Rich gold beds in Nicaragua claim new era of prosperity
Charles Lobner of Cape Gracias Nearagua tells Chicago readers that Nicaragua’s gold fields rival Klondike and Black Hills. He envisions an era of peace and growth with US canal work and interoceanic waterway, predicting widespread prosperity and reduced rebel activity as US influence grows. Fevers are rare and malaria is the only noted ailment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nicaragua
Klondike
California
Black Hills
Charles Lobner
Cape Gracias
Nearagua
Leland Hotel
Chicago
Lobner
Lolmer
Nicaragua Canal
United States
Vela
Lochner
Secret of happy health with Bardock Blash Bitters
The ad claims Bardock Blash Bitters keep the bowels stomach liver and kidneys strong and active for vigorous health and happiness. It positions the product as a daily tonic to maintain bodily balance and vitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Simols
Bardock Blash
Strike of Molders Likely After Wage Demand Rejected
Cleveland, June 30. At a National Founders' Association meeting the demand for a twenty five cent per day wage increase was rejected. The four state district Ohio Michigan Kentucky Tennessee represents big firms and millions in capital. A strike involving several thousand molders seems likely to start next Monday, affecting nearly 1000 molders in Cleveland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Bailey's Laxative Tablets advertise cure for constipation
An old ad promotes Bailey's Laxative Tablets to relieve constipation and improve complexion. It claims a tablet or two at night starts mornings well, with 100 package sets of 20 tablets and 250 packages of 60 tablets, chocolate coated, labeled W. J. Bailey Lakeside Medicine Co Chicago. Sample offered, sold by Rushton's drug store in Bikhbart Indiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bailey
W. J. Bailey
Lakeside Medicine Co
Chicago
Rushton
Bikhbart
Ind
Mystery of a Philadelphia cab death noted
Philadelphia June 30 A cab mystery surrounds the death of Miss Anna E. Graham a handsome young woman engaged to a Pittsburg citizen. She died suddenly in a carriage outside her parents home at 2838 Columbia avenue while en route to visit her aunt. Her mother received a telephone note saying she was ill.
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Philadelphia
Fergus Hume
Anna E. Graham
Pittsburg
Columbia Avenue
Anna
Grain coffee substitute praised by family
A letter from Fannie Williams of LeRoy New York extols Genessee Pure Food Co grain coffee as a safer alternative to coffee. She notes her mother, a heavy coffee drinker, has quit coffee and the family uses a package weekly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buchanan, Mica
Genessee Pure Food Co
LeRoy
Fannie Williams
Naval Gathering at Triest Matches Largest Adriatic Fleet
The Baltimore, due July 4, will join the British Mediterranean fleet of 39 ships and 20 American vessels at Trieste on June 30. The combined naval gathering will be the largest seen in the Adriatic, with festivities planned for the occasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Triest
Trieste
United States
Cfsiger
Baltimore
Adriatic
Cheap Insurance In Fifty Cent Kidney Cure Claim
An advertisement claims a fifty cent bottle of Foley's Kidney Cure can insure against Bright's disease diabetes or other dangerous ailments. Houseworth Bros promote this product as the sole remedy and warn against taking any other treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S Juan
Bright
Foley
Houseworth Bros
Chinese Nabobs in Manila Describe Grand Barracks Residence
The article portrays an opulent Manila residence used as barracks for two companies of the Thirty-sixth infantry. It highlights marble courtyard paving, a spacious back garden, a fountain, grand piano, carved furniture, tapestries, French mirrors, and modern American kitchen gear, signaling luxury for soldiers off duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manila
Thirty-sixth Infantry
New York Post
Allen's Foot-Heace advert for foot powder in 19th century
An advertisement promotes Allen's Foot-Hease powder as a cure for painful feet, corns, bunions, sweating, and tired feet. It claims instant relief, comfort for tight shoes, and availability at druggists and shoe stores with trial packages and mail orders from LeRoy New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Ailen
Olmsted
LeRoy, N. Y
Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Promoted for Digestive Ailments
In a daily market report style notice, Dr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin is advertised as guaranteed to cure constipation indigestion sick headache and stomach trouble. Sold by Thomas' drug store.
We are what we feed on example exchange
A Brooklyn Life excerpt shows Mr. Hixson quoting a theory that we are what we eat. Mrs. Hixson interrupts, declaring she already believes. He protests with embarrassment as she jokes about always having lobster for supper.
