Admiral Dewey Gains Public Admiration Across Nation
The press lauds Admiral Dewey as a capable, steady leader following his victory, with tributes from New York to Milwaukee praising his conduct, strategic sense, and potential as a national figure while noting the elevated rank and the public mood of pride in American forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George “Bewes
Washisston
Aniral
Dewey
Dewey Gimbel
Louis Hobe-Democrat
Ins
New Fork World
Milwaukee
New York Tribune
Admiral Dewey
Filipinos to be studied by American commission
The American Commission to study Philippine affairs is public, detailing its personnel including Schurman, Dewey, Otis, Denby and Worcester. It defines duties to advise on public order, taxation relief, and prosperity while respecting native customs, with allegiance required for appointment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philinpime Commission
Melinsey
Jacob G. Schurman
George Dewer
ES. Otis
Charles 3. den
State Department
Congress
United States
65 000 FOR REGULAR ARMY DECIDED BY PRESIDENT MCCKinley
President McKinley has fixed the regular army at 65 000 men and rejected a provisional 25 000 volunteer force. Deductions to reach 65 000 will occur immediately. The provisional generals roster includes Miles Merritt Brooke Otis Shafter. Gen Joe Wheeler is disappointed not to join the Philippines fighting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Cuba
Porto Rico
Philippines
Congress
Provisional Army
Nelson A. Miles
Wesley F. Merritt
Department of the East
John KR. Brooke
Elwell S. Otis
Department of the Philippines
William BR. Shatter
Department of California
Joe Wheeler
Notable Longevity and Notable Names From A Dusky Era
A survey of oblique and fragmentary notices mentions Tommaso Salini celebrating a January birthday, Wheeler lineage tied to Ella Wheeler Wilcox, and Abraham Cohen Labott claiming a Mason title in the United States. Also noted are elderly figures, a Paris Persia reference, and various health and pension details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tommaso Salini
Wheeler
Ella Wheeler Wilces
Madison
Wis
Abraham Cohen Labott
Galveston
United States
St. John’s Ston
Coun
New Hats Show Delicate Straw Styles For Spring Wear
The article previews small brimmed hats and slim toques in fresh straw, detailing a straight brim with rolled edges, tuck-straw bands, and pale rose accents in bright greens. It notes practical ideas for future season wear and prominent small, unobtrusive designs over flashy novelties. Also mentions novelty in cap bonnets, artificial flower branches, and new gauze-set ideas for summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Actise
Howe
Sithd
Weil
Ann Cuillewiige
Jook
Saul
Ho Muiker
Lal
The Longest Hair Tract Captures World Attention
A Mexican woman named Mercedes Lopez reportedly holds the world record for longest hair, totaling five feet on her head and four feet eight inches trailing to the ground. She hides her full body within her thick hair and cuts it often to sell long tresses to hair dealers each month. In 1807 Austria granted 5 578 patents, with most to foreigners and Germans leading among non Austro Hungarians.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mer
Catherine C. Quantrell
William Clark Quantrell
St. Joseph's Hospital
Sdngton
Canal Dover
Ohio
Arthur Gorton
England
Persia
David Nahaweller
New York
Bavaria
Mercedes Lopez
Austria
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Spring Health Cure
An early 20th century testimonial promotion claims Hood's Sarsaparilla clears blood and cures ailments from kidney and liver troubles to rheumatism and dyspepsia. The ad features residents from Pittsburg, Auburn, and Fall River praising relief, stronger appetites, and better sleep after using the remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hood
Pitesburg
Everrox
Main Street
Auburn
Het
Rosser
Fourth St
Fell River
Afass
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Yoraus
Senthel
Chicago
F World-Herald
Tobacco Trust
Maine
Reee Wittsburg Galegraph
Schley
Borg Telegraph
Slyzger McCop
Philadelphia Times
Senaator
Washington Post
Qelinerstely
Engan
Washington Library
Chauncey
Senate
Boston Globe
Tribune
Grostinis
Lylifth Congress
Toregoy
New York Herald
Wasn
Cincinnati
Podges
Sevier Forvier
Chipewa Falls
Badger
Montreal
Chippewa
Mme. Candelaria
San Antonio
Texas
Ajawo
Famnes Bowie
Davy Crockett
Aberdeen
Hartz Mountains
Caoes
Josephstocke
Li Sheei
Bill Watson
Illinois Central Yard
Thincs General Company
Resgpe
Samuel Peter Pamplin
Wraffeb
Bec
Davin
Munpey
Newark
GARE
Joago
New Vath
SLY 3
Andy AG Cise
PISA_BRAY
AJ. Tower
Boston
Gregory
Grazory
Wes Free
Jas. d. H. Gregory & Soo
Marblehead, Mass
John W.morris
Pension Beas
D.C
St Business
Bears
Castoria
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