Witty Aphorisms on Marriage and Manners
A collection of humorous lines about the earth as a symbol of history and about married life. It jokes that bachelors live alone while husbands are beguiled by wives. It warns against conceit in those who practice humility and notes a woman's view of dress reform.
Woman in a hurry, husband who never hurries joke
A wry saying notes a woman in a constant rush often has a husband who is slow to hurry, playing on household contrasts and timing.
Man learns limits only after trying, often regrets findings
A saying states that a man cannot know his abilities until he attempts something and then regrets discovering his limits. The quote reflects on risk, effort, and the pain of realization rather than success.
Sea-Serpent Tale Faces Tough Coast Summer
A coastal rumor of a sea-serpent threatens to fade this summer as officials doubt sightings and fishermen report calm seas. The story notes no verified evidence and urges caution amid continued chatter among locals.
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Atlantic
Grover Cleveland Demonstrates Marksman Skill Opportunity
A fragment notes Grover Cleveland, recently refining marksmanship, now faces a pivotal chance in his career. The passage also mentions social dynamics with an indulgent wife and a tyrant husband, and hints at wartime resources though dismisses the Chadron cavalry troop phrase.
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Grover Cleveland
Question on American ministers and consuls policy
The passage ponders a pressing issue for the public: what actions should be taken regarding American ministers and consuls. It frames the dilemma as a national concern with implications for diplomacy and governance.
General Woodford Sleep Scene Sparks Diplomatic Spin
A crowd of Spaniards pressed near the vehicle as Gen. Woodford slept inside, the scene provoking comment that his rest reflects a calculated diplomatic stance.
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Gen. Woodford
Embarking Sailors Vow Not to Return Until Conquering America
A cablegram described sailors swearing they would not return home until they had conquered America, revealing the grim attitude some held toward Spain as a residence.
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Spain
America
Quote on Remorse by Genial Bob Burdette
The excerpt captures Burdette lamenting over daily remorse. He notes a persistent habit of regretting past actions and living with a hair shirt of guilt, hoping to avoid future remorse after death.
Resignation of Postmaster General Gary on Spain Crisis
The text notes Gary’s resignation linked to the war crisis with Spain. It states he favored peaceful solutions if possible but rejects being among the “peace at any price” group, suggesting tension between his stance and wartime policy.
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Gary
Spain
Chicago Passes Fire Safety Ordinance After Ayer Building Fire
In response to the Ayer building blaze and heavy loss of life the Chicago city council approves an ordinance requiring fire escapes on all four story or taller buildings and capping building height at 130 feet. It mandates contractor licensing and bars permits for structures above two stories unless designed by a licensed architect or contractor.
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Ayer
Iil
Chicago City Council
Bond
United States Security
United States
God
Church of Christ
Shotts
Edwards
Tennent
Whitefield
Edward Pain
Plan for North South student correspondence gains support
The Cornell University proposal to open correspondence between North and South school children is praised for improving spelling penmanship and letter writing skills while broadening knowledge of geography history climate and social conditions across regions. It aims to restore family feeling strained by Civil War tales and textbooks.
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Cornell University
Grant and Hayes Discuss Nicaragua Canal Ambition
In an interview marking the presidential transition, Grant names the Nicaragua canal as his foremost public concern. Chicago engineers have renewed surveys, suggesting the canal is nearer now. estimates place preparations at fifteen million dollars and the canal itself well over a hundred million, justified by global shipping savings.
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Gen. Grant
Mr. Hayes
United States
Nicaragua Canal
Chicago
Talmage Sermon Decries Rich Churchkeeping and Calls for Revolution
Washington, May 1, 1898. Dr Talmage argues Christianity must overturn current social norms. He denounces protecting fashionable religion, urges revolution in family and commerce, and condemns workers who exploit others while claiming honesty. He advocates leadership by the worthy spouse and a universal standard of right.
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Washington, D. C
Br. Talmage
Jason
Thessalonica
Paul
Lord Jesus Christ
Day of Judgment in the Market and a Call to Reckon
A speaker warns that economic ruin follows dishonesty in finance and urges immediate personal reform. He laments trust broken in commercial houses, forecasts a reviving church, and pleads for a spiritual revolution now, not tomorrow, to avert divine judgment.
The Leaf Insect Hidden in Plain Sight
The leaf insect, native to the East Indies, imitates foliage so perfectly that it blends with leaves even at rest and when it flies. Dr Duns notes its body head and wings resemble a torn leaf and oak leaf pattern, aiding its survival against predators.
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East Indies
Duns
Four Apples Cost Him Six Hundred Dollars
Bank official A H Baker of Jenkin town National Bank carried a satchel with 600 in small denomination notes while riding a streetcar on Saturday. He bought four apples for 600 total at 150 each and discovered the satchel lock looked strange upon leaving the car.
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A. H. Baker
Jenkintown National Bank
Substitution Grip Reveals Apples and Bulletin
Mr Baker recalls a used grip hidden the slip with four apples and a newspaper. He remembered a war bulletin at Eighth and Chestnut streets and thinks the change occurred during that time.
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Baker
Eighth and Chestnut’ Streets
Philadelphia Inquirer
Paris Telephony Pushes Air Insulated Cables
At a Societe Internationale des Electriciens meeting M Bar barat described underground cables in Paris using paper insulation with dry air under pressure. Compressed air passes over calcium chloride and into each cable to remove moisture and ensure insulation. Trials on long lines show good results and may use on-site heating to aid operation.
Silent Partner Boisterous In Private Office Clash
Comic exchange at Somerville Journal chronicles a loud private office disturbance as a clerk explains the loud traveler is the silent partner. The brief vignette captures workplace humor and the role of a silent partner in a business setting.
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Somerville Journal
Piedmont Schoolgirl Struck by Mumps After Years Free of Absence
A Piedmont West Virginia schoolgirl, who had been free from absence or tardiness for nearly five years, contracted mumps and had to remain at home.
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Piedmont
W. Va
London and Paris Through Indian Spectacles described
An Indian observer shares comic insights on Western and Indian views of modern women in G P Pillai’s London and Paris Through Indian Spectacles. He recalls social etiquette shocks from England and India, including how a guest interacts with a friend’s mother and sister at meals, highlighting cross cultural awkwardness.
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India
Europe
London
Paris
G. P. Pillai
Madras
England
Englanda
Plea for Silk Petticoats in Womens Fashion Debate
A Memphis Scimitar column defends silk underskirts arguing they arose from modesty not vanity. It counters male attribution to wealthy or frivolous motives, noting earlier white skirts collected dust and dirt, while silk underskirts stay hidden and practical during street crossings.
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Memphis Scimitar
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