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Congress Opens With Organization Rather Than Action
The new Congress begins with routine organization and no contest. The President’s message has not yet reached Congress, and critics say the session shows persistent legislative dawdling. The piece urges Republicans to show vigor and promptness to avoid public judgment that legislative delay is bipartisan.
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Parties and Prayer in the House Patronage Debate
A commentary criticizes the House Republican caucus for making the chaplaincy a partisan prize. The piece notes a radical Republican urged removing Chaplaincy from spoils, but the caucus kept the role tied to party advantage. It questions the faith placed in prayer under partisan control.
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W. H. Millburn
Free Bridges and the County Opinion Grows
A Pittsburg city toll bridge debate gains farmer support from north and south of the city. Proponents say county funding could offset higher taxes, with rural bridge costs shared by urban taxpayers and a path toward abolishing toll bridges.
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Pittsburg
Eastern farms and Henry George
A contemporary notes twenty seven Connecticut farms within four miles of a town offered for half land value with buildings. The claim is used to challenge Henry George theory arguing land value reflects sale price. The pieceSuggests abandonment stems from transportation issues, not land taxation.
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Irrigation Project Seen As Wealth Producer
The Philadelphia Times critiques Joseph Nimmo’s plan to irrigate arid Western lands with public funds. It argues that large scale experiments could reveal irrigation turning deserts into fertile territory, potentially enlarging national wealth, while noting objections to the approach.
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Reclamation Over Island Projects Compared to Arid Territory Growth
The article argues arid lands cannot boom on taxation for improvements and notes coyotes and Digger Indians as population, questioning funding for territorial reclamation. It contrasts national impact of reclaiming a vast territory with spending on an inconvenient harbor island, suggesting broader effects from land reclamation.
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Philadelphia
Growth of transit reforms in Allegheny and Pittsburg
The article celebrates rapid transit upgrades and new bridges improving travel between Allegheny and Pittsburg. It notes electric street cars, cable lines, and a rising push for pennyvenues and better intercity communication. It highlights Schenley Park and possible federal land use as urban improvements driven by public spirit.
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Manchester
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Lawrenceville
E. M. Bigelow
Congress
The Growth of Expenditures
The article notes Windom's estimates point to a rising government outlay over several years. It cites seventeen million dollars as a modest rise amid record high appropriations, roughly 100 million more than four years earlier, and warns against extravagance with public funds.
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United States
Civilization and Savagery in African Policy
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat argues that Central Africa cannot be civilized and should be gradually expelled or depopulated. It mocks peaceful mission work and even suggests supporting Arab slave traders, or a deadly program to rid Africa, before Christian occupation follows.
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Globe-Democrat
Grand jury urged to enforce safety duties in Pittsburg
The text calls for insurers to back safety inspections of premises and for owners to clear dangerous rubbish. It argues that vigilant policing of insured properties protects profits and reduces risk, and notes a new grand jury must show its superiority by heeding its duties.
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Ice man elected to Congress inspires comment from press
The iceman elected from New York is cited as a model for rewarding faithful service to customers. If he maintains his reputation for fairness in Congress, he could become as notable a figure in Parliament as he is among ice vendors.
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New York
Passenger rate cuts by B O to Washington spur rivalry
The Baltimore and Ohio rail line reduces passenger rates to Washington, offering further evidence that trunk line associations have not halted competition.
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Washington
Baltimore and Ohio
Maggie Fox Confession Revealed in Unfolding Case
Maggie Fox, who earlier confessed to practicing in a local matter, remains a central figure as investigators fill in gaps about the sequence of events. The report outlines the ongoing inquiry and expected updates from authorities.
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Conflicting Claims and Headlines in a Turbulent Era
The clumsy street observations allege involuntary confessions and outbreaks of illness while nosing into public figures. It cites influenza affecting the Czar and family, public riots in Mexico, and political jabs at Harrison, Congress, and Kansas farmers.
Local Constable Criticized Over Speak-Easy Allegations
A contending view questions the integrity of a constable who reported no speak easies in his district while being linked to the speak-easy trade. The piece also cautions about real estate and cotton duck factory consolidation and references a tragic Philadelphia tinder-box fire.
