Philippine independence urged by Governor General Harrison
Francis Burton Harrison, governor general, urges Philippine independence while proposing a de Piatt like provision to preserve US influence. He praises Filipino officials, notes growing self-government across provinces and municipalities, and cites successful public works and English education as reasons for a peaceful transition.
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Philippine Islands
Congress
Executive
Toiek
Dresden Grant
McKinles
Wil
Reet
de Piatt
Cita
New Republic
United States
Philippines
Cas
Odlsit Iu
Yale
Princeton
Harvard
Gridustes
Santo
Phllippine
Osmena
House of Representatives
Quezon
Senate
United Biales
Bleam Gillways
Manila
Perritorial
Syrnership
Export of Cattle From America in Early Years
Export of cattle began between America and Britain in 1801 but did not become regular until years later, marking a tentative start to cross continental livestock trade.
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America
Golden City Township roads get organized overseer plan
The Golden City Township board announces a full time roads overseer, Charles Hendricks, to improve road maintenance. Residents are urged to help in districts, hire help if poll tax funds are low, and follow simple do and don t guidelines to keep roads in good shape this spring.
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Charles Hendricks
Hendricks
Golden City
Toset
Golden City Township
Wine and the Romana Discoveries of Roman Wines
Nearly fifty kinds of wine were known to the ancient Romans, including varieties used for medical purposes. Falernian was a home wine resembling Madeira and was not commonly used until it aged about ten years.
Poem Fragment from Tagore on Friendship and Distance
A brief verse notes how riches of friendship travel beyond borders and create kinship. It speaks of doors opening to the distant and the fear of losing touch amid many distractions. The lines reflect longing for intimate connection through shared presence and prayer.
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Tagore
Mother buys silver pitcher with coupons
A mother used coupons to secure a silver pitcher. A friend helped with the sale when the pitcher’s ownership was discussed, and the daughter noted the mother paid with cards rather than cash. The tale reflects frugal shopping and family remarks about money.
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Mitte
Crabebell Barometer Used By Artucanians Of Chile
A description notes that the Artucanians of Chile use a crab abell as a barometer. In dry fair weather it is white, but red spots appear as rain approaches, and it becomes red all over when moisture in the atmosphere is excessive.
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Chile
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