This Fragmented Column Mixes News Satire and Social Commentary
A varied set of vignettes touches on a New York policeman wish, Dr. Le Plongeon’s Yucatan claim, a rail accident proofreader, bicycle versus horse rumors, Japanese peril, quicksand digging, Armenian amnesty, sultan’s troops, a new fashion craze, bullfighting protests, bloomers at Toronto schools, Maria Barberi’s case, and fierce opposition to electric chair punishment for women. The piece blends social critique with sensational snippets.
Americans urged to reject a court presentation in England era
The piece notes Henry Labouchere’s stance that going to court is no advantage and that court officials no longer inquire about the many American women presented at English receptions. It argues Americans abroad should refuse such invitations and warns against lingering fantasies of court privilege.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henri Labouchere
Mr. Labouchere
England
Ays
Reign of New Blood in National League Pitches
A broad look at how many clubs rely on young pitchers and players this season as older stars fade. The Boston, Brooklyn, New York, Philadelphia and Cleveland teams showcase rookies like Dolan, Burrell, Cateher, Lampe, Hoffer, Pond, Mullarky, Anderson, Thompson and Everett, with Anson and Hanlon credited for discovering top young talent across the league.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bostons
Sexton
Dolan
Fullivan
Selee
Collins
Warner
Louisvilles
Nyce
Thompson
Chicago
Young Bannon
Scranton
Philadelphias
Young Lampe
New England
Baltimore
Hoffer
Buffalo
Hanlon
Pond
University of Vermont
Schmelz
Washingtons
Mullarky
Anderson
Mercer
Anson
Everett
Stewart
Detroit
Sioux City
Donohue
Moran
Lange
Decker
Dahlen
Kittridge
Griffith
Parrott
Ainemnati
Miller
Griever
Buck
Phillips
Pittsburg
Clingman
Cross
Gardner
Jordan
Genius
Sugden
St. Louis
Kissenger
Ed Hanlon
Otten
Louisville
Clarke
New Yorks
O'Brien
Byrne
Brooklyn
McCloskey
Wright
Cettinger
McDermott
Callahan
Shannon
Springfield
Bottoms
Dement
Jud Smith
Toronto
Eddie Bald A Leading Cyclist of Classic Distinction
Eddie Bald the prominent cyclist born in Buffalo New York in 1874 has risen as a key figure in class B racing. With world records at half mile one mile and two miles and a 1894 international one mile title he also won nine open mile races in a row and captured the quarter and half mile national championships at the Asbury Park league meet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eddie” Bald
New York State
Buffalo
Columbia
Asa Windle
America
Denver
Cal
San Jose
Golden Gate
Bald
Walter Sanger
Eddie Bald
Asbury Park
N. J
Baseball notes from The Diamond league chatter
The report highlights Piggy Ward of Scratton guiding Eastern league batsmen with Matt Kilroy and Tommy Bannon in pursuit. It notes Pittsbury's luck with lefties and mentions Joe Kelley and Captain Griffin in fines disputes. Cleveland plans to buy players, not sell, per President Robison. Roger Connor posts the top New York batting average.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Piggy Ward
Scratton
Matt Kilroy
Tommy Bannon
Foreman
Pittsbury
Joe Kelley
Capt
Griffin
League
Cleveland
Robison
Roger Connor
New York
Samuel A. Cook: Wisconsin Congressman-Elect from Sixth District
Samuel A. Cook of Wisconsin’s Sixth District will join the Fifty-Fourth Congress as a Republican with an unprecedented plurality. Born in Ontario in 1849, he served in the Union cavalry under Gen. Custer, later built a career in farming, lumber, and paper mills, and held Neenah mayor and state assembly posts before resigning business interests to serve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel A. Cook
Wisconsin
Custer
Wisconsin Cavalry
Calumet
Unity
Marathon County
Wis
Neenah
Death of Glave explorer honors brave path to Dark Continent
The death of Glave, famed African explorer and trusted lieutenant of Stanley, ends a life of perilous journeys. His last work for Century magazine, begun two years ago, was completed and its results awaited. He fell ill May 7 and was buried May 12 near a mission house in Africa. All honor to him and sympathy to his friends. Senator Quay’s overthrow prompts nationwide comment. Daniel H. Hastings becomes Senate successor and Pennsylvania governor.
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Glave
Staneley
Stanley
Alaskan
Gayety
Mission House
Africa
Particles in the Eye Simple Do's and Duds
A Hygenic Doctor excerpt offers eye safety tips and methods to remove foreign particles from the eye. It warns against rubbing the eye and exposure to bright light and sun. It describes lid manipulation, tearing, blowing the nose, and flaxseed remedy as relief techniques. It also cautions against lime and cement damage and recommends washing the eye with water and mild acids or bases as appropriate.
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Townsend Bwessenaer
Stout & Watt
Montana
Charley Fong Sing
Augustus le Plongeon
Yucatan
Japan
Omaha
Hosea Ballou
American Humane Society
Gullen
Maria Barberi
Reign OF New Blood
National League
New York Club
Wallace
Pace
Buck Ewing
Hicyelists
Matthew Stanley Quay
Senator Quay
Pennsylvania
Quay
Agnosticus
Kidder
Detroit Tribune
Hood
Impanuil
John Carle & Sons
Francis
Neb
NSI
Joan W.morryes
Washington, D.C
Carminer Usion Bureau
Patrice O'Farrell
Washington, D
Rochester
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