Fame and Envy Ripple Through Dewey Fame Fallout
The piece recounts how Dewey's Manila victory sparked pride and rival claims in towns named for him and among readers who boasted kinship or loyalty. It notes disputes over who is the true Dewey relative, amid broader debates about the first casualties Ensign Bagley and Wyatt, with regional pride provoking contested origins claims in North Carolina and Virginia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dewey
Ohio
Manila
Kansas
Vermont
New York
Deweys
Boswell
Johnson
Ensign Bagley
North Carolina
Wyatt
North
South
Virginia
Richmond
Free Distribution of Dr. Pierce Medical Adviser
Dr. R V Pierce of Buffalo announces that after selling 680000 copies at 150 each he would give away 500000 more free. The offer requires 21 one cent stamps for mailing and post paid delivery. The 1008 page medical library is the same content as the paid edition and ships in manilla covers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo
People’s
Common Sense
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Promoted in Pierson Ad
M Geary of Pierson Michigan states DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve is curing more piles here today than all other remedies combined and also treats eczema and skin diseases as claimed by Dr W Av Waiairr.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S- M. Geary
Pierson, Mich
DeWitt
W. Av Waiairr
City Barber Shop opens with veteran George W. Jordan
George W. Jordan, successor to O. M. Jones, operates the city barber shop next to the Post Office. He is a first class workman with eight years of experience at J. Gianone in Macon, Georgia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hunter Street
Georgia
George W. Jordan
O. M. Jones
J. Gianone
Macon
Barnesville
Blalock
Hall's Great Discovery Promises Kidney and Bladder Cure
An advertisement from Waco Texas promotes Hall's Great Discovery claiming to cure kidney and bladder troubles. It offers mail delivery for 1 cent and two months treatment per bottle. A testimonial from James F Miller, banker and ex congressman, endorsements the remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
E. W. Hai
P. O. Box
Waco
Texas
Gonzales
Sateen
Lean
Jas. FL Miller
Mississippi Congressman John Allen Recalls Confederate Service
Representative John Allen of Mississippi tells two or three stories about his Confederate past, describing life as a private in a frail body, protracted hunger, and fear before engagements. He recalls dreams of blue coats and a joke about a deserter if a blue uniform reappears in memory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Allen
Mississippi
Washington Post
Allen
Freseen
Wheeler
Butler
Fitzhugh Lee
Republic
Tom Owen
Washington
Tom
Bible conversation with Li Hung Chang outlined by Dr Coltman
Dr Coltman of the East Asiatic Lloyd recalls a talk with Li Hung Chang about the Bible. The aged statesman questions faith, while Coltman asserts belief. A tale of signs, fruit, and a naval gun incident illustrates courage and reward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Coltman
East Asiatic Lloyd
Li Hung Chang
Statesman
London
Whiskey Habits Cured Without Pain
Advertisement states cures for whiskey habits without pain offered by B M Woolley M D at Viive 104 N Pryor Street. It emphasizes a free book of particular and claims successful treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howe
B.m.woolley
M.D
N. Pryor
Lord Lytton and the Birches Dinner Exchange
The San Francisco Argonaut recounts a dinner with Lord Lytton as viceroy of India. A witty exchange with Mrs Birch leads to a humorous misread when he jokes about birches and affection. The tale ends with Mrs Birch unaware of the insult to her husband.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Lytton
India
San Francisco
Don's Complete Pile Cure
A new discovery claims to cure all forms of dyspepsia and regulate the stomach restoring the appetite. For sale by Joan H Blackburn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don
Joan. H. Blackburn
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Ewerne & Com
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L. V. Gilliam
Oak P. O
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Allegheny Co
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Orient
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U.S
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Barnesville, Ga
Orrick Huguley Building
J.M. Anderson
Barnesville Savings Bank
Dr. Head
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Thomaston St
Wm. J. Cox
C. H. Perdue
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W.B. Smith
F. D
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Undertaker
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Dorrance
Providence
R. I. Tie
J. H. Blackburn
St. Germain
Mme
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Paris
United States
Canada
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J. T. Chambers
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Advocate
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Lebirt
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