German Vote Fear Campaign Misleads Germans in America
General Charles Dick argues German immigrants support the GOP on gold standards and oppose imperialism. He cites population and army figures to claim the US military threat is overstated and that German Americans will study actual conditions before voting.
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Charles Dick
Republican National Committee
Democratic Party
McKinley
Republican Party
Congress
Germany
United States
A Great National Danger to American Shipping
A contemporary warning outlines how European wars and far eastern tensions threaten U S dependence on foreign ships for trade. It argues that wartime withdrawal of merchant vessels would cut off exports, raise freight rates, depress prices, and induce mass unemployment, reenacting the stagnation seen in 1893–1896. It emphasizes reliance on foreign bottoms and the looming risk to domestic markets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Morocco
Export Trade Hinges on American Shipping Power
The text warns that the United States relies on foreign ships for most exports, risking national security and economic stability. It urges immediate action to build American shipyards and fleets to support growing trade valued near 1.5 billion dollars, projecting up to three billion with increased carriage needs. It cites Thomas Jefferson's 1704 warning about dependence on foreign carriers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
United States
Congress
Thomas Jefferson
Nebraska Livestock Value Up 126 Percent in State
Nebraska’s live stock value rose to 46 million and 102 million dollars, marking a 126 percent increase. The report argues this supports the public in electing a Bryan alternative without a Democratic or 16 to 1 presidential outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nebraska
Bryan
National Finances May 1900 Public Debt Summary
The May 31 1900 public debt stood at 1 122 608 811 after cash in treasury. Bond redemptions decreased the debt by 2 193 274 for the month. Treasury exchanges total 286 865 850 in new 2 percent 1930 bonds with 64 560 400 from non banks. Old 2 percent redemptions amount to 510 500. Total cash 1 104 261 826.
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Treasury
Foreign wool imports reveal market loss for American growers
The data shows United States imports of 280,011,473 pounds and foreign wool at 76,796,209 pounds, with a net annual difference of 164,175,264 pounds. The analysis claims the Democratic free trade tariff deprived American farmers of 154,175,264 pounds of wool in one year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
The Labor Combination Grows Through Unions and Charters
The American Federation of Labor has 1,408,000 members as of January 1, 1900, 404,000 new members since, and issued 1,600 local charters this year. The past three years mark the peak of labor consolidation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Organization of Labor
United States
Faur
Organization of Trusts
American Federation of Labor
Butter and Cheese Prices in 1896 New York Market
Fragmentary note states butter cost 14 cents per pound and cheese 7 cents in 1896 New York market. It compares to July 1 last year when butter was 17 cents and cheese 8 cents, claiming factories were busy and people had money to buy butter and cheese, but the last sentence is garbled.
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New York
Bryan and bust phrase on bulletin boards echoed
The text hints at political wordplay using conjunctions to describe a contest involving Bryan and a potential bust scenario. It suggests demonstrations or delegations aligning with a spring campaign and a mention of next November’s public display. The tone implies playful political rhetoric.
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Bryan Or Bust
Bryan and Bust
Nebraska farmers push for prosperity under gold standard
Senator Mercer argues Nebraska will likely vote for McKinley this year citing rising farm income, higher cattle and hog values, and bank deposits up to 23 million dollars. He contrasts 1896 prices with 1900 gains in wheat, corn, oats, hogs and steers, and notes cheaper sugar and coffee.
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Washington
Nebraska
McKinley
Bryan
David
Mercer
Congress
Nbraska
Nebraska Papers
Grover Cleveland
Price of wire nails rises modestly in 1800s United States
The average price of wire nails in the United States last year was 2.57 dollars per keg of 100 pounds, up from 2.50 dollars in 1806. The increase amounts to seven cents per keg despite higher raw material costs.
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United States
Seianerane Dice Question Splits Maryland Democrats
The political policy number 16-2-1 becomes a focal point in Maryland's Gold Democratic leaders debate at the Kan Sas Lily convention. A party dispute centers on how this rule would influence local governance and strategy.
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Maryland
London Soot Burden Exceeds 1000 Tons Annually
A London report estimates that about 1,000 tons of soot settle across 110 square miles each year, highlighting urban air pollution impacts and the scale of particulate fallout in the city.
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London
Sham Battle to Highlight Fourth of July at Chadron
The Chadron Fourth of July committee plans a grand sham battle with 2,500 Sioux from Pine Ridge and 2,000 cowboys led by Colonel Jay L. Torrey and Chief Red Cloud with 500 braves. Excursion trains will bring visitors. precautions aim to prevent danger.
