Debates on Currency and China Policy Echo in Public View
The piece traces 19th century currency reform, Sherman notes, and silver debates, then shifts to China policy and foreign presence. It notes Western powers and their trade shares in China, citing counts of firms from Britain, the United States, Japan, Germany, and France, and discusses potential revolts and imperial motivations.
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China
Geneee
Wital
Aatt
Doe
Cana
Geran
Vast US Foreign Trade Surpasses Two Billion Exports
The fiscal year 1900 shows foreign commerce reaching 2,244,160,843 dollars, with exports at 91,291,479,214 dollars and imports rising, driven by manufactured goods and crude materials. Growth spans every major class of imports and a surge in manufactured exports marks a pivotal shift in trade balance.
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Rimior Wien
Tee Lin
Vyolusttary Ane
Lux Aries
Shifts in Imported Materials Share Across Decades
The fragment cites rising shares of raw materials and crude manufactured goods in imports from 1800 to 1900, noting material value shifts reaching hundreds of millions of dollars. It states manufacturers materials rose to about 248 million and crude articles formed increasing percentages, with two large increases in imports and exports centered on manufactured content.
Atchison Musings on Life Love and Engagements
A quirky Atchison reminiscence piece reflects on social foibles and daily curiosities. It notes the tiresome types and the quiet routines that shape courtships from porch chats to telescope jokes, ending with a wry take on how couples drift into engagements.
Folky Fragments From the Chicago Hewes Paper
A garbled set of paragraphs sings odd musings about coffee, earth, widowers, and moral quips. It mentions a policeman’s salary, a legless legacy, and a minister sticking to his text amid scattered birds.
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Prom
Chicago Hewes
Sistanlg
Abs Sibey Ae
Charitante Foun
Quaker Reflections. A lighthearted look at manners
A fragment from Philadelphia reflections filled with humorous quips about dating, professions, and social conduct. The piece jokes about lovers, carpenters, dentists, and professionals through witty, satirical lines.
Tommy and Musquito Exchange on a Cold Day
In a clipped Boston exchange, Tommy notes the chill as a girl from Boston jokes about getting a tan. The two mosquitoes humorously debate the cold and teeth chattering in playful street dialogue.
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Tommy
Boston
Funston's Explanation Of Filipino Prisoners Hanged
The Chicago Record prints Frederick Funston’s explanation of two Filipino prisoners hanged near Ikidro by General Funston on April 18. The account describes the mission, capture, and subsequent execution of natives amid wartime chaos, stating orders allowed summary execution for those captured aiding the enemy.
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Kansan
Chicago
Mantin
Johny T. McCutcheon
Frederick Punwin
Manila
Ixidro
Funston
Macartius
Cravtall
Gisieral
Andre
Wattims
Ae i
Oerie
Ous
Ban’ Extara
Neers
Astral
Koubier
Darrios
Gabe
Calvert
Warrio
Erite
Mba Ie Mania
Yfiambdiniey
Merige
MacArthur
Ordre
Uml
Uniform debate splits Flambeau club over Rough Rider outfits
Amid discord in the Republican Flambeau club, secretary Oscar Swayze nearly resigns over a proposed Race uniform plan. President Capt. HM Phillipa backs it while critics warn uniforms will hurt party unity, urging a cautious vote at upcoming meetings.
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Republican Flambeau Club
Oscar Swayze
Wierigetio
Phillipa
Duvertier Roosevelt
Hart
Cayusis Pilitine
Fuer
Epublica Fiumbeakt
Epublica Fiumbeakt Club Sauand Tey
Rouen
Faucouly
Witerwine
Bignecker i
Spictahutar
Ny Otter
Earth
Jose
Aratter
Meee
Ehw
Former Topeka Man Eyes Copper Boom in Montana Region
A former Topeka auditor office employee, Arthur, plans copper development near the Blackfeet Indian Reservation in Montana. He believes the area could rival Butte and Anaconda within years, pursuing land interests with two brothers-in-law and private development without forming a company. He left the Georgia? area for health reasons and aims to secure a sizable operation.
