Centennial Exposition Opens with McKinley Ceremony
The Tennessee Centennial Exposition opened in Nashville with President McKinley pressing the opening key in Washington and the White City of the South welcoming guests. Officials welcomed visitors, displayed the grand machinery, and featured a day of ceremonies, speeches, and artistic displays marking six years of planning and a year of construction.
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White House
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Motson
Tennessee
South
United States
Exposition Park
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Tpoofelock
Rigic
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Galler
Pitor
Penthesser
Priver
Presdent Thomas
Whith Gow
Taylor
B. @. Lewis
Thomas
Waite House
McAkinley
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Spectators Attend Nashville Exposition Train Arrives
Excursion trains brought thousands to Nashville for the exposition. Families traveled long distances over mountain roads to view the exhibits. The opening featured sculpture by Moretti, dedication speeches, a Delsarte drill, fireworks by Lake Wautauga, and a grand salute with red and green illuminations.
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Wess
Pike Road
Port Newley
Cedars
Volunteer State
Evers
Narshville
Pennessee
Kerape
Nashville
Traja
Nashvile
Wautauga
Rukte
Vanity Fair
THE MISSISSIPPI FLOODS DRAMATICALLY WRECK VALLEY
A New Orleans dispatch reports six weeks of Mississippi flooding, worsened by northern stream rises and heavy rains. Government estimates place flood losses near 1.1 billion, crippling cotton markets and threatening farmers with mortgage distress as floodwaters surge and seeds fail.
Great Fire at Newport News Pier Wrecks C and O Assets
A blaze at Newport News Virginia struck the Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad pier No. 5 early Tuesday, causing about 2 million dollars in damage. Two piers were destroyed, three vessels burned to the water, a tugboat perished, and eight people were injured, some seriously.
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Newport News
Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad Company
Immenne
Quaint games and curious stories from a newspaper page
A collage of odd vignettes and anecdotes including children’s play with eye holes in newspaper pages, an Australian explorer remarking on fleas from animal skins, a tale of Jimmie Bront seeking a office job sparked by a newspaper ad, and a scene of a busy New York blotter humorously detailing a job hunt and a clever apprentice. The variety reflects a late 19th or early 20th century feel with whimsical, moral, and working life elements.
Pink Pills Restore Life to a Weary Patient
In a detailed testimonial from Praia the New Era Indiana, William Levi of Jackson Michigan recounts long suffering from muscular rheumatism. After trying doctors with little relief he credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People with enabling him to discard crutches and resume work and activity at nearly 90, noting improvements in strength sight and energy. Pills are sold by druggists at 60 cents a box or six boxes for three dollars through Williams Medicine Co. Schenectady NY.
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Praia
New Era
Teensburg
Ind
William Levi
Jackson
Mich
Levi
Mr Levi
Foo
Dr. Williams
Acca
Dre. Williams
Mediccine Cou
Schenectady
N.Y
A Valuable Library in Washington With Rare Medals
Lieutenant Commander J. i. MM. Ma non, US SN. retired, owns a notable private library in Washington. It is valued for its books and a vast collection of medals and money from many nations. Milson built the collection over years, continuing his father’s work. Among the medals is one of the original thirteen struck to commemorate the formation of the Union.
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Comisander J. i. MM. Manon
Washington
Milson
United States
You Have Waited for This Grain-O Substitute
A pitch promoting Grain-O as a coffee substitute made from pure grains. It claims Grain-O is non stimulant, nourishing, gentle on the stomach, and does not disturb sleep. Advertises taste improving after one to two weeks and notes price of 16 or 25 cents per package.
Dublin scientists survey Rathmore bog-slip scene
A party of Dublin scientists visited the Rathmore bog-slip area and conducted numerous measurements and observations. They estimate the bogey matter dislodged at about 10 000 cubic yards.
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Dublin
Rathmore
Allen's Foot-Ease and Foot-Fast Adverts
An old fashion foot care ad promotes Allen's Foot-Ease powder to relieve painful swollen feet corns and bunions while Allen's Foot-Fast eases tight shoes and sweating. Sold by druggists and shoe stores or by mail for 20 cents with a free trial package. Address Allen Sw Ulmsted Le Roy New York.
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Allen
Mall
Adress
Ulmsted
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N.Y
Mountain railway planned to Breithorn summit Switzerland
Swiss project aims to build a mountain railway to the Breithorn summit near the Mutterhorn, enhancing access to alpine scenery and tourism opportunities.
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Switzerland
Breithorn
Mutterhorn
There Is a Class of People Who Are Injured by Coffee
A new preparation named Urain-O made of pure grains is placed in grocery stores as a substitute for coffee. It is gentle on delicate stomachs and many cannot tell the difference from real coffee. It costs about one fourth as much and is suitable for children.
Piso's Cure for Consumption Endorsed by Philadelphia Doctor
Doctor Billa-C L. Haker of 4228 Regent Ave Philadelphia reports Piso's Cure for Consumption as a trustworthy remedy. Dec 9, 1885. The testimonial highlights relief and promotes the product to readers seeking treatment options.
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Piso
Billa
C. L. Haker
Regent
Philadelphia
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