Family Law in China Father Rules Household Descriptions
The Peking Gazette describes the old Chinese family as a small kingdom with the father as ruler and enforcer of all under his roof. It notes harsh practices, including burial for crimes, yet says sons and daughters also owe obedience and sacrifice to keep the family happy under paternal guidance. Confucian precepts are cited on filial duty.
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Associated Press
Peking
The
Peking Gazette
China
Shanghai
Ning- Po
Ningpo
Confucius
Quinine Tonic Laxa tive Brom Quutane Ad Card
An advertisement touts Laxa tive Brom Quutane as a tonic and laxative with no head nervousness effects. It urges remembering the full name for the signature of E. W. Grove and notes a price of 25 cents.
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E. W. Grove
King Alfonso XIII Visits Blind Spanish Author Galdos
In Santander on September 4, King Alfonso XIII met with aging author Benito Perez Galdos who has recently gone blind but continues to write. They discussed the European war, Galdos’s pro Allied stance and essays, and Spain’s internal politics, while Galdos’s fame rests on National Episodes and Dona Perfecta.
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Associated Press
Santander
Spain
Don Benito Perez Galdos
Senor Perez Galdos
Alfonso XIII
Liberal Party
Cortes
United States
Spaniards urge Mexico to avoid US intervention
El Imparcial argues Spain must watch Mexico as civil strife threatens independence. It accuses the United States of fomenting internal division to justify intervention, while urging Mexicans to end the war and pursue peaceful rebuilding to recover wealth and stability.
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Associated Press
Madrid
el Imparcial
Mexico
Spain
United States
Dr Kings New Discovery Cough Remedy Ad Claim
An advertisement touts Dr Kings New Discovery as the faithful remedy for colds. It promises effectiveness for households and lists prices of five cents and one dollar.
Old Soldier recollects climates and bread toasts in sun
A veteran regales youths with stories of distant camps in Fyzardum and how bread was toasted in the sun. An impatient listener quips about corkscrews to draw breath as the Daily Thought reflects on envy and true friendship. The note ends with reflections on listening, counsel, humor, and public health in light of cats spreading disease.
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Fyzardum
Calico Dress: Bargain Sparks Bachelor Quandary
A calico dress now sells for a few cents prompting talk of frugal buys while many men still resist marriage, choosing bachelor life despite cheap attire and other inducements.
Two Different Propositions Highlight Money Squeeze
A witty old verse contrasts the number of helpers when investing versus withdrawing funds, noting many assist in placing money but few in getting it out. The quip hints at financial urgency and consumer frustration with liquidity.
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Kress
Clayton Street
Athens
Liggett & Myers Premium Department
F. Lozano & Sons
Havana
American State Bank
DR. Heywood
Southern
Mutual
Georgia National Bank
Athens, GA
Palm Beach
Athens Empire Laundry Company
Chas. Stern Co
New Haven Courier-Journal
Athens Saving Bank
M. Stern
M. G. Michael
G. A. Mell
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