Senate preserves China exclusion policy until treaties lapse
The Senate rejects the House bill and adopts Senator Platt’s plan to extend current Chinese exclusion laws to December 7, 1904 or until treaties expire, and to apply to insular possessions. All Chinese deemed laborers not officials or certain categories face restrictions, aiming to avoid harming international relations and Philippine policy while awaiting clarifiedTrade deals.
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U. S. Senate
Platt
China
Senate
United States
Earth
Pekin
House
Roosevelt pressure on trusts praised by Cedar Rapids Republican
The Cedar Rapids Republican endorses President Roosevelt for testing U S anti trust laws against combines. It argues the president should execute congress laws but notes state anti trust statutes mostly failed before the Supreme Court. If national law fails, it would clear the way for further action.
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Cedar Rapids
Republican
Roosevelt
United States
Congress
Kansas editor disputes claim of teacher bride contract
A Kansas editor contradicted a report that a young county woman planned to abandon teaching to marry. He wrote “She is not that kind of a girl” but she took it as a challenge and replied that she could marry if she chose.
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Kansas
Times change opinions on state income limits
Ex-Gov. Hogg of Texas, once a Bryanite, now in oil speculation, says after returning from England that the state has no right to limit capital or income. He notes changing circumstances can alter beliefs and commentators.
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Hogg
Texas
England
Iowa manufacturing urged to rise above average
The Council Bluffs Nonpareil argues Iowa should advance in manufacturing beyond the current position of seventeenth among states, noting twenty-eight states are worse off but Iowa ought to be at the front like in other areas.
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Council Bluffs
Iowa
Beef trust described as Texas steer roped by Roosevelt and Knox
The Philadelphia Record portrays the beef trust as a wild Texas steer with diamond pointed horns. Roosevelt and Attorney General Knox are depicted pursuing the beast with indictment lassos as a corrective force, urging timely action to rope and throw it.
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Philadelphia
Beef Trust
Texas
Roosevelt
Knox
Observe your enemies for they first find out your fault
A terse proverb-like line urging vigilance toward foes who reveal one’s weaknesses first. It emphasizes strategic awareness and caution in handling adversaries who expose flaws before allies do.
Sidelights on Mossberry bill and wireless progress
The Iowa State Register clarifies the Mossberry bill history noting it would permit railroads to double track and allow improvements. Lord Kelvin dismisses Santos-Dumont air ships as impracticable while praising Marconi's wireless telegraph as a potential business boon. General Funston declines a Boston banquet invitation prompting questions about his claimed bravery.
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Iowa State Register
Senate
the Register
Rock Island
Lord Kelvin
Santos-Dumont
Marconi
Funston
Boston
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Harbors and Rivers Get 70 Million in Congress Aid
Congress appropriates 70 million for rivers and harbors. The Mississippi receives 400 900 and Muscatine gets 10 000 plus a share in the 400 000 benefits.
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Congress
Mississippi
Muscatine
Street Sprinklers Popular Trend This Season
A local trend shows street sprinklers gaining popularity among residents as a convenient cooling and watering option. Community members praise easy setup and low maintenance while city officials note growing usage across neighborhoods.
Notable quips and taunts volley in Roosevelt era
The piece collects sharp barbs about Funston being called down by Roosevelt and rivals clashing over temperament and names. It notes a boast about a “high” bridge and hints General Miles seeks to stay ahead of the U S army. It also offers a classifieds style Wanted ad for a man seeking work and a hair color joke.
Muscatine seeks first auto owner amid newspaper intrigue
Suspicion centers on several gentlemen as Muscatine investigates its first automobile owner. The case involves a figure with limited knowledge of the newspaper business, rumored to be connected to the publishers.
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Muscatine
Breach of Promise Trial Halted Amid Sudden Publicity
A breach of promise trial was unexpectedly halted amid a burst of publicity. Details remain unclear, but the action pauses as parties reassess strategy and the court reviews proceedings.
Sewer and Water Mains Extension Touts Building Boom
The extension of the sewer and water mains along town avenue is expected to spur a building boom in the eastern part of the city, signaling growth for developers and residents alike.
