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Newspaper
Newton Record
Location
Newton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1896
Page
11
In large cities many boys aged eight to sixteen struggle for food shelter and clothing. Philanthropists note rough living and wandering, with boys selling scraps of coal and wares along streetcar lines to survive. The piece parallels chemical industry notes, praising German research and labor force in Farben factories.
The navy expansion continues as Admiral Wishakorf tests the first of four coast defense vessels, sailing at fifteen knots for twelve hours. Baltic and Mack Sen plan new ships with heavy armor, turrets, and torpedo tubes, while other vessels near completion promise a growing fleet ready for trials next spring.
Farm and Garden notes cover efficient husking methods and shock sizes from Sciota river bottoms to minimize labor. Practical talk details husking with a right handed peg, fodder piling, and stand posture for farmers. plus raspberry and gooseberry guidance, pests, mulch, and English varieties. includes hauling fodder and horse lice remedy.
An official Spanish report claims insurgents expelled from an important Armenian town after 400 attackers entered led by Garcia. Spanish regulars retreated, volunteers fired back and conflicts killed five volunteers and three women. Insurgents looted 30 stores as residents were fed by Garcia who ordered merchants to supply food. The disturbing account likens Spanish actions to Kurdish conduct in Armenia.
A report states that a bond valued at up to 100000 dollars is missing from the city treasury. Investigations focus on potential culprits and the possibility that the missing bond funds a security scheme. Officials promise a thorough search and public accountability.
Fragmentary OCR reports indicate the United States ambassador or authority will authorize President Cleveland to announce his resignation amid a diverse vote and speeches in Great Britain. The brief text references tensions and forthcoming statement.
Des Moines report covers patents allowed to Iowa inventors, highlighting Cram pump and Jones sight connection, with praise for orderly kitchen design. Also notes solicitors OmAn G. and J. Ralph Oanto offering patent services. Brief item on Mrs. Kruger and Jules Simon health and oratory quality, with Simon improving in old age.
A Paris influenced fashion note details straps, trims, and silhouettes across fabrics from silk to velvet. Describes shirring on shoulders and sleeves, various sleeve trims, puffs, slashes, lace, and cuff emphasis. Highlights Louis coats, damasks, and the Marie Antoinette skirt with trellised pleats and hip plaits. Also promotes Salter's Golden Pumpkin Watermelon seeds with a pricing and mail-order offer.
Fragmented notes show a Georgia preacher reframing a holiday celebration into a prayer meeting amid festivities. The text also markets Cut and Slash cheroots and Syrup of Figs as remedies, reflecting a periodical blend of tobacco promotion and home cure ideas. The fragmented phrases name no clear events or people beyond generic references.
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