Commodore Dewey Career From Civil War to Asiatic Station
The article chronicles George Dewey’s naval service from the Civil War aboard the Mississippi and Fort Fisher actions to his rise through the ranks. It notes his early Vermont roots, academy appointment in 1854, commissions in 1861 and 1865, commands on the Narragansett and Dolphin, and leadership roles on the Pensacola and Asiatic station, culminating in his commodore status in 1896. It also mentions later political commentary on Democratic gains since 1896.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Dewey
United States
Manilla
Philippine Islands
Mississippi
Farragut
Commodore Dewey
Vermont
Naval Academy
Mediterranean
Dewey
Fort Sumter
West Gulf
Mississippi River
New Orleans
Bailey
Fort St. Philip
Port Hudson
Agawan
North Atlantic
Fort Fisher
Kearsarge
Colorado
Narragansett
Pacific
Lighthouse Board
Juniata
Asiatic Station
Dolphin
Pensacola
Board of Inspection and Survey
New York Sun
Johnny, Get Your Gun Warning From Pittsburg Dispatch
A Pittsburg National Guard member who had been absent for nearly a year wired his captain for days asking when to report for duty. The captain replied by wire, then sent a concise telegram to the missing militiaman named John. Johnny arrived recently and showed the message to his comrades.
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National Guard
Pittsburg
John
Johnny
Hood's Sarsaparilla Cures Ringworms Says Patient
PepsEr r I Hendrikson of Deer Creek Iowa details a three year battle with ringworms on his cheeks and raw skin. After buying six bottles of Hood's Sarsaparilla he reports complete cure after two years with no relapse. He attributes permanency to Hood's Sarsaparilla the great blood purifier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hood
Free bottles offer for lung cure by New York chemist
An eminent New York chemist T A Slocum claims a universal cure for consumption and lung diseases and offers three free bottles of his New Discoveries to readers of The Fairfield Tribune. He cites letters of gratitude and invites afflicted readers to request the remedy by writing to 98 Pine Street New York and to mention the Tribune in Fairfield Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
T. A. Slocum
Fairfield Tribune
Science Daily
M. D
Pine Street
Tribune
Fairfield
Owa
Dewey Heroic Victory Echoes Across United States
The article recalls Navy leaders from multiple states praising Admiral Dewey after Manila Bay. It notes Dewey’s decisive action against Spain, mentions officers like Nehemiah Dyer, Benjamin Lamberton, Asa Walker, and E P Wood, and highlights triggered patriotic fervor in America and echoes of past battles and slogans.
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Nehemiah M. Dyer
Baltimore
Massachusetts
Farragut
Pennsylvania
Benjamin P. Lamberton
Boston
Norfolk Navy Yard
Concord
Asa Walker
New Hampshire
E. P Wood
Petrel
Ohio
Dewey
Manilla Harbor
Decatur
Philadelphia
Sam Houston
Texas
Alamo
Hong Kong
Maine
Manilla
Washington
Europe
Brilliant Speech by Harri Son Before Battery Company
The ex president delivered a stirring address in Indianapolis presenting a flag to young women. He urged a humane war for Cuba and the oppressed, stressing moral courage and duty for troops, and praised the sisters who send the flag to inspire victory and peaceful benevolence.
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Indianapolis
Europe
Cuba
America
West Indies
Far
United States
Cascarets Advertise Cure for Constipation Forever
In a historic advertisement a laxative product Cascarets promises relief from constipation with candy like tablets. The copy emphasizes a money back guarantee if the CCC fails to work.
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C.C.C
The Cuba of the East Bon Fernando Magalhaens Discovered the Philippines
A historical overview traces Magellan's 1521 discovery of the Philippine archipelago and its later eventful history. It notes the islands’ size, population, and geography, the long struggle against Spanish rule, and signals of potential renewed revolts aided by American interests.
