Elkins Named Secretary of War Amid Political Speculation
The nomination of Stephen B. Elkins as Secretary of War draws attention beyond foreign issues and internal disputes. Observers note his proven executive talent and suggest a political understanding with Blaine may influence future presidential prospects.
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Chile
New Orleans
War Office
Coure
Meriner
Navy
Elkins
Thut
Elliott F. Shepard
Jaine
Blaine
Harrison
Colonel Shepard
Senator Quay
Tare Disraren
Public urged to demand fair travel with merged Duquesne and Pittsburg Traction
The merged Duquesne and Pittsburg Traction line faces critique over consolidation optics and profit division. The public seeks comfort and city benefit, urging full car seating and fair taxes, plus clear notices of when cars are full.
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Duquesne
Pittsburg
The Grip Outbreak and Weather Theories
A historical discussion on the grip disease, its spread linked to variable weather patterns, and the debate among experts about origins and conditions that favor infection. It notes theories from France and Germany and cites past epidemics, urging caution as winter conditions shift.
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Pittsburg
Bokhara
Asia
Russia
Europe
America
France
M. Tissandier
Germany
Dr. Assmann
Cold Weather Powers Grip Fight Advises Health Care
The article notes open mild winters aid the grip but tempers optimism, stating cold weather could help, and urges care of health and adherence to doctors’ advice to fight or ward off the disease. It keeps a measured, practical tone consistent with period health guidance.
Reciprocity with British West Indies reshapes trade relations
The reciprocal treaty boosts US access to the West Indies, expanding sugar and coffee imports and reducing Canadian advantages. It promises benefits for American farmers and manufacturers while Canada may seek similar terms, potentially widening a commercial union with the United States.
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British West Indies
United States
West Indies
Canada
Kate Field Denounces Dress Reform Gowns In Chicago
The article reports Kate Field rebuking dress reform advocates in Chicago urging women to avoid reform gowns when appealing to Congress. It condemns strong-minded women who push for radical attire and warns such fashion could degrade women to a homely, subservient image in public life.
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Kate Field
Chicago
Congress
Washington
Liberia not paradise for freedmen finds harsh realities
The article reviews Te Disparce's report on black emigrants to Liberia, arguing that liberty and roots diet do not guarantee comfortable living. It notes few colonists prosper without outside help, natives adapt better, and many Americans sent to Liberia face greater hardships than Florida downsides.
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Liberia
Republic
Africa
America
Florida
Russia blocks foreign aid to starving amid famine
The article notes millions suffer hunger in Russia while the government shows effort but cannot meet needs. It highlights international aid offers, including Minnesota flour drives, and reports the Moscovezette’s denunciation of foreign relief accepted by Russia. The piece calls the stance shameful and government controlled.
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Minnesota
Russia
England
Washington
Rapid transit’s cost and streetcar deaths in Pittsburgh
The article argues rapid transit benefits Pittsburgh and Allegheny, noting twenty streetcar fatalities in the eleven months to December 1, a figure that, while high, shows a decline from the previous year as transit evolves from horse to cable and electric lines.
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Pittsburg
Allegheny
Streetcar expansion reduces deaths but warnings remain
The rise of the new streetcar system in Pittsburg and Allegheny shows a drop in deadliness despite higher operation miles. Coroner McDowell and officials push protections at crossings, with legislation for watchmen. Children suffer more than adults, suggesting parental awareness is crucial to safety as rapid transit grows.
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Pittsburg
Allegheny
Manchester
McDowell
Conneils
New York
Tacoma
Wash
Michigan
Scotland
Washington
Ohio
Rhode Island
Publicizing Crime Now Backfires On Thieves
A critical column condemns leniency for criminals and mocks the idea of criminals retiring to private asylums. Edward M. Field is portrayed as exploiting friends’ possessions, while calls emerge to curb criminal privileges and deter crime.
