Well Dressed Men Top Cities Says Denver Expert
A New York merchant tailor's traveler declares Denver San Francisco Chicago and Washington lead in well dressed men while New York trails. He notes fewer standout New York outfits and attributes Denver’s better dress to incomes and taste, with comments on San Francisco and Washington styles.
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Denver
San Francisco
Chicago
Washington
New York
Financial District
Helena
Washington Post
bookmakers boastful boost air reads back for today
A Philadelphia North American quote notes a bettor boasting returning to bookmakers without placing a bet, reflecting a paradoxical day of wagering bravado without actual bets.
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Philadelphia
Woman Defies Conductor Over Ban on Dogs
In an Amsterdam Avenue car a woman with an English bulldog tries to ride after the conductor prohibits dogs. She insists on paying fare, cites prior allowances, and finally gets the dog onto her knee despite his warnings to disembark or call an officer.
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Amsterdam Avenue
Fifty-seventh Street
New York Herald
A Riddle on Clocks and Contradictions
The passage presents a paradox about clocks that run slow or stop. A clock that loses a minute daily is right only every two years, while a stopped clock is right twice daily. The dialogue teases the self contradictions in choosing which is preferable and when a clock is actually correct.
How He Discovered Her
A famed detective recalls spotting deception and reveals his own marriage exposed a woman once thought angelic. The tale hinges on a temper that erupts like a whirlwind, delivering a sharp twist to the story of discernment and trust.
They Marry Young in Boer Tradition of Dowries
In Boer custom a groom marries at 16 after finishing schooling and becoming a man of business. Brides bring dowries of cows goats and sheep along with oxen and a riding horse. Parents allot stock to each child as a nest egg for future dowries or start in life.
Burglars Take Ornamentals As Victim Details Theft
A Philadelphia North American quote records a burglary scene where a thief asks to also remove an ornamental watchdog from the front yard along with other loot. The exchange reflects a tense moment during a home invasion.
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Philadelphia
Prizefighter’s claim to gentility questioned
A cautious remark questions whether a prizefighter can be a true gentleman, noting the absence of any gentlemen within hearing. The exchange underscores the public perception of boxing’s social regard and manners.
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Indianapolis Press
Proud of His Labels On a Boston Streetcar
A stylish young man on a Fourteenth Street car carries a leather suitcase covered with travel labels from Dieppe to St. Petersburg. A fellow passenger teases him, who then learns the labels come from a cheap New York exchange and never traveled far. The incident amuses riders and sends some to the theater doors.
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Massachusetts Avenue
Dieppe
Havre
Ostend
Bremen
Cherbourg
Liverpool
Yarmouth
Naples
Constantinople
St. Petersburg
Podner
Washington
New York
the Battery
Washington Post
The Stag Beetle Climbs and Hovers Then Falls
A hedgeside scene describes a stag beetle buzzing loudly as it climbs, tests space by lifting its wing covers, and repeatedly crashes into leaves before finally launching from the top twig. The insect recovers after each tumble and repeats the ascent until taking off in a final grand flight.
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Longman’s
Bequests to Alma Mater Highlight Lawyers’ Plans
A prominent corporation lawyer notes lawyers and clients often discuss charitable bequests to alma maters during will talks. He cites a $500000 bequest he arranged and credits a young lawyer who left $100000 to his own alma mater, praising the rivalry between universities.
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Treasuries
New York Mail and Express
How Soldiers Fight Excerpt by F Norreys Connell
The passage outlines ruthless infantry conduct advising soldiers to kill as many foes as possible, prioritizing effectiveness over self preservation. It stresses ignoring opponents noting others will remember the killer and emphasizes bayonet or aimed shooting as primary tactics.
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F. Norreys-Connell
Doctor Confirms Wife’s Voice At Risk
In a conversation quoted by the Chicago Times Herald, a doctor tells a husband that his wife’s vocal cords are affected and she may lose her voice. The man requests a visit to talk, seeking comfort from the doctor's familiar voice.
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Chicago Times-Herald
Harry offers self as birthday present to Lucy
Harry struggles over a birthday gift for Lucy and finally offers himself as the present. Lucy feigns surprise and scolds him playfully for forgetting himself.
Life In a Flat Folding Pipe and Matches Joke
A humorous exchange from the Chicago Record features a man asking about a folding pipe and another replying he does not know where it is while mentioning folding matches on a folding mantel piece.
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James
Chicago
American Poultry Mixture touted as cure for cholera
An advertisement warns of a deadly poultry disease sweeping flocks and touts the America Poultry Mixture as a universal cure. It claims cholera roup and gape can be cured, promises large savings, guarantees refunds, and urges immediate use with claimed endorsements from breeders worldwide. The copy offers a sample box for $100 and targets poultry owners amid frightful losses.
