Taxation and tax dodgers under the tariff and income tax debate
A political column criticizes the income tax clause of the Wilson tariff law, noting its Supreme Court reversal and Republican accusations of anarchism. It argues the decision harmed the people and that voters feel betrayed by party rhetoric and targeted taxation benefiting favored classes.
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Supreme Court
Chicago
Republican Party
McKinley
Gen. Harrison
Democratic Party
Times Herald condemned for party patriotism over Cuba policy
The New York World accuses the Chicago Times Herald of shifting from anti intervention to jingoism over Cuba. It argues the paper uses free Cuba as a political weapon to aid McKinley and the Republican Party, rather than to honor the flag or protect national peace.
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Chicago Times-Herald
Journal
Maine
Free
Cuba
Congress
Times-Herald
McKinley
Times- Herald
Balm receives prompt relief from Ely Cream Balm
A Dover resident reports quick relief for catarrh after using Ely Cream Balm. The letter notes a shelf of various cures and predicts Ely's Balm will dominate. Distribution details list Ely Bros at 56 Warren Street New York with full size 50 cents and trial 10 cents, plus mail order.
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Dover
N. H
Ely Bros
Ely
Franklin Freeman
Warren St
N. Y
New Great South American Kidney Cure Promises Quick Relief
Relief in six hours claimed for kidney and bladder ailments. The ad touts prompt pain relief in bladder kidneys and back for both genders and immediate relief of water retention. Sold by J. D. McDowell & Co in Fairfield Iowa.
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J. D. McDowell & Co
Fairfield
Iowa
Dr Agnew’s Cure for the Heart Promises Quick Relief
A testimonial from Thomas Petry of Aylmer, citing five years of heart disease and fatigue, claiming Dr Agnew’s Cure for the Heart gave instant relief in thirty minutes and four bottles completely cured him. The product is sold by J D McDowell and D G Higley.
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Dr. Agnew
Relef
Thos. Petry
Aylmer,Inc
J.D. McDowell
D. G. Higley
Everybody Says So Cascarets Candy Cathartic Ad
advertisement touts Cascarets Candy Cathartic as a wonderful medical discovery that cleanses the entire system and cures colds headaches fever constipation and biliousness. urges purchase of boxes priced 10 25 or 50 cents with guarantee by all druggists.
Disheartened Naval Officer Urges War Over Maine Disaster
A Chicago woman receives a letter from an officer aboard the Baltimore in Honolulu. He argues the Maine explosion demands immediate action against Spain, pressing for war if Cuba is not freed and Spain not expelled within forty eight hours. He denounces diplomacy, calls Spain a villain, and urges US naval readiness to avenge fallen sailors.
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United States
Maine
Chicago
Baltimore
Honolulu
China
Spain
Cuba
France
Proved Priceless Ruby Coats and Cinnamon Flavor
Advertisement notes Dr Agden's Liver Pills as household favorites purporting to purify blood tone nerves brighten complexion and banish headaches. Claims 40 doses cost 10 cents and lists J D McDowell and D G Higley as sellers.
Freakish Well on the Tennessee River Reveals Mysterious Waters
A Louisville Post account recalls a Purchase region gentleman describing an abandoned well on the Tennessee river. He notes it fills with limestone water in summer droughts and dries in fall, while sources claim steam, iron mineral water, and deadly withdrawals mark the strange site.
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Tennessee
Louisville Post
First Duty of War Correspondents Questioned
The managing editor of a new journal asks what is the first duty of a war correspondent. He quotes the Chicago Post suggesting the duty is to have his picture taken showing his appearance in field gear.
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Chicago Post
Evolution of Oven Heating in Modern Bakeries
The article contrasts ancient Pompeii style wood fired ovens with modern bakeries using floor fires gas or steam heated ovens for controlled temperatures and loaf production.
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Pompeii
Via
Spelling Reform Debate as Seen in The Academy
The Academy argues against phonetic spellings and for word recognition by sight. It notes that while certain forms like program and jewelry may be simpler, overall English should be trimmed and weeded rather than adopting drastic reforms.
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Frans
Academy
Chased Up a Tree and Lived on Possum Tale
An African American man fled dogs guarding a farmhouse, climbed a swamp tree and stayed two days. He survived by a possum in the tree, describing fear of the farmer with his gun and the dogs guarding below in a humorous Civil War era style.
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Atlanta Constitution
From Her Point of View Keeps Humorous Parlor Tale
A lady notices her servant Mary showing a sly interest in the parlor art. Mary chooses the armless Venus of Milo as her favorite and quips that it is the easiest to boast about, prompting light humor in Harlem Life.
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Mary
Harlem
Catarrh Cure Claim Draws Easton Reader Support
A testimonial from B L Eagan of Easton Pa touts Dr Agpews Catarrhal Powder with immediate relief from catarrh after a single puff. The note claims thousands have benefited and lists J D McDowell and D G Higley as sellers.
