Good Morning Across the World a Child Aims to Teach
Zitella Cocke writes in Youth's Companion about greeting cultures as a child plans to travel and teach foreigners to say good morning in proper English. She contrasts Guten Morgen Bon jour Buon Giorno Buenos Dias and other phrases with her own English greeting, imagining a world-spanning shift. The piece reflects curiosity about language and cultural differences and a wish to share polite greetings.
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Germany
France
Naples
Jane
Spain
Buenos Dias
Russia
Holland
Zitella Cocke
Center of Population Marker at Greensburg Indiana
The 1890 census center of population stands in Decatur County near Greensburg Indiana. The granite shaft, unveiled May 10 1891 by a western newspaper, may move west after the next census with Indiana likely to host the marker for the next decade. Historical shifts show the center wandering from Virginia to Ohio then toward Cincinnati.
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Decatur County
Greensburg
Ind
United States
Ulation
Indiana
Verre Haute
Parkersburg
W. Va
Ohio
Chillicothe
Cincinnati
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Ram fighting in Bengal details trained rams and brutal clashes
A Golden Penny report explains ram fighting in Bengal, describing two-year training of male lambs, horn growing and removal, chaining, shield training, and matches where rams charge from about 40 feet, colliding with thunderous force until one ram withdraws and is chased from the arena.
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India
Bengal
Goose Rescues Soldier and Is Decorated in Canada Legend
The Strange Story of a Goose recounts how a farm sentry backed by a brave goose saved a sentry box from a pursuing fox and later thwarted attackers, earning the bird the name Jacob and a gold collar. The tale notes Jacob’s life in Canada and England ending with his epitaph Died on Duty.
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Ella Rodman
St. Nicholas
Quebec
Jacob
England
Canada
Horse Guards
London
Origin of Arabic figures traced to Solomor seal
According to tradition, Arabic numerals are derived from Solomor's seal and can be traced with a little cure.
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Solomor
Iceland’s lone policeman keeps capital safe with pride
Iceland, a land of Viking descendants famed for warri ors, maintains a single ceremonial police officer. The six foot tall, broad shouldered, well uniformed figure serves more for ornament and dignity than need, yet his presence suits the capital’s sense of order.
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Iceland
Animals That Change Diet From Meat to Fruit and Meat
The article notes rare dietary shifts among carnivores including a Scotch deer hound that stands on hind legs for peaches. It mentions a New Zealand parrot that preys on sheep, pigs eating young lamb, and some Australian sheep becoming carnivorous and cannibalistic.
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New Zealand
An Expensive Luxury in Blencoe Neighbored Home Tale
The Blencoe Beacon notes a neighbor child three months old has consumed nine dollars worth of condensed milk, seen as an amusing expense for a family. The piece wryly remarks that rising young men are valued on street cars.
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Blencoe
Hay Denies Any Alliance with England in National Policy
Secretary of State John Hay defends administration policy in a letter to Ohio Republican leaders answering charges of an England alliance. He states there is no alliance with any power beyond published treaties and urges wide circulation to voters across the state. Chicago Tribune notes the stance as a clear repudiation of Democratic canard and a push for better foreign relations.
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John Hay
Republican State Executive Committee
Ohio
Hay
United States
Great Britain
England
Republican State Committee of
Chicago Tribune
Europe
Canada
San Domingo
Haiti
Jamaica
West Indian Islands
Mexico
Hanna Predicts McKinley renomination and Bryan defeat
Senator Hanna returns from Europe optimistic about Americanism and the Republican ticket. He forecasts McKinley will be renominated and reelected, Bryan defeated as leader of the silver wing. He notes the currency debate shows the gold standard growing firmer with continued public study.
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Hanna
Europe
Ilanna
McKinley
Bryan
Ohio
Democrats Press to Expand Charge Against Administration
The Chicago Times-Herald notes Democrats seek to widen criticism of the current administration, arguing against imperial aims while praising U S relations with England and other nations. It cites Secretary Hay on war outcomes, economic strength, and public trust, predicting voters favor stability over demagoguery on trusts and imperialism.
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Hanna
Chicago Times-I Herald
Political Commentary Roundup From Various Papers
A compilation of editorials and opinions referencing Bryan and McKinley era politics. The clippings touch on Bryan’s Chicago platform, flag respect, Hanna’s return, trust issues, tariff stance, and Dewey’s Manila victory, reflecting partisan perspectives across several papers.
Fifty Cents for Nothing Offer Promotes Red Cross Starch
A long promotional note touts J. C. Tubinger’s Red Cross laundry starch with a coupon book offer. First five buyers receive ten large packages and Shakespeare pictures or a calendar, plus free samples of two packages of Ad Cross starch and two children’s pictures.
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RED Cross
J. C. Tubinger
Dig Four Route Home Seekers Excursions Offer
The notice announces Dig Four Route home seekers excursions with travel via multiple directions. Selling dates are August 15 and September 5 and 1 9th and October 3 and 17 1899 at one fare plus 2 dollars to authorized points across many states and provinces. Contact Big Four Route agents or WLP Deppe and Warren J. Lynch in Cincinnati for details.
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Alabama
Arizona
Arkansas
British Columbia
Colorado
Florida
Georgia
Iowa
Indianerritory
Idaho
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Manitoba
New Mexico
Nebraska
North Carolina
North Dakota
Oregon
Oklahoma
South Carolina
South Dakota
Texas
Utah
Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
Washington
Wlp
Deppe
A.G. P
T. Age
Warren J. Lynch
Gen. Pass. &Pht. Agt
Cincinnati
Magistrate Corrects Record Of Speeding Cyclist
A bicyclist contends he was speeding at least 20 miles per hour while a magistrate sternly insists the man is charged with scorching. The exchange suggests fear of misrecorded speed and demands a corrected record.
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Ohio State Journal
Non Territorial Expansion Offers Farm Buying Option
Advertisement urging purchase of a farm along the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul Railway in Marinette County Wisconsin. Highlights cheap long term land, good crops, plentiful work, markets, climate and soft water. Encourages buying instead of renting and provides contact C E Rolling Tran d Agent at 161 La Salle St Chicago IL.
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Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul
Marinette County
Wisconsin
C. E. Rolling
Trand
la Salle St
Chicago
III
Looks Al Right and Aged Cyclist's Youthful Image
An elderly bicycle novice replies to an expert, saying riding makes him look younger rather than feeling younger. He notes sailing through tasks gives the appearance of youthful activity, despite his actual sensations. The exchange appears in the Buffalo News.
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Bullalo News
Aromatical Kummel Label Sparks Language Curiosity
The New York Tribune quotes a Bavarian bottle label from Kitzbuhel praising a cumin liquor as finely distilled, hygienic, savory, and excellent. The phrase showcases an unusual English rendering on the label and reflects local linguistic quirks encountered by travelers.
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Kitzbahel
N. Y. Tribune
Grain-O advertisement promotes grain drink over coffee
An advertisement touts Grain-O as a non stimulating coffee substitute that nourishes and cheers without spoiling sleep. It appeals to nervous persons, young people, and children, claiming it is made from pure grains and tastes like coffee. See package price 15 and 2c.
Frisco Line Pamphlet Promises Home-Seekers Advantage
The Frisco Line Passenger Department issues a handsome illustrated pamphlet describing resources and advantages for home seekers. Free copies are mailed on application to Bryan Snyder, G. P. A., St. Louis, Mo. The note cites a humorous quote from the Atchison Globe about a man who enjoys a joke on himself.
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Frisco Line
Bryan Snyder
St. Louis
Atchison Globe
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