Land Officers Told to Enforce Residency Rules
Secretary Hitchcock orders land officers to enforce a strict eight months of actual residence within the fourteen month commutation period for homesteaders. Decisions from South Dakota Nebraska and Oklahoma uphold continuous residence as required. Rejected proof allows entrymen to later reestablish residence within five years. widespread compliance expected with Milwaukee extension. Echo items note a local shooting event and health ad promotes Kennedy's Laxative Honey and Tar as a cough remedy.
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Secretary of the Interior
Hitchcock
Washington
South Dakota
Nebraska
Oklahoma
General Land Office
Interior Department
Milwaukee Railroad
Evarts, &. C
Seattle
Wanh
Vinci Cod Liver Oil Promises Health for Children
Pendleton Drug Co. promotes Vinci as a cod liver oil medicine that repairs weak, thin children. The local druggist claims Vinci contains all curative elements of fresh cod livers without oil or bad taste. He guarantees results or a full refund if children do not become healthier and rosier.
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Mr McAllister
Mr. McAllister
Vinci
Pendleton Drug Co
Druggiata
A Star Out of Jacob and the Bar Cochba Legend
In Hadrian's era around A D 130 a Jew named Eimeon Bar-Cochela proclaimed himself messiah and led Jerusalem's revolt. He claimed divine origin, boasted temple rebuilding, and rose to power, with Roman forces reportedly numbering lists of 600,000 defenders. The figure is tied to coins bearing the star and a Hebrew legend. He became known to Roman historians as Bar-Cozeba, meaning son of Nile.
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Jacob
Palestine
Balush
Eimeon Bar-Cochela
Jerusalem
Temple
British Museum
Bar-Cocheba
Speedy Recovery and a Naval Invitation Mixup
Aboard an American ship in English waters Admiral Erben, in command, and Captain Alfred T. Mahan receive a dining invitation from a duke. Mahan declines for both, thinking the invitation was meant for him alone. The duke then extends a second invitation to both. Erben replies that he accepts for both and that Mahan is removed from the sick list.
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Erben
Alfred T. Mahan
Admiral Erben
United States Navy
Mahan
Duke of Blank
Alick Flet
Duke of Bionk
Mahon
Curious Hay Storage in Himalayan Winter Feeds Flocks
An English traveler in Kashmir describes a strange winter fodder storage method. Hay is hung among tree branches to survive heavy snows that can reach five to six yards deep. Sheep access the stored hay by the rocky terrain, supporting a shepherd’s winter sustenance in a high valley.
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Kashmir
Himalayas
Circumstance of a Beilgie Bailie and Modest Violation
A Becotech bailie recently climbed to the bench faced four criminal charges against a familiar prisoner. He spoke kindly offering half a crown, while the clerk noted the charge lacked proof. The magistrate then proposed a fine of eighteenpence, reflecting a lenient handling.
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John
Benignant Balllle
London Telegraph
Deliberate Plans Contrast With Sudden Change In Society Tales
A varied excerpt contrasts habits of Mars and Saturn with cloud reflected light, noting Saturn’s display lacks land and water. It includes snippets of social exchanges about a deliberate husband, a marriage proposal and playful banter about neighborly wives and quick decisions.
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Dare
Saturn
Mars
Not Anxious to Please in Neptune Versus Boreas
In a witty quip from Modern Society the speaker tells Neptune that continued gusts will make Boreas unpopular, while Boreas retorts that popularity is of no concern to him and brushes off the complaint with a boastful line.
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Neptune
Boreas
Alra
Sermon to Widowers and a cryptic baking powder note
A clergyman preached to widowers today reflecting consolation. A fragment mentions a text asking not to fear and hints at Cleveland's baking powder, with unclear quotation.
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Horrow
Bribery in presecret ballot election tale of Dundonald
An 18th or 19th century anecdote recalls Lord Dundonald losing Honiton when rivals paid voters five pounds each. He vowed to win without bribes, sent town criers promising ten pounds to earlier voters, won by a large majority, and refused further rewards, insisting his past gift was for not taking the opponent’s bribe.
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Dundonald
Honiton
Saga
Lord Dundonald
Pearron
Hooks His Plunder In Mexico Sneak Thief Tactics
A Mexican sneak thief operates a refined method to steal through ground floor windows. He uses a bamboo pole with a hooked end to draw items past iron bars when occupants are away. Clothing, bedclothes, mugs, and valuables are taken from rooms while people undress or are out of sight.
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Mexico
Duke of the Abrusat Plans Mount Ruwenser Ascent
Rome April 6 The Duke of the Abrusat nears final plans for a July ascent of Mount Ruwenser in Equatorial Africa. His route from Lake Victoria crosses Uganda under British protection, with 11 days expected. He will carry modern meteorological instruments and expects success barring heavy rains or mishaps.
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Rome
Ruwenser
Equatorial Africa
Douglas Freehfield
Ruwengzori
Adbert Nyunsa
Albert Edward Nyoanka
Binley
Alpine Club
Ruwensort
Intimations on Parliament Speech and a Victorian Row
In parliament a member hinted at intoxication with phrasing about inspiration sources. In Victoria Australia a libor member mocked a lawyer with a bar reference. The clash led to an angry exchange and both men apologized after withdrawing.
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Glasstone
Clarnell
Victoria
Aurora Borealis omen in old annals of battles
The text describes superstitious awe at the northern lights seen in 688 A D and how such omens were linked to looming disasters. It cites Clan Mac Noise lore of a purple aurora sighted before a dreadful battle of Leinster and Munster, reflecting fear and portent.
