The Girl at the Halfway House Returns to Love
In a Southern town on a street car route, Mary Ellen Beecham meets Franklin in a tense reunion. He declares they must live together at the Halfway House, with plans of a shared future on his land and her money, challenging propriety as they embrace.
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Judge Wilson
Mary Ellen
Miss Beecham
Dr Gregg
Dr. Gregg
James
Wall
Lis Exe
Lacy
Cheyadon
Dara
Clayton
Syed
Edward Franklin
Franklin
Frank
Judge
Doctor
Curly
Waiter
Ellisville
Sam
Nora
Lacey
Mary Ellien
Mary
Fortune Birds on Grand Street Offer Hidden Luck
In New York a hawker on Grand Street near Mulberry sells fortunes via green birds perched on a tray with folded slips. A swarthy woman accepts a coin, chooses a bird, reads a slip, and smiles as the trader notes the success. The birds allegedly foretell good fortunes.
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Grand Street
Mulberry
Indy
New York
Not an English Lord Satisfies a Child at Dinner
A New York dinner with an English lord prompts a young hostess to ask if he is truly a lord. He confirms, sparking the girl’s curiosity. She then admits she remains disappointed, expressing childlike longing for a confirmed aristocratic sighting.
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New ‘York
Cleveland urges tariff reform and economy in Democratic outlook
The Chicago Tribune reports Grover Cleveland argues for a new Democratic rallying cry free of Bryanism while urging tariff reform and reduced public spending. He also critiques Republican policy on the Philippines and questions about free rail transport for presidents versus government funded travel. The piece contrasts past disapproval of tariff reform with current endorsements and defends presidential travel expenses.
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Grover Cleveland
Bryan
Mr. Cleveland
Philippines
Moody
Roosevelt
Congress
Treasury
Chicago Tribune
Democrats pledge tariff reform against the Dingley Act
The Philadelphia Record asserts that only a reform-minded party with denouncement of the Dingley Act can deliver genuine tariff reform. It argues Democrats oppose protection, favor repeal of the Dingley act, and aim to reshape policy in line with that stance.
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Philadelphia Record
Taft on Philippines and tariff reform in 1900s politics
The piece argues Taft’s view on Philippine independence and governance, praising his knowledge and urging cautious policy. It cautions Democrats and Republicans about tariff reform promises, warning that Democratic victory could bring renewed tariff changes seen as hostile to protection and prosperity.
The Mayflower Yacht Controversy in Campaign Talk
The Mayflower yacht use by the President stirred criticism yet the issue faded in tone as Democratic leaders commented in the House. The President has chosen to address the matter amid partisan debate.
Big Export Totals Show Strong Foreign Trade Despite Decline in Bread Stuffs
Eight months to February 29 show U S exports of breadstuffs at a six year low, but gains in livestock cotton and mineral oils lift total exports to 606 730 956 dollars, about 8 million more than 1901 the best year on record.Manufactured exports not fully reported temper the rise yet overall foreign trade remains favorable.
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United States
Political Parties Clash Over Tariffs and Trade
The Troy Times notes the Democrats drift between free trade and protection, labeling the party as a large free trade element that tempers its stance to avoid political death, while Republicans press for tariff safeguards.
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Republican Party
Party of Protection
Democratic Party
Troy Times
Stupendous Figures Mark New York Clearing House Half Century
The New York clearing house marks its fiftieth anniversary with exchanges totaling about 1.508 trillion and balances around 71.636 billion. Officials credit roughly four decades of protective measures for the growth during the half century of its existence.
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New York Clearing House
President Mellen and the New York Central Conductor Joke
A Boston to New York ferry tale parades on President Mellen of the N Y N H railroad. On a crowded trip a conductor rebukes poor management and names a certain official as the biggest fool, only to reveal the passenger is the president himself.
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Mellen
N. Y
N. Y. & H. Railroad
Boston
New York
Wwell
Boston Globe
Beautifying Rooms Through Proper Picture Hanging
The piece explains that decoration hinges on hanging pictures well. It warns against vivid works in bright light, notes how small pictures gain style when grouped, and suggests uniform framing and even placement. It cites the St. Louis Globe-Democrat on lighting effects and recommends portraits of authors and uniform displays in a music room.
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St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Koreans Portrayed As Leisure Loving In New Korea Book
Angus Hamilton describes Koreans as peculiarly adept at doing nothing gracefully. He notes daily life features passivity, gentle strolls in sunshine, and scenes of inaction contrasting with their costume. The stolid dignity of the people adds to the picturesque street scenes.
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Angus Hamilton
Korea
Severe Laws in Korea Punishments Listed
The document details harsh Korean penalties for crimes including treason murder arson theft and grave desecration. It specifies decapitation strangulation poisoning and slavery for several offenses and companions up to fifth degree relatives.
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Korea
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