The Wheel of Progress Looks Across a New Century
A reflective piece extols machine age transformations from the sewing needle to steam power. It lauds the cotton wheel, reapers, railways, printing presses, and the entire industrial web, praising inventor genius and global trade that link North South East and West in shared prosperity.
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Lamioniere
York
Prooklyn
Washington
Benjaress
Victory
Colorado
Nevada
New Hampshire
Lake Superior
Virginia
Georgia
Tere
New Jersey
Theodore Frelinghuysen
Wiliam L. Dayton
Samuel Ll. Southard
Florida
North
South
East
California
Europe
Berlin
Paris
St. Petersburg
Kang Tee
Kung Gates
King Tron
Ceal
Chicago
St. Louis
Kansas City
Compacen
Oledoy
Obra
A. G. Thompson
Fort Wayne
Lad
P.&t
Detroit
Mich
Result of Election Opposes Imperialism Slogans
A long lettered excerpt reviews the Springfield Republican's editorial stance on the recent election. It contends the vote delivered a rebuke to imperial policy, notes gains for Democrats in Maryland and Nebraska, and argues McKinley and the Republican platform favor trusts and a larger standing army. It warns of campaigns and the need to defeat McKinley in 1900 to elect Bryan.
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Sprinsfield
Mass
Republican
Maryland
Nebraska
Ohito
Oho
Nash
Ohio
Guwou
Jones
McSwinley
Republican Party
Prusts
Chanter On
Eptavinus
Washington
Experiace
Fiat
Atlaw
Truxts
Tshg
Chandler
McIsinley
McKinley
Meckinley
Hawley
Connecticut
Senate Committee On
William J. Bryan
Bryan
McWinley
Republican National Committee
II Ne
Te Corrup Finn Fund
Tianna, McKnley & Co
Middtinley Cabal Exchange
Congress
Cuba
United States
Springfield
True to Their Duty Irish Regiment Causes Stage Fray
A military play at a town theater used an Irish regiment for soldiers. During a battle scene the actors ignored the retreat signal and fought fiercely, ending with fists. The manager demanded an explanation, an Irish sergeant replied that retreat was impossible with the colonel in front.
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Asm
Curtain
Do It and Stick to It Hood's Sarsaparilla Ad
An advertisement urges readers to take Hood's Sarsaparilla faithfully to cure ailments like catarrh rheumatism or blood impurities. It claims thousands have been cured and promises similar results for the reader when taken persistently.
Theater Lamp Blamed for Alcohol Smell in Domestic Row
Mr Pegel blasts a lamp while heating water for sharing purposes. Mrs Pegel comments the lamp reminds her of him at the theater as it has gone out four times, each time smelling of alcohol. He retorts and questions her interpretation.
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Mr. Pegel
Mrs. Pegel
Grain-O new grain drink offers coffee substitute
Try Grain-O the new grain based drink recommended for both children and adults. It resembles Mocha and Java in color, costs 15 and 25 cents per package, and is advertised as easy on delicate stomachs.
The Traditional Send Off Expresses Hope for Writer Daughter
A Detroit Free Press item reflects a mother’s pride as she notes her daughter’s ambition to be a famous writer. The quote frames a modest upbringing on a small street as the seed for future success.
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Detroit Free Press
Coughing Leads to Consumption Promoted by Kiemp’s Balsam
A health ad touts Kiemp's Balsam as an immediate cough remedy claiming it stops coughing and prevents consumption. It offers a free sample bottle from your druggist and lists 25 and 50 cent bottles available with a warning to act quickly.
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Kiemp
Rour
Nature's Handiwork and the Hundredth of an Inch
A humorous line notes the average woman’s waist at thirty inches and the average man’s arm at thirty inches, pointing out a playful coincidence in measurements.
Cure a Cold in One Day Laxative Quinine Tablets Ad
An old advertisement promotes Grove’s Quinine tablets as a single day cure for colds with a note that druggists remind customers money back if it fails. The box bears Grove’s signature. The copy adds a quip about love and locksmiths.
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Heli Om
Theagyers
Gavin
Ben Gatn
Sea Island
Cotten
Whitney
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Oshamieri
America
Venice
France
Mugland
Nottingham
Manchester
John Titel
James Watt
Sanderson
New Brunswick
Fusten
Fouin
Stice
Doncaster
England
George Stephenson
Rocky Mountain
Adebany Mendis
Sierra Newads
Philadelphia
Tian
Pothey
Verto Nico
Philippines
Nen
Spain
Kansas City Times
Love
Moe
Mans Mechanises
Therna
Fitre
Sterling Remedy Co
Montreal
New York
Dr.Bulls
Jes
Western Points
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