Twelve Pages Press On To Independence
Pittsburg coal industry leaders celebrate rate concessions achieved at yesterday's railroad officials meeting. The gains are underscored by faster orders for Pittsburg coal and a shipper from Hocking Valley predicting the city will gain about 150 000 tons annually. The piece urges miners to seek canal links to Erie to reduce dependence on railroads and calls for united action to start the canal project at once.
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Pittsburg
Hocking Valley
Erie
Return of Flags Sparks Mexican Sentiment Debate
The proposal to return flags captured from Mexico by U S forces in past wars stirs Mexican suspicion and nostalgia for defeats long ago. The piece argues sentimental reversals threaten gains in mutual goodwill, urging restraint to avoid reviving old wounds and promote a future peace.
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Mexico
United States
Texas
European War Talk and the Looming Specter of Conflict
The piece surveys renewed war scare rhetoric on the Russian frontiers with armies massed in Polish territory, Austria responding on its side, and Czar to Kaiser on assurances. It argues such fear-mongering persists to placate taxpayers for vast militaries, questions imperial motives, and notes uncertainty about Europe’s direction while turning to the United States as a potential observer.
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Poland
Austria
Hapsburg
Europe
Bulgaria
Russia
Germany
The
United States
Europe’s Path to Peace Through Trade and Aid
The speaker notes the United States can supply Europe with provisions and materials at good prices if powers choose to fight. If Europe rejects military empires and strides toward peace, Americans will offer strong sympathy and support.
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United States
Europe
Democrats Face Cleveland Choice in Tariff Debate
The piece argues that Democrats in Allegheny County back Cleveland as the lesser evil amid tariff disputes and anti silver coinage stances. It contends Cleveland’s integrity contrasts with machine politics and warns a 1888 style defeat if tariff policy resurfaces.
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Cleveland
Pennsylvania
Hill
White House
Allegheny County
Chilean Coalition Politics and Montt's Liberal Shift
The piece analyzes Chile’s political strife as factions demand more than government can grant. Montt resigns to form a Liberal ministry after Conservatives block progress, avoiding dictatorial control and placing responsibility on Congress. It argues party-organization governance may stabilize the government in the long run.
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Chile
Montt
Balmaceda
Anthony Trollope
Congress
Pittsburg Expenditure Per Capita Compared With European Cities
City expenditures per person in Pittsburg trail London Manchester Birmingham Vienna and Paris where Paris has higher local government functions. Except Paris, Pittsburg spends 20 to 45 percent more per capita than these European cities despite claims of improvements. The piece hints at political factors like Tammany and urges economic administration without strong denunciation.
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Pittsburg
London
Manchester
Birmingham
Vienna
Paris
Tammany
Murphy hearing exposed lax public money handling
The Murphy hearing reveals public funds used by the front office without bookkeeping in a Kitty fund style method. The passage condemns lax city and national governance and warns voters that without businesslike management they will face continued inefficiency and waste.
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Murphy
Allegheny
State finances and roads push highlight progress hopes
The State Treasurer lauds finances and seeks free education soon, urging state aid for road building and canals to Erie. He notes coal operators seek favorable rail rates, and argues that civilization needs good roads as much as education, with canal prospects and arbitration on maritime seizures shaping policy.
Independent Thought and Ventilation Reform in National Affairs
The piece argues for independent citizen thought beyond party lines as vital for national strength. It mentions Exrest architects to study Congress ventilation and laments that experts are scarce in critical national matters. It reflects on Western access to China, missionary disturbances, and distrust of the Standard Oil Trust’s legal maneuvers.
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Exrest
Congress
China
Celestial Empire
Disjointed Political Snippets and Proposals Across Era
A collage notes hostility toward Democratic delegates in Chicago amid council scandals while urging arbitration in the Bering Sea dispute. It cites a factory inspector's criticism of employer relations, marks a 102 year old woman with 89 descendants, mentions H M Stanley and the Kongo Free State, and urges timely Bland bill debate and vote.
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Watchorn
European powers maintain AxEmpires to preserve peace
The article notes radical powers keep AxEmpires for peace which masks constant war fears. It cites Russian maneuvers near Poland as possible war preparation and links anxiety to heavy, wasteful armament. The House debate over silver highlights hollow Bland counterarguments.
Proposal to exhibit Chicago Aldermen at the World’s Fair
A proposal suggests displaying Chicago’s corrupt aldermen at the World’s Fair to interest foreign visitors, though it would likely attract little attention from locals. The idea frames the officials as a potentially profitable exhibit rather than rare curiosities.
