Murdered Soldier Identified by Witnesses in Manila
In Manila, Benton’s killing becomes a perplexing mystery with witnesses detailing the dead man’s appearance, background, and strange behavior. Dr. Frank confirms the body as Foster, but brother Sandy Ray testifies he never saw him before.
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Col. Brent
Manila
Svith
Benton
San Francisco
America
Hong Kong
Cuartel
Paco
Paco Way
Calzada Herran
Singalon
Clarke
Hunter
Lieu
Stuyvesant
Calle San Luis
Cocksure
Chirke
Philippines
Foster
Denver
Sacramento
Mellen
Ermita
Connelly
Cuartel de Meys
Brick
Ogden
Murray
James Farnham
Farnham
Ray's startling claim rattles Fort Averill gathering
The narrative centers on Mr. Ray's abrupt announcement about Walter Foster being Maidie Ray's lover. Soldiers react with disbelief and fear of error. Sandy Stuyvesant questions the identification while admitting he barely knew Foster. The piece ends with uncertainties about Foster's appearance and Sandy's memory.
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Mr. Ray
Sandy
Walter Foster
Maidie Ray
Mr. Stuyvesant
Foster
Provost-Marshal’s Department
Steuyvesant
Sacramento
Vinton
Big Horn Ranch
Maidie
Ray
Fort Averill
Fort Leavenworth
Averill
Jack Rabbit
Jie
Fester
She Should Be an Expert. A Woman of Good Cooking
A column from the Atchison Globe notes the value of a wife or woman by the quality of meals she can prepare, praising cooking skill as a defining virtue and memorable trait in homemaking.
Unique Pantry Door Usage for Compact Kitchen Storage
A compact pantry door repurposed as storage space with tacks and hooks for utensils. A window shade ring holds the chopping bowl, wire holds lids, and a bread ticket pocket sits above a fruit card. A recipe book and weights memo pad organize tested tips, weights, and measures.
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Trarely
Cobwebs and Cleaning Tools Debate In Brooklyn Eagle
The Brooklyn Eagle cites a housewife arguing that walls dust best with a long-handled window brush wrapped in canton flannel rather than a traditional broom. She notes the brush stays ready for emergencies and cobwebs, since it is not as frequently used as the broom.
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Brooklyn Eagle
The Autograph Quilt Fundraiser at the Church
A church funds project uses an autograph quilt made from 16 inch muslin blocks with red wheel motifs. Each block gathers ten cent per signature, then blocks are joined and a penman writes names with indelible ink. The venture raised sixty eight dollars from the effort.
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Soceiery
Farmers' Review
Old Beaux Delighted in Reminiscence of Courting Days
A columnist notes women recall old beaus after marriage while remaining loyal to their husbands. She quotes opinions that old flames comfort and flatter, contrasting with husbands who mock extravagance and remind that the family finances matter.
Cleveland’s Chances For A Third Term Debate Rages
The Chicago Record-Herald notes Grover Cleveland’s growing public presence and hints at possible third term talk in the Democratic Party. Committee views split with 3 in favor of a Cleveland nomination, 17 opposed, and 8 undecided. Objections cite unwritten law, factionalism, Wall Street backing, labor appeal, and Cleveland’s age.
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Grover Cleveland
Princeton
Cleveland
Chicago
Gleveland
National Democratic Committee
Record
Terald
Belter
Wall Street
National Committee
Bryan
White Hands and Household Roles in Chisago Daily News
A brief note from the Chisago Daily News comments on the idea that a girl can keep her hands white by letting her mother perform all the housework. The remark reflects traditional gender norms of domestic labor.
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Chisago Daily News
Pretty Dresses for Children in Linen and Embroidery
The article describes multiple children’s frocks with shoulder collars of white linen trimmed in embroidery, cuffs and hems with lace and frills, and girdles in blue ribbon or red taffeta. Frocks feature box plaits, rosettes of lace, tucks, and varied skirts with ruffles, yokes, and tassels. Styles include red linen or voile gowns with soutache motifs and plaited sleeves.
Comparisons of Luzon Life Under Spain and America
The Independent prints an account by a former insurgent who fled Spanish rule and now reflects on life under American governance. He contrasts freedoms gained in religion speech and politics with prior oppression and theft, concluding he can think speak and believe freely though not steal, and may support annexation autonomy or a free fatherland.
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Independent
Spain
United States
Fernando Po
Philippines
Alwys
Wilipino
Tauzon
Dewey
Press Comments on Cleveland Bryan Split and Democratic Hope
Newspaper quotes show Chicago Inter Ocean and Chicago Record Herald debating Cleveland's two-term status and Bryan’s appeal. Cleveland Leader notes factional split hurting national election chances while Detroit Free Press highlights newcomers opposing Cleveland. The Washington Post praises Senator Gorman as capable nominee, but Cleveland supporters distrust him.
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Cleveland
William Jennings Bryan
Chicago Inter Ocean
Bryan
Chicago Record Herald
Democratic Party
Detroit Free Press
Dem
Washington Post
Gorman
Indianapolis
Republicanism as Principle in Time of Expediency
A Chicago Inter Ocean editorial argues the Republican Party should remain a party of principle not opportunism. It cites Lincoln and McKinley to claim steadfast defense of right over expediency, urging unity on core issues like tariff and sound money to win public support.
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Chicago
Republican Party
Lincoln
Countuy
When Will Our Fat Years End
The article argues prosperity hinges on full employment and fair wages, warning that tariffs must protect industry. It cautions against shifting to revenue-only tariffs or free trade, which could reduce employment and end the fat years. It notes rising labor pay but warns against assuming endless wage growth. It criticizes labor officials who threaten broad strikes, warning they could prolong prosperity illogically.
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In- Ganapolis
Ealing
Tariff policy stays strong as Republicans unite
Western Republicans, including Minnesota's Tawney, conclude tariff protections should continue. After a western tour he remains convinced that lowering duties is premature. The party remains united against tariff changes, while Democrats vow to readdress the issue in 1904.
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Tawney
Minnesota
House Committee On Ways and Means
Washington
West
Troy Times
Democratic Party
Republican Party
United States
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J. B. Lippincott Co
Sandy Ray
The
Chicago Chronicle
Ile
Bome
Luzon
Seta
Abwaymnas
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