England and American response to the Maine crisis
The piece criticizes U S officials for weak handling of the Maine incident and compares it to Britain’s 1861 firmness in the Trent affair. It argues the United States must act decisively to avoid a dangerous precedent and lasting national embarrassment for future generations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
America
Spain
Maine
Woodford
Madrid
Russell
Trent
Amerca
Crossing the Line Cries for Quick War With Spain
The St. Louis Republic reports Spain rejects the American ultimatum and the U S fleet sails from Key West to Havana. President and cabinet, with senators, urge swift hostilities to avenge the Maine and to support Cuban independence as the flying squadron sails to Porto Rico and St Vincent to engage Spain. The war, it says, should be brief and decisive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis Republic
Madrid
Spain
Woodford
United States
Naval Board of Strategy
Secretary of the Navy
Key West
Havana
Sampson
Morro Castle
Cuba
Hampton Roads
Schley
Porto Rico
St. Vincent
Maine
Sigsbee Replies on Havana Bull Fight Attendance
Captain Sigsbee replies to a Boston pastor and Robert Dolliver about attending a Havana bull fight aboard the Maine. He says the visit tested Spaniards' feelings toward the ship under dire circumstances and asserts his conscience is clear, thanking the sender for their kind wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sigsbee
Maine
Havana
Robert H. Dolliver
Boston
Mass
Revere
Divine Providence
C. D. Sigsbee
U. S. Navy
Chinese Shave Habits and Barber Tricks in Kwantung
The Windsor Magazine notes that Chinese shaving relies on wet towels and no lather. It contrasts Chinese face shaving with Western soap and comb use, praising the dexterity of Chinese barbers and their daily room visits, while noting the practice of waiting to wash before shaving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middle Kingdom
Windsor Magazine
Kwantung
Very Tall Kneeling
An officer recalls a tall rebel private nicknamed Little Mack, about 6 feet 3 inches, famed for bravery. During a planned surprise attack the man remained calm with only his head above a stone fence, insisting he was kneeling until ordered to lower his head or risk being shot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Little Mack
Mack
Free bottles offer for lung cure from New York chemist
An eminent New York chemist T A Slocum offers three free bottles of his claimed cure for consumption and lung diseases to readers of The Fairfield Tribune. He cites thousands cured and asks readers to write with address details to 98 Pine Street New York, noting the offer in Fairfield Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
T. A. Slocum
Fairfield Tribune
Science Daily
M. D
Pine Street
Tribune
Fairfield
Owa
Educate Your Sewers With Cascarets Candy Cathbarth
An advertisement claims Cascarets candy Cathbarth cures constipation and promises a refund from druggists if it fails. The copy touts education for bowel health and lists a 25 cent price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C.C.C
Ex Confederates Reject Spanish Aid Claim
The Omaha World Herald reports ex Confederates scoff at Spain seeking southern help against U S forces. Jerry Small of Tennessee declares southern veterans will not aid Spain, asserting they fought Uncle Sam and now oppose foreign interference. They warn Spaniards against misguided expectations and mock the notion of southern support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha
Spain
Uncle Sam
Jerry Small
Tennessee
Owensboro
Jerry
Sam
Morro
Why Nations Go to War Sermon by Rev Dr Cathell Des Moines
The sermon argues nations go to war because there is no higher governing power over nations unlike individuals under courts. It contrasts civilian dispute resolution with international conflict, noting that courts back their judgments with national force, while nations lack a comparable authority to enforce just outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cathell
Des Moines
Court of Justice
Costly executions in eighteenth century Holland bills
The London Chronicle notes Edam's museum displays bills from Dutch executioners. Vogel charged 6 florins for a decapitation, 8 for sword and winding sheet, and 6 for hanging, plus 27 for nine lashes. By 1764 Ka billed 150 florins per hanging head and 225 florins for torturing multiple persons, suggesting reforms toward economy and humanity in Holland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edam
Holland
London Chronicle
Vogel
Capital Offenses Listed for Sixteenth Century England
In England during the sixteenth century stealing above twelve pence burning haystacks killing or stealing sheep breaking a dike or bridge breaking a fish pond bank cutting down an orchard tree and tearing or defacing garments in the street were capital offenses and punished as such.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Paris Theaters Publicize 8500 Free Tickets Daily
Theaters in Paris report giving away an average of 8,500 free tickets each day. This practice boosts attendance and visibility for performances across multiple venues in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Anecdotes On Mrs Carlyle From The New York Independent
A reminiscence details Mrs Thomas Carlyle’s wit during dinners, her satirical notes on living figures, and a shoemaker shop anecdote ending with her mistaken identity. It notes deep mutual affection with her husband and contrasts her private life with later public misunderstandings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dickens
Miss Welsh
Froude
New York Independent
Greeks Offer Crown To Danish Prince
Thirty four years ago in Copenhagen a Greek deputation asked the Danish king to crown his great nephew Prince George. The king invited the youth to seat beside him and saluted him as a fellow sovereign signaling royal approval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denmark
Prince George
Swift's Specific Spring Health Preventive
An advertisement extols Swift's Specific as a spring health tonic to cleanse the blood, tone the system, prevent loss of appetite, and fortify against summer illnesses. It urges readers to take the remedy seasonally for renewed strength.
