Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse Demonstrates Wireless Telegraph Range
New York reports the Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse arriving from Bre men Southampton and Cherbourg used Marconi wireless to communicate nearly continuously during its voyage. Captain Hogemann and technician Kronkert described the test as the most complete Marconi demonstration yet with 66 hours of links to Lucania and shore stations, including forty mile separations and Nantucket lightship position fixes.
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New York
Bremen
Southampton
Cherbourg
D. Hogemann
Marconi
Herr Kronkent
Kaiser Wilhelm
Lucania
Newfoundland
Lizard
Herr Kronkert
Hegemann
Kron Prinz Wilhelm
Nantucket
Electric Bitters advertised as a cure all for women
A sensational claim notes Electric Bitters quickly cure backache headaches nervousness sleeplessness melancholy fainting and dizzy spells. Mrs Kebe Cherley of Peterson Indiana says it cured her kidney trouble and restored her ability to dress herself at age 78. The ad promotes relief from constipation and improved appetite with a 50 cent price at Noah Martins drug store.
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Kinney
Kebe Cherley
Peterson
Noah Martin
Lawton Letter Publication Prompted by Senate Speech
A Senate speech by Senator Hoar criticizing U S Philippine policy cites a letter from General H W Lawton to John Barrett ex minister to Siam The letter was sent to Mrs Lawton by Barrett and discussed for its candid view of the Philippine situation dated Manila October 6 1899 and addressed to Barrett in New York City The fragment begins with My Dear Sir and expresses desire for the truth to be known in America The piece highlights controversy over the salutation and content of the letter.
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U. S. Senate
Hoar
H. W. Lawton
General Lawton
Senate
John Barrett
Liam
America
Philippine Commission
Liver Pills Promoted for Digestion and Biliousness
An advertisement touts Ayer's Pills as a gentle laxative remedy for biliousness and constipation, claiming to improve digestion and relieve stomach upset with a mild bowel action.
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Ayer
Soldiers Letter Critiques Antiwar Propaganda in Philippines
The letter from AL W Lawton discusses hostile influences in the Philippines, blaming reports from America for prolonging fighting and urging truth to be spread. He defends pragmatic soldiers and encourages practical help, cautioning against exaggerated antiwar claims.
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America
Philippines
Boston
Gooch's Mexican Syrup Promoted As Cure All Cough Remedy
A customer testimonial from Piqua Ohio endorses Gooch's Mexican Syrup as a universal cough and lung remedy. It claims success for consumption and whooping cough, with a 25 cent price and a promise of refunds if not effective. Also advertised are Mothers Worm Syrum and Plieine for worms and piles respectively.
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Gooch
M. Fleming
Piqua
O. Gooch
Olympian Games Chicago Stadium Plans Revealed
Preliminary plans for a Chicago Olympian Games stadium outline a 75 000 capacity structure covering about eleven acres. The arena measures 800 by 130 feet with a roofed seating area and a rollable waterproof curtain roof for the arena, enabling quick coverage during storms and open air contests.
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Harry J Farber, Jr
Olympian Games Association
Chicago
Athens
Chicago Prepares Grand 1904 Olympic Arena Complex
The plan outlines a pillarless arena with flexible seating and a central hall. The venue will allow a full month of events, with top rows rising sixty feet above the arena floor. George Thompson and A G Spalding will direct athletics and select contests, aiming to surpass Athens 1896 and Paris 1900 in scope.
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Chicago
William Hale Thompson
A. G. Spalding
Globe
Spalding
Thompson
Europe
Asia
America
Farber
Athens
Paris
Harris
Kemp's Balsam Promoted for Grippe Sore Throat Relief
A remedy for grippe patients, Kemp's Balsam, is advised for throat and lung care. The ad urges buying now to prevent pneumonia, claiming it loosens coughs and reduces lung inflammation. sold by druggists for 25 cents and 50 cents.
Chinese Exclusion Act Toughens US Entry Rules
The Pacific coast delegation in Congress submitted a new Chinese exclusion bill described as highly stringent. It would prohibit entry of Chinese laborers from any insular possession of the United States and apply to those born there, those resident there at acquisition, and future arrivals.
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Pacific Coast
Congress
United States
To Cure a Cold in One Day Take Lavative Bromo
An advertised patent remedy promises a cure for colds in a day with Lavative Bromo Quinine tablets and offers a refund if it fails. The boxes bear H E. Westove’s signature. A Milton Iowa company forms to prospect for oil and begin work soon.
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Draggis
HE. W.stove
Milton
Iowa
Old Time Ad Praises Scott's Emulsion Patching Bodies
A vintage ad extols Scott's Emulsion as a neat repair for worn bodies from worry, overwork, and disease. It claims the product strengthens bones, blood, and lungs with premium materials and promises easy self-use and a free sample by mail.
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Scott
The Sunday School Lesson On Acts Three
Peter and John heal a lame man at the Beautiful Gate and enter the temple. Peter describes the miracle as God’s power, urges repentance, and explains the Messianic faith while applying the event to daily Christian practice. The discourse contrasts human weakness with divine power and calls for public praise of God.
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Peter
Jahre
Johr
Jesus Christ of Nazareth
God
Hhim
Slme
Tempe
Alec
Tame
Mar
Temple
Jerusalem
John
Peters
Matt
Jesus
Messia
Fragmented Riff on Politics and Personal Notions
A garbled column riffs on politics and opinion with scattered names and phrases. It mentions Gide, Meth, Morar, Trev, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and an audience, but the text is damaged, yielding few coherent facts or events.
Plagiarized Name Cards Spark Identity Theft Debate
A local dispute centers on a Mrs John Smith using John Smiths cards and name plates to supply other Mrs Smiths with engraved cards. The scheme involved leasing or reselling engraved plates and offered to share profits, highlighting concerns about misused branding and potential misrepresentation in the card trade.
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New York
John
John Smith
Jeby
John Sreich
Berestes
John Siths
John Souths
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