Tag: 1902
Roger’s Promises Prove Hollow, Wausau WI, 1902
On the sun-drenched streets of Wausau, Wisconsin, a young man’s boasts proved to be nothing more than empty words. Roger, a 12-year-old boy with a sense of entitlement, made a promise to his 10-year-old sister Marcella. He vowed to marry her when he grew up, as big as his father. But Marcella was not one…
Krabell’s Drug Store Burglarized, Racine WI, 1902
A daring burglary was committed at Krabell’s drug store in Racine, Wisconsin, in the early hours of the morning. The thief made his entrance through a side window, shattering the glass as he dropped down onto the floor. The intruder made a beeline for the store’s showcase, breaking into it with ease. The store’s clerk,…
Samar Slaughter: Congressmen Clash over Philippine Atrocities
June 20, 1902, in Washington D.C. – The halls of Congress were abuzz with heated debate as Congressmen Jones and Hamilton locked horns over the Philippine Government Bill. Jones, a vocal critic of the administration, took aim at the military actions in Samar, Philippines, accusing Gen. Smith and Major Waller of cruelty. Related Federal Cases…
Russell Sage, Mysterious Illness, New York 1902
June 12, 1902 – Speculation is rife in the business world after Russell Sage, the esteemed financier, fell ill under mysterious circumstances. Sources close to Sage reveal that he was struck by a sudden and unexplained malady, leaving many to wonder if foul play was involved. The usually stoic Sage was said to be ‘struck…
John E. Murphy Runs Down Counterfeiters, St. Louis MO, 1902
In a gritty cat-and-mouse game, John E. Murphy, superintendent of the Secret Service Department for Missouri and Kansas, has been hot on the trail of counterfeiters, bringing a measure of justice to the streets of St. Louis. Related Federal Cases Semere Tsehaye Convicted of Tax Evasion, St. Louis MO, 2023 · Washington Cristopher Cristea, Mining…
President Northrop’s Unstrenuous Warning: Did the Americans of 1902 Already Live Too Much?
MINNEAPOLIS, May 10, 1902 – In a chapel talk that left a crowd of 2,000 students stirred, President Northrop of the University of Minnesota boldly declared that Americans today don’t live too strenuous a life. This may seem counterintuitive, but the president argued that in comparison to fifty years ago, life has become far less…
Congressional Corruption, Washington D.C., 1902
On April 21st, a staggering tale of corruption emerged from the corridors of power in Washington D.C. The Senate passed a river and harbor bill, riddled with a whopping $70,000,000 in appropriations. While the legislation aimed to revitalize the nation’s waterways, insiders whispered of backroom deals and underhanded politics. As the bill sailed through, it…
John W. Hoyt, Horseback Endurance, Brownsville TX, 1902
In a shocking display of grit and determination, John W. Hoyt has proven himself to be one of the toughest cowboys to ever ride the range. According to eyewitnesses, Hoyt rode two days with two broken ribs, refusing to complain or show any signs of weakness. The incident took place during the final days of…
Doans Kidney Pills Ad Deemed Misleading, Des Moines IA, 1902
In a shocking revelation, it has come to our attention that the pharmaceutical company behind Doans Kidney Pills has been using questionable marketing tactics to peddle their product. The pills in question claim to cure all manner of kidney ailments, from backaches to distressing kidney ills. But is the cure worse than the disease? Related…
Smoke and Mirrors: Washington Traction Company’s Sinister Scheme Exposed
In a shocking turn of events, the Washington Traction Company’s General Manager, Lindley E. Sinclair, faced the music in the Police Court on Thursday. Charged with violating the anti-smoke law at the power house of the United States Electric Lighting Corporation, Sinclair’s fate hung in the balance as Judge Cole presided over the trial. Related…
