Dull Senate House Day as Arbitration Treaty Discussed
Washington February 12 a dull session with the Senate open briefly then in executive and a House focus on post office appropriation and steel schedule. The debate touched the Clayton Thalwer treaty, cadet participation at inaugurations, and naval plans while ways and means advances steel tariff revisions.
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House
Washington
Nicaragua
Frye
Mattie
Senate
Mir. Pettigrew
South Dakota
Pierlin
Congress
Han
New York
Hill
Secretary of State
Sylvester Seavel
Culm
Thavann
United States
Kills Cats in the Pulpit Shock Sermon Display
In Cadillac Michigan on February 12 the Rev Woltaunt assisted by Dr R Miller staged a grotesque demonstration in a Methodist church using cats and tobacco to illustrate nicotine's effects. One cat died within minutes after nicotine doses. a second cat died soon after. The preacher promised further exhibitions including a drunkard’s stomach next Sunday.
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Cadillac
Mich
Wol
Taut
CR. Milter
Methodist Church
Leaustinin
Hug Ghewbhie
Oll
Kim
Br. Miller
Laufman
Emir of Nupe Overthrown in Niger Expedition
London reports Sir George Galidte of the Royal Niger Company says the emir of Nupe’s palace at Bida has fallen after their Jan 29 dispatches. Bida's bombardment was planned for Jan 6, with Lt Thomson of the Leicestershire Regiment reported killed. The capture likely ends Fulah power in the region and expands British Africa holdings.
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London
George Galidte
Royal Niger Company
Nupe
Bida
Drithkh Ofeer
Thomson
Leicestershire Regiment
Fulah
Great Britain
Africa
Niger Company
George Golde
Lord Scarborough
Fulah Ruler Threatened Slavery Massacre Stop Prompted Niger Company Aim
The Fulah emir warned that massacres of slaves would force him and his followers to retreat. Renewed raids near the Niger Company led to a punitive expedition with 600 troops, 26 officers, 20,000 foot soldiers, 2,000 cavalry, and a flotilla of stern-wheel steamers. The emir of Nupe is a leading ruler in the Sokoto Mohammedan empire.
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Fulah
Niger Company
Tida
Nupe Ia
Mohammedan
Sokota
Ambassadors and Cabinet Plans Highlight New York Figure
Canton report says Chauncey M. Depew is poised to become the next U S ambassador to Britain. The article notes an appointment for Mr Denew also appears decided and ready for confirmation in a few days.
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Canton
New York
Empire State
Chauncey M. Depew
United States
Court of St. Jams
Denew
Rail disruption and steel trade shift loom large in Dun Review
New York report notes a rail disruption near Carnegie steel and a forecast of heavy rail tonnage, with prices for wheels and billets rising due to ongoing demand. It cites a 750000 piece fabric purchase fueling price gains and signals broader activity in wool, cotton, and woolen goods amid easy money and rising failures in the past week.
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New York
R. G. Dun & Co
Wheely
Chicago
Wdouven
Maines
Speculation Inc Products
United States
Canada
Preacher in Rail Incident at Lincoln County Meeting
Itinerant evangelist Rev John Cogswell held a meeting in a schoolhouse near Om ton Lincoln County. He denounced literary societies dancing and card playing labeling attendees as devilish and called dancers hell cats. A mob carried him from bed strapped to a rail two miles punishing him. he was forced to leave the county within 24 hours and left in fear and injury.
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Wichita
Kan
John Cogswell
Omton
Lincoln County
Famine at Jubbulpoor in India Presses Relief Efforts
In Jubbulpoor Feb 12 a correspondent visits Bilaspur and Katol poorhouses finding overcrowding and inadequate medical care. Mass migration to Assam gardens shifts burden as 1300 millet and 400 miles widen famine impact. Government expected to support vast population for six months amid widespread hunger among 150000 residents. Hood's Sarsaparilla and Hood's Pills are cited by a resident.
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Jubbulpoor
Dadi
Bilaspur
Katol
Assam
India
Julbulpoor
Candidates for Governor Stir Up Party Strife
The Harrlebore Patriot lists current gubernatorial hopefuls including Hoyer, Stewart, Connell, Leisenring, Wiley, and Stone. It notes factional alignments with Quay and Hastie, hints at reform battles in second class cities, and suggests John Wanamacker may lead his faction.