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Maxiacs
Norcross
Russell Sage
Edward M. Field
Ad Admiring Mrs Leslie-Wilde Sparks Jail Mention
Readable line describes a note about Mrs Leslie-Wilde once praised by a young admirer, noting a jail timing issue and hinting at past lecture platform appearances. The item carries a wry, nostalgic tone typical of local notices.
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Young Hope
Mills to Senate Seen as National Democratic Help
The Philadelphia Record argues Texas should send Roger Q Mills to the United States Senate, claiming his service would aid national democracy and ease the chamber. Russell Haines endorses the President's message in the Helena Journal as sufficent reward for any proud parent.
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Philadelphia Record
Texas
Roger Q. Mills
United States Senate
Mills
Senate
Russsell Hanersos
Helena
Paris fashions reveal new stovepipe hat style
The Paris fashion note says the refined world will wear a tall silk hat described as a stovepipe style cut down and set high on the head. A satirical line notes if it were squashed flat it would be acceptable. Twelve baseball clubs are predicted to overrun the sport, and magnates' plan should be endorsed.
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Paris
Paria
London
Thames
Villarica
Chile
Argentine Republic
Anti convention tickets loom as political feuds heat up
The piece notes Harrison, Morton, and Elkins opposing convention factions while party accord with Blaine remains in question. It cites a possible War Secretary appointment and questions the era’s rail efficiencies as new limited mail trains arrive in Pittsburg. Henry Irving shows continued faith in British drama amid cautious sentiment.
Em pire loyalty critics move from dollars to duty
In a regional reflection on loyalty and migration The Em pire strategy is challenged as scarce dollars push devotees away from their native land Nathan B. Gorr backs Harrison and notes Harrison anticipated Gorr becoming a Circuit Judge.
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Canada
West Indies
Nathan B. Gorr
Harrison
Philadelphia Ledger Hints Tariff Fight By Parties Next Year
The Philadelphia Ledger imagines a heated tariff clash between the two major parties next year and warns such revolutions beginning in Philadelphia could shock the nation.
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Philadelphia Ledger
Philadelphi
Fortunes and figures in a world of letters and politics
Secretary Foster's health improves and may be driven out next week. Poe praised as Callas of American literature by Epwis Arsonp. Archduke Ernst ill with influenza at Rainer Palace where Archduke Sigismund died. Princess of Sagan’s villa mirrors a Persian millionaire’s residence. Gladstone Morley in Biarritz. all well. Senator DanWees in distress. five citizens urge retirement. Hoar recalls being mistaken for a farmer by a divinity professor. Ennent AP Bannard writes ode to his cow. Maupassant resting. recovery hopes held. Deschanel to visit US to study social question with Cardinal Gibbons and others.
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Archduke Ernst
Rainer Palace
Archduke Sigismund
Sagan
Ms. and Mars
Gladstone
Morley
Biarritz
London
Danwees
Massachusets
Himelf
Hoar
Concord
Ennent AP Bannard
M. Hexxt DE Maupassant
M. Pavul Deschanel
Department
Eure-et-Loire
United States
Cardinal Gibbons
Henry George
America
Steubenville Presbytery Elects Moderator at Winter Meeting
The Steubenville Presbytery winter session at Mingo Junction adjourned with Key C. Y. Stewart of Steubenville elected Moderator and Rev. Dr. Wallace of Ulrichsville dismissed. Twenty six pastorates remain vacant, many longtime, but promising openings exist for new ministers this winter. The next meeting will be scheduled later.
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Steubenville
Mingo Junction
Key
C. Y. Stewart
Wallace
Ulrichsville
Tery
Elkins Nomination and Senate Actions Reported
Stephen B. Elkins, born Perry County Ohio 1841, nominated Secretary of War. Senate committee referrals and executive confirmations noted. Also covered are land and tariff rulings, pension disbursements, and House committee appointments amid ongoing Congress activities.
