The Light That Follows the Holy Spirit's Gift
A devotional on Isaiah and Luke describes Jesus as the Light of the world bringing joy and deliverance. It cites prophecies of Zion, the kingdom, and the Messiah as the source of true peace and righteousness for believers and nations alike.
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D. M. Stearns
Matthew
Jesus
Nazareth
Capernaum
J. V
Christ
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Israel
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Hehem
David
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Jerusalem
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Frick resigns Carnegie Steel chair amid steel industry moves
Henry C Frick steps down as chairman of the Carnegie Steel Company board amid rumors of a merger skirmish with the Moores of Chicago. An option to buy Carnegie was set at 150 million then cut to 125 million as money market conditions shifted, leading Frick to withdraw from active control of the firm.
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Henry C. Frick
The
Carnegie Steel Company
Iron and Steel Giants
Trick
Moores of Chicago
Mr. Carnegie
Frick
Prick
Carnegie
The Socialist Mayor Dominates Massachusetts Cities
The article notes strong Social Democratic gains in Massachusetts elections. In Haverhill John G. Chase won reelection as mayor with cross party opposition defeated. The party secured three of seven aldermen. In Brockton John Weaver Sherman, another Social Democrat, was elected mayor and led five fellow party aldermen to victory.
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Bay State
Massachusetts
Social Democratic Party
John GC. Chase
Haverhill
Social Destiteratic Party
Eugene V. Debs
Mr. Chase
Brockton
John Weaver Sherman
Oom Paul Visited America in the 1870s
The Boer president Kruger visited the United States in the early 1870s before his country was a republic. He spent weeks in Michigan with relatives in Detroit, displaying bulldog courage and citing Bible verses to justify his stance. He traveled to New York and England before returning home.
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Oom Paul
America
Transvaal
Oico
United States
Kruger
South African
Sxruger
Michigan
Detroit
South Africa
New York
England
Reid the czar of Newfoundland and his memory of kin
The Philadelphia Saturday Evening Post portrays Robert G. R. Reid as Newfoundland’s financier ruler akin to Cecil Rhodes in South Africa. Born in Scotland, he rose from poverty with wit and wealth and once confronted a distant cousin who claimed he forgot his poor relatives by joking about brother’s bail money.
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Robert G. R. Reid
Newfoundland
Cecil Rhodes
South Africa
Philadelphia Saturday Evening Post
Mr. Reid
Scotland
St. Johns
Reid
Doan’s Kidney Pills Prove Helpful for Backache and Kidney Health
Mrs A Wise of 194 State St testifies to relief from backache dizziness nervousness and sleep issues after using Doan’s Kidney Pills from Emmett & Burrell. She reports improved kidney function and overall health after completing the box. Doan’s Kidney Pills are 50c per box, mailed from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY, sole U S agents. Remember the name Doan’s.
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Freeport
Thomas
Mra. A. Wise
State St
Dean
Emmett & Burrell
Doan
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
United States
Doan’s
Telegram mixup hints at family visit at depot
A comical telegram confusion centers on a name mix up R O Yellis versus Roy Ellis. John and Maria scramble to confirm identity while a sudden visit and possible marriage plans loom, prompting secrecy.
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John
R. O'Yellis
O’yellis
Q’yellis
Roy Ellis
Maria
Jesse James and Lord Dunraven in 19th century satire
A fragment from a 19th century paper humorously contrasts Jesse James at a cigar stand with the imagined exploits of the outlaw, then rails at Lord Dunraven’s yacht charges and London school board politics, noting American popular education debates and British critiques.
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Dunraven
Earl of Dunraven
Lord Dunraven
Ele
London School Board
United States
John Lobb
Ely's Cream Balm Treats Nasal Catarrh Effectively
Nasal catarrh is relieved quickly by Ely's Cream Balm a fragrant remedy applied through the nostrils. It cleanses and heals the nasal surface and is a proven specific for cold and nasal discharge. Priced 60 cents from druggists or by mail Ely Brothers 56 Warren Street New York.
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Ely
Ely Brothers
Warren Street
Where His Will Power Failed
A woman recalls her husband’s resolve to quit tobacco liquor and smoking but admits a failing in overcoming the habit of nodding at the telephone when he says yes. The anecdote ends with a sharp witticism about will power.
