Labor unions and strikes across cities and nations reported
The report details unions from New York cigarmakers to Detroit shop girls and European workers. It notes 20 000 idle women in New York City, 850 000 railroaders in the United States not unionized, and various labor actions in Canada and Australia. It references wage changes, strikes in Danbury and Maryland, and the broader scope of international union activity with tens of thousands of members involved.
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Crt
New Yons
Granasy
Tsere Sam
Rowe Detroit
Torosoto
Canada
New York City
Germany
Detroit
Uncion
Danbury
Conn
Iice of
Wales
New York
Salt Lake
Tar
Toroste
New South Wales
Iron Mountain
Baltimore
Obie
BION
New Jersey
Uni Wiskyanne Butehera
Chirag
Deta
Soversten
Elnimir
Aesaret
Boas
Must foolin to enjoy riles unsettled mortals
A terse Dallas News quip notes that some people find happiness only through constant foolish behavior, implying a cynical view of restless souls seeking amusement.
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Thera
Dallas News
Cure All Panacea and Misleading Remedies Highlighted
The page lists various dubious cures and tonics claiming medical benefits. It mentions blood purifiers, constipation relief, and catarrh cures with questionable efficacy. It notes large corn yields anticipated and hints at dubious medical advertising trends of the era.
Is Life Worth Living Wonders of a Soul Worth Living
Rev. Dr Talmage argues life’s value depends on how one lives not wealth or status. He contrasts worldly riches with moral purpose, urges self improvement, and envisions a life dedicated to God, service, and eternal hope beyond earthly bounds.
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Ford
Gra Darling
Duchess of Norther
London
Haydn
Minera Pant
Uscarawas Co
Ohio
Prence
Buffalo
The Male Seal and Its Family
A retired sea captain notes seals show strong paternal care while females flee at danger. He describes the male seal guarding colonies with courage and the highly sensitive sense of smell that alerts them to intruders from afar. The observation appears in the St. Louis Obed Democrat.
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St. Louis
obe-Democrat
The Bulldog and the Bicyelist
An early rising eyeler in town recounts a tense encounter with a bulldog as a wheelman fled, fearing injury. The account details a sudden street corner collision, a terrified dog, and the wheelman’s quick retreat.
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Wheelman
Ney
American Substitute for Cork in Botanical Report
An odd botanical note from Missouri discusses Leiteria Floridar, a paper lye substitute from American sources. The plant, found in swampy regions of Florida and Texas, is reportedly cultivated in Missouri and considered for widespread use.
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William Treiease
Florada
Texas
Porters Bankers Open Practical Banking Institute
A new business element named Porters Bankers opens under SL Curtis, former president of a business university, offering practical banking courses. Special stamps and notices will be mailed to selected addresses locally.
Water Supply for Cities and Global Plans
Civil engineer George Brifts of Hashampton criticizes expense as the main barrier to comprehensive city water systems. He cites Paris tunneling a Jura Mountains project at 69 million francs and cites Lake Thirlmere in Manchester plus Loch Katrine in Glasgow as European examples. The Washington Star notes monumental feats like the Vyrnwy artificial lake in Montgomeryshire, showing how cities pursue long term water security despite costs.
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Onalom
George BR Flits
Hashamton
Willard
Europe
Paris
Neufeliatel
Botton
Jura Mountains
Manchester
England
Thirmere
Glassow
Scotland
Loch Katrine
Liverpool
Montgomeryshire
Vyrnwy
Washington
Lyidecker
Washkington
How a Snail Breaths In a Curious Breath Process
A snail uses a mouth on the side of its foot to draw in air rather than lungs. Breathing is irregular as air is taken in and expelled when oxygen is used up. The peculiar mouth features a tongue with hundreds of fine teeth.
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St. Louis Republic
Squaw's Purchase On Sand Mountain Promises Hidden Wealth
An unknown Indian woman appeared on Sand Mountain near Island Creek Alabama and quietly bought options on all valuable land in a mountain locality. She claims untold wealth in the half-sides and says her people who once occupied the area shared the secret of where the riches lie. The mountains run along the Tennessee River with long rumored silver deposits, and the squaw vows to develop the treasure without delay.
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Sand Mountain
Island Creek
Ala
Thas
Indian Territory
Tennesse
Atlanta Constitution
Ancient six chambered pistol found near Callyden battlefield
A six chamber revolver with ivory stock and ornate scrollwork was uncovered in a railway eating near the battle site of Callyden. It is believed to have belonged to a Vroott officers group accompanying Clatine on a distant expedition.
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Callyden
Couriers Journal
Syrup of Figs Promotes Health and Comfort
Knowledge about the pure liquid laxative Syrup of Figs praises its pleasant taste and cleansing powers. It claims to soothe the kidneys liver and bowels without weakening them and to relieve colds headaches and fever while curing constipation. Sold by druggists in 50c and 1 bottles, manufactured only by the California Fig Syrup Co with its name on every package.
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Eale
Gista
California Fig Syrup Co
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DR Talmage
THE
Brooklyn Divine
Gnese
Solomon
Atom Rony
Otha Lyooy
Io Olen
Matterhorn
Seaworth
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Wall Street
Prima Donnis
Prinee
Wien
Tempest
Dent
Pinto
Seneca
Confucius
Relica
Aft
Jesus
Luxemburg
God
Donier
Pittsture Landing
Fortress Monroe
Christ
Cooper
Cmy
Santo
Frances Leere
France
Tees Nutter
Tome
Hebes
Cork
U. S. Gov
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Seb Wien
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Crockton
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