The King as a Man and Monarch
A portrait of King Edward highlighting his short stature yet regal dignity. The article notes his 5 feet 6.5 inch frame, about 44 stone, and his courteous bearing. It praises his tact, engaging smile, and keen eye for character as praised by Lord Randolph Churchill. It also mentions his linguistic fluency, knowledge of modern history, and expertise on India.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward
Lord Randolph Churchill
Victoria
India
Had Good Ground for Thinking So in Midland Court
A Midland revision court heard a dispute over a man on the register. An agent testified he believed the man dead, but the revising barrister demanded proof. The witness then admitted he did not know if the man was dead, but stated he knew they buried him about a month ago on suspicion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Midland Revision Court
Commemorative 3-mark coin issued for Prince Henry visit
The German government mint has struck a 3-mark silver piece to commemorate Prince Henry’s visit to the United States. In June a Danish expedition will travel to Greenland to study native manners, customs and superstitions. Japan offers 150 rice varieties with many adapted to American soils.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prince Henry
United States
Greenland
Japan
Lessons of the Boer War on Modern Warfare Tactics
A London Daily News expert surveys Boer War lessons across four theoretical questions and practical outcomes. He notes the primacy of cover, extended formation limits, and accurate gun support, while highlighting massed cavalry, mobile heavy guns, fortress roles, and the unexpected value of machine guns and rapid fire in shaping future warfare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Daily News
South Africa
Greer
Kitchener
Elandsvaagte
Magersfontein
Brackenlaagte
Tweebosh
Origin of Buckingham Palace Traced From Mulberry Gardens
A London Truth writer recounts Buckingham Palace’s history from 17th century Mulberry Gardens planted by James J. in St James Park, through Goring House renamed Arlington House, to Buckingham House bought by Sheffield in 168, and finally the present Palace begun by Nash and Blore in 1825 for Queen Victoria.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buckingham Palace
London
James J
St. James’ Park
George Goring
George
Goring
Lord Arlington
Cakal
Arlington Horse
England
Sheffield
Duke of Buckingham
Buckingham House
George III
St James’ Park
Queen Charlotte
Johnson
Nash and Blore
Kensington Palace
Military Artists of Malta in the Valetta Citadel Quarters
Officers in the Valetta Citadel’s main guard quarters attracted painters who left color sketches on bare yellow walls. One officer named Reavy, skilled at drawing, began a custom that grew as years passed, with naval and army services shaping the practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malta
Valetia
Hans Reavy
Mus
Nevy
Arny
Dificulty in arbitration noted by vendor
A man questions the arbitration process around a sale. He states confusion about why arbitration is needed, mentioning a seller and a local context. The passage reflects uncertainty and questions about the procedure and parties involved.
His Faith in Finance and a Senator's Promise
In Washington Stier style dialogue Senator Sorsham responds to a reproving friend about promises. The line “You have not spent your promise” leads to the retort that some promises may be broken but his are not. A brief scene on political integrity and finance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Sorsham
Washington Stier
Heat and Cereals Expansion by Dry Heat in Moist Air
A note explains that esreris may triple in size when exposed to dry heat in a moist atmosphere. The process yields greatly expanded, pliable results with texture and flavor altered by heat level.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Esreris
Congressman Aldrich Endorses Peruna Tonic
W F Aldrich congressman from Alabama writes from Washington endorsing Peruna as a tonic. He cites family use and praise from others for debility catarrh stomach and kidney weakness. Emory likewise commends Peruna for nervousness sleeplessness and fatigue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aldrich
WF. Aldrich
Fabama
Washington, D. C
TRIS
Peruna
Peruna Medicine Co
Columbus
W. F. Aldrich
B. &. Emory
H. &. Emory
Weathering the Gale and the Value of Reserve
The piece argues that business stability hinges on capital reserves and disciplined character. In good times many prosper, but a panic tests solvency as notes are refused at banks. Shrewd entrepreneurs always prepare for emergencies, keeping reserves and readiness to endure financial storms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erief
American enterprise ahead in South Africa steel market
British trade commissioners in Johannesburg observe a flood of steel building materials offered by multiple firms but find only one capable American firm with a strong presence. This firm secures vast orders in Cape Town and Johannesburg by quoting prompt prices and promising American building speed for projects up to fourteen stories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johannesburg
South Africa
England
Cape Town
Oldest flags and origins traced across nations
The article surveys historic flags noting China and Japan as among the oldest banners. It cites Denmark as the oldest European national flag since 1239, and marks the Spanish colors as 1785. It claims the British Union Jack took its present form after the union with Ireland in 1801, and that the Stars and Stripes was planned by Washington, ordered by Betsy Ross, and adopted on June 14, 1777.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
Japan
Denmark
Wnion
Ireland
Washington
Betsy Ross
Philad
Japs Seek Language Reform in Education Debate
Japan faces education woes as students study literature and Chinese ideas while aiming to learn Japanese and Chinese characters and at least one foreign language. The shift toward Chinese characters and the debate over a Japanese alphabet or Latin script grows with a new women’s school making English compulsory and Chinese elective.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Japan
Ceae
Parma Palace Library Ends Lease With Ducati Family
Parma’s famed Palace Library ends its lease with the Ducati family under an arrangement with the Italian Government. The deal frees the library from 21 claims in exchange for the government sparing debts of Duke Charles M. who was assassinated in 1854, totaling 1,300,000 lira.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parma
Ducati
Charles M
McKinley Memorial Fund Nearing Endowment Goal
The project to erect a memorial to President McKinley at Canton Ohio appears nearly funded. The next step is to raise a 206000 dollar endowment to cover ongoing care, financed by friends of the late president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Canton
Ohio
Multiple Remedies Advertised for Feet and Nerve Relief
An assortment of old patent medicine and medical ads promote ease for tight shoes with Easea powder, nerve relief with Dr Kline’s Great Nerve Restorer, and various tonics for catarrh burns teething and coughs. Included are testimonials and prices, with mail order options from Allen B. Olmsted and Dr RH Kline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Olmsted
le Roy, NY
Kline
RH. Kxine, Ltd
Arch St
Phila
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Grantfork
Ayer
Bettie
Lowell
Mase
Buckingham
P_Azii&Co
Nzeshus Noo
Notre Dame de Dame
Indiana
Joarsallem
Art Regency
Raearmaer
Lanier of
Genry
Kea Ofans
Colegiste Pres
Soren Leed
Cologne
Edware’s
Bors Caudex
Soe
Wisone
C'S. C
Metz
Portsmouth
Epinal
Spezzia
Ladysmith
Pretoria
France
Germany
Masersfontein
New York Commercial Advertiser
Perina
Perina Medxine Co
Tor
American Enterprise
Stars and Stripes
E. A. Bood
Toledo
Jolly P. Borgs
Trinity Springa, Ind
Candy Cathartic
Drusgisss
Tresisea
Qrees
Phive
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