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Ecoming Logan
Spearker Hoyer
Stewart
Roger
William A Stone
Allegheny
W. Stone
Warren
Oleck William Connell
Serninton
John Leisenring
Hugenne
John AoWiley
Pratiilin
Commonwealth
Connell
Leisenring
William Connell
Clovernor Hastie
Quay
Squary
John A. Wiley
Terunisiin
Tron
Troa
Allegheny County
Lutth
General Wiley
W. A. Stone
John Wanamacker
Oldest Postmaster Serves Since 1845 in Strode’s Mills
The oldest continuous postmaster in the United States is Joseph Strode of Strode’s Mills in Mimm county central Pennsylvania. He has held the position since 1845, now in his eighty first year, with his picture exhibited at the Washington World’s Fair. His village, small and self-contained, sits amid farms and mines, and the Strode family history spans generations.
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United States
Ives
Pennisylvania
Natic
Joseph Strode
Strode's Mills
MiiNin County
Cresson
Post Office Department
Washington
Strode's
Sitte
Armor Strode
Mairtin van Buren
IMM
Cave Johnson
Polk
Annutt A. Strode
Pension Shark Punished
Pittsburg February 12 James D Den worth appeared before Judge Buttington in U S district court and was sentenced to pay one dollar and costs and undergo three months in county jail. He was convicted for extorting pension fees from a widow in Williamsport.
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Pittsburg
James D. Denworth
Jude Buttington
United States District Court
Lye. Ing
Ile
Willicmaport
Williamsport
Thurlow Institute cures neuralgia and diseases with homeopathic medicines
Promotes Thurlow Institute homeopathic cure for neuralgia and various ailments. Claims official German research proves demonic uses of homoeopathy prolongs life. Advertises free examination and postal doctor service from Scranton addresses with low medicine costs and at home visits.
Markets and Stock Quotations From Scranton Trade Pages
Scranton Board of Trade exchange quotations list par values for stocks and bonds. Readouts include names such as Scranton Lace Curtain Co, Lackawanna Iron & Steel Co, Third National Bank, Scranton Savings Bank, City of Scranton St. Imp, Mt. Vernon Coal Co, and others with bid and asked figures or mortgage notes. Data reflects local securities including rail lines, street railway, and manufacturing firms with several items carrying 6 percent or 5 percent stakes and mortgage notes due.
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Btocks
Scranton & Pittston Trac
Scranton Lace Curtain Co
National Boring & Drill'g Co
First National Hanks
Scranton
Jor & Stopper Co
Elmhurst Boulevard Co
Scranton Savings Bank
Bonta Plate Glass Co
Cheek Eee
Btranton Packing Co
Wieseeer Wee Vo Lackawanna Iron & Steel Co
Third National Bank
Throop Novelty M's Km. Co
Wee St
Borasiton Traction Co
Bouranton Axle Works
Ao Weston MI Co
Scranton Beddinge Co
Dime
Ates
Eees
People’s Street Railway
Scranton & Pittston Trac. Co
People's Street Railway
Dickson Manufacturing Co
Lacka
Township School
City of Scranton St. Imp
Mt. Vernon Coal Co
Welieve
Wee Ho
Scranton Axle Works No
Seranton Travtlon Co
Stein, H. & P.co
Provisions steady as todetite robs trade in Philadelphia
The report notes provisions held steady in Philadelphia trading, with todetite affecting prices. Beef, pork, and lard markets show varied brand names and aging, including cured and smoked varieties. Prices cited include about 18 to 110 units for different cuts, with average and country goods listed among deliveries and tubs.
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Philadelphia
Thoroes
Buffalo Cattle and Hogs Market Reports Feb 12
Buffalo market notes show cattle mostly unchanged with veal options $4.00 to $8.25 per unit and hogs steady with Packers and Yorkers trading around $2.25 to $4.75. Sheep and lambs rise for lambs while general sheep stay strong. prime lambs quoted near $5.60 to $6.50, other grades mixed with cull and good to fair ranges.
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Buffalo
Cattle Prices and Receipts Reported in Chicago Market
Chicago cattle market reports show firm to strong demand with 28 000 head receipts. Prices listed include common to extra steers at 2554 dollars, feeders around 2.50, cows and bulls near 206 to 206.50, Texans about 2100 to 400, and mixed lots varying in quality. Sheep receipts also indicate strong activity with inferior to choice offerings noted.
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Chicago
Heredity and injustice color a family tale
A fragmented reflection on inherited illness and wealth, mentioning gout and a misfortune linked to great grandfather McLainburgh Wilson. The speech hints at longing for a man’s wine and a life remembered through kinship.
Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup Promoted Worldwide
An advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup as trusted for teething for over fifty years, claiming it soothes pain, relieves wind colic, and cures diarrhea. Sold by druggists worldwide, offered at twenty five cents a bottle. Be sure to call for Mrs Winslow's and take no other kind.
