Washington remembered on centennial of death
A century after George Washington died, national and local commemorations unfold across the United States. At Mount Vernon, Masons, patriotic societies, and officials plan ceremonies reproducing the funeral rites, with addresses by university leaders and senators. Washington Choral Society will perform historic pieces as part of Mount Vernon observances.
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George Washington
Henry Lee
United States
George
Washington
Toder
Masonic Fraternity
Order of Red Men
Regents of
Mount Vernon
Washington Monument Association
Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution
Masons
Lafayette Square Opera House
John A. Kasson
Barringer
University of Vir~ Sinia
Kyrie
J. L. M. Curry
Hawler
Washington Choral Society
America
Colorado
McKinley
Triten
Health officials battle bubonic plague spread in New York
The New York health department warns of plague risks and outlines transmission routes cited by Prince Kropotkin. Disease may enter via wounds, ingestion, or inhalation while contaminated dust from an infected house can infect healthy rats and spread further.
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Health Department of
New York
Prince Kropotkin
Plague Tied to Rat Hosts Worldwide Findings
In 1881 Netten Redcliffe and Dr Pichon linked plague to rats before affecting humans. Kitasato Yersin in 1894 confirmed in Hong Kong and Rennie noted mass rat deaths in infected Hong Kong areas. Canton boat-dwellers showed immunity due to lack of rat carriers.
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Netten
Redcliffe
Pichon
Kitasato
Yersin
Hong Kong
Rennie
China
Canton
McKinley and Cabinet Favor Porto Rico Government Plan
A Washington dispatch reports that President McKinley and all cabinet members back a Porto Rican government modeled on Louisiana 1803. It would empower a U S governor and select citizens to legislate, with the governor's acts reviewable by the president. A forthcoming message to Congress is anticipated to seek such measures.
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Washington
McKinley
Louisiana
United States
Congress
Porto Rico
Fate of Guerilla Foes Caught in War Zone
A historical note states that men captured while fighting as Tagal guerrillas are typically executed by shooting or hanging, indicating a harsh fate awaiting guerrilla fighters. The remark emphasizes severe punitive measures for those caught in such combat.
Pettigrew Questions Dewey Over Aguinaldo Lie
Senator Pettigrew asks if Dewey lied to his ally Aguinaldo, noting that even vast knowledge cannot guarantee wisdom. The remark frames a political probe while reflecting skepticism about truthfulness and judgment.
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Pettigrew
Dewey
Aguinaldo
Chicago and Philadelphia vie for Republican convention
Chicago and Philadelphia have opened the fight for the Republican national convention with Chicago seen as the likely winner. The contest centers on city backing, logistics, and party support as delegates align ahead of the event.
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Chicago
Philadelphia
Law Proposed to Probe Iowa Asylums
Lawmakers weigh a bill to appoint a commission to investigate Iowa asylums on alternate days if reports about the institutions prove true. The measure aims to uncover conditions, governance, and treatment practices affecting residents and staff.
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Lowa
Tagal Guerrillas Captured Facing Likely Execution
Report states several Tagal guerillas have been captured and are expected to be shot. The writer asserts all of them deserve that fate, reflecting harsh wartime sentiment and the stance of authorities.
Colonel Bryan Telegram Recall in Goebel Case
Colonel Bryan should recall his telegram of congratulations to Goebel as the trial reveals he pulled the trigger too soon. The remark underscores timing in the assassination sequence and points to Bryan's haste in relation to Goebel's fate.
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Bryan
Goebel
McKinley Message Draws North South Paper Reactions
Iowa Press Comment notes nearly all southern leading papers discuss McKinley’s message without partisan bias. Only yellow and independent northern papers express displeasure according to the State Register.
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Southern States
McKinley
North
State Register
Admiral Cervera Publishes Naval History Account
Admiral Cervera, who commanded the fleet at Santiago, has written a book explaining the defeat. The work aims to inform the Spanish people and contribute to naval history, detailing how one of the world’s finest fleets was destroyed while the American fleet remained largely unscathed.
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Cervera
Santiago
Uncle Sam
Honors Come High to Some of the Honored
A U S senator serving a six year term would pay 50000 dollars in rent in Washington while earning 30000 dollars in salary during the same period. This reflection notes the high costs and compensation for national office.
