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Newspaper
Pittston Gazette
Location
Pittston, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1900
Page
2
In a chaotic arena bout, Fitzsimmons edges Sharkey with a tight decision as the crowd gasps at heavy blows and a dramatic tumble. Referees and spectators debate the bout, while earlier rounds see decisive knockdowns and lingering injuries.
The article outlines a wardrobe shift toward low collars and white and black palettes with ascots, large pins, and straight apron fronts. It notes updated details for shirts, bow ties, and hats, including striped fabrics, new sleeve and pocket treatments, and conservative tones with subtle color enhancements.
A fragmented account describes an international exhibition with the United States favored on professional grounds, England and Portugal presenting notable acts, and Japan and China cited in a broader wartime context. Fire incidents, mining dangers, and sudden accidents underscore tense competition and peril during the event.
An American participant from Knees City delivered a brilliant display in epee and foil amid a large spectator crowd. Firemen from Kansas City faced managerial objections after traveling to Paris to present their skills, briefly threatening their chance at the International prize.
The article surveys traditional Chinese medicinal practices with references to herbs minerals and animal products. It notes beliefs in hydrophobic cures ear and stomach effects sedatives tremor relief and various tonics. It mentions turtle shell decoctions and other remedies, including bottled items and candles, as part of early medical commerce and regional use.
A flood of reductions reshapes Ladies TailorMade suits and skirts. Blue and black fabrics drop from 10 to 5 dollars. velvet, serge and white pique items see price cuts from high figures to under five dollars. Children’s hats and bonnets also discounted. lace curtains and peticoats feature further markdowns across colors and sizes.
A garbled sale notice lists various fabric items with distorted pricing and descriptors. It mentions yard prices for bedspreads, pillow casings, shirting, cotton crash, and linens with widespread typos and misreads, including reduced prices and old stock references. The legible items point to a general discount event on textiles and garments.
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