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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1898
Page
17
Poem by Eugene Field recalling youth in an orchard and woods. The speaker contrasts old knowledge of birds plants and wildlife with a longing to return to simpler days. It reflects nostalgia for childhood friendships and nature from a distant time.
Washington correspondents report Secretary Gage used Lincoln's birthday dinner to push financial themes. The article accuses him of misrepresenting bond history, shielding a policy of binding citizens to debt, and lying about par values and discounts. It condemns his alignment with bankers and praises Governor Foster's independence from Washington Society.
A lengthy editorial discusses war power, Congress, and press sensationalism after the Maine disaster. It notes no proof of foul play but urges investigation and unity, while debating constitutional labor-hour regulation and Klondike entry rules. It cites Sen Lovering, Rep Walker, and President McKinley in ongoing debates.
A provocative remark on masculine bravado and fashion terms sparks discussion about shifting dress language. The comment hints at how social norms around attire may evolve from a dress convention to a broader dress code concept.
Honore Jove, an African American man who escaped from St. Martinville jail by disguising himself in his wife’s clothing, was recaptured in Houston, Texas.
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