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Topeka
Clark
Daly
Arthur
Ube
Ani Placitur Finck
Sie Avtnge
Ganta Pe
Montana
World map and toast on China surge sparks talk
Captain Hopsey L. Evang, visiting Washington from Hot Springs, Arkansas, declares that great powers sit on powder barrels over China. He warns dismemberment risks and urges U S action to prevent China’s division and protect imperial holdings including the Philippines.
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Lows
Hopsey LD
Evang
Bob
Hot Springs
Ark
Washington
Beut Union Station
Zoadam
China
United States
Ching
Alabama Mob Seizes Jail Targeting Susie Priest Case
In Huntsville on July 23 a mob broke into the jail to seize Htjah Clark, a Black man accused of attacking Susie Priest, a 19 year old white girl. Deputies fired injuring two and a dynamite threat prompted Governor Johnson to seek an immediate trial by Judge Spence. The mob, demanding Clark’s delivery, remains on edge as authorities plan a rapid jury verdict.
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Huntsville
Htjah Clark
Susie Priest
Fuleham
Johnson
Judge Spent
Clark
Judge Speak
Dubek Justion
Dy White
Kansas Fairs in 1900 Reported to State Board of Agriculture
A list of county fairs across Kansas for 1900 with locations, organizers, and scheduled dates. The report, compiled by Secretary F. D. Ory and HR Wheaton, includes Brown, Butler, Marion, Clay, Finney, Greeley, Montgomery, Jewell, and many other counties noting fair names, secretaries, cities, and September through October time frames.
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Kaonas
State Board of Agriculture
F. D.ory
Allen County Agricultural Sentor
Wheaton
Iota
Brown County Fair Association
John Ht. Brewer
Hiawatha
Butler County
Alyah Shellen
el Dorado
Id Shaatangua
Hewina Park
Nec
Marsh
Chlar Vale
Clay County
B. EB
Piesigh
Clay Center
Beptema Comey County Fair Association
Wwoogtigl Naceetary
Burlington
Septemeee
Lowry County
Fustern Cowley Fair Association
Burden
Hepusrnbe
Touglas
A. C. Grieda
Lawrence
Finbey County Agricultural Society
County Agricultural Society
Nic Guesten
Gresley County Pub Association
Tribune
Dackron County Agricultural and Paliciation
B. Grew
Jomterson County Agricultural and Men
Oskalona
Jewell County Fair
Chas
Fy Ous
Mankato
SEA Courts
Nth
Mound City
Marshall Mann
Frankfort Fairmaaneauisa
C. W. Brandenburg
Davia
Siehyo Eacretary
Stockton
Sedewtckety
Wichita State
Qamodta Mion Fin
Oles
Mhcreinny
Wicks
Wilson County
Pridonia
Cultural Sutton
J. T Cooper
Bristow's Report on Cuban Frauds To Be Made Public
Postmaster General Smith returned from Atlantic City and announced that an abstract of Bristow's Cuban frauds report will be made public tomorrow. The investigation concerns four assistant postmasters general and outlines alleged thefts tied to Cuban matters. Washington officials withheld full details until the release.
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Washington
Smith
Atlantic City
Eral Bristow
Who Will Command A Tie Inverpationn Relief Column
Unclear who will lead the relief column beginning this month with reports naming two Russian generals Dragomirot and Linevieh. The State Department has no official confirmation while other factions claim the event marks a pivotal failure. Seniority and rank are cited as basis for command in disputed sources.
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Colummn
Devs
Dragomirot
Linevieh
Interna
aEgPes Giong
Basta
I Cna
Hotel Throop Agreement Shapes Fusion Prospects
Fort Scott Kansas July 2 A vague uncertain mood surrounds the Democratic Populist and Silver Republican conventions set to meet here tomorrow. While fusion hinges on honoring the state committee agreement on office distribution factions oppose the plan over candidacy issues. Populist Chairman Waddie pushes for Democrats to nominate ex United States Senator John Martin for associate justice, with the title to Democrats under fusion terms. rejection could collapse the deal and force a new arrangement. John W Treichenthal of Topeka emerges as a strong gubernatorial candidate with solid backing here.
