The Last Resort at the Capuchian Monastery
Jones and Merrick confront the Count Villebois and the Russian attache in a Capuchian monastery. The Father Anselmo refuses the count’s packet while offering safe passage, then a threat of force is avoided as armed monks guard the chamber. Outside, Jones and Merrick repulse a street gang with canes and resolve to depart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jones
Merrick
Holy Father
Father Anselmo
Jean
Stromboloff
Hari Kari
Count Leon
M. Darragh
Father Jean
Count Villebois
London
Fragmentary note on surrender and attention to victims
A fragment mentions victims honored by attention and gestures of surrender. The text suggests a scene of complicity or acknowledgment but lacks clear subjects or events to define a full report.
Pursuit of Danger In A Hotel Parlor
Jones and Merrick, after subduing social outcasts, hurry to their hotel where an elegant call card signals a private audience. Merrick meets a perilous visitor, Princess Olgavitch, who whispers of a threat tied to a mystery noted in French on her card.
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Jones
Merrick
Olgavitch
Mark Merrick
Petrified Forest Explored in Tripol by Englishman Edward Dodson
Edward Dodson and his expedition reached the Murzuk region in northern Africa. They faced authorities and threats from Arabs during their March journey. A notable feature was a petrified forest with trunks and shells indicating past Sahara subsidence. Thunder storms surrounded the party with phosphorescent halos alarming attendants.
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Tripol
Tripoli
Africa
Edward Dodson
London Mail
Murzuk
Sahara
Victor Hugo as Composer in Lucrece Borgia Tale
The London Express notes Victor Hugo claimed as a composer for Lucrece Borgia. While Mey erbeer and Berlioz offered tunes the manager rejected them to keep focus on the play. Hugo dictated rhythm, inspiring the theater band conductor to create a melody Hugo called his tune.
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Victor Hugo
Lucrece Borgia
Meyerbeer
Berlioz
The
London Express
Hugo
Is the Dingley tariff era over or still needed now
An article from the Poughkeepsie Eagle advocates reciprocity over old style protection. It argues protection has served its day and calls for a broad view balancing imports with exports, while noting Republican and Free Trade positions. It references Sugar and Tobacco policy debates and recalls past party defeats in 1890 and 1894.
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Pough- Keepsie “Fagle
American Protective Tariff League
American Protective Tarif League
Poughkeepsie
American Free Trade League
Poughkeepsie “Eagle
Republican Party
Tariffs Bring Doubt and Caution in Economic Policy
The piece argues that no tariff is perfect and revisions always spark broader debate. It warns that tinkering unsettles many industries and blights enterprise, urging Republicans to tread carefully ahead of midterm elections and the 1898 congressional canvass during President McKinley’s term.
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Kinley
House of Representatives
Congress
Tariff History Questioned by Congressman McCleary
In a broad letter to constituents Congressman McCleary argues against repeating 1892 tariff folly. He notes past cycles where repeal lowered prices and later protection revived prosperity, warning that renewed tariff cuts could again lower prices and threaten prosperity.
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McCleary
Minnesota
United States
McKinley
Moon Eclipse Obsessed Nation Hears Howling Debate
A playful confrontation with Uncle Sam asks what's wrong with the world as a dog bays at the night sky. The cartoonish line hints at widespread fascination or frustration during a lunar event and reflects wartime or political mood of the era.
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Uncle Sam
Promoters of Beet Sugar Face Duty Relief Question
The Providence Journal questions why beet sugar promoters hinder relief for Cuban aid while noting domestic producers hold a Republican pledge for protection. It argues loyal Protectionists in Congress should uphold this pledge and resist withholding rights from domestic growers.
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Providence “Journal
Journal
Congress
Congressman Babcock backs 20 percent sugar tariff cut
The article reports Representative Babcock announcing a shift to support a 20 percent tariff reduction on Cuban sugar, aligning with Free Trade and Sugar Trust pressure after previously opposing surrender to tariff reform. His defection strengthens the anti surrender wing and is seen as adding dignity and consistency.
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Babcock
Wisconsin
Hound Sense on Protective Duty Debate
The Portland Press argues against lawmakers voting for protectionist duties tied to local industry, noting Maine has no sugar beet raisers and warning the system would collapse if every congressman must benefit a local sector.
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Maine
Notice to West farmers on sugar trust favors
To favor the Sugar Trust at the expense of beet growers, the Grand Rapids Herald says the farmer of the West is warned that no favors are needed at their hands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sugar Trust
Grand Rapids “Herald
Beet sugar protests spark Protective Policy debate
In Racine Wisconsin the Journal reports strong denouncement of beet sugar interests objecting to partial protective measures. Public opinion divides over granting limited protection while industry officials warn of broader economic impact.
Ploughnastel Hosts Year’s All-Wedding Day Event
In Ploughnastel Brittany on a single day in February 34 couples wed simultaneously. The event gathers town residents to celebrate multiple marriages together as the year’s weddings.
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Ploughnastel
Horticultural Sights Abroad
Wisconsin Horticulturist correspondent recounts European horticulture from Rouen to Paris. Observations include large cauliflowers, six bushels of cherries per tree, quick soil turnover, neat stone farms, diverse roses, extensive vineyards along the Moselle and Rhine, and plentiful gooseberries in Covent Garden Market.
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Europe
R Bones
Wisconsin
Rouen
Paris
England
Mediterranean
Rotterdam
Moselle
Rhine
France
Covent Garden Market
London
Summer Fallow: Old Advice Reconsidered for Soil Health
The article argues summer fallow wastes soil by drying topsoil and destroying humus, reducing moisture retention and nitrogen. It notes weeds sometimes outperform empty land and urges crop rotation including legumes as a better practice for fertility and soil structure.
Wheat and the Hessian Fly Prevents in Wheat Cultivation
The article discusses Hessian fly damage in wheat, noting that thinning, impoverished soil increases susceptibility. Professor Andrew M Soule of Tennessee links sowing date and soil quality to injury levels, and suggests well-prepared land with ample food for wheat can recover somewhat from initial fly damage, though later shoots remain weaker.
Shropshire Registry Announces Special Prizes This Year
The American Shropshire Registry association will offer special prizes at shows this year totaling funds for events including the International Live Stock Exposition in Chicago and the Toronto Industrial Exposition. Prizes include 583 dollars in Chicago and 100 in Toronto and Ontario contests with portions in Indiana and Guelph. Only recorded sheep are eligible.
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Bshropshire
American Shropshire Registry Association
Chicago
Toronto
Planting broom corn guidance from Farmers' Review
J. G. Monroe of Marion County Illinois prescribes planting broom corn in late May to June when soil is warm. He notes any good corn ground will grow broom corn and that local soil can yield finer fiber than central Illinois. Plant at 60 to 70 stalks per rod and keep the crop well cultivated.
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Illinois
J. G. Monroe
Marion County
Cocksfoot Grass Described as Useful and Shade-Tolerant
Cocksfoot Dactylis glomerata is a useful grass. It grows best on deep rich loams and will tolerate the shade of overhanging trees.
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Riviera
St. George Rathborne
Jack
Pauline
New York
Miss Caprice
Street and Smith
Chapter Iit
Blaine, McKinley and Dinglwy
Hound Sense
Racine
Wis
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