Forecasts of the Twelfth Census and U S Growth
The piece discusses census forecasting for 1900 focusing on population estimates for states and territories. It cites New York World estimates up to Jan 1 1900, projects total U S population around 80,266,082 including imperial totals, and outlines wealth and railroad growth using Mulhall and Poor's data. It notes rapid wealth increase and compares U S to Great Britain as a rival.
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New York World
Alaska
Indian Territory
Hawaii
Porto Rico
Philippines
United States
Sam
D.sos
Tsoc
Mulhall
Isso
Isto
Tn Tien
J. Ke. Upton
Census Bureau
Nho
Uncle Sam
Isss
Great Britain
Poor
Double Significance of This Memorial Day
Memorial Day carries a double meaning as volunteers from Maine to Florida unite in the Spanish American War. The piece honors both Civil War dead and Cuban campaign heroes, stressing shared sacrifice, liberty, and national unity across generations and regions.
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Maine
Mississippi
Oregon
Florida
Southland
Benison
Washington
Unclear historical notes fragment outline
Fragmentary OCR text shows mixed names and places without coherent events. It mentions persons such as Grenadin and a Chicago reference, plus scattered phrases about a case and a conversation. No clear news event or outcome is readable to summarize reliably.
Father Goes to War and Leads Lincoln's Cause
A New England farmer Amos Wilkinson volunteers to lead Allentown’s company in the Civil War. His son Edward remains home to tend the farm while friends and family face hardship. Wilkinson dies at Cold Harbor, a unit’s sacrifice echoing through Memorial Day memories.
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Edward
Edward Wilkinson
Tom
Nellie
Tom Hines
New England
Amos Wilkinson
Allentown
Alexandria
Lee
Martindale
Cold Harbor
Hines
Col. Wilkinson
Army of the Potomac
Richmond
A Nickel’s Worth of Wind and a Dog Named Bingo
A description of new coin operated electric fans in offices and homes, followed by a survival tale where the narrator is trapped by a wolf‑infested wilderness. The loyal dog Bingo retrieves a wrench, frees the narrator from a trap, and helps return to safety with the narrator and his pony.
Breeze Fans Could Heat Up With Low Cost Access
The piece argues fans would use inexpensive breeze devices, noting high initial costs and limited service periods. It suggests fans would be popular if a small expenditure could generate a pleasant breeze, expanding usage throughout the year.
Wolf Traps Endanger Man in Remote District
Priest Seton Thompson recounts a perilous moment while inspecting wolf traps. After killing a wolf he reset a trap and accidentally triggered the next, catching his hand in the steel jaws. He lay prone trying to reach the wrench dropped a short distance away beneath sand and cotton concealment.
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Seton Thompson
Tle
Bicycle Bell Conceals Revolver for Deterring Dogs and Tramps
A Cologne cycling firm patents a bell with a concealed revolver. Pressing a side button fires ten cartridges in quick succession, producing a loud report to frighten away vicious dogs and cheeky tramps.
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Cologne
Wink and Promises Quote from 19th Century Formula
An English scientist estimates humans blink at least 4,000,000 times yearly. The text advises one to stop making excuses or promises if they dislike apologizing.
Enlisted youths join local war effort in heartfelt scene
Thomas Hines and Edward Wilkinson discuss enlisting as a girl named Nellie and their family witness. Tom confirms he has enlisted, expressing hope Edward will join to march and fight together, while Captain Wilkinson comments on the matter at the farmhouse.
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Tom
Edward Wilkinson
Edward
Thomas Hines
Nellie
Captain Wilkinson
Kentucky's War Monument on Chickamauga Battlefield
The first joint memorial to Federal and Confederate soldiers was erected by Kentucky at Chickamauga. The monument honors the 4th Kentucky and 15th Kentucky regiments and was turned over to the United States Government. It emphasizes national unity and the memory of those who fought and fell in the Civil War.
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Kentucky
Chickamauga
Kentucky Restucky
Sam
Pay and Privilege for World Lawmakers
The Chicago Chronicle notes varied pay for legislators across nations. France pays $5 daily. Greece senators $100 monthly. Germany and Denmark offer small daily sums. Belgium and Portugal set monthly or yearly stipends. Spain, Switzerland, and Italy show limited pay with immunities or travel allowances. England stands alone with no special privileges for MPs who are unpaid.
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France
Greece
Germany
Denmark
Belgium
Chamber of Representatives
Portugal
Peera Andemons
Spain
Cortes
Switzerland
National Council
Italy
England
Chicago Chronicle
Iide
A Man or Minister on a White Mountains Stage
A Massachusetts humorist recounts a tramp through the White Mountains with a minister and a clergyman. The stage driver, a lively talker, shares stories and the trio parts with mutual respect after an amusing journey. The tale gleans humor from a driver’s view of churchmen.
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Massachusetts
White Mountains
Levi
Archbishop Joins Weeknight Hymn in East End Church
An English paper recounts how the Archbishop of Canterbury attended a Moody and Sankey hymn at an East End church. He sat in a back pew and sang poorly, disturbing a workingman who finally whispered, “Ere, dry up, mist. You’re spoiling the show.”
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Archbishop of Canterbury
East End
London
Moody and Sankey
Workingman
Chidl
Chronicle
Questioning the Sunday School Lecturer’s Passage
A humorous fragment captures a Sunday school scene where a young boy or girl asks a question about the duration of the lecture. The speaker, a small boy named Bos, challenges the lecturer with a short, playful interruption.
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Bos
Courtesy and identifiers in business and law notes
A business lesson stresses calling people by name as a courteous, subtle business value. A Danville lawyer issued a fake divorce decree. a client remarried and won damages. New Zealand chroniclers report police forcing photos of drinkers, and a new coffee adulterant shaped like coffee is noted.
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Browne
Danville
Ill
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