Uncle Sam's Wonders at World's Fair Government Building
The government building at the exposition spans 800 by 250 feet and houses exhibits from all executive departments. Highlights include a railroad post office car, relics of famous leaders, and documents from Benjamin Franklin to modern agencies. The Interior Department and Library of Congress displays, plus early machines, show the nation’s progress.
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United States
Metallurgy
Liberal Arts
United States Railway Mail Service
Postofice Museum
Washington
Louisiana Purchase Territory
Roosevelt
Sherman
Sheridan
Garfield
Benjamin Franklin
Post Office Department
Department of Commerce and Labor
Executive Department
Carroll D. Wright
United States Commissioner of Labor
Census Bureau
Lighthouse Board
Library of Congress
Emer Ellsworth Garnsey
National Capital
Interior Department
Elus Howe
C. Thurber
Charles Newbold
Robert Hook
Abraham Lincoln
B. C
Egypt
Curious Chinese Beds Highlight Fair Exhibit
The Chinese display at the World’s Fair features ivory and bone inlaid furniture, including two grand beds resembling small houses. One summer bed and one winter bed showcase rosewood and bamboo carving, silk cushions, and lantern lighting, with rooms for living, dressing, and sleeping.
Wharfage Free at St Louis World's Fair Riverfront
Free wharfage will be given to all boats landing at St Louis during the World's Fair. Yachts steam launches and all self powered boats get space between Chateau avenue and Biddle street. House boats north of Biddle south of Chateau. Apply to harbor and wharf commissioner at City Hall Twelfth Street.
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St. Louis
Hilleary
Joseph P. Whyte
Chateau Avenue
Biddle Street
J. Louis
The
Transit Company
Jefferson Barracks
Broadway
Exposition Grounds
City Hall
Twelfth Street
Market Street
Clark Avenue
Strong on Culture Tom Gould Gains Fame for Strength
The article recalls Tom Gould a New York politician saloon keeper and controversial figure. It notes his unusual feats such as lifting a piano on its feet and recounts two incidents illustrating his coarse wit and blunt manner. Gould’s handle on culture is emphasized amid anecdotes from social events.
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Tom Gould
New York
Four Hundred
Gould
Indies
Japanese rain fashion solves the rainy day puzzle
A London Tatler note compares Japanese practice of tucking robes and wearing high wooden clogs to prevent mud on kimonos with Western fashion. It frames it as a practical custom unseen by locals, contrasting East and West views on propriety and civilization.
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Japan
London
Tatler
Cast Iron Sinks Sign Jolts Portland Observer
An elderly man in Portland’s distant suburb laughs at a hardware store sign reading Cast Iron Sinks. A passerby asks the joke, and the man muses that some folks may never become regular, decent rule followers.
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Portland
Lewiston Journal
Never lose your temper at table or in public
The piece warns that temper loss at social events is a serious breach of etiquette. It stresses that private outbursts pale beside public ones and that a hostess cannot forgive such behavior which unsettles guests and harms social harmony.
Letter Opens With Quiet News Of Uncle’s Fate
Mrs Highmore opens a black bordered letter and speculates no telegrams bring bad news. She suggests the missive may concern Mr Highmore’s rich uncle, implying a potential fortune or inheritance issue. The scene plays on domestic tension amid a somber tone.
California and Back Offer From Burlington Route
Travel between April 23 and May 2 to San Francisco and Los Angeles and return for 43.50, cheaper than one way. Enjoy pleasant spring travel with diverse routes, stopovers, and a generous return limit. Free folder with details on request from J Francis, General Passenger Agent.
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Burlington
San Francisco
Los Angeles
California
J. Francis
Worlds Fair Rates Via Burlington Route Tickets
Tickets to St Louis and return good all summer priced at 36 dollars 80 cents. Sixty day tickets 80 dollars 70 cents available from April 25. Ten day tickets 27 dollars from April 27. For full information about train service ask the ticket agent.
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Burlington
St. Louis
Defiance Starch Offers 16 Ounce Pack at 10 Cents
Advertisements urge buyers to choose Defiance Cold Water Starch for laundry. Each 16 ounce package costs 10 cents and does not stick to the iron, unlike 12 or 16 ounce competitors. The copy claims no harmful chemicals and warns grocers away from undersized stock.
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Defiance
All Goods Up To Date Guarantee at Fishmaga eRe
The note promotes a guarantee on all goods with money back if not satisfactory. It emphasizes up-to-date stock and customer satisfaction at Fishmaga eRe.
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Fishmaga
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Oberfelders
A. Pease & Sons
Sidney
Nebraska
Tobin & Wasem, Proprietors
Schlitz Beer
T. B. Dawson
Rose Street
Sidney, Neb
B. F. Mitchell
Prop
Kruse Bros
Schlitz
Milwaukee
Tang
Front
Uncle Sam
Louisiana Purchase Monument
China
Celestial Empire
Colorado
VIA
Union Pacific
Lnit Cetiber
W. D. Clifton
Acer
Palace Livery Barn
M. E. Washburn
Near York
Sans Souci
Tell- Home
Dr. Kilma & Co
Binghamton, N. Y
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