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Clan-Mac-Noise
Evangelistic Campaign Opens in Carnegie Hall New York
The summer evangelistic campaign for New York opens with a Carnegie Hall meeting featuring Rev. R A Torrey and Charlee M Alexander returning from abroad. Overflow crowds expected as demand for tickets is high and additional services will be held at neighboring churches. The program includes the 1010 values chorus led by Alexander, Park Eaters cornet quartet, and Prof. Rattaelli’s Italian accordion band. Other speakers include Rev. Dr H A Sitm von, Rev. Dr L Goodell, Rev. Dr Richard Hartley, Rev. Dr Donald Sage Mackay, and Rev. Dydame B Ely supervising the campaign.
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New York
Carnegie Hall
R.A. Torrey
Charlee M. Alexander
Alexander
Park Eaters
Cornet
Rattaelli
Hialan Archewon
Thefter
Wilton Merle Smith
Torrey
H. A. Sitim von
L. Goodell
Richard Hartley
Donald Sage Mackay
Dydame B. Ely
Universal Postal Congress Opens In Rome With Broad Representation
The Universal Postal Congress meets in Rome with delegates from all member nations. The United States sends Captain H M Brooks of the foreign mail division and Edward Rosewater of the Omaha Bee, a delegate at the 1897 congress in Washington. A likely topic is adoption of a universal postage stamp, opposed by Rosewater.
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Rome
Univeren
Uni- Veral Postal Union
United States
H. M. Brooks
Post Office Department
Edward Rosewater
Omnaha Bee
Filso
Washington
D. C
Rosewater
Unclear Quote About Luck and Parvenue Wealth
A fragmentary clip discusses pride in self reliance and the virtue of not dwelling on poverty. It contrasts people who recognize their luck with those who scorn wealth and social ascent. The snippet cites Stevenson and a Philadelphia Bulletin remark on marrying a parvenu for property.
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Stevenson
Sunday Baseball for Navy Faces No Ban
Washington April 6 Rear Admiral Evans to give his opinion on Provincetown Mass residents protest Sunday baseball by enlisted men as ships of the Allanite fleet prepare for summer exercises. Navy department rejects controversy and expects no change in policy though suggesting relocation of summer evolutions to a more welcoming site with fewer restrictions. Sunday baseball deemed a harmless diversion aiding service members’ contentment.
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Washington, D. C
Evans
Navy Department
Provincetown
Mass
Citikrens
Evan ‘Ll
Bommlintchie
Hive
Torae
Cattle Import Bill Faces Debate in Commons
London April 6 The bill to remove the embargo on Canadian cattle imports faces a second reading today in the house of commons. Supporters include several Canadian members and hope for passage in the lower house, though defeat is feared in the Lords.
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London
House of Commons
Howe of Lords
Washington appoints commissioner in Oregon boundary case
Oregon Boundary Dispute. Attorney General Atkinson names Col onel C Dalton of Seattle as Washingtons commissioner to take testimony in the U S supreme court boundary suit between Washington and Oregon along the Columbia river. Senator Piles filed an answer for Oregon yesterday, and the case stands at issue.
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Oregon
Washington
Atkinson
C. Dalton
Seattle
All Leading Grocers Sell Cleveland's Baking Powder
Cabinet photos offered at Burns Bros in the new Schmidt block, priced at 1.60 a dozen. Cleveland's Baking Powder advertised as a feature by leading grocers.
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Cleveland
Burns Bros
Innocence and a Culinary Dispute in Odd Dialogue
A clipped dialogue features Mrs. Nuwed blaming a cook for incompetence after a failed attempt at sweetbrands for tea. The exchange hints at domestic fault and raises questions about the household’s harmony in a quirky, fragmented excerpt from a local page. The garbled text mentions Cleveland's Baking Powder and a peculiar city image, suggesting ad-like insertions amid the narrative.
Early Risers Pills Promote Spring Cleanse
Advertisement notes indoor winter life causes a stifled system and urges spring readiness. It promotes Early Risers pills to cleanse the liver stomach and bowels and purify the blood, claiming relief from headache and sallow complexion. Sold by Tall & Co.
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Tall& Co
Investigation aid arrives for Northwestern Mutual Life inquiry
Milwaukee April 6 Miles M Dawnon New York actuary for the Armstrong insurance investigating committee arrived to assist the Wisconsin legislative committee examining Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company affairs Acting Governor Coon Washington has issued a proclamation declaring April 12 as Arbor Day.
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Milwaukee
Miles M. Dawnon
New York
Armstrong Insurance
Wisconsin Legislative Committee
Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company
Coon
Washington
Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound Promised For Female Blues
A distressed woman seeks relief from persistent nerves, despair, and physical symptoms. A doctor advises dyspepsia as the cause, and Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound is claimed to restore health and buoyancy, with a Louisville reader praising renewed energy after treatment.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Rosa Adams
12Th Street
Louisville
Roger Hanson
C.S.A
Lydia E Pinkham
Leah
Lydia EB
Pinkham
Mrs. Pinkham
Lynn
Mass
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Kennedy
Tallman & Fa
Ada
Charles
Mamma
Filegende Britter
Tie
Anheuser-Busch Brewing
Ass'n
St. Louis
U.S.A
Congress
Torrey and
Universal Postal Congress
Parveni
Philadelphia Bulletin
NAVY
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Kanan City
Picetemetory
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