Notable Appointments and Notices From National Figures
James H. Bropkett of Rockford NL is named special agent to collect education statistics for the eleventh census. Secretary of the Treasury accepts Joseph A. Neill’s resignation as examiner of national banks in Pennsylvania, effective December. Dartmouth's Bremarsox granted leave to direct the American School at Athens. The Enterprise steamer heads to Antwerp to fetch ex-Minister Pendleton’s remains for burial in the U.S. A London Scotch society reports a treasure in a Robert Burns portrait by Sir Henry Raeburn. Captain Setembrini, Italian naval envoy, boasts a 12,000‑volume nautical library and Dailo’s former commander. President Charlotte Smith of the Women’s National Industrial League urges Congress to fund a Washington monument to Queen Isabella I of Spain, honoring Columbus’ ally and patroness.
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Rockford
United States
Secretary of the Treasury
Joseph A. Neill
Pennsylvania
R. B. Bremarnsox
Lawrences
Dartmouth College
Athens
United States Steamer Enterprise
Navy Department
Antwerp
Pendleton
London
Robert Burns
Sir Henry Reyburn
Edinburgh
Setembris
Washington
Setembrini
Charlotte Smith
Women's National Industrial League
Congress
Isabella I
Spain
Columbus
Miscellaneous Rail and coal region items from a 1890s paper
A collection of notices and brief items: a robin nesting near Parkersburg in November, a raccoon killed by a farmer in Belmont County, a hero saves a runaway carriage and is rewarded with a gold watch, miners in the Second Anthracite District report 444 registered with detailed nationality breakdown, a West Bridgewater man files a caveat on new post and railings, a ticket fraud anecdote about a skeleton ticket, and a Meadv ille girl who craves mate tea beads with caramel-like mastications.
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George Brisco
England
Energetic Spinster Builds Tiny Bell Church
A determined woman in a near Pittsburg suburb left her Presbyterian church and funded a new one by canvassing for donations. After finishing the building a bell was needed and she collected tin cans to have a foundry cast a bell. the bell produced an unimaginable tone and drew strong reactions from locals until it was silenced by a vandal.
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Pittsburg
Presbyterian Church
Church Ross
Thomas
Fair Play for All and Merit System Review
The Civil Service Commission report to the President praises the merit system over patronage, noting near doubling of applicants to about 20 000 with the same staff and seeking a 53 000 appropriation. It calls the system honest, democratic, and essential, while acknowledging imperfections and urging continued reforms.
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The Theory of the Scollaman
A critique of patronage in law aimed at distributing offices by political faith across Congressional districts. The piece argues this would revive patronage with added chaos and treats such division as a simplistic approach.
Bedford County Democrats clash over county chairmanship
A party split in Bedford County centers on the January election for county chairman. The reform wing accuses incumbent Reynolds and allies of mismanaging three years in office while supporters say the reform effort aims to place a county man in charge. Possible candidates include Kerr and Fletcher as factions contend over control.
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Kerr Rank Fletcher
St Kerr
Biluebeard Jr or Fatima and the Fairy dazzles at Bojom
At the Bojom The Ideal Extravagant, the Opera House hosted Biluebeard Jr or Fatima and the Fairy. Edwin Pay and Arthur Dann impressed as lead performers with Esther Williams and Miss Johnston in supporting roles. Elaborate costumes and tableaux by Albert Voegthri Fox heightened the spectacle for a large Pittsburg audience.
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Edwin Pay
O'afahdi Benavnt
Arthur Dann
Afufli
Esther Williams
Ayesha
Frank B. Blair
Mlndhbeard
Marilin
Fatima
Alice Johnston
Selmi
Albert
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Pittsburg
Later On at the Bijou Provokes Laughter Across Cast
The Bijou Theater hosts Later On a farce comedy praised for its humor and lively song and dance numbers. Hallen and Hart lead a strong ensemble, with Annie Lewis and Mollie delivering standout turns while the crowd laughed heartily at the English Yorkshire wit and lively antics.
