Chile and Uncle Sam in Naval Rift Over Murdered Sailors
A Chicago editorial monitors the Chilean assault on American sailors in Valparaiso on Oct. 16, detailing the mob attack on the Baltimore crew, the death of boatswain Charles Riggin, and multiple injuries. It traces long running resentment toward the United States, influenced by Balmaceda’s fall, European ties, and Chilean arrogance, and questions U.S. policy and potential responses.
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Chillan Difealty Las
L'Entente Cordiary
Republic
Uncle Sam
Monther
State Department
Valparaiso
United States
Baltimore
Charles Riggin
Othr
Talmaceda
Balmaceda
San Francisco
Brown
Europe
Chili
Theleve
Chill Armly
San Vranelsen
England
Chill
Pacific
Junta
Great Republic
Chile and Bolivia nitrate conflict leads to potential war
The article outlines tensions between Chile and Bolivia over nitrate beds and guano deposits. It notes Chilean retaliation against Bolivian export duties, confiscation of Chilean mine property, and failed arbitration. It argues Chile threats provoke U.S. caution and potential war, with U.S. fleets noted in Asian postings.
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Bolivia
Chillan
Peru
Chile
Chilean Threat to U S Trade in War Scenarios
A colonial era analysis argues Chile would seek a foreign protectorate if drawn into war, enhancing European pressure on U S policy in South America. It cites Chilean army and naval strength, potential blockade impact, and the difficulty of coal supply at sea for U S ships, warning of widespread commercial damage.
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Furethermore
Cnit
South America
John Bull
Chili
Chill
England
Germany
United States
National Guard
Chini
Pacific Coast
Chilean Warship Augascar Sets Massive Tonnage
On the Atlantic coast 13 040 sailing vessels totaling 1 542 118 70 tons and 2 800 steam vessels at 817 108 tons comprise coast trade amid a total of 17 243 vessels weighing 2 781 640 tons. Foreign trade tonnage runs about 715 808 tons. A Chilean cruiser like the Esmeralda could be active in operations. The Reichstag has dismissively rejected a petition supporting medical study in Germany.
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Atlantic
Kindness to a Lame Child at Central Park Ride
In Central Park New York a well dressed woman with a small girl watched two cheery riders aid a disabled child. The elder sister slipped candy to the girl after the ride as a generous act praised by Our Dumb Animals, highlighting selfless kindness over fleeting pleasure.
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Central Park
New York
Alga
Air baths and New York World's Fair debate
The piece highlights the air bath remedy for nervous restlessness urging five to ten minutes in sunlight, followed by dressing in fresh attire. It then cites the New York World editorial praising national participation in the Fair and urging the newly elected Legislature to act quickly, including passing a liberal appropriation bill.
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New York Recorder
New York
Bitter tonic claims cure all ills in rough seas
In florid 19th century prose a bitters formula is extolled as remedy for seasickness dyspepsia constipation and general debility. It promises warmth and improved circulation to counteract exposure and chill while asserting usefulness against malaria rheumatism and related ailments.
Child earns penny for wood cut and save for ox
A twelve year old boy toils in his mother’s yard cutting firewood and expects a penny a day as his pay. He says his mother saves the money to buy him a new ox once enough is accumulated. A garbled medical testimonial about Hall’s Catarrh Cure praises its success.
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Ben
Len
Mighty Mule Tale and Adulteration Claim
A Big Mule at Marshall Missouri is pictured as a sight at county fairs with an eight-year-old mole in the vicinity, while Beattles sells about 13,000 mules yearly. A six foot eight inch mule draws crowds and gate receipts. The piece also warns of altered bittersweet products misrepresented as genuine seeds, forged with grape sugar and nitrobenzole to fool buyers.
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Marshall
Don Keyes
Fragmented OCR Notice Signals Odd Ad Display
A damaged OCR text fragment notes display adverts and scattered names including Darius Perkins and a printer. It references choices between two words, a single-word alternative, and a partial publication instruction about finding it in this paper. The garbled lines suggest a puzzle or misread sale or feature.
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Samira
Various Patent Remedies and Odd Notices Collected
A hodgepodge of health claims and quirky anecdotes promotes syrups and tonics. Claims tout Syrup of Figs for cleansing the system, Dr White’s Pulmonaria for coughs, and Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription for women’s health, with assurances of no alcohol and money-back guarantees. Also mentions a naturalist’s fruit-fly misclassification and a highway to neighborly gifts with drums.
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Pierce
Orld’s: Dispensary Medical Association
Proprietors
Main Street
Buffalo
Emulsion of cod liver oil aids digestion and nourishment
Taking butter from milk was known early, but today a cod liver oil emulsion offers easier digestion and stronger nourishment. Scott’s Emulsion of cod liver oil is advertised as a restorative food, with Scars & Rowse Chemises in New York promoting it.
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Scott
Scars
Sth Avenue
New York
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