The Gray Whales of Magdalena Bay Recalled by Whale Fishery
Accounts recall the California gray whale migration along the Baja coast from December to February, the rise of Monterey shore stations in 1851, and the dangerous coastal hunt using harpoons, bombs, and shoulder guns. It notes crew shares, Chinese cook, and the vast but damaging whaling effort that peaked over twenty years and later declined with oil prices.
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Magdalena Bay
Lower California
Pacific
Mexico
Punta Banda
Gulf of Tehuantepec
United States
Caiformias
California
Min
Wales
Yuey
Monterey
Pacific Coast
Azores
New York Evening Post
Pollux Steamer Displays Four Derrick Masts in East River
The Pollux, a three year old tramp steamer of about three thousand tons, appeared with four derrick masts set in pairs across the hull amidships in the East River. Each mast stands sixty five feet high with independent winches and stags braced to the sides. A second vessel of similar size is owned by the same company, while two larger steamers with seven or eight derrick masts are noted in marine circles.
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East River
Pollux
New York Sun
Emery
A Clock on the Eiffel Tower Lights Paris Clock
The Eiffel Tower in Paris now hosts a luminous clock on the second section. A wireless telegraph station below provides time signals, and the minute figures flash visibly from great distances. The system was chosen because a traditional dial would be unreadable from such height.
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Eiffel Tower
Eiffel
Paris
Dundee Advertiser
Islands and coaling stations as a trade strategy
The editorial argues that securing the Philippine Islands as harbors and coaling stations suffices for trade with Japan and Asia, contending native rule is unnecessary to commerce and that the islands pose less threat than a source of strength, criticizing alarmist views on risks and naval costs.
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Philippine Islands
Japan
Asia
Cuba
Pacific
Why Germany Is Prosperous
Baron von Sternburg the German ambassador in Washington argues Germany's prosperity stems from extensive production, efficient infrastructure, and a strong banking system. He cites capital, land, and labor contributing to wealth, with modern communications and industry underpinning economic strength.
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Baron von Sternburg
Washington
Educate Hands As Well As Heads Says Roosevelt
President Roosevelt urges education to align with labor training and dignity. He stresses training hands and minds, promoting farming and work as essential to national character and progress for both men and women.
Downward Mindset Among Critics Damages Civic Spirit
The piece contrasts pessimistic critics who forecast doom with optimistic individuals who see progress. It argues constant gloom harms democratic vitality while hopeful readers maintain confidence in governance and human goodness.
Laughter and Digestion by No 3S Marden
A discussion on the link between mental state and digestion. Sudden sorrow or stress disrupts gastric processes, while cheerful environments and humor improve digestion. vacations and health resorts aid by mental suggestion and recreation, not just air or waters.
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Marden
Ely
Breaches of Promise at Harvard Lampson Case
In a terse exchange the man complains to his lawyer that promises were not kept and he was not given a free pair of pants. The lawyer responds that they will recover the money owed, labeling the matter breaches of promise.
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Harvard Lampson
Labor movements and earnings vary across regions
Reports show wages for bricklayers in Japan at thirty six cents daily and note efforts to organize Mexican workers. British unemployment averaged 4.5 percent among 629 675 trade unionists from 1887 to 1906 while Montreal longshoremen oppose bonus pay. Baltimore labor advocates cheer an eight hour law. A San Francisco master barbers association aims to fund sanitary shop upgrades. A Wheelis West Virginia Labor party meeting is planned for March 30.
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Japan
Mexico
United Kingdom
Montreal
Canada
Minneapolis
Minn
Baltimore
Master Barsbers’ Association
San Francisco
Cal
Barbers’ Union
Wheeliss
W. Va
Congregational Ministers’ Association
Minz
Manhattan
Women's Trade Union League
Bes
National Game Reflections and Baseball Figures
A collage of baseball notes references Fred Clarke and his brother Josh, Rie Lattimore, McHale, Fred Tenney, Kesion, Frank Chance, Jimmie Collins, Campbell, Tim, and comparisons to the St. Louis Americans. It reports a benefit game raising 4259 for Chris Van der Ahe and condemns gambling on baseball while discussing prestige and reputation in the sport.
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Fred Clarke
Josh
Cleveland
Rie Lattimore
McHale
Fred Tenney
New York Nationals
Ez-Mahager Kesion
Cincinnati
York Nationals
Frank Chance
Jimmie Collins
Philadelphia America
Collins
Campbell
Cincinnatis
Tim Lit
New York Americans
St Lou
St. le
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Hunasi
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Philippines
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CEN
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President Roosevelt
Orison Swett Marden
Center Square
New Oxford
Charley Hess
Oxford Pitt St
W. Wf
F. L. Freseuan
VM. McSherry, JR
Gettysburg
Adams County
Paril
Court Horse
Toms B.mcperssox Doxarp P. M-Pamesag McPherson & McPherson, Attorneys
At-Law
Ofice
Star and Sea
Labor World
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