Two Pointed Questions About Pricing and Public Preference
A discussion explains that equal prices push the public to favor the better article, yielding higher aggregate profits. It cites Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as trusted and reliable, noting long-standing use and consistent results for coughs colds and croup sold by Emmert and Burrell, Druggists.
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Chamberlain
Emmert & Burrell
Long-serving Kirriemuir postman retires after 87 years service
David Ramsay connected with the Kirriemuir Thrums Scotland post office has served 87 years on duty. He logged 24 miles daily for 25 years and 12 miles daily for the next 12 years, totaling over 232000 miles. He never took a sick day or holidays in 37 years and has resigned due to failing health as he nears eighty. His youngest daughter steps into his role.
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Jesse James
Kansas City Times
Lfe
Ninth Street
Ben Davis
Young James
Jesse
Tesse James
David Ramsay
Kirriemuir
Thrums
Scotland
Boschee's German Syrup Endorsed For Lung Troubles
An old advertisement touts Boschee's German Syrup as a universal remedy for throat and lung diseases. It claims quick relief, reduced inflammation, and easier respiration, recommending one bottle and noting sample bottles at Emmert & Burrell.
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Emmert & Burrell
Docks Tragedy Recalled By Sailors In Candid Talk
In a brief exchange, Phil dog and Wagster recall a drowning incident at the docks. Phil dog notes a man fell in and drowned, claiming non swimming was not decisive while he himself stayed afloat by keeping his head above water during a sea voyage near the Isle of Man.
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Phildog
Wagster
Isle of Man
Chest pain relief with Chamberlains Balm as pneumonia guard
A household remedy claim shows flannel bound on the chest with Chamberlains Path Balm to ease chest pain from a cold and ward off pneumonia. The same treatment is said to cure a lame back in hours and is sold by Emmert & Burreall.
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Chamberlain
Emmert & Burreall
Eminent Statesman Plans Interview Distribution
A private secretary warns that if memos are well received the eminent statesman will do more interviews. If not, he says no reporter has visited him in six months, a claim noted by the Boston Transcript.
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Eminent’ Statesman
Eminent Statesman
Boston Transcript
Maryland family cherishes relic of Lord Baltimore rosary
In Maryland, descendants of the Lord Baltimore hold a treasured fragment of a rosary once owned by the founder. The beads are carved from Mount of Olives timber, linking the relic to historic sacred provenance.
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Lord Baltimore
Maryland
Mount of Olives
Pneumonia Cases Report Positive Results with Foley’s Honey and Tar
Dr. C. J. Bishop of Agnew Michigan states he used Foley's Honey and Tar in three severe pneumonia cases in the past month with good results. The statement is attributed to H. J. Moogk and W. F. Jung-kunz & Co.
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C. J. Bishop
Agnew, Mich
Foley
H.J. Moogk
W. F. Jungkunz
Norwegians planned deer farming for meat supply
Reindeer meat is slated to become a common and affordable menu item in Europe. Norwegian entrepreneurs operate under favorable conditions to raise large herds for slaughtering purposes.
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Europe
Kidney Cure Promised for Weary Dialysis Patients
Advertisement states Foley's Kidney Cure guarantees relief for those with incurable kidney disease. Claims it restores health and hope, urging sufferers to try the remedy offered by H. d Moogh, W. F. Jungkunz & Co.
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Foley
H. d Moogh
W. F. Jungkunz
Failed Courtship Question Reveals Gentleman’s Dilemma
A light conversation between a woman and Mr. Buchanan exposes his belief that he is unworthy of marriage. She probes his bachelor status but, after brief reflection, finds no further point to press.
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Jaack
Bantams Roost At Chicago Park Police Wagon Wheels
In the ambulance and patrol department of a Chicago park police station two bantams with one chick have established themselves as the companions of the officers. Their favorite perches are on the wheels of the ambulance or patrol wagon.
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Chicago Park
Banner Salve Healing Ointment Ad
Chapped hands and cracked lips relieved quickly by Banner Salve the most healing ointment in the world. Price 25 cents. H J Moogk W F Jungkunz & Co.