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Chadron
Neb
Pine Ridge Agency
W. F. Hayward
Jay L. Torrey
Big Horn Mountains
Lmits
Witheas
Red Cloud
American Horse
Custer
Two Licenses for One Couple in Nebraska Runaway
In TABLE ROCK Nebraska on June 25 William Holman Jennings of Lincoln and Achille Shaw Lyman, who grew up in Pawnee City, wed after securing a license from Lancaster County. They fled to Pawnee City for a second license then returned toward Lincoln. The couple’s families include W G Lyman and Captain R P Jennings.
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Table Rock
Neb
Pawnee City
William Holman Jennings
Lincoln
Achille Shaw Lyman
Jennings
Lancaster County
W. G. Lyman
R. P. Jennings
Re Establish Blair Road in West Point Neb
The county board of supervisors votes to re establish the Blair road boundaries in Cuming County. The historic road runs diagonally from the county southeast corner to West Point and was created by a February 15 1869 act. records were previously inaccessible and the road fell into disuse.
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Blair Road
West Point
Neb
County Board of Supervisors
Old Settlers Picnic in Sarpy County At Howard's Grove
The Old Settlers of Sarpy County held a Saturday afternoon picnic at Howard's Grove in Papillion Nebraska. About 600 people from the surrounding area attended. John I. Goss of Bellevue spoke to the gathering while the Papillion band provided music.
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Sarpy
Papillion
Neb
Sarpy County
Howard's Grove
John I. Goss
Bellevue
Papillion Band
Seven Year Sentence For Jail Breaker in Clay Center
Adjourned district court session in Clay Center with Judge Stubbs presiding. Nelson, who escaped jail two years ago and was brought back from Carthage Missouri, pleaded guilty to burglary and received a seven year sentence on the penitentiary.
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Clay Center
Neb
District Court
Stubbs
Nelson
Secord
Carthage
Street Fair Preparations Begin in North Platte
The first meeting of the street fair executive committee at the Commercial club rooms elected officers and appointed subcommittee chairs. The committee pledged to start preparations immediately with Chairman John Bratt, Vice Chairman R. McKeon, Secretary W. H. McDonald, Assistant Secretary Butler Buchanan, and Treasurer W. A. Vollmer named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Platte
Neb
Commercial Club
John Bratt
R. McKeon
W. H. McDonald
Butler Buchanan
W. A. Vollmer
Will dispute draws Johnson county probate court attention
Tecumseh Nebraska June 26 The Woodruff will content case occupies the county probate court with Judge Ellis taking the matter under advisement. The estate valued at 10000 was to go to the deceased daughter’s children but two granddaughters Mrs Bennett now of St Louis and Mrs Miles of Tecumseh seek to set aside the will and claim their mother’s share had she lived. The verdict is expected next week and the case has attracted wide interest.
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Tecumbeh
Neb
Johnson County
Woodruff
Ellis
Buel Woodruff
H. A. Miles
J. A. Bennett
Omaha
St. Louisa
Mra. Bennett
E. A. Miles
Tecumseh
Boy dies after rattlesnake bite near McCook
In McCook Nebraska on June 26 7 year old Bam Bendewald son of Mrs Margaret Bendewald of West McCook died at his mother's home after being bitten by a rattlesnake on a ranch near Halgler Kansas. He had tried to cut the rattles from the tail with a knife and the snake lashed and coiled its head inside the hole as he attempted to reach the rattles.
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M'Cook
Neb
Bammy Bendewald
Margaret Bendewald
West McCook
Cheyenne County
Kansas
Halgler
Alliance Gets New Burlington Machine Shops
The Burlington begins building expansive machine shops in Alliance Nebraska similar to Havelock shops. A main 80 by 140 foot brick structure will house advanced car and engine machinery, attracting 150 families to the city as workers and their families relocate for the project.
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Vpps
Alliance
Neb
The
Burlington
Havelock
Small Boy Narrowly Escapes Scalding Water
Tecumseh Nebraska June 26 The four year old son of Mr and Mrs Sam Mays had a narrow escape from death a washtub of scalding water splashed across the kitchen floor as the child played he stumbled and fell backward into the boiling water his sister quickly pulled him out preventing serious injury he escaped with only slight burns and no clothing penetration was sustained by the time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tecumseh, Neb
Sam Mays
Dovey Hosts Leonard Kluftinger Reception in Plattsmouth
In Plattsmouth Nebraska on June 26 Mr and Mrs George E Dovey entertained many friends honoring Leonard Kluftinger German consul to Bologna Italy Music featured with Ella Ethel Free of Omaha and Antonio Kessler performing together with the Dovey sisters Ethel and Alice delivering several duets and Ethel Dovey singing multiple solos
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Conenl Plattsmouth
Neb
George E. Dovey
Frineda
Leonard Kluftinger
Bologna
Italy
Ella Ethel Free
Omaha
Antonio Kessler
Ethel
Alice Dovey
Ethel Dovey
Sawmill Located in Cottonwood Park Near Lyons Neb
Lyon Bros have located a sawmill in Cottonwood park just north of Lyons Nebraska. They are thinning large trees yielding 500 to 800 feet of lumber and substantial firewood. The park spans several acres and promises a profitable investment. The trees were planted by Mr. Lyon about thirty years ago.
