National finances and gold reserves analysis
The Review of Reviews warns that a revenue deficiency coincides with large gold shipments abroad. It criticizes Treasury gold stock of at least 100 million dollars and calls for relieving the treasury from gold obligations and boosting revenue through higher taxes, urging quick bipartisan action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Shaw
Review of Reviews
Carlisle
United States
Treasury
Europe
New York
Iron trade boom and Cuban fate mix with Patriotism
The piece notes a booming iron trade from March to September 1895 with prices rising sharply and many fortunes made, while urging caution on further investments. It lauds General Miles as a populist military leader and discusses Cuba seeking recognition as an independent republic amid patriotic support from the American public.
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America
United States Congress
Guba
France
United States
Republic of
Cuba
Fall Tree Planting and Vanderbilt Society notes
The article urges widespread autumn tree planting from late August to October, highlighting wind breaks, shade and fruit trees for homes and villages. It praises Mrs. Alva Vanderbilt as a strong New York society leader, noting her divorce and rapid social influence. The piece also covers the new cruiser Brooklyn’s specifications and Korea’s changing openness with mining ventures.
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Alva Vanderbilt
Sines
Paran Stevens
New York
American Girl Pleads For Father Inquirying Duke Toy Request
A girl asks her father for a small, handsome duke toy with charm and affection, describing it as a nice present and expressing desire for a playful yet respectful keepsake.
Americans Claim World Yacht Championship Title
Both the Defender and the Ethel Wynnie, noted Victorians, are cited in a provocative suggestion that Americans deserve the world title in yacht race. The question frames American prowess as superior after notable victories.
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Defender
Ethel Wynnie
Frances Willard Bicycles On This Side of Crater
Frances Willard plans to continue bicycle riding on this side of the crater after a summer spent on the other side.Her determination signals ongoing efforts and local curiosity about the unusual route.
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Frances Willard
Even Pacteny Fails to Find Microbe for Ore Save
Pacteny struggles to locate a microbial solution to save his ore process as experts note no viable microbe exists to protect ore yield. The report highlights ongoing research challenges in metal extraction.
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Pacteny
Agricultural dtacle ment factory planned at Springfield
The Globe-Democrat notes that nominations are hardest when victory is easy. The United States is described as the apple country as well as corn and cotton and pork country. Local towns back new private factories alongside the proposed plant.
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Springfield
Wisdom
The
Globe-Democrat
United States
Ed ward James Glave noted for brave African service heroism
The Century tells of Ed ward James Glave a young English explorer who died at nearly 38 after a brief river of bold deeds. He pursued Stanley’s Africa with zeal, earned a commission from the International African Association and embraced the hardest tasks with unflinching resolve.
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Edward James Glave
Stanley
Africa
International African Association
Glave
Farm land sales rise as city folk move to farms
The St Paul Pioneer Press notes larger northwest farm land sales this year and a shift back to rural life. Many graduates plan scientific farming using electricity, machinery, chemistry, and greenhouse crops to ease farmers’ work, yet low prices amid high costs dampen the allure of buying more farms.
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St. Paul
Northwest
Tropics
Henry Clay on open court trials for public officials
Henry Clay urges open trials for policemen and firemen charged with discipline violations, arguing secrecy should end. He cites public knowledge as essential and mocks Corbett and Fitzsimmons for fighting in an empty barn, asserting their real aim is gambling and betting money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Clay
Philadelphia
National mood shifts as Cuba sympathy grows in US
The piece notes strong US public support for Cuban patriots and urges Congress to act accordingly. It cites industry boosts in 1895 with new mills and textile revival, mentions fruit varieties and a playful aside about famous individuals, then touches on gold money debates and prize fighting laws in Texas.
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United States
Congress
North Carolina
Cottom Mills
In China officeholders are the literary class
The remark notes that in China the term literary class labels officeholders, contrasting with this country where the phrase does not apply. It suggests a difference in how government roles are described and perceived.
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China
Country
The Times and The Walter Lineage in News History
James Creelman lauds The Times as the most honest reliable paper, tracing its 110 year Thunderex legacy. John Walter founded The Daily Universal Register in 1788, renamed The Times, kept in the Walter family through John Walter I II and III to present head Arthur Walter.