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United States
Washington
Hawkeye
Calendar screen art enriches Christmas number
A three panel go shaped calendar screen stands boldly with a regular gold embossed border. The calendar figures are distinct yet unobtrusive, and the overall effect is charming. Truth's calendar is a work of art and worth more than the magazine's 50 cent Christmas issue.
Christmas fashion features for Sunday edition
Special Sunday features promise timely suggestions on fashion for ladies with attractive waist and blouse designs and illustrations. The same page will present a Christmas scene suitable for platform decorations and several seasonally themed menus.
Our Soldier Boys Christmas and Cowboys Tales
A one page feature blends stories and illustrations about soldiers in Luzon and a Christmas among cowboys, highlighting the anticipation and celebration of Christmas as a world widely observed holiday.
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OUR Soldier Boys
Notable Quotes and Editor In Newsroom Incident
A Nebraska editor killed an irate subscriber who attacked him over an alleged offensive article. The remarks highlight tensions and caution that power can turn against authority. This incident underscores risks in press culture and heated public response amid national dialogue.
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Nebraska
Des Moines
Noah Bacon of Des Moines Turns 100 Next Tuesday
Noah 3B Bacon of Des Moines will celebrate his hundredth birthday next Tuesday. He was born four days after Washington died. His father served in the revolution and in the War of 1812. In 1818 Mr Bacon learned the printers trade and worked many years. Even at an advanced age he is active and on November 7 walked alone to the polls and cast his vote. He has voted the Republican ticket since the party's founding.
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Noah
Bacon
Des Moines
Washington
Kentucky Governor-elect Taylor at work on inaugural address
The report notes Governor-elect Taylor of Kentucky writing his inaugural address amid threats from opponents. It also mentions fifteen law graduates in the coming legislature and ten graduates or students from other courses at the state university. An international policy stance on China is attributed to Germany, England, and the United States.
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Taylor
Kentucky
Gate City
Law Department
The
State University
Vinion Eagle
Germany
England
United States
China
Russia
France
Sioux City Tribune
Century since Washington death marked progress across fields
The hundred years since George Washington’s death have passed swiftly. The text notes vast advances in science invention medicine economics education and law with the United States leading in all areas.
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George Washington
United States
Hall's Catarrh Cure and Pills Ad
Catarrh cannot be cured by local applications must be treated internally Hall's Catarrh Cure acts on blood and mucous surfaces described as a regular physician prescribed remedy with testimonials available F J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio druggists sell Hall's Pills also advertised as best.
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Hall
F.J. Cheney & CO
Props
Toledo
Advertiser Urges War Posture Against Canada
The Clinton Advertiser advocates exploiting England's South African war to seize Canada while supporting furling the flag in Luzon. The piece implies a provocative expansion of U S military aims and questions Canadian security during imperial conflict.
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Clinton
United States
England
South Africa
Canada
Luzon
Daughter of Bisamist Roberts Faces insult in Washington
A daughter of Bisamist Roberts reports she was insulted by brazen young men in Washington. She advises she should travel to Utah to seek her mothers protection.
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Roberts
Washington
Utah
South Carolina to start 500 600 new cotton spindles
The Times Republican notes a large planned expansion in South Carolina textile capacity next year with 500 to 600 new cotton spindles to be started. The Clinton Herald comments on Nebraska politics, naming ex Senator Allen and G M Hitchcock as candidates to replace the late Senator Hayward. Hitchcock, a Democrat, is praised as progressive and capable, likely to be a strong choice for the state.
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South Carolina
Times Republican
Nebraska
Hayward
Allen
G. M. Hitchcock
Omaha World-Herald
Hitchcock
Clinton Herald
Rail line expansion targets Minnesota towns Reading Wilmont
The B. C. R. N. Ry. advances a new Washington to Hardwick Minnesota line about 35 miles long opening the richest southwestern area. It reaches Reading and will soon extend to Wilmont. Merchants and professionals in these towns may find promising openings. Inquiries go to Thos H Brown Sioux Falls South Dakota. John Dows Armstrong Ja for Maple Hill Luzon placements along Armstrong Estherville line. MO G FARMER Cedar Rapids Ia.
