Washington Letter on tariff bill and Hawaii annexation
The June dispatch notes President McKinley hopes the tariff bill passes within two months to allow unveiling General Logan statue in Chicago on July 22. It cites Senator Chandler on Hawaii annexation and naval power, mentions political maneuvering around the treaty, and quotes Hanna denial of miner wage cuts while defending his interests. It also mentions Woodford advising not to back Wheeler for New York and the tariff bill awaiting final action.
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WasHingTon, D. C
John A. Logan
Lake Front Park
Chicago
McKinley
Chandler
Wasy
Hawaii
United States
Italy
Senator Hanna
New York
Pennsylvania
Pittsburg
Hanna
Ohio
Senator Foraker
Washington
Senate
Stewart L. Woodford
Spain
Hayes
Wheeler
Indiana
Col. W. St. Helloway
Gen. Woodford
Wm. A. Wheeler
Hares
Empire State
Worn Out Womb Trouble Prompts Medical Testimony
In a period voice an American woman describes symptoms of nervousness head and back ache sleep loss and fatigue suggesting womb trouble. Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound is cited as restoring health and preventing surgery with testimonials from Mrs Mane Bucy and others.
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America
Lydia R Winkham
Mra
Pipkin
Lynn
Operavion
Ant
Auntie Doctor and the Empress anointing Kiel social ties
Prof. Dr. von Esmarch and his wife celebrate a silver wedding as Henrietta, Princess of Schleswig-Holstein, becomes a favored figure in Kiel. The empress of Germany traces kinship to Henrietta's family and the couple's circle. Esmarch, 74, renowned surgeon, founded the German Red Cross and performed over 20 000 operations in his career.
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Cabie
von Esmarch
Lefore
Pla Airs
Ton Esmarch
Henrietta
Germany
Berlin
Society of the Red Cross
Con Esmarch
Kiel
Mpreas
The Suspender Sign And The Aging Man
An elderly Washington Star interview highlights aging signs with suspenders slipping off as a metaphor. A veteran observer recalls two prominent leaders quipping about their belts failing to stay up, illustrating how aging affects posture and attire.
Aging and posture shift cited in two men's lives
The passage notes both men, nearing old age, share a moment of realization as they observe aging by a single incident. It claims that after sixty a man's shoulders gradually round, and by seventy five they lose their original size and shape, marking visible signs of aging.
Pretty Veil Case for Practical Yet Pretty Gifts
A vintage guide describes making a decorative veil case from satin and silk to keep veils clean and neatly stored. It offers design ideas in white satin with blue accents and discusses variations for weddings or personal use, emphasizing a handcrafted, ornamental yet useful gift.
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Y. Journal
Sharks and fishing trade in 1934 era sea sport and markets
Report discusses shark fishing practices, gear such as tangle lines and swivels, and use of sharks for sport and meat. Notes catches near Cheyenne River area and mentions shark fins and prices in New York markets. Highlights tension between sport fishing and conservation, with references to exhibitions and vessel actions against sharks.
Pearls and Policy Share The London Queen Commentary
Fragmentary quotation discusses pearls and royal permission in a Victorian tone. The text references Mase and Cet and mentions Disraeli’s theory on pearls and their display or concealment in cases.
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London
Stranger and Lighthouse Tribute Recap in Small Town Notes
A fragment from a Washington Star piece contrasts a rustic stranger with refined dining then shifts to a Whitkirk church exhibit placing a full lighthouse model in St Mary's chancel honoring John Smeaton. The report ties to historic maritime engineering and medieval cathedral lantern restorations in Ely.
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St. Mary‘s
Whitkirk
Leeds
Cisi
John Smeaton
Eddistone
John Smeden
Abbott Simeon
Ely
Fens
Ong
Electric Bit ters for Old Folks Medicine Ad
An old time ad touts Electric Bitters as a remedy for bowels and kidneys. It claims tonic effects without stimulants, improving digestion and tone of organs. Priced fifty cents and one dollar per bottle at HL Mees' drug store amid bread shortages.
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Lottie
Sampley Wash Goods and Fabrics at Large Store
Trade yarns and fabrics advertised with faded spelling urge readers to review various materials. Notable mentions include linen, batistes, Percale, gingham, and dimities with prices and sample offers noted for women and children’s wear. Readers are invited to request samples and inspect style, color, and quality.
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Tus Seston
Congress
Hood
London Policeman
Washington Star
Hitself
Ozman
Nerith
Veilsin
Eilies
Otingas
New York Sun
Europe
TiMle
Valen
Settie
China
Japan
Stethem
Chidren
Peope
Dain
Kings
Gole Dus
N. K. Fairbank Company
St. Louis
Boston
Philadelphia
Mathad
Ersteem
Omer
Gustlur
Koara
Idriskennedy & Kergan
Thansar
The
New-York
Weekly Tribe
Eevery
Neion
N. Y
Iapatene
Parka
Watask
Coioasa
W.H. McKee
Physicians
M.lash
BASOM
D. D
Successorio
J-E
ORDAO
American Reduction CO
Alto Seconid
Poe Pittehorgh, Ps
Boggs & Buhl
Allegeny, PA
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