War review and Cuba independence call in uncertain times
The piece argues for Cuba to become free and independent, critiques U S policy in the Philippines, and discusses military and political staffing while weighing the cost and implications of action. It highlights calls for a strong army, raises concerns about domestic burdens, and urges attention to the true interests of the mother country.
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Tepee
Tibet
Moby Ot Owen! Gmbh
Ted Wold
Colaiani
Princ Pal
Fragmented OCR Reveals War Era Aid and Policy Debates
The text discusses postwar relief efforts and policy debates, referencing the American Red Cross and United States wartime aid. It mentions relief distributions, the war’s continuity, and questions about national defense funding and executive actions. The excerpt touches on international and domestic relief programs and their administrative context.
Fragmentary War Dispatches and Proclamations from 1898
The text compiles scattered notes on Spain and the United States war, diplomatic moves, and naval actions. It references Cuba, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines, with mentions of Spanish terms, American policy, and a long section on casualty figures, diplomacy, and potential canal discussions. It notes U S protection of citizens abroad, and interwoven reports from Washington and Paris about arrangements and negotiations.
Legislation Recommends Reform in Gold and Currency Standards
The document argues for immediate enactment of currency reform to keep gold holdings in a trust fund and limit gold redemption. It warns against overissuing treasure notes and stresses tying domestic paper money to industrial needs while maintaining a strong currency standard. It also notes forest reserve actions and cautions about currency policy amid economic conditions.
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Thia
United States
Treasury
Allcock's Plasters Crowned Best by Odor and Efficacy
Uplifting claims trumpet Allcock's as the top plaster for cures where others fail. The ad asserts superior ingredients and aroma versus rival porous plasters, noting greater sales and urging readers to avoid imitations and buy Allcock's.
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Allcock
United States Declares War on Spain 1898
The narrative notes the April 21 1898 start of hostilities after Spain withdraws its ambassador following a joint revolution approval. It details Woodford's exit from Madrid and the Cuban coast blockade, the April 25 declaration of war, mobilization of forces, and neutral reactions from foreign nations.
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Woodford
Madrid
Washington
Cuba
Congress
United States
Spain
McKinley
Seay
Peace Terms and Cuba Policy Amid Postwar Occupation Debates
An editorial sketch outlines U S policy after Spain’s defeat, favoring continued military occupation of Cuba until tranquillity and a humane self governing government are established. It stresses avoiding revenge, promoting prosperity, and maintaining cordial relations with nations while awaiting ratified treaties and stable governance. mentions Austria claims and Latin American upheavals.
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Spain
Cuba
Tts
Etv
Isdurl
United States
Prent Family of Nations
Austria
Latin America
Central America
Canal Across the Isthmus urged by Congress at once
The Nicaragua canal commission chaired by Rear Admiral John G. Walker, appointed July 24, 1897, under the sundry civil act, has nearly completed its work. It will present the inquiry on a Nicaraguan route for an inter oceanic canal, its feasibility and cost, as overtures from Nicaragua and Costa Rica prompt fresh canal concessions before Maritime Canal contracts lapse.
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Nicaragua
Maritime Canal Company
Hawaii
United States
Cuba
Porto
Perterraf
Urtet
Vees Os
Thor
Congress
Yenia
Dmard
Prto Rico
Treasury Report Shows 1898 Receipts and Gold Rise
The secretary of the treasury reports fiscal year receipts from all sources at 40631,835 with expenditures at 44,368,582. Customs brought in 149,575,062 and internal revenue 170,900,641. imports value and duties data are given along with tax collections on alcohol and tobacco. Net gold holdings rose from 1897 to 1898, boosting confidence in national credit amid war resources strengthening.
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Secretary of the Treasury
Treasury
United States Treasury
War pensions and army expansion act details and funding
The document discusses Congress approving measures to permanently increase the regular army beyond prior law, with President power to enlist and transfer forces as needed. It cites funding for pensions, totals for 1898 appropriations, disbursements, and additions to pension rolls, noting 889 new names and a total of 6488 pensioners by congressional action.
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Mathor'sing
Secretary of War
Silver dollar and fractional coin value comparison
The note mentions aver counter, currency certificates, and starchard silver dollars with fractional silver coin values. It cites November 1, 1898 at 635 pounds per cent, versus 16.96 per cent on November 1, 1887, indicating a large historical swap in coin value between these dates.
Agricultural Office Busy Advancing Seeds and Sugar Beets
The department of agriculture has expanded seed and plant explorations to eastern and western countries, studies forest fire losses, and seeks water use uniformity across states. Experiment stations grow more effective. annual federal and state funding support nationwide sugar beet trials, doubling sugar factories and boosting domestic production.
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Department of Agriculture
United States
Forestry Division
The
Congress
Steamship Lines and Island Duties for U S Commerce
William McKinley outlines a national steamship policy to support war gains and U S markets. He urges prompt legislation to encourage merchant vessels and seamen, expand postal service, and protect health amid Cuba, Porto Rico, and the Philippines occupancy. He cites costs, population growth, and the need for sanitary measures and expert oversight.
Washington City Celebrates Heritage and International Claims
The document outlines plans to celebrate the founding of Washington with ceremonies and an appropriation request. It notes discussions on military reductions, German and Swiss claims, U S envoy to the Ottoman Porte, indemnity for American missionaries, and the Venezuela boundary tribunal convening in Paris.
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Washington
Tetal
Poyvernmient
Congress
Czar
United States
Russan Cralere
Herngrea
Switzerland
Ottoman Porte
Turkey
Great Britain
Venezuela
British Guianas
Paris
Big War Appropriation and Boxing Fight Report
Washington reports a large supplemental appropriation for war expenses including 60,711.53 for the War Department and 5,568,853 for the naval establishment, totaling 6,503.2 with reappropriated funds. The Senate and House debate reorganizations and funding, while Tom Sharkey and Kid McCoy reportedly sign to fight in New York for a purse of 100,000. News notes also record fastest naval ship and a San Francisco report on a submarine-era paragon.
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Washington
War Department
Military Establishment
Naval Establishment
Ak" McCoy
Sharkey
Tatehed
New York
Dee S
the Press
Tom Sharkey
Kid’ Mc Coy
Lerd Ath'tto
Bob Fitzsimmennea
Doan's Kidney Pills Advertised For Kidney Relief
A Kansas City era ad touts Doan's Kidney Pills as a cure for kidney ailments and backache. Testimonial from Geo M Gould of 1615 Second Ave notes four years of intermittent back pain and kidney disturbance resolved after using the product from Wm Clendenin’s drug store. FosterMilburn Co. of Buffalo NY is named as US sole agents. price 50 cents. admonition to remember the name Dean’s and avoid substitutes.
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Doon
Geo. M. Gould
Second Avenue
Conan
Dean
Wm. Clendenin
Doan
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
U. S
Dean's
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