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Washington
Hardwick
Minn
Minnesota
Reading
Vwilmont
Thos. H. Brown
Sioux Falls
S. Oak
Maple Hill
Luzon
Armstrong
Estherville
John Dows
G. Farmer
G. P
T. A
Cedar Rapids
Woman's club has wide swing in wartime era
The Davenport Republican notes the woman's club is a force in the war effort, while men should steer clear of its power. The piece reflects a shift as the club gains influence and broad reach, challenging traditional roles. The Nonpareil quotes the sentiment, highlighting gendered public life.
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Davenport Republican
Quoted remarks on the mulct law and neutrality query
The Sioux City Journal cites Rev. Mr. Abrams hoping the mulct law stays intact noting his career depends on it. A Missouri question asks if selling thousands of mules to England for the Boer War violates neutrality, asking where the line is drawn beyond miles.
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Mr. Abrams
Abrams
Sioux City Journal
South Africa
Clinton Azze
Special vestibuled train tour to Mexico from Chicago
A Tuesday January 23 special Pullman Palace car train will depart Chicago to the City of Mexico and other major Republic cities and return without change. The tour, strictly limited and first class, includes all expenses. Guided by Beau Campbell, General Manager of the American Tourist Association. Maps and tickets available from Chicago, Milwaukee and St Paul Railway agents.
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Pullman Palace
Chicago
Mexico
Republic
Beau Campbell
American Tourist Association
Milwaukee
St Paul R’y
Woman's club war draws editor's caution in Davenport
An aged Davenport Republican editor warns that a man should stay out of the women's club conflict, noting the club is a volatile arena. The remark reflects commentary on gender roles and organizational power within local clubs.
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Davenport Republican
Senator Mason Outbursts Dampen Storied Orator
A remark criticizes Senator Mason for losing composure, noting his talent as a gifted speaker and suggesting that calm restraint could have advanced his prospects. The comment frames his outburst as misfortune for a promising political career.
Peace and Prosperity in Kenincki Sparks Debate
In Kenincki, factions split over future governance with some seeking peace and prosperity while others resist court decisions and push for alternate forms of governance and law. Local leaders call for dialogue to avoid conflict and uphold lawful processes.
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Kenincki
Women overpower Roberts amid chorus against polygamy
The Washington Press notes strong public sentiment against polygamy as women defeat Roberts, causing AlCos to retreat. It questions Abraham’s polyandrous ties, suggesting consequences in a volatile beer land as Abraham’s bosom nears rent.
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Roberts
al. Cos
Tor
Abrahams
Beer
Republicans Carry Boston by 1800 Vote Plurality
The Boston Republicans won the city by about 1,800 in the major results. Edward Atkinson is noted as landing on his back again in the aftermath.
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Boston
Edward Atkinson
Snow depth hits 25 inches in Dubuque as storm lashes three states
Last Tuesday large snowstorm dumped 25 inches in Dubuque and battered Wisconsin Minnesota and Michigan with severe winter conditions.
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Dubuque
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Michigan
Bestselling Books Dominate New York in November
The five top sellers were Janice Meredith Richard Carvel David Ha tum Mr Dooley in the Hearts of his Countrymen and George Ades Fables in Slang. The leading title has surged in popularity and publishers announce printing the 18th thousand within three weeks of release.
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New York
Janice Meredith
Richard Carvel
David Hatum
Mr. Dooley
George Ade
The Doctor Wondered at a Dining Room’s Fr74
Dr Tunnins editor of The Congregationalist visits friends whose dining room displays samplers. one proclaims The Lord Will Provide while another depicts a dog. He studies the pieces then asks his hostess if there is anything in them a moment after noting a sausage on the breakfast table.
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Tunnins
Congregsationalist
Aguinaldo Embraces Guerrilla Warfare Tactics
The report notes Aguinaldo has practically abandoned honorable warfare and is living the guerrilla style of fighting, with no civilized power recognizing war. This reflects a shift in tactics amid ongoing conflict and political instability.
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Aguinaldo
Truth Christmas number praised as artful magazine
The Christmas number of Truth is celebrated for its striking illustrations and rich reading matter. The issue is described as a work of art from cover to cover with notably beautiful color pages and reproductions from renowned artists. The accompanying calendar is highlighted as exquisite.
Heritage of the Warytward panel joke misquote
Dialogue from Jewelers Weekly notes a broad hint in a jewelers will. Mr Knowles appears baffled by a line about leaving nothing but the remnant to his son in law.
Camden businessman Jos Reynolds in city on business
Jos Reynolds representing Camden New Jersey commercial interests is in the city on business.
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Jos. Reynolds
Camden
N. J. Commercial Interests
Birthday Umbrella Joke Ends In Wet Train Mishap
Susan buys a self opening umbrella as a birthday gift during a hard up year. A sudden downpour reveals its flaw as the umbrella won’t shut. The couple struggles at the station as the train arrives, ending with them on the platform drenched and the open umbrella left behind.
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Susan
Mr. John Powell Is at the St Charles
Mr John Powell of St Louis is at the St Charles hotel for a brief stay amid local social rounds and business meetings.
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John Powell
St. Louis
the St Charles
The Umbrella Mystery and a Street Parade
Susan and George struggle with a stubborn umbrella left in a cloakroom. After failing to close it, they carry it home through clear weather while being mocked by about 20 street urchins. The scene ends with Susan ready for plain talk about faulty patents.
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Susan
Biff
Umbrella Mystery Solves Itself in Quiet Doorway
In London Answers a narrator recalls a comedy of the umbrella that refused to fail. A frightened arrival discovers the crowd and the open umbrella, then Susan gently helps and the umbrella shuts as if nothing happened. The tale ends with a quip on optimism and anti patent pride.
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Susan
London
One Minute Cough Cure Praised Nationwide
A testimonial from H N Williams of Gentryville Indiana extols One Minute Cough Cure as the best remedy for coughs and colds and claims it stops whooping cough and provides immediate relief. The notice lists throat and lung benefits from coughs to pneumonia and says early use prevents consumption with endorsements from multiple pharmacists.
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Gentryville
Inq
A. Emeis
Klenze
C. V. Chase
Theo. Danquard
Reduced Holiday Rates For Central Passenger Area
The Nickel Plate road offers one third fare round trip tickets from December 23 24 25 30 41 1899 and January 1 1900 to any Central Passenger Association territory point. Return by January 2 1900. Inquiries to General Agent 111 Adams St Chicago. Depot Van Buren St and Pacific Ave on Elevated Loop.
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Nickel Plate Road
Adams St
Chicago
van Buren Street
Pacific Avenue
Darling Husband Gains Nuptial Blessing At Church
A lighthearted account from the Clucage Daily News notes a jubilant exchange after a minister pronounces a marriage blessing. The husband declares unworthiness, while the wife humorously says age makes her seize any opportunity.
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Clucage Daily. News
Early Winter Hat Designs by Dame Fashion
An illustrated description of an early winter millinery style. The confection features a broad brim made of stiff felt with a shaped black velvet crown. It sits over the eyes and offers minimal trimming, relying on shape and material for smartness. Two bold design elements follow.
Fashion Notes on Hats and Accessories by Helen Grey Page
The milliner must suit the wearer and offer variety in hats. A new rose color will dominate the season appearing in chenille and velvet toques. Pastel shades paired with black gain popularity, while winter neck trimmings come in endless patterns. Elaborate boas and scarves, especially those combining heavy and light materials like velvet and chiffon or fur and lace, are highlighted.
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Helen Grey-Page
Oddities in Hosiery Spark Attention on Stockings
A novelty stocking trend features bold ribbon-like coloring running from toe to top in silk with a black ribbon effect for high contrast. Prices reach 4.75 per pair. Another standout resembles a snake design along the front, offering a changing effect and multiple color options.
Best of Princes Poem Fragment Guesting Late
A late guest is addressed in the fragment with lyrical question and archaic diction. The speaker asks who was present at a late hour, evoking courtly praise and mystery about the visitor’s identity.
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Chapma
Luncheon and Dinner Menu Items From Historic Meal
The menu lists a luncheon with cold cuts potato priss chicken salad finger roll baked apples and cream tea plus a dinner featuring small blue points salted almonds celery vermicelli soup Bermuda Polaices reseed Cresst roast saddle of lamb French pea orange float vanilla ice cream chesse wafers collee.
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Bermuda
Collee
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