Journal notes and political quips from the May 12 1897 issue
A mosaic of snippets touches on Turkey war costs and funding sources, U S exports with emphasis on agricultural produce, a Democratic minority leader in the House, the Cuban Republic presidency, Dingley tariff debate, cabinet price talk versus newspaper interests, senators profiting on stock margins, Japanese ministerial competition impacting European markets, and oversized shipments to Asia altering world trade dynamics.
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Asia
Germany's shame in lenient stance amid wartime loyalties
The piece argues Germany bears blame for allowing its officers to serve with Turkish forces against Greeks and Christians, contrasting with earlier Allied alliances. It contends Germans are complicit in aiding Turk factions and criticizes the nation's treatment of foreign soldiers aligned with their enemies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Sleime
Shesee
Peeks
Chorman
Sone Beleves
von Merade
Hself
Lebergs
Germain
Christian Greeer
Phesshins
Cuba not pacified despite Weyler claims
New York correspondents returning home report Cuba remains not pacified. Evidence of prolonged war and suffering grows as Weyler extends campaigns for gold and promotion, hospitals are attacked, and wounded are butchered. Patriots seek outside aid to secure independence amid fading U.S. relief hopes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuba
Wergler
New York
Weyler
United States
Accordall and
Express
Danen le
Unclear Prediction on Achievement Under Current Conditions
A statement notes that while an eventual attainment is certain, it is not believed to be achievable under existing conditions. The text reflects cautious skepticism about timing and feasibility given present constraints.
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Belynes & Go’e Drug
Fraternal Call to Unite Blue and Gray at Buffalo Reunion
The piece notes ex Confederate generals attending Grant tomb ceremonies and discusses Commander In Chief Clarkson inviting General Gordon to speak at the Grand Army of the Republic reunion in Buffalo. It advocates fraternal ties, inviting other Confederate leaders, and emphasizes national unity and patriotism across former foes.
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Grant
Clarkson
Grand Army of the Republic
John 13. Gordon
Confederate Veterans
Grand Army of the Republi
Buffalo
Gordon
Grand Army
Chicago Herald
Lampstreet
General Buckner
Chant
New York City
Sherman
Sheridan
Thomas
Moide
Trancock
Medellan
Warren
Sedgewick
Sickles
Rosecrans
Gibbon
Toward
Hooker
Trurnside
McPherson
Lee
Jackson
Johnson
Johnston
Longstreet
Shooud
Drage
Smith
Wheeler
Stewart
Beauregard
Ewell
Mearly
Buckner
Pemerton
Othe Hills
America
Lkands
Bonfires Planned Across Grease Britain on Victoria Coronation
Arrangements are made for simultaneous bonfires on prominent heights in Grease Britain to mark Queen Victoria's coronation anniversary. Reports from Monclova, Mexico say two old Spanish mines have been rediscovered and assay 700 ounces of silver per ton. Electric lighting costs quoted for several U.S. cities.
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Britain
Victoria
Monclova
Mexico
New York City
Philadelphia
Brooklyn
Washington, D. C
St. Paul
Magnitude means mastery under steady general conditions
The store emphasizes continuous advancement and strong growth to serve the masses. It promises fresh, bright apparel at bedrock wholesale cash prices, direct margins for consumers, and advantageous tailoring. It stresses reliability, standard makes, direct maker contact, and avoidance of middlemen.
Massive regional buy cuts prices on men and boys suits
A large chain of stores touts consolidated purchasing power to offer low prices on men s full suits and boys outfits. It markets One Ninety Eight and Ninety Seven to Seventy Seven dollar range suits with broad selection, patterns, and durable construction. The ad emphasizes value, variety, and quick turnover with many sizes and styles in stock.
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Cheaiverdge Ain
Neal Stripe
Sinath
Burk & Co
Sen Ey Lee
Omaha
Ned
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Turkey
Memphis
Prince Constanting
Baltimore Hterard
New York Mail and Express
Washington Post
Hartford Times
Washington
Chicago Times
Brald
Aldrich and
Amtlsagy
Peta Veng Bape
Wales
Hlue
Hand
Bond
Hood
Balasas
Taity
Airy
Kim
Hebe
Pozzoni
Oa Bi Fe
Vic Cary
Cooke, Clark & CO
Noilmolis
Lo Kos Hk
Plume Street
Irwin's Express Company
W. ‘. Lrawen
Ainge
Almple
Clites
Water St
Joule Stacker
John &, Etheridge
Bdeumiarliey
Prigven
Mrs. Winslow
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