Popular Syrup of Figs praised for gentle cleansing
An advertising excerpt extols Syrup of Figs as a pleasant tast ing laxative that acts on the kidneys liver and bowels to cleanse the system and cure habitual constipation. It claims unique qualities and notes it is sold by druggists in 50 cent bottles with prompt procural if absent.
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Ony
California
FIG Syrup CO
San Francisco
Cal
Ai W. Gleason
Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Lydia E. Pinkham
Bureau of Animal Industry
Ohio
United States a Factor in Eastern Question
A Washington diplomat says the United States holds a commanding position in Eastern affairs and can secure concessions from rival powers. He notes Russia, Germany, and France seek a declaration of non-interference, while England and Japan oppose broad rights in Chinese ports. The arrival of Count Cassini signals potential policy shifts guiding U.S. stance and business leverage.
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New York
Feb
United States
Washington
the Herald
Russia
Germany
France
England
Japan
Cassini
China
Revolution in Nicaragua threatens Zelaya grip and US canal aims
New York dispatch reports a rising Nicaraguan revolt backed by Costa Rica and the conservative liberals. Dr Adan Cardenas leads a band from the Costa Rican frontier toward San Juan del Sur as exiles in Salvador prepare to join. Rebels seek support while Zelaya faces a new challenge to his four year rule and canal project.
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Zelaya
New York
San Jose
Nicaragua
Costa Rica
Panama
the Herald
United States Canal Commission
Adan Cardenas
San Juan del Sur
Costa Rican
Bitt
Salvador
Salvas
Jor
Manduras
Victin
Puerto Cortez
Enrique Soto
Bagley Dead Reported in Colorado Springs
Chicago February 7 A private telegram from Colorado Springs reports the death of Mrs. du Je Bagley. The brief dispatch notes the death occurred in Colorado and frames the notice as a private telegram from Colorado Springs.
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Jed. Bagley
Chicago
Colorado Springs
du Je
First Week of Martin Trial Sees Evidence Presented
Wilkes Barre February 8 The first week of the Martin trial ends with jurors reviewing substantial evidence. Michael Nicholson testifies on road injuries near Lattimer. Edler of the Harwood United Mine Workers recounts a peaceful unarmed march and firing that followed, with deputies firing blanks before bullets.
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Wilkesbarre
Martin
Michael Nicholson
Lattimer
Commonwealth
Egler
Harwood Union
United Mine Workers
Harwood
Pinfree Wins Case Foreway Ticket Price Fix
Judge Donovan orders Michigan Central to sell Governor Pinfree a thousand mile ticket for 20 dollars. The ruling rejects the railroad’s claim of rates set by charter bylaw and upholds state police power to regulate fares. The decision cites U S Supreme Court precedents and holds the road must set reasonable rates under state law.
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Michigan Central
Detroit
Mich
Donovan
Circuit Court
Michigan Central Railroad
Governor Pinfree
Goold
United States Supreme Court
Populists and Silver Republicans Plan Coordinated Campaign
Washington February 8. A conference of populists and silver Republicans from both houses affirms separate organizations but mutual effort to organize the campaign and avoid conflicting nominations. They pledge to work with Democrats to form a solid front against the Republicans.
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Washington
Cost of Cuban War Exceeds 240 Million Dollars
Madrid reports the Cuban war cost from February 1895 to end of 1897 is officially estimated at 240 000 000 dollars, with Cuban treasury arrears of 10 006 000 dollars. The imparcial contends that Spain Cuba and the United States trade relations rely on Senor De Lome and urges expert examination of treaty terms for Spain.
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Madrid
Imparcial
Spain
Cuba
United States
Senor de Lome
Washington
Turkish Troops Burn Four Greek Villages in Thessaly
London dispatch reports Turkish forces occupying and burning four villages in the Arapha district north of Acazan ania between Arta and Damoke. About eight thousand Turkish troops are engaged with Greek lines, with fears of wider conflict as Turkish advances continue. The Greek outposts are strengthened and evacuations in Thessaly loom.
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London
Athens
The
Times
Arapha
Acazanania
Arta
Damoke
Lis
Pataeokashon
Thessaly
Old Crow Finds White Hoard in Don Valley
A narrator watches a crow in the Don valley collect a cache of white shells and pebbles at a riverside site near Rosedale brook and Beaver Elm. The crow uncovers a hatful of items, including clam shells and a mysterious handle, then buries the trove.
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Scribner
Don Valley
Rosedale Brook
Silverspot
Coming Session of England Parliament Faces Uneasy Air
London dispatch notes the royal speech to be read at Parliament’s reassembly, with focus on Irish local government and Catholic university bills. Irish factions unite against reform while China, Dreyfus, and potential Salisbury resignation shape early debate. Pope and press health updates also appear amid weather and trade notes.
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London
Associated Press
Osborne
Isle of Wight
Far East
Salisbury
Michael Sicks-Dene
Britol
Talien Wan
Count Cirtis
Dillonites
Redmondites
Healyites
Carson, Lackley
T. W. Russel
Foreign Office
Christendom
St. Peter's
United States
Cornwall
Lord Clon
Mel
Japan to Retain Weihai Wei After War Indemnity
The Japanese government seriously considers holding the port of Weihai Wei for an indefinite period even if China pays the war indemnity. The move follows policy discussions as the United States flagship Olympia heads to Chinese waters.
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San Francisco
Pacific Mail Steamship Company
Orient
T Hey
Kansas City
China
Chicago
Vancouver
Seattle
Russia
Odessa
Manchurian
Trench
Nso
Omaha
Yokonama
United
Toulouse Geese: Origins, Traits and Market Value
Toulouse geese, of French origin, are popular for market use. They mature slowly, are good layers with about 40 eggs per season, and are valued for compact bodies. Colors range gray with white underparts, and standard weights run from 15 to 20 pounds depending on age and sex. Bulletin U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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Toulouse
France
Thinning Out the Flock
A poultryman stresses thinning flocks to remove idle hens and keep only productive birds. Do not wait for laying to begin. wait until spring in warm weather to maximize egg production and profit with a smaller, more profitable flock.
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Mit-To
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Morgan True
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St. Louis Court of Appeals
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Sam
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Military Order For the Loyal Legion
Pennsylvania
Massachusetts
Mother Gray
Friese
Allen, Olmsted
le Roy
N. Y
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McKinley
America
Salzer
John A. Salter Seed Co
la Crosse
Wis
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Glenn
State of Ohio
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TF. J. Cheney & Co
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