Gold, War Costs and Political Rhetoric Rise in 1900s Debate
The text analyzes gold standard influence on politics, claiming heavy war costs in the Philippines, a looming rise in gold value, and a push by trusts to back McKinley. It critiques factions, praises Captain Dreyfus, notes Dockery's Democratic bid, and reports Kentucky moves with Goebel's nomination amid party tensions.
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Hox
A.M. Dockkey
Ilo
Jefferson City
Dockery
Predericktowna Democrat News
London Population and Its Hidden Animal Inhabitants
An early 20th century view notes London’s human population at 65 million and chronicles a vast animal world within walls sewers and homes. Estimates run 20 to 26 million mice 5 to 6 million rats 1 million eats and 200 thousand does plus 60 thousand domestic fowl and pigeons and about 19 million birds in the metropolis.
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London
Howde
Dehkeo
Tie Tan
Metropolis Report on Farm Stocks and Local Happenings
The New York Telegram notes a grand total of 300000 cows goats and sheep and 42000000 to 49000000 animals of all kinds within the metro area, plus 6500000 people. Health is reasonably good, Uncle Henry Myers shows improvement, and local residents conduct daily business from Hahn to Zalma with planned meetings, travel, and community events noted.
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New York Telegram
Henry Myers
John Ford
Noah Mouser
Hahn
W. A. Davault
Josep Baxter
Liberty Church
Marion Mouser
Lutesville
New Bow
Local Notes and Crop Reports From Cape Girardent County
The item notes fair crop conditions with mixed yields including fair corn and wheat, apples faulty, early potatoes good, and general dull business awaiting a promised prosperity. Local politics are mentioned with Dockery for governor and mixed views on Vandiver. Threshing begins Tuesday. several chills and fever cases reported. school terms and academy training discussed.
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Tom Told
Vandiver
Congress
Li Seubangh
Wi Wahs
Bollinger
Jackson
D. St
Eye Test and Civil War Vignettes from Marble Hill
A curious 19th century eye test described by the Philadelphia Times leads into a narrative about wounded soldiers from Santiago. The piece recounts a vivid scene of a bright young man in a tent, smiling through pain as a correspondent recalls his brave demeanor and humor. It also contains a long polemic from the Bollinger County Times criticizing a local editor, accusing him of drunkenness, corruption, and suppression of facts, with threats of public scandal and a dramatic call for accountability.
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The
Philadelphia Times
Han
Cuba
Santiago
Pearly Portale
St. Peter
Tio
Jefferson City
Times
Bollinger County
Moses
Ao F
A Novel Decision by a Frontier Squire in Beltzhoo ver
Squire Henry Grelle of Beltzhoo ver attracts attention for impartial, homely justice. He dismisses formal legalities, preferring fairness over books and precedents. In a case of cruelty to a dog, he weighs evidence, questions neighbors, yet fines the defendant and orders costs while signifying a further “slit” of the dog, prompting crowd applause.
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Squire Henry Grelle
Beltzhoover
Saya
Pittsburg
Squire Grello
Ilv
Nature's Blessings From a Humble Home Poem
A first person meadow scene by James Whitcomb Riley speaks of springtime warmth and plowed fields as the speaker praises blessed mercy. The verse notes crocuses, birds, and a tranquil landscape while reflecting gratitude for a safe, contented life outside Eden and a happy home with plenty.
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Eden
James Whitcomb Riley
Discouraged Outlook on Universal Peace in 1920s Quotes
A Chicago Times-Herald piece questions if universal peace is ever achievable, suggesting marriage remains a constant social force. The Indianapolis Journal mocks any link between whisky trusts and religious beliefs, implying devout oil leaders may push prices beyond the masses' reach.
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Chicago Times-Herald
Whisky Trust
Standard Oil
Standord
Indianapolis Journal
Reminiscence at a Richmond Picnic Ends with Spoofed Name
A bell of a party recalls a long forgotten romance at a Richmond picnic. The couple exchange memories as guests listen, revealing playful misremembering about a first proposal and a parasol inscribed with names, ending in a lighthearted kiss and shared nostalgia. The tale includes a joking remark about a name Spoofer and the laughter of friends.
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Richmond
Atres
Minnie
John
Mr. Spoofer
Aid
Mins
Chinge
Torald
Megs Win Shout Te Dhaplow Event
Megs win alelge diy get mined. Hite actor Kindnewa aired on poem. Pillow at naglet, Hewtaian at eleven feet. Abyle due on trent 4 ta.
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Lenetrne Hite
Kindnewa
Pillow
Naglet
Hewtaian
Trent 4
Irreverent Prose Snippets on Love and Wit
This excerpt blends humorous maxims and social observations on flirtation, confidence, and cunning. It cites temptations to vanity and vanity in love, noting how men and women view motives, trust, and the ease of deception in relationships. The tone is playful and periodically sharp.
Public Notice In Bollinger County Missouri Court
Order of publication in multiple cases in Bollinger County Circuit Court cites William B. Yount as plaintiff and various defendants including Josiah Gould James Francis Levi Lucas and Frederick Dallox. Notices demand appearance at Marble Hill courthouse by September term to answer liens on described real property and warn that failure to plead will result in judgment by default.
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Bollinger County Times
Circuit Court
Mle
the Times
Quois
Abong
Marble
Moses Limbings
Marble Hill
Whls
State OF Missouri
Bollinger
Missouri
Willian B. Yourt
Frederick Dallox
W. K. Chandler
Praderick Dillas
Kochon
Range
Sorthwest
Seation
Range Sight
Frederick Dallas
Marbie Hill
Law
EIN Press
Sam J. Mominn
Aoe
Sam
Mominn
County of Bollinger
Eptember
William B. Yount
Armat Josiah Gould
W. J. Chandier
Josiah Gould
Said
Vic
Joaiah Gould
Marble Biea
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Chandler
John F. Wilke
State of
Louse
Sam J. McMinn
Chas. O. Hlobns
Bollingge
Clert
Clas. O. Tloubs
Mingauri
William J. Yount
James Franely
Francis
Nim
James Francis
Cour Howe
Wald Claiinty
Sam J. McMenn
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