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Fort Scott
Kan
Waddie
Ponalist Committee
United States
Joan Martin
Martin Ja”nut
Court of Visitation
Court of Visitang Populiste
Wurler
Oun
Regarnar
Pula
Court of
Alion
Sliver
John W. Treichenthal
Topeka
MESSAGES FROM PEKIN Believed to Be Genuine by German Consul General
Detroit July 2 Baron Paul Merling German consul general to Pekin passed through Detroit en route to New York. He said Minister Conger warned the uprising would not amount to much and that the cipher message from Pekin is genuine. He predicted European armies will devastate northern China.
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Merling
Detroit
Mich
Baron Paul Merling
Pekn
Chins
Baron von Ketteler
New York
Pekin
Conger
Baron Merling
Heath at Chicago campaign offices under setup
Perry S Heath secretary of the Republican national committees arrived in Chicago and registered at the Auditorium Annex. He met with Chairman Hanna in Cleveland to map campaign plans. Heath said Hanna would proceed to Elberon New Jersey and the Chicago arrival date is uncertain. Charles Buckland will lead the Washington campaign literature unit and HH Hand of Wisconsin will supervise the printing department.
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Chicago
Perry
Heath
Republican National Committees
Auditorium
Hanna
Cleveland
Elberon
N. J
Charles Buckland
Cammng
Washington
HH. H. Hand
Wisconsin
Prisoner Freed in Dynamite Possession Case
St. Louis July 2 A transit detective Havill once tied to dynamite seizures and transit car blasts was released by Judge Clark after pleading guilty to unlawful possession of dynamite and carrying concealed weapons Two other concealed weapon charges were dismissed on condition he leave the city Court costs and fines totaled 21 dollars This case drew much attention at the time of arrest.
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St. Louis
Havill
Deaths and Funerals Notice Summary
Juliet Rochford, 49, died at 621 Jefferson Street after stomach cancer. Funeral held at her home today at 2 PM. Pansy F. Front, 19 months, died Friday at 1027 Washington Street and was buried Saturday. Elizabeth A. Fisher, of 1501 East Fourth Street, died yesterday afternoon. funeral held today at 4 PM.
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Juliet Rochford
Jefferson Street
Pansy
Washington Street
Elizabeth A. Fisher
East Fourth Street
Through Burlington Route Expres s Portland and Sound
An article describes new daily through trains from Grand Island to Northwest Nebraska and beyond including connections to Portland Seattle and the Northwest with through sleepers and car service. It notes the Missouri River route and includes references to Hansen City St Joseph Hastings and other cities with through Expresses and excursions.
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Portland and Sound
Burlington-Northern Pacific Express
Grand Island
Northwest
Nebraska
Black Hills
Wyoming
Monoe Washington
Tacoma
Seattle
Sourh River
Missouri River
Hansen City
St Joseph
Denver
Colorado
Ulan
Pacific Coast
Ntkhe
Washington
Oregon
Binsand Billings
Souternin
Hastings
Soipraga
Utah
Chicago
Ity
Lake T. PA
En 'St. Kabessee
St. Joseph
Seized coffin delayed debt claim over funeral costs
An aged man’s funeral in Woodbury was interrupted by Constable Dopson who sought to claim effects for a prior debt. Undertaker Shreve blocked removal until Conway’s judgment was satisfied. The case recalls an earlier Woodbury burial by Conway for the deceased’s wife.
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Ng Tun
M. J
Dopson
Woodbury
Shreve
Ginesboro
Conway
Parks
Dewey Denies Promised Filipino Independence On Board Olympia
In Hong Kong April 1804 interview claim, Aguinaldo general Tejandrino states Dewey promised Philippine independence. Dewey rejects the account as false, says he never promised independence and that the source misrepresents his words. He notes Filipinos sought Manila only to end Spanish rule, not independence. He also discusses Cuba and U S duty to Cuba before any move to transfer authority.
