United States kept lead as top exporter in 1901
Treasury data show the United States remained the world’s leading exporting nation in 1901 with monthly averages and full year totals placing the US well ahead of the United Kingdom and others. The report notes changes in shipping classifications and cites shifts in Hawaii and Porto Rico while confirming continued strength in international trade.
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Treasury Bureau of Statistics
Washington
United States
United Kingdom
Germany
France
Netherlands
Austria-Hungary
Belgium
Hawaiian Islands
Porto Rico
Senate
Judiciary Committee
Hoar
Congress
Department of Justice
Enormous Dividend From Steel Syndicate Ledger
J P Morgan and Co distributed a dividend of 10 million dollars to the members of the syndicate that underwrote United States Steel. The sum equals five percent of the 200 million dollars the syndicate bore liability for.
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New York
J P. Morgan & Co
United States Steel Corporation
Rock Island County Sheriff Candidate Announcement
HD. Kitthlsen announces candidacy for sheriff of Rock Island County, subject to the Republican convention. The notice states his selection as a candidate with intent to run in the party process.
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Rock Island County
Kitthlsen
Rev Newman Hall Dies After Illness in London
London mourns the death of Rev Newman Hall D D former chairman of the Congregational union after a period of illness. Born May 22 1865 he passed away at 9 30 oclock Tuesday morning in London.
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London
Newman Hall
The
Congregational Union
Dr. Hall
De Wet's Forces Divided Near Reitz
British columns clashed with De Wet's forces near Reitz in the Orange River Colony. De Wet's troops were split up and dispersed in the engagement.
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de Wet
Heilbron
Orange River Colony
Reitz
Honest Appeal From Republican Candidate Levingston
A letter from John Levingston solicits Republican voters in the city for the coming spring election. He notes years of nearly total blindness preventing labor and says the emolument of the office would be of great value.
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John Levingston
Munson Announces Candidacy for County Treasurer
N B Munson declares candidacy for county treasurer subject to Republican county convention decision.
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Republican County Convention
N. B. Munson
Charles L. Yvemhire Seeks Tax Collector Post on Republican Ticket
Charles L. Yvemhire announces candidacy for tax collector on the Republican ticket. He cites 18 years of invalid status and inability to support his family, asking friends for support.
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Charles L. Yvemhire
Republican county offices sought by Caldwell and Carby
F H Caldwell and W R Carby announce runs for county treasurer and county sheriff subject to Republican county convention decisions and seek support from friends and voters. The notices state candidacies and the party process guidance.
Heider Announces Candidacy for Rock Island Sheriff
Wm. G. Heider announces his candidacy for Rock Island County sheriff subject to the Republican convention and seeks support from friends.
Republicans Win in Philadelphia Municipal Vote
Philadelphia voters returned a Republican administration sweep in the February municipal election. Officials chosen include a city solicitor six city magistrates common council members and school directors. A proposition to increase the city debt by five million dollars passed by a substantial margin.
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Philadelphia
Whiteside Seeks GOP Backing for General Assembly Seat
W H Whiteside announces candidacy for representative in the General Assembly and asks party friends for support at county and district Republican conventions. He aims to gain backing from the Republican ranks through the upcoming meetings.
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General Assembly
W. H. Whiteside
Rheumatism Cure and Nervousness Preventer Ad
Mr Wheeler credits Chamberlains Pain Balm with curing his rheumatism after one winter of severe stiffness. The testimonial is followed by local druggist notices for Pain Balm and White's Cream Vermifuge touted as a nervousness preventive priced at 25 cents.
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F. J. Clendenin
Republican Candidacy Announcements For State Senate and Representative
Office seekers announce bids with the intent to run as Republicans. L M Magill, L B McCabe, and George W Johnson seek convention approval and Republican support for state senate and representative posts. They request party backing pending convention decisions.
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L. 8. M’cabe
Atate
George W. Johnson
Tax Office Opens in Moline National Building
The tax collector's office has opened in the Moline National building room A rear with hours 9 a.m. to 6 30 p.m. and Wednesday and Saturday until 9 p.m. Taxes should be paid at an early date. John H Peters, tax collector.
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Mary
Anthony
Busan
Azithony
Rochester
Moline National Basik
John H. Peters
Elwin Parmenter Seeks County Judge Nomination
Elwin B. Parmenter announces candidacy for county judge, subject to convention, and seeks support from friends across the county. The announcement notes W. Rane as the state senator reference and invites backing from local voters.
Hubbard Seeks Renomination for County Clerk Post
Henry B Hubbard announces candidacy for renomination as County Clerk and asks for support from Republican well-wishers before the county convention, promising to regard the party's stand as conclusive.
Peterson Opens Contractor and Builder Office at 313 Eighteenth
Peter Peterson announces a new contractor and builder office at 313 Eighteenth Street offering free estimates on all classes of building work and preliminary sketches. He emphasizes premier equipment for all construction details and invites calls to Phone 3221 red.
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Eighteenth Street
Home-seekers excursion tickets to Dakota points
C., M. & St. F. C., M. & St. P. Ry. Co. announces tickets on sale to all points in North and South Dakota in February by P. L. Hinrich. Contact Gen. Agent John L. Bchomp in Davenport or agent in Moline for details and phone numbers 244 and ML.
Taft comments on Aguinaldo and Luna assassination debate
Gov. Taft discusses the Luna killing and Aguinaldo’s role while noting his limited education and dignified bearing. Roosevelt signs the Gillett Lodge bill and seeks a universal treaty to ban intoxicants in Pacific islands. Education chief Harris testifies on racial funding discrimination. Mrs. J A Moore touts Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy.
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Aguinaldo
Gen. Luna
Gov. Taft
Taft
Luna
Washington
Roosevelt
Wilbur F. Crafts
Gillett-Lodge
Pacific
New Hebrides
Hay
Oura
J A. Moore
North Star
Mich
EB. Heimbeck
J. Clendenin
Does Jury Service Stop Women from Founding Disputes
A Chicago Post quote debates whether female jurors would cause more disagreements, suggesting that a juror criticizing another's bonnet could lead to a hung jury on a proposition. The exchange frames gender roles in the jury room and potential conflict dynamics.
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Chicago Post
Perry Davis Painkiller Prevents Lumbago
If you fear back pain you may mistake it for kidney trouble. The piece says muscular stiffness from cold causes the ache and recommends Perry Davis Painkiller as prompt treatment to prevent lumbago. It asserts there is only Perry Davis Painkiller.
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Perry Davis
Not Quite Mad Inquiries At Inquest
A witness testifies about the deceased in a case noting only eccentricity not insanity. The discussion arises from a thread department shopper who bought thread and carried it home herself.
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N. Y
Ripans Tabules Promote Health Benefit for All
An advertisement asserts Ripans Tabules improve nearly any ill health with occasional use. A five cent packet serves ordinary needs while a family bottle costs five cents and lasts a year.
Interest Rates Stated in Per Thousand Per Year
The report lists rates of 190 per 1000 per annum 200 per 1000 per annum 210 per 1000 per annum and 264 per 1000 per annum.
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South Africa
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