Life in the Danish West Indies
Mr H Ernand Behn discusses the Danish West Indies comprising Saint Thomas Saint Croix and Saint John Discoveries trace to 1493 volcanic origin and Virgin Islands location southeast of Porto Rico Population about 32000 four fifths colored Climate warm with steady easterly breeze Health conditions excellent Saint Thomas had 1800 population around 15000 with death rate about 20 per 1000 There are three hospitals and an insane asylum Life on the islands is enjoyable December to April season features balls and dances on shore and at ships Officials recommend Municipal Engineering Magazine as a vital resource for city officers with monthly issues at Indianapolis costing 2 dollars a year and rich in municipal information
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Danish West Indies
H. Ernand Behn
Saint Thomas
Saint Croix
Saint John
Columbus
Virgin Group
Porto Rico
Europe
Panama
South America
New York
Charlotte Amalia
America
Municipal Engineering Magazine
Indianapolis
Ind
Salt Lake Tribune
Cheap living and racial harmony in Sacrest Mines
The article describes affordable housing at S25 monthly with servants for S5 to S7, plentiful food, and abundant produce. Cattle, sheep, and pork arrive from Forto Rico, fish thrive around the islands, and fishing is a thriving industry. It praising the enslaved community’s loyalty and morality after abolition, noting cordial race relations between Black workers and former masters since 1848.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forto Rico
West Indies
Mr Wheeler is Cured by Pain Balm in 1898
A Northwood New York man named R Wheeler reports severe rheumatism in winter 1898 left him lame all over. After using Chamberlains Pain Balm from Allen and Stubenrauch he improved from the first application and worked steadily through the year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Wheeler
Northwood
N.Y
Allen & Stubenrauch
Speaking Appointments of Field Cornet Liebenberg in Holland Language
Field Cornet Liebenberg of South Africa will speak in several towns including Otley Bethel Galesburg Bethany Sully Peoria and Pella on scheduled dates in late February and March. He arrives in Pella on the 27th and will speak at the First Christian Reformed church with collections for the women and children of South Africa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cornet Liebenberg
South Africa
Pella
Otley
Bethel
Galesburg
Bethany
Sully
Peoria
Mm. Pella
Something That Will Do You Good Cough Remedy Ad
The Camiden South Carolina Messenger advertises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a top choice for coughs colds and croup. The editors note personal family use and recommend households keep it, especially with small children, and say Allen and Stubenrauch sell it.
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Camiden
S. C
Allen & Stubenrauch
Almanac praised as superb 1902 Astronomy and Meteorology work
The Rev. rl. R. Hicks Almanac is described as a splendid 200 page volume, striking in art and among the most complete and valuable references for astronomy and meteorology for 1902, with a first edition of one hundred thousand copies noted.
The Bible Bestseller Reaches Homes Across America
An advertising notice promises the Bible to flood American homes, claiming its value is proven by millions. Word and Works Publishing Co offers the book for 34 cents prepaid, urging readers to order by mail at 2201 Locust Street, St. Louis Mo, before year’s end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Word and Works Publishing Company
Locust Street
St. Louis
Churches in Danish West Indies Visible Ties to U S Faith
The Hartfrd Times notes that after accession of the three West Indian islands from Denmark, U S religious influence will grow. About 16,600 of the 30,000 residents on St. Thomas St. Croix and St. John identify with churches. Major groups include Moravian Dutch Reformed Methodist Catholic and Church of England with the latter overseen by a Jamaica based bishop.
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West India Islands
Denmark
United States
St. Thomas
St. Croix
St. John Islands
Church of
Ingland
Jamaica
The Best Housekeepers Use Maple City Soap
A brief reader note praises Maple City Self Washing Soap for delivering the best cleaning results. The ad appeals to homemakers seeking reliable laundry outcomes and emphasizes effectiveness in practical use around the home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maple City
Leniency over city marshal case sparks call for arrests
The writer criticizes the mayor for leniency toward those involved in a recent city marshal incident. They claim arrests were blocked, blame missteps on the mayor, and urge those responsible be jailed and fined to fund the city treasury. The piece notes difficulty obtaining assistance to detain offenders.
One Minute Cough Cure praised in Ohio letter
A Mansfield reader recounts using One Minute Cough Cure to relieve a child with croup overnight. The notice extols safety and immediate action for coughs and throat illnesses and cites reliability and pleasant taste. It also includes miscellaneous quips about fashion and a key swinging exercise for left-right balance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Reynolds
Mansfield
Cole & Langerak
Exchange roasts merchants sending printing outside
The Herald denounces local merchants who outsource printing to outside papers. It warns that those who seek cheap services elsewhere will lose editorials and favors. The piece defends reciprocity, pledging to boost its own patrons even at the expense of others.
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the Herald
Public Sale at Farm Near Dells and Galesburg
An auction at the seller’s farm twelve miles north of Dells and a half mile east of Galesburg on a Thursday in 1992 begins at 10 a.m. Readied stock includes 22 horses and 37 head of cattle plus 30 brood sows and barrows, farming implements, wagons, and harness. Names listed include Wu C. pe Bruyn and Marion Porter as auctioneer and clerk.
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Dells
Galesburg
Wien
C. Pe Bruyn
Marion Porter
Auct
Cuas
Porrrr
Pella Rumors and Hypocrisy Among Citizens
A fragment debating community morals in Pella, condemning gossip and secret societies among all ages. It questions double standards of Christians masking vice, contrasts church attendance with secular amusements, and warns against damning neighbors while enemies prospering.
Patchwork Streets or One Perfect Road Idea
The speaker questions ongoing patchwork street repairs and suggests concentrating funds to fix a single street first, arguing that ongoing piecemeal repairs waste money and fail to provide lasting improvement. A call for prioritizing a comprehensive, durable solution over scattered maintenance.
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Mr. Wheeler
Rl. R. Hicks
Surera
Cana
All-Alzeg
Standard Oil Co
Maryland
Des Moines
Vienna
H. Ruyper
Son
Isac Silverman
H. van Maren's
the Palace Restaurant
Restauant
D Johnson & Warner
OTT & Lowe
Ogers Bros
Rogers
Rogers Bros
Snakers
Sevenvarionan Sivan Coy
Surcersor
Meriden Britannia Company
Meriden
Conn
A. H. Weber
Qealist
Aurist
C. Hale
Diurdai
Pella Chronicle
Paris
Morse-Broughton Co
L’art de la Mode
East 19Th Street
L'Art de la Mode
Wardvance
A. J. Nossamar
People’s Savings Bank
G. P. van Marel,m P
Veenschoten
M. Kramer
Ella
Iowa
M.A. Sloan
South Side East Market Square
G. C. Farmer
Drs. Farmer
Oskalons
B. Ten Br
Vander Zyl Bross
Igwa
Tom
W. Cox
J. B. Findle
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