Great Britain's Share in China's Settlement Predicted
The article argues that Britain will secure a large share in the partition of Chinese assets, citing its naval power and vast East Asia commerce interests. It asserts Britain can block German efforts and will act to protect its imperial and economic stakes as China is divided.
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China
Apa
Russia
Great Britain
Europe
Germany
East
Bsioux City Journal
New Year Reflections and Hawaii Annexation Talk
The piece urges contentment with yearly efforts and optimism for next year. It notes Japan’s minister Hoshi meeting Secretary Sherman, altering Hawaiian annexation talks, with Japan seeking full protection of Japanese interests if annexation proceeds. It mentions England possibly taking Hawaii if annexation fails, then describes a Congress bill by Congaress Man Hersorn to create a cabinet department uniting industry, commerce, and related bureaus under one head.
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Moon
Hawaii
Japan
Hoshi
Sherman
England
United States
Concaress Man
Hersorn
Congress
Light House
Coast Survey and
Marine Hospital Service
Mrs Shaw’s Home Style Signals Quiet Capital Society Ties
Whispers in the capital say Mrs. Governor Shaw prefers home life with her husband and family over grand society displays. She remains hospitable and respected, though her ideas on dress and manners may differ from some high society expectations. Her standing with the people of the state remains intact.
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Governor Shaw
Dingley Bill Protects U.S. Markets From Foreign Tariffs
The speaker argues tariffs under the Dingley bill protect American producers by preserving domestic markets and shielding workers from European competition. He notes the United States can supply many products foreigners must buy, ensuring demand stays within the country.
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Europe
Insurgents Strengthen Hold in Cuba Advancing
General Blanco battles insurgents but they win key engagements and expand control. They command most of the island's eastern region, limit Spanish reach to Havana, and have captured several important positions while dealing heavy blows to the Spanish army.
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Blanco
Cuba
Havana
English Language Conquest and Montreal Paper Closure
A writer argues English expansion crowds out other tongues, citing Montreal’s fifty year old morning French daily’s suspension as evidence. The piece claims language pressure is universal and questions political reactions to unemployment, noting that window glass workers are set to return to work once furnaces heat up.
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Montreal
Canada
British Press Distorts Dingley Bill Reporting
The speaker accuses English reporters of ignorant or willful misrepresentation of U S political matters, noting grossly inaccurate telegraphic accounts of the Dingley bill and related issues. He argues the law’s effects drive bias against accurate coverage.
Fish stocking planned for Nishna Botna river spring
Deputy Game Warden Carbee of Council Bluffs says six million bass and croppies will be stocked in the Nishna Botna stream this spring. The project aims to bring good fishing close to home, noting the Botna’s generally ample water.
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Rerortt
Carbee
Council Bluffs
Germany Tests Retaliation With Higher U S Hog Duties
Germany Heightens tariffs on American hogs and hog products in response to U S duties on German goods. Observers warn the move could escalate trade frictions as Berlin signals continued pressure until reciprocity improves.
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Germany
United States
Binding the Codes and China Crisis Grow
State Binder Young reports delivering over 12 000 bound lodes to the secretary of state for distribution or sale, with more than 1200 dollars earned. Codes, now stored in the state house basement, were originally 2000 pages, then 2400, without extra pay. In China, seventeen British warships head to Chemulpo to pressure Corea’s government amid Russian influence, with Japan backing and a looming regional clash. England and Russia may face a larger conflict if tensions escalate.
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Young
Des Moines
Burlington Hawkeye
China
Chemulpo
Corea
Seoul
McLevy Brown
Corean Customs
Japan
Corfa
Pekin
Celestial Empire
England
Germany
Russia
Contractors head to Nicaragua to survey interoceanic canal route
Representatives of the Chicago drainage canal contractors travel to Nicaragua aboard the same ship as the government engineers to survey the interoceanic canal route. The drainage project nears completion and the machinery used is unprecedented, lowering excavation costs by 40 to 80 percent compared with Panama Canal construction.
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Chicago
Panama Canal
Allison answers Times Herald attack after critique
The Chicago Times Herald criticized Senator Allison over a general conversation remark. Allison explicitly replies, defending his public service record. Also noted is a moment from Bryan’s Mexican tour where a spectator asked how to say Hurrah for Mexico and Bryan answered Viva Mexico.
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Chicago Times-Herald
Senator Allison
Allison
Times-Herald
Times- Herald
Bryan
Mexico
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Iowa AG rules against in-state incorporation for out-of-state business
The Iowa attorney general decided that a company cannot be incorporated in Iowa to do business entirely in another state. The opinion addresses laxity in Iowa incorporations and notes some Klondike schemes may be dropped if the ruling stands, flagged by the Omaha Bee.
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Iowa
Iawa
Omaha Bee
Senate
House
Sienettrs
Weyetee L
West range cattle supply tightens signaling breed and feed profits
Reports from western cattle ranges say supplies will be shorter than in recent years, which should keep cattle breeding and feeding profitable for several years. The east has depended on western feeders, adding to the impact of the developing shortage.
Immigrant test bill gains steam in congress
A sweeping education test for immigrants advances with strong straw poll support. The plan requires migrants over 16 to read and write a printed U.S. Constitution in their own language before landing, with exemptions for younger children and certain relatives. The article contrasts this mild measure with harsher historic Cuban actions and notes favorable public sentiment.
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United States
United States of America
Banana bounty makes state dress in Sunday clothes daily
The article notes heavy banana crops and high prices that have raised income in the state, leading residents to wear their Sunday clothes every day. It describes the unusual attire as a sign of prosperity and optimism among the people.
Legislature faces redistricting to gain fair representation
The legislature may redraw districts this winter to achieve fairer representation, with opposition brewing against increasing seats from 100 to 115. Proponents argue for changes only if reducing the size. one hundred representatives are deemed sufficient and costly expansion is unwise. The White House and congressional halls remain crowded with office seekers, described as an enduring itch for office.
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White House
Congress
Ex General Hope Returns to Law Practice in Texas
Ex General Hope of Texas resumed practicing law after his term ended and is said to have established a vigorous, active docket, leveraging prior service and local connections to build a notable civil and public affairs practice.
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Hope
Texas
Iowa State Teachers Association to Meet in Des Moines
The forty third session of the Iowa State Teachers Association will be held in Des Moines on December 28. Topics include public school facts and whether to depart from the three R's idea in education. Analysts expect discussion on Alaska exodus and Klondike settlement plans spurred by gold excitement.
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Iowa State Teachers’ Asociation
Des Moines
Srvine
Alaska
Klondike
Wizzard Edison Claimed To Photograph Thoughts
The article notes claims that Edison may have discovered a new photographic process capable of capturing the image of a thought. It speculates he might reveal the workings of a editors mind and hints at future feats like photographing Space, while acknowledging uncertainty about what may be achieved.
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Wizzard Edison
Santa Claus Delights Children as Sleighing Season Grows
Fathers praise the Santa myth as real this season with good sleighing. Children view Santa as a best friend while merchants bet on strong advertising, noting that Santa is laying in a big load for kids and adults alike.
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Santa Claus
Santa
England asks Missouri packer for 760000 pounds canned meat
England has requested a bid from a Missouri packing establishment to supply 760,000 pounds of canned meats for the British army in India. The United States can afford to let others bid. there is more money in it and it is not as dangerous.
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England
Missouri
India
United States
German Parliament Criticized for Unpleasant Remarks
Report notes that members of the German parliament are said to utter unpleasant remarks. It adds that many Americans do not understand the language and are not worried by the comments.
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