Perplexing Docket of Oddities and Ancient Scandals
A mash of humorous observations and sharp notes from Washington and New York, including an umpire's clash over two players, Jerry Simpson paid 200 silver dollars for a Fourth of July speech, and a New York mausoleum splurge of 200000..Copper hardening invention, bicycle trains on the New York L roads, a girl in Yonkers with no moral sense, and New York poisoning case widow Mrs Fleming jump into a chorus of late 19th century curiosities and sensationalities.
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Jerry Simpson
Ailver
Bryan Speech Captivates Convention in Portrayal of Silver Debate
In Chicago on July 16 W J Bryan delivered a forceful address defending free coinage and the silver cause. He argued the conflict was over principles, not persons, and asserted the income tax and opposed gold standard positions while urging government control of money. The speech sparked a rousing, sustained ovation as delegates waved handkerchiefs and Nebraska’s banner led cheers for Bryan.
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Chicago
Willian de Grean
Nestasiea
Lopaetios
Congress
Democratic Party
Memphis
Peter
Delate
New York Hill
Gov. Russell
Massachuset
Massachusetts
New York
Board of Trade
Bryan
Onder
Atlantic
Emebaies
Mieie Ledil
Viidiuetey
Cireabappkinse
Laive Beonalise
Tom
Wisconsin
Hobespierre
Stan
Jackson
Supreme Court of the United States
Applaus
Supreme Court
Thomas Benton
Andrew Jackson
Cleeve
Home
Rome
America
Jellerson
Gentemen
Jefferson
Beire
Washington
Parti
Nadie
Curs International
Linkens
Tn Vause
McKinney
Republican Party
Napoleon
Waterloo
McKinley
Sapoleon
Sovreign Oitentates
Wais
Carlisle
Gilles Pos
Arppatise
Savding Lieb Witen
Evry
United States
Ciroat
Kovan
Texas
Nebraska
Sainsbury of
Historic Rail Service Advances to St Louis and Chicago
A detailed notice describes a forthcoming train connection linking Chicago and St Louis via Pan to St Louis, including new Pullman accommodations and timetable notes. It also mentions solar eclipse observations with an expert astronomer planning to witness the event next month.
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HTC
Sean
Magis
Ming M
UpPengeeLig
Wil
Ty Pega Chicago
PLM
Arrhcine
Si Louis
St 1
Wis
Arrhyne
Chicago
Wincetral
Chive
St. Louis
Hutth
St. Lows
Dh Nuis Central
Pyde Tarik
Pullman
South Whicano
Imsne Lean
Malaria Scourge Described as Disturbing Liver and Nerve Health
Fragmentary historical text claims malaria unsettles liver, bowels, stomach, and nerves. It praises a supposed remedy that restores digestion and strength, mentioning toxins and weak kidneys as conditions to be conquered. The passage reads as a mid-boilerplate medical rant with dubious claims.
Woman of Cornwall Honored for Service to British Army
An Afrald lady in Be min Cornwall is celebrated as the mother of seven sons all serving in the British army. She has received a portrait from the queen in recognition of her service to the journey. Advertisements tout Winslow's Sozurone Syrup for teething, Willis Pink Pills, Wall's Catarrh Cure, and other remedies amid a mix of ad-like content.
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Yonkers
N. Y
Weaver
Fort Niobrara
Suari
Bis
Bemin
Cornwall
Willis
Noch Vale
Bes
Philsdelp
Quotable Jumbles on Modern Matrimony and Society
A fragmentary column mocks trends in divorce, flirtation, and social manners. It nods to “divorced queens,” the girl of the period, refinement, bicycling, cocktails, and wealthy woes, labeling modern tastes as hints of change and satire.
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Europe
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R. P. Hall & Co
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Box 337
Southington
Conn
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Thompson
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Atlanta
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