Tax on Corporate Stock Sparks Bitter Reform Debate
The proposed amendment would tax corporate stock in Illinois besides real and personal property, effectively doubling levies on inc orporated firms. Critics warn it will drive factories from the state, hinder expansion, and harm workers, while supporters claim fairness in taxing capital. The piece notes political factions and local reactions, urging action against the bill.
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Stos
Kopf
Hreeport
le Nuis
Rock Island County
Board of Supervisors
School Board of
Moline
City Counci
Rouen
Asa
Goth
Cies
Bas
Bla
Thias
Preese
Taypoll Twige
Hus
Ulmer
Dinos
Birth Sidds Pleased With Arbitration Triumph in Coal Talks
The piece lauds arbitration and conciliation in coal scale adjustments at Chivazo as a major triumph. It notes a 1 April contract postponement, miners gaining three points including an eight hour day, and no lost work. It cites Senator Hanna and advocates evacilation as best methods to settle disputes.
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People's Party
Workingman’s Party
Worshimpman
Moline
Republican Party
Psas
Meline Workingmen Dal
Medtine
Chivazo
Maine
Wren
Wis
Hanna
Astlc
The Spring Elections and Prohibition Debate
The piece notes upcoming Spring Elections with factions debating party lines. It contrasts a strong push for a straight Republican ticket with Citizens and People's party alignments. It comments on saloon influence in Moline and council actions on prohibition.
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Tcket
People’s Party
Ublic
Pale Aboula
Debates on currency reform and silver certificates
The passage discusses public views on currency, coin and paper money, gold certificates, and the idea of returning to greenbacks. It notes the average man’s interest in money forms, government debt, and the risk of a bullion-driven banking system, with reactions to possible monetary policies.
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Luele Samuel
Basan
Greenbakk
Gia
Mer Cleveland
Representative Meboiry Opposes Local Factory Tax Amendment
The Dispatch criticizes Mr. McEntry for voting for a tax that would deter new factories in Rock Island Rock Island district while Hib represents major manufacturing interests outside Chicago. It argues partisan stance harms state prosperity and notes the amendment was defeated.
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Meboiry
Delson
Wethane
Mo. Ruity
Chicago
Rock Ieland
Moline
MceEntry
Hewitt’s Iron Ore Prediction Outpaced by 1897
Abram S. Hewitt foresaw 15 000 000 tons of iron ore used annually by century’s end and 25 000 000 tons ten years later. By 1897 consumption had already reached the 1800 forecast, proving American ore, furnaces, and labor dominate U S iron and steel production.
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Abram S. Hewitt
New York
United States
House committee backs Teller silver resolution defeat
The Ways and Means Committee promptly reported the Teller silver resolution with a recommendation that it not pass. The action favored by some was contrasted with broader concern in Congress as the resolution moved toward a vote and party lines appeared evident.
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Ways and Means
House
Teller
Actio W
Th . Bongress
McKinley Seeks Small National Banks Expansion
President McKinley backs a plan to create national banks with capital under 50,000 dollars but banking and currency committee members fail to reach agreement, hindering progress and delaying reporting on the measure.
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McKinley
Banking and Currency Committee
Republican primary timing and campaign optimism
The piece notes upcoming Republican primaries in the Twenty second and Siath districts on March 26 and earlier nominations, arguing long campaigns burden candidates and suggesting June or July nominations could form better organizing committees. It critiques Washington’s committees and laments stalled Hawaiian treaty progress while urging less legislation.
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Siath
Chicago
Conetuss
Wastardeat Pulvaienen
Washington
Danko
Reform measure dominates senate hearing amid party clash
The senate and hear debate a reform bill as the Hlingis group pushes a single measure. Democrats oppose the revenue plan and Republicans seek real reform. The legislature braces for a clash over the measure and its fiscal impact amid partisan tensions.
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Hlingis Senate
Nepal
Unclear text mimics a historic resolution discussion
Fragmentary OCR text references a resolution and financial bonds, suggesting debates over silver payments and the treasury department. Names and clear facts are obscured, leaving only a general theme of monetary policy and congressional action.