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Mr. Hixson
Mrs. Hixson
Brooklyn
New Jersey Population Skews Between Night and Day
The 2,000,000 resident estimate for New Jersey drops to about 1,800,000 at noon as 200,000 are at work or shopping in New York and Philadelphia, according to the New York Sun.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Jersey
Jersey
New York
Philadelphia
N. Y. Sun
Earmarks of Literary Ability
A brief jest about critics and social status from the Indianapolis Journal notes a critic praising Belinda’s background. The quip mentions the father meeting the prince of Wales and belonging to the best society as the reviewer’s favorable comment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belinda
Prince of Wales
Indianapolis Journal
Man and wife roles clash in humorous exchange
In a witty dialogue, Mrs. Young and Mrs. Strong debate managing husbands. Mrs. Young questions letting him think he is steering, while Mrs. Strong argues men should feel their inferiority. Puck style banter reflects social norms.
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Mrs. Young
Mrs. Strong
Puck
The Point of View on Wealth in Marital Choice
Clara refuses to marry for money while Maude would not marry a rich man unless he has money. The Chicago Evening News presents the contrast as a social observation on wealth and marriage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clara
Maude
Chicago Evening News
Russia in Europe Forests Claim Surfaces
A New York Sun item states Russia in Europe has about 500 million acres of forest, with roughly one third of the country covered by woods, underscoring vast timbered areas across its European portion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russia
Europe
N. Y
A Good Rule from the Chicago Democrat
A Chicago Democrat columnist urges readers to invest time in self improvement rather than reproving others, framed as a practical life maxim for personal growth and better conduct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Democrat
One Minute Cough Cure Demonstrated by Experience
It has been demonstrated by experience that consumption can be prevented by the early use of One Minute Cough Cure. This is the favorite remedy for coughs colds croup asthma a gripe and all throat and lung troubles. Cures quickly. Houseworth Bros. Bind your old magazines Trout will do the work for you in a satisfactory manner at a low price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houseworth Bros
Troth
Woolley and Metcalf Nominated by Prohibition Party
The national Prohibitionist convention in Chicago nominated John G. Woolley of Illinois for president and Henry B. Metcalf of Rhode Island for vice president. Woolley defeated Silas Swallow of Pennsylvania 380 to 320 on the first ballot. Metcalf won 349 to 113 for Eaton and 13 for Carskadon. The body adjourned after raising 7,000 dollars for the campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
John G. Woolley
Illinois
Henry B. Metcalf
Rhode Island
Mr. Woolley
Silas Swallow
Pennsylvania
Mr. Metcalf
E. L. Eaton
Iowa
T. R. Carskadon
West Virginia
Woolley
Swallow
Arkansas
Oliver W. Stewart
National Committee
Stewart
Cary
United States
Republican Party
Prohibition Party
Democratic Party
Kansas City
America
H. L. Castile
M. L. Quay
Christian Party
Mr. Castle
Quay
Harrisburg
Ferguson
Wytmmnead
John Hipp
Colorado
McKinley
Wesleyan University
Law School
University of Michigan
Supreme Court of Illinois
Supreme Court of Minnesota
Supreme Court of the United States
Paris
Minneapolis
Minn
Prohibition
Providence County Savings Bank
Church of Our Father
Pawtucket
R. I
Metcalf
Cycling Ups and Downs and Banner Salve Ad Meta
A brief ad-like notice promotes Banner Salve from Houseworth Bros as a quick healing product for cuts and bruises after cycling.
Lion Breaks Cage Sparks Panic at Coney Island Menagerie
A lion at Coney Island escaped its cage frightening crowds after tipping the enclosure. The animal killed a kangaroo and started to attack a Shetland pony before attendants recaptured it with no serious injuries reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coney Island
Milwaukee
Wis
England
Uilda
Foley's Kidney Cure Endorsed for Kidney Ailments
A brief claim notes Foley's Kidney Cure as a safe remedy for Bright's disease diabetes and gravel. The ad cites Houseworth Bros as the source and promotes neglecting back ache or kidney trouble as a policy to avoid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Bright
Houseworth
Book larnin' and jury duty mix in tales of practicality
An elderly speaker laments overvaluing book learning and recalls his nephew, Sister Susan's youngest, who, despite good pay, only studies books. He mentions the young man being drawn for a murder jury in York, noting the warning against impracticality.
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Susan
York
Detroit Journal
Gentleness Highlighted as Core Christian Grace
Detroit Free Press quotes praise for gentleness as a vital Christian virtue. The text pairs gentleness with manliness and womanliness, noting its value across genders and calling it a hallmark of true character.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit Free Press
The Ladies in the Savage Bachelor Toast
The toastmaster calls Mr Grouch to respond to the toast the ladies. The savage bachelor rises pale and firm and proclaims The ladies God bless them nevertheless. Chicago Inter Ocean reports the moment with a sharp humor.
DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve Endorsed By Houseworth Bros
For burns injuries piles and skin diseases use DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve the original. Counterfeits may be offered. Use only De Witt's Houseworth Bros.
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DeWitt’s
Houseworth Bros
Oldest Brick House Near Gethsemane Kentucky
An 1781 brick house near Gethsemane Kentucky, built by Capt. Samuel Pottinger, features walnut interior carpentry, hand-forged doors and frames, Virginia locks and hinges, buffalo-hair plaster, marking it as the area’s oldest brick structure.
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Gethsemane
Kentucky
Samuel Pottinger
Maryland
Virginia
Bavaria Claims World’s Longest Lightning Rod
Bavaria boasts the longest lightning conductor in the world rising above the meteorological station on the 4Zug Spitze, the empire’s highest point, and extending five and a half kilometers down to Hollenthal where water runs year round. The structure stands nearly three and a half miles long.
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Bavaria
German Empire
Hollenthal
Negro Laborers Driven Out in Mississippi County
In Poplar Bluff Mississippi County farmers, facing labor shortages, imported black workers. A masked mob burned their shanties and ordered all to leave within 24 hours. Two men who fired on the mob were captured, hanged briefly, then released. Farmers threaten to hire Chinese labor.
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Poplar Bluff, Jr
Mississippi County
Banner Salve Honored As Universal Healer
An old advertisement proclaims Banner Salve as the ultimate remedy for cuts burns sores piles and skin diseases and claims universal healing power praised by all for its efficacy and value.
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Houseworth
Fire from Colombian War tops City News
A private telegram from Colombia reports grave conditions at Carthagena and Savanilla with fighting ongoing and foreign residents fleeing. In Morencia Arizona a $1 million fire wipes out the Detroit Copper Mining plant owned by Phelps Dodge. A new Manila college opens with Taft in attendance as hundreds witness the ceremony.
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Kingston
Colombia
Carthagena
Savanilla
West
Morencia
Ariz
Detroit Copper Mining Company
Phelps, Dodge & Co
New York
Guaranteed Dr Osidwell Syrup Pepsin sale at Thomas' drug store
A guaranteed Dr Osidwell Syrup Pepsin sale offers a refund if it does not meet its promised effects. Call for a booklet detailing the product and guarantee and visit Thomas' drug store for purchase information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Osidwell
Thomas’ Drug Store
Judge Stough Not in Danger
Morris Ill June 30 Judge Stough has been ill at his home for several weeks. He returned from Chicago for rest but fell ill with rheumatism and other complications. His condition has not been dangerous at any time.
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Morris
Judge Stough
Chicago
One Minute Cough Cure Ad From Houseworth Bros
An advertisement promotes One Minute Cough Cure as the only harmless remedy yielding immediate results. The brief note credits Houseworth Bros as the sellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houseworth Bros
Persian Kurds Raid Turkish Territory. Timour Khan Killed
A party of Persian Kurds led by Timour Khan under Russian protection raided Turkish lands near Serai Roumania. Ottoman troops engaged them and Timour Khan and two of his nephews were killed in the encounter.
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Constantinople
Timour Khan
Serai
Roumania
Timour
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Charles Lochner
Daily Market Report
Chicago U Board of Tracts
Silo
Ense
National Prohibitionists' Ticket
Gmenry B. Metcalf
Rhode
Islance
Dr Swallow
Amore
Wilwaukee
Paralfine
Standard Oil CO
Vandalia Line
South Bend
Terre Haute
Logansport
C. M. Wireler
T. P. Avent
Ferre Haute
E. A. Ford
St. Louis
Caroline E. Bottorit
Eikhart
Noutice
Joseph L. Rotiarit
Caroline BE. Bottorit
Las
Althour
Cirensic Court
Elkhurt Circuit Court
Goshen
Levis A. Dennert
Elkburt Circuit Court
State of
Indiana
Elkhart County
Margaret E Delano
Tate
Michael B Shea
Chamberlain & Turner
New College
Guerrero
Taft
American Commission
American Educational Department
Bue
Boston
Cincinnati
Columbus
Dayton, O
Springfield, C
Pecks
Indianapolis
M. B. Ingalls
Warren J. Lynch
Cincinne
Ma Oe
VIA
Gen
Tkt
W. J. Deppe
Cincinnati, O
W. P. Deppe
Genl. Pays
Tkt. Agt
A.G.P
T. AG
Cincinnaty,.o
A. S. Johnson
M. D
Battle Creek
Mich
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