To Cure Constipation Forever Take Cascarets Candy Cathartic
A text ad markets Cascarets Candy Cathartic as a permanent cure for constipation offering 10c or 25c sizes and a druggist refund if no relief. The claim emphasizes guaranteed results and a money back option.
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C.C.C
Peruna Credited By Texas Merchant For Grippe Cure
A Marshall Texas merchant Mr W E Wyatt writes Dr Hartman praising Peruna after suffering la grippe four times and finding relief after taking six bottles He urges others afflicted to try Peruna The letter claims la grippe demoralizes the nervous system and credits Peruna as a perfect remedy with a free book of testimonials available from the Peruna Drug Manufacturing Company Columbus Ohio
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Marshall
Texas
W. E. Wyatt
Hartman
Wyatt
la Grippe
Peruna
Peruna Drug Manufacturing Company
Columbus Ohio
Fare Noted: Man Plays Fare Checking Prank on Conductor
In a Philadelphia Times tale a man with a newspaper pays his fare but treats the conductor with mock politeness. The exchange repeats on the platform as both ask if the fare was rung up, ending with the man smiling at home.
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Philadelphia Times
Discrepant remarks over piano lessons and arithmetic
A Detroit Free Press excerpt portrays a mother boasting about vast means and pressuring her daughter Dolly to pursue piano lessons at high cost while defending a critical stance on arithmetic. The exchange centers on parental demands and the daughter’s earnest practice.
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Dolly
Detroit Free Press
Remarkable Franco German War Rifle Remark
A British traveler recalls finding a chassepot rifle from Gravelotte with two bullets meeting point to point in the barrel. The Englishman handed the gun to a correspondent who removed the bullets, preserving the barrel despite a near miss.
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Gravelotte
London Telegraph
Extraordinary Fire Sale Ad Read by Philadelphia Paper
An advertisement described as an Extraordinary Fire Sale invites customers to call and inspect goods that are said to still be warm, as reported by the Philadelphia North American.
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Philadelphia
Chalky Bed of the Atlantic at Great Depths
The bed of the Atlantic from 400 to 2000 fathoms is coated with an exceedingly fine chalky sediment largely composed of minute broken shells. The deposit described as an onze consists of delicate shell fragments spread across the ocean floor.
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Atlantic
Eternal Fires Near Caspian Sea Spark Ancient Legend
Near the Caspian Sea several "eternal fires" burn where natural gas escapes from the ground. Local natives call the phenomenon legendary and says the fires have burned for ages.
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Caspian Sea
The Cost of Trains and Car Upkeep
Chicago and Alton official argues rail passenger cars cost from six to twelve thousand dollars bare, plus annual maintenance and capital costs. He cites a master car builder noting about $500 for a post service inspection and another $500 for shop repairs and upkeep. Kansas City Journal.
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George J. Charlton
Chicago and Alton Railroad
Mr. Charlton
Kansas City Journal
Paris Dual Flowering Horse Chestnuts Chart Seasonal Trick
Paris hosts 17000 horse chestnut trees and 26000 buttonwoods that bloom twice yearly. Trees die back in July then regrow flowers and leaves, explained by scientists as infection by a wind blown fungus lingering in sap.
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Paris
Dentist Alibi Snapshot Before Tooth Extraction
An actress questions a dentist who photographs her before a tooth extraction. He explains the snap shot is to provide an alibi in case of any later damages claim over the loss of her beauty, and he proceeds with the procedure.
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Chicago Tribune
Indirect remark sparks rumor about facial wash
A terse exchange mocks circulating reports that someone did not wash their face for seven years. The speaker denies the claim and jokes that a wasp would need a shovel to sting you.
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Sinski
London
The Greatest Men and Exalted Offices
The greatest men are not always in exalted offices. It is like building stones where larger ones are harder to elevate to high positions.
The Readiest Way to Rid Censure Is Self Correction
A concise adage from De mosthenes on reducing censure through personal reform. The quote emphasizes accountability and self improvement as the quickest remedy.
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Demosthenes
Real Estate and Personal Loans Offered at Moderate Rates
Advertises money to loan on real estate or personal security with 4 percent interest per year for deposits of at least six months. Offers custodial services for wills and valuable papers at no charge and conducts business in a liberal yet safe banking manner.
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Wrangle
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Hood
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J. E. Roth
Prest
Jos. Ricksher
V. Pres
John Davies
J. Ricksher
E. A. Howard
A. F. Cassel
Lee T. Gobble
J. 8. McKenney
C. D. Leggett
R. W. Lamson
Thos. Louden
James Louden
W. E. Bradshaw
J. 3
McKenney
Ed. Hunt
Geo
W. Ball
R. F. Rateliff
W. A. Lamson
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E. F. Simmons
Chris. Roth
Wm. C. Hawk
J. H. Allender
Louden
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H. F. Booker
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