Europeans, The reapdrts and trade trends noted this year
Europe reports heavier reconciliations and rising business. The piece notes gains in foreign trade with Great Britain, a large postmaster appointment for Starr Beatty, a new Lewistown court house opening, a souvenir edition by the Pontiac Sentinel, and shifting positions on silver currency as politicians push reforms and prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewistown
Fulton County
Ryill
Poratiao
Pontiac
Foreign tariff boosts grain exports as shipments rise
Officials report grain and manufactured goods exports continue to rise despite the tariff. Thirty seven steamships chartered to load grain for Europe anticipate carrying about 3 100 000 bushels of corn and wheat in the coming weeks. Year to date corn exports reach 22 000 000 bushels and wheat 3 303 889 bushels, with 3 840 616 last year. Petroleum trade also shows unusual strength.
Twenty Ninth Century California Prisoner Tour Chronicle
A traveler recounts a visit to California with a playful critique of the hospitality and generous citizens of Oakland and Frisco. The piece describes a Tuesday gathering, a festival like atmosphere, and the abundance of “side trips” offered to visitors. Delegates navigated many stops, choosing carefully to stay within their main itinerary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samael
Parker
Henry
Oakland
Frisco
Trin
Frisco Convention Highlights and Chinatown Contrast
The account covers delegates touring by steamer and streetcars, crowds at hotels, and the Palace rotunda during the convention. It notes churches aiding youth work, press coverage, and the city’s mixed imprints, then sharply condemns China Town and its opium dens, while contrasting visitor interest with local vice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Golden—Gate Park
Prisco
1St Methodist Episcopal Church
Epworth League
O. B
League
Frisco
China
Peking
China-Town
Monterey
Tick
Observatory
China Town
Persistent Coughs and Remedies Through the Years
A reader describes a persistent cough unrelieved by various remedies. For twenty-five years cod liver oil has been the standard preparation tried, yet the cough endures and remains troublesome.
Scott's Emulsion effective for throat and lung ailments
Scott's Emulsion proves its effectiveness by combining cod liver oil with hypophosphites and glycerine. The preparation acts as a tonic to the mind and nerves while soothing irritation in the throat and lungs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott
Bowne
Chemlcis
New York
Gov Tanner Opposition to Chinese Labor Import Sparks Support
Governor Tanner denounces importing foreign labor to Illinois mines, arguing it undercuts wages and harms workers. He vows to shield corporate rights but reject cheap labor via an armed force and insists newcomers should assimilate, not flood the state. The stance resonates with the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov Tanner
Illinois
Liver Ailments Warned as Bilious Symptoms Rise
An old newspaper notice touts Herbine for liver and stomach disorders with symptoms listed as biliousness, constipation, headaches, foul taste, and fever. It invites free trial bottles from Dr Powell and notes rapid transit options via Chicago rail lines for downtown access.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr Powell's
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Lewill
Pierce
Aly
Main Street
Buffalo
N.C
W.H. Jones
Henry, Ill
Regulator
F. Forrest
Pfelo
Grosser Brook
Edward Street
Roaldonce
Bayard Street
J. A. Swem
Illinoy
de, Arthur-Mieyrer
Veteranary
Ofivea
Ayn Fred
Potter
K. Coms
Ayor Motor & Hon's
Kinnhar
Frank Unor
J. H. Franklin
Lauon, Ill
W. H. Stever
Justice of the Peace
Ill
Merchan
Ken McNecal
Henry Tizols
Wight
Mtalde County
Hursday
Europe
Grover
Richard
Tom
Harry Steam
Washington
Great-Britain
Starr H. Beatty
Times- Prose
Delavan
Hhe Town
Beatty
Starr
West Mar
Minominee
Marinette
Chicago
France
Germany
West
Indies
Great
Britain
Waverly Journal
Henrichsen
Cook County
Peoria Star
Altgeld
Blind Hasi
Boss
Stewart
Galifornia
Prisso
Royal
Republic
Chronicle
Faith In Hoods
Hood
Parilla
Hood’s
Sir Siaigertion
Micro-Germi
J. EB
F. A. Powell
the Modern Remedy Company
Aptica
Indiana
Ust
Montana
W. M. Repine
Tiskilwa
Dr King
Chicago, Rock Island& Pacific
Union Elevated
Lang
Down ‘Town
Rock Island
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