The Wonderful West by Henry E Reed reviewed
The North American Review piece by Henry E Reed surveys westward growth since 1850. It notes population expansion from 1.5 million to 22 million, westward development, and California gold output while highlighting surprising facts about Texas forests and Pacific port trade. It reflects on Oregon and trans Mississippi commerce and quotes a 1843 Senate remark on Oregon agricultural value.
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West
Henry E. Reed
St. Louis
Mississippi
Alaska
Missouri
Iowa
Louisiana
California
Columbus
Great West
Texas
Pacific
United States
trans-Mississippi
San Francisco
New Orleans
Galveston
Reed
Oregon
Louisiana Purchase
New Profession Declared Legal in Court Findings
A St. Louis court rules the schad schen a legitimate profession, rewarding a man $300 in a case where his hired matchmaker arranged his marriage. The ruling reverses gendered assumptions, noting women have long done such matchmaking for fun and profit.
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St. Louis
Schadschen
Robert Bonner and the value of advertising
A reminiscence on Robert Bonner highlights his belief in advertising. A writer of advertisements recalls Bonner’s analogy that attempting to attract the public without advertising is like flirting in the dark, where the public has no inkling of the intent.
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Robert Bonner
Bonner
Naval duel of signals across Isthmus of Panama
Officers aboard the cruiser Olympia on the Atlantic side near the Isthmus spotted strange sky lights in February. They traced the flashes to the cruiser New York on the Pacific side 47 miles away and carried on an extended conversation. The scene, likened to a man using clouds as a scroll and light as a pencil, was described as a poem in motion.
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Olympia
Atlantic
Panama
New York
Pacific
Local Gloss on Curious New England Place Names
A humorous aside notes how American geography includes quirky names such as Massachusetts Skowhegan Schnectady Nishnabotna Speonk Passamaquoddy Ponkapog Kalamazoo and other New England rivers lakes and towns. The author contrasts it with challenging Russian word spellings while celebrating regional nomenclature.
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Porcupines
Massachusetts
Skowhegan
Schnectady
Nishnabotna
Speonk
Passamaquoddy
Ponkapog
Kalamazoo
Pasquo~ Tank
Pigcataquis
Androscoggin
New England
Statue at fair mocks fashion fails and heroism
A fragment notes a statue at a fair depicting a heroic woman figure while another statue of a man pressing pants would better resonate with young men troubled by trouser knees.
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Ymman
Vest Affected by Man With Reckless Laundry Attitude
A white vest is described as affected by a man whose approach to laundry is labeled as reckless or age driven.
The Democratic Muddle and Democratic Principles
The New York Sun blames Democratic weakness to state convention neglect of issues and constitutional principles. It argues for clear resolutions, reaffirming the federal balance, limits on national power, and adherence to constitutional lines as the path to curb demagoguery and restore proper governance. The piece cites Justice White on state versus national boundaries and questions New York’s forthcoming convention stance.
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Roosevelt
New York Sun
St. Louis
Congress
Democratic Party
McKinley
Marshall
Supreme Court
White
New York
Political Opinions From The Press On 1904 Race
A compilation of editorials and quotes from multiple papers discussing Bryan Cleveland and Parker. The items critique machine politics and party strategy, noting Bryan's busy workload and the New Jersey delegation stance. Opinions reflect doubts about Cleveland returning and the need for an ideal Democratic candidate.
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Parker
United States
St. Louis
Washington Star
New York World
Democratic State Committee of
New Jersey
Cleveland
Roosevelt and the People in the Roaring Campaign
The piece argues that Roosevelt's renomination arose from the people rather than a hidden power. It traces a failed Wall Street led effort to supplant him after the Northern Securities and beef trust cases, noting that by convention time Roosevelt enjoyed broad support and remained the strongest presidential candidate.
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Beveridge
Senator Simmons
North Carolina
Simmons
Indiana
Theodore Roosevelt
Mr. Roosevelt
Republican Party
Wallstreet
Roosevelt
Wall Street
Trusts
Money Power
Northern Securities Company
Beef Trust
Hottair
The Hearst candidacy and Bryan influence in democracy
The piece argues Hearst acts as Bryan's cat's paw to ruin the Democratic party while Bryan fears a yellow alliance. It notes Parker’s alleged hoodoo and Hill declining office under Parker, reflecting editorial sentiment across multiple newspapers.
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Hearst
Democratic Party
Bryan
Philadelphia Ledger
Judge Parker
Democrats
David B. Hill
Parker
Troy Times
Col. Bryan
Philadelphia Record
Cossacks of the Russian Army and Their Work
A historical overview of Cossacks as frontline light cavalry, their origin as free frontier riders, and their roles in Russia's military history including campaigns in Siberia, Azov, Manchuria, Korea, and the Balkan conflicts. It notes regiments, tribal divisions, and the czar’s personal escort.
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England
Prince of Wales
Steppes
Russian Empire
Siberia
Yermak
Azov
Manchuria
Don
Dnieper
The
Kouban
Terek
Astrakhan
Oural
Orenburg
Semiketchie
Transbaikal
Amur
Treatment of Bronchitis Across Disease Stages
The article outlines bronchitis care from early dry, congested bronchial membranes to later loose cough. It advises warm drinks and inhalations to loosen mucus, bed rest, chest warmth, liniments or poultices, and occasional purgatives. Expectorants or antitussives are avoided when possible, with opium rarely used under a doctor's guidance.
