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Newspaper
Defiance Weekly Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1905
Page
2
Sugar consumption totals and Baltimore rebuilding jubilee talk
The United States consumed 2 767 162 tons of sugar in 1904 and 2 549 643 tons in 1903. In Baltimore residents debate a jubilee to celebrate rebuilding of the burnt district with some urging September celebration and others preferring postponement to the following year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Baltimore
Auction by Blind Bid in Japan Describes Box Method
A Japanese auction practice is described where the auctioneer presents the item, bidders write their highest bid on paper and place it in a box. The box is opened and the item goes to the highest bid.
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Japan
Missouri House shelves tax on cats and kittens
After an 18 minute fracas costing taxpayers about 270 dollars at 15 dollars per minute, the Missouri legislature killed Representative Walmsley's bill to tax tomcats five dollars a year and tabbies thirty cents. Proceeds would have funded a home for aged spinsters.
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Missouri
House
Walmsley
France wine crop 1904 totals 1 750 890 484 gallons
The provisional estimate from the French Ministry of Agriculture cites a 1904 wine production of 1 750 890 484 gallons for France including Corsica, an increase of 819 446 853 gallons from the prior year. Of this, 1 92 068 479 gallons are via ordinaire and 58 322 005 gallons are fine wines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ministry of Agriculture
France
Corsica
Importation Agency reports Chinese laborers in South Africa 1904
The Chamber of Mines Importation Agency provides figures for 1904 showing 19,316 Chinese laborers in South Africa on November 30, 1904, arrivals in December 3,981, in transit 4,245 on December 31, 1904, deaths 53, repatriated 192, totaling 27,297 in South Africa and in transit on December 31, 1904.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber of Mines’ Importation Agency (Limited
South Africa
Kaiser as Field Marshal Adds to Spanish Army Wardrobe
The Berliner Tageblatt notes the German emperor has been named field marshal of the Spanish army. It remarks his military wardrobe already holds 150 uniforms. A Spanish general’s dress is a dark blue coat with gold-embroidered collar and cuffs, red trousers with wide blue stripes, and dark trousers for gala occasions.
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Berliner Tageblatt
Potato crop failure harms western Ireland peasants
The potato crop failure in western Ireland causes great suffering among the poorer classes. Although not as vital as in the past, the potato remains the main food staple for the peasantry in the South West and Northwest, with Galway Sligo Mayo and Clare as the main affected counties.
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Ireland
Galway
Sligo
Mayo
Clare
Rockefeller the world’s greatest potentate in wealth
The text ranks global rulers by income and extols John D. Rockefeller as surpassing them all. It lists figures for the czar of Russia, Emperor William, the emperor of Austria-Hungary, King Edward, and the king of Spain, then asserts Rockefeller can buy and sell them.
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John D. Rockefeller
Russia
William
Prussia
Austria-Hungary
Edward
Spain
John
Laborer wages rise fivefold since 1830 in Giessen
Statistics printed in The Ad vertiser Giessen show average daily wages for adult laborers who were permanently employed during winter and summer. Readings span 1830 through 1905 with wages starting at 13.5 cents and rising to 64.8 cents, indicating a fivefold increase since 1830.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Advertiser
Giessen
Germany
Catalpa Cultivation Gains Favor Among Progressive Landowners
Planting Catalpa for fence posts cross ties and lumber is rapidly popular with landowners. Over fifty years of observation proves it practical and profitable. Catalpa adapts to diverse soils and climates and grows faster than commonly believed.
Electric freight handling at Galveston port praised
The article extols Galveston port for advanced electric cargo handling with conveyors and motors. It claims ships load faster than anywhere, with one thousand loaded cars daily at the Southern Pacific docks and an ocean liner grain load in about one hour.
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Galveston
Southern Pacific
French tuber from West Africa yields new potato for Europe
French horticulture acclimatizes a tropical tuber from West Africa in Bordeaux experiments. The tuber crops well and is valued for all parts, with leaves resembling spinach and tubers offering high nutritive food value. It contains about 17 percent sugar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Africa
Bordeaux
Democrats Obstructors Delay Santo Domingo Treaty
The senate's special session ended without ratifying the Santo Domingo treaty. The stalemate, led by Senator Morgan and other Democrats, prolonged the session and drew criticism, while Republicans faced vacancies and anticipated strong Democrat opposition in future votes. The treaty remains on the calendar, to be reconsidered in the fall or winter session.
