Embarkation Woes and Medical Criticism at Tampa War hearing
Testimony before a war investigating commission paints a chaotic Tampa embarkation with General Shafter forbidding cooking and limiting supplies. Major La Garde criticizes preparedness for yellow fever risk while praising hospital care. Col. Jacobs and Dr. Munson describe shortages of tents medicines and transport, and a haphazard landing process at Daiquiri and in Cuba.
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Santiago
Tampa
Washington
la Garde
War Investigating Commission
Siboney
Onner
Ite
Cuba
United States
J. W. Jacobs
Fifth Corps
Humphrey
Beaver
Shafter
Jacobs
Daiquiri
Ambulances Left at Tampa under General Shafter Orders
Dr. Connor pressed Col. Jacobs on whether Shafter ordered ambulances not to be taken from Tampa. Jacobs claimed such orders existed, yet officers recalled no explicit directive. Captain Patton testified supplies were furnished promptly at Camp Wikoff, and depots delayed no care for sick men beyond necessity.
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Coticha
Edward L. Munson
Tampa
Cuba
Munson
Santiago
Quartermaster’s Department
Medical Department
Dr. Connor
Jonathan N. Patton
Camp Wikoff
M. W. Ireland
Forwood a lively witness at Camp Wik proceedings
Colonel W H Forwood chief medical officer at Montauk Point testifies there were tents beds and supplies in hand despite some transport shortages and crowded hospitals. he heres to lack of red tape and emphasizes rapid field work while noting some tents were overcrowded and furloughs drew patients. He cites orders for 500 bed units and asserts ample tentage and capacity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Forwood
Montauk Point
Forwood
Connor
Medical Department
Quartermaster’s Department
Virden Coal Plant Reopens After Labor Accord
Virden Illinois November 17 The Chicago Virden Coal Company plant reopened after idle operation since April 1 and two failed attempts using Alabama colored workers. Workers clean the plant in preparation to hoist coal in a few days under a spring field scale of 40 cents per ton mine run. The reopening follows a written agreement granting demands. Strong sentiment locally but prosecutors may still pursue those involved in the October 12 slaughter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virden, Ills
Chicago-Virden Coal Company
Alabama
Springfield
Boy shoots brother by accident in Marshfield
Marshfield Wisconsin November 17 16yearold son of Matt Brausch of Rozelville accidentally fires revolver while fooling with it striking his 8yearold brother in the breast the ball entering the lung. The injured boy is in critical condition but may recover.
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Marshfield
Wis
Matt Brausch
Rozelville
LaCrosse Woman Elected to Colorado Legislature
LaCrosse, November 17. Dr Mary Barry a former LaCrosse resident is elected to the Colorado legislature from the Pueblo district on the fusion silver ticket noted for her statewide presence and reputation.
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LaCrosse
Wis
Mary Barry
Colorado
Fusion Silver
Pueblo
Annual Farmers Congress Meeting Set for Fort Worth
Chicago November 17. The next annual Farmers National congress will convene in Fort Worth Texas from December 6 to 14. Railroads have secured a low rate for attendees.
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Chicago
Farmers’ National Congress
Fort Worth
Tex
World powers debate open door policy and Anglo American ties
A London dispatch reports Joseph Chamberlain addressing the Conservative Club on colonial policy and the open door in China. He defends Britain's Chinese policy, calls Rhodesia expansion vital, and foresees closer U S Britain cooperation. He rejects the need for formal alliances, praising cordial Anglo American ties and a future for shared civilization.
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London
Joseph Chamberlain
Chamberlain
Rhodesia
Great Britain
Africa
Gold Coast
Lagos
Nlow
Russia
Japan
Germany
United States
John Bull
England
Lord Salisbury
Paris
Far East
America
Philippines
China
Ladies Toilette of Cloth and Velvet
Bluet cloth and tan velvet form an extremely smart costume with tan passementerie details. The waist is plaited and cut low to show a velvet yoke at the back, while the fronts flare to reveal a smooth under-front that closes at the left shoulder. A high standing collar completes the look.
Velvet collar two seam sleeves and dainty cuffs coat details
A fashion note describes a velvet collared garment with an oddly shaped neck, a waist encircling failed ball, square passementerie tabs over sleeve tops, and pointed cuffs. The skirt features circular shaping with graduated circular flounces forming a panel effect at the front. From The Delineator via Butterick Co.
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The
Delineator
Butterick Publishing Co
Limited
How to Prevent a Cold and Harvest Fest in Rome
After exposure or onset of a cold one is told to take Foley's Honey and Tar by H. J. Moogh of Swarts and Fleck. In Italy agriculture shows little progress yet harvest season becomes a festival as mountain workers gather in Rome, decorate oxen, erect altars, and celebrate with singing and feasting before leaving the city in procession.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
H. J. Moogh
Swarts & Fleck
Italy
Rome
Beware of Mercury in Catarrh Ointments Warns Public
An old health ad warns against mercury containing catarrh ointments and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure from F. J. Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio. The remedy is described as mercury free and taken internally to affect blood and mucous surfaces. Excerpt notes testimonials are free and price per bottle.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohia
Ohio
I. J. Cheney & Co
Sula
Hariet M Burbank Music Teacher at Studio 169 West Street
Hariet M Burbank listed as a music teacher operating from Studio 169 on West Street. The entry provides a single address line and a professional designation, suggesting a private teaching practice in a local area.
