Universal written language via symbols urged by Chinese advocate
A Chinese minister argues language derives ideas, not sounds, and praises a symbolic writing system over phonetic alphabets. He cites Chinese literacy's unity, advocates codifying symbols into a universal, pictorial code, usable across nations and sciences, urging Pasigraphy as evolution toward a global written language.
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Tam
Chihchen
Lofen
Isa Hellas
Belgium
Jass
Japan
Siam
Korea
Anam
Europe
Comte
Rise in small savings signals widespread prosperity in Indianapolis
Indianapolis trust companies report a sharp rise in deposits driven by small savers. Preston C. Trusler of Magon Trust notes savings up about one third since the era of prosperity began, with deposits exceeding a half million dollars. Union Trust shows growth from 1896 to 1899 from 194,427.24 to 937,542.42, while Central Trust opens a savings department. Indiana Trust declines to reveal exact figures.
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Indianapolis
Preston C.trusler
Magon Trust Company
Trusler
Union Trust Company
New Central Trust Company
Indiana Trust .Company
Rockefeller Defends Trusts and Backs Proper Regulation
John D. Rockefeller replies to the Industrial Commission by mail detailing the origins of the Standard Oil trust in 1867, its capital growth, and rebates from railroads. He asserts no discriminatory financial favors since 1887 and argues for balanced state and federal oversight to curb fraud without hampering industry.
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Washington
John D. Rockeller
Standard Oil Compand
Industrial Commission
Rockefeller
Prevention of Pneumonia Through Cough Remedy Use
The article notes pneumonia often follows cold or influenza. It cites observations during past influenza outbreaks where cases progressed to pneumonia less often when Chamberlain's Cough Remedy was used. The remedy is presented as counteracting the tendency of colds and influenza to become dangerous pneumonia.
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la Grippe
Beveridge Prodigy Sparks Senate Wit and Banter
The Indiana senator Beveridge is lauded by some as a genius while others mock him as a jackass. Reports say he will deliver a maiden Philippine speech that could prove his stature. Observers note his unusual habits include sending cryptic letters and printing his speech for officials.
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Bryan
Mr. Beveridge
Indiana
Beveridge
Indianapolis
Blaine
Clay
Webster
Benton
Washington
Manila
Senate
Quay
Clark
Minneapolis Times
Philippines
Capitol
Philippine
Jim
Detroit News
Youngest Trolley Magnate Leads Atlantia Rail Venture Age Twelve
The vice president of the Collins Park and Baltic Railroad in Atlantia is a 12 year old named son of the company president who nominated him and won an overwhelming election. He earns a salary of 5000 dollars annually.
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Collins Park and Balt Railroad
Atlantia
United States
The
Concern
Object lesson on digestion backs meat rich meals
A physician argues vigorous old ages stem from good digestion and wholesome food not dieting. He cites hearty men aged 60 to 80 eating roast beef and lobsters, then promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a safe, effective aid for digestion. The ad notes pills cost 50 cents and offers a free booklet from F A Stuart Co.
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Tadles
Stuart
Maine
California
F. A. Stuart Co
Marshall, Mich
Blackburn elected U S senator in Kentucky assembly
In Frankfort on January 11 a joint session of the general assembly elected ex U S senator J S Blackburn to succeed Lindsay. The vote stood Blackburn 79 Bradley 54 marking the first time a speaker presiding instead of the lieutenant governor directed the election. Democrats barred Lieutenant Governor Marshall from presiding under new rules.
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Frankfort
General Assembly
Trimble
U.-S
J. 5. C. Blackburn
United States
Lindsay
Blackburn
Bradley
Kentucky
Marshall
Native Diets in Transvaal Describe Mice Snakes Ants Caterpillars
A German missionary returning from South Africa spoke before the geograph ical society detailing Basuto eating customs. He described mouse hunts with nets and bells, monkey and snake dishes, and caterpillars as the most valued delicacy. He noted theft penalties over caterpillars and a locust raid by mission children.
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South Africa
Eerlin Geographical Society
Transvaal
Abele
Train Schedule Adjustments for Eastern Division
The bulletin lists revised departure and arrival times for multiple trains in the Eastern Division. No. 11, No. 3, No. 35, No. 2, No. 12, No. 18, No. 46, No. 18 again, and No. 32 show updated times with earlier arrivals and later departures, reflecting minor timetable shifts.
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P. Srt
City Markets Provisions and Groceries in Indianapolis
Indianapolis January 11 lists retail prices for meats fruits vegetables and groceries. Smoked hams bacon lard and fresh pork loins appear with per pound and per hundred weight rates. vegetables include onions potatoes cabbage and tomatoes. fruits cover apples bananas oranges lemons and cranberries. canned vegetables fish and game priced. seeds oats flour and oils priced. eggs butter cheese and poultry as well as coal rates shown. Many entries name specific brands and regional varieties.
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Indianapolis
California
Link
Indiana
Tierces
Farey
Ridgewood
Phoenix A
Empire A
Ideal Gold
Windsor
Ariosa
Lion
Jersey
Marlon Club
Singapore
Imperial
Oolong
Englsh
Young Hyson
Johnson
U. S
Optum
New York State
Wisconsin
Michigan
Ohio
Shippers
LIV
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Pretty
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Hell
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Sarsaparilla
Hood
Stout
Ghae
E. Washington St
Page & Today
Ormonds
W. Pearist
Stout's
Washington-st
Ponder
Stanton L. Wilhite
Washington St
Stout’s
Washington and
Pennsylvania
Madras
Percale
Oxford
Saks & Company
Men’s and Boys’ Outfitters
Beechaim
City Markets
Baltimore
Florida
T Dozen
Best
Choice
Timothy
G. S
Pittsburg
Kanawha
Winifrede
Raymond City
Jackson
Brazil
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