Siamese Spectacle elephant procession in royal pageantry
A Cornhill Magazine description portrays the Harbaric Pomp and Spleador of March of the Elephants. The massive temple elephant descends steps in scarlet and gold with the sacred tooth shrine under a golden howdah. Attendants, mahouts, dancers, musicians, and a crowd fill the scene as elephants carry gold dishes and offerings, surrounded by torches, banners, and vivid native costumes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Siam
Balata Gescock
Temp
Cornhill Magazine
Atmosphere of space discussed in Science article
A Science piece argues that space gas could persist at a density as low as a millionth of Earth’s air, with a million particles per cubic centimeter likely to be captured by planets. Kate Field’s Experiments column then retells a humorous Europe America satin anecdote highlighting women’s skepticism about American goods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earth
Kate Field
Europe
United States
Kaiser's First Papal Visit Sparks Helmet Collision
During the Kaiser’s first audience with the pope, his helmet fell and Mgr. della Volpe bent to retrieve it. The emperor paused at the same moment and their heads collided, drawing sharp attention from onlookers as the scene unfolded amid ceremonial gravity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mgr. Della Volpe
Mon Earh
Christandam
Federation Notes on Labor Unions and Global Expositions
A. F. of L. report highlights labor bureaus in 32 states and factory inspectors in 19, Labor Day legality across most states, six new national unions, and expected joining by the International Machinists. Milan invites unions to 1994 expo, Zurich to London in 1896, Belfast congress actions noted. Treasurer cites 28,530.80 income. defense fund used. Charters issued across 28 states and DC, plus six national unions. many applications received.
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Gompers
Department of Labor
Washington
Bureaus of Labor Statistics
American Federation of Labor
International Machiniste’ Association
United States
Organized Workers of
Milan
Zurich
London
Trades Unions’ Congress
Belfast
Special Homestead Defense Fund
Weeweee
Feet
District of Columbia
Magistrate Surprised As Men Seek House of Correction
In Lehigh Avenue police station magistrate Neal hears Charles Wenn der and 16 others, weary of months of nomadic life, request confinement until after cold weather. Four months is the sentence for each. record notes most are mechanics, not professional loungers. Boston and women employment woes cited elsewhere. Medical ads tout Dr King’s New Discovery and Olive Blossom as remedies, with local sellers listed.
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Neal
Lehigh Avenue
Charles Wennder
House of Correction
Weander
Wolf
Philadelphia
No Work No Rent Protest by Boston Unemployed
A Boston dispatch reports 400 or more unemployed mechanics meeting at Columbian hall proclaiming they will pay no rent until regular employment returns. They denounce landlords for not cutting rents and adopt resolutions urging all jobless to withhold rent to relieve those dependent on labor for basic needs.
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Boston
Columbian Hall
Electric Bitters and Salves Promote Quick Cures
Reports claim Neuralgia Rheumatism and stomach and liver troubles were cured by Electric Bitters after three bottles. Running sore and fever sores on legs were healed with Bucklen's Amic Salve and one bottle or several boxes. Various testimonial names and retailers listed, praising quick relief and safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Clifford
New Cassel
Wis
Edward Shepherd
Harrisburg
Ill
Bucklen
John Speaker
Catawba
Tom E. Hildebrand
Indiana
Wm. L Moore
Homer City
Milt G. Miller
Blairsville
Castoria Slogan Recalled From Classic Ad Rhythm
An old nursery line notes Castoria as a trusted remedy from infancy to motherhood. It traces a mother’s lifelong use as her child grows, then passes the remedy to her own children in a repetitive, rhythmic cradle song.
Pennsylvnia Railroad Schedule in Effect 1898 Indiana Arrivals
Pennsylvania Railroad timetable details arrivals and departures at Indiana Blairsville Springdale Allegheny City Butler and Junctions. Includes flag stations and weekday Sunday patterns to Pittsburg Altoona Harrisburg Philadelphia New York Baltimore and Washington. Contacts: M Prevost J B Wood and Thomas Watt address Pittsburg.
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Blairsville
Freeport
Butler Junction
Springdale
Allegheny City
Butler
Butler Branch
Pittsburg
Altoona
Harrisburg
Philadelphia
New York
Baltimore
Washington
Indiana
E. Watt
Fifth Avenue
M. Prevost
J. B. Wood
Allegheny Valley R R Timetable March 20 1992
Passenger train timetable lists north and southbound services from Pittsburg to Kittanning and Oil City. Includes Niagara Express, Buffalo Express, Emmorton and Emlenton Accom runs with arrival and departure times. Officials David McCargo and Jas P. Anderson sign as general superintendent and general passenger agent.
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Niagara Express
Pittsburg
West Penn Junction
Kittanning
Oil City
Titusville Express
Buffalo Express
Emienton Accom
Hittanning
Junction
Emienton
Emilenton
Emlenton
East Brady
Lesves
West Penn
Pittala
Kittanning Accom
Kittanning Market
Emilonton
Te Pittal
WPT
Buffalo Oe
Pitieburg
Tiv Gamhdew Begatkann
Kitaoning
West Penn Junction Pithabure
David McCargo
Jas. P. Anderson
Cuts Hit Large New York Central Workforce
Dee, the New York Central, laid off about 1,800 men across the Hudson River division and related sections. Workers include trackmen and bridgemen many with decades of service. Pay car reports and section houses confirm relief from duties as a third round of cuts unfolds, with another expected January 1.
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Dee
New York Central
Era
New York
Hudson River Division
Fashion Sale Says Firm Is Undergoing Change
A dealer announces a wholesale shift in firm policy with a clearance sale on all styles and goods. No samples sent on approval. refunds offered for unsatisfactory purchases.
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Kateer and
Mensie
Federation Notes
A. F
L. Odicals
Uca
Charlotte Smith
Dr. King
la Grippe
Wm. I. Moore's
Daugherty Bros
Pitcher’s Castoria
J. M. Keesler
Lombard Street
Salvation Oil
Castoria
Miss
Pennsylvania Railroad
Indiindi
Ana
Ann
Ace
Wensee
Cokeville
Smith
Blacklie
Rugh
Graceton
Homer
Two Lick
Weee Pays
Kore
Lye
Mm. A.m. P.m
Son
Grace $A
Ru Dawe
Black Lick
Smith Seanever Ens A
Sedeererceeseeent
Riskeville
Allegheny Valley
R. R
Pitcher’s Castoriz
Hood’s
Sophie McKeldin
Hood
N&co
Dress & CO
Peoples Store
Campbell & Dick
Fifth Ave
Pittsburg, Pa
Radaker Hands & Co
Bi Ith Binect
7Th Ave
New Fauk City
Tae Cowra Company
Micmmay Srazsy
Yous Covi
Thompson
Insurance Agency
E. M. Lockard
Penn’a
New York Weekly Tribune
Tevet
J. A. Mout
Tae
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