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Senate
Santo Domingo
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Morgan
Alabama
Congress
Cullom
Spooner
Lodge
Europe
la Follette
Missouri
Delaware
Reform talk exposes tariff views in Massachusetts shoe issue
The Kansas City Journal notes farmers and stockmen profit from hides under current tariffs while a hide tariff cut would barely affect shoe prices. It suggests Massachusetts advocates tariff revision should also target cotton cloth shoes woolen wear and jack-knives. The piece argues reform would please farmers nationwide.
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Massachusetts
Kansas City Journal
Massachusetts Committee
Protective Tariff Sparks Tin Plate Growth After 1891
The McKinley tariff of 2.2 cents a pound, effective July 1, 1891, coincided with a rapid rise in U S tin plate production and a decline in imports. Imports fell from 327 882 tons in 1891 to 47 360 in 1903 while domestic output grew from 552 tons to 366 000 tons by 1902. Prices dropped from 5 50 to 3 82 per full weight coke tin plate by 1904.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Camden Telegram
President Roosevelt’s Push for Americanism Highlighted
A collection of quotes notes Roosevelt’s appeal across diverse readers as he champions Americanism through words and deeds, while critics reference Bryan and party dynamics. The clipping contrasts Roosevelt’s reception with rival sentiments and praises the president’s experienced officials in guiding national governance.
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Bryan
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Roosevelt
America
Troy Times
Philadelphia Telegraph
Protection and Tariffs Critique in Woolen Industry Debate
The Textile Manufactures' Journal rebuts Boston Herald criticism of William Whitman's tariff stance. It argues consumption of woolen goods has fallen due to changing living standards, not higher prices, and cites lower costs for wool products today versus 20–30 years ago despite high wool prices and a tariff. It laments Herald bias and recalls the Wilson era's cheaper non wool goods.
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Boston Herald
William Whitman
Herald
Textile Manufactures’ Journal
The
Taft Defends Philippine Retention Policy
The Chicago Chronicle notes Secretary Taft has shifted from a cautious stance to endorsing indefinite U S retention of the Philippines. He told John N Blair that abandoning the islands would be a breach of trust, a stronger line than his earlier talk of Americans guiding a Filipino government.
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Taft
Roosevelt
Philippines
Chicago Chronicle
Archipelago
John N. Blair
New York
Mr. Blair
Philippine Islands
United States
Tariffs, Politics, and Reform Across Papers
A compilation of editorial opinions from American Grocer, Ta. Eagle, St. Louis Globe-Democrat, Trenton Gazette, Binghamton Press, and Kansas City Journal. Topics include tariff policy, party realignments, and the need for measured discussion rather than partisan agitation. Quotes touch on public ownership, standpatters, and the role of experts in tariff schedules.
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Vinton
Trenton Gazette
Fairbanks
Senate
Theodore Roosevelt
Binghamton Press
Hopkins
Congress
Kansas City Journal
The Medicine Needed
A Chicago Post quotation argues that curbing divorces would require higher costs rather than laws to raise marriage expenses. The remark frames marriage stability as tied to economic incentives rather than legal barriers.
Back to Trouble. Nearly every divorce ends in two more marriages
A brief item notes that in divorce cases, the pattern often leads to remarriage for both parties, with observers citing a cycle of unions following separations. The terse report reflects social commentary typical of the period.
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Chicago
Easter Bells and Resurrection Song
Poem reflecting Easter faith with vivid nature imagery and the promise of rebirth. It declares Christ is risen and urges listeners to hear the bells and music of the season. The Baptist Union presents a devotional verse about spring, renewal, and divine sign.
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Christ
Baptist Union
Edith's New GBaster Hat Edith's New GBaster Hat
Edith Day saves for a New York hat but buys a grandmothers bonnet in Oldtown. She helps a poor family, pays four weeks rent, then returns home with a handmade hat that proves valued despite not being from New York. The tale ends with Edith wearing a dull black leghorn hat trimmed with aged lace and bittersweet berries.
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Edith Day
Edith
Maria Alling
Maria
New York
Oldtown
Nellie
Oldtown Millinery
Marian
Mrs. Day
Mamma
Springfield
Mass
Easter Meeting Spurs Charity and a Troubling Secret
A UK church women's Easter program inspires a $10 club gift for a sick worker, but the recipient Tillie Schultz reveals a troubled home life. The donor narrator uncovers Tillie's new Easter outfit hinting at misused funds, prompting a secret moral dilemma before the truth surfaces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jace
Mary Groves
Colloton Rose
Birds Friends Organize Wide Audubon Effort for Today
An article praising Audubon societies for quietly uniting men and women to protect birds. It notes most states have local branches, encourages school clubs, traveling libraries, bird lectures, and hat exhibits without plumage. Emphasizes directing effort at children through schools and teachers. Next week covers the national association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Audubon Societies
Audubon Society
Wisconsin
National Association of Audubon Societies
Striking an Average in Public Pay Debate
A Washington Star quip contrasts low pay for some officials with the idea that average pay remains high. A broad-minded man notes the shockingly small wages, while a cynic adds that the average still hides discrepancies.
