The Trail of Blood and Warfare's Moral Question
An essay-like critique argues that human nature, shaped by education, still bears savage traits. War’s evolution from clubs to modern weapons reflects civilization’s paradox, with imperial greed and mass casualties cited in a Century-Old Philadelphia Times commentary on Britain’s South African campaign and the cost to ordinary soldiers and families.
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Lyall
Mer
Paradelphia Times
England
London
Joseph Chamberlain
Cecil Rhodes
Alfred Milner
Diamond Trust
Kruger
Great Britain
South African
Russia
Priance
Germany
Ts Ow
South Africa
Locust Plague Reported Across Regions
The 17 year locust swarm floods Cascade park with holes and swarms. Thousands of insects litter the ground as hundreds are captured. reports from Pittsburg and Bellevue describe widespread devastation with trees and plants under siege. Locust activity extends toward the north of Allegheny river.
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Cascade Park
Pittsburg
Bellevue
Allegheny
Locust Invasion Threatens Trees Across East End
In Highland Neg ly and Stanton avenues residents report an early locust arrival with trees nearly stripped. A wartime style council, including Senator William Flinn, failed to forge a unified extermination plan. Citizens experiment with flames, tobacco water, and manual destruction as insects swarm, blotting sun and alarming nervous residents.
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Highland
Negly
Stanton
William Flinn
East End
Cascade Park
Kansas
United States Becomes Key Source for Gold Worldwide
Europe calls on the United States for money as demand for gold rises. The U S. remains a top gold producer with growing money stock and booming business activity. Wells of gold exceed prior records, aided by Klondike and Can o Nome outputs and other nations exporting funds.
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United States
Europe
Philadelphia
France
California
England
Germany
Russia
Old World
A Good Measure On Constitutional Trust Amendment
A proposed constitutional amendment would grant Congress power to regulate or ban trusts. The move seeks to curb corporate consolidation, aligning with reformers in the Republican majorities who favor stronger federal oversight of industry and commissions.
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Congress
Trusts and constitutional change cited in long debate
The piece argues that efforts to amend the constitution to regulate trusts are persistent but should be rejected by some as cranky. It notes trusts have grown with wealth and production, outstripping 1888 sugar trusts, and that while some trusts benefit, others threaten public welfare, urging a careful balance and potential regulation while preserving beneficial trusts.
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Dicary Committee
Standard Ome Company
Sugar Trust
England
Germany
France
United States
Haoe Congress
Tin plate industry growth deflates free trade critics
The New York Journal and Commercial Bulletin argues that duty on tin plate was not needed to shield U S makers from British competition as the tin plate industry has grown large. Earlier free traders called the McKinley tariff of 1890 a robbery and a bogus industry, but now acknowledge tin plate is a major U S industry due to protective tariffs.
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New York Journal and Commercial Bulletin
Journal of Commerce
United States
Trolley line links New Castle to Youngstown urged
A proposed trolley route between New Castle and Youngstown is urged for speedy completion. The line would connect several growing towns, pass through nine large towns, and offer a 50 passenger capacity car on a half hour schedule. It is described as a promising investment for stockholders.
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New Castle
Youngstown
Lowell Ville
Boston
Worcester
Farmington
Supreme court voids governor veto on Pennsylvania amendments
The Pennsylvania supreme court rules the governor lacked veto power and refers two proposed amendments to voters. One would replace paper ballots with machine voting, the other would require personal registration before elections. Ballot reformers say both steps curb fraud and impersonation, reducing election day voting.
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Supreme Court
Pennsylvania
Sharon Street Fair Blocked by City Council
Elmer Grimm urged merchants to set up booths on State street for a June preei fair. Council denied using any city street, citing blocking traffic and hindering fire department access. Franklin previously refused similar shows and the Elks moved their exhibition to the suburbs.
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Sharon Street
Elmer Grimm
State Street
Franklin
The
Elks
Sunday closing ordinance proposed in New Castle
The measure, drafted for expediency, would close stores on Sundays. Those keeping shops open for nonessential goods risk arrest under an existing state law.
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New Castle
Municipal enactment aims to curb Sunday business openings
The text argues that prosecuting Sunday business openers is hard because witnesses are needed, as citizens refuse to testify and state law fails in New Castle. The proposed ordinance would let Mayor Warnock's police make arrests and provide testimony from their own observations to secure convictions.
