Islands disputed in treaty spark senate debate in Madrid
In Madrid Count d Alvena asserts three Philippine islands north of Luzon not included in the cession. Washington says the Batanes and Calayan islands are of little importance and not worth negotiation. Maps fail to clearly show Calayan as within the treaty’s northern boundary.
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Batanes
Calayan
Luzon
Washington
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Philippine Commission
Manila
Catalina Islands
Calayan Islands
Baboynan
Sale of Liquor Discussed by Justice Brewer Panel
A New York Times report notes Justice Brewer's ruling may let druggists sell certain malt extracts in federally controlled areas where bans exist. The DC Pharmaceutical Association seeks guidance from the district government, as Congress lacks a clear intoxicating liquor definition. The attorney general cites an old Brewer decision awaiting fact-based classification of compounds. The piece also mentions unrelated health ads and odd notes about dredging the Mediterranean for a body and Persian pigmy camels gifted to Bertin.
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New York Times
District of Columbia Pharmaceutical Association
Act of Congress
Ectee
Justice Brewer
Dr Chase's Ointment touted as absolute cure for piles
An advertisement extols Dr Chase's Ointment as the supreme remedy for piles. It claims the ointment never fails and is endorsed by thousands who suffered years, noting many doctors and druggists recommend it for permanent relief.
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A. W. Chase
Fire kills three in Montreal hotel blaze on St James Street
A November morning fire at the Webster house on St James Street in Montreal killed bailiff Joseph E. Wilson and dealer John Renbow, and Jane McCoon died later. Captain K Ronald fractured his skull after leaping from a window. several guests escaped in night attire. Property loss is about 40 000 dollars with 19 000 insured.
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Montreal
Que
Webster
Wilson
Renbow
Mra. McCoon
Steady U S, Philippines Campaign and Fire in Nebraska
Cable dispatches report General Young advancing toward Talavera and Allaga with aims on San Jose and Curranglan amid rough roads. Insurgent retreat near Manila. Aguinalia rumored to have a new capital Nayongong. In Philadelphia a major telecom and telegraph consolidation is in progress. A Kansas mob lynches a suspected murderer after a double tragedy in Weir City. Hackettstown seminary destroyed by fire. Nebraska politics mention Gov Poynter.
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Air Department
Young
Manila
William S. Chamberlain
Guy Howard
MacArthur
Aguinalia
Nayongong
Dials
Tobacco Valley
Kansas City
Weir City
Kansays
Gus McArdle
Berry Jones
George Weiss
Hackettstown
N. J
Hackettstown Seminary
Uin
British Forces Encircled at Ladysmith by Boers
Dispatch from Gen. White reports Royal Irish Fusiliers Gloucestershire regiment and No 10 mountain battery surrounded on hills at Ladysmith after heavy losses. He says troops capitulated while hospital orderly groans carried under a flag of truce. Casualties not yet known.
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War Office
White
Ladysmith
Royal Irish Fusiliers
Nonathin Battery
Gloucestershire Regiment
Colling
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Hunter
Snovsed Witte
Lord Wolseley
Gen
Waller
Archibald Slinter
George Stewart White
Wan
General Joubert
George White
Joubert
Oer
President Lays Out Prosperity During Virginia Visit
President visits Elba station and Jefferson hotel in Richmond, greeting thousands. He urges industrial revival and expanding trade, touts national unity and strong finances, thanks Virginians for loyalty in the Spanish American War and Luzon, and departs for Washington after a day of salutes, receptions, and a shipyard launch.
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West End
Taylor
Fess
Russia
Cantoi
Geneva
Philadelphia
Nile
South
Aspain
Train Robbery In Dennison Aimed at Express Messenger
A Missouri Kansas Texas train from Sherman was robbed in Dennison Texas on Tuesday night. Express Messenger Concannon was struck by a blows during the assault and is believed to be fatally hurt. The robber fled with a sum of money as the train reached the depot, authorities say the amount may be around $5,000.
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Missouri, Kansas &Texas
Sherman
City Limite
Concannon
Vrtig
Belgium
Weeds Good To Eat Says New York World Advice
The piece highlights edible weeds like dandelion chicory and purslane as salad greens and flavoring herbs. It notes nettles, sorrel, fetticus, and chevril as greens in Europe and farmers’ dislikes, yet some market demand exists for their leaves to flavor soups and salads.
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France
American
Scotland
Poland
Germany
New York World
Doan's Kidney Pills Promote Lasting Relief
A historical column promotes Doan's Kidney Pills as the solution to chronic kidney aches and back pains. The ad by Foster-Milburn Co. claims many years of relief, urging readers to remember the Doan's name and avoid substitutes. It notes price at 50 cents and lists Seaman & Co. as a local dealer.
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Greenfield
State St
Saya
Doan
Seaman & Co
Dean
Grippe Heals Lungs and Stops Violent Racking Cough
The grippe heals the lungs and stops the racking cough, according to late reports. Doctors note rapid improvement in patients once grippe symptoms fade. Local clinics advise rest and hydration as recovery continues.
Remedy for La Grippe Ends Child’s Persistent Cough
N. Jackeoo of Danville recalls his daughter suffered a severe La Grippe spell seven years ago with a lingering cough on cold. After trying many remedies, Foley’s Honey and Tar cured her and she has remained cough free since.
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N. Jackeoo
Danville, Til
Foley
Cough Remedy Brought Quick Relief For Family
Mrs Vacher of Chicago suffered a severe La Grippe cough three years ago. Foley's Honey and Tar provided immediate relief, curing the cough after one bottle. The testimonial notes they now keep a bottle in the house.
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Mr. G. Vacher
Osgood St
Chicago
Fashion, science, and social notes from Victorian era
A London journal notes changes in manners during Queen Victoria's reign. It cites swooning as fashionable among engaged women upon bad news and the queen’s poised engagement announcement. It also mentions clothing for hunchbacked wearers, tailoring adaptation, and a Belgian mathematician’s life expectancy rule involving 86 minus age over two, with caveats.
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Victoria
London
House of
Findon Women as Serrants and Household Roles
The piece describes Hindoo household custom where women servants call masters father and mothers, and daughters jewel sisters. Old attendants may remain as grandmothers, scolding employers and spoiling children, making social status hard for outsiders to judge. The mistress serves food personally, a noted inversion, and when the servant dies she mourns.
Grain-O: coffee alternative touted as nutritious drink
An advertisement touts Grain-O as a stomach friendly coffee substitute. It claims Grain-O strengthens digestion, provides nourishment, and contrasts with coffee which supposedly harms the nervous system. The price is Mand 250 per package. It also notes fishing earnings and meat consumption comparisons between Americans and Europeans.
Eye color traits linked to health, reading vague data
The fragment notes perceived links between eye color and health, stating granette type eyes are generally superior to blonde type. It mentions black and dark blue eyes with unclear judgments on powers and deli. The text is incomplete and lacks solid factual detail.
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