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America
American Mfg. Co
Terre Haute
Ind
Temperance Tests Fail To Sell Schools On Instruction
A Chicago hearing by the National Educational Association on scientific temperance instruction in public schools drew a largely skeptical response from school superintendents. Professor Atwater argued alcohol’s caloric value, while critics warned that teaching it as food or poison misleads and could misdirect anti drink efforts. The debate underscored strong support for temperance aims but disagreement over tactics and methods.
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Chicago Tribune
Board of
National Educational Association
Chariues
W. O. Atwater
Wesleyan University
Atwater
Beauty Ad Promises Clear Skin With Cascarets
An old advertisement touts Cascarets as a beauty aid to cleanse the blood and liver. It claims clearer skin, removing pimples boils blotches and a bilious complexion with a ten cent item sold by druggists with satisfaction guaranteed.
Farmers' Club Debates Biennial Elections for U S Senators
On Saturday March 3 1900 the Farmers' Club met with Pres. Ireland in the chair to discuss opposing biennial elections and supporting the current method of selecting U S senators. Speakers including John Ross J R McElderry Ed Norvill and others argued that direct voting risks corruption, while supporters claimed the people are capable and that reform lies in voters and ethics. The meeting closed with President P Cary calling for adjournment and secretary notes.
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Ireland
U.S
John Ross
U. S
Kentucky
Montana
J. R. McElderry
Vgn
Ed Norvill
Mr. Collins
Thes
Ristocracy
Fairfield Tribune
Frazier
Geo. Cochren
O. T. Hoopes
Senate
Ohn Ross
E. Norvill
P. Cary
New Discovery Cures Throat Chest Lung Ailments
Mrs S H Lincoln recalls a widow near Machias Maine saved from pneumonia by Dr King s New Discovery after doctors warned of death She slept through the night and was cured The medicine is advertised as a cure for throat chest and lung diseases priced 50c and 100 with trial bottles free at Geo D Clarkes drug store.
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Burnham
Machias
S. H. Lincoln
Geo. D. Clarke's
Three Kinds of Stock and Poultry Food Lice Killer
Product notice for poultry and livestock care listing three types of stock and poultry food lice killer products. Targets chickens and horses among other stock, with usage in animal care routines. Includes brand or product line context and intended livestock applications.
Clubbing List Offers Tribune Readers Savings
The Tribune promotes a clubbing list blending THE FAIRFIELD TRIBUNE with Homestead combination and other papers like St. Louis Semi-Weekly Republic Des Moines Weekly ROCGE and Cincinnati Enquirer Laquirer. Renewal offers promise savings on new subscriptions.
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Tribune
Fairfield Tribune
Homestead
St. Louis
Republic
Des Moines
Rogge i
Ebeevels
Asecessee
Ciocinceti
Laquirer
THE
Hall's Catarrh Cure advertisement and endorsements
An 19th century style ad offers one hundred dollars reward for an incurable catarrh case if Hall's Catarrh Cure fails. It includes testimonials from W East & Truax and others, claims the remedy is taken internally and penetrates blood and mucous surfaces, with price 75 cents per bottle and free testimonials.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co., Props
Toledo
Ohio
F J. Cheney
Westt & Truax
O. Walping
Kinnan & Maul Vin
Real Estate Transfers from February in Fairfield area deeds
A compiled list shows numerous quit claims and transfers in Fairfield and Batavia from February 7 to 17. Notable entries include Edwin L Bradford to W Bradford for property in Centennial addition and prices mostly nominal, several tract and lot transfers in Fisher's and Williams addtions, along with multiple 15 to 40 acre parcels in townships 17 to 18.
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Edwin L Bradford
A W Bradford
Fairfield
Lewis F Bradford
Antret W. Bradford
Centennial Additio
Andrew W Bradford
Lenna M Bradford
Centennial Addition
Effie I Ellis
Fisher
Batavia
M F Black
Martha L Jualin
D W Swartz
Mary Prevo
J G Fleenor
Ieee Humphrey
Francis Fulton
Ruth and
Elizabeth I Simmons
Henn, Williams & Co’s
John A Dahlgren
Young
Rock Island Action
Jacob Boysel
J Hayden
Walter A Lewis
Lou Vaught
C E McKee
Kate McKei
O M Ogden
J T Mitche
Henn
Thomas W Alston
Wm D Alsto
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Beauty
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Launder, Harter Harsh Mfg, CO
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W. A. Warwick
Casto Rita
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