Spain and United States war talk and civic notes in 1898
A garbled 1898 newspaper snippet discusses Spain and the United States, war aims, and peace terms, with notes on Governor Miles, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines. It mentions Spain’s possible indemnities, Pope and Kaiser William, and English naval spending, plus local items on a Boston municipal band and Vermont’s political leanings. It also touches on Montauk Point as a recuperation site for troops and quixotic social quips about picnic guests.
War era quotes and quips echo in Fighting Bob Evans tale
A compilation of quotations from naval and military figures linked to the Maine era. It weaves attributions from Dewey to Schley, Hobson, and Shafter, framing a historical voice of courage and caution amid wartime tension.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maine
Washingtonewill Asake Srainien
Bob Evans
Sebley
Fragmented 19th Century Miscellany Snippets
A jumble of quips and local notices appears in this historical page fragment. It includes stray phrases about soap requisitions, measles in a child named Alphonsy, barber tales, and a string of aphorisms and miscellaneous quotes from various local papers.
Old papers surface from 1788 advertisement issue
In Emporia on July 20 186? a local note says a brother captured a paper titled the Chinmian Museum and Bavanneh Advertiser printed October 14 1788. It features a column of advertisements for sales of enslaved people just brought from Africa.
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Emporia
N.E
Chinmiian Museum
Bavanneh
Sherman
Savannah
Africa
Hood's Sarsaparilla Advertised Cure Excerpt
A Marion Kansas shopper recounts suffering severe stomach trouble unrelieved by medical treatment. After trying Hood's Sarsaparilla, five bottles restored health, with benefits also seen in catarrh and impaired blood in family members. The ad urges buying Hood's Sarsaparilla only and notes the price at one or five dollars.
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Hood
D. L Williams
Marion
Kansas
Miniature Sirocco Strikes a Rye Field in Kansas
Dennis Sullivan of Saline County reports a strange wind driven episode in a west Brookville rye field. He describes a sharp gust tearing leaves and grain, striking a calf and leaving the field battered. Sullivan fled, recalling a family curse tied to distant lands and his father’s death.
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Dennis Sullivan
Brookville
Sullivan
Cox
Petoh
Tre
bin Sullivan
Ukroota
Ike
County
Tere
Berhond
Bath house planned for Little River park area
Wichita July 20 design of a new bath house on the Little River advances. Citizens led by Ol Shultz and Rufus Cone with park commissioners plan a front loading structure above Oak Street bridges to serve 800 bathers with 120 foot long building and 22 apartments. A policeman and lady attendant will oversee operations in a public enterprise to enhance park attractions.
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Wichita
Little River
Ol Shultz
Rufus Cone
Park Commissioners
Oak Street Brides
Muita
Appointment rumors swirl for city cathedral post
July 20 report from Leavenworth outlines rumors on the appointment to Father Cunningham’s successor. Father Ward of a city church is said to be named, with past service as assistant at the Cathedral ten years ago. Other candidates include Father Boyle Murphy and Father Harriman, with family ties noted.
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Leevenworth
Father Cunningham
Father Ward
Ihteme City
Ian
Wie Cathedral
Puther Brhoster
Yeatering
Etathion
Csase City
Father Boyle Murphy
St. Benadlet
Hydrophobia From Stock: Young Man Stricken Near Mineral Point
A strange case reported near Mineral Point in Avison county. Thomas Nuckols, residing nearby, says a young man whose father owns a ranch northeast of Weet Phalla contracted a disease after tending sick cattle. The illness resembles hydrophobia, with rigors and extreme violence requiring constant care. Recovery is doubtful as about a half dozen animals on the ranch died from the same illness.
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Mineral Point
Avison County
Thomas Nuckols
Burt Funing
Wavon
Weet- Phalla
Nuckols
Letter From Jacob Hildebrandt From Johannesburg
William McSweeney of Leavenworth received a July 20 letter from her brother Jacob Hildebrandt in Johannesburg, South African Republic. He denies a circulating report that he was arrested and sentenced by the English government, says his fortune improves slowly, notes Johannestown’s decline, and plans to move soon to another city.
