Those Democrats and cranks scolding on Boer meddling
The piece argues that critics urging U S intervention in the South African conflict misread the consequences. It contends arbitration could have avoided war only if powers cooperated, warnings that American intervention would provoke domestic and foreign turmoil, harm trade, and betray the republic. It labels anti-intervention voices as fools and worse.
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South Africa
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Seas
Trusts Fall as Sharp Opposition Finally Bites
The article notes two major trusts collapsing in one day, the Great Hour trust and the far reaching glass combine, now in receivership under federal courts. It cites public safety anxieties and campaign rhetoric about trusts, with the flour trust declared dead broke and the girls trust failing to meet dividend promises to stockholders.
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Hts
Ractivers
Flour
Girls Trust
Swindle accusation fuels trust regulation debate
The passage notes that supporters and opponents clash over how to curb trusts. It argues that action and reaction, reciprocity and self regulation will be more effective than legislation in destroying the trusts.
One Cent Postage Debate Draws Postal Reform Support
The favorable Loud bill report advocates cheaper postage by ending many subsidies and purifying the postal service. If enacted it could allow one cent letter postage without deficits. The second class rate, once for newspapers, now covers vast non newspaper items, causing a multi million dollar annual loss and a large deficit blamed on this practice. President McKinley earlier urged reform, noting the surge in second class matter from 1894 to 1896 due to serial libraries and advertising publications without subscriptions. Business interests have long pressed for lower rates, but not while the second class rate covers the bulk of such material.
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Representative Loud
McKinley
New York Democrats split over Bryan in 1900 race
Conrad N. Jordan surveys New York Democratic sentiment on William Jennings Bryan. He estimates about 60,000 NY Democrats would not support Bryan in 1900 due to 1896 platform, while 15,000 might back him. 45,000 likely stay against under any platform. He notes tariff divisions, free trade leanings, and distrust of trusts.
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Washington Predicts Unfavorable Report on Women Nurses Bill
A Washington correspondent notes military committees will likely report against the bill to employ women nurses. The surgeon general’s office criticizes the measure, arguing the title is incorrect since a nurses corps has existed since April 1898, with provisions similar to the current law. The letter accuses the bill of being drafted by uninformed women for a narrow clique, while current policy uses nurses from many schools nationwide.
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Congress
Revival Faith Triggers Factory Shutdown in Sharpsville
At a Sharpsville basket factory a revival at the Methodist church led to 39 young women praying and singing on the floor after a morning shift. The owner, a Methodist, did not intervene and promised payment for the work as usual, drawing many visitors to the scene.
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Indiana
Sharpsville
Workers Endure Long Service at Factory Scene
Five hundred people visited the site as services continued without pause until late afternoon. They chose endurance over striking to avoid harming the employer’s business.
Olney Fights Bryan Style in Democratic Party Split
The Globe Democrat argues Olney has no business in the Democratic party if Bryan style politics persists. It labels Olney a Republican on key issues and predicts he will vote Republican in 1900, with many Democrats likely to follow.
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Wisconsin Father Baptizes Baby With Beer Belief
A Wisconsin father had his baby baptized with beer, hoping the ritual would prevent temperance problems later life. The piece suggests if baptism were used as a cure as well as prevention, many men would submit to conversion risks.
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Wisconsin
Porto Rican tariff sparks partisan jeer and clash
Democrats jeer as Porto Rican tariff debate unfolds while Republicans press a trial over an unexplored mountain. Occasionally Republicans must retrace steps and face gibes from Democrats who resist new paths and refuse to chart one themselves.
Traveler reports cannibal tribe in Central Africa
A traveler returning from Central Africa describes a tribe that lives entirely on human flesh. He says it would be a poor area for missionaries, as natives would cook them and keep them in a stew.
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Central Africa
Iowa House Passes Music Ability Bill for Teachers
Iowa lawmakers approve a bill requiring public school teachers to demonstrate ability to teach music. If approved by the Senate, the move could lead to widespread changes in staffing and classroom instruction.
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Iowa
Senate
Tariff debate sparks complex congress talks
The tariff issue stands as the most intricate topic in Congress and in a debate speakers may hold valid and invalid positions simultaneously.
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Congress
Fish Trust Cuts Prices to Crowd Out Competitors
The fish trust is reducing prices to squeeze rivals from the market. It notes that unless a man fishes with a hook owned by the trust, fish will likely not nibble.
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Missouri Enters Night War Over Fear for Constitution
Missouri faces renewed worry about possible harm to the United States Constitution, a long running concern that has caused many sleepless nights as residents feel tied to the Union.
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United States
Union
If Bryan Visited More of the United States Than Any President
A fragment notes that if Bryan ever connected with the White House he could claim he had seen more of the United States than any other president. The remark underscores extensive travel and exposure to the nation.
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United States
Chinese Mob Fights German Rail Plan in Protest
A crowd of about 4000 in China resists a German planned railroad, signaling heightened nationalist resistance as Germany seeks territorial gains in the region. The clash underscores growing tension between German interests and Chinese sovereignty.
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China
Germany
British effort finally nudges American mule forward
A reflective notice notes the British persistence in guiding the American mule toward progress, indicating that at last the creature appears to be on task and moving in the desired direction with renewed effort.
New York Sees Earache Epidemic Amid Bryan Speech
Reports from New York describe a growing earache epidemic as residents listen to Bryan's speech. Crowd behavior reflects strong interest and heightened alertness as officials warn against overexposure and encourage breaks to avoid discomfort.
