Beautiful Isle of Pines Reveals Naval Value and History
The Isle of Pines off Cuba, tied to Columbus exploration, is described as a potentially strategic naval station. Historical notes cover its discovery in 1494, convict quarries, marble mountains, sparse population, and limited transport while highlighting deep anchorages and a four-fathom channel ideal for naval use.
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Isle of Pines
United States
Secretary Root
New World
Columbus
Cuba
Carrara
Asia
Spain
Cabin Bay
Caribbean
Gibbs
Havana
Bejucal
O'Donnell
Surdas
Nueva Gerona
Santa Fe
Wavana
Ife
Colunbus
Evangelista
Arepies
Columbus Aled
Siguanca
Vivijavua Bay
Dios and
San Felipe Keys
A Unique Colony: New Zealand’s Advanced Welfare System
The Chicago Chronicle lauds New Zealand as the most advanced British colony with perfect climate, hardy population, fruitful resources, and grown self rule. It highlights women’s franchise and pensions for the elderly, noting Maori decline and cultural fit.
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New Zealand
Chicago Chronicle
Thibet Vast Realm Larger Than Europe Yet Secretive
The report claims Thibet surpasses France Germany and Spain in size with a population of 6 million. It is ruled by the Dalai Lama who nominally owes allegiance to China and heads Lamaism, the oldest strictest Buddhist sect. Nearly all Mongolia follows the Dalai Lama’s faith. An ambitious local could threaten China.
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Thibet
France
Germany
Spain
Dalai Lama
China
Mongolia
Lassa
Sun
Muldoon Named Auxiliary Bishop Prospects in Chicago
The article discusses Rev. P. J. Muldoon's potential elevation to auxiliary bishop of the Chicago archdiocese, noting his youth and possible transfer of an older prelate if he accepts. It covers his background from California to Chicago, roles as chancellor and pastor, and his work with the St Vincent de Paul society.
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Romeo
McGavick
Chicago
Feehan
Father Muldoon
Europe
Spalding
Peoria
Rev
P. J. Muldoon
Columbia
Cal
Stockton
St. Mary's
Kentucky
St. Mary’s Seminary
Baltimore
St. Pius’ Church
St. Charles Borromeo’s
Twelfth
Cypress Streets
Muldoon
St. Vincent de Paul Society
New Century Millinery Promises Velvet and Cavalier Hats
The coming year brings varied millinery, led by Henry IV and cavalier styles. Velvet dominates with black and pastel shades edged in chenille, trimmed with feathers and pearls. Red velvet grows in prominence as the color tone for the new century.
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Henry IV
Can America Become a World Fashion Center Again
A Dry Goods Economist argues American women led fashion in design but lack domestic facilities and artistic talent to produce saleable gowns. He says until the United States develops design talent and manufacturing capacity, New York will continue to import styles from Paris and other capitals, though American ideas could revive home fashion supremacy in time.
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New York
America
London
Paris
Vienna
Berlin
Spain
Dry Goods Economist
Europe
Caste Among Turkish Women
A New York Sun report notes a caste mindset among Turkish upper-class women. They fear contamination from the outside world and rely on servants for routine acts such as washing, opening doors, and turning taps, to avoid touching potentially unclean objects.
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N. Y. Sun
Edison Motto Promotes Marathon Work Schedule
The quote Never watch the clock reflects Thomas A. Edison’s reputation for deep focus and long hours. He is described as often working sixteen hours straight without noting time passing.
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Thomas A. Edison
Excursion Tickets On Pennsylvania Lines For Christmas
Excursion tickets will be sold December 22 23 24 25 and 31 1900 and January 1901 via Pennsylvania lines to celebrate Christmas and New Year with special rates and schedules.
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Pennsylvania Lines
Pennsylvania
What a Prominent Druggist Says
Indianapolis Ind November 19 97 Frank Beg acknowledges receipt of a letter and reports the medicine left him has had a good effect. He expresses gratitude and asks for two bottles by express, offering to pay as invoiced. Signed Will J Mooney with A Kiefer Drug Co for sale by T E Otto.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Frank
Express
J. Mooney
Official Directory County and City Officers List
County Officers include Judge Choult Court-Pranole, Prosecutor Thomas L. Creath, Representative J. F. Vox, Clerk Wm. F. Barrett, Auditor Samuel Fitch, Treasurer Frank Coats, Sheriff Chas H. Wagner, Recorder E. M. Hiner, Surveyor Levi Hege, Coroner A. M. Kirkpatrick, County Assessor Alex Dean, Commissioner 34 Dist Jesse R. Day, Henry O. Harris, Thomas May. Circuit Court meets 4th Monday in February, 2d Monday in May, 4th Monday in December, and 3d Monday in December. Township Trustees listed for Hawcreek, Flatrock, German, Nineveh, Union, Clifty, Clay, Rockcreek, Bandcreek, Stee, Ohio, Jackson, with named trustees. Co. Supt J. H. Clark. City Officers include Mayor Geo. W. Caldwell, Clerk James Cochran, Treasurer Fred Fehring, Marshal Chris Volmer, City Attorney Wilson S. Swengel, City Engineer Levi Hege. Councilmen listed by ward with names.
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Choult
Pranole T. Ord
Thomas L. Creath
J. F. Vox
Wm.f. Barrett
Samuel Fitch
Frank Coats
Chas H. Wagner
E. M. Hiner
Levi Hege
Qoroner
A. M. Kirkpatrick
Alex Dean
Jesse R. Day
Henry
Harris
Thomas May
Circuit Court
Bedcember
Hawcreek
Lewis Blades
Flatrock
G. L. Oldham
German
W. L. Downty
Nineveh
Levi M. Plummer
Union
August F. Keel
Clifty
A. E. Hartman
Harrison
D. W. Lawless
Rockcreek
G. O. Cosby
J. H. Parker
Stee F. Merritt
Ohio
Daniel Schroyer
Jackson
Herman Aldenhagen
J. H Glark
Geo. W.caldwell
James Cochrane
Fred Fehring
Chris Volmer
Wilson
Swengel
W. A. Dryden
John Carr
J.F. Tormehlen
P. H. McCormack
J.D. Emmons
Chas. A. Reever
Samuel Brey
Samuel F McBride
Sth
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Ohio Statesman
John Sherman
Washington
Capitol
West
Hiis
Archdiocese of Chicago
Puellinery
Edison
Gulf
Cc. L, Stone, Gen. Paes. Agt
Louisville, Ky
W. H. Dowet
Rethwisch & May
J. F. Tormehien
Washington St
Crystal Laundr
Pifth
John L. Bonham
Prop
C.F. Scraef
Rethwisch & Mow
Official Directory
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