar is advertised to stop the cough and strengthen the lungs. The ad claims no harmful drugs and a yellow package, urging shoppers to refuse substitutes from Franck Raker and Son.

Franck Raker & Son

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