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Town Avenue
Weather Delays Spring Golf Season Yet
The pretty arms done to a brown by playing golf have not appeared this spring. They say the weather is not warm enough.
Wedding Invitations Boost Press at Local Shop
Muscatine reports rising romance as a job printing shop produced five distinct runs of wedding invitations on Tuesday, signaling a thriving local print market.
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Muscatine
Cupid
Pushing the Good Thing Along Mowing the Lawn
In a short time the hum of the lawn mower can be heard as members of the sterner sex mow the lawn. They work steadily and push the project forward with quiet effort.
C R I P Considers New Trucks and Boxes at Depot
The C R I and P railroad company may add trucks and boxes to ease congestion at the depot. Officials say current capacity is inadequate to meet demand and assist unemployed loafers who linger there.
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C. R. I. & P. Railroad Company
Local wedding surge sparks SOS across June social scene
A local paper notes five weddings planned for June, but the list now grows to include forty seven young couples under suspicion, with the count still rising.
Farmers Fearful as Rain Fails to Arrive
Farmers across localities faced anxious days as the persistent dry spell halted spring planting. Many decided it would be useless to continue work until rain returned, signaling a pause before resuming field labor.
Wilton Town Law Aims At Depot Gatherings
Town law at Wilton bans gathering at the depot during train time to prevent small pox. An irreverent remark alleges the rule hides a motive to keep traveling men away from the town girls.
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Wilton
Trains Run Late As Warm Weather Affects Rails
Rail traffic slows as trains fall behind schedule due to warmer weather. Officials suggest rails may have elongated, causing delays under the new fast timetable.
Muscatine Hopes for a Depot Amid Cedar Rapids Plans
Citizens in Muscatine, impressed by the company's reputation, leap to conclusions that a new depot could be built for their city, even as speculation about Cedar Rapids projects circulates. The remark suggests strong local expectation and confidence in the firm’s capabilities.
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Milwaukee
Cedar Rapids
Muscatine
Unprompted Iowa Leaders Appointed to National Posts
The article notes that Geo E Roberts Leslie M Shaw and J S Clarkson were named to high federal posts without prior application or pressure. Senators and Iowa officials call the event unprecedented and discuss implications for state pride and national service.
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Mint
the Treasury
New York
Messrs. Geo. E. Roberts
Leslie M. Shaw
J. S. Clarkson
Geo. Roberts
Fort Dodge
L. M. Shaw
Iowa
General Clarkson
Dolliver
Spring Styles and Costumes A Novel Basque
A charming black taffeta jacket features a white satin lining and a novel basque or side back skirt. The large embroidered collar sits over an even larger embroidered taffeta collar, with very wide flaring sleeves completing the design.
Spring jackets show elegant taffeta trims and jabot accents
The article outlines spring fashion with jackets featuring taffeta double turned back cuffs, a belt of folded taffeta, and stitched tucks in Corticell silk. It notes jabot vest effects on blouse jackets and Eton styles, Paris houses favoring drooping shoulders, and long taffeta coat collars enhanced with lace or embroidered ribbons.
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Eton
Paris
Advertising Ideas Stress Newspapers as Guides to Goods
Judicious advertising is the sustaining force behind business success as the public turns to newspapers to learn where to find what they need. The article asserts that informed men rely on the press for guidance, implying advertisers must use newspaper channels effectively.
Newspaper as a universal advertising medium
The text argues that newspapers are the universally approved advertising medium and that while some may use other methods, the newspaper remains essential for successful advertising and widely valued, though not universally prioritized above other methods.
Prominent meetings offered at reduced BCR&N rates
The bulletin lists summer meetings with special B. C. R. & N. Railway rates. Destinations include Denver Colorado for numerous conventions July through September, Des Moines Minneapolis St Paul Seattle Salt Lake City Portland San Francisco and Cedar Rapids with events from the Ancient Order of Hibernians to National Educational Association and Elks.