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Banner
H. J. Moogk
W. F. Jungkunz & Co
Semi-Annual Water Rents Due January First
The Freeport Water Co. announces semi annual water rents due January 1 1900 with a ten percent discount for early payment. Customers are urged to take advantage of the discount. Over post office location.
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Freeport Water Co
Family Rivalry in Tid-Bits Cartoon Panel
A humorous Tid-Bits cartoon dialogue shows a girl explaining she is making a pen wiper for her future little sister while noting Sally Stuckup has just had a baby. The exchange highlights rivalry over who gets possessions first.
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Sally Stuckup
Salmon strain study sparks Scottish fish balance concerns
The first experiment in Scotland with land locked salmon shows fry shipped ten years ago multiplied rapidly, harming native Scotch salmon as the American stock proved stronger and larger.
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Scotland
Voice Restored by Honey and Tar Sought in Markets
Benj Ingerson of Hutton Ind says Fo ova Honey and Tar revived his voice after months of whispering. H J Moogh W F Jungkunz Co report widespread use by speakers and singers. A grower in Sezanlik valley Austria claims a blue rose is produced, a long sought achievement likely to enter markets.
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Benj. Ingerson
Hutton
Ind
H. J. Moogh
W. F. Jungkunz & Co
Sezanlik
Austria
Dr W J Rideout Eye Ear Nose Throat Glasses fitter
Local surgeon Dr W J Rideout advertises eye ear nose and throat glasses fitting services at 110 Stephens Street with contact numbers listed as 2 on 3085 and 8-10.
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W. J. Rideout
Stephens
New Servant Girl Questioned by Mrs Neighbors
Mrs Neighbors asks Mrs Suburbs how she likes her new servant girl. Mrs Suburbs replies they have no new servant girl. their own girl has been with them for nearly four days. Detroit Journal.
Holiday Rates From Chicago to 400 Mile Points
The C M and St P railway offers one and one third fare round trips to destinations within 400 miles. Tickets go on sale December 23 24 25 30 31 and January 1 with return valid until January 2 1900.
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C. M.& St. P. Railway
The Final Touch
A Philadelphia North American item notes Brasley, a generous man who always aided others, and recalls his sudden death by lightning, highlighting his kind nature and fate.
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Brasley
Philadelphia
Church Fair Banter Echoes Over Empty Hats
The dialogue sketches a pair noting church fairs bore big holes in a man’s purse. Dick laments the dull fairs while Helen questions why they bore so much. The exchange highlights frugal amusement and parish fundraising realities.
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Helen
Local Cough Remedy Ad Prompt Call to Action
A notice urges the person who disturbed the congregation last Sunday to contact HA J Moogk or W Jungkunz & Co and obtain a bottle of Boley's Honey and Tar which provides relief.
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HA. J. Moogk
Jungkunz & Co
Boley
Harpster's Candy Shoplands Fresh Sweets in City
The city’s sole candy source, Harpster's on the post office block, offers fresh and pure sweets including Lowney's Plow's and Allegretti's famed confections.
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Harpster’s
Lowney’s
Plow
Midland Route Tourist Car service resumes Chicago to San Francisco
The C M and St P Ry resumes the Midland Route Tourist Car with a weekly schedule. Depart Chicago 10 35 p m Friday. Arrive Omaha 8 55 p m Saturday. Leave Omaha 6 40 p m Saturday. Arrive Colorado Springs 10 46 p m Sunday. Leave Colorado Springs 5 10 a m Sunday. Arrive Salt Lake City 7 30 a m Monday. Leave Salt Lake City 9 05 p m Monday. Arrive San Francisco 9 45 a m Wednesday. Eastbound departs San Francisco Saturday 8 00 a m for Chicago arrivals Wednesday 2 00 p m.
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Omaha
Colorado Springs
Chisago
Passenger and freight train timetable notes at Dodgsville and Freeport
The snippet lists train numbers and schedules for westbound and other lines, noting Freight trains do not carry passengers. It includes departures from Dodgsville and Chicago with times such as 10:20 am and 7:05 am and indicates daily except Sunday or Saturday services.
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Passanona
Madidonis
Aasenigers
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Casacecdee
tNo
Iseeve
Ceveea Benes
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