Porto Rican tariff bill sails through House on 172 to 161 vote
Washington March 1 The Porto Rican tariff bill passed the House by 172 to 161 after Republicans amended it to cut the tariff from 25 to 15 percent and restrict it to two years. Six Republicans opposed and four Democrats supported the measure, with several members brought from beds to vote amid surrounding excitement.
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Smith
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Alabama
Brownlow
Tennessee
Tawney
Underwood
Representative Campbell Reveals Clark Case Details
Washington March 1 Representative Campbell principal prosecution counsel in the Clark case testified before the senate elections committee. He said he attended a preliminary conference among Clark supporters but slept through most talk. He denied opening the Bickford letter about Whiteside but said he advised Hill to open it to protect Whiteside from an unjust prosecution.
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Campbell
Clark
Senate Committee On Elections
Friends of
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Whiteside
Hill
McLaurin Supports Expansion Major Policy Shift
Washington March 1 The first Democrat in the Senate to back expansion, McLaurin of South Carolina, argues the Philippines trade would greatly benefit the United States, rejects imperialism fears, and says the issue is not political but strategic for the South. The Hawaiian government bill vote was postponed to 4 pm amid slow progress and a spirited debate sparked by Aldrich's finance committee remarks.
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Senate
Aldrich
McLaurin
South Carolina
Philippines
South
United States
Secretary Root to Visit Cuba for Brief Political Survey
Washington on March 1 Secretary Root announced plans for a flying trip to Cuba to conduct a quick personal examination of political and industrial conditions. He notes the approaching first elections in Cuba and aims to assess the island's situation.
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Washington
Root
Cuba
Embryo Nation in Critical Career Period
The secretary aims to give close attention during this crucial phase in the embryo nation, signaling heightened focus on development and strategic planning for future stability and growth.
STATUS OF PORTO RICO In Customs Duties Case
Ludwig Duplace of Porto Rico filed suit in the U S court of claims to recover 6584 dollars in duties paid on goods imported from the United States. He argues he is a U S citizen under the treaty of peace with Spain and the U S constitution, and that Porto Rico is part of the United States making the duties legally exacted.
Senate postpones Hawaiian bill vote amid finance bill notes
Washington March 1 The senate postponed the Hawaiian bill vote until this afternoon as Aldrich outlined conference committee changes to the financial measure. McLaurin of South Carolina urged expansion while Morgan spoke on adjournment. In the house the Porto Rican bill, altered by the Republican caucus, passed after a day of speeches with a final tally of 172 to 161.
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Senate
Aldrich
Conference
McLaurin
South Carolina
Morgan
House
Iyes
Brooke Assigned to Eastern Department Command
Washington March 1 Major General John R Brooke has been slated to command the military department of the east with headquarters in New York City. The transfer will not take effect until June next.
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Brooke
Washington
John R. Brooke
Cuba
Military Department of the East
New York City
Exchange of Old Bonds for New If Bill Becomes Law
Washington March 1 It is authoritatively stated at the treasury department that if the pending financial bill becomes law the exchange of old bonds for the new 2 per cents will be made in the order they are received at the treasury after the bill becomes law.
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Washington
Treasury Department
Treasury
House panel backs homestead aid for Spanish Philippine veterans
Washington March 1 The house committee on public lands reported favorably a bill granting soldiers who served in the Spanish or Philippine wars an allowance equal to their service time on any homestead entry they may have made.
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Washington
House Committee On Public Lands
Bubonic Plague Reported In Yucatan Island
State Health Officer Blunt announced a telegraph from Surgeon General Wyman confirming bubonic plague on Cazumel island in Yucatan Mexico. Gulf coast and Grande quarantine stations were alerted and ordered to take precautions.
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Austin
Tex
Blunt
Wyman
Cazumel
Yucatan
Mexico
Gulf Coast
Tho Grande
Wisconsin Retail Lumber Dealers Hold 3rd Annual Convention
The third annual convention of the Wisconsin Retail Lumber Dealers association opened with delegates from across the state. President W. N. Pierstorf of Middleton congratulated members on prosperity while Secretary Lachmund urged forming a committee on legislation.
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Wisconsin Retail Lumber Dealers
Milwaukee
Wisconsin Retail Lumber Dealers’ Association
W. N. Pierstorf
Middleton
Lachmund
Victim of Missouri Pacific Wreck Identified in Kansas City
Miss Emma Schmidlapp of Cincinnati died from injuries from the Missouri Pacific collision Tuesday night at Independence Missouri. The unknown woman cremated in the parlor car is believed to be Mrs M Weil wife of a St Louis merchant.