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Mrs. Winslow
Castoria Fac Consignments In Community Auction?
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Castoria and a local sale or auction. The readable bits reference a dedication and a possible widow or community event. Details are too incomplete to determine exact date, organizers, or items for bidding.
Tribune Publishing Co Linotype Services Highlight
Frank FF Prow n and O Whole advertise from Williams Building opposite post office as agents for Rex Fire Extinguisher. Thomas Aubrey expert accountant and auditor offers services at The Tribune Publishing Co premises on North Washington Avenue with fast linotype composition and reliable facilities in the region.
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Frank FF Prown. &O
West Lackawanna
Thomas Aubrey
Williams
Rex
Tribune Publishing CO
North
Washington Avenue
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New Orleans
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Warrisburg
Joseph Strode Eins
Piltshirg
Thurlow Institute
Germany
Thurlow
Sarah Molin
Washburn Street
Mulberry Street
Mir
the Blow Medical Institute
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Castoria
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Wallace
Gumfurt
Durabbany
Connolly & Wallace
Court House
the Tribune
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Jonh Wedderburn & CO
Dept
Patent Attorneyea
Washington, D. C
Prelle
Clifton Soap and Manufacturing Co
Cincinnati
Sollclt
Hackett
North End
Bargdlas
IL Penn Avenue
North Park
Green Ridge
Crooma
Tallie Morgan
L. Hawley
Wyoming Avenue
Renee Pamplist
O'Connor & CO
Boast & UO
UY Pine St
M. Hetsel
Lacksawanna Avenue
B. Briggs
A. Briggs
Main Avenue
Erckes
Adams and
Muleberry
Tribune Ofice
Stuation
Wood
Mtuation
Prospect Avenue
Qiu Aston
Dress
E. W
Sadie Place
Tribune Office
Thompson
Williamsport Commercial College
Mifflin Avenue
Why
Forest Court
Tribone
Short Avenue
Park Place
Teri
Tribune
Alia
Stos
SAM Keller &Co
Bankers and Brokers
Broadway
Physicians and Surgeons
Martha S. Everitt
Washington Ave
Mary A. Shepherd
Adama Avenue
A. Trapold
Bpruce Street
Beranton
Cefico
Cumegys
Ofvich
W., B. Allen
DR. Anna Law
Wyoming Ave
Gella
Mears
W. Lamerebauk
Roos
Joan C. Price
W. G. Rook
Linden Street
Jessup & Jessup
Commonwealth Building
W. HH
ESSUP
Jessup
Jn Patterson
WLCOX
TRADERS _National Bank
Alfred Hand
Wiliam A. Hand
Coates Commonwealth Building
Frank T. Okeli
Coal Exchange
James Ww. Oakford,d
Trooms
Bamuel Ww. Dgar
L. A. Watres
Lackawanna Ave
Urie Townsend
Dime Bank
Cc RR
Scranton, ‘al
Cc Comegys
Spruce Street
D. B. Replogle
Meara Buildings
B. F. Killam
Barring & Msweeney
Interstate Secret Servic Agency
Edward FH. Davis
EB Ll
Walter
Lewis Hancock
JIR
Spruce St. Cor
Wash
BROWN
ANT “Morris
Price
Ee T. S. Lackey & Son
Traders' National Bank
G. F. Kellow
W. Lacka
DR. FP
L. Mgraw
H. F. Reynolds
P.O
Harrison
Main Ave
OC. C. Laubach
R. M. Stratton
C. Bnover
Lacka, Ave
M. &, Davis
480
Lackawanna Scranton
Thomas M. Cann
Walter H. Ruele
Lees
G. R. Clare & CO
Green House
North Main Avenue
Jos. Kurttel
ELK Cafe
Franklin Avenue
BR Zrigler
Scranton House
Puktenger Depot
Victor Koch
Baver
BR. J. Bauer
Hulbert
Mecgargee Brothers
Cee
Watkins
Monroe Ae
Adies
AL. A. Sterbins
Lawrence, Mich
Vail Art CO
Vail
Huntiers
Calary Hand Commission
Racine
ST. Patrick's Day
Lnc
Gallatin C
Fork
Glen Brothers
Rochester
N.Y
C. Hilbert
Thotiaand
Nichols
Naverville
Moan
Mit Higan Mfg Co
Genta
Wekly
Consolidated Mpeg CO
van Iuren
Trent
Butleck
Dunmore
Ad. Reas
Posses Ion April
Wagner
Gaylok
Lalaysville
Bath
Jefferson Avenue
Collins & Gackett
Lackawanna Avenue
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