New England society dinner speaker and Manila note
John Barrett, former Siam envoy, pays tribute to Gen Lawton at the New England Society dinner in New York. He reads a letter from Lawton urging truth about the Philippines and condemning anti imperialist talk. The note mentions Philadelphia politics, typewriter prices, Carl Schurz on free silver, Brumby’s death, and final burial in Atlanta.
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New England Society
New York
John Barrett
Siam
Lawton
Philippines
Barrett
Philippine
America
Milipinos
Iam
Record of corn exports rises worldwide in 1899
The Bureau of Statistics November statement shows a larger export of corn in the first eleven months of 1899 than in any prior period. It also reports a higher price per bushel than in any year since 1895, underscoring the growing global demand for American corn in all regions.
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Bureau of Statistics
Vindictive tactics block Bynum nomination in senate
The article condemns Democratic efforts to derail Hon. W. D. Bynum in the U S Senate confirmation. It argues Bryuanites see disloyalty in resisting democracy and use party power to discipline dissenters. It notes a hundred million dollars yearly market for U S goods in Cuba, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and the Philippines under normal demand.
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W. D. Bynum
United States Senate
Bryuanites
United States
Cuba
Puerto Rico
Hawaii
Philippines
Thos Islands
Bills Introduced Include Grosvenor Pension for 90-Day Veterans
The house bills list General Grosvenor of Ohio proposing pensioning all who served 90 days in the war of the rebellion, and Representative Babcock of Wisconsin seeking to prevent adulteration of foods, along with Representative Gaines of Tennessee wiving to Nashville the gun that fired the first shot in the war with Spain on the gunboat Nashville.
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House
Grosvenor
Ohio
Babcock
Wisconsin
Gaines
Tennessee
Nashville
Spain
Deadwood Mint Bill Proposed for Black Hills Region
Senator Kyle introduces a senate bill seeking a 200000 appropriation to build a mint in Deadwood South Dakota. The proposal argues the Black Hills mining area deserves local mintage to reduce long transport costs and bolster regional standing as production grows. The piece notes Deadwood’s significance relative to smaller cities with mints and urges recognition of regional mining importance.
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South Dakota
Black Hills
Kyle
Senate
Deadwood
Secretary John Hay as presidential successor in review
The January Review features a character sketch of Secretary John Hay following Vice President Hobart’s death, noting Hay’s ample preparation for the presidency from his long service since Lincoln. Henry Macfarland, Washington correspondent, argues Hay’s 39 years since Lincoln’s private secretary have equipped him well for the high office.
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Review of Reviews
John Hay
Hobart
Henry Macfarland
Washington
Hay
Lincoln
Local assault case dismissed after witness delay
Louis Burfeiad of Baker township faced Judge Abbey on an assault and battery charge with J. Absl as witness. Absent witness prompted a continuance request, denied. Case dismissed after jury was impaneled and readiness declared. Report notes bill of expenses about 70 pounds and includes an ad for De Witt's Little Early Risers.
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Louis Burfeiad
Baker Township
The Katfr's Wiver and Kaffir Wealth Rules
A Columbia State excerpt describes the Ixatlir day laborer counting wealth in cattle to buy wives in Zululand. Ten cows buys a wife, the eleventh slain for the wedding feast. After several wives, he gains status. daughters and wives drive wealth, while chiefs enforce strict morals.
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Ixatlir
Columbia State
Nebraska farm mortgage tale ends with debt paid
A Nebraska farmer, burdened by a 700 dollar mortgage, plants 80 acres of wheat despite a poor year. He abandons the field, returns after neighbors report progress, and harvests a crop that clears debts and yields a surplus. The farmer then proclaims no state equals Nebraska. A separate note from Atchison recounts a fence dispute ending with the fence restored. A London New York bank check flow reportedly surpasses the value of all global coin.
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Nebraska
Missouri
Lincoln
Neb
Tibbs Election Speech Inspires Senate Nomination
Senator Eldridge of Shelby nominating Nashville newsboy Jimmie Tibbs for page in a dramatic Senate speech, praising his courage and humble origins while cautioning rivals. Tibbs won election as page. the note ends with Tibbs was elected in the Nashville American.
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Senator Eldridge
Shelby
Jimmie Tibbs
Nashville
Senate
Eldridge
Tibbs
Page Jim Tibbs
Davidson County
Mississippi
Middle Tennessee
Mr. Speaker
Mr. Tibbs
Jesus
Climax
Sarah
Will
Nashville American
State militia to receive 500 rifles for armory use
A Pierre correspondent reports South Dakota will soon hold about 500 rifles and other supplies for the armory in the city. The arms will partly replace those turned in to the federal government by the militia, but no reorganization is imminent due to limited funds and pending legislature actions.
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Mainentance
Pierre
United States
Who
Pierce
W. A. Sanders, Esq
Hern, Mason Co
W. Va
Mitchell Chapter Elects Officers for A M A B
Mitchell Chapter held a regular meeting electing officers including High Priest H C Clark King I A Bidwell Scribe C W Adama Treasurer H R Kibbee and Secretary R P Hall The note ends with a quote about Russian families moving to a new home and kindling a hearth fire.
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Mitchell Chapter
A. PF
A.M
H. C. Clark
I. A. Bidwell
C. W. Adama
H. R. Kibbee
R. P. Hall
Shoe department promises affordable stylish footwear
An advert promises prices that fit your purse with a complete shoe department. It highlights a nice nobby pair of shoes to please both boys and girls and notes ladies and gentlemen shoes to fit all feet.
Driven to Drink
A dialogue from an artist and his friend describes a forthcoming picture at the academy titled Driven to Drink. The artist clarifies the work depicts a horse approaching a water trough, not a portrayal of baffled passion as some assume.
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Academy
Our Silk Department Debuts New and Nobby Goods
The Silk department unveils a fresh range of items described as new and nobby. Shoppers are invited to explore the latest fabrics and finishes, with emphasis on quality and updated style.
Our Line of Blankets and Shawls Comfort Warmth Price
A shopper notes that our blankets and shawls provide comfortable warmth when above zero and cheaper prices when below zero, highlighting adaptable comfort and value.
Groceries for Xmas Dinner in Local Ad
Heintz mince meat priced at 10 cents per pound and New York apples at 50 cents per peck. The ad lists white grapes bananas oranges and cider as part of the Xmas dinner selections.
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Heintz
New York
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Aguinaldo
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Union
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L. O Gale
Atchison
Atchison Globe
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Thnrt
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Mark Bridge
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Tre Raport
Pemtigrew
Tom Ayers
Hans Murphy
Foetead
Frank Ford
Minnehaha
Meno
Ayers
Chicago Tribune
the Government
Chicago News
Gillis Shoe Company
Ers
California
W.h.webster
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