Ponce Newsman Finds Busy Port and Happy Ice Cream Demand
The New York Sun correspondent describes a bustling Ponce port with vast military shipments and a busy custom house. He notes generous supply stores, high prices on European goods, strict order after 2 pm, and a rapid rise in ice cream demand as soldiers embrace American tastes.
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New York Sun
Ponce
Spain
Manana
Custom House
Miles
Playa
America
Quintas
San Juan
Hotel Francais
Second Wisconsin Regiment
Europe
Wilson
St. Thomas
In taking and holding Manila we are playing a Luzon game
The statement frames Manila conquest as both a strategic and symbolic battle. It connects military aims in Luzon to broader wartime objectives, reflecting a national policy stance and the stakes of East Asia campaigns.
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Manila
Luzon
T. Louis Republic
Plants and Light Theories on Colored Glass Disproved
Camille Flammarion and Atkinson conducted experiments on colored lights and Roentgen rays and their effects on plants. Red light produced the greatest growth while blue was least. white and green were intermediate. Roentgen exposure showed no impact on plant growth or vitality. Bacilli exposed to rays showed no change in distribution or vitality.
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Camille Flammarion
Popular Science News
Atkinson
Notable Obits and Society News Mix From Many Lands
Sir Richard Quain dies at 68 as editor of a medical reference. John D. Rockefeller Jr. elected and accepted a University of Chicago trustee post. Duke George of Saxe Meiningen celebrates silver wedding with Helene Franz. Edmund Fish, oldest UM graduate, class of 1846, earns degree. James Doel, 94, England’s elder actor, once minor Kean player. Jay the professor teaches, writes, and preaches in Carthage Indiana. Peter G Tomson leaves residuary trust for sick workers. Royal lives insured heavily, Rothschild highest at 1.26 million. Sir Mark Anthony Tuite 90, funded winged machine efforts. Count of Turin seeks US visit after duel with Orleans heir. Hale descendants now neighbor Knowlton heirs in Chicago. Anton Seidl among Wagner conductors taught by the master. Miller Levi and Richter cited as other two. Holland queen’s coming of age to trigger a diplomat history congress. The St Bernards’ top judge is Miss Anna H Whitney of Lancaster Massachusetts.
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Richard Quain
Dictionary of Medicine
John D. Rockefeller, Jr
University of Chicago
Duke George of
Saxe-Meiningen
Helene Franz
Edmund Fish
Hillsboro
University of Michigan
James Doel
England
Kean
Jay
Friends’ Church
Carthage
Ind
Peter G. Tomson
Philadelphia
Queen Victoria
Prince of Wales
Lord Rothschild
Mark Anthony Tuite, Bart
County
Tipperary
Turin
Humbert
Italy
Henri d’Orleans
United States
Colonel Knowlton
Nathan Hale
Chicago
Anton Seidl
Wagner
Levi
Royal Opera
Munich
Richter
Vienna
Maple Groves On Farms Offer Income And Shelter
The article advocates planting native forest and nut trees on farms to curb forest loss. It highlights maple groves on 20 acre plus plots, noting a 60 tree stand yields 200 to 260 pounds of maple sugar annually worth about 10 cents per pound, plus shade windbreak and moisture regulation benefits.
Antarctic Expeditions Draw Wide European Interest
Europe grows excited over multiple Antarctic ventures. Germany plans a two year voyage with Dr Erich von Drygalski as scientific head to probe the inland ice and Victoria Land coast. London and Australian meetings back English efforts to reach the south pole.
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Europe
Antarctic
South Pole
Erich von Drygalski
Greenland
Victoria Land
James Ross
London
Australia
Danger in Boric Acid for Ear Infections
A warning from Professor Grunert cautions general practitioners against inhaling powdered boric acid in purulent middle ear disease. He notes crust formation from discharge and sealing of perforations, advising non-experts to avoid this remedy to prevent harm.
