Post argues against Panama Canal information bureau
The Washington Post decries a Washington triggered information bureau for Panama Canal reports. It sent a journalist to the isthmus to obtain impartial local observations. The Post questions the credibility of Colon telegrams and defends its own reporting integrity and independence.
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Panama Canal
Philippines
Panama
Mabig
Canal Zone
Mit
Colon
Stevens
Eng! Peer
Time to Stop This Thing in Spain and Our Press
A defense of U.S. restraint toward Spain urges self-respect and warns against blaming the Maine tragedy on Spanish officials. It argues McKinley would have secured Spain’s exit from Cuba without war, avoiding losses of soldiers and sailors and the Philippines entanglement.
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Spain
Spai 1
Hiebfon
Madrid
Maine
Chicago Inter Ocean
Cuba
McKinley
Philippines
Baling
The Land and Roosevelt Pace in Public Thought
The piece discusses Ireland's land reforms and crofters, hints at Scotland and England land questions, and analyzes U S politics. It notes Premier Campbell-Bannerman's potential measures dividing Highlands estates, and contrasts Roosevelt’s rapid presidency with conservative reaction. It cites Democratic shifts, Bryan’s rising favor, and the tabasco analogy for party evolution.
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Great Britain
Gladstone
Ireland
Scotland
Campbell-Bannerman
Highlands
Roosevelt
Washington
Louisville Courier-Journal
United States of America
Moore
McKinley
Courier-Journal
Che Pacy
West Virginia
The
Post
Bryan
Cleveland
Retired Hill Sees Political Currents Through Time
The article reflects on David B. Hill's Senate career and influence, contrasting two political schools, and wonders how earlier choices might have altered the White House. It links Cuba and Venezuela rumors to Sherman Bell and Castro, then shifts to Canadian trade, American imperial ties, and U.S. political history with sharp, period-voice commentary.
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David B. Hill
Senate
Wright
Marcy
Senara
Conkling
New York
Morgan
Grover Cleveland
David B. H
Chester Aa
Arthur
Republian Party
Mr. Hb
Ecome
David B. HI
All
Macaulay
Ike
Duke of Cumberland
de Fins
Marshal Daun
One Hundred Years Ago Today in Congress
A digest of scattered 19th century U S political musings with references to Kansas platform jokes New Jersey clergy questions New York Odell Republicans and bills on tobacco taxation peacemaker coal strike and postal aid amid miscellaneous international notes and humorous asides from the era
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New Jersey
New York
Odell Republicans
Wilson
Richard Yates
Congress
Midnight misdirection in Chicago romance scene
In a Chicago scene a man ignores hints from a woman who compares him to President Roosevelt fading as he leaves with coat and cane. A Chicago Tribune fragment shows Maria and a house routine later followed by a stubborn exchange about wakeup calls and independence.
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Chicago News
S “Archibald
Roonevelt
Roosevelt
Hls
Reflections of a Bachelor in a New York Press Piece
A fragment from the New York Press cites social witticisms about bachelor life. It notes that men may avoid talk when a wife handles house cleaning, reflecting dated gender roles.
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Houston’ Port
New York Press
Prince Louis Bonaparte a Russian general in France
The article argues Prince Louis Bonaparte, recently granted twelve months leave from Russian cavalry, remains a real menace to the French republic. It notes his status, popularity, and potential to destabilize amid church state tensions, while detailing Russia’s leniency and Parisian delegations seeking his guidance.
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Prince Louis Bonaparte
Japan
Nicholas
France
Russia
Great Britain
Louis Bonapparte
Vieter
Orleans
Linus Bonaparte
Porit
Paris
Eaders Hve
Louis
Victor
Napoleon
Duke of
Alexander
Romanoff
St. Petersburg
Justiat
Indigereet Agenta
Élges
Prince Louis
Republic
Uis
Prince
Lous
Thé
Czdr
Land
Prince’ Louis
Treaty Making Power Debate in North American Review
Senator Haven argues that treaty making is constrained by the Constitution and Senate practice. The piece notes presidents historically sought Senate advice before negotiations, stressing the need for deliberation and warning against unilateral action despite executive assertions.
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Haven
North American Review
Senate
Washington
Henete
Fragmented Word Salad From a Detroit Press Page
An OCR fragment shows garbled, stylized text with mixed letters and punctuation. It references Niko Kic, Shakespeare, Polander, and various jumbled phrases about prosperity, women, neighbors, and vigilance, but the overall meaning is unclear and remains incomprehensible.
Speculation Opens on Navy Bureau Chief Appointment
Naval officials weigh possible successors to Rear Admiral Converse as term expires. Commander Potter, acting chief, favored for the post due to familiarity with duties and prior leadership. Rear Admiral Brownson and Captain Pillsbury are also noted as strong prospects, though retirement timelines affect eligibility.