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New Castle
Warnock
New Castle Readies for State Firemen's Convention
The New Castle Fire department has organized committees to arrange the State Firemen's convention in the city from October 1 to October. The drive seeks complete citizen support as the event is viewed as a high honor for the city and every inducement is offered to ensure its success.
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New Castle
Post fraud critique contrasts with defalcation records
Democratic papers attack Cuban postal frauds while ignoring government fund defalcations. The record shows stealing $5.17 per $1,000 under Democratic administrations, contrasted with only 0.0?5 per $10 under Republican administrations.
Lawrence County Wheat Crop Weather Shortfall
Lawrence county’s wheat crop would have been much larger if April and May had provided more rainfall. The comment notes the impact of rain on yields and highlights April May dryness as a limiting factor.
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Lawrence County
Preparing for the Fray by Democratic Campaign Committee
Washington dispatch reports the Democratic congressional campaign committee led by Rep. Richardson of Tennessee is organizing staff for the season. Richardson notes Washington will issue all literature and lists issues like trusts, imperialism, gold standard, Cuba scandals, Philippine mismanagement, and Porto Rico taxation to pressure Republicans.
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Publishers’ Press Dispatch
Washington
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee
Richardson
Tennessee
Cuba
Philippines
Resolutions urge Smith resignation over Cuban frauds
The Harry S. Wildley association in Philadelphia last night urged Post Master General Charles Emory Smith to resign, blaming him for Cuba related frauds and tying the move to opposition to ex Senator Quay. The meeting drew a large crowd as McKinley administration credibility was questioned.
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Publishers’ Press Dispatch
Philadelphia
McKinley
Chas
Emory Smith
Harry S. Wildley Association
32Nd Ward
Pennsylvania
Smith
Alger
Cuba
Quay
Iocal
Governor Roosevelt Rejects Vice Presidency View
Albany June 12. Governor Roosevelt told reporters in the executive chamber that his decision on the vice presidential question is irrevocable. He stated he will not accept the view of presidential nomination, confirming his stance in the matter.
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Publishers’ Press Dispatch
Albany, N. Y
Roosevelt
Hobson Ordered Home From Manila
Naval constructor Hobson, famed for sinking the Merrimac at Santiago harbor, has been ordered home from Manila due to ill health. He worked on raising Spanish warships Dewey sent to the bottom, but the climate has broken his health.
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Publishers’ Press Dispatch
Washington
Hobson
Santiago
Manila
Dewey
Infant's arm broken in fall on South Sciota street
A two month old child of Frank Ackerman from South Sciota street sustained an arm fracture after a Wednesday fall. The fracture was set by Dr. Ledwins Cooper.
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Frank Ackerman
Sciota Street
Ledwins. Cooper
Food Farm of 150 Acres in Shenango Township
A 150 acre food farm in Shenango township invites inquiries. Address inquiries to Mrs. C. Springer at 102 East Washington Street, New Castle, Pa.
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Shenango Township
The News Co. Urges Immediate Action on Lump Coal Subscriptions
Good lump coal taken on subscription accounts at The News office. We want it right away. The News Co. issues a terse directive demanding prompt fulfillment of coal subscriptions and full payment handling at the newspaper office.
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the News Co
One Minute Cough Cure Claims 1500 Lives Saved
Reports claim more than fifteen hundred lives saved by One Minute Cough Cure in cases including grip crown asthma whooping cough bronchitis and pneumonia. Early use is said to prevent consumption with distribution at Central Drug Store Long Avenue Rhodes Drug Co 121 Washington Street and Fred C Hyde Mahoningtown.
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Central Drug Store
Long Avenue
Rhodes Drug Co
Washington Street
Fred C. Hyde
Mahoningtown
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Promises Quick Relief
All who suffer from piles will be led to learn that DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve will give them Instant and permanent relief. It will cure eczema and all skin diseases. Beware of counterfeits. Central Drug Store Long Avenue Rhodes Drug Co 121 Washington Street Fred C Hyde Mahoningtown.