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Leavenworth
William McSweeney
Second and
Market Streets
Jacob Hildebrandt
Johannesburg
South African Republic
Jake
Hildebrandt
Riches and plans of Hildebrandt in Jubanheslure
The text notes Hildebrandt finding fortune in Jubanheslure after reports in 1883 of riches near Sith Attica. He says his wealth grows gradually and that he expects to spend the summer in the city with his brother. He anticipates prosperity and goodwill among friends here.
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Sith
Attica
Hidebrandt
Jubanheslure
Torror
Hildebrandt
Murdock to Become Postmaster in Wichita Office
Wichita July 2. Colutt Murdock will assume control of the Wichita post office next Monday as the change in postmasters takes effect. The outgoing official’s term expires June 30 and the new postmaster received his commission just before the handover. George Locke remains as assistant, with E B Sowert assisting, and minor changes are expected later.
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Wichita
Tuledo
Colutt Murdock
Nie Locke
George Locke
Colonel Muntock
E. B. Sowert
Birby Bank Dividend Flagged For August Payout
Bank condition nearly same as last night says Malleck with $15,000 added in wash reserves. First dividend expected at least 3 percent on August 15. Eighteen depositors held over 1,050, none over 2,000, six over 4,000, five over 4,008, four over 5,000, three over 9,000. Woodbine Hardware county sale appears with 9,950 in deposits.
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Halleck
Malleck
Dank
Woodbine Hardware Company
Lunatic at Large Escapes Before Asylum Trial
Hutchinson July 20 Judee Stuart reports from Tapeky state asylum that Henry Vorel can be admitted there. Woxet ty the Reno county four man escaped the night before his sanity trial. Witnesses testified the man was insane. He has not been heard from since the night of escape and will be sent to Topeka when found.
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Hutchinson
Judee Stuart
Tapeky
Henry Vorel
Topeka
Kansas Boy With Dewey Gunners From Reno County
Hutchinson July 30 report features Reno County youths serving with Admiral Dewey. A Merriff of the county writes home on Manila affairs while Harvey county’s Charlie Cavanaugh also serves with Dewey. A shipboard letter, mailed from Hong Kong, describes the battle in graphic detail and a religious reflection on the great event. The piece notes Merrill’s pride in her nephew and teases a Kaw Valley Feature at Lawrence.
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Hutchinson
Hareman
Mia HA
Merriff
Dewey
Fidet
Munila
Chariie Cavanaugh
Harvey County
Hamman
Wtter
Manila
Hy Iso
Hong Kong
Mire ‘Merrill
Bicycle Day Parade Plotted by Gill Lane Wheelmen
A local bicycle association discussed a plan yesterday afternoon to hold a bicycle day in Gill Street, with a street parade illuminated by lights and a sequence of events. If approved, wheelmen will arrange specifics locally and coordinate through town, with further bicycle rides and related activities planned for the next day.
Brata Ball Player Escapes to Galveston
A Wichita ball player named Ciqude Haras reportedly assaulted a small boy Tapaiind Taidabes Friday night. A state warrant was issued, but Haras fled to Galveston after being hired before leaving Salina. Wichita express agents anticipate arrests and charges may be brought in September federal term to test Kansas law.
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Aalina
Ciqude Haras
Wichita
Tapaiind Taidabes
Galveston
Salina
Express
Internal Revenue
Hey
Ube Enses
Kansas
King of Tank Dramas at Madison Square Garden Naval Show
New York reports a grand tank drama set for Madison Square Garden. Manager Frank W Sanger and Secretary of Spectacular Fame outline an American naval show reenacting Spanish American War battles with a 1.6 million square foot lake, 300 workers, and rehearsals set to start, promising a cool, vivid spectacle beginning August 5 with two naval engagements.
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New York
Sylvester Scovel
Santiago
Europe
United States
Juan
Midison Saunre
Frank Wsanger
Secre Rirally
Spain
Sch Furn
Furce Jally
Money awaits peace in Harrisburg report
There is a marked drop in the state department’s business during the last three months, blamed on wartime disruptions and the prospect of early peace. Officials expect the United States will assume control of Cuba, Porto Rico and the Philippines for years, leaving few capital investments open.
