Observant Citizen Recalls a Weekend of Whimsical Encounters
A breezy column recalls comic episodes from Newport and nearby towns. Sir Richard Ardleigh faces a ludicrous license demand from the Newport police amid an American heiress plot while local tales include a rice prank at a train sendoff, sidewalk debates, and a spring of small-town antics.
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Dolly
Newport
Richard Ardleigh
Staffordshire
C. of P
Richard
Europe
William
Lost issue of gold standard in party politics
The article argues the gold standard issue has vanished from campaign politics. It cites past efforts to weaponize monetary policy and notes the Chicago platform did not declare for or against the standard, urging readers to accept it as an established fact and treat it as a non-issue in this campaign.
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United States
Cleveland
Congress
Burchard
Blaine
Chicago
Parker
Nomination of Henry Davis for Vice President Noted for Age and Experience
The piece highlights Henry G Davis as a vice presidential candidate remarkable for advanced age and extensive public service. It praises his self made rise, long career in West Virginia politics, and forty years in legislative roles, noting his expected November election and the value of his ripe age and vigorous intellect.
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Henry G. Davis
Davis
George S. Boutwell
West Virginia
Senate
Senate of
United States
Autos Chase Aeronauts in Paris Auto Aerian Race
The Aero Club staged a novel auto aerian contest with seven balloons. One hare balloon led, six hounds pursued across Paris then 10 cars chased the balloons to the landing sites. The Esterel was captured near the Count de la Vaulx’s descent, but most others landed in unreachable spots.
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The
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Count de la Vaulx
Monsieur Barbette
D’usseaux
Czar Leads War Tour Amid Enthusiasm Across Russia
The Czar travels through the Volga region with the Fifth and Sixth Army Corps bound for the front. Grand Duke Michael War Minister Sakharoff and the imperial party plan a wide itinerary, with inspections in St Petersburg and Novgorod. Russian reports claim strong patriotic excitement as the nation readies to fight for the Czar. County Tolstoi notes papers claim receptions hypnotize crowds at the marches.
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Volga
Michael
Sakharoff
St. Petersburg
Novgorod
Count Tolstoi
Russia
War fatigue and rumors of suicides amid conscription
Reports from multiple locations describe reservists and a woman driven to self harm amid wartime strain. Three reservists hanged themselves in one place, two in another, and a third case involved a woman whose husband was taken for conscription, leaving children at the committee room. A separate suicide occurred in the military commander’s ward. The text contends that the harsh realities of war dispel imagined fantasies.
Strong Man Judge Parker Supports Gold Standard Stand
The telegram from Judge Parker frames him as a man of principle before the voters. He declares the gold standard firmly established and vows action if ratified by the people. The piece contrasts Parker with Theodore Roosevelt and notes a political versus statesman distinction.
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St. Louts
Theodore Roosevelt
Mark Hanna
Walla Walla
Ohio
Circus Convention at St. Louis Sparks Debate on Noise
The St. Louis convention draws sharp criticism for its noisy demonstrations and prolonged sessions. While some fault the event as a circus or pandemonium, proponents argue relaxation is needed after tedious deliberations and that business continues despite the uproar.
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St. Louis
Chicago
Senator McCarren Cards In Great Demand
In St Louis on July 10 a printer turned a private political favor for Senator McCarren into cash. The senator’s e cards allowed entry past doorkeepers but after depleting the supply, the printer rushed more, selling hundreds outside the convention hall for a dollar each, netting a sizable sum as about 300 cards appeared at doors.
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ST. Louis
McCarran
Martin
Walsh
National Committee
McCarren
Pere Marquette Falls Under Boston Control in Rail Merger
The Cincinnati Hamilton and Dayton merger with Pere Marquette and Chicago Cincinnati and Louisville creates a 4000 mile system. Pere Marquette passes from Boston control with Frederick H H Prince as president. Boston figures include Nathaniel Thayer George H Norman and Charles Merriam as directors. George H Norman chairs the board and Merriam serves as secretary and treasurer. Storey Thorndike Palmer Thayer of Boston handle general solicitors. The Pere Marquette has been greatly developed in four years.
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Pere Marquette
Cincinnati & Louisville
Boston
Frederick HH. Prince
Nathaniel Thayer
George H. Norman
Charles Merriam
Boston Law Fiirm
Storey, Thorndike, Palmer & Thayer
Washington denies Hobson claim on integrated schools
Booker T. Washington yesterday denied Captain Richmond P. Hobson's reading of his recent remarks at the National Educational Association in St Louis. He said Hobson misread or was misinformed and that he never suggested colored and white people should attend the same schools or churches in the South.
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Richmond P. Hobson
National Educational Association
St. Louis
South
Mr. Washington
Captain Hobson
Port Arthur Rain Report Sparks Weather Note
Port Arthur rain update arrives in the latest news cable noting wet conditions. The bulletin records rainfall in the city, signaling potential travel impacts and weather alerts for residents and nearby areas.
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Port Arthur
Nervy Nick dupes traveler and shoe laces stir Boston readers
A hotel theft ruse ends with Sir Richard exposed as Bunco by Nervy Nick in a hotel office scene. The dialogue reveals a bluff chief of police and a warning about being fooled. The column shifts to a satirical note urging Boston women to tie shoe laces and keep streets tidy as a civic crusade.
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Nick
Richard
Boston
Coronation cost for King Edward VII sets record
London reports the coronation expense at 1,795,000 pounds, eclipsing George IV by 605,000 and dwarfing William IV and Queen Adelaide’s 250,000. The unseen portion included 73 colored drawings finished like enamels on velvet and white satin, each portrait costing 300.
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London
Edward VII
George IV
England
William IV
Adelaide
Edward
Babe Named After Parker In Indy Card To Baby
In Indianapolis July 10 a mother named Ella Drinnin gave birth at City Hospital exactly as the nomination for the St. Louis presidential nominee was made. The child was christened James Parker Drinnin in honor of the New York jurist after a physician suggested the connection.
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Indianapolis
Ind
St. Louis
City Hospital
Ella Drinnin
Emerald Isle
New York
James Parker Drinnin
Prostration in City Dime Novel Scene
Prostration portrays a bootblack dialogue as two cops receive a shine, one asking Jimmy about his worn look and the other confirming the messy state with slang. The exchange captures street vernacular and a moment of urban encounter.
Hamilton Burr duel remembered on 100th anniversary
A historical note recalls the 1804 duel on the Hudson shore at Weehawken where Alexander Hamilton died after facing Aaron Burr. The piece highlights Hamilton’s rise, his controversial era, and a Highwood Park bust honoring the famed confrontation and its enduring national significance.
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Aaron Burr
Weehawken
Alexander Hamilton
Hudson
Hamilton
Gouverneur Morris
Daniel's Joke on Tillman in a July St Louis chat
In St Louis on July 10 Senator Daniel of Virginia quips about O'Brien facing Fitzsimmons in Philadelphia. Senator Tillman interrupts with a retort about the plan. Tillman recalls Noah and Shem in a joke, remarking its venerable age deserves respect.
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O'Brien
Fitzsimmons
Philadelphia
Senator Daniel
Virginia
Tillman
Mr. Tillman
Fitz
Noah
Shem In
Elevator scares Iowa couple at Planters Hotel
A elderly Iowa couple riding the Planters Hotel elevator in St. Louis feared losing their teeth as the new operator’s jerky stops caused discomfort. The wife, worried she might drop her teeth, pocketed them and chose to walk the last three floors after the elevator halted.
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ST. Louis
Iowa
Planters
Silas
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