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Washington
Pettigrew
Aguinaldo
J. Tejandrino
Admiral Dewey
Bay
Hong Kong
Dewey
Preas
Tam
Sald
Helandrino
Manila
Spain
Montejos
Mack Tum
United States
Cuba
Rioters Destroy Mission Stations in Ho Nan Province
A Shanghai message reports rioters destroyed mission stations at Ho Nan including Siang Sien 8 Fa Chin Kino Shak Tien and King Tri Kurt. Missionaries are safe.
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Ho Wan
London
China Mission
Shanghai
Siang Sien
Chin Kino
Shak Tien
King Tri Kurt
Ho Nan
Washington officials dispute Goodnow dispatch source
Washington officials say Goodnow's dispatch appears mis transmitted and that the name Tenn should read Yun, governor of Shan Tun. the State Department after review questions the transmission origin of the message and treats it as a probable error.
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Washington
Goodnow
Prince Tuan
State Department
Connil eGneral Ooodnow
Trust Extravagant Wastes Bananas to Prevent Flooding
Nashville July 22 Following telegraphic instructions from Mobile the railroad dumped bananas in the right of way east city near the line. The action aimed to prevent market glut from heavy Amble shipments and curb price drops. Over 100 carloads of fine bananas were dumped near the city to stabilize prices.
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Nashville, Tenn
Mobile
Laulovidie & Nashiville Railroad
East City
Ind
Amwbile
Wilson Volunteers Hero of Santiago Goes to Fight the Boxers
Favorable action was taken on Brigadier General James H. Wilson United States Volunteers for active service in China. An order relieves him from duty in Cuba and directs him to proceed at once to China. Major General A. R. Cheaton commands the forces to China for assignment to a brigade. Denver reports the American Federation of Labor executive council adopted an appeal to wage workers to organize unions with the AFL.
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Washington
Spoue
James H. Wile
Denver
Wow
Vayss
American Federation of Labor
Togky
Coroner's tale and strange evidence surface in unrest trial
Fragmented text describes a case involving a caretaker, an undertaker, and accusations of ill treatment of an elderly man. The narrative mentions a demonstation, remonstrators, and allegations about a treasury scheme. Names and specifics are unclear due to OCR damage.
Government gold holdings reach peak at 427,498,482 dollars
Washington reports the government's total gold holdings rose to 427,498,482 dollars, including a lawful reserve of 150,000,000. The previous high was 42,258,009 dollars. The vault figures reflect a record stock in early July.
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Washington
Japanese Seek Damages for Plague Fire Losses
Passengers aboard the Steamship America Maru arriving from Yokohama via Honolulu include K Takuhira. Takahira conferred with Japanese at Honolulu to prevent their claims for damages from the burning of a portion of Honolua during the plague epidemic.
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Tidents
Honolulu
San Francisco
Cal
Yokohime
K. Takuhira
Tupac
United Takahira
Honolua
Millionaire Bets On Horse Race In July Chaos
New York July 23 A quirky note alleges millionaire Charles Doeiger arranges freak election bets tied to a November race. The issue mentions a wager linked to a Puritzer Stee event and a $100 dinner, with odd conditions about McKinley and reversed outcomes amid chaotic poolside chatter on Third Avenue.
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New York
Charles Doeiger
Bryan
Teddy” Roe
Ince McKinley
Third Avenue
Making Whisky in Prison
The article recounts prison life and illicit moonshine production within a tower facility, detailing inmate routines, attempted escapes, and a system of contraband. It also notes a separate sensational achievement of Mrs. June Lind say, who completed a 1,500 mile bicycle race in record time, finishing in New York.
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Cyder
New York
June Lindsay
Merced
Henna Cole and Tarsey to Visit National HQ
A fragmented notice notes Henna Cole and Tarsey traveling from Cleveland to the national headquarters in New York for a slated event on September 2. The item mentions a recreation and a marketing claim for Blood Bitters as promoting pure blood.
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Cleveland
Hanna
Seth Mape
New
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