Porto Rico tariff fight spurs debate on presidential power
The Daily States argues that freeing Porto Rico from tariffs would be a just act yet warns the move concentrates power in the president. It contends Congress should guard constitutional rights and cautions against trusts swaying policy. The piece contrasts press reports from Washington with Governor Allen’s claims on revenue law and potential proclamations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
McKinley
Porto Rico
Supreme Court
Congress
United States
Allen
Athens Celebrates University Centennial With Modern Progress
The report highlights regional growth with North leading rail mileage gains and South catching up. In 1860 rails totaled 9,525 miles, rising to 491,757 by 1899. By 1800 North held 81.8 percent of national mileage. by 1899 South retained over 26 percent in its original area. Athens centennial events generated statewide attention as alumni praised paved streets, electric cars, and hospitality during the reunion, boosting Athens reputation as a premier southern city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North
Pacific
the Times
Athens
Deafness Cure Claim By Constitutional Remedies
An advertisement claims deafness stemming from inflammation of the Eustachian tube can only be cured constitutionally, not by local applications. It asserts nine of ten cases arise from catarrh and offers one hundred dollars for any catarrh deafness not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure, with circulars and products promoted by FP J Cheney & Co of Toledo, kept by druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
FP. J, Cheney & CO
Toledo
Maud Muller Meets Judge In A Tandem Tale Of Love
A comic verse recreates Maud Muller on an old bike as a judge pursues romance. The judge compliments her form then proposes a chained life together as husband and wife. She agrees, but must toil as the duo ride on together, while the judge shirks work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kaneas
Maud Muller
Maud
Catealadies
District Court
Mand
Maude
Hall's Great Discovery advertised as kidney cure
An 1898 advertisement from Covington Georgia touts Dr Hall's Great Discovery for kidney and bladder troubles with claims it cures gravel discharges and weak backs. It promises mail delivery if not sold by local druggists and includes testimonials from H S Horton. Also news briefs cover a murder acquittal in Rusk Texas and a Covent Garden debut of tenor Dr Marehi.
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Hall
E. W. Hall
P. O. Box
Louis
Covington, Ga
Dew Maton Penur
Lexpos
Covent Garden
Dr Marehi
Maurice Gira
Sosa
In Memoriam Amelia Cox Collected Tribute From Columbus Writer
W L Wootten of Columbus Ga remembers sister Amelia Cox who died January Jane th in Athens. He praises her life as wife mother and teacher, her devotion to family and God, and promises reunion in heaven. The piece blends devotional reflection with family loss and hope.
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Hinson
Amelia J. Cox
Athens
Jane
W. L. Wootten
Mason and Dixon line marked for cast iron markers
Relocation of the Mason and Dixon boundary proceeds with cast iron markers replacing damaged wooden posts and towe monuments. Pennsylvania appropriates 7000 dollars and Maryland 5000 dollars for reset and repair, under Dr W C Clark and Secretary Latta guidance. The effort aims to restore a precise boundary despite past vandalism and cultivation impacts. Cholera and dysentery death rates rise in summer, urging caution and diet attention. Pain-Killer Perry Davis remains advertised as a safe speedy remedy.
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Pennsylvania
Maryland
W. C. Clark
Baltimore
Secretary of International Affairs
Latta
Baltimore Sun
Perry Davis
Price
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