Columbia Dominates in Calms as Cup Stays Safe
The Boston Post reports that yesterday's race off Sandy Hook drew about 20,000 spectators but failed to favor the Shamrock II. The Columbia led early and maintained position, finishing seven miles from the finish while the challenger lagged. The piece notes Columbia's strong performance in light and heavy air and suggests the cup remains secure for the defender regardless of conditions.
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Sandy Hook
Columbia
Slaughter of the Innocents in South Africa Camps
Official August report shows 137619 people confined in concentration camps in South Africa. 2345 died in August, 1878 of them infants. Critics denounce the policy as barbaric and incompatible with civilization, comparing it to Weyler’s Cuba reconcentrados and Britain’s record.
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South Africa
Weyler
Cuba
United States
Spain
Kitchener
End of McKinley Assassin Sentence Marked by Secrecy
The death sentence for the McKinley assassin will be carried out in New York during the week of October 28 in secrecy with only witnesses present. The public is urged to seek clarity on whether the act arose from the criminal’s diseased mind or from a conspiracy. Community protection and anti anarchist measures are urged through legislatures and Congress.
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McKinley
New York
Congress
Lyman
Europe
Boston
Wages Debate Rises in Fall River Mills
In Fall River mills the operatives demand a 6 percent wage rise just after a 14 percent proposed cut was rejected. The Iron Works and Bourne Mills already raised wages 5 percent, signaling support for higher pay while public opinion questions the back and forth.
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Fall River
Iron Works
Bourne Mills
Wage Increases Amid Textile Labor Movement
The passage notes workers earning near starvation wages while mill managers appear eccentric. Matthew C. D. Borden is praised for steady leadership as his mills raise wages, and Bourne Corporation with its profit sharing also increases pay. A general rise may follow, pleasing many.
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Matthew C. D. Borden
Bourne Corporation
Roosevelt to Follow McKinley Policy But With Changes
The piece argues Roosevelt will continue McKinley’s policy while adapting to new conditions. It notes his conservatism steadied the nation, but predicts he will assume responsibility and shape a distinctive Roosevelt administration based on his own judgment.
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Roosevelt
McKinley
Maley
Theodore Roosevelt
Buffalo
Minneapolis
Suburban Morning Calm Sparks Curious Vignettes
The Observer notes a cool invigorating atmosphere and a rejuvenated horse near a train, while Boston figures travel home on the ocean. Lyman and daughter sail for Boston. a Chelsea bike fine prompts tales of clever evasion. property moves in Greenwich as Indian Harbor becomes an island. A bravery report credits Willett and Welch. Professor Wellman rises in prominence. international yacht race fervor returns to Newspaper Row drawing crowds and police.
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Washington and
Castle Streets
G. W. Burkhart
Charles C. Willett
Ladder 12
G. H. Welch
Dover Street
County fair opens with livestock shows and racing thrills
A lively notice describes the county fair starting today with cattle, sheep, hogs, poultry and horses on display. It notes short horn cattle Aldernee Cadburn pigs and a bustling racetrack as key attractions for families and visitors.
Traveling 13000 Miles to Write a Novel
Journalist Julius Chambers travels across Spain Morocco Algiers Italy the Holy Land and Egypt for material for his new book The Destiny of Doria He uses a unique narrative scheme and personal journeys to shape his hero and heroine Publishers Continental Publishing New York have illustrated the volume with nearly 200 half toness and have delayed release to satisfy advance orders of 16000 copies.
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Julius Chambers
Doria
Spain
Morocco
Algiers
Italy
Holy Land
Egypt
Néw
Home Style Pot Pie Recipe From Alice E. Whitaker
The excerpt details a meat pie method with sliced beef, rendered fat, browning steps, slow simmering in liquid, and a crust made with flour baking powder and lard. It guides forming a top crust with decorative trimmed paste edges and baking until crisp and lightly browned, attributed to Alice E. Whitaker.
Morning in the New Farm Home
Katherine Murdock begins life as a farmer’s wife on her husband John Murdock’s farm after a quiet city marriage. She adjusts to chores and rural scenes while recalling her former life, and their bond deepens as he entrusts her with his mother’s flowers and a shared resolve for their future.
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Dudley
Park Street
Boylston Street
Dover Street
Katherine Murdock
John Murdock
Katherine
Shan
Amimpene
U.S. Ambassador White to Sail From Southampton
London sept 26 Andrew D White United States ambassador to Germany will sail on the steamer Auguste Victoria from Southampton for New York.
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London
Andrew D. White
United States
Germany
Auguste Victoria
Gail Petercor
Southampton
New Or
Jordan Marsh Co well dressed men appeal
Well-dressed men increasingly patronize Jordan Marsh Co as they shift from dry goods to mens clothing and furnishings. The store touts rich durable clothes and top furnishings and invites continued trade.
Hosiery and Underwear Sale Items Listed
The advertisement promotes men’s hosiery and undergarments with discounts. It lists cashmere hose in multiple colors at 19¢ per pair, striped and patterned fancy hose, Jaeger fleece-lined shirts and drawers with elastic gusset, and double-breasted natural wool and camel hair shirts with matching drawers, all at reduced prices from 25c to 75c.
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Oxford
Men’s Union Suits Stock For Sale At Bargain Prices
Mfrs stock lists men’s union suits in various grades. Prices noted include 1.25 to 4.00 ranges with combed Egyptian ribbed options and durable comfortable fits. Sale promotes elasticity and high grade finish for fall wear.
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Mien
Erree
Football gear sale opens season with padded canvas pants
Advertisement promotes football apparel for boys and men including extra heavy padded canvas pants, navy duck pants, moleskin pants, sleeveless canvas jackets, and heavy weight jerseys. Items are offered at season-opening prices with emphasis on padding, workmanship, and durability.
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U. S. Navy
PTICO
Iota Savage RT
Academ
Navy Duck Ae
First Invoice Announces Fall Gloves in New Colors
We have received our first invoice for Fall Gloves in all the new colorings. They are from leading foreign and domestic manufacturers. Prices range from 1.00 to 1.50, with superior make and material. Our special leader is in the new colors and is usually sold at 1.50, our price 1.00.
Well Heeled Pilgrim Shoe Ad Promotes Footwear
An advertisement extols the Pilgrim Shoe for its serviceable neat footwear. It claims good footwear eases daily life and uses Achilles as a humorous example. The copy invites customers to be well heeled with Pilgrim shoes and mentions price.
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Achilles
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Eugene Tompkins
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Boston University Law School
Houghton
And
Dutton
Brookton
Watiae
Aristo Oo
Aristo
Dome Transfer
Jockine
Ent
L.” Eeeses
George
Revere Bech
Batkera
Nsw
Alice E. Whitaker
Post
Yeasep Lawres
Madeline Bell
Eutaw Street
East
Ambassador White
Burdett
Burdett College
Jordan Marsh CO
Mfr
Eos
Pilgrim Street
Corbin
Edythe
Patten
Washington
Ashinggton
Marriarises
H.C. ‘Corbin
Edythe Atten
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