Progress of the Nation Under a Bimetallic Policy
George E Plumbe reviews the United States financial history from 1780 to 1873, praising the silver and gold standard era. He credits debt repayment expansion of territory railroads and commerce to a mixed monetary system and warns against demonetizing silver, arguing it harmed prosperity and national credit.
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Maid Servants Caps Worn In London Sparks Debate
In London a discussion arises over maid caps worn by house servants, seen as both a badge of honor and a symbol of servitude. Some claim caps protect modesty or identify staff, while others call them relics of barbarism and criticize their fashion.
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Ice cream on transatlantic steamers a costly American specialty
Americans claim ice cream is an American specialty and steamers between New York and Europe stock large amounts for three week round trips. Despite higher U S prices, ice cream is kept in vast quantities aboard while at European ports other provisions are cheaper. European ice cream is cheaper but not considered true ice cream by Americans.
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Natty Bathing Suits Described in Black Alpaca
The article describes natty bathing suits crafted from black alpaca featuring full skirts and trousers to the knees, full waists, a square yoke outlined with white braid, and short voluminous sleeves suitable for evening dress.
Summer Baths Bran Bags as Water Softeners
Summer baths benefit from bran bags that soften and sweeten water and refresh the ablution rite. They cost more when bought, yet homemade versions remain among the cheapest of toilet luxuries.
Harvard Crew Poised For Yale Contest Says W T Ball
W T Ball writes in Leslie's Weekly on Harvard and Yale rowing prep. Harvard under Coach Watson faces coaching doubts and potential overtraining risks. Ball notes past football and crew troubles, urges calm mindset, strength in quick starts, and predicts Yale’s pace with heavyweights may challenge Harvard’s stroke.
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Belmont and Riverton Victors In Pickup Basketball Matches
Belmont defeated Tioga 253 to 20 and Riverton beat Moorestown 91 to 30 in local basketball action. Pennsylvania University eleven defeated Harvard eleven 153 to 85 in Boston.
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