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Lyons
Neb
Change of G A R quartermaster and adjutant in Nebraska
W C Elder who has served as quartermaster of the Nebraska Grand Army of the Republic for a year sent supplies records and cash to his successor Brad P Cook in Lincoln The new quartermaster will take charge on June 26 and the new adjutant General Gage will assume office the same day
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North Platte, Neb
W. C. Elder
State Grand Army of the Republic
Brad P. Cook
Lincoln
General Gage
Creamery In Osceola Runs Big Butter Business
The South Platte Creamery of Osceola Nebraska reports production of 1000 pounds of butter daily. It ships to Providence Rhode Island and Boston Massachusetts to meet strong demand and top market prices.
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Creamery
Osceola
Neb
South Platte Creamery Company
Providence
R. I
Boston
Dietrich Plans Brick Building in Hastings Corner
Charles H. M. Dietrich will start erecting a brick building at the corner of St. Joe Avenue and Second Street in Hastings within two weeks. The project marks a new commercial structure for the Nebraska city.
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Hastings
Neb
Charles HM. Dietrich
St. Joe Avenue
Second Street
Three Fingers Saved in Feed Cutter Accident at Schinstock Crew
At West Point Nebraska on June 26 an employee of Schinstock Bros. was pulled into a feed cutter gear arising from a mishap at the elevator, resulting in the loss of three fingers.
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Seave
West Point
Neb
Schinstock Bros
Eleyator
West Point Gambling Case Bound Over in District Court
The State v H. Kunts & Co was tried before County Judge Krake in West Point Nebraska. The partners faced charges of permitting gambling in their saloon. After a hearing both were bound over to the district court in $200 each. The case drew great interest in a town long viewed as wide open.
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West Point
Neb
H. Kunts & Co
Krake
Old River Man Eroun Yellowstone Aims For St Louis Voyage
Livingston Montana correspondent reports a bold plan to navigate the Yellowstone River from Livingston to the Missouri and on to St Louis in a 100 ton cargo craft. H C Sharpless, the veteran flatboatman, launches the Saragossa loaded with bones petrified wood and western curios to complete a 3000 mile journey.
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Livingston
Mont
Chicago
Inter Ocean
Yellowstone River
Missouri
St. Louia
Yellowstone
Fort Buford
H. C. Sharpless
Lewis Street
Saragossa
St. Louisa
Sharplesa
St. Louis
Hidden Art of the Invalid Diet
The housekeeper who makes meals attractive at all times earns a fine diploma when she can elevate an invalid diet to delight as well as nutrition. Nurses and housekeepers often rely on milk and beef tea, but meals must include surprise and daintiness to fulfill treatment goals.
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Bata
Migratory Merino Sheep of Spain and Ancient Laws
Spain hosts about ten million migratory sheep that move up to two hundred miles yearly from grazing mountains. Transhumants follow era old rules dating to the 14th century, with protected routes, grazing rights on open land, and a nine ty yard corridor through private property. Herdsmen, flocks, mules, and guard dogs accompany the trek lasting fourteen weeks for round trips.
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Spain
Spectator
Alarm Among the Puny Japs Sparks Military Gear Change
A wartime notice describes Japanese soldiers as underdeveloped and anxious about their physique. It claims long rifles are unsuitable for their stature and that authorities have supplied special short firearms. It also labels students as among the worst-developed groups in society.
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Fowera
Bablea
The Whistling Tree Across Regions
The article describes the whistling tree native to the West Indies Nubia and the Sudan. It notes a distinct leaf shape and split edge pods that whistle when wind passes through. Barbados hosts a valley of such trees and trade winds create a deep moaning whistle.
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West Indies
Nubia
Sudan
Barbados
Superannuation Allowance in Canary 1899 Public Accounts
Dominion of Canada public accounts for the year ending June 30 1899 show 225560 47 paid in superannuation allowances to civil servants and others during 1898 1899.
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Canary
Dominion of Canada
Dominion
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SHAM
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