Writings On Wisdom and Odd Historical Vignettes
A collage of eclectic notes and reflections spans philosophy, diplomacy, and science. It cites lampooned quips on common sense, a jewelry reference tied to Russia and Servia, a New Jersey suicide linked to campaign leaflets, and a boastful tale of a Freemason’s trowel fee. It reports on tourist totals in European cities, a Cincinnati romance delayed by confinement, and discoveries about malaria spread by mosquitoes. It covers a Formosan island group erosion, the recovery of Lieut Beecher’s body, and notes a Boston-based church story and a Chicago planned large church reflecting consolidation trends.
Press Ahead in Duty The Great American Campaign
Rev. R. S. Fisk, D. D., Washington, urges duty and unity in a national campaign. He warns against imperialism, warns of social unrest, trusts power, and calls for steadfast leadership to guide the United States through world affairs and domestic trials.
Appeal on unity and security for AOUW pension funds
A. O. U. W. members urge brethren across many states to avoid actions that could disrupt the order’s prosperity and benefits for widows and orphans. they emphasize protecting relief funds amid political campaigning and note Nebraska ties to support during past droughts.
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Pennsylvania
Ohio
Kentucky
Indiana
New York
Illinois
Missouri
Tennesee
California
Georgia
Nevada
Utah
Louisiana
United States
Nebraska
U. W. Monthly
Discouraging the Soldiers in the Philippines
Lieutenant L A Barsington of Al Nance Nebraska, now in the Philippines, denounces reports from home accusing soldiers of wrongdoing. He cites Deratur’s saying and urges support for liberty, noting local people want freedoms and laws, while condemning highwaymen posing as patriots.
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L. A .Barsington
al- Nance
Neb
Philippines
Deratur
United States
Beginning of the End of Trouble in the Philippine Lai Ode
A fragmentary line frames an editorial note about the waning duration of unrest in the Philippines. It hints at a conclusion to ongoing troubles, conveyed in a reflective, period-tinged voice. The brief snippet emphasizes a turning point rather than a detailed chronology.
Our Large Standing Army Report Cites Global Ratios
An article compares national armed forces showing Switzerland with 148000 active soldiers and 261000 in reserve, France 14.05 per 1000, Germany, Turkey, Great Britain, Italy, and the United States. It notes the United States has the smallest army relative to population, with about one soldier per thousand people.
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Switzerland
Enny
United States
France
Germany
Turkey
Great Britain
Italy
Feelings of Soldiers Mothers in Wartime
In Washington discussions on the Philippines war, American mothers are praised for patriotism and sacrifice. The piece argues Spartan resolve among mothers, noting they would not rush to bring sons home until the mission is completed, even as heartbreak rises. It references William Jennings Bryan and asserts long-held national duty.
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Philippines
Washington
William Jennings Bryan
America
Difference in Hay Prices and Import Data
A brief table contrasts hay importations and home production with value and price per ton under two policy periods. It notes imports near 202,652 tons and 19,872 tons in 1898 and 1899 respectively, home crop values around 39,263,457 dollars and 36,695,756 dollars, and ton prices rising from about 5. [Note: OCR text partially unreadable. figures approximate.]
Bryanism and corn prices in the 1890s boom
The Dryen boom peaked in September 1896 with corn at 19.16 cents a bushel. Prices rose after McKinley’s likely election, reaching 25.5 cents in late 1895. The swing between low and high prices created a $120,000,000 value difference in the crop.
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Bryan
McKinley
The Popocrat Cry and McKinley Cohesion Speech
The Popocrats attack wage earner coercion, a tactic four years old. President McKinley’s Cleveland club speech on October 24 argues cohesion between employer and employee, not coercion, uniting interests through shared experience.
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McKinley
Cleveland Club
Remember 92 Campaign Warning for Voters
The note recalls the 1992 campaign urging active political interest to avoid consternation and economic distress. It links voter apathy to lack of confidence, job losses, high tariffs, bond issues, and financial hardship across households. Citizens are urged to engage this year.
