Notable Spanish statesman Eugenio Montero Rios
Eugenio Montero Rios, aged about 60, president of Spain's senate and peace commission head, is described as a progressive and capable statesman with a long political career. Born in Santiago de Compostela, he began in law and theology, later founding a newspaper and entering Cortes in 1869, shaping Spain's 30 plus years of politics.
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Spanish Peace Commission
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la Opinion Publier
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Bugler Triggers San Juan Charge in Spanish American War
Indiana soldier W G Thurman recounts that at San Juan hill a bugler without orders sounded the forward charge. Bugler Shroder of the Sixth Infantry ordered a bold ascent, inspiring a rapid rush up the hill and a decisive American advance. General Hawkins sought the bugler for recognition.
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W. G. Thurman
Sixteenth Regiment
Evansville
Ind
San Juan Hill
Hawkins
Bugler Shroder
Sixth Infantry
Shroder
Shrader
Cincinnati Enquirer
Wilhelmina and the Garter Honor in Queen Victoria Plan
The article discusses Queen Victoria possibly conferring the order of the Garter on Queen Wilhelmina of Holland making her the first queen to receive the decoration from Victoria. It notes that before Henry VI such honors were given to wives and close relatives of notable service, with ladies of the order once more numerous than knights today.
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Wilhelmina and the Garter
Victoria
Wilhelmina
Order of the Garter
Holland
Henry VI
Order
Knights of the Garter
Rail Seatbed Fable Sparks Legal Mockery on Tracks
A colored inhabitant declares he will sue the railroad for damages after claiming he slept on the track and the engine struck him, tearing itself to pieces. The odd tale reflects tall-tale humor in Atlanta in the Constitution excerpt.
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Atlanta Constitution
Tenacious marine Jamprey holds strong grip under strain
A Jamprey can raise 12 pounds without releasing its hold and remains attached to a surface for hours even if the body is removed, illustrating its remarkable adhesive power and durability.
First Ingenuous Maiden Engagement Ring Exchange
Dialogue excerpt shows two maidens, Judy and her companion, discussing a proposed engagement ring. One comments on its beauty while the other responds with praise, capturing a light, social moment. The tone resembles a period-era school or domestic scene.
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Judy
False hips on bicycles spark fashion critique in period column
A sharp critique from the Boston Journal notes the unreliable look of a false hip on a bicycle. The dressed pedestrian is warned that rapid leg movement in front of a mirror reveals the awkward wobble.
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Boston Journal
Local Ice Cream Discount Offers Bargain Per Gallon
A merchant advertises ice cream at 1.50 dollars per gallon with a note of about three gallons and a lower 1.25 dollar rate per gallon. Service quality is stated as best of services guaranteed.
The Vogue of the Picturesque Fashion Notes
Fashion notes from the era discuss autumn hats with three cornered shapes and jeweled pins, and corset styles from Paris featuring a straight front line. It condemns skirts cut longer than the wearer’s height and warns that walking safely requires lifting the hem at the sides.
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Paris
New York Post
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