Alaska expansion praised as wise policy in early 1900s analysis
The piece argues the Alaska purchase proved prudent after gold and salmon wealth emerged. It notes Seward's 1867 treaty with Russia faced ridicule, but later Alaska’s mineral potential grew, with Nome gold claiming 7 million dollars, salmon canneries valued at 6 million, and calls for a government mine commissioner as copper and silver were found. Jefferson and Polk are cited as early expansionists whose plans were vindicated.
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Alaska
United States
Willian H. Seward
Russia
North Pole
Seward
Klondike
Alsaka
Secretary of the Interior
Nome
Hitchonck
Congress Opens With Busy Schedule After McKinley Death
Washington November 29 The fifty seventh congress is seen as one of the busiest in years with little talk and much work planned. After assembling at noon December 2 both houses will address President Roosevelt and the death of McKinley. A select committee from each state will report on a concurrent resolution for an oration in both houses.
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Washington, D. C
Congress
McKinley
Honss
Senate
Sychun
Assassina
Roosevelt
House
Thanksgiving crowds clog Cleveland suburban cars
The Lake Shore train halted by a hot box slowed thirty five to forty minutes. Crowded cars headed into Cleveland for Thanksgiving dinners and hunting trips filled suburban trains. A chicken in a market basket caused a chase on a Crowded car as a dog tangled with an elderly passenger and a hunter's rope ended the incident before the loop.
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Lake Shore
Elyria
Fhen
Tyou
John
Cleveland
Painesville
Chick
Congress to tackle wide range of reforms and projects
The agenda highlights major topics including treasuries, revenue reduction, river and timber improvements, public buildings, pensions, currency and banking revisions, irrigation, insular affairs and labor laws. Also set for attention are canal provision, merchant marine rehabilitation subsidies, and government authorization for private laying of a Pacific cable.
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Notico of Congress
New McKinter postal cards to go on sale December 1
The post office department will release a new issue of postal cards called the McKinter cards. These cards display the year of birth and year of death and move the inscription United States of America to a lower position on the card.
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Post Office Department
McKinter
United States of America
Common Branches Critique of Medina Schools Raises Reform Call
The Medina meeting criticizes public schools for neglecting the English basics and spelling. Speakers argue students misuse grammar and are not taught fundamental rules, urging reform and renewed emphasis on common branches before advancing to higher studies.
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Tn Biyrin
Reeverly
Inoy
Blyrin
Medina
Four Generations Celebrate Thanksgiving at Harry Gordon Home
A notable East Cleveland gathering featured four generations sharing Thanksgiving at Harry Gordon's home. Grandma Burdick, 83, traveled from Elyria with relatives including C. G. Ensign family, Ma. Cal Ensign, John Wenet family, E. L. Taylor and daughter, and Mrs. Dickson from Wellington. Gordon, Grassmere street resident, serves on East Cleveland’s common council.
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Harry Gordon
Cleveland
Elyria
Grandma Burdick
Elgsna
C. CG. Ensign
Cal. Ensign
John Wenet
E. L. Taylor
John Dickson
Wellington
Grassmere Street
Thanksgiving Day Weddings In Ohio Area
A Great Day Thanksgiving day brings mild joy as couples wed in Ohio towns. In Elyria the probate court issued licenses. Carlton A. Squirre and Maria A. Rowe from Hlyrio wed in the city. The next day Arthur W. Bickley and Ednad Stoddard, both from Lorain, tied the knot with Reverend Thompson officiating. Lorain saw another ceremony with Justice Tord, and Pittsfield saw James G. Hanmer marry Mary Alice M. Waite under Justice Lawrence.
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Carlton A. Squirre
Maria
A. Rowe
Hlyrio
H. Tage
Lorain
Arthur W. Bickley
Ednad Stoddard
Thompson
New Elyria gas and electric company incorporated
The Citizens Gas and Electric Company of Elyria was incorporated at Columbus with capital stock of 150000. It is unclear if this is a new firm or a reorganization of the existing gas company. The Elyria Gas and Electric Light company has stock of 100000. Special Thanksgiving services were held in all churches.
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Elyria
Columbus
Elyria Gas and Electric Light Company
Vinci the strong tonic promises health gains and satisfaction
A local endorsement extols Vinol as a superior tonic and strength builder. The ad cites Mrs. G. W. Henry of Joliet and claims Vinol concentrates essential medical elements from cod liver oil, contains no grease, and is delicious. It guarantees a refund if not satisfied after a fair trial.
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G. W. Henry
First Ave
Joliet
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Vincl
Farmers Institute to Meet in Pittsfield Center
The Lorain County Farmers Institute will hold a two day session at Pittsfield center on December 9 and 10 in the Congregational church. Sessions start at 10 a.m. Speakers from the state board of agriculture include W. WN. Cowden of Guernsey County and 7. A. Tichie of Auplaise County. Pittsfield lies on the electric line between Wellington and Oberlin with reduced rates for the meeting.
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Lorain County Farmers Institute Association
Pittsfield Center
Congregational Church
State Board of Agriculture
W. WN. Cowden
Guernsey County
A. Tichie
Auplaise County
Pittsfield
Wellington
Oberlin
McKinley Estate Appraisal Records Show Wealth
Canton November 36 The appraisers filed their report on the estate of the late President McKinley. The personal estate totals 135 800 18 including 60 152 19 life insurance. Securities, deposits and insurance reach 198 105 15. Real property not appraised. will provides for Mrs McKinley’s life then family. Estimated value 80 000 to 100 000.
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Canton
McKilley
Dend Oman
Hue Yale
McKinley
Fallen Leaves as Autumn Lawn Protection, Tribune Farmer
The Tribune Farmer advises that fallen leaves protect grass in autumn and should not be raked away. Spreading leaves over the lawn is acceptable with removal in spring. Do not rush to rake or tidy lawns early in spring. wait until all freezing days are over.
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Tribune
Dinner Party Honors 90-Year-Old Norwalk Jeweler
A Thanksgiving dinner at Mr. and Mrs. Ed H. Jackson’s home on Guotes Avenue honored Mrs. Jackson’s father, J. G. Carter of Norwalk, the nation’s oldest working jeweler. Carter, who turned 90 in July, began his Norwalk business 67 years ago, amid family and friends from Norwalk, Cleveland, New London and Oberlin. Also listed: help wanted for general work with horse care. seven room rental at Park View Court No. 120. inquiries at 123 Park View Court.
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Ed.h. Jackson
Guotes Avenue
Wanted at Once by Hustlers Selling on Installments
An ad seeks a courteous man or woman to sell goods on installment plans with easy payments and big money, listing a contact at 320 Elyria block after 5 pm. The rest of the text discusses dyspepsia remedies and a prize almanac offer, noting a medicinal claim for Auquat Flower and a Green's Prize Almanac promotion.
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Elyria Block
Bennklin Bros Announcement Glorifies Kid Ne Oids Cure
Vintage ad claims sweet cider guarantees Kid-Ne-Oids cure backache nervousness kidney and blood diseases. From experience it asserts complete cures when properly used. For particulars call H. J. Eady. Also advertises Brain-Oids pain cure at 25 cents.
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H. J. Eady
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