Ten Demands of the Powers in Chinese Dispatch
A Viennese dispatch cites credible Chinese sources stating Emperor Quangxu will accept ten demands by foreign powers. Indemnity of 70 million taels over sixty years, a memorial for Baron von Koetteler, a prince to Berlin to apologize for murder, foreign troops to guard Taku and Pei, punishment of Boxer officials, barring anti foreign districts from Pekin exams, abolition of the teeny yamen, open access of envoys to the emperor, end of arms imports into Chi Li, and destruction of forts near Shan Hai Kwan Taku and Pekin. The article then argues wealth and education must empower suffrage to prevent barbarism and anarchy. Hewitt.
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Quang Sw
Petin
Baron von Koetteler
Berlin
Taku
Pekin
Chi Li
Shan Hai Kwan
Congress Likely to Admit Oklahoma Grudgingly
The piece argues Congress has grown conserva tive in admitting states and compares Oklahoma to past admits North Dakota South Dakota Montana Washington Utah. It claims Oklahoma has superior population and wealth but suggests Congress will still admit it reluctantly due to political caution.
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Congress
North Dakota
South Dakota
Montana
Washington
Utah
Oklahoma
Missed Ads and a Burnsville Romance
A Dry Goods Economist quote warns intermittent advertisers miss cumulative value and brand visibility. Burnsville Eagle reports a local Burns ville lass rejects overly confident suitors, noting a girl’s glance does not imply romantic fixation and humorously cites neckties and socks.
Woman’s savings vanish as fare saved ends in leather
A terse quip notes that every time a woman saves a nickel car fare she ends up wasting it in live leather, implying thrift leads to squandered earnings rather than prudent use.
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Wine of
Cardal
One Minute Cough Cure Promises Quick Lung Relief
In an ad style note, the promotion claims rapid cure for coughs colds and lung diseases, stating the remedy is harmless pleasant to take and can prevent consumption. Named sellers Morett and Farthing Johnson and Buchanan.
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Morett
Farthing
Johnson and Buchanan
Judge Faircloth Dies of Angina and Bequest Details Revealed
The News and Observer reports Judge Faircloth died from angina pectoris. Streets yesterday carried word that his will leaves $20,000 to the Baptist Female University and after Mrs. Faircloth’s death the entire $100,000 estate goes to the same university.
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News and Observer
Judge Faircloth
The
Baptist Female University
It Girdles the Globe is Bucklen's Arnica Salve Ad
This old advertisement claims Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the best in the world, a perfect healer for cuts burns bruises sores ulcers and skin eruptions. It promotes the product as the infallible pile cure available for 25 cents a box at Blackburn's.
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Bncklen
Blackburn’s
Peace on Earth Amid World Powers Clash
The article contrasts the season of peace with actions by two major nations attempting to subdue a weaker country and erase its liberties, warning that sentiment is betrayed by aggressive powers seeking domination.
Notable Lowell firm advertises health torients
Fragmentary OCR hints at a Lowell Massachusetts catalog entry for a health product line from Hoop & Co. The text references delicate women and preventive measures, with unclear pricing and product names. The readable pieces imply a sales pitch for remedies or tonics, but specifics are missing.
Proverbs and moral sayings on temperance and manners
A Wilkesboro Chronicle excerpt chronicles assorted pious maxims on politeness temperance and prudence. It notes Peter Sheeman of North Stratford and a medical claim for Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. The item ends with Mrs Newton McCann of Edwards Township having quadruplets after earlier triplets, all alive and well.
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The
Wilkesboro
Newton McCann
Eadwards Township
Wilkeseounty
Chronicle
DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve Product Claims Noted
Miswritten lines warn against counterfeit DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve and suggest alternatives. The fragment mentions cures for piles piles now unclear and references brands Johnson Buck and Chamberlains tablets. The passage also alludes to stomach, biliousness, and headache remedies in a disjointed historical ad-like snippet.
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DeWitts
Dorham Herel quote on gun misuse and harm
Dorham Herel states that one great misfortune is a fool with a gun who always hurts somebody, underscoring the dangers of firearms and rash acts. This brief remark reflects concerns about gun violence and public safety.
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Dorham Herel
Messenger salutes North Carolina papers for new century
The Wilmington Messenger extends cordial greetings to North Carolina newspapers and wishes them prosperity in the new century. The note conveys warm wishes for growth and success in coming months and years. An unrelated medical ad follows offering Chamberlain's Liver and Stomach Tablets at 25 cents with free samples at Blackburn's.
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Wilmington
North Carolina
Chamberlain
Blackburn's
The Southern Tax Assessment Debate
The Southern Railway paid a substantial tax in the county and plans are underway to raise the assessment next year. The anticipated increase could trigger higher property values and broad protests as the community weighs the impact on railroad prominence and local finances.
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Southern Railway
Ounifovien
Groene
Lightning Struck Barn After Two Lightning Rods Noted
A New York Weekly item recalls a farmer claiming two lightning rods were installed by spring, but six weeks later his barn burned. The dialogue riffs on lanterns and nighttime danger, noting skepticism about evidence of lightning tools.
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Glang
New York Weekly
Deep Mystery of Mee tric Bitters Remedy Claim
An unsigned testimonial extols Mee tric Bitters as a cure for backache headache nervousness sleeplessness melancholy fainting and dizzy spells. A quoted user Phoebe Cherley of Peterson Iowa credits Electric Bitters with curing years of kidney trouble and restoring ability to work at age 73. The ad also notes other claims and promotes Blackburn's as a seller.
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Phoebe Cherley
Peterson
Blackburn’s
Dr King’s New Life Wills promoted for constipation cure
An ad-like fragment touts Dr King’s New Life Wills as a safe laxative and liver bowel expeller that allegedly cures constipation and headaches. It claims the product is harmless and priced at 25 cents at a Blackhorn’s location.
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Dr. King
Blackhorn's
University of Ranh Gaigina Education System Details
The Head of the State's Education systems outline three degree courses in Law Medicine and Pharmacy with teacher education at Lau School for Teachers. Tuition set at S00 with scholarships and loans for the needy. Minister's sons and vouchers eligibility noted. 62 students join summer school alongside 88 faculty members. Catalogues and information available via VENABLE President Chapel Hill North Carolina.
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Lau
Venable
Chapel Hill
N.C
Fine Nursery Fruit and Vine Sale in Morera North Carolina
W L Correy advertises a fine assortment of fruit trees including apples peaches pears and grape vines suited to the climate. Trees range from three to six feet tall and are offered at about one bar the price at other nurseries with delivery to the customer and further particulars by call or address in Morera NC.
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Tata
W L.correy
Morera
N.C
The Mother’s Favorite Quote and Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy
The text contrasts generous giving with wealth and praise for giving. It discusses Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as a safe, mother’s favorite medicine for coughs croup colds and whooping cough and notes it contains no opium. It mentions sale by Blarkbarn.
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Blarkbarn
Extirpator Claim For Catarrh Cancer Offers Cure
Dr CW Pripey, specialist in catarrh cancer and tumor at Hall's Mills North Carolina, advertises a 30 minute extirpation procedure to cure catarrh and cancer. He promises rapid healing post operation and money refunds if unsuccessful, with free examinations and prompt inquiries. The ad warns against inhalers and home remedies as dangerous and ineffective.
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CW. Pripey
Hall's Mills, N.C
Morning Post of Raverey NC Overview
The Morning Post of Raverey North Carolina markets itself as the popular priced morning newspaper with telegraphic and general news service. It claims special correspondents across the state providing a complete synopsis of state news.
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North Carolina
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