Foreign legations fire in Peking cited again
Minister Conger reports imperial troops continue to fire on the legations though the armistice was declared July 17. The Chinese government’s stance appears inconsistent or not in good faith, while Governor Thomas of Colorado notes Bryan’s weakened West support and cites shifting Republican alignments and Philippine policy as reasons.
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Conger
State Department
Imperial
Thomas
Colorado
Mr. Stevenson
Bryan
West
McKinney Administration
Ex Consul Macrum Confronts Boer War and China Bets
The Cincinnati Enquirer notes ex-Consul Charles E. Macrum voices clear anti British views on the Boer war while avoiding critique of McKinley. It discusses U S policy in China, wartime troop use to protect Americans, and the Philippines as Congress weighs postwar disposition. It also critiques William Jennings Bryan’s politics and his stance on gold standard and empire.
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Cincinnati Enquirer
Charles E. Macrum
the Enquirer
McKinley
Pekin
China
United States
Speech Warns Against Empire as Election Issue
The Indianapolis address argues that GOP victory would begin the path to empire, a crafty tactic not resolving Bryan’s flawed public views and va gar ies. It warns the nation would stay unsettled, risking poverty and distress if his policies take hold.
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Indianapolis
Bryan
Bryan and Silver in Bryan's Kansas City Exchange
The piece cites Walter Wellman on an interview with William Jennings Bryan after the Kansas City convention. It notes Bryan’s insistence on 16 to 1, vows to press repeal of the gold standard, and pursuit of free coinage after inauguration. It frames his motives as contrasting with McKinley and aims to rally silver supporters.
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Bryan
Indianapolis
United States
Walter Wellman
Kansas City
Wellman
McKinley
Mr. Bryan
Congress
Governor Nash Defends McKinley Echoing Grant Era Charge
Governor Nash told the Third and Fourth Ward Republican club in Columbus that Democratic cries of militarism echo the 1868 and 1872 anti Grant campaigns. He said voters supported Grant then and will again for McKinley, insisting the current charges lack fact and will fail in 1900.
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Nash
Third and
Fourth Ward
Republican Club
Columbus
Democracy
General Grant
Grant
McKinley
Labor Day Picnic Plans For Seventeen Contests
After a Trades and Labor Assembly meeting the committees for the Labor Day picnic reported progress but the sports sub committee faced many decisions. Seventeen contests are planned with prizes larger than before. No speaker is likely, and funds may be used to distribute labor journals instead to spread unionism.
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Trades and Labor Assembly
Italy's New Sovereign Victor Emmanuel III Crowned Prince to Queen Elena
The article sketches Victor Emmanuel III born 1869 as Italy's new king. Despite health fragility and short legs he pursued studies, coin collecting, and a strict military career, becoming lieutenant general of the Tenth division. He married Montenegro's Elena four years ago, a union marked by privacy and cultural shifts, with heir apparent Emanuele, duke of Aosta, by a later alliance.
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Victor Emmanuel III
Humbert
Margherita
Victor Emmanuel II
Italy
Europe
Naples
Prince of
Nikita
Montenegro
Elena
Emanuele
Duke of
Aosta
Orleans
Indulgent father tale ends in parlor wreck
Colonel Caliper recalls Silas Zingtock of Storkville Centre Vermont who built a home kite blower using a large secondhand plant. His son Rufus, bent on stronger wind, triggers a hurricane in the parlor breaking windows, smashing pictures and bric a brac, ending the indulgent father’s mercy.
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Calliper Kueen
Storkville Center
Colonel Caliper
Silas Zingtock
Storkville Centre
Rufus
Rufu
Mr. Zingtock
New York Sun
Eight Men Help Stranger Find House in New Orleans Night
A northern visitor recounts southern politeness as eight men form an advance guard on Bourbon Street to locate a boarding house for a woman he escorted home. They search with matches, then raise their hats and depart after guiding the couple to their destination.
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Bourbon Street
New Orleans Times-Democrat
Military Courage and Soldier Fear Across Armies
The London Spectator notes that no army can determine the true share of truly brave men. Great officers keep such knowledge secret while acknowledging fear exists. It cites Marshal von Moltke and American officers admitting about 20 percent might flee if possible, yet most soldiers face shells when disciplined and motivated.
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Marshal von Moltke
London Spectator
A Cyclists Paradise in Rural France Cafés
A Caterer describes rural France cycle stops as welcoming havens with open air tables under evergreen arbors. For a franc and a half to two, diners enjoy a perfected omelet, stewed rabbit, soft cheese, wine and coffee. An extra sous buys wine inflation by the waiter who may pump the cyclist’s tire if allowed.
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France
Rafes
Marchand de Vins
Warship Size and Craft Distinctions Mentioned
Warships once stood out from merchant ships by larger size, but that distinction no longer holds as naval vessels have a different construction. A commenter notes an elephant can carry about ten tons on its back, illustrating comparisons of weight and design.
A Record in Blood Hood's Sarsaparilla Claim
A historical ad style record touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a lifesaving health tonic for stomach nerves kidneys and blood claiming it cures ailments and improves energy. It cites user testimonials and promotes Hood's Pills as non irritant, with price noted. Also mentions other ads for student{ and }tuition at Franklin College with catalog offer.
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Hood
Sheriff Sale in Stark County Ohio August 25 1900
Public auction of two parcels in Bethlehem area Stark County Ohio following court order. First tract contains about one fourth of an acre at the east line of the Bethlehem Massillon road, and second tract a smaller lot near outlet No. 1 adjoining Bethlehem. Appraised at 565 and 235 dollars respectively, total 900 dollars. Cash. Education rich in the railway accounting field. Fall term opens August 16 at Globe Telegraph College Lexington Kentucky.
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Geo. H. Cross
Court of Common Pleas
Stark County
Ohio
Court House
City of
Canton
County of
Stark
Blair
George Smith
Bethlehem
Massillon
Bethlehem and
Anand
al Ng Railway Companies
Globe Telegraph College
Lexington
Peck Emerges From Early Wisconsin Paper Venture
Ex governor George W. Peck of Wisconsin, famed for Peck's Bad Boy, ran a small country weekly in the 1860s. His jokes column drew Brick Pomeroy's attention, leading to an offer to work for The Democrat of Lacrosse. Peck quickly accepted the job by telegram, urging quick action to avoid withdrawal.
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Oser
George W. Peck
Wisconsin
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Philippine Islands
Republican Party
Philippines
Bryan and
Silver
Victor Emmanuel
Little Prince
New Orleans
Massillon Independent
Cincinnati Weekly Gazette
Weekly Gazette
P.S
Cincinnati
Fcares
John A. Manlin
John A.manlin
Chas. Powers
Chas
Afton Anzathent
John A. Menlin
Dre
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Golden Monitor
C. OG
DRS, Kennedy & Kergan
W. B.conklin
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Foley
Rider & Snyder
Franklin College
New Athens
State OF Obio
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Aberit Attornat
Pooper
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