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Emma Schmidlapp
Cincinnati
Independence
University Hospital
M. Weil
St. Louis
Archbishop Hennessy Is Sinking
Archdiocese in Dubuque reports Archbishop Hennessy sinking rapidly after falling unconscious yesterday afternoon. Attendants anticipate death at any moment amid ongoing medical care and prayers.
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Archbishop Hennessy
Dubuque, Ta
Ile
Train Thug Lou Curry Killed at Dodson Missouri
In Dodson Missouri a train thug named Lou Curry was killed resisting arrest. Other items note Irish by elections in South Mayo, Boer support by John McBride, a sewer pipe cartel forming in the United States, Goebel mourning emblems removed in Kentucky, Emperor William hissed at Berlin debut of The Lion Youth, clashes between American cowboys and Mexicans at Pilares de Werra with fatalities, a Caracas carnival shooting at President Castro, a proposed bronze statue for Dom Paul Nruger in Chicago parks, a Chicago milkman saves his life by deflecting a bullet, Edinburgh University awards a Doctor of Sinson, Persian ambassador Aga discusses Russia and Persia, an appeal against cattle in stock cars, and a German pro-Boer rally in Chicago.
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Michiel Davitt
John McBride
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Iamperor
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Chicago
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General Aga
Paris
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Persia
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Cullom
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Congress
The Sunday School Lesson on Jesus in Capernaum
The lesson from Mark 1 21 34 examines Jesus teaching in the synagogue at Capernaum his authority over unclean spirits and his healings at Simon Peter's house and in the city It notes the immediate spread of fame as well as the need for believers to witness his deeds and seek continual fellowship with him
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Luke
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Lizek
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John xvii
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Tord
Itim
Isaiah
Parable of the Laborers in the Vineyard Exposition
Christian Endeavor lesson for March 4 reviews the parable of workers hired at various hours. God pays by spirit of service, not time. the householder represents God, the vineyard the church, and Christ the steward. Emphasizes unequal wages yet generous rewards for faithful, loving labor, with guidance for a prayer meeting and catechetical discussion.
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Doyle
Torie
Christ
Kingdom of Heaven
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Church
Ifor
Humor Of The Hour In A New Orleans Bachelor Den
A New Orleans bachelor recounts a comic abroad misadventure with a photo ID letter of credit. He loses his facial hair in London and, after a failed Paris bank encounter, buys a gauze beard with wire hooks, then returns to the bank to secure funds, finally succeeding.
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Dark Lantern
Jimmy
Europe
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London
Paris
A Lost Sheep the Sunday Scene
In a Sunday school vignette Mr Jerkins laments Eliza Hawkins’s feathered hat. Eliza retorts the damp weather worsens her feathers and quips that a gentleman would give her a dollar to buy new ones. The exchange reflects social manners and wit in a small community.
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Mr. Jerkins
Eliza Hawkins
Lizer
Grain-O Drink Promoted as Coffee Substitute
An advertising push urges readers to ask grocers for Grain-O the new grain based drink that replaces coffee. It claims to suit children and adults with no stomach distress and notes Grain-O’s rich color like mocha and java while promising lower price per package.
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Java
Strange Freak of Fate in Oregon Name Theory
The Portland Oregonian sketches a curious historical theory that the name Oregon derives from Aragon, suggested by early Spanish voyagers and Indian interpretations. The piece links De Fuca’s 1592 sighting to a later warship named Aragon or Oregon, pivotal in ending Spain’s dominion in the New World.
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Oregonian
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Aragon
Spin
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Spain
de Fuca
Constan
New World
Greek custom offered beds on silver tray at Delphi
The text recalls ancient Greek ritual offerings to Apollo at Delphi and notes Lord Bacon’s fondness for onions, claiming he preferred roses planted among them for sweetness.
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Delphi
Lord Bacon
Byzantine Princes Play Polo Like Modern Game
Byzantine princes played a game that differed very little from polo, a sport using swift mounts, long sticks, and a ball as they practiced on royal grounds, reflecting a pastime shared with later European riders.
DeWitt’s Pills Bring Relief, Says Goshen Resident
Lewis Ackerman of Goshen Indiana endorses DeWitt’s Little Early Risers for headache relief and gentle cleansing. The advertisement by H. J. Moogk highlights they cleanse and invigorate the bowels and liver.
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Lewis Ackerman
Goshen
Ind
DeWitt
H. J. Moogk
Electric traction sought for Madras tramways
Consul at Bombay reports that permission has been asked to introduce electric traction in Madras. Horses are used at present, but the consul notes they are well cared for and never abused, with humane treatment for all animals in India.