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Chicago
Weather Woes Spare Peach Crop From Damage
The article notes that despite many impeachments of the weather, the peach crop remains unharmed this season. No injury to the crop is reported, contrasting with frequent weather-related complaints.
Darlington lynching defendants found insane not guilty
In Darlington Wisconsin the jury ruled the mob defendants insane and not guilty by reason of temporary insanity. The article suggests that such insanity could be cured and prevented by fines and prison sentences.
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Darlington
Wis
Notable Figures and Political Echoes in 19th Century News
A collage of brief notes highlights Prince Bismarck recovering after an attack in Europe, General O. O. Howard to lecture in Mexico City, and economic reversals for Wape Hampton. Major Towxk lies near death in Illinois from lung abscess, while Frances Hopefoxs Burxerr vows an American free school for her son. Congressm an Tom L. Jonson, a wealthy Cleveland Democrat, supports Henry George. Elizabeth Strona, a Paris Salon artist from California, gains prominence. Laura Day of Kentucky eyed as a politial asset. Jerry Sempson’s tailor updates his look. Strixcer’s health improves, Allison of Iowa praised as a capable Senator, described as well fed and groomed.
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Prince Bismarck
O. O. Howard
Christian Association
Mexico
Wape Hampton
A. C. Towxk
Army of the Tennessee
Chicago
Freances Hopefoxs
Laura Day
Cassius Clay
Kentucky
Jerry Sempson
Statesman
Medicine Lodge
Strixcer
Mr. Allison
Iowa
Senate
Will of Rev Epaminondas J Pierce funds Lincoln Univ for African mission education
Philadelphia March 22 The will probated today of Rev Epaminondas J Pierce of Monmouth New Jersey leaves an estate of 200000 dollars to Lincoln University Oxford County Pa to educate colored young men for Africa If there are not enough colored youths to serve the ministry the fund may be used to educate and maintain white youths destined for Africa under American Foreign Mission direction The testator spent years in missionary work
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Philadelphia
Epaminondas J. Pierce
Monmouth
N. J
Lincoln University
Oxford
Chester County
Africa
Merican
Anton
Beatty
Boldini
Reagan
Avery
Walteen
Baltimore
Baiain
Youngstown
Paris
Department
United States
Roman Catholica
Baptists
Presbyterians
China
Taras
Fingal
Macbeth
Eusebius
John
Milan
Quick to Learn Wicked Ways in Honolulu Fraud Reports
A Honolulu report alleges gross election frauds amid a wave of rapid cultural adoption. The Sandwich Islander notes locals learn and imitate customs quickly, sometimes including questionable practices. The piece satirically contrasts civility with impropriety.
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Chicago Tribune
Honolulu
Turpie defends Woods and Mississippi River bill debate
Senator Turpie rising to a personal explanation disputes an Indianapolis judge Woods interview calling him a hypocrite. He says no social ties existed, only business relations in court chambers. The Mississippi River improvement bill passes amendments lowering total and annual appropriations, with allocations to river sections and the Columbia River projects. The cabinet spends the day on the Bering Sea issue and Lord Salisbury’s note on a modus vivendi, with possible conditions involving indemnities and pelagic sealing.
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Senator Turple
Judge Woods
Senate
Lord Salisbury
Walshinetox
D. C
Turpie
Indianapolis
Turple
Mr. Turpie
Supreme Court
Judge Wi
Federal
Woods
Supreme Court of the United States
Ace
Mississippi
Mississippi River
Linoia
Ohio
Allison
Morgan
Illinois
St. Paul
Minn
Call
Kyle
Perkins
Pugh
Cee
Secretary of War
Mississippi River Commission
Diviots River
Finols
Bering Sea
Mr. Wharton
Lord Salis
United States
Putting checks on sportsmen limits catches and seasons
Toronto bills seek fish and game protection. A tourist bass limit of 12 per day and speckled trout limits appear alongside a close season for fishing from September 15 to December 15 and deer hunting from October 15 to the latter half of December. The measures cap annual kills and set season lengths.
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Toronto
Ont
Bernhardt in Leah the Forsaken at the Alvin Theatre
Sara Bernhardt offered Leah the Forsaken in French to a select crowd amid delays and illness rumors. Her impassioned acting in acts II and III drew the strongest applause, with muted, controlled emotion praised as the evening’s highlight. Fedora to follow tonight, with Cleopatra planned for Saturday as seats sell well.
