Un denomi national Christian revival aims at twentieth century awakening
A broad national effort to revive Christianity across denominations will begin at the century’s start. The Volunteer Organization of Ministers and Laymen, led by William Phillips Hall, forms a central committee with members from New York Philadelphia Brooklyn Boston and Newark. Central points are Philadelphia New York and Chicago, with local campaigns to follow in towns and villages nationwide. The plan calls for a volunteer commission, district and city committees, and prayer meetings starting December 9, aimed at uniting Protestant churches in a nonsectarian crusade to spread Christian faith and Bible teaching.
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William Phillips Hall
New York City
Tave Bee
Mindelphia
Brooklyn
Boston
Newming+land
Philadelphia
New York
Chicago
Dean Wnt
Cuntrol Committee
Doun
Bud
Whitford
Ab Moody
Toral
Vwighe L. Mooiy
Greg Eon
Hiv
Wilson Phnips Hail
Whalyman
Jer. Branets
Clark
United Christian Endeavory
George T. Parves
J. F. Carson
Central Presbyterian Church
Hey
James 1
Yunsey
First Reformed Church
Newark
Jas. & Ely
Phiiiadelphia
Presbyterian Evangelistic Committee
Margaret Lotteme
International Order of King’s Daughters
Mary McElroy
Young Women's Christian Association
F. J. Jacobs
John H. Converse
Baldwin Locomotive Works
William R. Moody
Sdf
Jona Willis Baer
United Society of Christian Endeavor
Joan 2. Matt
The
International U. al. G. A
John S. Huyler
L. L. Doggett
Springfield
Mass
Uraia School
O. O. Howard
J. J. Hstey
Brattiebury
George E. Braems
United
Urisan
Voluner Organization
National Central
Lord Jesus Christ
United States of America
Coristido Commission
United States
Central Committee
United Pryor
United States Thy Central Committee
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Nap
The Clothesline Dance in a Windblown Day
A poem from Youth's Companion depicts a clothesline scene where wind agitates garments, flutters sunbonnets, and defines the playful life of linen. The imagery follows clothes as dancers guided by breeze, ending with a maid styling hair and watching passersby.
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Aid
Bridget
Mary
Crosman to Bring Mistress Nell to London Tour
Stenrietta Crosman, whose success in Mistress Nell has been ample, may present the play in London next spring. Maurice Campbell, her manager, has been in correspondence with three London managers eager to engage Miss Crosman. He will travel to the other side in January to finalize arrangements, and a special Mistress Nell company is being organized for a tour opening tomorrow.
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Stenrietta Crosman
London
Maurice Campbell
Miss Crostman
Miss Crosman
Mistress Nell
Swallows Proposed to Carry Dispatches Instead of Pigeons
In Vrange the idea of using swallows for dispatches is debated. Supporters say swallows fly higher and faster, up to about eighty miles per hour, are less shot, more faithful and intelligent, need fewer feed stops, and are easier to train than pigeons.
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Vrange
Washington Crimes and Drink Fuels Political Turmoil
A lengthy report from Washington links a spate of crimes and public scandals to excessive drinking among federal workers. It recounts Auditor Frank Hy Morris's murder by Sam MacDonald and traces similar incidents across Treasury, pension, and other departments, highlighting a culture of favoritism, reforms, and tragic acts by notable officials and politicians in the capital.
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Washington
Frank Hy Morris
Sam" MacDonald
Washington Beema
MacDonall
Pension Bureau
Hye
Treasury Department
Ben Worrell
Sam MacDonald
Worrell
Cooper Maginn
Hunt
Mayiun
Stig
Faulbee
Kentucky
Tfe
Kincaid
Louisville
Taubee
House of Representatives
Taulbee
Taulbec
House
Senate
Seague
MacDonald
Auditor Morris
Cleveland
Steubenville
Ohio
al Lower
Recovery Reported After Self Inflicted Wounds Plea Insanity
The article discusses a man recovering from self inflicted wounds and his plea regarding murder and insanity. It notes ongoing legal proceedings and questions surrounding his mental state. Authorities and medical staff monitor the case as details remain uncertain.