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India
Madras
Fee
Bombay
When You Ride Your Wheel Allen's Foot-Ease Ahead
Describes Allen's Foot-Ease powder for feet used by over a million wheel riders. Claims cooling effects, reduced sweating, increased endurance, relief from hot swollen feet and ingrown nails. Sold at druggists and shoe stores 2 cents. sample by mail. Also notes china painting lessons by Mrs H V Brown at 74 Clark Ave.
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Allen
Allen S
Olmsted
le Roy
N.Y
China
Dr Rideout at 110 Stephetoos Street Eye Ear Nose Doctor
Dr W J Rideout operates an eye ear nose and throat practice at 110 Stephetoos Street offering glasses fitting. Telephone number appears as No. 2 om 305 with unclear rest.
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W. J. Rideout
Stephetoos Street
Koait
Homeseeker's Excursion Tickets On Sale February to April
Homeseeker's excursion tickets to nearly all U S points go on sale at Chicago Great Western Railway ticket offices on the first and second Tuesdays of February March and April. Round trip fare is one fare plus $2. Tickets are valid for return within 21 days from sale date. Inquiries should be directed to any CGW agent or F H Lord G P T A 113 Adams St Chicago.
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United States
Chicago Great Western Railway
Chicago
Western R’y
F. H. Lord
Adams St
Grand Excursion to Old Mexico by Chicago and North-Western
A grand excursion from Chicago to Old Mexico via the Chicago and North-Western Railway departs Tuesday March 6 1900 under Jed Grafton Excursion Manager. The trip is special with dining car and covers all expenses in an itinerary highlighting principal Old Mexico points of interest. Limited spaces available. request descriptive pamphlets and information from the Chicago North-Western Railway agents.
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Old Mexico
Illinois Central
American Tourist Association
Chicago
Newspaper editor teases ChicagoTribune on a famed metropolis paper
The Globe editor claimed American journalism shines in newspapers and praised a metropolitan daily as the best writer he knew. The piece circulated in papers and readers asked for the name, but the Globe refused to reveal it, noting they cut The Globe from its exchange list.
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Globe
Chicago Tribune
America
Inquirers
Atchison Globe
Modern Self Sufficiency and the Shifting Faith of Belief
A New York Examiner note laments self sufficiency and cultural shifts in modern times. It critiques disdain for old sermons and religion while praising lectures on Tolstoi and poets. It argues for revising the Bible and doubts classic prophets’ relevance amid new wisdom.
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Lell
Tennyson
Longfellow
Shakespeare
Count Tolstoi
Tsaiah
New York Examiner (Baptist
Not Reasonable Ones Comment on Cooking School Graduates
A humorous exchange cites the Boston Globe and Boston Advertiser quips about cooking school graduates. The jokes suggest graduates are only worth their value when tested by hot water and discipline. The shared idea implies diplomas should carry the motto Well done.
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Boston Globe
Boston Advertiser
Moments with you dear to Clospenny and Candy Dreams
The Philadelphia Press quotes Clospenny sighing that he will cherish the moments spent with his companion. She responds with memories of ice cream and candy she never received, questioning if they will ever be regretted.
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Philadelphia Press
Future Punishment and Responsibility Across Moral Worlds
Martina R. Adams Nixon argues that future punishment should reflect nurture and circumstances. She contends that individuals born to depraved parents or raised without Christian surroundings bear less responsibility than those raised amid virtue. She urges humility, compassion, and active aid over pride and social fear.
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Martina R. Adams Nixon
War News Sparks House Battle in Date Edition
A fragment from the Philadelphia North American shows a newspaper man recalling late war news as his wife challenges the domestic scene. The couple jokes about delaying war coverage for a date edition, and the ensuing scene signals the headline battle to come.
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Tie
Philadelphia
North American
The Birds of Sadness Quote From Catholic Universe
A quote attributed to Catholic Universe warns that while birds of sadness may soar overhead you can prevent them from nesting in your hair. The line uses a metaphor about emotional distress and resilience.
Literary Exchange Sparks Visitor Hint in Life Magazine
A brief Life magazine quotation captures a moment of intrigue as a character asks if Lt will dust for a lady or a gentleman, signaling a possible social visit or errand. The line hints at etiquette and class norms of the era, inviting readers to infer context from the dialogue.
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Jane
Great Comfort in Solitude Quote from Chicago News
An Irishman says it is a great comfort to be alone, especially with a sweetheart beside. the Chicago News quotes this remark stressing the irony and affection in the sentiment.
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Chicago News
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