Increased Cost of Living in Massachusetts Report Highlights
The Massachu setts Bureau of Statistics reports a 19.54 percent rise in major provisions from 1897 to 1902. A dollar buys 16.64 percent less roast beef and 32.39 percent less mutton. While grocery prices fell 7.03 percent, meats and other provisions push up the cost of living for average families, with monopolies and trust prices cited as part of the burden.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis Republic
Massachusetts Bureau of Statistics
Iowa Republican Congressman Calls Platform a Vie
A Republican congressman from Iowa labeled his state party platform a vie and may retract, saying the remark stemmed from unforeseen political pressures and evolving conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
State
Michigan Democrats nominate John F Bible for Lieutenant Governor
The Democrats in Michigan nominated John F Bible for lieutenant governor. The letter urges voters to elect him by all means and notes a state senate proceeding guided by a Bible would be a notable event in modern politics.
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John F. Bible
Democrats
Michigan
Senate
Roosevelt Seen Strongest Presidential Candidate
The Utica Press states that, as things stand, Roosevelt is the strongest candidate for the Presidency, signaling clear support for his bid.
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Utica Press
Roosevelt
Public impatience grows as calls for action rise
The text notes that people may tolerate past omissions but demand performance. It suggests voters want the president to take risks and accomplish something, even if it increases the chance of future mistakes.
Congressman Seney Claims Clean Travel Record in Congress
Ohio congressman Seney states that in eight years in Congress neither he nor any family member used a railroad pass and he never accepted a telegraph or railroad frank. The remark mocks Democrats at Missouri convention debates and highlights alleged ambivalence to free rides.
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Seney
Ohio
Congress
Missouri
Hepburn Seeks Law to Hit Pernicious Trusts Yet Spare Legitimate Capital
Congressman Hepburn says a law should target pernicious trusts while not harming legitimate capital. He sees it as an opportunity and calls for decisive action amid prior heavy debate on the subject.
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Congressman Hepburn
Hepburn
Poisoning the System Remedy Claims by Early Risers
An advertisement argues constipation poisons the body and causes headaches and eruptions. DeWitt's Little Early Risers pills are promoted to stimulate the liver and bowels, doing so without griping, as sold by W. E. Bard Drug Co.
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DeWitt
W. E. Bard Drug Co
Cereal Manufacturer Tests Secret Oat Hull Paper Process
Marion August 2 4 Chicago cereal maker runs a forty eight hour secret test at the Western strawboard Plant Gas City. The process aims to convert oat hulls into paper and is claimed successful. A large oat hull surplus from cereal production has burdened disposal costs and fuel needs.
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Marion
Bud
Chicaigo
Western Strawboard
Gas City
A Cure for Summer Complaint From Lan sing Iowa Journal
A well developed case in the writer's family was cured last week by Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. The note emphasizes keeping this patent medicine on hand at home in summer. For sale by all druggists.
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Chamberlain
Vescribe
Lansing
Iowa
Journal
Merchants and unions clash over pay and ships
J Pierpont Morgan seeks additional steamship lines while J Louis plumbers push for higher wages amid ongoing labor and business tensions. The snippets reflect broad economic pressures in a period of rising industrial interest and worker demands.
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J. Pierpont Morgan
J. Louis
Vacation Days Warn About Outdoor Accidents
Summer is here and children play outside. a healthful season calls for safety. DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve is promoted as a fast pain reliever and preventive for wounds, burns, and skin problems with testimonials from L. B. Johnson of Swift Texas and a notice from W. E. Bard Drug Co.
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DeWitt
L. B. Johnson
Swift
Tex
W. E. Bard Drug Co
Great Country Reflections on Labor and Machinery
A brief opinion noting modern machinery drives employment yet leaves labor hard to obtain each year, reflecting on national economy and progress.
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Tis
Chamberlains Pain Balm touted for strains by Deer Park merchant
Mr. F. H. Wells of Deer Park Long Island recommends Chamberlains Pain Balm as the best liniment for strains. He cites his own winter use for a severe side lameness from a strain and reports quick relief and cure. For sale by all druggists.
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F. H. Wells
Deer Park
Long Island
N. Y
Chamberlain
Knights of the Red Eagle Reunion Planned for 1904
St Louis plans a 1904 reunion led by Prince Henry in a Knights of the Red Eagle procession.
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St. Louis
Knights of the Red Eagle
Prince Henry
Allen's Foot Ease Promises Quick Relief for Feet
Ladies can wear shoes one size smaller after using Allen's Foot Ease powder. It softens tight or new shoes and relieves coins, bunions, swollen feet, blisters, callouses and sore spots. Cures sweating and hot aching feet. Available at druggists and shoe stores. Trial package free by mail from Allen S. Olmsted Le Roy NY.
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Allen
Allen S. Olmsted
le Roy
N.Y
A Splendid Attraction For the World’s Fair
A World’s fair feature suggests Convict Tracy might be induced to ambush a flotilla of airships as a special attraction. The note frames a potential stunt as part of the event with caution about risk.
Argentine wife murderer bets on Rocky Mountain Tea cure
An odd clipping notes a defendant in Argentina who shot himself and was wounded in the lung, with remark that recovery is likely aided by Rocky Mountain Tea. It mentions a drug company advertisement and an invitation to judge a riding contest on September 1.
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W. E. Bard Drug Company
Jude
Rengeh
Roosevelt to Officiate at Denver Horse Show
The Denver horse show association reports it has sent President Roosevelt an invitation to officiate at the upcoming Denver event. The notice notes the date and expected guest list remain to be confirmed.
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Roosevelt
Denver
Colo
Denver Horse Show Association
Mt Clemens Mineral Bath City Reach By Grand Trunk Rail
Mt Clemens the mineral bath city is reached without change of cars only by the Grand Trunk railway. Time tables and a descriptive pamphlet will be mailed free on application to George W. Vaux A G P T A 35 Adams Street Chicago.
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Grand Trunk Railway
George W. Vaux
T. A
Adams Street
Cheago
Private loan notice referencing C. C. Lawson attorney
The entry cites C. C. Lawson, attorney at law in the Katie building, as contact for private loan matters with Bell telephone number 467.
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Equitable
Fourth and
Lamine Streets
Bell and Q. C
C. C. Lawson
Katie Building
Bell Telephone
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