Harry Williams Academy at Theater Features Varied Vaudeville
The Sheffar and Blakely Specialty Company opened last evening to a crowded house at the theater. The bill includes Lester Howard and Miss Emma Howard in new absurdities, Master Belzac with wire walking and musket drill, Miss Mabel Francis in recitations, Williams and Brennan in break-neck business, the Robinsons in songs and duets with high jumping, John W. Ransone the comedian, Mlle Catherine Nelson in a tableaux, the dialecticians the Sisters Curl in acrobatic feats, and a finale titled A Red Hot Stove plus Lester Howard's latest farce comedy.
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Mabel Francis
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John W. Ransone
M'lle Catharine Nelson
Sheffer and Blakely
Harris Theater Show Draws Big Crowds for Beacon Lights
Beacon Lights played at Harris Theater drew two large audiences yesterday. The competent company impressed in places though not as strong as prior performances. Kitty Lee as Julia Hadhey and Colonel Clay Calhoun faced mixed reception while Pacey Plank delivered notable vigor. Week’s business appears solid.
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World’s Museum hosts famed acts and curiosities crowd
The Ginger Snap Comedy Company and a curious collection attract large crowds at the World’s Museum. Wax figures depict trial suspects, side shows include a ring of freaks, a piano playing girl with her feet, a boy magician, flame acts, and other clever performers to entertain visitors.
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Harry Hartman
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Flame King
Kyo and Riley Engage Nye and Riley at Lafayette Hall
Tickets for Kyo and Riley’s entertainment at Lafayette Hall go on sale at Klebers music store. The show is set for Thursday evening under the Press Club auspices with the best seats selling out quickly.
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Will Carleton Lectures on The Science of Home at Old City Hall
Will Carleton will lecture tonight in Old City Hall on The Science of Home after delighting Beaver Falls audience yesterday. He will present his Farm Hallad scenes and word pictures, drawing a large crowd and opening with his characteristic rhetoric from humorous to pathetic.
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Satchel Reappears With Bonds And Books In New Hampshire
A Lost satchel found its way back to a Kingston New Hampshire family weeks after a woman in black handed it to a girl at the Haverhill depot. Inside were two eighty dollar US bonds and bank books totaling about one thousand dollars, plus other items. The owner Mrs Moran had left the satchel in July. The returning tale emerged when a NH neighbor visited a local lawyer with the story.
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Deaths of a Day Chronicle Notable Figures
Major John D. Rogers of Lextyoron Virginia dies after service with Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad. Reverend John J. Pomeroy and Reverend John Pomeroy die in Chambersburg. Newton Packard, longtime Greenville hotel proprietor, passes away aged ninety. Obituaries note Milliken and Weems among local names.
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John D. Rogers
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Greenville
Newton Packard
Packard Bouse
Flower Prices Spark Retailer Letter and Florist Debate
A retailer complains of a 52 percent price hike on flowers amid cloudy weather and strong demand. The letter accuses New York florists of controlling the market while home production struggles. Florists differ, with some optimistic that winter prices will ease yet others express resignation.
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Decline of Chrysanthemums in Society and Garden
A reflective piece notes chrysanthemums are popular yet likely fading from fashion. It mentions breeding efforts to render scentless varieties and compares blooms to other flowers like lilies and carnations. The essay muses on perfume memories and the pallor of death tied to tuberose fragrances.
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Fragrant Memories Inspire Floral Reveries and Odd Habits
A reflective piece on how roses and other blooms spark memories from weddings and youth. It recalls fragrant cues that revive past joys and warns of blooms triggering unusual impulses, including a count’s pose and a gum-chewing collector who decorates herself with flowers.
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Opening reception for Latent tae ESS scene marks debut
A select crowd is expected at the opening reception of Latent tae ESS scene. An Forbes atron Gernert Cee inten tall orcheat orchestra will attend. The hall will be tastefully decorated for the occasion by Murdoch.
