New Year Promises and Philippine Policy Debates
The Democrat notes New Year hopes and a double issue containing 16 pages. It highlights city and school officials taking office Monday and discusses Democratic plans, possible policy caucuses, and disputes over imperial policy in the Senate. It recalls McKinley era views on pet banks and a controversial treasury deposit arrangement, noting potential senatorial questions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunch
McKinley
Cleveland
Secretary of the Treasury
Gage
New York
Treasury
Bank
Senate
Jackson
Outspoken thoughts on Philippines war and global affairs
In passing remarks the piece questions U S ability to sustain lives for the Philippines and notes calls to keep a large army there. It critiques McKinley era politics and Boss Platt, questions Otis on Manila press freedom, and predicts England may sell bonds to fund South Africa war with Transvaal victory likely but costly. It ends with an ad for Belle Glove Cleaner at Duncan's pharmacy.
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United States
General Lawton
Philippines
Tim Woodruff
McKinley Root Combine
Boss Platt
Luzon
Otis
Manila
England
South Africa
Transvaal Republic
Duncan’s Pharmacy
Hast Majo Street
Mai
Mushrooms as Food Across Civilizations and Diet
A London Family Doctor note discusses the global use of edible mushrooms and their potential as a protein source. It references Patagonia and Africa where fungi are a staple, mentions Polyporus sacer worship, and cites chemistry claiming high nitrogen content. It contrasts meat nutrition with mushrooms and notes skeptical opinions from Kitchener and Pereira.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patagonia
Errade
Fuego
Rolbrausch
Ziegel
Thuringia
Kitchener
Jonathan Pereira
London
Millions Given Away by Dr King's New Discovery
Promoters of Dr King's New Discovery to Consumption, Coughs and Colds announce they have given away over ten million free trial bottles. The ad claims it cures asthma bronchitis hoarseness and all throat chest and lung diseases. Free trial bottle available from G L Dexter & Co druggists with regular bottles priced at 50¢ and 1.00, guaranteed or refunded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr King
G. L, Dexter & Co
England�s global holdings grow as population surges
Statistics compiled by Sir Robert Giffen show England controls possessions on five continents and accounts for about a quarter of the world’s population. The empire covers 13.0 million square miles with 420 million subjects, while UK population rises from 32 million in 1871 to 40 million today. Russia and Germany also expand, with Russia at 130 million and Germany approaching 60 million, and both nations increasing colonial reach.
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Robert Giffen
England
United Kingdom
Scotland
Ireland
France
Russia
Germany
Americans Most Polite At Michigan Central Station Debate
A light discussion among travelers in Michigan Central Station turns into a reflection on manners. A trio compares politeness across nationalities, praising English restraint, German distraction, French courtesy, and American instinct to consult and help women while crossing muddy streets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan Central
Detroit Free Press
Oan
America
How Did Manny Know
Emanuel Levy the industrious drummer in western New York seeks rest after a long day’s route. A cloaked hotel shortage forces a cot sleep in a secluded room where a dead guest is found, revealing safer hiding spots and the dangers of lodging with travelers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emanuel Levy
New York
Emanuel
Rochester
Samanuel
Manny
Fhiold
Levy
Billy
Why advertise better quality if price is same
A trade discussion argues public will buy the better article even at equal price. Marketing focus on proving Wake is best to win long term profits. It cites Chamberlains Cough Remedy as trusted by long-time users, with apothecaries hall company and G H Burpee & Co as sellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Sonnenberg Piano Co
Bank St. Waterbure Ct
A. W. Skinner
Mer
Aus
Apothecaries Hall Co
G. H. Burpee & Co
Swordfish Duel Off Santa Monica Pier
An observed swordfish clash near Santa Monica shows ferocity and skill as two large fish surge and strike with their swords. One blows through the other's side, the duel ends with the victor impaling the foe and tearing free its weapon as they part. Also mentions patent remedies for indigestion and farm accidents without graphic detail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Monica
Los Angeles
San Francisco
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Greater N.Y. Grocery Co
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L. Trudell
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Bank S'r
Turkeys
Menold
South Main ST
Felephone
Stamstar
Scowves P. H. Garrity
Bank Street
Bovaton’s
Brooklyn District
the Democrat
M. Maroney
the Democrat Publishing
Maloney
MacHinley
Congress
Italy
Wurtemburg
Thomas
Kimball School
the Colonial Trust Co
Waterbury, Conn
Legal Depository
Denker Street
Mauks & A. M
D. S. Plume
J. H. Whittemore
Vica-Pass
G. M. Woodruff
Louis N. van Keuren
Sac
Prums
A. J. H. Warriamens
A. M. Yours
G. M. Woopruff
R. A. C. Suite
Cantos Frewcu
Warton Fencuson
Frankiuin Farnet
Grorce E. Tsrar
E. M. Borman
Waterbury Umbrella Mfg
Qak
Charles Jackson & Son
Bank ST
R. N. Blakeslee
T. E. CU
Glass Catering
Rea
Credit Clothing
Lank Street
Waterbury
Freedman’s Bargain Millinery
WM. Cottle
N. B
Old Dominion Line
Norfolk
Old Point Comfort
Richmond
Washington
Virginia
North Carolina
Old Dominion S. Ss. Copipany Pier
North River
H. B. Walker
J. J. Brown
Budweise
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Exchange Place
Main Street
Universall
Fane
Anes
Boston
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