Russian literature and Tolstoi discussed at Deerfield session
Nathan Haskell Dole of New York spoke on Russian literature and Count Tolstoi during the Deerfield Summer School of History and Romance. He noted the language and literature’s rich origins, and highlighted Gogol Pisemsky Tolstoi and the link between morality and Christianity in Tolstoi's view.
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Nathan Haskell Dole
New York
Deerfield Summer School of
Count Tolstoi
Russia
Gogol
Dostoyevsky
Pisemsky
Grigorovitch
Turgénies
Tolstoi
Thackeray
Siberia
Liberal gains widen in Forest of Dean by election
The Forest of Dean by election shows Liberal progress. Samuelson, Liberal, defeats Wyndham, Conservative, by a margin of 1550 in a 7022 vote total, with Liberal poll up 464 and Conservative up 32 since the last contest.
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Forest of Dean
Gloucestershire
England
Samuelson
Wyndham
Blaine Keeps Name Before Public Across Continents
The article notes Mr. Blaine's high profile on two continents and cites Senator Su Hennan granting him a latest chance. It dispels gossip that Blaine meddles in Ohio politics, stating he will stay abroad until next year with no Ohio communications. It also mentions Tory press attacks over alleged court presentation refusals tied to his Irish connections.
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Mr. Blaine
Su Hennan
Ohio
Blaine
Canrnecia
Buaine
Sipney Smith
Failure of justice in Indianapolis election fraud jury dispute
The Indianapolis jury reportedly split seven to five for acquittal on the general guilt question in election fraud cases, a party line split that raises concerns about justice. The sole direct evidence was an informer’s testimony. jury bias and prior attempts to shield indicted individuals are noted, prompting hope that Indiana courts avoid similar miscarriages in future trials.
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Indianapolis
Indiana
Settlement ends Beverly shoe shop strike with mutual terms
State board of arbitration engineers a compromise in the Beverly shoe shops dispute. The agreement returns workers to their jobs with terms favorable to both sides, avoiding further wage losses and industry disruption. The board’s patient intervention is praised as crucial. Meanwhile Kentucky and Texas vote this week on officers, a U.S. Senator, and six state constitutional amendments.
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State Board of Arbitration
Beverly
Board of Arbitration
Kentucky
United States
Texas
Death of Signor Depretis Leaves Italy at a Crossroads
The passing of Signor Depretis removes a key statesman who steadied Italy during formation and turbulence. His tenure as Sicily’s ruler and later head of the cabinet confronted tax protests and Irredentist factionalism while balancing church state tensions and Vatican influence. His foreign role included shaping Egypt policy and a pivotal alliance with Britain.
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Italy
Europe
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Sicily
Haning
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Egypt
Ismail
Cairo
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Assab
Signor Depretis
Count Rapitani
England
Amendment debate highlights judiciary reform and voter registration
Opponents warn the amendment faces a slim margin with as few as 15000 opposing in a total 825000 vote, reflecting a tight race. Other key amendments push for judiciary reorganization and voter registration in urban areas.
Harsh Canadian Seizures Targeted American Fishermen
The article argues that seizures of Gloucester schooners Argonaut and French and the Hodgdon by Canadian authorities were unnecessarily harsh. It states the fishermen intended no trespass, with nets set beyond the limit but drifted inside by tides. Arrests and a $400 Hodgdon fine are criticized as hostile acts approved by Ottawa.
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Congress
Immigrant Reunited After Court Action At Castle Garden
Secretary Farreul Hi Lap consulted a telegram whose terms are not disclosed. The American Emigrant Company attorney obtained a writ of habeas corpus. Emigration commissioners likely face nullification and the woman may join friends in Minnesota. Castle Garden is criticized as a prison rather than an asylum for the oppressed.
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New York
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Ais
Scotland
Minnesota
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Public instruction urged for swimming in Boston
The piece argues for teaching swimming as part of public instruction in Boston. It notes Crescent Beach near Revere as the only local site, recalls Braman’s baths and a simple pole-assisted method, and links swimming to health and safety amid rising coastal outings. It also touches on city rail improvements, caterpillar infestations, blackberry notes, and various cultural tidbits.
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Boston
Crescent Beach
Revere Beach
Simpson
Notable Movements and Profiles in Early 1900s Boston
A string of short notes catalogs moves and statuses: Mme Lillian Norton-gower returns to Boston in August. Rev. Robert Collyer tours Yosemite Valley. sculptor William G. Turner travels Europe after visiting his sisters. Elwood Cooper headlines as the United States’ largest olive raiser with a 600 acre farm in Southern California. Marcus C. Stearns survives Chicago’s original board of trade at 72, wealthy and retired. Aaron Gove, Denver schools chief and NA E A president-elect, 49, native of Rockingham NH, has spent 25 years in the West. The eldest daughter of Gene is seriously ill, Sherman exercises daily on Lake George, the Sherman cottage is among the lake’s prettiest. London Vanity Pair notes Mrs Potter’s stage debut as season’s sensation.
