Population mix in the Philippines under US cession
The piece notes that three percent of inhabitants are white, with about 7 million people on the islands, densely packed per square mile. It argues all Spanish subjects become U.S. citizens by treaty, discusses allegiance and the reach of the U.S. Constitution into territories, and asserts Congress cannot bar citizen migration from the Philippines to states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
United States
U.S
Thas
Mich
Manila
Philippines
Congress
Phillipines
Migration Debate Over Philippine Settlement Policy
A fragment argues that migration of citizens to the Philippines should not be curtailed by fears of dangers from populating territories with Philippine peoples, addressing concerns about territorial acquisition and demographic impact.
Notice of suit to quiet title in Fayette County Iowa
William Steininge files petition in Fayette County District Court seeking to quiet title to parts of land described as portions of the northeast and southwest quarters in section 29 township 95 north range 90 west. The response deadline is noon on March 2, 1899, in West Union. Attorneys Ainsworth, Ainsworth & Dyerns represent the plaintiff.
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State OF Iowa
Fayette County
Eli Percy
Flaville
Percy
Henry &. Rush
Clinton B. Rush
Gertrude A. Andi
Lydia Rush
Mary Jane Martin
Mary Hans
P. Hancock
W. A. Hoyt
District Court
Iowa
William Steininge
Beo* Tion
West Union
Ainsworth, Ainsworth & Dyerns
Divorce petition filed in Fayette County Iowa
Mary Abbs sues Fred Gibbs for divorce on grounds of desertion and asks for custody of minor child Sabel Ava Gibbs. If he does not appear by noon of the second day of the March term in West Union, default and judgment will be entered. Attorney G H Puinurrs. Dated January 25, 1889.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Gibbs
District Court
Fayette County
Iowa
Mary Abbs
Sabel Ava Gibbs
West Union
Towa
G. H. Puinurrs
Bank Statement of Citizens State Bank of Fayette County 1808
The 1808 annual statement for Citizens State Bank of Fayette County shows assets totaling 40 453 $40 450 and liabilities totaling 625 888 63. President B M Mattoon and Cashier V W Becker certify to the accuracy and honesty of the document sworn before a Notary Public on June 18, 1499. An egg collection at St Johns Church Streatham raises 5 000 eggs for hospital aid with 4 972 packed for medical charities.
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Citizens State Bank
Inns of Town
Wigin
Laws
Fayetts
Ihin
Bhitg
State OF
Iowa
Fayette County
B.mattoon
Becker
Anid Bank
I. MatToon
F. Becken
L. Y. Mattoon
Tite
Besson
St. John’s Church
Streatham
Duchess of York
Duchess of Fife
Princess Christian
Medical Charities
Lloyd's Weekly
The Girl of the Family and a City Postman Visit
A Twickenham household wakes to a curious delivery from the postman. The note mentions a football, bicycle, two cricket bets, sweaters, apron oars, and golf stock as items found at the door. The piece hints at a daughter returning from college and a formal education described as fine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Purte
Twickenhama
London Figaro
Blacksmith’s warning on a dangerous mule in the mountains
A Washington Star note recalls venturing near Pound Gap West Virginia and Kentucky where a blacksmith warns a buyer about a mule known for extreme kicking. He swears the animal can kick a soda out of a biscuit and never crack the crust, urging caution when dealing with strangers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Virginia
Kentucky
Horace
Washington Star
Pound Gap
Cow Bells Linger As Traditional Farm Item
The article notes cow bells remain unchanged for decades though improvement surrounds them. Most are iron with bronze coating, cut from metal sheets, finished with riveted loops, and produced in four U S factories. Bells span ten sizes, sold nationwide with heavier emphasis in the South West and West where farms are larger. New York Run.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
South America
Australia
New York
Royal boxes and theater access for the public
An article notes that royalty does not grant free theater admission. Even a Prince incurs box hire costs around £20, with royal boxes generally open to the public for a price about twice that of private boxes. Exceptions exist at Theatre Royal Drury Lane Italian Opera and Haymarket. The upper circles avoid the box to escape social stigma of being a foreigner or outsider.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Prince of Wales
Theater Royal
Drury Lane
Haymarket Theater
Royal Box
Importer Plans Deeplawed Duty Evasion Scheme
A Boston importer received cans of mineral water from abroad and faced a large duty. A customs attorney advised returning the water, freezing it abroad, and reimporting free of duty. The plan could be adopted if followed by the local importer.
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Boston
Fragmented Populac Songs Remarks Spark Editor Controversy
A Memphis editor denounces a Populac Songs piece with a racial slur laden remark. The tirade complains about Black readers and a public figure named Johnson, urging a man to tell a rival to leave. The tone mirrors racial tension of the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memphis
Petuynantly
White Wings
Mr. Johnson
Looge
Shilohn Vitalizer Ad For Sale By Finke Dealer
A damaged OCR notice advertises Shilohn Vitalizer with warnings about consumption and health risks. It touts a life saving remedy sold by FP Finke, implying medical claims and dubious efficacy. The ad uses misspelled terms and uncertain product claims from a local seller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shiloh
FP Finke
War Atlas promotion and medical notice in one clipping
Advertisement fragment promotes a 15 cent War Atlas with extensive maps and multiple pages, citing J. Morton as agent and Cedar Rapids route cards. It also notes a veterinary surgeon will be in Elgin each Monday and lists Finke's Drug Store headquarters for calls and a Clover Tonic offer, with dealers named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elgin
Finke's
K .Wazuerri
All About the Philippines History and World Atlas Offer
A promotional note advertises All About the Philippines history and a commercial atlas of the world with maps of Puerto Rico Hawaii and Cuba. It promises ready reference material on the Spanish American War and Uncle Sam's possessions. Sold by agents of the BC & N Ry for 18 cents postage paid, sent anywhere for 18 cents or by stamps. a world atlas costs 25 cents.
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Cuba
West Indies
Philippine Islands
Spain
Portugal
Havana
J. Morton
Cedar Rapids
Town
Bane Islands
Puerto Rico
Hawaii
Uncle Sam
Morton
G P
T. A
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Rama
Ainsworth
Iocal
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Chicago
Bank
Total Asarte
Se Etec Ees Abs
Joporta Water Nn Tom
Aletter
Mary
Epiror Epiror
Twigh
Ime
Knudtson Bros
Knudtoon
Frank Leslie
Merrimac
Santiago
W. Deignan
U.S. N
A Mervin
Bret Harte
Jack Hamlin
Joaquin Miller
Klondike
Thos
R. Dawley
Gomez
JO. Groff
Hayne
Edith M. Thomas
Clinton Scollard
Minna Irving
Frank Lesum
House
N. Y
Vas
B. GR
Pagseveer Prelghe
Tlgrust Awen Frelebt
Willy
Pra
Thun
JT Mavro
Eravra
Rocky Mountain
Scott's
E. G. Stoehr
the Jeweler
Vogwogs
Ripans
Tix Ripans Chemical Company
Spruce St
Wsol
J. Morton, G. P
T. A. Cadar Rapids
W. W. Finke
The
John Lehman & Son
Gund
Weerlesss
Story Arate Bee
John Gund Brewing Co
la Crosse, Wis
Ie Eee
Chattanooga
Cardul
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