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Newspaper
Algona Republican
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1899
Page
6
An advertisement touts Kilmer’s Swamp Root as the cure for kidney and bladder troubles including Bright’s Disease. It claims broad testing in hospitals and private homes, offers a free remedy sample and a book, and notes the regular fifty cent bottle and larger sizes sold by reputable druggists.
Dwight L Moody, eminent evangelist, died at his Northfield home at noon after a long illness. Family at bedside, he spoke of leaving his sons work to do, urged care for Northfield Mount Hermon and Chicago institutes, and died peacefully as observers noted his final prayerful moments. The cause was progressive breakdown from overwork, with recent westward meetings triggering the crisis.
Washington dispatch reports a call issued by the Republican National Committee directing a national convention of delegated representatives to meet in Philadelphia on June 19 1900. The call invites electors and party adherents to unite for nominating candidates for president and vice president with delegates allocated by state and territory. The text includes procedural details and references to alternate delegates and officer roles.
Rome, Dec 26. Pope Leo XIII solemnly opened the holy door of St. Peter's at 6 o'clock, in a ceremony in the vestibule and Sistine Chapel. Dignitaries, clergy, and guards witnessed as the pope, robed and bearing a crucifix, delivered benedictions and prayers, then blessed the city with the plenary indulgences amid bells and crowd cheers. The pope appeared pleased yet fatigued, delivering the three hammer blows to the door.
The article notes Congress in Washington yesterday advancing a broad pension reform effort. It mentions Mr Allen and Senator Fairy Banks with figures related to the plan and funds, indicating continued debate and financial discussions surrounding United States pension policy.
A lettered advertisement touts Swift's Specific as a cure for cancer, arguing cancer begins subtly and is incurable by surgery. It cites testimonials from patients in Winston and Atlanta, claims hereditary cases cured after taking eighteen bottles, and offers a free book from the Swift Specific Company.
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