Twelve Pages Debating For Position In Parliament
The English Parliament debates show sparring for wind and maneuvering for position. Liberals delay hands while Conservatives press to define policy. Gladstone calls for a new government reflecting popular will. The Irish party seeks Home Rule but may risk delaying success by chasing unattainable goals.
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Gladstone
Salisbury
Congress
Conservative
United Counsels
Ireland
Census Findings Debunk Negro Population Panic
A newspaper notes the 1900 census shows whites growing 26.7 percent while blacks rise 13.5 percent. It argues earlier counts misrepresented the South's race totals and warns that counting methods may still distort the true growth of both groups.
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Census Bureau
South
Mr. Porter
Half Dollars for Dollars in Chicago's World Fair plan
The Inter Ocean suggests selling five million World’s Fair souvenir half dollars for one dollar each to raise five million dollars for Chicago and its World’s Fair effort. The piece notes seignorage and a local, Chicago‑only sale, with playful comments on the coin’s future uses and value.
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Chicago
Inter-Orean
Davis
Chicago plan to fund fairs by per capita sale of currency
The proposal suggests taking four dollars from each inhabitant to fund a successful sale. It claims Chicago could redeem pledges for raising money for the Fair and set an example for future campaigns. A future attack on Congress might raise 2,500,000 in silver quarters for sale at one dollar each to yield larger profits.
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Chicago
Congress
Secretary Foster Speech Opposes State Bank Revival
The Philadelphia Record reports Secretary Foster favors the national bank system over reviving State bank issues and suggests a permanent base for circulation via extending 4 per cent bonds. It criticizes the Democratic platform for backing bank circulation without adequate security and advocates designating other securities like municipal or railroad bonds for circulation.
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Foster
Vermillion, O
Philadelphia Record
Treasury
State Bank
Congress
United States
Tammany Controls National Campaign Leadership Now
The Tammany Hill alliance dominates the party’s campaign structure as Lieutenant Governor Sheehan of New York takes the helm of the National Executive Committee. The shift marks a strong machine consciousness in national politics, drawing rebukes from Mugwump factions and signaling renewed party cohesion behind the Hill-Tammany line.
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Platt
Hill
Tammany
Democracy
Sheehan
New York
Hill- Tammany
Mugwump
Cleveland
National Committee
New York Times and Post
Sun
N. D. Sheehan
Tammany, Hill
Roads and Farmers in Paying for Road Improvement
The piece argues Tennessee’s $7,000,000 annual road loss justifies state aid for durable roads. It opposes patchwork taxation and suggests paying farmers by work quantity, rewarding stone hauled or gravel spread, to fund permanent improvements.
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Tennessee
Memphis
Knoxville
State Commissioner of Agriculture
Beaver
Pennsylvania
Farmers Win from Better Roads Calibrate Local Districts
Higher rates for work done this way than would secure the same work by regular hiring shift cost to the district. States set per mile sums for macadam and gravel roads, while districts devise methods locally. The agricultural loss from bad roads is substantial and improving them could raise each horse's earning power by $15 annually.
Mars Contended Water Areas Stirals Baconian Humor
The passage jokes that Martian water regions vary with seasons and whimsically suggests a Chinese colony uses Mars as a rice field. It also mocks overexcited talk of a warming trend and calls for restraint on thermometric enthusiasm.
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Mars
Gladstone's factions and election anxiety noted
The article compares Gladstone's fragile coalition with the stability of an elected American president serving four years. It also clarifies Chief Bigelow's sudden Pittsburgh return was unrelated to alligator arrivals at Highland Park.
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Gladstone
Chief Bigelow
Pittsburg
Highland Park
Cleveland Faces Harsh Party Criticism in Illinois
Cleveland is subjected to harsh remarks from Democratic leaders in Illinois who fear the presidential candidate on the stump could hurt the party's slim chances there. Republican marching clubs are to be organized by the 15th, prompting talk of a political shake up as winter approaches.
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Cleveland
Illinois
Scotland
England
India
Indi
Amoor
Herat
Alikhonoff
Cabul
Gladstone
Salisbury
Russia
Ensela
Atlantic City
Kentucky
Inator
Miss Flypp
Miss Trivvet
Michigan Legislature special session on apportionment
The Michigan Legislature holds a special session addressing apportionment with notable activity from both parties. Cleveland is noted for frequent letters, suggesting a busy schedule of communications.
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Michigan
Kaiser Wilhelm Returns to Germany Amid Earthquake
A note highlights Kaiser Wilhelm's return to Germany marked by an earthquake, urging reporters to emphasize the startling coincidence. The piece then contrasts the mass gathering of Knights Templar at Denver with all crusades combined, underscoring the extraordinary turnout if the two events were linked.