Unclear text historical note about workers and trusts
Fragmentary OCR passage mentions a Bakers Crew and reduction of wares by trusts, implying wage suppression across establishments. Specific entities, dates, and clear actions are unreadable due to garbled text.
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Ameyva Bakers
Treasury and Debt Notes Highlighted in Early U S History
A garbled report references the United States Treasury, gold deposits, borrowing to support finances, and efforts to maintain the dollar’s strength. The text notes government actions within a span of less than three years and mentions deposits of gold and related debt management.
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United States Treasury
Quieting Influence of Maine at Havana Noted
The article states that Maine presence in Havana has subdued tension in the city with no new threats to Americans. It notes that even hostile words from a Spanish paper fail to provoke the local Spugiarcds of Cuba.
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Havana
Cuba
Free Trade Claims Stir Export Debates Over Steel and Motors
A disputed export policy scene sees Orange Free State officials restrict PE steel delivery to Way Cars while a Penney Usani diecom penny arrangement is cited. Russia orders OMoLives from a New Derses company, highlighting tensions in global trade and manufacturing exports.
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Orange Free State
Rovermeont
Ambiguous Political Greetings Influence State Rail Roles
The text cites state figures advocating for a constitutional reform and notes possible successors to William Morrison as interstate railroad commissioner. Ex-Governor Ritter or Wes J. Calhoun are mentioned as suitable candidates, with confidence expressed in their selection by the president.
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Ritter
Wes J. Calhoun
William Morrison
Uhhinvis
Sweden and Narsay Close to War After Strained Ties
Relations between Sweden and Narsay are severely strained and brink of conflict looms. Both sides are ready to escalate with only a minor incident needed to trigger hostilities.
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Sweden
Narsay
Wayak Men With Nervous Debility Offer Free Consultation
Weak men suffering from nervous debility and exhausted vigor can find new hope. Dr. Greeang, at 148 State Street, Chicago, offers free letter consultations to weakened men and explains how his strengthening medicines can restore vigor. Write him immediately for guidance and a personal assessment.
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Greeang
State Street
Chicago
Ill
Alaska-bound travel deals advertised on Rock Island Route
An advertisement offers low rates for Alaska bound travel on the Rock Island Route. It promotes four car service to Puget Sound bound portions and invites readers to contact C., By S & P for complete ticket information and the latest Klondike region map.
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Alaska
Rock Island
Puget
Klondike
Fragmented OCR note on a Canadian business detail
A garbled OCR snippet shows a cashier queried about a proprietor's location with the reply that the owner is out in Canada. The fragment hints at a booking for information but lacks clear context or names.
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Tomer
Canada
Turmoil Over Government and Parliament Dominates Front Pages
A chaotic political landscape unfolds as reports cite Prime Minister clashes with opposition over the queen's speech and lockdown measures. Editors urge swift government action to reassure the nation amid cabinet tensions and calls for transparency.
Insurgent Actions and Storm Ravage Reported in Caribbean and New England
Reports detail insurgent attacks across Cuba including near Holguin and Guines with casualties among Spanish troops, plus a large maritime loss as storms rage from New England to Massachusetts. Casualties and property damage rise as wreckage, missing vessels, and port disruptions spread along the coast.
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Imet
Phnar del Loc
del Rio
Santa Clara
Jan Poadtat
Nevet Eterna
Oon
eAgaRgemeny
Guiness
Roserycedimt
Cayajules
Jinar Dal Tyre
Holguin
Santiago de Cuba
Vieneral Luque
Jose Miguel Gomez
Tracha
Clero de Avila
Ciego de Avila
New England
Bosten
Massachusetts
Rhode Island
Othee
Gloucester
Little Nahant
Charles H. Briggs
Baker's Islands
Salém Harbor
Gloucester Harbor
Bay
Cape Anns
Cape Cod
Massachusetts Bay
Boston
Electtic
Trelley
Six Victims Identified in Gloversville Fire Tragedy
In Gloversville New York the Alvord House fire killed six. Bodies recovered include Hen C Day Benjamin F Strickland Bell Boy Charles Ruppert and E F Kimball and his wife and daughter from Indianapolis. Only Mrs Kimball's trunk and the daughter's remains were found largely consumed. Kimball was the only recognizable body among the six.