Cockran Voices Democratic Duty at Madison Square Garden
Hon W Rourke Cockran, a Democrat, spoke at Madison Square Garden in New York on August 18 1898 asserting that Democratic leaders may betray a convention to the Populists yet cannot sway Democratic voters from the path of honor and justice.
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W. Rourke Cockran
Madison Square Garden
New York City
McKinley Quote Reflects Philippine Outlook amid U.S. Despair
A quotation attributed to William McKinley speaks of industrial noise fading and calamity easing in the United States, noting displaced orators seek solace in the Philippines as a shift in sentiment unfolds. The line suggests a transitional moment amid political rhetoric and national recovery.
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United States
Philippines
William McKinley
Wrimley s Policy Right in Sphere of China
The Boxer Uprising in China prompted cautious policy. The United States sought to preserve the central government to maintain the open door for American trade, avoiding foreign division of China. Assistant Secretary of War Gueren D Metktingfoin of Washington, DC, argues the president’s policy safeguarded treaty rights and prevented general war or dismemberment.
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China
United States
Pollem
Cam de SiEkested
GUArES D_Metktgfoin
Westington
D.C
No Pay No Talk Campaign Tactics Exposed
In Chillicothe Ohio on October 5, Brian adhered to a Pay no Talk tactic delaying a meeting for at least thirty minutes until a $75 fee was raised to fund his remarks. Once paid he spoke about eighteen minutes at a rate slightly over $3 per minute, facing resistance from attendees including Alien G. Thurman.
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Brian
Chillirsthe
Ohio
Alien G. Thurman
Then and Now At Cutler Hammer Mfg Co Milwaukee
Four years ago the firm laid off about half its workers and others worked six hours a day for six hours pay. Now every man works full time and earns ten hours’ pay for nine and a quarter hours of work. The company compares its condition to other electrical manufacturers. Milwaukee Wis Oct 6 1900.
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Young
Cutler Hammer Mfg. Co
J. G. Hickeor
Leg and Treas
Milwaukee
Wis
Lincoln Re-Election Warned Sparks 1864 Debate
Niles Republican from 1864 warned that if Abraham Lincoln won re election the liberties of the people would be gone forever with military despotism. The piece foresees loss of speech and press freedom, heightened taxation, and widespread suffering including widows and orphans under renewed tyranny.
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Abraham Lincoln
Niles Republican
Wise voter urged to avoid Democratic triumph
The writer argues panic would follow a Democratic victory next November, harming business, delaying improvements, and causing retrenchment with layoffs. The piece advises avoiding risk and suggests voters should keep things as they are.
Treasonable Opposition and American Unity in Face of Threat
A New York Journal reflection from January 6, 1899 condemns treasonable opposition to expansion. It asserts that shedding American blood in national work would force domestic foes to abandon treason and that treasonous actors would gain no mercy in any country. The piece underscores patriotism and steadfast support for government policy.
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New York Journal
Hoar Attacks Party Stance Over Aguinaldo and Mabini
George F. Hoar declares he will not vote for any presidential candidate or aid a party that uses the flag to back Aguinaldo Mabini against Booker Washington and Robert Small, criticizing such allied lines.
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Booker
Washington
Robert Small
Aguinaldo
Mabini
George F. Hoar
Desire for Personal Reign by Miners Batazde Negotiation
Washington notes growing American dissatisfaction with Pekin diplomacy over anti foreign reprisals and peace terms. Reports say Chinese ministers push vengeance, resisting clear punishment definitions while Chinese officials face internal turmoil and deaths among anti foreign leaders. Kang Yi dies, Yu Heien reduces the punishment dispute, highlighting ringleaders near the throne.
