Bay State Democrats clash in Boston convention riot
Reported in Boston yesterday the Bay State Democratic gathering dissolved into chaos as police forcibly ejected speakers including Congressman John R. Fitzgerald. The contested action by Bryan supporters led to chair throwing and a disputed delegation to the national convention, signaling deep rifts within Massachusetts Democrats ahead of the 1900 campaign.
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Bryan Meh
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Zola Philosophy of Self-Defense in a Letter
A reader digest discusses Emile Zola’s letter to Captain Dreyfus’s wife, praising a philosophy of self defense and forgetfulness amid public injustice. It contrasts Zola’s ideas with Bohemian life and notes how the concept shapes moral duty and resilience against slurs and detraction.
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Bohemian Brotherhood Circular Sparks Suicide Debate
A Bohemian Brotherhood circular claims one of 400 members of the Bohemian Slavonic Brotherly Union of American kills himself. The 2,500-strong group in twelve states plans its tenth annual Chicago convention next Sunday amid protests over the allegations. The public notes the provocative issue as explanations to the circular are awaited.
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Rounds of Chinatown Report Aide to Governor Smith
San Francisco dispatch reports Governor Smith made rounds in Chinatown last night amid rumors of his political stance and possible disappearance for the next election. The piece notes Li Hung Chang’s Democratic leanings on Philippine policy and praises Mayor McCarthy on his marriage voyage with well-wishes from Chinatown.
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Diamonds of History from the New York Tribune
The article surveys famous diamonds and their origins, noting the Braza/Hragangza diamond of 1680 carats found in Braza in 1741, later sent to Portugal and valued between 1.12 million and 2 million dollars. It recalls Koh i Noor at 800 carats, later cut to 279 and then 1081⁄2 carats, and traces diamonds from Ethiopia to India, with Golconda mines central. It mentions Mahmoud's 400 pounds left in treasury and Queen Victoria receiving the Koh-i-noor on June 3.
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New York Tribune
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Portugal
Sanlt
Golconda
Hortensio Borghes
Ethiopia
India
Mahmoud
Diamonds of Russia and Marie Antoinette in history
The article reflects on famous gems from Russia and the Marie Antoinette era. It notes the Imperial collections including the Polar Star and three diamond crowns, and mentions Tzarist treasures linked to Catherine I, Ivan, and Peter the Great. It contrasts grand storied jewels with the simple diamonds worn in everyday life.
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Must Marry to Study in Russia Says Tradition
In Russia women seeking higher education face a cliquette that requires marriage before study and allows divorce after courses end. Some marry unseen partners for legality, then decide lifelong bonds later. The system aided by activists has expanded women’s education to numerous colleges, a medical academy, and many schools, with about 700 women doctors in Russia.
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Sonya Kovalyyski
Tuesia
Zumstyos
In Love With Victoria A Curious British Obsession
A London tale from the era recounts Hunnings a humble farmer's son who adored a young Victoria from Kensington Gardens He writes ardent letters following her daily walks The Duchess of Kent opposes the match and a cruel joke misleads him The story ends with his death in 1839 before Victoria wed Albert of Saxe Coburg
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Saxe-Coburg
Letter Writing Differences Noted By Veteran Attendant
A veteran attendant at the house stationery room in GENERAL WHEELER Washington notes a marked difference in how much letter writing congressmen do. He remarks that analysis by observers reveals varying habits and workloads among members of the House.
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Col
New York Evening Post
House
Paper and envelopes for Congress supply office
A wartime letter outlines how writing paper and envelopes are supplied to members of Congress. It notes General Joseph Wheeler as the top letter writer, with others like Mr. Brownton of Tennessee and several Western lawmakers also writing heavily. Each member gets 125 for stationery. excess is paid back in money and salaries cover four workers handling committee paper. The venture sells between 15,000 and 25,000 annually.
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Rule
Kansas
Indiana
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Wacmittee
Senate
Montana Loan and Realty stockholders meeting notice
Notice is given that the annual meeting of the stockholders of the Montana Loan and Realty company will be held at the office of Thompson Investment company 4st Broadway Butte Montana at 4 oclock p m on the 2th day of September 1899 for electing trustees and other business as may come before the meeting A full representation either in person or by proxy is desired J R Thompson Secretary
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Thompson Investment Company
Broadway
Butte
Montana
J. R. Thompson
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