Gen Grant Optimistic On Philippine Situation After War
General Grant, speaking in Chicago, praised Filipinos as eager to embrace American institutions and flag, noting their patriotism. He highlighted education efforts, commerce, and the volunteers led by Macabebe scouts under Gen. Funston, while stressing no risk of revolt and describing American influence as steadily strengthening in Pampanga and Luzon.
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Fredh Pick
Giani
Philippines
United
Grant
Walmer
Chicago
Washington
Pia Sahil
Micanar
United States
Corpus Christi
Aguinaldo
Funston
Pampanga Province
Luzon
Farmer Uncovers Hidden Wallet in Cow Sale Case
In Hicksville New York farmer Edward Settle sold a cow to a Brooklyn butcher for 45 dollars. After slaughter the butcher discovered 72 dollars in bills and three five dollar gold pieces in the cow’s stomach. Farmers consider using the Kraye to inspect interiors before selling cattle.
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Hicksville
N. Y
Edward Settle
Brooklyn
Virginia Chain Gang In Newport News At Turn Of Century
An 1900 snapshot notes Newport News Virginia clinging to chain gang punishment for petty offenses. Prisoners hobble with ten pound balls, broom or shovel in hand, chained to a wheel and worn by sidewalks for daily asphalt and gutter cleaning. Public opinion splits on deterrent value amid a large Black population, saloons, and frequent disorder in Blood Town.
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Newport News
Ploodtown
The Earl Cadogan Appointed Ireland Lord Lieutenant
The Earl Cadogan remains lord lieutenant of Ireland under the Salisbury ministry. A 61 year old veteran of British politics since 1875 he has held posts including parliamentary under secretary state for the colonies and chief secretary for Ireland. His wife Beatrix famed for Dublin society. Cadogan’s salary is $100,000 per year.
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Earl Cadogan
Ireland
Salisbury
Earl
Beatrix
Earl of Craven
Dublin
Lord Cadogan
Municipal Telephone System Gains Support in Tunbridge Wells
Tunbridge Wells lines become the first municipal telephones in the country with cheaper service and guaranteed secrecy. The National Telephone company counters by pushing a party system, charging two pence daily and opposing the town council’s stance.
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Tunbridge Wells
England
National Telephone Company
Noiseless Milk Delivers Quietly in Indianapolis
A dairyman in Indianapolis markets noiseless milk to patrons. his wagons use rubber tires, milkmen wear rubber-soled shoes, and each customer receives a rubber mat for silent galley placement of milk vessels.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Wealthy Irish Immigrant Controls 200000 Acre Farm Network
William Scully, reputedly the richest farmer in the United States, owns about 200000 acres across central Illinois, western Missouri and Kansas. valued at roughly 10000000 dollars, his holdings are managed with strict leases, cash purchases, and emphasis on skilled, educated labor as he funds young farmers’ education.
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William Scully
United States
Illinois
Missouri
Kansas
Butler
Bates County
Scully
Iris
Tates County
Lincoln
Tree diversity in the Philippines yields few commercial species
In the Philippine islands there are about 400 tree species, but only around five have any commercial value. The text notes the limited commercial relevance amid rich biodiversity and hints at economic implications for forestry.
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Philippines
Yun
Philippine Islands
Squid Lore From Hawaii and New England Tide Pools
A curious feature on squid use and lore notes Hawaiians spearing squid in tidal pools for food while Chinese and others prize the mollusks. It mentions squid schools, and myths of squid stranded on the New England coast after moonlit nights, as they swim backward toward shore.
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Hawaii
New York Herald
Canaries
New England
Cortelyou’s Rise From Private Secretary to Cabinet Prospect
George B. Cortelyou, a 39 year old who became chief clerk under Cleveland, rose quickly in presidential favor. His career began in the post office in 1895 and advanced through McKinley’s administration as private secretary and executive clerk before his cabinet consideration. He hails from a New York family noted in the revolutionary era.
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George B. Cortelyou
White House
Cleveland
Post Office Department
Cortelyou
McAkinley
Mr. Cortelyou
Porter
New York
France Holds European Record For Registered Dogs
France leads Europe with at least 2,864,000 registered dogs and the highest per capita dog count. It has 75 dogs per thousand inhabitants, followed by Ireland 73, England 38, Germany 31, and Sweden 11. The rise of dog protection societies is noted as a noble, encouraging trend.
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France
Europe
Ireland
England
Germany
Sweden
Second-Hand Bread Dealers in London
A look at an odd London industry where dealers gather discarded bread from restaurants and dust heaps. They sort into first quality used for soup garnishes and raspings, and second quality sold as animal feed for poultry and pets.
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London
From Street to Missionary Work for Stage Folk
Benjamin J. Scoville, a 30 year old who has held roles from street gamin to ship's cook and actor, now trains at Nyack for missionary work among performers. His life includes a London birth, a sailor's career, a rescue at sea, a trial witness against a brutal killer, a shipwreck, education at Howard College and the New England Conservatory, marriage in England, and a turn to evangelism aimed at helping those in the theater who struggle to find footing.
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Benjamin J. Scoville
Christian Alliance School
Nyack
N. Y
Sir Henry Irving
Scoville
London
Ben
Vanguard
Royal Humane Society
Priscilla
William Hughes
Marine Hospital
Cleveland (O
Howard College
Alabama
New England Conservatory
Wilson Barrett
Sign of the Cross
England
Manchester
Galveston
Tex
New York
Electric Roads in Canada Reach Vast Mileage
The Dominion statistician notes 34 electric railways in the confederated provinces at year end totaling 630 miles. Investments total $21,700,000 with annual passenger traffic of 104,033,639. The cashmere show of heat quality demands four workers year round, underscoring high costs.
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Dominion of Canada
Burlington Route Offers Low Excursion Rates to Rockies
The Burlington Route announces summer excursions starting June 18 with the lowest rates ever to the Rocky Mountain region. A single fare plus 200 dollars covers round trips, with dates from July 1 to 9 offering even lower than half rates. The line promotes Colorado as a premier scenic destination and invites inquiries to agents or the undersigned for details and printed information.
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Burlington
Rocky Mountain
Colorado
Burlington excursions to California via scenic Colorado
Public through sleeper tours offered July 6 to 13 departing from St. Louis and Kansas City with cheap rates. Travel via Denver and the Rio Grande System to California with Wednesday departures. Descriptive folder available from agents in St. Louis.
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Epworth
Burlington
San Francisco
St. Louis
Kansas City
Denver
Rio Grande System
Scenic Colorado
Salt Salt City
California
Rugg
L W. Wakely
Pine St. Gen. Pass
Agt
Howard Elliott
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John A. Logan
America
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Sangamon County
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Rish Langlord
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Electric Roada
Canada
B& OC. SW
United Society of Christian Endeavor
Cincinnati
Central Union Station
Winona Lake
Pennsylvania
Winona
Pennsylvania Lines
Sol. C. Dickey
F. van Dusen
Pittsburg
C. B. Cooper
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