Riots in New Orleans recall past uprisings and racial tensions
The article recounts postwar New Orleans riots tied to race and politics from 1866 to 1891. It cites the 1866 convention clash, the 1872 outbreaks, the 1890 Italian-linked violence, and the 1891 lynchings, noting federal intervention and shifts in U.S. relations with Italy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
South
R. H. Howell
Supreme Court
Mechanics’ Institute
Drydes Street
Cana Street
Burgundy
United States Army
Iincs
Pinchbeck
Kellogg
McEnery
United States
Italy
Secillans
Washington
David C. Hennessy
Hennessy
Esposito
Chinese and Japanese Merchants Compared
The passage contrasts Japanese merchants with Chinese traders. It notes Japan's proximity to China gives potential trade advantage, but inexperience and dishonesty hurt Japanese credit abroad, pushing their commerce to European and American houses in Japan. By contrast, Chinese merchants are renowned for honesty and contract adherence, a trait linked to their high social status in China despite a corrupt government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
China
America
East
Cat Bite Kills Woman In Passaic New Jersey
A Passaic resident died after a catera bite worsened as she tried to fend off the animal at her home. A physician declared the bite serious as swelling spread to her arms and legs. An unrelated boxing-style accident at Locust Gap colliery left John Sieif nearly dragged by shaft after his trousers were caught, but he freed himself and survived.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boward Dundasey
Passaic
N. J
Dundassworee
John Sieif
Locust Gap
Shamokin
Stell
Wanderers' Union convention at Britt attracts nationwide interest
The Britt Illinois convention gathers a large touring group with a special boxcar from Chicago to accommodate visitors. Danville Illinois-born leaders preside, honoring Senator Way and Colonels Potter and Bradford. The piece notes playful origins of a tramps union and warns readers about Cascar ets substitutes while detailing Nebraska finances and other brief items.
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Thomas A. Way
T. A. Potter
W. E. Bradford
Britt
Illinois
Panhandle
Eucalyptus Roots Steal Water From Neighboring Orchards
A California orchard owner reports eucalyptus trees draw soil moisture from nearby orange trees through long root networks. After chopping the eucalyptus roots along the row, oranges thrived for a year before roots regrew, forcing further action to protect water supply. In other matters, a World to End claim is tied to a touting of Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a cure for digestive ailments.
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Cascarets
California
Marys Academy advertisement and Magna Mud Cure notes
An old newspaper column promotes St Marys Academy stating its 46th year opens September 4 and touts curriculum and devotion as high quality like Vassar and Bryn Mawr. The text shifts to Indiana Mineral Springs Magna Mud Cure, praising its health benefits, scenery, and accessibility under Major H L Kramer. Also includes a stray ad fragment for Allen’s Foot Ease and a local greeting.
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St. Mary’s Academy
St. Mary’s
Vassar
Bryn Mawr
Fine Arts Journal
Indiana Mieral Springs
Indiana Mineral Springs
Indiana
H. L. Kramer
It Is a Great Drawback to Have Sense
A fragment from a humorous exchange notes the idea that sensible women deter suitors. The fragment includes a joke about a girl with sense and how the men she likes are afraid of her, reflecting light social humor. An old advertisement line touts shoes and a free sample offer from Druggists and Shoe Stoves, 25c.
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Olmsted
LeRoy, N
Hall's Catarrh Cure and Other Remedies Ad
An assortment of old advertisements and notices. Promotions for Piso's Cure for Consumption, Paxgen's Hair Treatment, Russ Bleaching Blue, and Dandruff Cure. Travel ads announce Excursion Rates to Utah with specific dates and round trip pricing from Denver to Chicago and Missouri River points. Local quotes about visitors and domestic life interspersed.
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Utah
Union Pacific
Salt Lake
Ogden
17Th Street
Burlington
Denver
Chicago
Louis
Peoria
Missouri River
G. W. Vallery
Painful Periods Compromise Woman’s Vitality
A report notes severe menstruation strains a woman's vitality, describing recurring pain and distress. The text emphasizes the impact on daily life and overall well being, highlighting the need for attention to menstrual health and associated discomfort.
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Crane
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Ence
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Atreet
Paul
Kruger
Solomon
Nebraska
General Fund
Putnam
Confucius
Washington Star
Kiime
Sesatoe
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Philadelphia
Willie
Assurance
Femer
Philadelphia Press
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Colle Seabotte
Krank
Uae
Polo Bea
Rida
Smeter Oden
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Boston Transcript
Recreation and Health
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Allen
Alice
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le Roy
N.Y
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Price
Grocers
Bobby
Primley
Paxgen
Jones
Lydia E. Pinkham
University OF Notre Dame
Notre Dame
Tical
Reems
Rsv
A. Morrissey
Sisters of the Holy Chartered
Eng- Cros
Fayeical Om Chemical Ee Vee
Ash
Boston Normal School of Gymnastics
St. Mary's Academy
Todias
Stampe
Maswati
Demeer
Denver Directory
Velie
GwaBanone Tour
Tess Anod Awnina Co
Arapahoe Street
Fred Mueller
Larimer
Brown Palace Hotel
Sirreress
Eudelity Savings
ST. Denver
Woodworth-Wallace Colleges
Champa Street
Colorado
J. St. Montgomery Machinery Co
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Fxsenarony
Pia Bold & Lives
Pras
Teele Soars
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Cole
Thompson
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Anderson
Elmst
Dallas
Tex
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The
Wourld
Pension Ae
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Gunn
Sosamkoco. CO
Pattetatgnin
Drew
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J.D. Best & Sons
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