Fragmented Modern Gossip From A Wide Range Of Topics
A collage of mis-spelled and faded anecdotes spans politics, science, agriculture, and travel. It notes John Smith’s governor nomination in Maryland, Dewey and Depew quips, Alaska wealth, Cuba census plans, and the spread of an American flag era with new registry and merchant marine growth.
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Bureau of Navigation
Aretrom Manila
Doings of a Week Review of Global Happenings
A sweeping weekly digest reports U S military moves in Cuba and the Philippines, policy shifts, and diplomatic notes. It cites General Miles praising the army and the new secretary of war, with dates for conventions in Massachusetts and political changes in New York and Ohio. The item lists disasters, accidents, and public notices from across the United States, including rail and factory incidents, storms, and local political developments.
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Welson AL Miles
Geo. Otis
Mississippi convention echoes old party lines and leadership
The Mississippi Democratic convention popularized the long debate on governors and governance. James F. Vernet presided, with debates over platform, endorsements, and gubernatorial choice. The body endorsed Governor Longin’s Democratic platform, praised party principles, and set the stage for future state leadership contests amid sharp remarks from critics.
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West
Form
Bridget Hall
Dubuque
Oclwelh
Corne Authews
Des Moines
At Western
Mareshall
Appleton
Wis
Ohio
Union Reform Party
Seth T. Ellis
Warren County
W. H. Cate
Jonesvera
Atky
Toledo
Cuevitas
Peay San Tago
Tra Cooper
Harrison Tamilton
Anna Teeple
Most
James Teeple
Charleston
Tnd
Sherman
California
Manila
San Francisco
Victor
Cal
Avoca
Stockton
Alfred Molina
Peck
Fla
Robert Forth
Washington
Union Veterans’ Union
Union Battlemen
Iowa Mutual Fire Association
Horseshoe Head
Idaho
IH. J. Reiling
Chicago
Jackson
H. L. Longino
Washington County
Annie Gravenstock
Chien
Charlotte
N. C
Julius Alexander
Mila| Mo
Ralind
Ataie
Hoort Miller
Down
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Institution For
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Heriot
D B. Ilutton
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James F. Vernet
Attala
L. Pink Smith
Messrsh
Marly
P. K Maher
G Myers
Miller
A.C. McNair
VY Senter
Smith
de M. Southworth
Wynn
IM. Street
Phens
Henry Yerger
Harrison County
Hh Lo Muldrow
W.V. Sullivan
JW. Cotter
AG Fant
Lake
Munsee Webh Walker
A. O. Walter
T. Roane
Wiley Sanders
de Ly Ramsey
Pan
Maj
Mes K. Vardamin
Robert Well
Dodge
Kavh
Vale Muldrow
Misissipli
Indore
Mt Cineage
William de Besan
Nebraska
Mississippi
Tenner
Miu
Busines League
S. B. Coleman
LeRoy Perey
McLaurin
Perey
Col. Muldrow
Democratic Party
Missisippi
The Mexican Penitentes Rites Shocking in New Mexico
A reporter details a brutal outdoor ceremony by the Penitentes in a New Mexican town. Hooded votaries endure self-inflicted scourging, thorn pricks, and heavy cross bearing as onlookers document rituals and rites of penance.
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Mogren Hotter
Tink Plice
France
Furay
Ford
Wittman
Eaten
New Meson
Santa Be
Sin Rated
Mate
Fear Grant
Cobol
Beta
Southawest
Securites
Enn
Landreddy
Mayer
Quilche
Tafoya
New Mexico
Colorado
St. Francis
Silleyist
Phey
Confradia de Muvethe Marlee
Tagellantes
Murada
Penitentes
Enoch
Yuova
Cartus
Ubijistenis
Alan Oriiers
Christ
Heaven
Earth
Hersmano
Siuk
Wealthy Philanthropist’s Plan for Public Libraries
In a Washington Star clipping a philanthropist proclaims he will become rich to fund libraries and colleges. He envisions bequests that finance marble rotundas and grand corridors where people can reflect on civilization and philosophy once wealth is achieved.
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Tim
Ijneva
Don Eg
Setzgerster
Washington Star
Rale
Chicago Evening News
Final Moments and Band Clash Reach a Quiet Deathbed Scene
An old man lies dying as a faithful cow comforts him and his wife Jennie. A brass band outside sparks a violent outburst. the dying man, enraged, hurls a bootjack at the bandleader, then collapses, the scene ending with turmoil and grief.
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Rennun
Jennie
Pam
John
Too Zealots and Morning Shifts in a Old City Workroom
A fragment from a newspaper page depicts a manager disputing duties with a senior partner over Whippleton and punctuality. The exchange notes morning arrival traditions, the boss’s demand, and questions about lateness while referencing various old-time papers and satirical quips about diet and work habits.
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Seiah
Diyaumeny
Whippoeien
Momtlie
Jess
Koelpore
Plaey
Whippleton
Whippletoy
Chicago Times
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Charles Topper
Yukon
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John Smith
Maryland
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Calhoun
Jotn Adams
George Clinton
Daniel D. Tompkins
John C. Calhoun
Elihu Root
New York
John Armstrong
Madison
Peter Bo Porter
John Quincy Adar
Benjamin F. Butler
John €. Spencer
Glor
William L. Marey
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Johnson
Daniel 5. Lamont
Cleveland
Caney, Ky
Caudie Tras
Europe
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Alaskan Boundary Commission
Alaska
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Mass
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United States
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Creation
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Secretary of War
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New York State
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Conn
Universal Meats Union
New Milford
Carl Trenkhaus
Sheppton
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Havery Dunes
Genesee
Toronto
Rochester
N.Y
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James Harnett
Tenth Regiment
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Pearl Masonic Lodge
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Prentiss
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Copiah
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Minds
Samueld, Ghotson
George al. Gordon
Wilkinson
Carroll
A. McNutt
Jota A. Quitman
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Winchester
Mississippian
Martin Vanluren
Richard M. Johnson
W. Rutilius R. Prey
Hane
Thos. Hinds
Pearl River
Mobile & Jackson Railroad
Natehea & Jackson Railroad
Orwr
Alice Maria
A. Trwin, Jr
Camanche
Amsterdam
Bridgeport
Holly Springs
Pigeon Roost
Coldwater
Chewalla
Memphis
Mitchell
Pontotoc
Tennessee Line
Tennessee
Natchez
Commonwealth
Pascagoula
Leflore Hardwood Company
Clarksdale
Coahoma County
Capital
John K. Stack
King
R. B. Stack
Greenville Cotton Oil Company
J. D. Smythe
Frank Wolffenden
W. R. Randolph
F. D. Smythe
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