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Grunert
Pediatrics
Aphorisms From Historical Sayings And Reflections
A collection of brief maxims on despair virtue and success. The quotes emphasize perseverance, frugality, martyrdom of spirit, memory, manners, maternal gratitude, speech, usefulness of moderate gifts, and the difference energy makes in achievement.
Jewelry Jottings On Cameos Spoons And Turquoise Belts
Cameos return as rich centerpieces in new brooches using natural pearl formations. Old Glory scalping designs and miniature guns or swords adorn belts for warlike style. India influence suits bangles and bracelets with thick turquoise dotted bands. An Old Glory spoon in silver or gold with enamel flag adds a collectible touch.
The True Syrup of Figs Advertises Its Origin
A Victorian style advertisement touts the genuine Syrup of Figs from the California Fig Syrup Co. It claims superior manufacturing through scientific processes and warns against imitators. The piece highlights benefits for kidneys liver and bowels and lists company locations in San Francisco Louisville and New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carirognia Fig Syrup Co
California Fie Syrup Co
Republican State Convention Called to Meet in Helena
The Montana Republican State Central Committee issues a call for a state convention at the Helena Auditorium on September 24 1898 at 10 a m to nominate a congressman and supreme court officials and conduct party business. Delegates and alternates must be Republicans from their counties with rules on voting and attendance.
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Helena
Mont
Republican State Central Committee
Congress
Supreme Court
Republican Party
McKinley
J. P. Wootman
Petition for admin in estate of George M Brown Dillon Montana
In Beaverhead County Montana the estate of George M Brown is addressed. James Edie of Dillon has filed for letters of administration and a hearing is set for August 1 1898 in the Clerk's room at the Dillon court house. The notice invites any interested person to appear and show cause why the petition should not be granted. Dated August 16 1898.
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Fifth Judicial District of
Montana
Beaverhead
George M. Brown
James Edie
Dillon
Montans
la A. D
C. W. ConcEn
Barzotte
Grand Special Sale of Western Range Horses
Western Horses market opens about August 15 with a grand sale running September 5 to 13 at Grand Avenue Horse and Mule Commission Co in Kansas City Missouri. Ship good fat stock over 1000 lbs to secure higher prices. guaranteed buyers to handle at least 1500 head. dry mares and geldings both desirable. further particulars available by mail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Avenue
Notice to Winters Warning Trespassers on Beavers’ Premises
Notice warns all persons to stay off the premises when hunting and to refrain from trapping or killing beavers that live there. Trespassers will be prosecuted. Signed by Many J. Hamilton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Hamilton
Dillon, Mont
Sravdaher
G. J. Byaudaher
Beaverhead County Sealed Bond Proposals Sought
Sealed proposals of Beaverhead County Montana will be received by the Board of County Commissioners at their regular meeting until 12 noon September 5 1898 for 20000 five percent refunding county bonds of 500 denomination. Bonds run 20 years with redemption after ten years and interest semi annually in New York Chicago San Francisco or Beaverhead County treasurer's office Dillon Montana at holder option. Bids below par will not be accepted and the board may reject any or all bids.
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Board of Commissioners
Beaverhead County
Court House
Dillon
Montgomery
Big Hole
Norway
Weet Pier
Redfir
E. H. Mayers
Board of County Commissioners
Montana
Iaid Board of Commissioners
Beaverhead
New York
Chicago
San Francisco
Cahe. Board
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Holland
St. Bernard
Anna H. Whitney
Lancaster
Mase
Bernard
Burke
Shenstone
Horace Mann
Rowe
Lyon Edwards
W. D. Howells
Montesquieu
Rocheson
Greville
R. A
Seth York
the Tribune
Posiantre Oo
Cal
Louisville, Ky
New York, N.Y
T. B. Mitter
Wisaverh
Teton
Ataee
Valley
Yellowstone
Ere
Enon Aneese
ST. Germain
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