Local notes on business, health, and naval history
The Fayette Item reports Dr. R. W. Sipe losing a valuable horse to apoplexy and George Looney undergoing cancer surgery with positive outlook. It discusses new pavement benefits, street etiquette, and cleaning up streets. The column then analyzes the destruction of Cervera’s fleet, naval strategy, and quotes from Lord Bryce on American destiny and territorial ambitions.
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R. W. Sipe
Fayette
Jacksonian
Social News From Charlottesville and Surrounding Towns
Charlottesville and Greenfield residents visited relatives across the region with many plural family gatherings. The Epworth League rally and church entertainment drew local praise while the funeral of Margaret Shultz drew attendees from multiple nearby towns.
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Dora Earles
Indianapolis
Epworth League
Christian Church
Ritchie
Tipton County
Margaret Shultz
Spiceland
Muncie
Richmond
Greenfield
Raysville
Sterling
East
Westland
Western Grove
Carthage
Earl Naftazer
Willian Leamons
Glenna Gilbert
Kizzie Cox
Naval officers oppose separate compensation for inventions
The text criticizes naval officers who push for extra pay from the appropriation bill for their inventions used by the government. It argues patriots would help victory without seeking compensation, noting government support provided education, positions, pensions, and widows’ benefits. It also recalls a Revolutionary War anecdote and references Chauncey Depew and Beecher in a broader political critique.
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Congress
United States
Henry George Monument Dedication Honors Public Spirit
The dedication of a Henry George Monument funded by public subscription honors a man whose life focused on the welfare of humankind. Rev. Dr. Edward McGlynn led the principal address praising his work and writings Progress and Poverty and Political Economy. Critics note his remark about persecution was an overstatement given the broad respect he earned.
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Henry George
Greenwood Cemetery
New York
Edward McGlynn
Europe
America
Poisonous foods blamed for deaths in hot weather
Health officials warn that spoiled meat shellfish and game kept in warm storage can produce ptomaines that poison flesh. Oysters and shellfish are particularly dangerous when not fresh, and bad odors are often masked by dealers. The public urged to avoid tainted products and ensure proper inspections to prevent fatalities.
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George Shrady
New York
Poland
Valor and losses in a day of battle at Santiago
The report praises both volunteers and regulars who fought stubbornly against a strong entrenched foe in Santiago. It notes heavy losses among officers and enlisted men alike aboard a campaign with critics in Europe praising gallantry while questioning siege train and fleet coordination. The piece adds a timeless reflection on military strategy and Napoleon.
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Santiago
New York
Napoleon
Resignation and Poverty Avoidable Says Public Voice
The author denounces passive acceptance of poverty while charity feeds the many. Citing low cotton prices and cheap corn, the piece argues people must actively seek food and clothing rather than endure inert, resigned hunger, insisting plenty exists for all and no virtue in accepting deprivation.
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America
Admiral Dewey Nominated for Presidency Rumor
A political crank nominates Admiral Dewey for the presidency. The piece jokes that the gallant officer would laugh at the idea and notes it would be odd if such a promotion occurred, like a president shot from a ship’s gun into the White House.
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Admiral Dewey
Sea Dog
White House
Peers Shield Debtor From Imprisonment Juror
An English creditor recently sought an order for imprisonment of a recalcitrant judgment debtor. The magistrate refused, noting the party had been raised to the peerage since the judgment was issued, granting him immunity from imprisonment.
Parsimonious Congress Refuses War Department Demands
The article criticizes Congress for ignoring repeated War Department requests for smokeless powder and argues that local lawmakers should learn this lesson from costly experience at land and sea.
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Congress
War Department
Pitter
Admiral Dewey Receives Waster of Military Science Degree
Admiral Dewey is honored by Norwich University with the degree of wast er of military science. The grant is described as distinctive yet more practical than the LL D awarded by other institutions.
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Admiral Dewey
Norwich University
War Relief and Jewish Exodus Reflections in Public Voice
The article urges rapid, organized aid to soldiers families amid ongoing conflict and notes the role of women in providing relief. It then discusses anti Semitism abroad and describes the growth of Hebrew colonization in Palestine, with 500000 Jews migrating from Eastern Europe to revive ancestral lands.
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Wometh
United States
England
France
Germany
Palestine
Europe
Pity at Home Hinders Cuban War Efforts
The writer laments that West Virginia and eastern Kentucky family feuds keep capable ex soldiers from joining frontline Cuban operations. He argues retired officers should be recalled, noting their vigor and experience. He questions if politics and red tape block reopening active service.
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West Virginia
Kentucky
Cuba
Phrase Confuses Sayings With Farewell Advice
A reader notes that a cold parting may hide a friendly message. When a woman says she will never see you again yet offers cordial welcomes in the future, the prudent course is to keep traveling and pursue opportunities.
Delicate shifts in war era politics
The passage notes that during war history leans on uncertain choices. It argues radicalism in politics stems from desperate attempts to seize truth, as unknown factors threaten established order.
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Winship & Payne
Winship
Shville
Payne
Main Street
George Looney
Union Township
W.H. Smith
W. C. Smith
Chas Sexton
Mr Looney
Cervera
Cape Verde Islands
Sampson
Shafter
Pio
Schley
Montijo
Miami
China
Commodore_ c
Lieuté Wright
Cer
Mr. Bryce
London
Charlottesville
William Davis
Rosa
Melvyn Forts
Blue River
Charles Rock
Robert Mason
William Porter
Harry Stinger
George Rafferty
Will Rafferty
Rex
Rachel Hill
Debbie Parker
Knightstown
Otto
Anna Bennett
Delia Bennett
Florence Shepp
Jesse Stinger
Charles Stinger
Frank Stinger
Julia Carroll
Laure Caroll
Chauncey Depew
Henry Ward Beecher
Queensware
Stinger & Stone
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