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Newspaper
Atlantic Weekly Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1896
Page
5
The Weekly Telegraph prints multiple Cass County Republican filings for county offices. W H McConville seeks clerk the district court, Henry W Funton and James Green announce for auditor, R H Shifflett supports the same, Frank Hersert and C W Andrew for recorder, Frank Aylesworth for recorder, Rank Q Jackson for recorder, all asking Republican convention support.
The candidate for County Attorney announces self as a candidate subject to the Republican county convention and asks all Republicans for hearty support. The note also references economic uses of eggs and current laws on malt liquor.
The Sucto Dakota Republicana party declares in resolution that its delegates to the national convention must work for and vote for sound money. The action emphasizes adherence to fiscal policy and unity in backing metallic or stable financial standards.
The cast has sung of storms and blizzards from the west, while we endured a mild California winter. Their turn to face travel woes and weather challenges mirrors the season’s mood, with performers adapting to travel and venue conditions amid changing climate elements.
The christening ceremony for Miss Drake is described as the Iowa battleship taking to water as gracefully as a duck.
The piece cites Chicago liquor costs at 135,799,188 and 157,477,000 gallons last year, with 88 gallons per person and 72 dollars per inhabitant, and New York's total of 189,710,208. It argues liquor drives poverty and distress, questions why society tolerates the problem, and calls for concerted action against the liquor trade despite opposition from buyers and sellers.
The London Critic argues that Americans shape English spelling and pronunciation through home grown dictionaries. It notes that English dictionaries are inadequate and that American scholars have produced the most influential works, now relied on by English institutions and educated men.
A British vessel in the South Pacific reports soundings near the Tonga Islands at over 30,000 feet, 3000 feet deeper than any prior measurement. The deepest holes lie within 100 miles of shore, with red clay specimens typical of deep ocean bottoms.
The Sire Town senate passes a bill restricting appeals to the state supreme court in cases under 300 dollars, setting a new limit of 100 dollars. Proponents argue that offering a way for a jury majority to render a valid verdict could save court costs and better serve justice in many instances.
The Iowa, fourth and last of the great battleships once funded by Congress, was launched at Cramp's shipyards in Kensington near Philadelphia. Miss Mary Lord Drake broke the wine on the prow as Governor Drake and officials observed. The vessel is 850 feet long with a 72 foot beam, over 27 feet draft, and carries formidable armament and torpedo tubes. Described as a sea cruiser of great speed and power, it represents Iowa’s strength and national prestige.
France, Russia and Turkey ally against England’s Sudan expedition while Germany is urged to mediate Egypt affairs. Diplomatic circles expect only moral protest, not armed intervention, and Britain’s campaign may become a national issue uniting parties. The column laments excessive presidential nomination praise and calls for variety in news.
During Cuba discussion some senators argued a permanent seat of government for revolutionaries is needed for recognition. They neglect that the fledgling republic had portable capitals and the United States endured transient capitals during Civil War periods. The argument appears thin and seeks a better rationale.
New Mexico, aiming for state status in the Union, has chosen an uninstructed delegation to the national Republican convention. The state boasts astute leaders who plan to avoid compromising admission by backing the wrong presidential nominee.
The wheat exports for January and February were the largest in over sixty days since 1888, with exports over 100 million bushels to date and a visible supply of 1.848 million against an eight year March average. Winter wheat is in good condition with moisture for a large spring crop. demand from mills and exporters may push May prices. Corn shows strong export demand with large movement and a low seaboard freight. prices may rise slightly in late March or April if spring prospects stay favorable. