06 Dec 1898
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1898
Page
1
A local ad touts ready to wear clothing with headline style lines urging readers to visit for suits and overcoats. The message promises low prices, good honest goods, and guaranteed satisfaction in style, fit, quality, and price.
Our stock of shoes is one of the most complete in the city. We say complete because we have any size and width for men, women and children. We carry the Rock laid ling line, praised for durality, comfort and medium prices for high grade goods. We defy any competition in the shoe line.
Our stock of hats comes in latest shapes and styles. We sell hats for 2.00 dollars each and will match competitors from 3.00 to 4.00 in price, matching shape and quality. See our hats before purchasing.
President McKinley speaks to Congress amid Cuba conflict and naval disaster, praising wartime unity, national prosperity, and strong finances. He cautions against interventionism and emphasizes independence of Cuba, while noting the Maine tragedy, pacification challenges, and the need for firm resolve to end disorder in the Caribbean.
The passage recounts the April 21 1900 declaration of war after a Senate vote 42 to 35 and House approval, the recall of Spain’s minister, and subsequent severing of relations. It notes the swift Madrid notice, Woodford's recall, and the U S posture toward war, with a later brief summary of key events and aftermath. The narrative also touches on the U S preparations for the Paris Exposition and the role of Commission actions led by Ferdinand Peck and efforts to expand U S display space and funding.
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