The Nation’s Naval Burden and World Power Aim
The Post argues expansion abroad weakens national strength unless a massive navy and fortifications are built to protect new territories. It cites Admiral Dewey on the Philippines and warns that without strong fleets and garrisons, imperial possessions become vulnerabilities in any future war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
France
Admiral Dewey
Philippines
Spain
Germany
Russia
Japan
Fownl
Porto Ricn
The Stock Market Speculation
A critique of speculative mania in the New York stock market after McKinley’s reelection. It warns that inflated values rose without solid earnings, cites Sage and Kianta as warnings ignored, and notes how brokers and big operators profited while lambs were fleeced. It frames the crash as a national vice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
McKinley
Kianta
Russell Sage
Sage
London
Wall Street Criticizes Speculators as Unconscionable
The passage condemns commerce manipulated by a clique of daring speculators on Wall Street, urging that the present serves as an object lesson for both the people and the speculators themselves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wall Street
Stock Exchange
Texas Voices Wealth Gap Between Manufacturing and Agriculture
An analysis argues wealth growth hinges on manufacturing over raw resources. It cites Massachusetts as wealth leader in 1890 and notes Texas trails New England in assessed wealth, urging Texas to expand mills and factories rather than rely on oil or minerals. It references railroads, investment, and regional contrasts while calling for industrial development.
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Memphis
Massachusetts
South
Texas
New England
New
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvaniia
Tejas
Exchange Interviews and Texas Prospects in 19th Century Press
A collage of editorials and notices discusses American credulity, Texas investment, and moral reform. It cites Barnum, army temperance, canteens, and portrayals of foreign capital versus home enterprise. Texas climate aids farming and livestock prospects, with local remarks on politics and education.
The Dublin Editorial Tilt at Doctors and Editors
A satirical column mocks doctors as profit driven and quick to bill while praising editors for honesty and lifelong work. The writer contrast’s education, costs, and outcomes, claiming editors aid living while doctors hasten death, ending with a bitter jab about living for fun and spiting doctors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dublin
Donanga
Hill
Pensions Surge From Spanish War Draws Scrutiny
The Boston Herald notes nearly 41 000 pension applications tied to the Spanish American War beyond Philippines service. It estimates 47 771 total American volunteers, about 60 000 saw action, and calls for Evans removal amid claims of dishonest solicitations targeting returning soldiers.
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Boston Herald
Spain
Philippines
Evans
Origin of Oil Theories and Discoveries Across Texas and Beyond
The United States Geological Survey notes oil finds in Texas Wyoming and California will expand study of oil origins and may not lower prices. The piece outlines animal fat vegetable and mineral origins theories with experiments by Enger and others, noting oil varies by well and possible global implications for Standard Oil.
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Texas
State Geological Survey
Wasauxeros
United States Geological Survey
Wyoming
California
Survey Bureau
Pennsylvania
Middle States
Southern Pacific Railroad
Alabama
Arkansas
America
Tris
Standard Oil Company
United States
Russia
Java
Fees
Betheler
Emigrants and Temperance Movements Noted in 1900s
The item lists 1900 Germany emigration at 24 400 and notes eight hour day reforms among temperance groups. It cites large fraternal memberships in the United States and Canada and specific totals for Udi Fellows 1 025 073 and 866 830 Masons. It also mentions the Church of Scotland Temperance society growth from 32 000 to 73 000 and proceeds to describe lemon and orange shipments to Montreal and May auctions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Canada
Udi
Church of Scotland Temperance Society
Montreal
Mediterranean
Baylor University at Independence Recalled in Wedemeyer Piece
A Houston Post Sunday feature by Prof. Charles H. Wedemeyer of Belton preserves Baylor University’s early years at Independence. The article compiles memories and details about the institution’s founding era and its connection to Texas history for posterity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brenham Evening Press
Houston Post
Baylor University
Independence
Charles H. Wedemeyer
Belton
Fragmented verse and notes mix in scattered columnar text
A collage of poems and brief items mentions Hath and a dainty damosel, St Louis deaths, a London Globe war reference, Alabama dental schools, a Crowe habitat mystery, a rattlesnake fire tale, Roosevelt, Obong postmaster Henry Smith, a Colorado hog derailment, Japan's Mikado fancy, and notes on fire in the South and North with stray lines on wealth and ice cream.
Summer Fashion and Household Tips From 1900s Dailies
The article surveys summer fabrics like white mull and taffeta for dresses and hats, notes decorative white gowns and crepe de chine options, and mentions magnifying mirrors as a beauty aid. It also offers a day’s meals including breakfast with strawberries and broiled sweetbreads, dinner featuring veal and tomato sauce, and Welsh rarebit for supper.
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Halfmore Sun
Praramen
McKinsey
Mississippi
Houston Ship Channel
Texarkana
Kelly
Beatmont
Ciscace
Beaumont
Charles BR. Sickles
Beaumont and
Corsicana
China
Cuba
Weyter
Congress
Nacogdoches Sentinel
FT. Barnum
Amy
Floresville
E. P. Hill
Gainesville
Fort Worth
American Union
Waco Telephone
Houston
Teaumont Journal
Meni
Oidt
Viei
Yoakum
Herald
Fl Campo News
Hobson
Cook
Doctor
Warren
Storer
Enger
Ohio
Indiana
Trigg
St. Louis
London Globe
Crowe
Henry Smith
Oblong
Wifie
Colorado
Roosevelt
Kate Boyd
Chicago
Carrie
India
Dresden
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