German officer criticizes Lord Kitchener in Berlin talk
Capt von Tiedmann, speaking to the Military Society of Berlin, criticizes Lord Kitchener. He says the British officer lacks genuine bravery and moral sense, notes his off duty restraint, and mocks his Omdurman march as foolhardy. He recalls Kitchener calmly lighting a cigarette amid gunfire to study the wind.
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von Tiedmann
Military Society of
Berlin
Lord Kitchener
Omdurmar
Hoar and Sherman on Jokes and Electric Cars
Senator Hoar jokes about a late John Sherman not conceiving of a joke. General Sherman agrees. Hoar invites Sherman to see an electric car and warns the driver the horses fear it. Sherman replies the horse is intelligent but cannot reason about such contrivances.
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Senator Hoar
John Sherman
William T. Sherman
Hoar
Senator Sherman
Massachusetts
Mr. Sherman
Justice Court Marriage Echoes Lawsuit Mood
A Chicago Post remark notes that a justice court marriage resembles a lawsuit more than a holy union. The columnist suggests the diction of verdicts and the looming possibility of appeals color the experience with legal overtones.
Recipe rules stir yolks from the kitchen
Quote from Brooklyn Life shows Mr Justhusband asking why yolks are discarded while Mrs Justhusband explains the recipe requires only the Whites. The exchange features a playful domestic moment.
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Mr. Justhusband
Mrs. Justhusband
James
Goosie
Brooklyn
Stamps for World’s Fair Commemorative Series 1904
The Post Office will issue a five denomination commemorative stamp series beginning April 21 to honor the Louisiana Purchase of 1803. Denominations include 1c Livingston, 2c Jefferson, 3c Monroe, 5c McKinley, and 10c map of the territory. Regular stamps remain in stock during the St Louis Exposition from April 30 to December 1, 1904.
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Post Office Department
Robert R. Livingston
United States
France
Thomas Jefferson
James Monroe
Livingston
William McKinley
Domestic dispute with wife over flat iron injury
Mrs. Strongmind as magistrate asks about trouble with wife. Mr. Meek says she drove him from the house. The injury from a flat iron is noted as a large bump. The magistrate suggests healing and possible forgiveness upon return.
Why the Ladies' Home Title Was Shifted
Mrs. Du Goode explains that the change from The Ladies' Home to Old Ladies' Home aimed to reflect crowding concerns. The note appears in a New York Weekly item discussing wording and space issues.
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Ladies’ Home
Fringed and Jetted Hats Highlight New Millinery Trends
The Brooklyn Eagle reports a fresh line of millinery with long jetted drops and fringe borders. Designers favor elaborate chenille fringes and lace borders, creating scarves that drape over brims, while the flat hat declines and tall styles rise. low hats without trim vanish.
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Brooklyn Eagle
Wives and Husbands The One-Duty Union In Marriage
A period piece advising wives to merge interests with husbands and support each other as one unit. It extols ambition for the spouse, warns against self centered pursuits, and praises harmonious partnership as the path to progress. Also includes recipe notes from Good Housekeeping on chocolate soup and imperial bread sticks. A brief line notes a girl with a dimple will laugh at fools.
Summer Blouses Flaunt Sheer French Elegance
French blouses of the season feature sheer fabrics and intricate handwork. Luxurious lawn, batiste, China silk, and messaline are used with delicate lace, embroidery, and Valenciennes inserts. Designs range from simple lines with fine details to elaborate frills and drapery for Parisian influence.
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York
Berthe
Valenciennes
Messaline
Batiste
Valenviennes
Spring fashion in Paris lace dominated millinery and gowns
ANNETTE GIVRY notes the spring Paris model features extensive lace on hats and gowns, with lace veils and scarf trims, pelerine wraps, and bold use of browns yellows and roses. She highlights cur tailing lace veils, shepherdess lines, old masters lines, and restrained gold and silver trims on light fabrics in a chic,Victorian inspired style.
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Chantilly
Bois
What the Poor Need
A Chicago Post quotation notes a woman sewing for the poor, industriously making neckties and shopping bags amid efforts to aid those in need tonight.
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Chicago Post
Delusion Gown Transforms Plain Girl in Detroit Fashion Scene
A dialogue notes a plain girl whose striking gown creates a dramatic look. The exchange highlights how wardrobe can reshape perception and draw attention in Detroit's fashion chatter.
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Detroit Free Press
Sure Thing Money Makes a Fool of Him
In Town Topics a light column notes social snubs and money remarks affecting reputation. The piece hints at clever donorship and social awkwardness, reflecting on status and perception in local society.
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Latty Bldg
Court ST
Defiance
Ohio
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McCutcheon
Chicago Daily Tribune
Gorman
Chicago Tribune
William J. Bryan
Bennett
Connecticut
Billy Hearst
Chicago Chronicle
Dem
Pettigrew
South Dakota
Indianapolis Journal
Roosevelt and the
People
America
Europe
Napoleon
Moscow
Sebastopol
Maria Ivanovna
Justice Court
Brown
Paris
Annette Givry
Sam Shinbone
Jackson
Mose Johnson
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