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DeWitt
Central Drug Store
Long Avenue
Rhodes Drug Co
Washington Street
Fred C. Hyde
Mahoningtown
Wanted a home for a boy aged 11 in New Castle
A classified notice seeks a foster home for an 11 year old boy. Inquiries should be addressed to Mrs. John Blevins at 218 East North Street, New Castle. Also advertised are working pants and shirts available at Cooper & Wuller's.
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John Blevins
Eest North Street
New Castle
Palitt
Cooper & Wuller’s
Kilmer’s Root Remedy Ad Promotes SIP SWA drink
An old advertisement touts SWA/SIP ROOT as a universal remedy for kidney liver and bladder issues. It claims quick relief and offers sample bottles by mail from Kilmer and Co based in Binghamton New York.
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Adeo
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghaminton
Seventh Ward Notes of North Beaver and Nearby Visits
North Beaver residents and visitors fill the Seventh Ward diary with calls visits and social rounds. Names include William J Clark Ki J Lowry Fr Ed Smith Winflett Shaffer I Weddell Jessie Edwards Bertha McGin Miss McGraw and many others across Edenburg Wampum Hillsville and New Castle. A wedding party spark caused a mistaken fire alarm as 500 gathered near Mahoningtown.
Coal Wanted Urgently for Subscriptions
The News seeks coal for subscription accounts and demands immediate delivery. Readers are urged to haul coal now and bring it at once to support ongoing service.
Hard Fighting at Almonds Nek in Natal Advance
British forces under General Buller report progress near Laings Nek as they force Almonds Nek, with 100 British casualties. Across the region Boer forces reportedly reoccupy Bloemfontein and march on Johannesburg, while reports of defeats and distant Roberts’ communications linger amid rising Boer activity in the Free State and Transvaal.
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London
Buller
Natal
Laings Nek
War Office
Almonds Nek
Charlestown Flats
Charlestown
Laings Nes
Roodeval
Free State
Transvaal
Bloemfontein
de Wet
Johannesburg
Blindsfontein
Lorenzo Marquese
Herr Pott
Steyn
DeWet
Cape Town
Roberts
Pretoria
Girl Tramp Arrested in Men’s Clothing Attempt
Rosa Gilmore an 18 year old from New Mexico was stopped in Wilkes Barre while traveling in male clothes from New York City to New Mexico. She traveled five days by freight train, slept in a grove, and admitted posing as a man to tramp home after leaving her New York domestic job two years ago. She voiced disappointment at her capture and described wandering by train and begging not to sleep indoors.
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Publishers’ Press Dispatch
Wilkesbarre
Rosa
Gilmore
New York City
New Mexico
New York
Doliver Boom Grows as McKinley Vice Presidential Choice
Washington reports the Doliver boom for vice president gaining traction among Republican senators and representatives. Many who opposed him last week now think he would make a strong running mate for McKinley, with some predicting substantial support in the Louisiana Purchase states.
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Washington
Dolliver
Lowan
McKinley
Veterans Reunite for Centennial County Event at Beaver
Civil War veterans plan reunions in Beaver from June 19 to 22 to mark the county centennial. The 101st and 108th Pennsylvania Volunteers will lead the 22nd annual reunion with other regiments present. A parade review by Lieut. Don Miles is possible, followed by a rally and campfire at the courthouse in the evening.
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Beaver
Pennsylvania Volunteers
Pennsylvania
100Th Pennsylvania
7Th
Pennsylvania Cavalry
Don. Nelson A. Miles
Court House
Ballabius Snow Liniment advert by Scott Paisley
A short period advertisement notes frequent use of Ballabius Snow Liniment for cuts wounds bruises burns and sewards offered at 50 cents by Scott Paisley in a family context aiming at households with children.
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Scott Paisley
Ballard's Horehound Syrup Promoted For Asthma Relief
An advertisement touts Ballard's Horehound Syrup as providing relief and comfort for asthma. It notes price options of 25 and 50 cents and is attributed to Scott Paisley.
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Ballard
Scott Paisley
Cooper and Butler Suit Sale for the Fourth
Get your suit for the 4th now with a choice selection of nobby things from Cooper and Butler.
