Dewey and McKinley era framing in Chicago and national politics
The Union commentary reviews Admiral Dewey's reception in New York and President McKinley’s western tour, defending expansion and government policy while critiquing the Vincennes Sun and Democrat opposition. It recalls the 1871 Chicago fire and its vast destruction, using it to reflect on national leadership and public sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William McKinley
Far West
United States
Congress
Exchange Notes and Sudden Death In Bloomfield
Terre Haute paper notes J W Long of Clay City arrived from Montezuma after eye removal surgery caused by a horse tail injury. Four years earlier he lost sight in his other eye. Bloomfield News reports the sudden death of Mrs Cora Dowden wife of Joseph Dowden near town after a chill and headache. she died at home while her husband was away rabbit hunting.
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Terre Haute
J. W. Long
Clay City
Montezuma
Mr. Long
Bloomfield
Cora Dowden
Joseph Dowden
Joe
Ife
Garrison recalls Lincoln from early Pike County days
Stephen W. Garrison 87 of Dugger Indiana recalled his friendship with Abraham Lincoln during their river trips and New Salem days. Mrs Garrison and he described Lincolns reserve and care on flatboats and the Buckhorn wood yard in Illinois before Lincoln rose to prominence.
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Chicago Tribune
Stephen W. Garrison
Dugger
Abraham Lincoln
Illinois River
Garrison
Pearl
Illinois
St. Louis
Ohio
Sullivan County
Indiana
Sangamon
Springfield
Lincoln
Mississippi
Mrs. Garrison
Mr. Garrison
Mr. Lincoln
Clay
Cincinnati
Washington
Press chorus blasts Dewey interview fakes over Luzon blockade
Critics charge that interviews about the Dewey administration on the Philippine question were forged by the Edward Atkinson faction to mislead the public. The president, acting on Admiral Dewey’s advice, has ordered a stronger blockade of Luzon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dewey
Philippine
Edward Atkinson
Admiral Dewey
Luzon
Massachusetts Republicans Adopt Pro Administration Platform
At the state convention Massachusetts Republicans adopted a platform endorsing the administration with harmony reported in proceedings. The party vows to stand by the flag and the boys in Asia, despite copperhead opposition led by Edward Atkinson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts
Old
New England
Asia
Edward Atkinson
Terre Haute Press Critique of Local Support for Newspapers
The Terre Haute Gazette quotes Southern Indiana’s extension into Terre Haute without subsidies, while Linton provided road rights from Elnora. The piece argues Terre Haute claims credit, urges business men to read and patronize local newspapers, and to support the Union for town prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terre Haute
Indiana
Linton
Elnora
Union
Tere
Chicago Day Sparks Citywide Fire Event
Chicago observed a local Chicago Day with celebrations across the city. The event highlighted citywide participation and featured ceremonies and communal activities to mark the occasion.
Hollingsworth Hotel Burns in Freelandsville Fire
A frame Hollingsworth hotel in Freelandsville burned on Monday morning. Owner Geo Hollingsworth reported the structure loss with the cause of fire not stated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hollingsworth
Freelandsville
Geo. Hollingsworth
Fish dodges hook with double barb lure invention
A letter from John P. Dreese of Halstead, Kan describes a new fishing hook design with double barbs and S shaped curves. The invention aims to prevent fish from escaping by snagging itself more securely while the hook remains resilient against release.
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Yeet
John PD. Dreese
Tlalstead
Ikan
Ceolding Not on the Decline in Wheel Enthusiasm
The New York Sun reports steady or rising interest in cycling with large bicycle sales and increasing memberships in clubs. Riders flock to parks and suburban roads on Sundays, while city cycling drops due to street traffic risks. Manufacturers plan to raise output as demand is expected to grow next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Ano
Bio
Cycling Disease and Its Ailments Among Riders
The article lists several cycling related health issues including bicycle wrist from tight grip on handlebars during backpedaling wheel vibration causing the veyclets spine curvature in cramped riders and cyclist's eye from continuous lookout and overwork. It notes these are more common in severe riders than moderates.
Golf kittens play upset match rule of the green
The New York Times notes a queer golf incident as a kitten at the clubhouse taps a ball toward the house, altering play. The owner claims the match under the rule that any external deflection to a moving ball is ruled in favor of where it lies.
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New York Times
Why Centuries Are Popular for Cyclists
The article explains century runs cater to average riders by offering multiple divisions with set paces and rests. The slow division starts first at about eight miles per hour, while the fast division begins later so all groups finish roughly together.
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the Union
A. A. Holmes
P.D. Lowe
Tun
Philippines
Sullivan Times
Times
Chicago
Vincennes Sun
Republican Party
Billy Kiyson
Billy
Spain
Tie
Ilinois
Cleveland
Democratic Party
O’leary
Nero
Rome
Stephen Garrison
the Sporting World
Izaak Waltons
Standard Oil, Coo
Stanisil
A. B. Stansil & Co
R.H. Crowder
J. R. Crowder
R. H. Crowder
C.D. Hunt
Goodman's Clothing Store
Sullivan Ind
Isaac H. Kadly
Sullivan
Ind
West Side
McCammon
al. H. Ward
Otlive
South Side Square
Mullane Block
Sullivan, Ind
C.chaney
A. G. McNabb
Southside
J. H. Drake
Crowder Office Building
Eastside Square
J. J. Thompson & Son
Arthur D. Cutler
Carlisle
Tudiana
I. K. Stock
8. D. Weir
Cor
Washington Streets
C. H. Edwards
Public Square
John T. Hays
Farmers’ Bank
Merom Tueg
New Lebanon
W.&. Warp
Gill Township
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