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Converse
Bureau of Navigation
Bonapents
Potter
Ehief
Bureau
A.strong
Brownson
Caribbean
Clover
America
Wisconsin
Pillsbury
Evans
Atlantic Reef
Navy Board to Display Hospital Ship at Jamestown Exposition
WAVY PREPARES FOR DISPLAY APPOINTS OFFICERS TO TAKE CHARGE OF FLEET A naval board plans to exhibit the hospital ship Belanger converted merchantman Bellet at Jamestown to showcase how the navy cares for the sick. The board includes Pillsbury chief of staff Atlantic Fleet and a Bureau of Navigation officer to discuss the plan.
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Athantic Feet
Pilsbury
Heet
Wll
Bureau of Navigation
Jamestown
T ‘Navy
McClintic Relieved From Laboratory Duty Frisco
Raval surgeon McClintic is relieved from laboratory duty in Frisco and assigned to quarantine station duty in San Francisco. Assistant Surgeon Olsen sails from New York and is ordered to Chicago reporting to the medical officer for quarters assignment.
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McClintic
T.B
San Francisco
Olsen
New York
Chisgo
Med Gal
Military officer reassignments and duties reliefs
A fragmentary report lists officers being reassigned and placed on temporary duty. Maj. Frederic G. Hodgeon moves to Atlanta to report to the Department of the Columbia as quartermaster. Col. Sumas and Lt. Jones also shift posts. Capt. Archibald Campbell relieves and will rejoin. other officers proceed to Fort Riley and Fort Duchesne for training and duties.
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Columbia
Frederice G. Hodgeon
Hoilgson
Aulanta
Col- Sumas
RL Jones
Gameral
Fécat
Joves
Vancouver Barracks
Wash
Perach
Department of
Thi
Columbie
Mastin
Fort Riley
Keno
Percon
Shelchtoper
Frederic H. Pommay
Carcaissary
Sam
Fe Horton
Robert 'd
Willians
Market ‘Street
Harrisburg
Iiport
Mtull Place
Archibald” Campbell
Artillery Corps
Upor Baing
Aly Prover
Willams
Medical Corpa
Army
Fort Duchesne
Utah
George H. Scott
Fort Barrancas
Fla
Cary. A. Sreddy
William “M
Naval Officer Movements and Appointments Report
Navy orders grant extensions of stationary leave and assign duties to Lieut Commanders Bartlett and Arnold. Midshipmen Eklund and Serviney receive postings to Boston and Princeton respectively. Vessel movements include transports at Norfolk, Bremmerton, San Diego, and other ports. Gen J Frankin Bell named Chief of Staff and to visit St. Louis with Maj. Gen. Corbin during stay.
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F. Wi Bartlett
Ennestranda
New York
Arnold
Pennsylvan Diawlet
Onghe
Belt
St. Louis
St. Tonss
Mass
J. Franklin Bll
United States
Davenworth
Kans
Henry, C. Corbin
Prez
Republic or Company Quits Prompts Liquidation
The Republic and Waters-Pierce companies face liquidation after stock notices filed in Iowa, Nebraska, and Indiana following ouster proceedings in Missouri. Standard Oil admitted ownership in New York testimony. Cleveland sails north with his party as health improves.
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Peases
Washington. Post
New York
Republic ‘Ou
Iowa
Nebraska
Indiana
Missouri
Hadey
Standard
Republic
Busta
Cleveland
North
Stuart
Fla
Dover Cleveland
Howard, McClerehan
Joseph Bryant
Notable Bel fast visitors at New Willard hotel in Washington
Prominent Bel fast figures Messrs George Gardiner and Andy Graham discuss Ireland’s prosperity and linen trade with a Post reporter. The talk covers North Ireland industry, shipbuilding, and US demand, plus political views on UK free trade, self-government, and domestic leaders. Also noted are Col Tom Morley and Gen James Clarkson among other guests and anecdotes about Boston’s hub and European noblemen.
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George “Gardiner
Andy
Graham
Belfast
Ireland
Gardiner
United States
Post
Iris
Cuba
America
England
United Kingdom
Joseph Chamberlain
Ponor
Heland
Washington
National Capital
Tom Morely
Kansas City
the Riggs
Boston
Gosson
Englannd
Ndy City
Gotham
Z Jom
Frisco
Golden Gate
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Parkepolis
Chicago
Adust
Boson
Gov. Cumback
Indiana
Cumbach
She Knew Her Business In Chicago News
An office worker visits a downtown jeweler after hours in his business suit. The maid jokes about dust as he gifts a ring. The jeweler docks him a month’s salary in exchange for the ring.
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Chicago News
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the Sun
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Moscow
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Lesa
Heef
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Belo Port Stoddert
di Ncte
Chicago Tribune
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Calla
Prince ‘Lows
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Louis’ Bonaparte
Marquire’ DE Fontenot
Hacante
Garo
Hy Averybody
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Urrah
Niko Kic
Detroit Frée Press
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Laine
Prise
Pointes
Cote
Ensler
Perreo
Tan
Naval
WAVY
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Sadmin
Trancisco
Princeton
San Diego
Choctaw
Worfolk
Dubwone
Din Guande
Republic OU
Gates
Ger
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New Willard
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Union
Croker
Tisway ‘Ay
Hal
Republic of
Uruguay
Grosvenor
New Mexico
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Raleigh
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Mr. Lewis
Newspiper Row
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