Political tumults and campaign references span Hartford dairy days
The piece hits the 1900 race with McKinley and his policies, Stevenson’s VP nomination and Bryan’s banner in Hartford. It notes the Kansas City platform’s waning influence, warns of market moves tied to European demand, and criticizes General MacArthur’s reporting from the Philippines as the administration weighs troop movements and policy in Asia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adlai E. Stevenson
Democrat
Bryan
Stevenson
Kansas City
Henry Clews
Wall Street
Europe
MacArthur
Otis
Philippines
Washington
China
Hanna
Political Debate Over Philippine Policy and Stevenson Bid
The article argues for immediate Philippine independence and a U S withdrawal, criticizing expansion and urging Bryan’s platform. It notes Democratic unity on Bryan’s vice presidential choice and contemplates Stevenson as a running mate, praising his cross party respect and past support. It highlights Republican private fears and calls for decisive U S policy in Asia.
Adlai Stevenson Nominated Again for Vice President
General Benjamin Harrison in 1888 led as a private citizen for four years before securing the presidential nomination. Now Adlai E. Stevenson, after four years away from public life, is again named for the vice presidency. He is in his mid sixties, a former congressman and ex executive branch official with a noted record in public service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David B. Hill
Adini B. Stevenson
Fin
Stevenson
Cleveland
Avery
Cain
Hartford Courant
Grover Cleveland
Benjamin Harrison
Citigen
Adlai BE. Stevenson
Bryan
Linois
Mr Bryan
Adial
Schurz
Senate
Passing remarks on politics and figures in 1900s press
A digest of political commentary notes Democrats in Kansas City showboat their ticket and platform as a preview for national aims. It cites the Philippine commission on adventurers, Boer independence, Porto Rican ration shifts under General Davis, Bryan money-policy appeals, and Croker's Tammany downfall as reported by New Haven papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Philippine Commission
Philippines
England
Davis
Mr Bryan
Bryan
New Haven Union
Croker
New York
Down Hill
Tammany Hall
New Haven Register
That Throbbing Headache Relief with Dr Kings New Life Pitts
Advertises Dr Kings New Life Pitts as a remedy for sick and nervous headaches. Claims the product purifies blood strengthens nerves and boosts health. Promises easy intake and a 25 cent price with money back if not cured. Sold by G L Dexter & Co druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr King
New Life Pitts
G. L. Dexter & Co Druggists
Curious Finger Nail Facts Starved From Crime Detection
A New York Herald report summarizes research on nails to help determine handedness in criminals. Dr Regnault finds right and left nails differ, with right nails broader for right-handed individuals and left nails broader for left-handed ones. The studies note nail width varies from one quarter to two millimeters and highlight tendencies by finger and hand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Regnault
Anthropological Society of Paris
A. Minskow
Miriskow
New York Herald
Woman Avoids Knife After Electric Bitters Cure
Mrs T. RB Wunt of Lime Ridge Wisconsin faced a dire abdomen and liver trouble with a surgeon urging a drastic operation. She chose Electric Bitters, took seven bottles, and was cured avoiding surgery. The medicine is praised as a guaranteed remedy for stomach liver and kidney issues selling for 50 cents at G L Dexter & Co's drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. RB. Wunt
Lime Ridge
Wis
G. L. Dexter & Co
Blue Laws of Connecticut Echoes of Old Puritan Justice
The piece surveys Connecticut blue laws as relics of Puritan severity. It recalls 17th century penalties including death for blasphemy, branding for burglary, ear lopping, hand injuries, pillory confinement, and fines. It notes origins in 1639 New Haven and lingering traces in modern law, preserving a memory of brutal justice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commonwealth of
Old Connecticut
New Haven
Connecticut
Newman
Monster Devil Fish Burn Remedy Ad
An old advertisement promises Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as the best cure for burns cuts and bruises from a monster devil fish. It claims to heal sores ulcers boils felons corns and skin eruptions including pile cure may be bought for 25 cents per box from G. L. Dexter & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bucklen
G. L. Dexter & Co
Man-Eating Shark Debate At Suburban Party
A Mississippi river pilot, Captain McLaughlin, recounts a 21 year old incident off South Pass where a tiger shark supposedly dragged a man to his death, arguing sharks will attack living humans. He contrasts the fate of Ericsson with the survivor Captain Wilson, inviting proof or doubt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McLaughlin
Bar
Mississippi River Service
Tom Wilson
South Pass
Zephyr
Bath
Switzer
Wilson
Miicason
Ericsson
New Orleans
L Times-Democrat
Grocer Explains Repeated Disappointments This Month
A recent statement attempts to explain why customers faced frequent shortages and delays from the local grocer over the past month. Officials cite supply chain hiccups and staffing gaps as primary factors influencing inconsistent stock and service levels.
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B. Plume
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A. M. Young
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Prapklin Farrel
George E. Terry
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Lal Telephone Gas
Galt
Waterbury
Charles Jackson & Son
Bank St Tock
O'Neil & Warner Practical Carriage - Makers
Golue
O'Neil & Warner
Sole
Stamford
Gale
Chester
Garrity
PH. Garrity
Bank Street
Telaphbar
People’s Market
Mike
Serring
Chicago
Ss. Bohl
Mt. Guilfoile
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Quailty and
Low Pricea
Evening Democrat
THE
Democrat Publishing Company
Maloyry, Abtror
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Currier
Temporatic
William J. Bryan
Yuice
Webster Davis
Adlai E H. Stevenson
Hartford Times
New Britain Herald
McKinley
Courant
War Department
Pryan
Colon Bryan
Philippine
Hawaii
Porto Ricn
Congress
McEnery
Spain
United States
Philippine Islands
Republican
Asia
Blue Laws OF
Credit Clothing Co
Bank, Cor
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Lifetime
Russia
Boston Shoe Store
South Main ST
Trott Baking Co
Swift
Swift and Company, Makers
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