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Washington Star
Gussie’s London trip stirs foggy rumors
Harold suggests Gussie may have traveled to London and returned with fog samples, a rumor recounted in a playful Chicago News item. The exchange centers on curiosity about Gussie, while the fog gag remains the humorous focal point.
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Gussie
London
Harold
Chicago News
Calamitous Economy Easter Egg Calamity
A Detroit Free Press note recounts Bloker’s failed home dyeing attempt. He tries to color Easter eggs using improvised calico bags and a needle and thread, ends up scalding himself and ruining eggs. The family flees the kitchen as dye and water spill, and he orders a half bushel of multi colored eggs to ease the pain.
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Bloker
Detroit Free Press
Trade talk and a tongue in cheek exchange
A humorous exchange recalls Charles dodging business plans as a governor presses him to start a venture. He quips about having one tradesman in the family and the idea remains dismissed in good humor.
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Charles
Doutcher
Puck
He Was Strictly Honest Judge
Dialogue from a courtroom scene centers on a thief named Nitro Bill denying accomplice to a robbery. The judge questions him about being alone during the crime as the defendant claims he always works solo. A moral is implied about honesty and partnership.
Egyptologist Discovers Ancient Royal Tomb Near Luxor
Theodore M. Davis has found a royal tomb near Luxor filled with priceless relics. The chamber contains intact sarcophagi, a well preserved chariot, furniture, and a wealth of antiquities from ancient Egypt.
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Theodore M. Davis
Luxor
Egypt
Kaiser's Sister an Authoress in Germany
In Germany a growing interest follows the discovery that “F. Hugin” the author identified as Kaiser’s sister is revealed. The article notes intriguing literary connections and public curiosity about the author’s identity and works.
Aunt Philenda’s mind questioned by Easter hat notice
Mr Hoon argues his aunt’s mind weakens as she fixates on Mrs Flitter’s Easter hat at church. Mrs Hoon Mercy counters, noting she has spoken little since fearing the hat may tempt her husband into extravagance and ruin.
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Mr. Hoon
Philenda
Hats or Heaven in Easter church finery debate
In a quip from the Atlanta Constitution readers joke that Easter church finery has become a dilemma of hats versus salvation. The remark frames sartorial display as a humorous take on holiday attire and piety.
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Atlanta Constitution
Easter Day Dialog Sparks Bonnet Pride
A playful verse snippet notes a daughter's Easter greeting and a maiden's coy reply about her Easter bonnet, reflecting seasonal merriment and social mood from Town Topics.
Easter Sermon Tone From The Minister In Brooklyn Life
In the Brooklyn Life dialog, the minister laments the difficulty of delivering fresh material for an Easter sermon while his wife comments that audiences likely don’t expect novelty. The brief exchange captures domestic humor within a religious venue.
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Brooklyn
The Forest Tales by Princess Feonora of Schleswig-Holstein
The Kaiser's youngest sister Princess Feonora of Schleswig-Holstein writes four nature filled tales in verse. The book blends charming stories with delicate illustrations by the author.
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Feonora
Schleswig-Holstein
Easter Hat Sags After Church Service
A humorous note from E. Kiser in the Chicago Record-Herald recalls a woman wearing a splendid Easter hat that proved crooked by the end of the church services. The piece wields light satire on fashion and fate.
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E. Kiser
Chicago Record-Herald
The Proud Poet Exchange Between Jaspar and Jumpuppe
Jaspar claims his last poem is a classic as Jumpuppe questions why. The judge notes that friends have all heard of it or seen it, but none have read it yet.
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Jaspar
Jumpuppe
Tim Mid Hesitates on Money Before Marriage
In this Philadelphia Press snippet Mr. Tim mid muses that money might influence marriage prospects. Miss Passay quickly asks if borrowing funds could help, highlighting a light exchange about finances affecting personal decisions.
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Mr. Timmid
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Latty Bldg
Court ST
Defiance
Ohio
Eones
Dvance
Northwestern Telephone
Chicago Post
Judith Spencer
Oldtown Church
Cheedora
le Gfoumens
Schultz
Tillie Schultz
Tillie
Mis’ Stoll
Women's Club
Broad Street
Mrs. Colloton
BIRDS
Wells
Ernest Harold Baynes
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