New Washington Area Summer Home of Ex Senator Henderson
Parcel near Washington known as Cherry Farm sits seven miles southwest of the city. Former Missouri senator Henderson owns the four room cottage with shaded verandas and a modern kitchen. The property, isolated on a winding road, includes a spacious stable and ample grounds suitable for horses. President McKinley and family are noted visitors and the area anticipates Henderson’s use as a summer residence.
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Churches to Be Extinct, Dixon Says None Survive 200 Years
Rev Thomas Dixon predicts the organized church will perish unless it reorganizes as society evolves. He argues traditional doctrines are inherited ideas rooted in control and abuse, and that faith communities must adapt or disappear. The piece includes a note about a local laundry offering sewing services.
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Retiring Ambassador Eustis Praises France and Liberty
Paris May 6 The retiring United States ambassador James Eustis spoke of Frances and its people after recalling to President Faure his recall. In an interview he contrasted French republicanism with U S constitutional government praising French liberty while noting autocratic tendencies and the limit on personal freedom. He admired French institutions and their resilience amid upheavals and warned against government interference in private affairs.
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Vigilance committees form to curb north Indiana thieves
Lafayette and northern Indiana towns debate forming vigilance groups to counter roaming gangs. Robberies rise in small towns lacking police protection as tramps are spotted along the Lake Shore road. Officials plan to meet to decide decisive steps to safeguard property and lives.
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Tax on Gum Debate Hires Wage Impact for Factory Girls
Report notes a proposed gum tax to raise revenue would lower wages of factory workers who chew gum. The tariff debates in Congress focus on a penny per pound duty, seen as benefiting consumers at higher prices while raising costs for workers and gum makers. The scene references amendments and political maneuvering as the bill moves through the House toward final consideration.
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Hale
Hood's Sarsaparilla Named Finest by Park Quarries Resident
Tuomas Warre of Freedom Pennsylvania testifies Hood's Sarsaparilla eased his headaches and fatigue after three doses. He notes improved energy at work and better sleep. The medicine helped his weak child eat, sleep, and become lively. Ad cites price and pious claims, urging readers to buy.
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Chicle Tax Sparked By Mexican Gum Controversy
Coneretmin Cooke of Tiltncia denounces new chicle duties as unjust and inflationary arguing the fixed price harms workers who harvest and process gum. He notes production costs rely on labor and processing, while a tax would hit women and children most and boost prices for consumers.
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Revolt in Cotton Yards Shifts North South Trade Ties
In Charlotte a new cotton trade dispute formed as southern yard manufacturers seek to curb cancellations and delays, proposing a fixed commission rate and mutual agreement on deliveries. The move implicates northern commission men and hints at broader tension between southern mills and northern buyers amid a shrinking market. The meeting drew North and South Carolina and Georgia weavers, signaling a possible shift toward northern purchasers and unsettled conditions for exporters.
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See a Silver Body President Fears War Over Silver
Washington report in The Herald quotes President McKinley and Secretary Gage warning that silver senators are agitating to trigger a war scare to restore the white metal. They say such a move would deplete the treasury, disrupt gold reserves, and force emergency measures to fund war and currency needs.
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Faith in Cuba's Cause Dr Webb Buys Bonds for Four Children
Mrs Susan Morse Perry, friend of Cuba Libre and granddaughter of Professor Moree inventor of the telegraph, reports that Dr W Steward Webb sent four bonds of the Cuban republic to present to his children Frederica V Webb James Watson Webb William Seward Webb Jr Vanderbilt Webb in memory of their great grandfather General Webb of Connecticut from the American Revolution. Leather Trust Declares Dividend in New York. The United States Leather company has declared a dividend on its preferred stock.
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Man in underclothes parade ends with hospital visit
In Baltimore Maryland George Bord a Richmond drummer walked from his hotel at noon in scanty garb drawing a crowd. He told Chief Froeburger the bells would toll for the world’s end and was placed under care at Baltimore City Hospital after the incident.
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Weather Observer Jennings predicts heavy rainfall next month
Weather observer Jennings warns a very wet June is likely after a dry May. He bases his forecast on May’s dryness and says July’s rain remains uncertain. He hopes rainfall will not be excessive and notes no widespread suffering.
