University of Montana gains momentum in three years
President Oscar J. Craig spoke to the Teacher's Association on higher education in Montana. Enrollment rose from 135 to 203, with six study programs and a preparatory school. The 40 acre Missoula campus hosts two new buildings, a growing museum, and a strong faculty as Montana educates its own youth.
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Oscar J. Craig
University of Montana
Teacher's Association
McDonald
Montana
Canada
Missoula
Democrats Split Over Imperialism and War Territory
Ex President Cleveland and Mr Bryan oppose imperialism but Democrats are divided on the question. Henry Watterson backs keeping all territories gained in the war, including the Philippines. Republicans are less split, yet fewer oppose territorial acquisition. If settlement is delayed, the requisition policy will dominate 1900 politics.
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Cleveland
Mr. Bryan
Henry Watterson
Philippines
Navy and Allies Admire American Craft Strength
The world holds a high opinion of the U.S. Navy and Britain recognizes its superb fleet. Spain is also moving toward acknowledging the American naval superiority.
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U.S. Navy
England
Spain
General Shafter Described as Very Large Man
The report notes General Shafter weighs about three hundred pounds and emphasizes he is an even larger presence than his weight suggests, underscoring his formidable stature.
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Gen. Shafter
The Poor Old Poet and a Fame Forged in Death
Eben E Rexford recalls a starving poet who dies denied entry to fame yet is later honored with a war drum and a laurel shaft. Children recite his poem in street games, a sweeter tribute than those who sought bread in life.
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Eben E. Rexford
National Magazine
Bread Charges Sparkled in London Dining Tale
An American investor visiting London discovers the stark contrast in restaurant bread service. In a famed London restaurant his private lunch ends with a blunt bread count question from the head waiter, revealing a quirky British custom versus American norms.
Bachelors face penalties under Argentine marriage law
Article notes a 19th century statute penalizing marriageable individuals who refuse proposals with fines up to £100 and government permission required to wed later. Exemption for under 20, and heavy tax after age 25 if still single, while both genders may propose.
Odd Ballads and Odd News from Historic Papers
A collection of brief, scattered notices and anecdotes from old newspapers. Items include social quirks about bachelors and old maids in Argentina, a parlor motto tale from the Parsons family, a street fakir's mustard “electric” belt scam in Ottawa, claims about steel ships carrying more freight, Welsh birth in London, and various medicinal advertisements for Shiloh’s Vitalizer and Karl’s Clover Root Tea.
Cure that cough with Shilohs Cure and 40 doses
Croup remedy Shilohs Cure claims quick relief with 40 doses priced at 26 cents sold by Matthews' Pharmacy. The ad touts a one million bottles sold last year and positions the product as the best cough cure.
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Shilon
Matthews’ Pharmacy
Shiloh
Croup
Navy record trip fuels demand for pocket size book
The 80 page vest pocket Army and Navy guide published by the Northern Pacific sells fast. It covers the U S Navy in an 18 000 mile itinerary and draws widespread requests from across the United States. Chas S Fee general passenger agent St Paul will mail the book for ten cents.
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U.S. Navy
Army and Navy
Northern Pacific
N. P
St. Paul
United States
Chas. S. Fee
St. Paul, Minn
Geyser Cream Sold at Matthews Pharmacy
Geyser Cream removes tan and freckles and is sold by Matthews Pharmacy. The note mentions availability and retailer without additional details.
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Matthews’ Pharmacy
Plain or A Birney and McPherson and McQueen
Fragmentary names listed likely as individuals connected to a local item or notice. No clear event, date, or organization is readable to specify a full summary.
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Thurspay
Baterea
Townsend
H. Eaton
OUR State University
London
America
Argentina
New York Ledger
Kansas City Journal
Ottawa
Chas. Lefever
Hyatt & Dorenry
Karl
Broadwater County
Senp
Messencer Jos Rooms
Townsend Messgnart
Townsexp
Messenern
the Townsend Messenger
Oregon
Ninth Judicial District
State of
County of
Broadwater
Gee, Kirwin
A. Birney, ‘Thomas B McPherson and
Angus McQueen
Planniiff
Get
Geo Lambert
E. H. Goodman
Plaintiff
Senator John J. Ingalls
Kansas
Prom Pho
N.D. Thompson Publishing
Bed Bros. UF
Sale
Ladies’ Buckskin Bicycle
Thos. & Fick
M‘cormick
W. C. Pierce
Northern Pacific Depot
Dewell
T. Paul
Minneapolis
Duluth and Fonts East & South
Seattle
Tacoma
Portland
California
Japan
China
Alaska
Klondike Chas
S. Fee
G. Past. Faul
WH. Brooking
Townsend, Mont
Caga
Antic Mail Alatin Valey Limited
West Bound
Pacific Mall
Gallatin Valley Limited
Pullman
Omaha
Kansas City
St. Louis
Chicago
Billings
Denver
H. F. Ruger
Helena
Mont
H. B. Segur
Com
IRON
Upper Broadway
W. Tierney & Co, Proprietors
White Sulphur Springs
Castle Mountains
Musselshell Valley
Judith Basin
Lombard
Castle Junction
Leadboro
Dorsey
F. Greene
Lomnarn
Mowr
Richard A
Harlow, V.P
G.M
Hevea
Taylor
DR. Terrill
Matthews Pharmacy
the Pioneer Press
THE
NEW York Herald
Associated Press
New York
Northwestern
Society of Civil Engineers
Tur Townsend
Messenorn
Whaley Brothers
IVERY
McCarthy
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