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Bismarck
Kaiser Wilhelm
Germany
Knights Templar
Denver
Global Powers Scramble For Pambasa Resort
Afghanistan, China, England and Russia all show sudden interest in the Pambasa summer resort and appear eager to secure exclusive possession. The push suggests rising strategic value and tensions among major powers over control of the area.
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Afghanistan
China
England
Russia
Pambasa
Weather, politics, and public life swirl in July chatter
The item surveys seasonal nuisances and public mood. It cites Eves Garza rumors, rail telegraphers jokes, brass bands, hot sun, dust, waterspouts, and a casual nod to Adlai Stevenson. It mentions hunting the Cooley gang, ministers, and Mars as a topic for suppositions amid circus canvas predictions.
Notable World Figures Gather and Local Plans Noted
Masters of Mex and Emperor William arrive at Potsdam amid Empress greetings. Dan Scuunz builds a Lake George cottage for summer living. Hayes sports a vegetable shirt in heat. Croker of Tammany frames New York's first steam fire engine. White sails for U S from London. Bowen expands Roseland Park in Woodstock. Fourth of July square set. Canadian Pacific trip for Prince of Wales via Chicago Fair expected. Congress adjourns 50 years in House for O Neill. Holman long-serving Tennessee Republican. Countess Romnop linked to a Russian diplomat as Dresden life continues.
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William
Pottsdam
Dan. Scuunz
Lake George
Hayes
Dick” Croker
New York
White
London
United States
Prince of Wales
Canada
Pacific Coast
Canadian Pacific Railroad
Chicago Fair
Congress
O'Neill
Pennsylvania
Holman
Aur TarLor
Tennessee
Notable Queen Victoria View on Gladstone and Home Rule
The Baltimore American notes a shift in monarchial sentiment as Victoria remains wary of Gladstone but angers over Home Rule policy. The piece frames the political tension around constitutional reform and imperial governance.
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Baltimore
Queen Victoria
Gladstone
A Look Around on Woodcock Shooting and Summer Sports
Wet weather disrupted woodcock, birds scattered across fields, with expectations of later abundance on hills and woods. Sporting goods firms report a banner year with huge sales of fishing gear, tackle, outdoor wear, bikes, and related equipment, driven by warm weather.
Unruly Sunday Band Sparks Complaint on Montour Way
A local reader denounces a band near Montour Way behind Tariff Clad and several churches for practicing loud pagan tunes like Boom De Ay on Sundays. The critic notes sickness is high and asks if police can curb the nuisance.
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Montour Way
Sixth Avenue
Young Men Republican Tariff Club Shaping Local Power
The Y M BR T G known as the Young Men's Republican Tariff Club functions like a local Tammany Hall. It lacks true membership but includes most active Republican politicians of the city and county. It batches candidacies for success and can mobilize wards to the polls, with Magee club ties and cross faction membership. American Club nearby complements its influence in Republican politics.
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Young Men's Republican Tariff Club
Tammany Hall
Magee Club
Americus Club
Adjutant General Greenland in town with Gen Wylie
The editor notes Adjutant General Greenland and General John A. Wylie visiting, praising Wylie as a fine soldier. The piece muses on Pittsburg’s reputation, urges Chamber of Commerce action, and discusses British Indian frontier issues and Russian intrigue, ending with a political aside as Congress adjourns and “the silver men” are in the bouillon.
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Greenland
John A. Wylie
Hastings
Bouillon
Waren
A VETEEAR'S GOLDEN WEDDING
Mr and Mrs Alexander Gray honored at a golden wedding surprise hosted by the Post 88 and Ladies Auxiliary at the post rooms on Sandusky street Allegheny. About a hundred members attended with music recitations and toasts while Mrs Gray received eye glasses and Mr Gray a cane. The couple born Feb 4 1916 and 1836 married at Peters Creek fifty years ago, with seven children and 17 grandchildren among attendees.
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Alex, Gray
Most
G. A. BR
Sandusky Street
Allegheny
Alexander Gray
Orchard Street
Mr. Gray
The
Post
James 8
Breware
M. J. Matings
Ise Ella Irwin
Maggie Stewart
Evans J. Paulin
McAfoos
Elizabeth Jones
Ladies’ Auxiliary
Gray
Samuel Score
Auxiliary Corps
Stewart
Jones
Beapeee
R. Jones
Eleanor McGowan
Peter's Creek
One Hundred and Twenty-third
Pennsylvania Volunteers
Robert
John A. Tray
Thomas McGraw
George Irwin
Congress man Cogswell III seriously ill at home
Congress man Cogswell, of Saturn Masa, relapsed at home after a period of weakness. He grew worse after a heavy round of visitors and doctors ordered absolute quiet and no visitors. He will remain at home for the summer to recover away from Congress and politics.