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WasHixcotTon
D. C
Stephen B. Elkins
Proctor
Perry County
Missouri
Missouri University
Seventy-seventh
Missouri Regiment
New Mexico
Territory
United States
Congress
Elkins
National Republican Committee
Chicago
J.G. Blaine
Eikins
West Virginia
New York
West Virginia Central Railroad Company
Beary G. Davis
Senate
Committee On Military Affairs
Gradually Waking Mayo White Sees Slow Improvement
Mayo White, the Ingham township girl who has slept about 160 days, shows slow recovery. Dr Brown can wake her in under 20 minutes now, after five hours initially. She has slept less and stayed awake longer, with weight loss and gradual gains expected.
London City Gives 23500 Guineas for Royal Wedding Gift
The corporation of the city of London voted 23500 guineas for a wedding present to Prince Albert Victor and Princess Victoria Mary. Rumors say the Prince of Wales hesitates to seek Parliament's grant for his son's support, amid calls for a public subscription or a royal fund, while radicals argue the tax burden is already heavy.
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Prince of Wales
London
Overture for Peace Moves Across Denominations
Delegates from Northern and Southern Presbyterians Methodists United Presbyterians and others meet to pursue a petition for international arbitration. A committee will seek cooperation of Christian denominations and the group plans a Chicago conference during the World's Fair. The petition will be printed in each country’s language.
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United States
General Assembly
Southern Presbyterian Church
Presbyterian
Virginia
North Carolina
Wisconsin
Georgia
Winois
Nebraska
South Carolina
Methodistic Church
United Presbyterian and Reformed Episcopal Churches
Chicago
Raleigh Hull Set for January Launch at Norfolk Yard
Navy yard in Nonrook Va announces Raleigh will be launched January 16 with Washington orders issued. Emots boring continues and shaft installation planned before launch. Richmond arrives with castings for Raleigh while Texas preparation and armor fitting in Simpson dry dock proceed. officials expect Secretary Tracy to attend.
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Nonrook
Navy Yard
Washington
Raleigh
Texas
Simpson Dry Dock
Department
Tracy
Navy
Hints to Congress on Bills and Adjournment
Editorials warn Congress to end delays as bills pile up and Christmas signals loom. Calls for early adjournment, notes political maneuvering, and cautions against a wrecking majority while urging progress for democracy.
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Srivan
Boston News
St Paul Globe
Lewis Post-Dispatch
House
Omaha World-Herald
Louis Globe-Democrat
Noted War Nurse Julia Griffin Dead at Niagara Falls
Julia Averell Griffin a renowned nurse of the Civil War era died at her Niagara Falls home. Born April 3 in Hudson she was captured at Winchester and paroled, later granted a pension by a 1898 Congress act. She held memberships in several G A R orders.
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Lockport
N.Y
Julia Averell Griffin
Niagara Falls
Miss Griffin
Hudson
Columbia County
Winchester
Congress
Cleveland
Grand jury clears blame after Main street fires
The grand jury report from Lowsville on the Main street fires that killed 12 people exonerates all involved. It recommends thicker walls, safe storage of fireworks in approved receptacles, mandatory fire drills in large gatherings, and gas company attendance to shut off gas at burning buildings.
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Lowsville
Grand Jury
Main Street
Thoughts on Christmas and holiday gifts across papers
A collage of 1900s newspaper quips and cartoons on Christmas customs. It cites differing editorials urging plain language about Christmas and contrasts giving with receiving through witty lines from Philadelphia Chicago Boston and Boston papers.
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Tris
Philadelphia Record
Chicago
Inter Ocean
Boston
Fierald
Howe Scale Co. builds silver plated Duchess of Marlboro bathroom scale
The Howe Scale Company of this place is constructing a scale for the Duchess of Marlboro for bathroom use. The usual nickel plated parts will be silver plated, making it one of the handsomest weighing machines ever built.
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Rettaxp
Howe Scale Company
Duchess of Marlboro
Why Mexico Wants Reciprocity in Trade Talks
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat notes a business revival in Mexico fueling eagerness for reciprocity with the United States. The piece argues improved trade terms could bolster cross-border commerce amid renewed economic activity.
