Republican Senators Split Over End of Deadlock in Quay Case
Scranton report outlines two rival views among Republicans on electing a U.S. senator. One side lauds unwavering loyalty to the regular caucus nominee, while the other favors compromise to avert party rifts. The piece questions adjournment until after the Quay trial and hints at political maneuvering, with references to a telegram fraud claim and potential arrests.
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United States
Quay
Republican Party
Turbulent Nicaragua Revolutions Highlight Zelaya Rule
A Washington correspondent notes Nicaragua’s repeated revolts against President Zelaya since he seized power five years ago. The piece details how corruption and tyranny fuel imprisonments, fines, forced loans, and property seizures, with notable figures like Senor Totuso Martinas and Dr. Adam Cardenas facing exile or imprisonment amid Zelaya’s crackdown.
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Nicaragua
Wexun
Pebriniy
W. BE. Curtis
Washington
Chicago
Mr. Curtis
Zelaya
Mirtator
Totuso Martinas
Adam Cardenas
Cardenas
Martings
Tomaso Martinas
Mr. Mar. Hite
Dr. Cardenas
War Department, Congress At Fault In Army Readiness Debate
The article argues the war department failed to reorganize and expand the army before the Spain war crisis. It blames Congress for decades of neglect and partisan opposition, with Democratic leaders singled out, while stressing the need for prewar preparation and a decisive public verdict on accountability. It concludes by questioning Hon. B E Fines versus Hon. John Dalzell in supporting Pittsburgh insurgent legislators.
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Bheef Court of Inquiry
Ertigen
Spain
Congress
Democratic Party
Alger
Gabriel
Amelia Army
Alger Thad
Arma
Roosevelt Plan Seeks State Control of New York Police
The Roosevelt administration urges Albany to pass a state constabulary bill placing all New York city police under a governor appointed state board. The aim is to remove police from local tenure and civil service rules. Critics warn it undermines home rule and could spread if a future governor aligns with Tammany.
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Roosevelt
Tammany
New York City
Albany
New York
DHT
Postal Service
Ion
Hke Roos
New York State
Pennsylvania
Beranton
Harrisbure
Empire State
Ohie
State supervision of police debated and rail sleep car costs rise
The piece weighs state constabulary proposals versus political risk in Albany and notes Western railroad battles over sleeping car fares. It cites New York experiments with compressed air for streetcars and promises of better ventilation with air bottles under seats as cars evolve.
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New York
Gotham
Fragmented Opinion and Political Buzz in Early Press
The text surveys critique of General Lawton and various political figures, noting Bryan’s rising influence and Republican reactions. It mentions the Philippine question, Dreyfus rumors, Alger’s stance, and public appetite for powerful contracts, with references to Quay and press engagement in the era.
Brudder Johnsing and Slewfoon Exchange Talk Over Coat
A fragmented dialogue shows Brudder Johnsing and Brudder Slewfoon discussing a black coat and a planned division of goods. The exchange hints at a prior settlement and potential future actions as they consider mourning and duties.
Manly Virtue and Spiritual Duty Inspired by John Troland
The verse extols a manly life of duty and humility. It praises striving for virtue over personal gain, renouncing self, and serving others to align with divine plan. The piece credits John Troland in Springfield Renulttown as its source.
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Hiv
Grove
Heaven
John Troland
Springfield
Renulttown
Health conditions in Manila and Kipling lore mixed dispatches
A Manila health report counters tropic climate myths noting 76.8F average heat, heavy rainfall and fresh water supply with clean sewers though not first class. It mentions smallpox in filthy quarters, Kipling remarks on American views, and a Boston editor confrontation over Civil War era affidavits and rail expansion projections nationwide.
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Off. Williama
United States
Minin
Manin
Bethe
Shy Ho
Pasig
Manila
Constantio
Mil academy remains with few staff aside from three named officers
All except Colonels Alden and Byrne and Major Baker are erlvates of the Mil lary academy. The text indicates a list of personnel with three named high rank individuals and the rest being others.
