Hawaii and McKinley’s early duties on annexation
The article discusses President McKinley’s potential first act on Hawaii annexation, reflecting public anticipation after the 1898 election. It notes Hawaii’s strategic importance, the political divisions in Washington, and the possible paths for statehood amid opposition from annexationists and concerns about royalist factions. It mentions Queen Liliuokalani and the legacy of earlier Hawaii events, with the Pacific islands framed as a pivotal U.S. destiny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Hawaii
Ha~ Wali
Waele Sam
Cleveland
Liliuckalani
McKinley
Washington
Mater
Pye
Uso
G. Dole
Lae
Oahu
Honolulu
Hawaii and annexation politics dot the post election scene
A historical survey notes Hawaii's strategic value with 160000 residents across six main islands. It highlights Oaha Maui Molokai and Kauai roles, the coral harbor breakwater at Honolulu, and the shift after McKinley’s oath. It recalls King Wamehameha, British and French influence, and early missionary efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hawaii
Oaha
Maui
Molowai
Lavai
Nithauio
Kuto
Pacific Islands
Captain Cook
Wamehameha
George 117
England
Great Britain
France
Kamehastehe
Talands
Woman Leads New York Department Store In Modern Era
An employee notes the store’s leadership shift toward women, with a young female superintendent managing delivery and assigning routes, while praising women for reliability and higher wages. The article highlights a progressive atmosphere as women hold superior positions and many staff are content with pay and duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Lacre
Shevlore
Pervision
Wighseen
Jay
Sir John Millais Learns From Young Sketcher
The London Chronicle recounts Sir John Millais at Bow Street where a male helped critique a popular artist’s sketch from the press box. The scene ends with Milins, later identified as Joan Milins, receiving a card and a wry remark about learning new tricks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sir John Millais
John
Bow Street
London Illustrated
Pound
Joan Milins
London Chronicle
Siberia rail link to halve world travel time
Harper’s Weekly notes plans for a Siberian rail across Siberia that could slash circum navigation from about 66 days to 33. Baron Hilkof, an American mechanic and Russian prince, predicts completion in four to five years and outlines travel times from St Petersburg to Vladivostok and back.
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Jules Verne
Baron Hilkof
Enoss Sigeria
A Lover of the Day continues amid romantic plotting
Patrice remains courted by Graham as he seeks her favor with flattery and schemes, while Captain Kelly and household staff observe with wary interest. Patrice grows attached, confident in Graham yet mindful of consequences, and the matter of engagement deepens amid kitchen chatter and social scrutiny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary
Graham
Pacrice
Patrice
Grihun
Apa
Palmer
Sholto Graham
Capt. Kelly
Lis
Eurtin
Tound Pont
Kensington Gardens
Sue
Lise Maude
Lenon
Paulie
Cook
Capt Kelly
Buzzart
Iover
Lila
Patries
Anel
Engaged fortune hunters and a royal London life
Shalto Graham, a royal press hopeful,receives news of Patrice’s engagement to Sir Andrew Gwenap, sparking a mix of ambition and envy. Meanwhile his sister’s social ascent entwines with editorials, gossip and the prospect of joining the front as a special correspondent.
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Eledrifver
War
Sol
Stark
Patrice
Capl
Kelly
London
Del
Ol' Mary
Patri¢e
Snake
God
Colyran 25
Andrew Gwenap
Gwenap
Swithemore & Co
Margaret
Shalto Graham
Heathermoor
Badinburgh
David Graham
Rose Street
Edinburgh
Margaret Graham
Jove
Maggie
Dhia
Gwongo
Monet
Graham
Stratia
Sir Andrew Cryenap
Croesis
Faljow
Shale Grashem
Sholto Graham
Daily Electrifyer
Tandon
Edward ‘Thorburn
East Anglia
Norfols
Bert
Erindlog
Somerset House
Admiralty
Thorburn
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Wii
Uncle Sam
United States
Lilivexalan
Kateeheameha III
Norolace
Major McKinjey
Haawaiian
Gary
Sir Joan Millais
Siberia
Crat
Gaham
Kenga
Tay
Iim
Cha Acter
Shakte Graben
Patrie
Flaci
Jim
Nou
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