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Lillian Norton-gower
Nordica
Boston
Robert Collyer
New York
Yosemite Valley
William G. Turner
Europe
Elwood Cooper
United States
California
Marcus C. Stearns
Chicago
Board of Trade
Robert Louis Stevens
Aaron Gove
National Educational Association
Denver Public Schools
Rockingham County
N. H
West
Genevn
Sherman
Lake George
London
Sherman Declares He Will Be His Own Jockey
In a bold campaign line the candidate vows to ride to victory himself. The remark frames his bid as personal and independent, with the Chicago Herald Herald reporting the stance as a defining feature of his race.
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Mr. Sherman
Chicago Herauld
Dem
Conflicting Judicial Confidence Questioned by Record Editor
A Philadelphia Record (Ind.) critique notes that frequent overrule of one judge by another undermines faith in the certainty of the law. The remark emphasizes concern over consistency and authority in the judiciary.
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Philadelphia Record (Ind
Mugwumps Define Motive as Love of Truth and Beauty
The New York World misreads Mugwumps as hating Blaine. The Herald quotes their stance: their basis is love of the good the true and the beautiful and hatred of lying deceit and hypocrisy. They wield this against all parties with equal vigor.
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New York
Blaine
Boston, Herald
Stop the surplus war taxes urge Democrats
A New York World editorial argues the Democratic party should oppose the surplus and end unnecessary taxation rather than spend or justify it. It urges returning every unneeded dollar to the taxpayers who earned it and halting the wartime tax burden.
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Democratic Party
N. Y. World
Dem
Bidding for votes with promises of pensions
The Providence Journal warns that offering pensions to voters is a dangerous bribe-like tactic. It argues that promising national treasury money to gain support equates to near bribery and must be resisted by Republicans to avoid alienating prudent citizens.
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Democratic Party
Republican Party
Providence Journal
Railroads Profit by Fair Treatment of Shippers
The Philadelphia Times notes railroads now profit by treating shippers alike and running lines in stockholder interests rather than a ring of officers. Earnings have risen since the new policy was enforced, with no expectation of retrograde changes.
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Philadelphia Times
Revival of Good Lecturers Gains Public Interest
The demand for skilled lecturers signals a revival of public entertainment. Once many tried, few prospered, as audiences grew discerning. Now there is a growing appetite for quality speakers, seen as substantial entertainment and beneficial to the public.
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N. Y. Tribune
Lessons From Theft Prevention Systems
A Chicago News reflection notes that reliance on safeguards like car punches registers spotters and checks reveals a belief that men cannot be trusted. It argues honesty is rare and business relies on security measures because a man’s word is not trusted without being forced to follow it.
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Chicago News
Respectability Should Not Growl Over City Government
A column argues that large cities reflect the character of their citizens. If respectable people chase wealth and pleasure, criminals seize political control. Hence, decent citizens must oppose high taxes, insecurity, and rising barbarism by engaging in local government.
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N. Y
The Question of the Present and National Duty
A Providence Journal news excerpt argues for peace and concord as the right rule for the nation. It urges calm dedication of power to future needs and responsibilities, noting the nation remains a family of sixty million and past burdens must not define the present.
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August Century dull but features two notable papers
The August Century magazine offers two standout pieces, A W Greely’s Our Kivigtok about the Lady Franklin Bay expedition and Brander Matthews The Songs of the War. It also discusses songs from the Civil War, frontispiece portrait of Mrs. Howe, and poems including I Shall Find Rest.
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Brander Matthews
John Brown
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Cooper Institute
Stockton
Edward Atkinson
Robert Burns Wilson
Adam and Eve by Bukovacs Draws cautious praise
From the London World review of M Bukovacs Adam and Eve. Vicars of Eagle Place display the painting with a picturesque Eve and a young Adam. The author notes novel treatment and dazzling effect, while deeming it free of offence though not fully daylighted by real lighting.
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Piccadilly
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Adam
Highway Robberies In Boston Leave Two Men Absent
David Bennett of South Boston was attacked in front of Kneeland street and robbed of 50 cents a rescue by Officer O Day who arrested Joseph J Sullivan of Boston Street. Two others escaped. John Bannon of Appleton Street was knocked down on the Common and robbed of 175 dollars with a severe cut over the eye.
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Kirth Street
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Kneeland Street
O’ Day
Station 4
Bennett
Joseph J. Sullivan
Sullivan
Boston Street
John Bannon
Appleton Street
Market talk and weathered wit fill page
A collage of notes cites a mercury market rumor with cranberry crop scare and a tongue in cheek election joke in Texas. It includes remarks on opera failures, a Grant Cuba-Mexico voyage tie, and various oddities from Vienna milliners to Chicago fire anecdotes.
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