Homeseeker's Excursions by Chicago Great Western
The Chicago Great Western Ry offers homeseekers excursion tickets on November 1 15 and December 6 20 to Colorado Idaho Indian Territory Iowa Kansas Minnesota Missouri Nebraska North and South Dakota Oklahoma Oregon Utah and Wyoming at one fare plus 2.00 round trip. Tickets limited for return 21 days from sale. For details contact Maple Leaf Route agents.
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Homeseeker
Chicago Great Western Ry
Homeseekers
Colorado
Idaho
Indian Territory
Iowa
Kansas
Minnesota
Missouri
Nebraska
North
South Dakota
Oklahoma
Oregon
Utah
Wyoming
Maple Leaf
Perpetual Hourglass Clock Described in Exchange Item
The article describes an intricate device called the perpetual hourglass or atmospheric clock. It resembles a thermometer with mercury at the bottom bulb and a smaller inner tube containing blotting paper moisture absorbent. Mercury is aligned to time marks and when exhausted atop, the frame is turned to reset.
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Alfie
Morning rites of Siamese ghosts and household rites
An orthodox Siamese customs routine to scare away ancestral spirits at dawn uses crackers and guns. During the new year ghosts visit homes for three days before priests and followers expel them with devices. Coffins are carried out through a wall hole to mislead the ghost and prevent return.
Domestic Feuds and Digestion in 19th Century Snaps
A London Fun quip on marital harmony contrasts with a health ad promoting Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets for constipation and related ailments. The piece notes digestion as key to strength and hints at reformers while recounting W A Pickering's Formosan cannibal anecdotes from his recent publication Pioneering In Formosa.
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Dr. Pierce
World’s Dispensary Medical Association
Buffalo, Y
Formosa
W.A. Pickering
Grain-O The New Grain Based Drink For Children
An advertisement extols Grain-O as a nourishing coffee substitute for children made from pure grains. It claims Grain-O tastes like coffee when prepared properly, costs about four cents per serving, and is sold by grocers nationwide. It also notes the Escorial is vast, requiring four days to traverse its 28 Spanish leagues.
Cough Medicine Ad Promotes Foley’s Honey and Tar
Advertisers claim many deaths from simple illnesses could be avoided. Foley's Honey and Tar is urged as a safe cough remedy and guaranteed. The note is signed by H.J. Moogh, Swarts & Fleck. The text also mentions English government departments largely run by Oxford and Cambridge graduates.
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Foley
H.J. Moogh
Swarts & Fleck
The
Educational Office
School Inapeotorship
Civil Service Commission
Oxford
Cambridge
Four Doctors Give Up Kidney Disease Cure Found
Beav er Dam O shows a mother praising Foley's kidney cure after four doctors gave up on her daughter. The neighbor's recommendation led to recovery and the daughter can walk miles without fatigue. Letter from Mrs J M Bailey via H d Moogk Swarts Fleck.
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Beaver Dam, O
Foley
J. M. Bailey
H. d. Moogk
Swarts & Fleck
Sanri's Studio Listing for Photos and Cabinet Mats
Classified note advertises surface photos at three dollars per cabinet or twelve dollars per dozen for mats and photos with a studio name Sanri's Stupio, located at 11 Ldwivw.
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Sanri
Grand opportunity to save with cheap westbound fares
The C M and St P railroad announces limited time home seekers tickets to western points at about one fare for the round trip. Public sale dates are November 15 December 6 and December 20. Secure the discounted rates before starting travel.
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Indianapolis
American Republic College League of Republican Clubs
Dennison
A. L. Davis
University of Michigan
F. H. Wurzer
Notre Dame
Ind
A. Perkins
University of Washington
F. B. Whitney
Williams College
Vernon
West Superior
John Vernon
Itasca
Wisconsin
France
Rahieta
Danakil
Bab-el-Mandeh
Red Sea
Indian Ocean
Marvey
Cincinnati
Navy
W. HY. Harvey
Cain's Financial School
Ohio Valley Bimetallic League
Kaiser
Valetta
Island of
Malta
Igmperor
William
Caesar
Dido
Ramillieg
Calffornta Fie Syrup Co
California Fia Syrup Co
Cantforna Fie Syrup Co
Medi- Cal
California Fig Syrup CO
San Francisco
Cal
Louisville
New York
Ldwiw
Sherwin-Willams
Sherwin-Williams
Sherwin-Williams CO
Stewart Ave
Cleveland
Montreal
Bongye & Schwarz
Galena Street
Freeport
Ill
C. A. McNamara & CO
Anen
QOD
Stephenson Street
Sam
Freeport Light & Fuel Co
Stephenson St
Palmer Cox
Inter Ocean
Van
Somr
Van’s
John Erfert
Wm.clement
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