First White House birth of six active children record
Dispatch from Sharon reports Dr. J F Wideman of Mercer enters Congressional race in this district as a leading Mercer county Republican. The note also urges farmers to request last Penns agricultural reports from Hon E W Parshall and shares Elbert Hubbard’s maxim on timely action.
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Ex Gov Pattison Faulted for Deser tion of Straight Democracy
The editorial condemns Ex Gov Pattison for joining the Wanamaker Gordon McClure fusion, calling it old age foolishness and a sign of Democratic weakness. It notes Gen Gobin's announced retirement as a relief and says the GOP can endure his departure.
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Monuments for McKinley Planned in Several Cities
The papers discuss proposed McKinley monuments for Canton Washington Philadelphia Buffalo Cleveland and other cities. Funds are not yet secured with more talk than money at present.
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England’s naval loss and Boer victory widen world war woes
England faced another setback as the torpedo boat destroyer Cobra was sunk and 200 British soldiers were captured by the Boers in Africa. The Boers refuse to admit defeat, signaling continued resistance and prolonging the conflict beyond Britain’s wishes.
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Treasury secretary pays bond purchases boosting money supply
The secretary of the treasury has paid out over eleven million dollars in bond purchases and expects interest on bonds due in October. This will add nearly twenty million dollars to circulation, supplementing money market funds since the President's death.
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Buckwheat yield seen at 99 percent in government bulletin
The crop bulletin notes buckwheat at 99 percent condition signaling ample flour for buckwheat flapjacks. Corn and potatoes are scarce, but strong buckwheat output and good pastures promise butter supply for frying.
Strikes Do Not Pay, Say Steel Workers Losses Counted
It is estimated striking steel workers lost ten million dollars in two and a half months of idleness. Mill operators also suffered heavy losses but can bear them better than the workers, underscoring the harsh financial reality of strikes.
Autopsy reveals medical limits in president's death
The autopsy indicates gangrene and blood poisoning as the President’s cause of death despite skilled surgery. The Buffalo Express reports a growing crusade against the New York Journal with cities moving to remove it and arrest street sale.
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Tricycle for Sale Cheap at Mall Office
Child's tricycle in good condition offered for sale at the mall office. Inquire there for details and arranging pickup.
Canton Mourns as Nation Reels After President's Death
The Canton community and neighboring states gathered in solemn mourning for the late President. An estimated 100,000 people filled streets and trains to witness the homegoing with 6,000 state soldiers guarding the route to the cemetery. Residents describe deep sorrow, with every house bearing mourning emblems and citizens grieving a loved and honored leader.
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McKinley
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Death of Bishop Henry B. Whipple Revered Leader and Indian Advocate
The death at Faribault Minnesota of Bishop Henry B Whipple silences a prominent Protestant Episcopal figure revered as a diplomat and philanthropist. He championed Native rights among Sioux and Chippewa and earned the title Straight Tongue for truthfulness. He led Indian commissions and preached in England including Lambeth Palace. Born 1830 ordained 1850 bishop since 1858 he was 69.
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Young Roosevelts Enter White House
For the second time in U S history a president with small children has moved into the White House. The Cleveland children were too young to attract attention while the Roosevelts span from 18 to 314 years and are set to shape public perception.
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President Roosevelt Upset by Kodak Incident Outside Church
The presidency notes Roosevelt showed indignation last Sunday when a photographer tried to snap his picture after church. The remark implies many men are hard to catch entering or leaving services.
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Determined mood to wipe out anarchy religion across nation
The text asserts a nationwide resolve to eradicate the perceived anarchic creed. It argues earnest consideration has been overdue and endorses the sentiment that it is better late than never to confront the issue.
Harvard Chemist Offered Full Professorship in Germany
Harvard graduate Dr. Theodore W. Richards is named as the candidate for a full professorship at the University of Gottingen in Germany after a Harvard chemistry teacher received the offer last week.
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Roosevelt Rejects Call for Extra Session of Congress
President Roosevelt declines to convene Congress in an extra session noting there is nothing to do at present and acting promptly and wisely in the matter.
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Devil’s Island
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CanpipaTEs for Governor on the Republican Ticket
A slate of contenders emerges for governor on the Republican ticket led by ex Lt. Gov Watres and Rep Connell both from Lackawanna County indicating a strong party push in northeastern Pennsylvania.
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Engraved Cards and Wedding Invites at The Mail Office
An item notes engraving services for cards and wedding invitations offered at the Mail office. It highlights printing and personalization options and invites customers to place orders for special occasions.
Rice and Corn Offer Cheap Nutritious Alternatives
With potatoes rising past a dollar a bushel households face a substitute crisis. Rice and Indian corn provide more phosphates and protein, expanding meal options for the poor. Corn at 65 cents a bushel suggests strong diet potential to ease a potato diet and support muscle and brain development.
Telephone pooling to cut long distance rates hits Illinois
Independent lines join to offer five cent messages across northern and central Illinois with flat rates for business and farm users. Chicago remains under Bell monopoly with higher city rates, while advocates claim the move challenges the Bell dominance and expands service nationwide.
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Roosevelt on Protection in a Minneapolis Speech
Vice-President Roosevelt argues the United States must protect its own people while pursuing justice abroad. He endorses continuing a successful policy that benefits farmers merchants manufacturers and workers and supports reciprocal benefits with other nations when advantageous. He says policy should be stable yet flexible to treaty or law based on conditions.
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President McKinley Estate Valued At About 200000
The late president saved most of his salary and lived frugally. Before his 1896 election financial reverses wiped out his fortune, and friends helped him settle debts. He repaid about 100000 in all. He left 70000 life insurance, 100000 cash and securities, and a Canton home and farm valued around 50000, totaling the estate.
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Washington Timber Resources Understated Threats
Washington stands as the leading lumber state with about 200 billion feet of merchantable timber, enough to sustain current cutting for a century. Yet wasteful practices persist and future planning is lacking, mirroring declines seen in older states.
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Roosevelt Declaration Appeals to All Regions
President Roosevelt told Southern Senators and Representatives that he will have no use for sectional lines and will govern the whole people. The statement argues McKinley was not a sectional president, a claim aimed at uniting diverse regions across the country.
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Emigration of Swedes to the United States
The article notes that over fifty years about 856000 Swedes have emigrated to America and about 150000 to other nations. It states that only roughly 5 percent of US emigrants have returned to Sweden.
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