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Grizzly for Europe lured from Central Park den
The largest brown bear from Central Park was captured yesterday for shipment to the Zoo logical Gardens in Berlin Germany. Keepers Snyder Tyson and Shannon coaxed the bear into a box with honey after a struggle that lasted about thirty minutes. The bear belonged to William Conk Ming, former superintendent of the Central Park menagerie. Ottawa Chautauqua Assembly, June 11 to 13, One fare via Santa Fe.
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Ten Years Sick Relief From Nervous Prostration
Miss Lulu Gleason of Onalaska Wisconsin reports improved health after using Dr Charcot’s Kola Nervine Tablets for ten years of nervous prostration and dyspepsia. She gained weight and relief within a month, praising the product and recommending its use at fifty cents to one dollar per box via retailers or Eureka Chemical & Mfg. Co La Crosse Wisconsin.
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Debating tariff bill opens with Aldrich speech in Senate
Washington May 26 The tariff bill debate began in the Senate with crowded galleries as Senator Aldrich of Rhode Island opened, arguing the House bill would not yield enough revenue. Senator West challenged higher duties, noting a treasury surplus and questioning the need for more taxation while urging relief for farmers and protection for manufacturers.
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Senator West Analyzes Sugar Prices And Tariff Details
The discussion centers on sugar refinery inputs and the Rhode Island Senator Aldrich tables, explaining how much raw sugar yields 302 pounds refined sugar and waste estimates. West criticizes lead duties, hears concerns on earthenware, wool, and agricultural export protection, and notes an executive-session adjournment after addressing tariff issues.
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Temperance Laws Promoted by Mass Meetings in Springfield
In Springfield Iowa May 26 clerical bodies press for stronger temperance education urging the legislature to pass the bill in its full strength. United States Senator John Palmer and Judge Wheeler presided as ten minute speakers urged the state capital to heed ecclesiastical petitions and convert them into law for child education.
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Presbyterians settle two questions on Dr Briggs case
The General Assembly decides not to sell its building in New York and to appoint a single secretary of home missions. The Briggs issue resurfaces in the Judicial Committee debates as Presbyteries were ordered to exclude Union Seminary students from their care, though many commissioners seemed unclear on the vote’s basis.
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Who Saw Willie Kennedy News of Him
Samuel F. Kennedy of Richmond Missouri offers a 25 dollar reward for information on his 12 year old son Willie Kennedy missing near Topeka. The card details the boy’s appearance including brown hair blue eyes and attire and asks notices to be wired to John C. Morris in Richmond Missouri.
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Quarreled Over a Bird Ends in Brother’s Death
Newton Massachusetts May 26 Albert and Berry Neale aged 8 and 12 living at Mingo quarreled over a pet bird that evening. The younger boy got a gun and shot the elder in the side. He wiped up the bread then left for the street and surrendered at midnight after confessing.
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Festival of Mountain and Plain fund drive gains support
Denver reports from soliciting committees show strong subscriptions for the Festival of Mountain and Plain. Last year’s donors rise to two or three times their prior gifts, with businessmen backing the effort as a solid business move. A Chinese residents' meeting on Wazee Street discussed a larger, more elaborate Chinese display for the program, with President Byers attending and merchants pledging improved participation.
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Greeks by the Ears Peace With Turkey Likely to be Fol lowed by Internal Strife
London dispatch notes Athens infighting as Turkey armistice ends. Officials may face inquiry over war policy ambulance and commissaries. Ethnike Hetairia under pressure but loyal, with 60,000 drachmas donated for Thessalian refugee relief amid political tension.
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State pays 5000 a year for raid claims relief
Failure of the last legislature to properly appropriate funds will force the state to continue paying large interest on Quantreil raid claims for at least two more years. The 1555 appropriations were 35000 for each year ending June 20, 1294. Of 190.8 in claims paid, 36250.24 was prison related and 434668 was interest. Principal declines 10 percent yearly. a 10008 appropriation will hardly discharge obligations totaling about 80000, with two years’ funding saving over 10000 in interest.
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