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Cooper & Butler
Double tragedy in Carmel ends Johnson and Carey lives
Carmel Indiana June 9 a Quaker village near Indianapolis witnessed a fatal exchange at 7 pm when Thomas Jefferson Johnson known as Cyclone shot and killed Frank Carey who had been deputized to arrest him Johnson was then shot by an unknown assailant A crowd waited at the trial after Johnson assaulted Elmer Patty earlier Johnson born Kentucky 43 years ago and a former convict in 18% for larceny
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Publishers’ Press Dispatch
Carmel
Ind
Indianapolis
Thomas Jefferson Johnson
Frank Carey
Johnson
Elmer Cass
David Putty
Patty
Carey
Jackson County
Kentucky
Covington
Jeffersonville
Big Capture Reported in Manila Insurgent Leaders
General MacArthur cables from Manila reporting the capture of two prominent insurgent leaders Gen Hizon near Mexico and Cavestany at Alcal, describing Hizon as highly active and troublesome. The news notes Trias remains among the few major leaders at large, with Aguinaldo and aides surrendering, signaling probable end to hostilities and push toward civil government.
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Press Dispatch
Washington
MacArthur
Manila
Hizon
Mexico
Cavestany
Alcal
Lugen
Schwan
Trias
Aguinaldo
War Department
Wheeler Ordered to Active Service by McKinley
Washington June 9 President McKinley directed General Joe Wheeler to hold himself ready for active service. Wheeler, who has been at work in an office, began packing his effects. He had told a friend he would likely be called to serve in China, signaling broader plans to meet the Boxer uprising and potential emergency in China alongside Navy actions.
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Press Dispatch
Washington
McKinley
Joe Wheeler
Wheeler
China
Four Clyde and one Percheron Stallions for sale
John Turner & Son of Grove Til Stock Farm Grove Harlansburg Pa offer four full bred Clyde stallions and one Percheron stallion for the coming season all first class breeders and sure foal getters Insurance on this lot is ten dollars per live colt Pedigrees available at the barn Call to examine stock All interested invited No responsibility for accidents assumed Correspondence promptly answered
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John Turner & Son
Grove Til Stock Farm
Harlansburg
Clyde
Sopse the thoroughbred grey Percheron stallion
Sopse the thoroughbred grey Per cheron stallion, weight two thousand, will make the season of 1900 at the barn of the owner J. S Marin in Washington township Lawrence county excepting Monday will be at the barn of A St Alexander one mile west of Volant and Friday at North Liberty This horse has proved himself an excellent breeder and has some of the finest colts to be seen in the county J S Marin Owner and Keeper
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Sopse
J. 8. Martin
Washington Township
Lawrence County
A. St. Alexander
Volant
North Liberty
J. S&s Marin
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Barre
Mars
H. O. Waeatey
Port Chester
N. Y
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Baby
Seventh Ward
William J. Clark
North Beave
Ki. J. Lowry
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Fr. Ed. Smith
Edenburg
Winflett Shaffer of
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I. (. Weddell
Mt. Jackson
Jessie Edwards
Wampum, Wis
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Bertha McGin
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J. C. McGraw
Cdar Street
Lem Lamm
Hilltown
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Mt. Air
Charles Johnston
Montgomery Street
Robert Hutchison
Lawrence Weddell
Cherry Street
J. (. McGraw
Cedar Street
Matthew Ripple
Ira Reed
James McdClelland
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Beaver Township
Carl Robertson
Illwood City
James Grand
Elia McGraw
Mrs. Ripple
W. A. Bass
Now Valley
W. Taylor
Little Beaver Township
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Hillsville
J. McGraw
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FL Wilson
William EF. McCready
Columbiana
Lafayette Street
H. R. Dungan
Bethel Ui, Church of
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Minnie Kennedy
Mary Dungan
Liberty Street
J.J. McCreary
Joss McWilliams
Edenhurs
W. J. Davis
Elmer Myers
Chicago
Nan Myers
Fred Unger
Petersburg
Mar. Unger
Lawrence Junction
S&s
P.M Shaffer
Mr. Shaffer
Mrs. Shaffer
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William
Bessemer
Seth
Banner Township
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Dennis Machier
George Harris
Pennsylvania Company
Moffett & Son
Simon Harrold
Hill Cross
Moravia
Suller
Durban Maseru
Basutoland
General Brabant
Ficksburg
Orange River Colony
Boerragke
Bethlehem
Olivier
de Villiers
Tooikrantz
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Keystone Plow CO
Main Street
W.G. Hunter & CO
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