Campaign tensions and notices from 1897 New York area
The 1897 report notes Democratic tensions in the Greater New York campaign with General Tracy. Richmond leaders plan a fund for the Virginia Mechanics Institute to honor Lewis Glitter. various political and foreign affairs quotes appear from the Alexandria Gazette and Denver Post remarks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Low
Greater New York
General Tracy
Richmond
Virginia Mechanics Institute
City
Lewis Glitter
Brains At A Discount In Baseball Pay
A Savannah News item notes players like Chuck Connors and Ed Hanlon earning high weekly and six month amounts, suggesting baseball pays better than many college professors. The piece questions the value of formal education versus professional sports salaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Savannah News
Chuck Connors
Chuck
Georgia
Hanlon
United States
Eyes on Alaska as two territories debated by politicians
The Times notes outside interest in Alaska and a proposed plan to split the region into two regular territories with governors and offices. Critics warn Alaska needs explorers more than politicians, while talks of annexation and appointments surface alongside prospects for Hawaii and other Pacific matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Times
Times
Bates
Alaska
Tlawall Whee
McKintey
Ohloman
Hawaii
Monitor Commander Dead Amid Hampton Roads Clash
The Baltimore American reports the death of Near Admiral Worren who led the Kronetnal Monitor in the battle with the Confederate ironclad Vreinta near Hampton Roads on March 9 1862. The notice questions claims of Union victory and notes media bias while preserving the core event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worren
Hampton
Monitor
Virginia
Haupton
Debate Over Monitor Virginia Battle Credit
A historical letter debates who deserved credit for the Civil War duel between the Monitor and the Virginia. It questions Admiral Worden’s claimed victory and notes the Virginia’s actions and damage, arguing the Monitor did not decisively win the engagement.
Banquet Honoring Archbishop Keane Planned in Washington
The friends of Archbishop Keane will hold a banquet in his honor in Washington on October 1. The text notes various international and domestic misstatements and includes erroneous figures about crops, populations, and infrastructure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keane
Wraehington
Maine
China
Thingkong
Moria
Muhiy Peninsula
Wilmington
Deb
Notable Personal News and Odd Anecdotes
The item notes Mrs Langtry’s one day horse racing winnings around 250000 dollars. It mentions Tiushrot D Washington of Chicago claiming a Washington family seal tied to Major Andre and a McKinley trout gift from Hague villagers. Christine Codlin recalls Napoleon I and marks her birthday in Germany, with plans to visit America via her granddaughter’s wish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anere
Christine Codlnl
Napoleon J
Maing, Ciermany
America
Men's Suit Extravaganza with Deep Discounts
Vintage ad describes numerous men's and children's suits in dark greys and blues. Highlights include a full 2.89 dollar suit set with sack coat pants and vest, double breasted and plain cheviot wool options, plus navy twill heavy winter wear and kids' cassimere designs. Limited stock and time-limited pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alges
Seven Big Stores Advertises Wide Range of Boys and Children's Suits
A vintage retail ad touts knee pants suits for boys, reefers, and double breasted jackets up to age 16. It markets men’s suits from $15 and children’s suits from $2 to $5, highlighting fabrics, trims, and alterations, with claims of value and style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meeres
Cuildilin
Milo Fellows
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Fon Lee
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Caontry
Denver Post
Klondike
Mexico
Dr. Nangen
Andrep
Tea Hit
la Baill Place
Joe Ninsen
North American
Zayas
Great Britain
Cuba
Sagasta
Args
Col
Zuyas
Alasia
Themnmonitows
Tor
wHit Worden
Anehar
Mach Contander
Norfolk
Worden
Alwoeat
North
Dovk
Tlaltimore Sun
Capain van Brunt
Washington
Jones
Noad
Niger
Buits
Gentlomen
Reefer Collins
GS. Baggs & CO
Commerce ST
Falkland and
Charlotte Streets
Mrs. Pries
Church ST
Draggista
International Medien
Thome
Aid
Pepsia
Gionile
Detiliuyy
Nuits
Subetlwate
Shenat Mather
John S. Etheridge
Berkley, Va
Corner Chestnut
Pearl Street
Portamouth
S.tmm Ridge
Mrs. Winslow
Urugusia
Albany
Main Street
W. W. Freeman
NO Rota
Dawvis
Worthington
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