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James Greelmaan
McClure
Keelman
Europe
Queen Victoria
Vatican
John Walter
Daily Universal Register
The
Times
Creelman
Arthur Walter
John
Johns
William Waldorf Astor
Mr. Astor
Common Negroes and the race problem in the South
A discussion of a class called common negroes by Emmett J. Scott editor of the Texas Freeman. Scott condemns the low criminal element among blacks and urges respectable colored people to lead a moral uplift to avoid harming the race. He argues slavery shaped this group and calls for treating criminals of all races by the law.
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South
Emmett J. Scott
Scott
The
Texas Freeman
Mr. Scott
Uncle Sam urged to curb Annapolis tyrants to lure youth
The writer argues that officers trained at Annapolis should not oppress subordinates and that stopping such tyranny would attract capable, high spirited young men to enlist. Promotion should be merit based, potentially reaching the highest ranks, even for those who have never attended Annapolis.
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Nelson A. Miles
United States Army
Miles
West Point
Ponius
Republic
Uncle Sam
Annapolis
Empress Calls Women to Avoid Heavy Farm Work
The empress of Germany urges women not to take unsuitable tasks and praises embroidery and fine sewing as ideal for women. The note questions whether such sentiments will curb the heavy farm labor and rails projects that cost $52,000 per mile and rise annually, asking how many roads will ever be profitable.
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Germany
Bridegroom's Fee Reflects His Regard for Bride
A proverb notes that a groom's respect for his bride is measured by the amount paid to the minister, implying social status and wealth are reflected in the wedding gift.
6A Study In Wives In The North American Review
The article surveys views by Grant Allen Max O'Rell Karl Blind and Professor Boyesen on wives in Britain France and other regions. It highlights British laborer middle class and aristocratic ideals and contrasts French wifely partnership with English stereotypes.
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North American Review
Grant Allen
Max O’rell
Karl Blind
Professor Boyesen
Grant Alen
Allen
Max O'Rell
Max
France
England
Japanese Plums Delight City Markets This Summer
Observers note Californian acclimated Japanese plums appearing in city markets this summer and autumn. The fruit is praised for melting sweetness, juiciness, and tenderness, with colors red yellow purple and green. It is noted to grow in many northern and southern areas and could become a staple for pastry and cooking. City residents are urged to buy and enjoy more of them.
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California
Japan
North
South
Garden of Eden
Defender Could Lead to Big Contracts for Herreshoff
The Defender may boost funds for blind boat builder Herreshoff as orders start with Secretary Herbert for two torpedo boats at 144000 dollars each. Other nations like Japan may also seek torpedo boats, signaling future government and foreign contracts.
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Herreshoff
Herbert
United States
Japan
Drownings Spark call for swimming lessons this summer
Officials note an unusual rise in water deaths during the past summer. The common factor was lack of swimming ability, with many victims unable to save themselves.
Remark by Mme Nansen on civilization and mind over imagination
The statement attributed to Mme Nansen, wife of explorer Fridtjof Nansen, asserts civilization has brought great self control, and that now the mind, not imagination, governs. It reflects a measured view on progress and restraint.
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Mme. Nansen
Manistique Grocers Seek Relief Over Free-Ranging Cows
In Manistique Michigan grocers complain cows invade streets and grocers layouts consuming cabbage apples potatoes and peach butter cutting profits. The piece notes the town's independent spirit and ends with sympathy for the grocers and a plea to the city council for relief.
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Manistique
Mich
Nansen and Fram open water voyage nears August
The Fram, a flat bottomed ship with wind powered dynamo and electric lights, sails north as Nansen plans a five year provisioning for a three year absence. He aims to reach the open sea beyond ice floes and hopes to cross the pole if possible, noting Lockwood's 1882 record at latitude 83.24 and Camp Washington at 82.25. Until August there is little cause for unease about Nansen's fate.
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Dr. Nansen
Athough Nansen
North Pole
Lockwood
Camp
Washington
Nansen
New Jersey Road Improvements Boost Farm Value and Trade
The study praises New Jersey road paving citing heavier tractor and horse loads, time and cost savings for farmers, and rising property values. It notes a broad market reach to New York, rural entry of residents, and cheap, plentiful trolley service. Road reform costs: 3% of cost from stay tax, 57% from county, 10% from property owners along the route.
