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Demagogic critique of Democratic misrule under Cleveland era
The St Louis Globe Democrat argues that Democratic rule from 1893 to 1897 caused a severe industrial collapse. It cites debt increases, widespread business failures, mass layoffs, wage declines, and bank losses, blaming the 1892 electoral shift for a historic downturn and warning future voters away from such change.
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Bryan's letter argues Philippines rights mirror Cubans
The Knoxville Sentinel prints William Jennings Bryan asserting that Filipino and Cuban rights are identical and that recognizing Cuban rights by Congress did not create those rights. He contends Filipinos rebel against the United States, not Spain, and warns such rebellion imposes no obligation on the U.S. to back them.
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Bryan on Filipino rights sparks debate in press
The Inter Ocean argues that Mr. Bryan's praise of Lincoln ignores facts about Filipino rebels. It claims Bryan equates Filipino demands with Southern rights and portrays Filipinos as barbarous rebels with limited rights granted by the United States.
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Mr. Bryan
Tennessee
United States
Inter Ocean
Origins of the Boxers Name and Far East Tensions
A London Times correspondent offers a new theory on the Boxer movement naming. He cites Iho-ch'uan meaning League of United Patriots, linking the uprising to anti foreign sentiment spurred by Germany, Russia and Britain land seizures. The Great Knife sect adds to the unrest.
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London Times
League of United Patriots
Mgr. Anzer
South Shantung
Kiao-chau
Germany
Port Arthur
Russia
Wei-hai-wei
Great Britain
Yuhien
Shantung
Yuhsien
the Times
Savings Deposits Grow in France Under Government System
The 1898 balance sheets show 9 964 678 depositors on January 1 1899 about 251 per thousand population with an average 429 francs per account. Twenty francs or less account for 32 percent and under 100 francs for 17 percent, highlighting small savings success. Depositors are mainly from the working classes including day laborers artisans domestics clerks and others with 9.81 percent of female depositors being domestic servants.
Press Critique of Puerto Rico Policy Sparks Lincoln Era Echoes
The New York Journal argues the 1898 acquisitions mark a shift to imperialism, contrasting Republican and Democratic expansion. It claims Republicans delay full citizenship for Puerto Ricans and Filipinos, aiming to nurture growth while avoiding immediate liberty guarantees.
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Puerto Rico
Jefferson
Polk
Arizona
Republican Party
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McKinley
Rocky Ford nutmeg melon lore and pollination note
The passage describes the Rocky Ford cantaloupe from Colorado, famed for its exquisite flavor. It explains that the melon must be grown away from gourds and squash to avoid cross pollination that dulls flavor, noting how pollen transfer can degrade quality.
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Admiral Schley Refuses Any Political Nomination
Admiral Schley declares he knows nothing of politics, has no desire for public office, and will not seek or accept any nomination. He states he would not serve if elected and prefers retirement from public life, asking friends to emphasize this stand if time requires.
Montreal street railway fined for delays and lack of cars
In Montreal the street railway company faces repeated fines by the Recorder for breakdowns delays and irregular service. The paper notes the belief that every paying rider deserves a seat and criticizes the company for not providing enough extra cars to handle travel.
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Recorder
Chinese Minister in Washington Sees Limited Storm
The Chinese Minister in Washington remains equable about the China troubles. He argues the storm will likely amount to little, noting he is remote from the crisis and lacks inside information. The conflicts have escaped Chinese control and intervention by the powers is now the remaining option.
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Washington
China
Burnet Woods Concerts to Continue Through Season
Funds for the Burnet Woods band concerts will be restored by July 1 ensuring the season proceeds as planned. The fear of insufficient money has been dispelled and the original concert schedule remains in effect for the woods performances.
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Burnet Woods
the Woods
McKinley Faces Spanish American War Duties in the Orient
The president bears great responsibilities in the war and is equal to the task in the Orient. A nearby station near China helps send troops and ships to protect American citizens and interests abroad.
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McKinley
Orient
China
Roosevelt Stays Governor of New York
Governor Roosevelt will not resign the New York governorship and has work to complete before next January. Doing a few right things at the right times may greatly improve his chances.
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Roosevelt
New York
Count Muravieff Led Foreign Policy With Skill
The text says Count Muravieff, Russia's late Minister of Foreign Affairs, was a notable dandy yet a statesman of extraordinary ability, indeed a great man.
