Negotiations for Turkeys and tariff reciprocity broadened
The message outlines imminent talks to define normal relations between the United States and Turkey, seeks a favorable tariff reciprocity arrangement under sections 3 and 4, and reports firm U S pressure for monetary claims against the Ottoman authorities. It also covers naturalization failures, Venezuela boundary arbitral award, and ongoing treaty negotiations under the tariff act.
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Turkey
United States
Purkish Empire
Venezuela
International Commission of Arbitration
Merezuela
British Guiana
Great Britain
Orinoco
Barima ‘Olut
Caribbean
Civil service and reform remarks from President McKinley
President McKinley urges upholding law over mobs and emphasizes merit system strength. He notes May 6 1896 and May 20 1890 executive orders expanding and refining civil service classifications. He calls Congress to embrace opportunities and responsibilities, praising the people’s will and the islands under U.S. authority.
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Congress
Philippines
Manila
Cuba
Porto Rico
People Mall
Steforma
Haa
Department of Agriculture
United States
Europe
Asia
Philippine Island
Spain
Philippine Islands
Senate
Ney
Paris
Otis
Iollo
Admiral Dewey
Ma Emohey
Jacob Gould Schurman
Cornell University
Chaories Denby
China
Dean
Worcester
University of Michigan
Aguinaldo
Senate of the
Otlsipetly
San Pedro
Dewey
Suin
Sulu Islands
J. C. Bates
A. S. Volunteer 4
Sulu
Gen. Bates
Congress of the
Tidh
Isnnds
Algiant Islands
William M'Kinley
The Negro's Advance in Old Virginia Revealed
A Richmond correspondent notes steady black land ownership growth in Virginia’s James and Roanoke valleys since the Civil War. The path from tenant labor to independent small farms followed a three stage rise from humble cabins to frame houses, neat yards, and self-reliant households. The article highlights the "colored hustler" who builds wealth through labor repayable in cash and meals, while gradually earning property and respect in white communities.
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Virginia
Booker Washington
James
Roanoke River
Richmond
Walter P Phillips on Failure and the need for diligence
The article quotes Walter P Phillips founder of United Press arguing that young men fail due to incompetence and idleness. He stresses that success requires knowing one’s business from A to Z and sustained, tireless industry behind every great life.
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Walter P. Phillips
National Newsgathering Corporation
The
United Press
Nes
Labor and diligence unlock success for every man
The piece argues that steady work conquers all, condemning idleness and incompetence. It urges young men to pursue meaningful effort, learn from others' failures, and seek tasks that yield both pleasure and profit, noting that success comes to those who are earnest.
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Thiladelphia Saturday Evening Post
The Eye Expression Lies in the Eyelid Says Oculist
An English oculist contends eyes have no inherent expression. expression comes from the eyelids and surrounding muscles. He notes lids lift briefly with surprise, forehead furrows with extended attention, and laugh lines form via nearby muscles. sadness shows the upper lid droop.
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Merry
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Little Woman's Willful Way Unveiled in Wry Opinion
A satirical column argues the smallest women wield the most influence, claiming they outmaneuver men in subduing obstacles. The speaker notes men admit the power, though often with painful experience, and jokes that little women often marry big men, suggesting managing traits.
Hippos Once Plotted against Early South African Settlers
The London Mail recalls that on Var Riebeck's 1652 landing at Table Bay hippopotami swarmed a swamp near the future Church Square in Cape Town. In most modern districts South African trainers seldom meet such large, dangerous animals, once a constant menace to settlers.
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Var Riebeck
Table Bay
Church Square
Capetown
London Mail
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Jnamaria
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Republic of Nicaragua
France
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Niagara Frontier
Erie
Niagara
New York
Buffalo
Hemisphere
Mexico
South American
Philadelphia Commercial Congress
Philadelphia Commercial Museum
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Russia
Theague
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Uder
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Alaska
Executive Department
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