Advocates Endorse Hot Baths For Warmth Health
The New York Post discusses hot baths as safer and more healthful than cold plunges, noting a suggested water temp around 110 F and brief durations under five minutes. It cautions against cold showers afterward and mentions Japan’s practice for context, while recounting a public bathhouse incident and reviewer opinions.
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Japan
Stig
Dy Ebierges
Wwe
New York Post
Food values for children urged more fat in diet
A New York Post report cites Rcspenser advising that growing children need fat in their meals. Many mothers overfocus on lean meats and starchy sides, while pure fats like butter olive oil and milk fat are essential for proper growth and tuberculosis resistance, with emphasis on fatty intake for all ages from infancy onward.
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Rcspenser
Rica
New York Post
A Holiday Dessert From Old New York Recipes
A New York Post item presents a holiday dessert using Havarian cream and coffee. It details scalding, double boiler mixing, milk infusion, beaten eggs with sugar, gelatin, vanilla, and cream, then chilling in molds until firm. The process combines custard like base and whipped cream for a rich set.
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New York
Slama
New York Post
Hints on Watering Flowers From Home Companion
Advice from Robert R. McGregor on plant care recommends drainage by placing broken pottery or brick at pot bottoms and adding sand to soil to prevent sogginess. Water thoroughly then wait for surface soil to dry before watering again. Avoid daily shallow watering. keep pots on sand-filled saucers to regulate moisture.
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Robert R. McGregor
Home Companion
How Cunning Should Be Done in Polite Trade Practice
A London Globe quip contrasts refined politeness in business letters with the harsh demand for payment. It cites a mock debtor letter that blends flowery rhetoric with the request for a check, praising past favors and hoping for prompt settlement.
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The
London Globe
Winnebago Board Adopts Memorial Against Football
The Winnebago county board adopted a memorial to the Wisconsin legislature requesting prohibition of football in the state, cited as dangerous to health and life of players. Introduced by Supervisor Nash of Menasha, who broke his leg in a game, it argues the sport is unsafe as now played.
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Winnebago County Board
Wisconsin
Nash
Menasha
Alger Defends Army Ration Charges in North American Review
Former Secretary of War Russell A. Alger writes in the North American Review defending the army ration during the Spanish War. He disputes Commissary General Charles P. Egan and Major General Nelson A. Miles, calls Miles’ beef accusations unfounded, and insists canned beef was a legitimate part of the ration. He notes investigations showed no basis for the charges, and praises the army’s leadership during Cuba and the Philippines campaigns.
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New York
Des
North American Review
Russell A. Alger
Artivia Alger
Chas. P. Egan
Nelson A. Miles
Egan
Miles
Commissary
Hgan
War Investigation Commission
Hig
Roble
United States
R. H. Chittenden
Yale
W. O. Atwater
Wesleyan University
W. D. Bigelow
Bureau of Animal Husbandry
Department of Agriculture
W. H. Dely
Spain
Cuba
Philippines
Porto Rico
Paris
The Boys Room and a Boy's Castle at Home
A wise parent should furnish a boy’s room as a safe social space to invite friends and entertain, letting them have a free, healthy, “good-time” noise. Preventing misbehavior by home autonomy keeps youths from street life and keeps family calm.
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Streem
Flora Zoll Briggs
Hawaii’s Great Growth Amid Annexation Boom
A New York Mall note discusses Hawaii’s population rise from 1896 to 1900, with 44 981 residents, 41.2 percent growth, and Oahu as the core gain. It attributes immigration as the main factor and cites property value surges, sugar plantations improvements, and a real estate boom centered on Honolulu and suburbs.
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Hawaaii
Hawaii
Annexi- Leon
Oahu
Honolulu
Cotrae
Intereasa
Hopolulu
Ode to Robert Louie Stevenson by Richard Burton
A heartfelt tribute to Robert Louis Stevenson praising courage kindness and brotherhood. The poem urges comrades to honor his struggle and triumph, celebrating artistry romance and resilience as inspiration for enduring friendship and virtue.
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Robert Louie Stevenson
Gasytel Chun
Richard Burton
Janson Debuted as Kicker Amid Domestic Spotlight
Brooklyn Life reports Janson has developed into a confident kicker while his wife manages every tint. He kicked last night after a 13 dinner was wild. She made it hot for him, highlighting personal tensions in the homefront context.
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Janson
Brooklyn
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