Presbyterian Assembly at Winona Park Indiana
The 109th general assembly of the Presbyterian church will meet May 1 at Winona Park near Warsaw Indiana. An estimated 600 commissioners and 6,000 ministers and lay members from across the United States and missions will attend. Highlights include a possible first lay moderator and debates on a New York mission building sale, Indiana mission plan adoption, church trustee status, and youth engagement. The park hosts extensive facilities and plans for multiple affiliated events through December.
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Presbyterian Church
Winona Park
Bugle Lake
Warsaw
Ind
Times-Herald
United States
Inymuah
Erator
Harrison
John Wanamaker
Philadelphia
Henry C. Minton
San Annselmo
Cal
Sheldon Jackon
Jackson
Alaska
Lapland
New
Loat
Indiana
Lillnola
Ohio
New York
Ito
Presbyterians of the
Winona
Bagle Lake
Koschunko Ecounty
Pen In Washington: Charles Francis Hearts a Cause
Washington letter from the Thurfalo News praises Charles 4. Francis junior proprietor of the Troy Times. He visited President McKinley this week and is described as intensely devoted to any chosen idea or project since the Republican State convention in Saratoga last September.
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Guy
Frank
Mack
Charles
Francie
Frank Black
New York
Low Payn
Charles 8
Francis
The
Troy Times
Lou Payn
Francia
Payn
Black
New York State
Mr. Froneis
Trott
Erick Wade
McKinley
White House
Washington
Thurfalo News
Charles 4. Francis
Troy
Saratoga
Francis’ Hob
Oyster and sponge breeding to begin at Provinestown site
A company formed by state capitalists plans to raise oysters sponges and lobsters on a large land tract at Fast Harbor in Provinestown. William Hatch leads the project with an electrical hatchery powering a marine breeding operation expected to hire 100 workers before autumn with expansion planned in 1808.
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William Hatch
Magtehman
Flags on Governors Island Tug and Warship Jacks
The article notes ceremonial flags on military vessels and the use of the blue jack flag with two white stars on Governors Island. It explains that the jack signals a ship is in order and ready for salutes, while the wash is kept down during such occasions.
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Governor's Island
United States
Secretary of the Navy
Department of the East
Ftaig
Wash and salute sequence described in The Sun
A fragment notes a ceremonial wash being hauled down, a jack raised, and a salute fired, followed by the jack lowering and the wash lifting again in a naval or ceremonial display.
Invention Aims to Let the Deaf Hear Again
William Skinner of St Louis announces an electrical ear drum to aid deafness. The device uses an electrode contact plate and delicate receiver, resembles a refined telephone principle, and is worn in the ear to function unseen.
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William &. Skinner
St. Louie
London Jubilee Fervor and Vatican Toasts Emerge
Special London correspondent notes jubilee anticipation for Procession Day as crowds press for royal visibility. Papal relations with Queen Victoria are described, with Leo XIII sending yearly letters and autographs. John Ty Watkins, Boranton town singer, earns praise for The Lord Is a Man of War and imminent roles in Rebekah and St Pauls Jubilee events.
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John Ty Watkins
Royal Academy of Music
St. James’ Church
Watkins
Mr. Watkins
Barnby
Rebekah
Hiramley
Mir. Walling
Joe Hiloe
St. Paul's Cathedral
Boranton
baxse-Naritone
James A Herno to Speak at St Pauls Church May Night
Chistes Henry A Herno renowned actor and philanthropist, famed for Hearts of Oak and Shore Acres, will appear at St Pauls church on the night of Sunday May 1V. The 60 year old performer, with a career spanning two generations, has played at Troy New York Flashing Street Baltimore Ford's Washington and many others. He is noted for his varied characters and his own feelings shaping roles. He is a Darwinian and Henry George adherent, though he will not address these topics at the church.
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Rome
Queen Victoria
Asaid
Brussels
Holy Father
Leo Xtit
Chistes
James A. Herno
Av J
Chiyreh
Pautl
Shore Acres
Ben Curly
Bere
Troy
Patel
America
Canada
bin Sykes
Nathaniel Ferry
Margaret Fleming
Darwin
Henry George Ae
Horne
St. Pauls Church
Hearing Device Wire Reaches Pocket Battery For Private Conversation
The article describes a tiny ear inserted device with a nearly invisible wire to a battery carried in a pocket. The inventor claims the wearer can hear ordinary conversations within a reasonable distance.
Prominent Official Recounts Long Distance Doctor Call
A high ranking official described daily telephone consultations with his New York doctor. Each afternoon at 2 pm the doctor calls in to discuss his patient’s condition, with prescriptions relayed through the druggist, highlighting a remarkable long distance arrangement.
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New York
Moe Oe
Sailor Quip Captures Seafaring Wit in 19th Century Exchange
Washington Cor and New York Tribune note Admiral Jouett praising a seaworthy retort from a sailor who explains that sailors do as they like until ordered otherwise, then quickly comply. The anecdote reflects harbor vernacular and the era’s light naval humor.
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Jouett
Royal Duchess Mediation on Crown and Bonnet Debate
A Royal Duchess offers a measured view on the crown versus bonnet discussion. She notes the sovereign may not wear a real crown for a Jubilee procession due to the open carriage and comfort, suggesting a small crown on a bonnet could distinguish her without causing discomfort.
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Weatminster Abbey
Impressive effect from carrying symbolic regalia
Fragment discusses the potential impact of letting the sword of grate the cup of maintenance and the crown be carried immediately. It hints at ceremonial or symbolic power influencing proceedings or perception.
Starch Recipe for Two Dresses from Old Guide
To make one gallon of starch for two dresses mix one cup flour with one pint cold water. Add three and a half quarts boiling water and strain through cheesecloth. Divide the mixture, placing half in a tub with four gallons warm water. Soak one dress, rub fabric as if using soup, rinse with two clear waters, and hang to dry until stiffness resembles new. Sprinkle about an hour before ironing.
A Wife's Complaint on Courtship and Honeymoon Strife
Mildred Morkt reports a rural quarrel over marriage and marriage bed in a humorous sketch. A husband Peleg brags of hair color and temper while a baby’s cries provoke his ire. The piece reflects domestic tensions and playful satire.
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Peleg
Mildred Morkt
Farm News
World of Letters notes and publishing updates
The piece surveys English and American reception of Mr. Garland’s Hose of Dutcher Coolly, later mentioning other authors and works. It covers Scribner and Stone & Kimball's publishing plans, upcoming titles by Clinton Ross and Frederic, plus reviews of magazines like The May Gunton’s, The American Kelt, and occult and literary periodicals, with notes on public interest in romance and politics.
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Mr. Garland
England
London
Garland
Saturday Review
Mixa Ethel Reed
Mian Reed
O Hi
Scribner
Stone & Kimball
Scribnera
Frederic
Mike
Messrs
Ione & Kimball
Bramarck
Clinton Ross
Greece
Artisle
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