Metlakahtla Indians seek Alaska refuge and U S land rights
Julian Rapn details the Metlakahtla story from British Columbia where Duncan the missionary transformed a cannibal coast village into a self sufficient Christian town. He traces brutality under the Tsimshean code, Bishop Ridley’s clash with the Indians, and a push to move to Alaska for property and protection under the U S flag.
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Metlakahtla
British Columbia
Alaska
Duncan
Montreal
Pacific
William Duncan
Missionary Society of the
Church of England
Hudson's Bay Company
Fort Simpson
Pacific Coast
Victoria
Great Britain
Free
Ridley
Government of
Canada
Hudson’s Bay Company
Ottawa
Washington
Republic
England
Julian Rapn
Sticking Horses in Germany Show Case of Smart Shoes
The Leisure Hour describes a German blacksmith method for horseshoes. Holes are punched, a screw thread tapped, and a sharp pointed stud is screwed into the shoe for secure travel on rough roads. At the stable the stud is replaced with a button to prevent damage and allow safe exit.
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Germany
Rich fashions sweep New York as designers return from France
The New York scene glows with gowns and trims from Paris houses. Mrs Langtry's costumes in As in a Looking-glass dazzle with rose satin and gold embroidery while furs, hats, and buns ripple through the season. A blonde wearer's gray felt hat with white wings and silver fox boa draws attention as picture hats gain favor.
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New York
France
Velontine
Monte Carlo
Lena Despard
When Nicholas Died
The death of Emperor Nicholas ushered a freer era in Russia allowing open expression and academic debate. Herzen, though abroad, rejoiced for his country, and briefly celebrated by tossing coins to street people to incite cheers for the emperor's demise.
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Nicholas
Russia
Herzen
Twickenham
Richmond
Nich. Jas
Not as Homely as All That in Omaha Word
A brisk Omaha Word exchange notes a woman’s travels and independence. The dialogue features a daughter wary of solo trips and a counterpoint about Miss De Specs who claims world travel without insult.
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New York
Miss de Specs
Liebic Mat Extract Promises Vital, Restorative Tonic
An advertisement touts Liebic Mat Extract as a tonic and restorative for general debility and nervous disorders. It claims to improve digestion, appetite, and energy, and to stimulate milk flow in nursing mothers while aiding weak and sickly individuals.
Delicate females seek relief from digestive weakness
An old advertisement promises nourishment for the stomach and blood, claiming improved digestion and appetite, revived spirits, and lasting relief for women affected by weakness. It presents Extract as an excellent statute for food and sustaining life.
Restorer Promises Digestion Aid and Body Fortification
A Fresno Restorer touts its high value for frail individuals and those needing restoration. It claims to improve digestion of fats and provide fullness, roundness, and added robustness to the body.
For Sale By Druggists Across the United States
Druggists offer bottles at fifty cents each across the United States with one dozen bottles sent for five dollars payment paid upon receipt. The Charles A Vogeler Co Balin.
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The
United
United States
Charles A. Vogeler Co. Balin
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B. C
Uncle Sam
Womens Dreams
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Sion
Statute For Food
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