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Count Muravieff
Russia
Builder not sailor as Oregon’s captain chosen
Opinion notes the man who created the Oregon was not desired to steer the state. He is described as a builder by trade rather than a seasoned navigator of public affairs.
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Oregon
Ship of State
Kissing Bug Returns. Girls Not Frightened
The article notes the kissing bug reappeared and mentions girls remain unafraid, showing calm despite the insect's return.
Wheat Price Symbol Likely To figure in Coming Campaign
The dollar sign for wheat is expected to play a role in the upcoming campaign as market forces and staple price concerns shape political debate and policy positions.
Lengthening nights and strengthening heat described
The article notes nights growing longer as the heat intensifies, signaling a transition in the seasonal pattern. It emphasizes the emerging warmth and changed daily conditions affecting daily life.
They Run For It and People Stand For It
A vivid exchange contrasts stances on public service with one man praising citizen resolve. An American affirms that candidacy embodies commitment while a British speaker critiques political ambition. The dialogue frames civic duty as a shared national ideal.
Ethel in Paris Writes Home for Cash in French
In quaint verse from the Chicago Record, a daughter in Paris sends letters home in nerve shaving French seeking funds. She hopes to win support with a bilingual plea while months pass and cash is needed.
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Ethel
Paris
Editor’s Daughter Courtship Via Mail Noted
A Philadelphia Press snippet describes a suitor wooing by mail the daughter of a famed editor. The editor replies politely that he cannot accept the proposal, returning the note with thanks.
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Moneybanks
Ordinary Names Spark Dutch Family Banter
Mrs Abner Hill laments their own plain surname while imagining the grand De Peyster Van Schuylerdams. Mr Abner Hill counters with a playful suggestion that their family could adopt the Van Kopjes as a distinguished name.
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Butts Supplied in Back Lot Goats Tale
A whimsical Chicago vignette features a narrator and a talking goat trading quips about cigarette butts in a back-lot scene. The exchange hints at urban oddities and playful dialogue in a street setting.
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The Flancee Poor Fellow Confesses to Love Affairs
In Brooklyn Life a tale centers on a man who admits he was not unique in his affections. The Confidante remarks that this changes nothing, while The Flancee acknowledges the revelation and its impact on his fear of scarcity in love.
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Flancee
The Loudest Talker Wins Fame in the Mob’s Eye
A verse notes that intellect falters to persuade crowds. It argues real prominence comes not from eloquent speech but from loudness, leaving the acclaimed speaker as a louder shouter than the best debater.
Drawing It Fine in Chicago Times-Herald Gossip
In a lighthearted column, readers joke about Rocksleigh’s stubborn widower status as he hopes to find a new match with his late wife’s initials, planning to reuse her stationery and avoid waste. The snippet captures social chatter and the magazine’s breezy tone.
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Rocksleigh
Prizes On Exhibition In Local Popularity Contest
Three prizes in the Commercial Tribune Popularity Contest are on display. A bedroom suite at George Henshaw & Sons Elm street near the Canal. a gold watch in Clemens Oskamp Vine street near the Arcade. a china set in Schultze & Co Fourth street near Main. Balloting has begun with promises of a big turnout among police, street railway, postoffice, and steam railway workers.
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Notable Guests and Meetings at Hotels Across town
Lawyers Walter B. Richie and J. R. Bennett are guests at the St. Nicholas and two society couples stay at the same hotel. Visitors include J F Ramp of Paris Ky and Harry L. White of Birmingham Ala. Foundry representatives met privately at the Grand. The Baptist Youth league arranged a July convention here.
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Men of Affairs notes and Chamber ballots amid busy Change
E W Mente, once of the city now in St Louis, visits Change en route from a European trip and comments on Cincinnati exhibits abroad versus Chicago. New Chamber members are Charles Sawtelle and Charles Karlen. Also reported are visitors, streetcar strike commentary from St Louis, and schedules for W Wright hosting Tillinghast and Evans, plus writers Lloyd and Goss tied to local literary life.