S.S.S. Blood Remedy Promoted as Purely Vegetable Tonic
An advertisement touts S.S.S. as a leading blood purifier and tonic. It claims to renew appetite and strengthen the stomach, emphasizing a vegetable formula with no arsenic or minerals. The copy urges readers to take S.S.S. for a healthy summer.
New Era in Medicine Promises Affordable Cure for Women
A Lancaster woman credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People with curing her long standing female disorders after failed treatments. The pills, claimed to act on blood and nerves, restore strength, relieve cramps and fainting, and are touted as a modern medical breakthrough.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ada Ms. Herr
North
Charlotte Street
Lancaster
Tiny
Dr. Williams
The Split Infinitive in Letters to the Editor
G Bernard Shaw argues against split infinitives and mockery of English usage. He defends the infinitive’s role and criticizes editors and self styled experts who police grammar, urging readers to prefer style over rigid rules. He mocks those who pontificate on whether to pronounce color or honor and cautions against bogus etymology.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
London Chronicle
G. Bernard Shaw
Academy of Letters
Black and White Effects in Fashion and Millinery
Black and white silks satins and brocades imported for spring fashion appear in dresses and millinery. Black and white stripes or dots along with cream silks and veiled blouses create stylish waists and outfits for women, with accessories like cream ribbons or pink cerise satin for impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Post
Local Bank Advertises Real Estate and Personal Loans
Transacts general banking business with loans at reasonable rates for long or short terms secured by real estate or personal security. Provides custodial services for wills and valuables. Interest at four percent per year on deposits for periods not less than six months.
Local Names Listed in Public Notice Fragment
Readable fragment lists individuals including J. E. Roth J. Reeksher E. A. Howard A. F. Cassel Lee T. Gobble J. B. McKenney C. D. Leggett R. W. Lamson Thos. Louden as part of an itemized notice in the public records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Roth
J. Reeksher
E. A. Howard
A. F. Cassel
Lee T. Gobble
J. 8. McKenney
C. D. Leggett
R. W. Lamson
Thos. Louden
Stockholders List Includes Local Notables
A long roster of stockholders names appears in the document, listing individuals such as J. E. Roth James Louden E. A. Howard D. G. Higley and W. E. Bradshaw along with many others including Mrs. N. M. Slagle and J. Turney & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Roth
James Louden
E. A. Howard
D. G. Higley
W. E. Bradshaw
Alchemey
Ed. Hunt
Geo. W. Ball
R. F. Rateliff
W. A.lamson
Joseph Roth
E. F. Simmons
Chris. Roth
Wm. C. Hawk
J. H. Allender
Louden
A. F. Cassell
H. F. Booker
August Wal
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Sigsbeer
Hood
G. F. Norris
Larabee
Iowa
Knute P. Neste
Decorah
Science
Thomas Carlyle
S.S
Bernard Shaw
Castoria
State Savings Bank
Jos. Ricksher
V. Pres
John Davies
North Pacific Coast
California
Portland
Oregon
Alaska
Klondike
Kansas
Oklahoma
Texas
John, Sebastian, G. P. A
Chicago, Ill
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