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St. Louis Globe-Dem
Mexico
United States
Chicago Rain Turns Nuisance Into Harsh Street Scene
On a rainy day in Chicago the smoke nuisance becomes unbearable as air thickens and streets appear flooded and difficult to traverse, prompting concerns about urban conditions and public health.
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Chicago Times
Boston Snoring Senator Peffer Rumor Sparks Debate
A murky rumor about Senator Peffer, described as a vile calumny, circulates in Boston chatter. The claim alleges odd nightly behavior but lacks verifiable details or official confirmation, fueling partisan speculation without substantiated evidence.
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Boston News
Peffer
Ella Elkins Weds W. J. Fraser at Sixth United Presbyterian
Miss Ella May Elkins daughter of George W. Elkins of Pittsburgh married W. J. Fraser last night at the Sixth United Presbyterian Church in a lavish ceremony. The bride wore white satin with veil. bridesmaids carried pink roses. Rev. Uurry Peebles of Rochester officiated. A reception followed at the Elkins home and the couple will reside in Pittsburgh East End. The Elkins family and Widener connections are noted with local prominence and a Philadelphia folded alliance described.
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Ella May Elkins
George W. Hikins
Pittsburg
W. 3. Fraser
Sixth United Presbyterian Church
United Presbyterian
Misa Dunlevey
Miss Elkins
Uurry Peebles
Rochester
Elkine
Elkins
Mr. Elkins
William L. Elkins
Widener
Philadelphia
Pittsbine
Pennsylvania
Wifords
Wiliam L. Elkins
Keystone State
Curious Condensations From A Flood Of Global Facts
A kaleidoscope of curiosities reports London car horses and cabmen counts, Virginia tied in Paris, Missouri, English yeomanry costs, Colorado snow drifts, Washington canal irrigation, Swiss condensed milk imports, Australian art values, and London's fog. It belts out oddities on ships, whales, physics, poaching, and a Berlin printing of Colors and regiments with haunting soldier memorials.
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Paris
England
North Park
Colorado
Washington
Great Britain
Switzerland
Social Events Notice From Duquesne Club and Local Homes
Mrs A KE W Panter hosted a luncheon at the Duquesne Club yesterday. Mrs Wyte N STEVENsON gave a fancy work party yesterday afternoon. Mrs NeASH of Sharman avenue entertained last night for a newly married niece. Miss Kats Epwa Moter notes a Christmas Eve display of foods at 2 Penn avenue Ease End with a special sale of pies and cakes.
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A. KE. W. Panter
Duquesne Club
Wyte N. Stevenson
Neash
Sharman Avenue
Kats Epwa Moter
Penn Avenue
Ease End
Debate on Grant Grant remains memorial plan spreads across papers
Multiple editorials argue over relocating General Grant’s remains from New York to Washington and funding a monument. Some press want subscription drives or legal moves while family members plead against disturbing the resting place. Public sentiment backs honoring Grant, uneasy about exhumation.
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General Grant
New York
SenaTon Prows
National Citizens' Industrial Alliance Calls Convention
The alliance calls a general convention in St. Louis on February 20 with Kansas delegates elected by 20 assemblies. Delegates will choose three persons to represent the alliance at the Industrial Council. The organization lacks a state structure and urges assemblies to act locally. Britain's Foor Have & Hard Time reports on Russian hardships amid famine and disease.
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Pea
Citizens’ National Alliance
Industrial Council
Silent Snapshots of a Holiday Mirth Across The Ages
A collage of vintage quips and snippets on love memory fear and jokes about glasses ferries and nobility. It blends playful exchanges between characters and witty asides about Christmas Eve and anniversaries with a nod to science and royalty.
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Maverick National Bank of Boston
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William G. Daniels
George B. Parsons
Illinoia
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Frank Snyder
E. C. O' Brin
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Society For the Entertainment of the People
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Countess Northenk
Louise Charterris
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Mr. Cunningham
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John Pope Hennessey
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