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New Jersey
Union
New York
Remarkable medical view on Corbett cowardice in prizefighting
A prominent medical observer says Corbett, the champion, is a coward when facing top opponents and fears meeting a rival his size. He predicts Fitzsimmons will defeat Corbett, claims Corbett should be whipped, and calls for stronger fighters to end prizefighting and related moneyed elites as relics of barbarism.
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Corbett
Fitzsimmons
Fitz
When Politics Is Quiet People Prosper and Busy Themselves
A historical observation notes that in periods of political calm a state's citizens appear prosperous and focused on making money rather than engaging in political or public activity. The speaker implies stability fosters economic productivity and personal advancement.
Washington as a Stock Breeder and Colonial Relic
Captain D G Purse manages Savannah display for a large 1790 dated silver cup as a prize from the Agricultural Society of South Carolina to General Washington for raising the largest jackass. The relic bears an engraving of the donkey and is eyed for the Colonial Dames of America collection.
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D. G. Purse
Savannah
George Washington
Agricultural Society of South Carolina
General Washington
Captain Purse
Colonial Dames of America
Charleston News and Courier
Boston Freshmen Ride Goat in Gamma Delta Initiation
Girls of Boston University's freshman class joined a Gamma Delta initiation at Jacob Slooper hall. They endured a series of dares including water dousing, blindfolded wheelbarrow rides, a maze, a staged photo, slippery boards, Japanese stocks, molten water exposure, and a demand to speak on women's rights before signing the chapter's constitution.
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Boston University
Gamma Delta
Jacob Slooper
Toufelincistor
Vouselmeister
Gamma Deltan
New York World
Harrison's Big Practice and Political Prospects
The Philadelphia Press reports that ex president Harrison enjoys large earnings from law work both in court and as advisory counsel. It notes $25,000 fees in the Indiana city street rail case and Vandalia railroad dispute, $19,000 in Morrison will, plus $10,000 per lecture for 44 lectures totaling $85,000. Advising work has grown, with possible shift toward office duties.
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Harrison
City of
Indianapolis
Street Railroad Company
McKeen-Lees
Vandalia Railroad
Morrison
Richmond
Era University
Washington
Philadelphia Press
Remarkable Silver Plate Embeds Ten Dollar Note
A thin two foot long silver plate in Washington’s treasury division captured a brand new $10 silver certificate pressed into its surface and expanded to twice its size. A factory worker allegedly dropped the note on the plate as it passed through a rolling machine and the bill was returned to the owner.
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The
Treasury
Washington
Peculiar Fire Case on Ship Annie Stafford at Dieppe
The New York Tribune reports a strange shipboard fire on the bark Annie Stafford at Dieppe France. About 50 tons of flint ballast shifted as the vessel pitched and rolled creating sparks that ignited the ceiling. The ship had previously carried petroleum cargoes making interior woodwork highly susceptible to ignition.
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Annie Statfford
Dieppe
France
New York Tribune
Deaf mute cyclist set to tour world from Amsterdam
Sutherland Roijaards, a deaf mute native of Amboina, passed through Berlin on a bicycle aiming to circle the globe. Two Amsterdam gentlemen wager £150 he cannot succeed, but he accepts and plans to fund lectures to deaf mutes during the journey.
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Berlin
Sutherland Roijaards
Amboina
Dutch East Indies
Amsterdam
Rotjaards
Londdén
Autumn Treasure Trove in a Willow Tree
A fragment from Eugene Field in the Chicago Record, reflecting on autumn wealth and longing. The speaker envisions gold in a willow tree, misty morns, and fading names, with imagery of leaves, dew, and a wistful girl brooding over dreams of gold.
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Eugene Field
Chicago
Corn Bread Recipe from Old Home Kitchen
A brief corn bread recipe notes soak bread crumbs in milk, whisk eggs, stir in cornmeal salt and shortening, mix to a batter, then bake in shallow tins quickly. This compact historic instruction reflects simple baking methods and common pantry items.
Christian petition rights spark protest in Turkey
Report notes concerns over perceived legal repression in Turkey where Christians face restrictions on presenting petitions to the government. Observers cite legal barriers and risk of punishment for religious advocacy.
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Turkey
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