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Leah
Alvin Theater
Sara Bernhardt
M. Albert Darmont
Mme. Bernhardt
Pittabuzz
Minneapolis
Bernhardt
Acta Il
Rudolph
Hature
Nathan
Darmontas Nathen
Abraham
Practical Economics and the Co operation Experiments
A historical critique of cooperative moving parts. It cites Glasgow congress statistics from 1899 showing 1515 societies and over 1 million members, with $210 million in sales and substantial capital. The piece argues cooperation yields durable social and economic gains, urging broader adoption and education of the system.
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Glasgow
Co-operative Union
Venezuela Revolt Dominates South American News
Reactions across papers converge on Venezuela under Andueza. Editors note ongoing upheaval and discuss potential shifts in policy as factions call for quicker victory, conciliatory leadership, and broader regional involvement amid volatile Palacio administration. Strong interest centers on Peresa and prospects of change.
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Erevolutttor
South America
Boston
Venezuela
Guatemals
Chicago Mail
Chicago News
Andueza
Boston Globe
Palacio
Senor Peresa
Philadelphia Inquirer
Light Little Laughs and Short Quips From Page Gossip
A collage of humorous clippings and witticisms from newspapers including a child’s Sunday school joke about Cherry Bim and Sary Fimm, a remark on umbrellas and honesty, foreigner Paderewski praise, and a reporter’s quip about taxes. It also notes light verse lines about rosy skies and a witty exchange at a boarding house.
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Uncle George
Cherry Bim
Sary
Puck
Theatrical vanity, peculiars, and Pittsburg tales
A column of quirky anecdotes traces theater figures and social misreads. Pauline Hall and Mrs. Kendal visit a Pittsburg shop misreading placques and butter plates, while the Pennsylvania Railway Veterans form a club for local employees. A tale of a hurried kiss with a skirt train ends in a rushed train departure as Homer Moore contemplates a luncheon hour.
Curious Condensations Chronicle Odd Facts and Anecdotes
A collection of curious notes: New York saloon counts puzzle, a Blaine trapper's 100 pound beaver, cremation residuum details, mourning stamps, bees and honey irritants in lambs laurel regions, beard trends from Edward III to Charles II, ancient cat depictions in papyrus, Dusseldorf court sentences, Moschan noses from snuff, towering European trees, war superstitions in Germany, soldiers and funerals in street play beliefs, and Oregon beaver to coon skin ratios with rising bear hunts.
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New York
Blaine
Ned
United States
Australia
Edward III
Charles II
Charles
Europe
Criminal Court
Dusseldorf
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Fire Dispatch
Pittsburgh Postoffice
Smithfield
Diamond Streets
Diamond Street
New Dispatch
Fastfax
FREME
Dispatch
Hansen ‘Corel
of Ne ‘Dispatch
Ave de Opera
Parise
France
Paty Mreratrer
Canada
Standard Trust
City of
Wind
H. M. Stanley
Kongo Free State
Willem
William Ee
Columbia Elver Rapida
Dolph
Cascades
Columbia River
Yeas
Messrs
Berry
Elle, Pugh and
Vance
Mitchell
Ratus
Toane
Les and
Celilo Falls
Barry
Brett
Coke
Daniel
Peg
House
Cutoags
Dockery
Parrett
Indiana
Day
Ohio River Commission
Representative Butter
Committee On
Henry Essex
Navy Yard
Richard W. Meade
Navy Department
Kimberly
Liss
Ee Grest
Meade
Kiam P. McCann
S Cent
Minneapolis Tribune
Practical Economics
Venezuela's
Washington Star
Paderewski
Zecas
York Herald
Mr Worrree
Alvira
Pauline Hall
Miss Hall
Pauline
Acress
Madge Kendal
Glass
Mrs. Kendal
Kendal
Placque
Pennsylvania Railway
Robert Pitcairn
R. W. Turney
John Aldred
Thomas FE. Watt
J. KE. Russell
Edward Pitcairn
Mr. Watt
J. G. Stewart
Dugvene
Monongahela House
Runawr
Homer Moore
Moore
Storrey
Wilkinsburg Opera House
Stiffey
Edna Smith
Daisy Hutchinson
Lizzie Kennedy
Sun School
Wilkinsburg
Presbyterian Church
DeWitt Miller
Anderson
Axp Mas
Mr.Moore
Saens’ Opera
Oratorio Society
Jonyn W. Beatty
Ohio Canal
Lake Erie
Ohio River
England
Dia
Scotland
South Germany
Koven
de Roever
Amsterdam
Claudius Civillia
Christ
New York Museum
Ireland
Menin
Bukowina
Portland
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