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First Ball of the Season Opens at Pittsburg Club Theater
Social notes report Mrs John Walker hosting guests on Neyes avenue Allegheny after a New York trip. The Pittsburg Club Theater hosts the season’s first large ball tonight by Mr Joshua Rhodes and debutante Miss Amnio. Nearby events include Mother Goose Committee meeting for News Boys Home benefit and a 25th wedding anniversary reception at an Emsworth home. The P F Donahoe Club holds its second annual reception at Imperial Hall. The Woman's Club debates Is Marriage a Culture? and Carlofof to present Issette at Old City Hall. Women’s Exchange Committees met yesterday afternoon.
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Old City Hall
Gossip of Gotham Echoes Hamilton Case in Court
In the Recorder's court this morning an echo of the Hamilton case arose as Mrs. Anna Swinton Eva Hamilton's mother and Joshua Mann Eva Hamilton's lover were arraigned for conspiracy. The proceedings were continued to tomorrow as witnesses from other cities are summoned.
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Baby hippo born to Central Park trio’s Fatima
The Central Park hippos Murphy and Fatima welcomed a black eyed baby this morning. The calf weighs about 0 pounds, lighter than usual for a newborn hippo. Fatima will nurse for ten months and then wean, after which the family will dine on bran hay and other foods.
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Wisconsin Politician Doubts Col Brice Electability
The Hon Julius Dexter of Cincinnati tells hotel guests that Calvin and Brice may fail to win Senator Payne’s seat in Congress. He cites Brice’s residency and voting history as weak points and notes Springfield’s Thomas Dayton’s McMahon and Neal as viable rivals. Dexter predicts Brice will not have an easy victory and may not reach the goal on the first ballot.
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Elevated Railroad to England Schemes Parade Before Mayor
A Georgian youth claiming to have walked from Atlanta presented Mayor Grant with grand plans for an Atlantic crossing by elevated railroad. He offered no cash, said he would run for England’s Prime Minister on Saturday, and claimed the English government would adopt the project once he assumed office.
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Mystery of $10,000 Diamonds Returns to Mrs Crawford
Mrs James Crawford, a wealthy relative of the late Commodore Garrison, reported losing ten thousand dollars in diamonds from a back parlor. A servant and a seamstress were suspected after the theft, but the case remained unsolved until a messenger boy delivered a box this morning containing the jewelry, with no explanation. The police say friends may have been playfully involved.
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Not Fit to Bring Up Boys Case Heads to Trial
James and Smith tell Judge Lawrence in the Supreme Court why his wife is not fit to raise their two boys since she left a year ago. He claims she has lived with Francis Ei Harte, Bret Harte’s son, in Harlem. The case is referred for trial and the boys remain in Hostyn, Illinois schools pending proceedings. Mr Smith sues Mr Harte for alienation of affections.
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Bowery lodginghouse riot ends with bouncer stabbed
At the World lodginghouse in Bowery a fight between John Shay and Patrick O Day left bouncer John Cramer grievously wounded after attackers pinned him, then escaped with three Italians driving a stampede through sleeping rooms. About 150 men slept there last night under Cramer. He suffered serious back and chest injuries and may die.
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International Marine Conference Debates Permanent Tribunal Feasibility
Washington reports the International Marine Conference discussing whether to establish a permanent international marine tribunal. The committee concluded such a plan is not feasible and noted uncertainties about handling collisions at sea.
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Over the Ferry Song Fragment from Cortan Downing
A fragmentary verse from Cortan Downing of Teerne Coren Pennsylvania dated December 1 speaks of crossing life’s river. The piece evokes grim weather and peril yet urges readiness and steady resolve as waters flow toward eternity.
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Teerne Coren, Pa
Curious Condensations: oddities from Hartford and beyond
A collage of brief curiosities and anecdotes from early 20th century America. Notes on unusual births in Connecticut, fashion trends in Detroit windows, muskrat weather lore, and humorous vignettes from trains, New York apartments, animal rescues, and travel tales.
Smacking lips and suffrage chatter in mixed quotes
A garbled collage from periodical clippings quotes diverse topics from lip-smacking as a vulgar habit to debates on woman’s suffrage. It mentions a Damascus bind, a foundling asylum wall, a protest note about a singer, and a Columbus student overheard remark, with fragmented dialogue and newspaper snips reflecting era tone.
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