Labor cost in steel sparks tariff debate in 1899
The Philadelphia Times reports Frick refused to state the labor cost of producing a ton of steel to Congress. Weihe estimated about 1.55 dollars per ton, far below the tariff. The exchange suggests tariffs raise profits rather than lower wages, fueling labor protection arguments.
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Philadelphia Times
Frick
Carnegie Homestead Works
Congressional Committee
Carnegie
Congress
Weihe
Amalgamated Association
Homestead
Mr. Frick
Committee
Arnegie
Europe
Erie
Test of Democracy and Runaway Marriage in North Carolina
A Raleigh area notice discusses Democratic leanings in North Carolina with Marion Butler supporting the State ticket over Cleveland. The piece contrasts tariff policy and Carnegie steel strikes at Homestead. It also reports a runaway marriage of W. W. Rowe of Durham to Emma Thompson of Moore County and other local notes including a Great Plains trade update and a paralysis case in Person County.
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Butler
Cleveland
North Carolina
Republican Party
Pennsylvania
Consolidated
Ares - Canegie Company
Pi Ung
Carnegie Concern
Homestead
Pittsburg
Iron and Steel Manufactur
Moseley House
Wilmington
Hargett
W. W. Rowe
Durham
Misa
Emma Thompson
Waes
Moore County
Blo
Thompson
Claudia Wicker
Cameron
D B. Cameron
P. T. Way
Jonesboro
Protections meets protests as wage cuts spark debate
The piece reports on labor tensions amid McKinley era tariffs, citing lower raw material prices and prohibitive steel duties. It notes Mr. Carnegie facing worker backlash and references a Third party debt pledge, plus a local obituary-like note on a stroke affecting J. J. Thaxton’s father. A drowning tragedy in Franklinville follows.
Funeral of Mr John Word After Train Tragedy
The funeral for John Word took place this morning at 10 as Rev. F A Bishop led services at Willard street. The large crowd gathered at Corcoran street and pallbearers were the Durham police led by J A Woodall. Word died from a fall from a speeding train near Norfolk and was buried with community sympathy.
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Jno. Word
Norfolk
Durham
Corcoran Street
Willard Street
F. A. Bishop
Main Street Church
J. A. Woodall
W. G. Crabtree
W. E. Wood
J. P. Cutts
P. B. Cheek
C. M. Lewter
P. A. Brown
Lawn Party Honors Three Charming Young Ladies at Parriot h Home
A lawn party at Capt E J Parrish s residence on Dillard street honored Miss Mamie Gray of Winston Miss Annie Watts and Miss Lillie Parrish of the city with about a dozen couples. Lanterns candles and refreshments lit and brightened the scene. guests enjoyed a refined evening. The article also recounts light chat and a joke about a husband who married his dressmaker and a distant sailboat incident. Erastus Southworth of Bath Me praises Ayer s Pills.
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Capt
E.J. Parriah
Dillard Street
Mamie Gray
Winston
Annie Watts
Lillie Parrish
Casey
Session Ends Nears as Congress Rushes to Appropriation Bills
The fif ty-second Congress closes in feverish hurry as lawmakers rush to pass appropriation bills before recess. Durham Federal Building bill appears unlikely this session. speculation on outcomes dominates. Winston sentinel sale to W F Burbank. new management to publish with updated format. California Fig Syrup Co. laxative touted for safety. ladies urged to use genuine product. Presidential ticket nominees Cagvetaxp and Stvenson to be notified in New York with commemorative parchment platform copies.
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Durham
California
California Fig Syrup Co
Cagvetaxp
Stvenson
New York
Cleveland reply to Mrs. Ormsby on women's sphere
A clipping discusses former President Cleveland's reply to Mrs. Mary F. Ormsby regarding the use of his name as a title for a women's theory. The writer praises Cleveland for defending that women should remain in the home sphere and not enter politics, where their influence would be diminished.