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Manilla
Dewey
Phillipine Islands
Asia
China Sea
Hongkong
Luzon
Cuba
Philippines
Admiral Dewey
Fernando Magalhaens
Magellan
Pacific
Samar
Philippine
Mactan
Juan Sebastian Cano
Spain
Vitoria
A Woman's Work Triumphs Over Inflammatory Rheumatism
Mrs. George L. Rogers of Canton New York suffered thirteen years from inflammatory rheumatism and related ailments. After trying many remedies she began Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People and soon improved. She praises the pills for purifying blood and restoring health and church attendance. The pills are sold by all druggists.
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George L. Rogers
West Main Street
Canton
N. Y
Methodist Church
Williams
English Capture of Manila and Its Aftermath
The piece recounts the 1762 British capture of Manila during the Manila Bay operation led by Sir William Draper, the surrender of Medina, and the ransom paid for the city. It notes the Santa Trinidad prize and a Lima treasure ship, and argues Spain’s loss of the Philippines would hurt its old-age sustenance and debt, with reflections on future American interests.
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Philippines
Philip II
Havana
Cornish
William Draper
Madras
Manilla Bay
Manilla
St. Diego
St. Andrew
Marquis de Medina
Medina
Stork Bath
Santa Trinidada
Philippine Islands
Acapulco
Spain
Lima
Floridas
China Sea
Cuba
New York Sun
Authorized Capital Paid Up Capital Liability of Stockholders
Stock company notice outlines authorized and paid up capital levels and the liability of stockholders. Formal filing details indicate the extent of shareholder responsibility and capital structure for the corporation.
Local Bank Adverts For Real Estate Loans And Custodian Services
Transacts general banking business offering real estate and personal loans at reasonable rates. Provides safekeeping of wills and valuable papers. Deposits earn interest at 4 percent per year for a minimum six months.
No Interest Paid on Demand Deposits
OFFICERS: J. E. ROTH, Prest. JOS. RICKSHER, V. Pres, JOHN DAVIES, Cashier.
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J. E. Roth
Jos. Ricksher
V. Pres
John Davies
Directors Named for Board Meeting
Directors J. E. Roth J. Ricksher E. A. Howard F. Cassel Lee T. Gobble J. 3. McKenney J. D. Leggett and W. Lamson Thos. Louden listed as members of the board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Roth
J. Ricksher
E. A. Howard
F. Cassel
Lee T. Gobble
J. 3. McKenney
J. D. Leggett
W. Lamson
Thos. Louden
Stockholders List Includes Rothy Louden Parrett and Bradshaw Names
A lengthy roster of stockholders is presented, listing numerous individuals such as J. E. Roth, James Louden, E. A. Howard, D. G. Higley, W. E. Bradshaw, J. B. McKenney, Ed Hunt, and many others, including Mrs. N. M. Slagle and J. Turney & Co, among the names.
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J. E. Roth
James Louden
E. A. Howard
D. G. Higley
W. E. Bradshaw
J.8
McKenney
Ed. Hunt
Geo. W. Ball
R. F. Rateliff
W. A.son
Joseph Roth
E. F. Simmons
Chris. Roth
Wm. C. Hawk
J. H. Allender
Louden
A. F. Cassell
H. F. Booker
August Walgren
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Commodore George Dewey
Chicago Chronicle
New York City
Buffalo
Albany
Syracuse
Rochester
Troy
Newark
Jersey City
New Jersey
Chicago
Illinois
Cincinnati
Louisville
Kentucky
Milwaukee
Wisconsin
Detrot
Michigan
Republic
Indiana
Deer Creek
Hood’s
Druggists
Science
Mars
Harri
Bon Fernando Magalhaens
Philip II of Spain
W. BR. Newman
Staunton
S.s.s's Blood
Swift Specific Company
Atlanta, Ga
THE
CASA
Uae
Iowa
State Savings Bank
Cardus
Ladies’ Advisory Department
Chattanooga Medicine Conooga, Tenn
Louisa Hale
Jefferson, Ga
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