Gold reserves rise while strikes threaten next steps
In August 1901 reports say US treasury gold holdings reach new highs and reassure the dollar on gold standard. The silver era gloom is rejected as prosperity grows and money remains abundant. Labor strikes threaten mills, with potential widespread layoffs and renewed steel industry tensions. Political jockeying for 1905 Senate seat and New York mayoral race also noted.
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United States
Steel Combine
Congress
Court House Settlement Clears Way for Immediate Work
Differences between the building committee and contractor Mohnke have been resolved. The board of supervisors approved a settlement and extended the courthouse completion deadline to December 1, 101. Mohnke received the $14 due plus amounts already paid. Excursion tickets go on sale August 2 from all stations to Menonvier Manitowoc and Kewaunee at $5 round trip, plus trips to Chadstone Mich. via Frankfort and Lake Michigan routes. For schedule details contact company agents or J J Kinny GP A Tolnpo C O.
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Mohnke
Board of Supervisors
Ave Arbor
Menonvier
Mich
Manitowoc
Kewaunee
Wis
Chadstone
Frankfort
Acrove Lake
Inconsin
Upper Peninsula
J.J. Kinny
GP. A. ToLnpo
Church services and lodge meeting schedule
There will be no services at the F M church Sunday evening as the pastor attends camp meeting near Mt. Ploas. The Presbyterian morning sermon topic is The Running Christian. In the evening a union service at the Methodist. Alma Lodge F A M near Tapaday holds a special meeting tonight with work in the M M degree and full attendance is desired.
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UBS
Alma Lodge
Fragmented OCR note on clerical duties and attachments
An unreadable OCR fragment references a clerk and attachments, with partial mentions of a governmental or official process. The legible bits indicate a clerical task involving documents, emails, or records, but specifics such as names, dates, or actions are not recoverable from the text provided.
Fragmented OCR poem about fathers and kin in New York
Fragmented lines describe a father and lineage with misread words and garbled phrases. The text evokes family memory and place references, mentioning New York and a midwestern or eastern setting. The legible parts hint at storytelling and kinship amid unclear imagery.
Morning Glory and the Blind Man in the Garden
A Morning Glory plant grows in a garden and befriends a blind man named Somebody. The plant climbs toward sunlight while he, unseen, longs for sight and companionship. Their bond deepens as a gentle, hopeful connection blooms between them.
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Agai
Sele
Jim
Morning Glory’s Fate and a Bride’s Gift of Seeds
A tender tale unfolds around Morning Glory as a lover leaves, a dream of pink babies fades, and a bridal gift seals memory. Somebody returns to comfort the grieving heroine, the vine withers, and the seeds become a symbol of hope for the couple’s future.
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Elie Promis
Beatital Piik Clessant
Morning Glory
Wwe
Miuself
Tere
Arctic relief expedition sights Peary search start
The HERCENT L. BRIDGMAN relief expedition under Herbert L. Bridgman sails from Sidney Oklahoma to assist Lieut ant Peary after which the Windward search begins. Peary and his daughter previously sailed on the Windward in August 100, Mia and the second expedition hoped to join. No word has been heard since the Windward departed Sidney.
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Hercent L. Bridgman
Herbert L. Bridgman
Arctic Club
Arctic
Meary
Mia
Peary
Sidney
Nerve Pills Promote Relief From Overwork and Strain
An Alma reader extols Dr A W Chase's Nerve Pills as a tonic that eases nerve fatigue from overwork and close living. The ad claims improved strength and refreshment after use and notes the pills cost 50 cents a box with the signature of Dr A W Chase on every package.
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Chase
Alma
G. McClellen
Mich
Dr. A. Chase
Sharrar & Mulholland
A. W. Chase
A. W Chase
Gaba Day Excursion To Michigan College Grounds
On Wednesday August Slat the Grand Trank Railway will run their annual excursion to Michigan Basresberss College in Lansing at low rates. Territory will be on D and M Division Detroit to St Johnsa on GT W division Port Huron to Onasopolis and all stations on O S M division. Cars will run direct to and from College grounds. For information see posters or inquire of agents.
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Grand Trank Railway Aysten
Michigan Basresberss College
Lansing
Detroit
St Johna
Port Huron
Onasopolis
Pan-American Day Huge Event With Low Rates
Michigan day at the Pan-American exposition in Buffalo on August 20 1901 promises a grand occasion for state citizens. Grand Trunk Railway offers very low fares from all points on its lines with tickets valid for Niagara Falls stopover. Agents provide full details and schedules.
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Michigan
Buffalo
Grand Trank
Niagara Falls
Grand Trank Railway System
Railroad Fare Reduction Between Frankfort and Menominee
Commencing August 1st the single trip passenger fare between Frankfort and Menominee will be reduced to one dollar and the round trip to two dollars. Previously the company charged 8.00 for one way and 85.00 for round trip. A general reduction in through tickets beyond Frankfort will also be made benefiting prospective travelers. For information call on nearest Ann Arbor R R Agent.
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Frankfort
Menominee
Ann Arbor
R. R
Manistee Excursion To Orchard Beach For Michigan Troops
Michigan troops camp at Orchard Beach from August 11 to welcome visitors. The Ann Arbor Railroad offers a cheap excursion on Sunday August 11 with a special train from Alma at 6:08 a.m. and a return trip from Manistee at 6:80 p.m. Fare round trip is $1.50.
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Masasteg
Mier
Michigan
Orchard Beach
Manister
Minh
Latch
Ane Arbor Railroad
Ltth
Alma
Manistee
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