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Cleveland
Mary F. Ormsby
Germetuer advertised cures cited by readers
letters from Rev M H Wells of Birmingham and others claim Germetuer cures rheumatism neuralgia indigestion blood poison throat catarrh and related ailments. endorsements from Nashville Sidon Philadelphia Green Co and others accompany a price of 1.00 per bottle.
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Express
Attente
Att
Brvoont
M. H. Wells
Birming
Tuomas
G. Huw
Nashville
Tenn
J. J. Serages
Sidon
Miss
Mays
P. Ba "Sr
Halpin, Green & Co
Philadelphia
Volcanic Eruption Devastates Sangir Island Report
A native from the Tglantse Islands relays a tale of Sangir’s devastation after a major eruption. Witnesses describe mountains spouting smoke and fire, widespread fires, wreckage littering shores, and an estimated 12 000 dead or missing as inhabitants were swept away or burned. Steps are reportedly underway to prosecute Homestead strike leaders, though arbitration is urged.
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Tuert
Sangir
Tglantse Islands
Selangen
Singh
Blackwall & Sca
Homestead
A Woman's Discovery Cures Constipation and Coughs
A testimonial claims Mrs. Luther Lats in Shelly North Carolina was cured after years of severe constipation and a lingering cough. She reportedly slept after the first dose and was wholly cured with one bottle of Dr King’s New Discovery. Beakralls & Sons offers free trial bottles.
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Luther Lats
W. C. Hamrick & Co
Shelly, N.C
Beakralls & Sons
Administrator's Notice for Estate of Joan Y. Cates
Notice to all claimants against the estate of Joan Y. Cates deceased to present their claims by July 8 1892 or be barred. Creditors must settle debts promptly with administrator M W Carrington.
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Joan Y. Cates
M. W. Carrington
Mount Airy White Sulphur Springs Resort Ad
The Mount Airy White Sulphur Springs resort announces a newly furnished hotel and open since June 15. Water quality is praised as superior to other wells and comparable to Greenbriar White Sulphur, with scenic beauty at the base of the Blue Ridge and the Ararat River. Rates range from 8 dollars for board to 25 or 30 dollars monthly, with 10 dollars weekly, half rates for children under 12 and servants.
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Virginia
Blue Ri
Ararat
Nee
Mount Airy
Jonvas & i Iferm
N.C
J. W. JonesCo Introduces 2000 Yard Cambric Embroideries
The claim gush of the moment centers on 2000 yard Cambric and Swiss Embroideries now available. Edging and insertings range from 1 to 12 inches wide and are priced from 3 cents to 1.00 dollars, promising beauty and a focused study for buyers.
Grand Shoe Bargains for Boys and Misses
A local retailer announces a festival mode of shoe bargains with three lines of boys Pebble Grain and Calf Shoes. Prices range from $1.25 to $3.25 with multiple styles including Derby Hats and soft hats also offered at discounted rates.
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Venice
Dunlay
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Frank I. Osborne
Mecklenfurz
J.clcarborough
Johnston
C. B. Aycock
Wayne
R. B. Glenn
Forsyth
Forth District
A. H. A. Williams
Granville
B. A. Thaxton
Centre Grove
Person County
Pinkerton
United States
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Huntersville
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Lotte News
Franklinsville
Henry Parks
Maud Curtis
Mr. Parks
Greensboro
MR. Word
Erastus Southworth
Bath
Ayer
Morwans
Femwo
J. O. Foy
Winston Daily and
Weekly Sentinel
Wm F. Burbank
Itcher's Castoria
Dr. J
Ayer & Co
Lowell, Mass
Old Virginia
Womba
Beecham
New Fork
Canal St
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N Tve of Sale
Saperior
Durhamr
Court House
Aswell Hill
N.C KK
JL. Watkins
Mildred Walker
Manning
Adev'r Ant
Mount Airy White Sulphy
N. M. Johnson Co
Pitcher’s Castoria
B. Nook, JR
Pittsboro
Durham Supply Company
General Merchandise
J. W.jones & CO
J.W. Jones
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