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Washington, D_—C
Corpa At
Pekin
Corpa
Toney
Washington
Italy
St Pekin
China
Tskhees
Kang-¥i
Yung-Lu
Yu-Heien
Shansi
Kang-Yi
Privy Council of Cabinet
Salute dispute aboard Psyche sparks apology request
Captain Francis R. Pelly of the British cruiser Psyche, in New York waters, fired a 21 gun salute and received no reply, then saluted French warships. he requests his explanation be conveyed to the British consul. Separate items report Smyth suing major crackers firms in Lincoln for restraint of trade and the transport Lawton bringing 620 destitute Nome evacuees to Seattle seeking work.
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Pelly
Psyche Tella
New York
Hatilton
Francis R. Pelly
Psyche
Associated Press
Governor's Island
Perry
West Thirty-ftth Street
eGes Amuwe
Linecoln
Neb
Smyth
District Court
This County
Jones. Douglass & Co
Jones-Douglass Company
Lincoln
Briece
Minera
Seattle
Wash
Lawton
Nome
Pacific
Fraternity Rites At Boston University Shock Freshmen
About 100 freshmen at Boston University were blindfolded and initiated into Gamma Delta rituals in a post-luncheon ceremony. They walked a plank and were wheeled in wheelbarrows as part of the hazing, with some fainting from excitement. The event ended with a reception in the chapel by Gamma Delta officers.
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Roe
University Ais Folat Dame
Mass
Boston University
Gamia Delta
Effort to Involve Senator Mason in Quarre with Gen Ludington
In Washington D C Oct 3 an effort to involve Senator Mason in a dispute with Gen Ludington quartermaster general is underway. Jono Orme Cote former clerk charged extravagance and mismanagement and drew Mason into backing his case. Gen Ludington reported to the secretary of war last June and Cole reaffirmed his charges as false and irrelevant.
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Ludington
Washington,d. C
Senator Mason
Quartermaster-Generals Office
Ladington
Jono Orme Cote
Bac
Mason
Secretary of War
Cole
Eamanky
William —. Meson
Doers Capture Jacobsdal and Rail Disruption Actions
Cape Town reports Boer forces captured Jacobsdal after stubborn resistance. Cape Town Birdlanders suffered heavy losses, thirty-four of fifty-two men. Hans Botha cut and damaged a train between Heidelberg and Grerlingstaad, with two captains and eight wounded and captured. Prohibition party leaders visited Chatseagay with Woolley, Metcalf, Wardell, Dickey. James Johnson, wanted for silk theft, arrested in Bay View. Premiers and cabinet changes noted in Manitoba and Morris byelection details.
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Jacobeda
Cape Town
Jacobsdal
Bioreere
Stubboorn
Maaster
Hans Botha Hae
Highland Brigade
Heidelberg
Grerlingstaad
Craters
Youngstown
Ohio
James Johnson
Bay View
Mich
James Shaw
Johnson
Detroit
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Servia
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Oll
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N. J
Emery
Louis Botha
Oer
Hubert Emmet
Emmet
Thomas Addis Emmet
Bern
Vienna
Munich
Dresden
Hamburg
Leipzig
Stuttgart
Basel
Dusseldorf
Cincinnati
Efonm
Formosa
Pescadores Islands
Ula
Aire
Fred H. Beecher
Forsyth
Beecher
Lieut
Beecher Island
Charles
Sheldon
Britain
Boston
Topeka
The
Methodists of
Chicago
Lesen
Far East
S. Fisk
D. D
Washington, B.c
Cockran
Wrimley
Small and Aguinaldo
Tre
Batazde
Pawers
Evanston
Shall Gooch
Ald
George Goort
Chicago Board of Trade
Moberg
Waldron
Bariman
Applaass Malone
Chateeagay
John G. Woolley
Henry 8. Metcalf
William T. Wardell
Samuel B. Dickey
Werner B. Cushing
Oliver Stewart
Prevater MacDonald
St. Paul
Minn
Ifan
Hough
John MacDonald
Roblin
Greenway
Robert Rogers
Plaza
Morris A. R. Campbell
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