Local quirks as travel plans fall apart in era notes
A fragment mentions Qom Paul delaying trunks for a St Helena trip while Congress faces more trouble with Porto Rico than General Miles did. Aguinaldo is reportedly located somewhere awaiting the rainy season, and Mrs Crenje is credited with surrendering.
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Aguinaldo
Agoncillo claims 60 004 soldiers with Acuinaldo
A fragmented Iowa press note cites Agoncillo in Paris asserting Acuinaldo commands 60,004 troops. The piece quips about locating them and laments suffrage debates after a Daughters of the Revolution convention, then hints at political tensions and rumors around Democratic conventions and beverage pricing.
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Maryland Statesman Prospective Dems Material Interest
Iowa Capital notes the Maryland Statesman questions party composition while calamity men and the I told you BO express disappointment at Cuba’s record under U S administration. Cuba reportedly self supports with a 1899 year surplus of 2 200 000 dollars as credited by Clinton Herald.
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Clinton Herald
President affirms army canteen upheld by Congress
Maquoketa Excelsior notes the president informed the Women's Christian Temperance Union that the attorney general's ruling is correct and that only Congress can abolish the army canteen system. It adds the president cannot act without congressional action.
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Maquoketa Excelsior
Doctor may accept Denver pulpit offer with $8000 salary
A Mason City Globe item notes Cedar Rapids residents question if Dr. Green will accept a call from First Presbyterian in Denver. It claims an $8000 yearly salary plus three months vacation as a bona fide offer, suggesting he would likely accept a good position.
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Cedar Rapids
New Bodice Arrangement Showcases Dame Fashion
A novel silk combination bodice features a fitted lining extending below the waist, with Dresden silk and plain taffeta. Lace yoke, wide revers forming a sailor collar, and decorative buttons define the design. Sleeves mix figured material with plain underarm pieces, finished by silk bands and lace ruffles. Helen Grey-Page.
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Dresden
Helen
Ink stain removal for furniture in home remedies
The notice outlines methods to remove ink stains from furniture using spirits of salt and water with a feather, and to treat white spots by rubbing with camphor dissolved in alcohol. It advises immediate action and uses simple household substances for stain removal.
Crabs New Orleans Style Dish Preparation
Remove the small legs and gis and flaps from crabs. Crack claws and cut shells and bodies into four pieces. Melt butter with minced shallots, sprinkle flour and mix. Dilute with broth or water, add tarragon vinegar if used, color with kitchen bouquet, season, boil, simmer crabs, remove, reduce sauce, strain over crabs and serve with boiled rice.
Homeseekers Excursions Via B C R N Rail Line 1900
Round trip tickets offered on several January to April dates at a single fare plus 2.09 to all points on the line in Iowa Minnesota and South Dakota north of Shell Rock Abbott Crossing and Waverly. Many northern western and southern states cities also served. Contact B C R N agents or Jao G. Farmer A G Pi a TLA Cedar Rapids Iowa.
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Homeseekers Excursion on West Northwest Tickets Sale Dates
The C M N S P Ry offers excursion tickets to West and Northwest points on Feb 2, Feb , Feb 20 and April 3 at one fare plus 2.49 for round trip, valid within 21 days from sale. Stopover privileges allowed. For more information call Jr. Bowdoin at 213 Brady Street.
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Bowdoin. Com
Presence of Mind in a Bank Robbery Escape
A San Francisco Examiner excerpt narrates a stagecoach robbery on the Big Bend line. A veteran gambler recounts how lack of presence of mind nearly doomed passengers, detailing a quick switch to armed tricks and a fatal shot that saved others. He reflects on missed chances to react calmly and control the situation.
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Big Bend
Pete
Reinsmann
San Francisco Examiner
Young Woman’s Humorous Wit Finds Publication in Weeklies
A New York writer’s comic piece, rejected by stern editors, finally appears in a humorous weekly after her brother pays full advertising rates. The short contribution, printed among ads, brings her the thrill of authorship despite not securing a prominent place.
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New York
Altce
New. York
Ambitious musician sketches future fame and divorcee march
In a fragment from Tit Bits an ambitious musician declares fame near at hand and jokes about composing a divorcee march after noting Mendelssohn’s wedding march aided his rise. The exchange hints at career ambitions and playful musical wordplay.
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Weill
Lendin
Henry George's First Friend and Early New York Turn
Henry George, the single tax reformer, arrived in New York poor and obscure after leaving California. He lectured to the Ethical Club where Seth Low aided his effort by sending 20 lecture tickets. Low later sent $250, aiding a successful lecture that netted about $300, launching George's eastern career. Twenty years later Low backed George as labor candidate for New York mayor, with George urging support for Low if possible.
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Aeveuies
Meétry George
California
Saturday Ethical Club
New York
Seth Low
Key
Low
Mr. George
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Saturday Evening Post
Thin New York doctor famed for political flair
A popular New York physician known for his jolly manner is joked about as an extremely thin man. A grocer's boy visiting with fruit was scared by a cabinet trick producing a moving skeleton, then chased for a reward with a taunting apple offer.
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New York ‘Tribune
Absentminded Professor Resigns Over Dinner Gaffe
A New England college mathematics professor famed for learning and absentmindedness served guests from a plate bottom side up. Laughter followed as he handed the plate to a guest. His wife urged resignation, and he left academia for another teaching field.
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