Chicago heat drives prostration cases and money moves
The piece notes five heat prostrations in Chicago this summer and urges those with Troy property to sell now while others buy. It comments on the U S silver dollar becoming legal tender in Porto Rico and humorously on American money abroad. It mentions a St Louis couple duplicating a marriage license after theft and criticizes streetcar shortages in St Louis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
United States
Porto Rico
Ilinois
St. Louis
Unclear colonial ad peril in Manila newspapers
The fragment notes that Uncle Sam’s attempt to civilize the Filipinos may fail, while Manila papers show few ads except loud beer and whiskey promotions, suggesting strong commercial signals amid imperial influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
Manilla
European Press Skepticism Over US Demand to Debt Turkey
European newspapers question the right of the United States to compel the Turkish government to settle an acknowledged debt. The text asserts the US will not be influenced by European presses or governments and will not be deprived of any leverage over Turkey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
New Postal Rule Requires Return of Misdelivered Mail
A newly enacted postal rule requires anyone who finds mail not his own to return it to the post office immediately. Noncompliance carries a fine up to 100 dollars or one year in prison, applying to all classes of mail matter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentucky
Metropolis Herald
Mayaville
Private Judgement and Free Thought in Public Debate
The piece argues that individuals should hold private convictions without others prying and urges tolerance of opposing views. It cites Mill and advocates calm debate, avoiding insults or social pressure, praising Franklin and Gladstone for tactful persuasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bishop Williams
Connecticut
Charles F. Wingate
Philadelphia
Saturday Evening Post
Franklin
Matthew Arnold
Gladstone
A Writer Praises Kind Words and Cautions Against Lies
A writer extols the happiness born of kind words and the harm caused by unkind words and lies. The piece notes rumors of a Cuban insurrection in Santiago Province, suspected to be led by professional insurgents with a disorderly life, and warns of a future crisis if the country must suppress another uprising.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perdition
Trerys
Santiago
Nation Feels Shock Over Secret Naval Shell Discovery
Reports from Indian Head proving grounds describe a new shell that pierces heavy armor as if wood. Sen Tillman publicizes the finding in executive session. Navy secrecy aims to delay confirmation while the public learns of a potential naval game changer.
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Tillman
Navy Department
Secretary of the Navy
Mr. Tillman
Senate
Colt Burton
Army
C. W. F. Neeley
Inspector General
Washington
Root
Post Office Department
War Department
Neeley
Congress
Naval Academy
Academy
Foraker
Ways and Means
House
Secretary of the Treasury
Committee On ‘Labor
Gov. Roosevelt
Col Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Canal ‘Commission
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Farvis
Troy
Illinois
St. Louis Republic
Imen
Buck’s. Range
KOR
Underteking
Embelming
Bosdm Reégligéa
J. M. Hawley
TE An Pass
Odd Fellows’ Building
A. Heddergott
General Merchandise
West Clay Street
Telephone
Reliable Store
Statuls
Main Street
In Yan
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