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Masa
Cogswell
R Re
Cagewell
Congress
A Little Bill and Atlantic City Leisure Tales
A York World writer recalls old fishing trips with Mr. Lewis and Mr. McFeely, notes the high laundry costs shaping summer fashion, and laments Atlantic City lodging chaos. The piece also mentions a forthcoming memorial window for Mr. Johnston in Washington and a Christ figures window with Mosaic tones.
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McCune
Washington, ’A
Christ
Social Gossip From Lakewood and Beyond
Social chatter notes Mrs Nerriz McKee Graham as a scattered family figure with daughter en route to England and son Leonard at Mr Eaton s ranch in the West. Mrs McKee plans an Eastern watering place departure amid regrets, with several families lingering in mountains and resorts along the Great Lakes region.
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Variah
Rosent McCieLtann
Fifth Avenue
Europe
Cuarntzs P. Walxer
Coltart Square
Oakland
Cafornia
Anp Mus
Grong Suzamam
Deaths of Joseph Leach and General James Denver
Obituary notices report the deaths of Joseph Leach 76 a Cape May leader long active in city affairs and church roles and General James W Denver 75 of Wilmington Del who died in Washington from uraemic poison. Leach left a large family including Col J Granville Leach and Alonzo L Leach. Denver's widow and son were at his bedside while his burial plans follow.
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Joseph &. Leach
Cape May
Mr. Leach
Massachusetts
Cape
Board of Chosen Freeholders
J. Granville Leach
James W. Denver
Wilmington
Washington
Denver
Prominent Winallonton Resident Harrison Shirls Dies
Harrison Shirls of Washington Fa long noted as a wealthy citizen and former proprietor of the old Charles pow died at his home Monday evening. He was 45 years old and had spent much of his life in Philadelphia.
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Harrison Shirls
Winallonton
Hare
Charles Pow
Philadelphia
Ida B. Lape Dies After Long City Visits
Miss Ida B. Lape passed away after extended visits in the city. She made many friends during her stays and will be missed by those who knew her in this community.
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Ida B. Lape
Notable Obituary Roundup from Early 20th Century News
Multiple dignitaries and public figures across the United States are reported dead from heart disease, illness, or old age. The list includes WinStaM Wires Grand Secretary of the Odd Fellows, 75. WILL H. FarmMas hotel manager, in Shepherdstown. Clara Margaret Gruber infant daughter of John H. Gruber. Jon S. Cantlin Philadelphia Fire Chief. H A Terry Russell & Irwin executive. Clare, prominent Cleet banker and father-in-law of Mayor Washborne. Mrs Mason mother of the Internal Revenue Commissioner. Josiah J. Davis longtime judge, aged about 70, in La Salle County. and other local notables mentioned with brief biographical notes.
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Winstam Wires
The
Odd Fellows of the United States
Clara Margaret Gruber
John H. Gruber
Jons B. Cantlin
Philadelphia Fire Department
H. A. Terry
Russell & Irwin Manufacturing Company
Rhea
Sienaeoe
Atlantic City
Terry
Joan Vaughe Clare
Cleet
Hibernian Bank
Washborne
Clarer
Chicco
Hempurn
Mason
Commissioner of Internal Revenue
Washington
Grafton
Josura J. Davis
la Loalles
Joan V. Moons
Heckpeas Cote Eee Che Arene Fe i Semedis Abi Sraoeg
Across the Continent Snowbound Mining Camp Adventure
In a snowbound mining trek the party endures avalanches and cold as they push barometric work and tunnel surveys high above snow fields. They cook outdoors, pack heavy loads to the mine mouth, and hear tales of ore finds from miners and a bold English syndicate representative.
Five men chosen for International Monetary Conference
President Harrison selects five seasoned experts to represent the United States at the International Monetary Conference. The varied political backgrounds and views on silver unite in support of American ideas, aiming to advance currency questions and educate public opinion. The commission is praised at home and abroad for expertise and national interest.
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Baltimore Sun
Bugalo Enquirer
Grean Armtcat
Harrison
New York Tribune
S&j
Laws Globe Democrat
Prestpost
United States
Eagle Tax International Commission
Indianapolis Journal
International Monetary Conference
Philadelphia Record
Curious Condensations from a Distant Era
A collection of odd facts on language, religion, geography, and science. Notable items include insights on lefthandedness, Quakers longevity, the UK’s religions count, Russian train speeds, and the origin of Ohio's name. The piece mixes trivia with errors and archaic spellings, reflecting a late 19th or early 20th century miscellany style.
Anxious mother searches for Miss Ethel at the beach
Conversation describes a mother panicking over Ethel's whereabouts at the sand and beach scene. Mald assures safety as Ethel sits on the sand in a Bundsy catching suit. The excerpt blends whimsical dialogue with fleeting lines about poets and college football men.
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Ethel
Byr
New York
Boston
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