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Chicago
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Washington Park Fest Company
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H. Lée Early
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M. L. Lamerre
New York City
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Hillsboro
J. C. Richardson
W. Scott
Bradford
H. M. Rubel
W. E O'Kane
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E. A. Demary
Washington,d. C
O. P. Tucker
Henry Wolfer
Minn
T. L. Bell
D. J. Colton
Louisville
J. W. Britton
H. 3
J. Gano Wright
Equitable Fire Insurance Company
Providence
R. I
Tilinghast
A. N. Evans
Wright
Business Men’s Club
Out of the mouths of babes in Chicago news
A column of humorous child remarks and misunderstandings from Chicago readers. Babes misinterpret eye cures, soldiers marching thoughts, and grandchildren spying eggs while grandma and adults react with gentle amusement.
Dawn Sighting Remains Hidden in Morning Rhyme
A fragment from the Chicago Times-Herald muses on the sunrise over the Lord's demesne. The speaker notes Dawn rising from a bed of crimson-green and greeting the world while confessing he misses the moment in time.
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Social calendar notes charm and many delegates
Mrs W K Benton hosts a charming Whist party at the Cliff's Club followed by a Tancheon. Miss Mary Richardson held an informal Covington gathering for twenty plus friends. Tri Delta dance at the Avondale Club precedes the Deltas triennial convention at the Grand with Zeta Chapter hosting delegates from many cities. Edith Rowe visits Buena Vista. Phil Hinkle attends Yale class meeting. Noonan ill in Covington. Nat Stephenson to spend July in Europe. wedding of Jennie Hennessy and Perii W Scarborough held at the Hennessy home with plans to reside in Bond Hill.
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Nellie Fairweather
Levina Perin
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Nina Rawson
Julia E. Closterman
Albert Ault
Mildred French
Florence French
Adele Bentley
Agnes Clye
John Goddard
Julia M. Bentley
Ruth W. Butterworth
Flora Pyle
Bess Chollar
Lou Nieman
Lil Stevens
Mabel Winterbottom
Cheeseman
Emma Kinsey
Ethel Kleinschmidt
Lucy Lambdin
Florence Lawler
Margaret Layman
Carrie Marpe
Grace Marshall
Emily Poole
Caroline Powell
Dunning
Katherine Ratterman
Estelle Riley
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Eleanor Johnson
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Cornelia Johnston
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Indianola
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Minneapolis
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Syracuse
N. Y
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Edith Rowe
Miss Fan Morrison
Buena Vista
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Perii W. Scarborough
Hennessy
East Third Street
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Summit Avenue
Bond Hill
Wolcott the High Roller
Senator Edward Oliver Wolcott of Colorado delivers a 7000 word convention speech prepared by administration leaders and praised by Senator Depew. The piece notes Wolcott's memory skill, status as a political figure, and his reputation as a high roller who bets up to 50000 dollars a night at venues like the Pennsylvania Club, with a brother rumored to have given him over 1 million dollars.
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Eddie
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Why They Lost Their Chances
A short essay from President James Rea argues wrong details in applications cost job chances. It cites missing street numbers, not wearing a hat, and dirty linens as errors. It urges self presentation and training at reputable business schools to secure employment.
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New York Commercial Teachers’Association
Globe Lights. A fragment from Atchison Globe
A fragmented local item quotes a proverb filled fragment about letters, sea journeys, domestic harmony, and a picnic invitation, reflecting newspaper whimsy and readers’ readerly curiosities.
Drawing the Line
Fenatius Donneily argues the government exists to supply money to the Pie party and supporters. He claims this is how the government operates when pressured by Populist followers.
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Fenatius Donneily
Braised Liver With Vegetables and Brains
Steep brains in water for hours, change water, remove skin. Boil with carrots onion thyme bay pepper salt then simmer 20 minutes. Drain brains and serve with matelette ragout or sauce or with browned butter sauce.
Meaningless Titles in a London Newspaper
A London paper laments titled honors as hollow. It notes many citizens reject titles while venerating plain Mr for distinguished figures like Morley, Watts, Swinburne, Swinburne, Meredith, Bryce, and others. The piece contrasts honorable men with those who seek titles.
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George F. Watts
Alexander Swinburne
George Meredith
Leonard Courtney
James Bryce
Herbert Spencer
Mr. Gladstone
Ruskin
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Huxley
Stuart Mill
Morris
Carlyle
Dickens
An Old Coroner in Kansas Confesses a Long Life
Dr. Boyakin, coroner of Marshall County Kansas, aged 93, offers a brief biography in reply to a legal paper. He says he was born rural and barefoot, spent 31 years in the country, 31 in the city, and 31 more back in the country plus three days.
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