James Wilson Looms Large in Roosevelt Cabinet History
The article praises James Wilson, veteran secretary of agriculture and McKinley appointee, noting he joined the cabinet in 1897 and has been asked to serve a third term. It highlights his integrity, leadership, and the vast scope of U.S. farm interests, with exports surpassing imports by $337 million annually.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel Webster
Sherman
Thomas
James Birdseye McPherson
Vicksburg
Atlanta
McKinley
James Wilson
Roosevelt
Wilson
Hay
Department of State
United States
Interior Department
Tresbury
Santo Dantingo
People Who Radiate Cheer Describe Value of Joyful Souls
A Detroit Free Press excerpt extols individuals who spread cheer and counter gloom. It argues such cheerful people attract others and uplift those around them, deeming material wealth inferior to the impact of gladness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Free Presa
Fragmentary Court Sketch Refers to Barber and Potter Scene
A fragmentary text hints at a barber customer window and a potter involved in a tense scene. The lines mention a father and a character named Puck in a dramatic exchange, suggesting a stage or literary snippet.
Unknown inventor builds rubber suit in Geneva
A man at Geneva, Switzerland, showed a rubber suit of his own invention. He claimed it would keep wearers dry and comfortable while remaining in the water for extended periods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geneva
Switzerland
Sporting notes from Missouri and beyond
Governor Folk signs a pool selling and book making felony bill effective June 16. Brooklyn manager Hanlon lands a 9900 pound yearly salary. Jockey Aubuchon suffers a broken collarbone at New Orleans Fair Grounds. Jockey McLoughlin fined for road riding in New Orleans. Jabez White, England’s lightweight champ, arrives in the U.S. Georgetown and Virginia resume athletic relations. Cornell trainer Jack Moakley ill with pinkeye. Company J Sixth Regiment meets at a West Chester rifle range. Dick Nolan seeks private match between Hughes Gallagher and Lenny. William J. Armstrong buys pacer Bom Gate from H K Rankin for 3400.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Governnor Folk
Missouri
Hanlon
Brooklyn
Aubuchon
Monng Taph
New Orleans Fair Grounds
City Park
McLoughlin
New Orleans
Jabez White
England
Georgetown
Virginia
Jack Moakley
Cornell
Pinkeye
Company J
Sixth Regiment
N. P
West Chester
Dick Nolan
Hughes Gallagher
Chicago
Adie Lenny
Gallagher
Lenny
Where Honey Is There You Will Find Bees
A concise proverb-like note ties honey to bees, stating that productive places attract the insects that produce them. The line emphasizes natural cause and the link between resources and inhabitants.
How Much Do You Need When Trouble Stalks By
The piece honors friends who stand by in sorrow and the one who quietly asks how much is needed. It thanks those who offered support in deep woe and blesses the enduring compassion of true companions. The Los Angeles Herald attributes the verse to a reflective note on friendship in hardship.
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Yos
Margery
Bonnet
Aetter
Eas
Geraldson
Upart
Bert
Vining
Boston
Chet
Sidiprstand
Geralai
Ber Vous
The Letter That Reunited a Distant Love
In a remote pine ranch a man writes to his absent Boston beloved confessing poverty and heartbreak after a failed West venture. A nurse, Elsie Vining, arrives to save him and learns of his secret marriage and child, while a final letter reveals a lasting bond and a renewed hope.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geraldson
Thame
Lone Pine Ranch
Margery
Santo Domingo Debt Crisis and US Involvement
Writings on Santo Domingo describe a debt crisis under President Morales with vast public funds siphoned by officials. It notes a largely tranquil yet impoverished population, a powerful presidenc y and a weak education system. The article discusses US plans to assume control of revenues to pay foreign debts and outlines the island’s resources and tropical landscape.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Dominican Republic
Httle
Wiliam K. Lane
Republi
Morales
Ausscalty
Jobt Wite ee ee at
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a job action or notice but lacks clear names dates places or institutions. No verifiable entities beyond vague terms.
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Life Insurance
Prudential
Follars
Hinsurance CO. OF America
Newark
W. J
New Jersey
Shin F. Dryden
Edgar B. Ward
D. Ward
Forrest F. Dryden
Wilbur & Johnson
Edward Gray
A. H. Higtee
Roops
Burkhard Building
Road
Washington ‘Avenue
Pleasantville
N. J
W.schumpf
Law
Atlantic City
Sporting Notes
William J. Armstrong
Westchester
Remington Typewriter
Broadway
New York
Beacon Street
Ife
Miss Vining
Trinity Mountains
Redding
Weaverville
Elsie Vining
Tofe
Eid
Craigs
Santo’ Domingo Harbor
Publc
Santo Domingo's National Palace
Republic
Republic of
Santo Domingo
Cuba
West Indies
Tee Coast
Tropics
Carlos F. Morales
Nicholas
Haw Rpce Centh
Edwasia Mare
Duchy of Cornwall
Ordnance’ Survey
Thorner
Scientific American
Wes
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