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Gloversville
N. Y
Alvord
Ec Hotel
Hen C. Day
Benjamin F. Strickland
Charles Ruppert
Iopeetile
E. F Kimball
Indianapolis
Wanamaker to Run Against Quay for Governor Seat
A state business conference in Philadelphia yesterday urged John Wanamaker to become the Republican candidate for governor. The group, aligned with business interests, resolved to back Wanamaker against United States Senator Quay in the gubernatorial race.
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Wanamaker
Quay
Philadelphia
Revenue measures advance in Illinois legislature amid mixed votes
Springfield notes show the revenue bill passing the house 78 to 4 after a recorded roll call with four Democrats abstaining while the senate progressed to third reading on related measures. A primary election bill and a proposed change to Illinois insane hospital legation faced votes as adjournment loomed.
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Springfield
Isls
Peivan’ Pester Soy
Board of Equilization
Senate
House
Supreme Court
Spréesfield
Stas
Peoria
Sprimeteth
Imre S
Nate
County Board of Assessars
Trusts discussed by Col Rend amid coal market talk
Col Rend, a Chicago coal operator, told the Senate inquiry committee in Columbus that coal trust activity may yield road results. He defended trust concepts as serving public interests while noting price suppression and miner fines. He urged dropping coal operations as a public welfare measure amid panic. The exchange touched on trusts and industry influence.
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Henry
Ohio
Columbus
Sengta
Colohfel
Rend
Chicago
Ennate Trust
Rejepublicanate Dedicaitie
Keer Jup
Doaki
Phils
Read
Ob Shine
Lindback
Dr Oneal Offers New Eye Ear Nose and Throat Cure
Dr Oneal claims his comprehensive treatment for deafness head noises catarrh and cross eyes is his discovery and available only through him. He says his methods cure eye ear nose and throat diseases without knives or roaring noises and guarantee results even after others deem incurable.
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Oneal
Cao
Otter Specia
Edible Oils Dominate Global Butter Substitutes
The article notes a vast trade in vegetable oils across Egypt, Sudan, India, and the East, with arachide oil from peanuts a principal edible oil. France imports over 1,000,000 hundredweight for production, Belgium also buys large quantities, and arachide oil serves as a soapper and butter substitute when cotton oil prices rise. France already consumes thousands of tons.
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Egypt
Soudan
India
East
France
Grain-O New Grain Beverage Marketed as Coffee Substitute
Try Grain-O, the new food drink to replace coffee. The ad claims children and adults can drink it safely, with a rich seal brown color like mocha or java, though it’s made from pure grains and gentler on the stomach. Priced 15¢ to 25¢ per package and sold by all grocers.
Perzon the French lion tamer used electricity on beasts
The article recounts Perzon’s method of taming lions and tigers by rigging live wires inside the cage. He would turn away and the animal would leap, only to be knocked back by a paralyzing shock from the charged wire, supposedly terrorizing it permanently.
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Btn
S.r
Wicks Jach
Myimdters
Aleodar Thrugh
Wighdrawal
Hor
Stehith
Enbrteus
Udell
Darien
Raf
Este
Perzon
Grain-O replaces coffee for delicate stomachs
A new grain based beverage Grain-O is advertised for grocery stores as a coffee substitute. It claims to ease stomach distress and be affordable, with children able to drink it safely.
Columbus egg triumph lauded as egg sits in crowd
The Castilian group jeered at Columbus but he cracked the eggshell tip and demonstrated the famed solution to the origin story. The scene drew cheers as Columbus completed his feat and gained applause from onlookers in a New York Press summary.
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Castile
Columbus
New York Press
Grain-O: A nourishing grain drink for children
A vintage advertisement promotes Grain-O as a substitute for tea or coffee for kids. It claims Grain-O is delicious, nourishing, and helps distribute health, noting it is made from pure grains and available at retailers for 15¢ and 9¢.
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Lee
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