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Alden and
Byrne
Major Baker
The
Millary Academy
By Way of Jest Hospital Nurse and Patient Exchange
In a London hospital a nurse serves the first meal of the day to patients. One patient, Dorothy, argues with Tim over fruit portions, playfully insisting on her preference while Tim gently corrects her.
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London
Liarethy
Vague overheard exchange hints at election bets and money
A fragmentary Washington Star passage shows a friend discussing Pim and VT with bets on the election. The speaker mentions willing to cover expenses if defeated and implies bets on the other candidate. The noisy text reflects informal dialogue about money and political outcomes.
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Washington Star
Fragmented Village Interactions in Detroit Journal Tale
A village mayor guides a city cousin through a hamlet as a barber shop query arises. A slender girl is confident she can perform music and singing, while a theater manager asks if she can learn new acts before returning for a job.
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Lie Theater
Detroit Journal
Fragmentary slur filled exchange cited in Cleveland paper
An overheard quarrel fragment quotes a judge or official taunting a defendant about insurgents and a mischaracterized killing. The text includes insults and a terse note of “Discharged.” with unclear context from the Cleveland Plain Dealer.
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Frise
Honer
Cleveland Plain
Rexford's Promotes Confidence in Purchases
Rexford's advertises money back on any purchase and boldly states worthy goods at right prices. A customer criticizes the shirt waist sets noting the assortment is so large it makes selection troublesome.
Finleys Foulard Silks 1899 Wash Silks Gallery
Finley s Foulard Silks offers a refined print and design range for 1899 with an improved assortment of wash silks. The catalog highlights black and blue grounds with white and heliotrope accents, Persian effects, and fast colors in Japanese wash silks and summer silks. Prices start at 45 cents with new waterproof and habutai options noted.
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Yorko
Saar St. &S. Viekelant
SeonAsTox
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Senor Martittae
Indy
Loine
Cardenis
Sennater Magee
BE. FL Dines
Pittsburg
John Dalzell
State Control of Police
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Yellow Journal
Wyoming
Spankke
Croker
William Jennings Bryan
Imark
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Manet
Conmiittes
Herile
China
Dreyfus
Sulciie
Mr. Bryan
Philippines
Matthew Stanley Quay
Soule
Rudyard Kipling
Tite
Telks
Tuilia
Bec
Lahore
Latr
Lennon
Hiinols
Lahore News
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Kip. Vne
America
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Kipling
Ant
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Sunfellshin
Mobile
Rollreied Dompnne
Alabama Fotviechuie Institute
Loum Gould
Martin Pyerent
Titchmne
Omel Fies Abe
Sears
Hlasp
Alalaimin Menhub College
Railway Age
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Midle
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Pacite
United
Will Allen White
Ihn Ampork Gagzette
Konella
Hhime
Poudielin
Livery
White
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Ehitmoe
Kiports
Bevery
Editon White
Bilitor White
Ube
Tim
Gazette
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Medical Department
A. Kk. Arnold
Eighth Cavalry
Rh. TP. Prank
Fret Artillery
A. TW. Carey
Army
M. Robert
Corps of
Enaineora
Wr. J. Guenther
Fourth Artillery
Conlon J. MM. Whilttemury
Odnee
A. F. Smith
Toalmienth Infantey
Ro M M. Hall
Fourth Infantry
J. M. Wilson
United Biutee Army
Womelow Merritt
A.C. M. Pennington
Second Artillery
Jake Porkow
Dorothy
Chiude Willowehl
Clendenning
Tile
Manila Police Court
Rexford
Spring Serges
W. J. Davis
Wyoming Ave
Scranton, Pa
Gunster & Forsyth
Penn Avenue
Wedgewood
Madras
Lewis, Reilly
Davies
Hotel
Jermyn
Ripans Tagule
Finley
Foulard Silks
Foulard
Lackawanna
Poote & Shear CO
Washington Ave
the Hunt
Builders Hardware
Lackawanna Avenue
Henry Belin, Jr, Venda
the Wyoung
Dupont
Totoly Vos Cops and
Espones Koonsch Connell Band
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Thos For
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Smita
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