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Colorado Springs
Colo
Denver
International Sunday School Association
Ancient Order of Hibernians In America
Denver Colo
National Association of Letter Carriers
Des Moines
Minneapolis
Minn
National Educational Association
Order of Eagles
Mt. Vernon
Cornell College
Omaha
Neb
Travelers’ Protective Association of America
Portland
Ore
Supreme Lodge
Ancient Order United Workmen
Salt Lake City
Utah
Grand Lodge Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks
San Francisco
Cal
Imperial Council
Nobles of the Mystic Shrine
Knights of Pythias
St. Paul
Better Than Pills Superior Stomach & Liver Tablets
Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets are described as easier and more pleasant to take, milder and more reliable, cleansing and invigorating the stomach and leaving the bowels natural. Pills are portrayed as harsher, often causing constipation.
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Chamberlain
Indolent Wish versus Energetic Endeavor
The sentence compares two abstract traits, attributing envy to indolence and energy to initiative, as a thematic contrast without concrete events or entities.
Envy and Inferiority Noted Across Social Circles
A terse social observation links envy to conscious feelings of inferiority, arguing the emotion arises where comparison and self-doubt are prevalent, regardless of locale or status.
Beautiful Trixie Friganza in The Chap erons on stage
The article profiles Beauty Trixie Friganza a Cincinnati born comic actress who rose from a dry goods cash girl and laundry job to star in The Chap erons with a triple male quartet providing a finale. It notes Julia Marlow and Pauline Hall as fellow performers and praises J W McConnell lead in Othello as both actor and artist.
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Trixie Friganza
Miss Friganza
Julia Marlow
Pauline Hall
Cincinnati
Mr. Owen
J. W. McConnell
The Chaperons Cast and Bohemian Song Rise
The article recalls bright faced chorus hopefuls plus Friganza who rose to fame in The Casino Girl and The Chaperons after triumphs in London. It notes Albert Farrington singing We're All Good Fellows and actor McConnell’s rise at the California theatre. Grand theater performance slated for April 28.
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New York
Miss Friganza
London
Albert Farrington
Bari
Civil Service Examination May 24 1902 Burlington Iowa
The United States Civil Service Commission announces an internal revenue district examination to be held May 24 1902 in Burlington Iowa. Open to U.S. citizens 21 or older. applicants file by May 14 with the Commission in Washington or local board in Burlington.
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Burlington
Iowa
United States Civil Service Commission
Internal Revenue District
United States
Civil Service
Washington
D. C
Board of Examiners
Commission
Senator Clark in Iowa and His Early School Days
The Iowa Wesleyan Bulletin from Mt. Pleasant highlights United States Senator William A. Clark of Montana. It recalls his 1858 student days at the college, where he was known as Billy Clark from Keosauqua, and traces his rise from teacher and student to banker, merchant, miner, and public figure.
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Iowa Wesleyan Bulletin
Mt. Pleasant
United States
W. A. Clark
Montana
Bulletin
L W. A
Billy Clark
Keosauqua
William A. Clark
Green Isle
Ireland
Blackstone
Senator Clark Honored by Students at Wesleyan Visit
In a letter of praise a speaker extols Senator Clark as a principled Democrat with a patriotic record. The article notes his Presbyterian upbringing, wealth, art collection, and gracious hosting during a Washington visit, with plans to address the student body at Wesleyan.
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Senator Clark
William A. Clark
God
Washington City
New York City
Old Wesleyan
Pocket Directory of the American Press 1902 Debuts
Lord & Thomas advertises the 1902 Pocket Directory of the American Press as a compact desk and pocket reference. It lists names, addresses, circulation, and details of publications in the U S Canada Cuba Alaska and new island possessions with classed lists like Agricultural and Religious. The morocco bound volume is prepaid at two dollars.
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Lord & Thomas
U. S
Canada
Cuba
Alaska
New Island
Morocco
Lord & Thoms
Chicasco
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Muscatine Journal
John Mahin
H. J. Mahin
Journal
Journal Printing Company
L&h Syndicate OF
Payne & Young
Marquette Building
Chicago
Miles
Washington Bureau Journal
Washington, D. C
Silas Croft
Port of
Clarkson
Hepburn
Hedge
Frank J. Stillman
Tone
William Owen
California Theatre
McConnell
Th. Grand
Wlbger
Horace Mann
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