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Harrisburg
State Department
Spain
United States
Cuba
Porto Rico
Philippines
Remark of Investment Opportunities in Pennsylvania Markets
A fragment discusses seizing opportunities to present investments in new enterprises in Pennsylvania. It reflects on mid period conditions and compares with the previous year’s business environment. The text hints at a general call to capitalizing on emerging ventures and market timing.
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Nesy
Pennsylvania
Deaf Mutes Quarrel Ends In Public Ambush On Street
In San Francisco a July 2 street quarrel between deaf mutes erupted after a spoken exchange near Van Ness and Eddy. A pantomime dispute escalated with stinging taunts as two men clashed, drawing bystanders. No threats or serious injuries were reported, and authorities did not intervene.
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San Francisco
van Ness and
Eddy
Sigmund Hota
Captured: Big Negro Soldier Killer in Treetop Scene
Report describes a violent capture of a previously elusive assailant amid chaotic battlefield debris. Soldiers, surgeons, and relief workers tend to the wounded as a dramatic search unfolds near the riverfront. A reconnaissance team secures the suspect while onlookers witness the aftermath.
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North River
San
Chautauqua Circle Hosts Lecture on Plain Living
In Alumni hall the Twentieth Century Chautauqua circle held its nest reception with Bishop Vincent delivering a brief address. Mrs Emma B. Ewing argued against plain living asserting that strong food is needed to nourish brain cells and criticizing boarding house practices as poorly prepared.
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Chautaugua
Chautauqua
Alumni Hall
Bishop Vincent
Hmma PB Ewing
Ewing
Poisoning via Love and Vitriol Soap Targeting Carrie Mann
Miss Carrie Mann of 1009 Shields Avenue Englewood, a social figure, was poisoned by a soap sample sent under disguise by a rejected suitor. She is recovering, with facial and arm eruptions still visible, in a case described in local society circles.
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Chicago
Carrie Mann
Shields Avenue
Englewood
Alered
Police notice on Englewood matter involving Miss Mann
A 27 year old Miss Mann, daughter of Frank Senn active in Englewood politics, refuses to identify associates after alleged poisoning with vitriolic substance. Neighbors describe a quarrel with a nearby businessman living at 2 Michigan Boulevard and 60th Street as motive, with medical analysis confirming toxic material.
Masconomo Maiden Voyage Amid Giant Icebergs Report
The steamer Masconomo’s maiden trip near Sundérland passes amid towering icebergs over five meters high. A large berg breaks apart as Masconomo steams by Capt. Jenkins notes a roaring noise before a pinnacle collapses. A turtle submerges the stern as water churns in the wake. Garfiel d park concert announced for tomorrow.
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New York
Sowtwandkend
Tita
Sundérland
John Jenfilms
Korisitite
Bergen
Masconomo
Jenkins
Garfield Park
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Frank
Maclennan
Witarthe
Kan
Ras
Carrier Mai Wiese Mudi Bs
Ccopeer Folkiy
Seaes Opeeene Premanint Homika
Badholey
McKinsey
Canaries
Miles
Yexeeia
Biack
Tammany and
Duyittenet Hii
Italy
Colombia
Pope
Joseph
Kaiser William
England
Axuialdo
Cnled
Boston
Wolfe Durty
Vermont
Buchanan
Wes
Atmerice
Lures
Philadelphia Times
Montauk Point
Army Sea Air
Musterk Pont
Long Yeima
The
Atchison Globe
Ada
Tun
John
Pont
Clark
Oregon
Etratesy
Trexktast
Fet
Nich Ninaay
Prince Henry
Germany
Schiey
Tron
Allen K. Capron
1Trough Eiders
Colonel Wood
Flushev
Shatter
Fientibe
Corbin
Alevr
Buckes
O'Neill
Tong
Walit
Bevis
Philip
Laeterran
Cervera
Wey
Censer
Empouria Republican
Thrashine & Bus
Emporia Republican
Little Alphonsy
Toll Register
Arkansas City Traveler
Chicago News Proverbs
Alwrut
Kansas News
Saline County
Kirby Bank
Pather Ward
Eansan
South Africa
Maria Tere
Harper's Weekly
Carlton T. Chapman
Harper & Brothera
Murdock
Will
Birby Bank
Reno County
Lawrence
Kaw Valley
Louis Benzing EE
Ava
New York City
Alere
Runkel
Mount Joy
Veum
Sinepeh
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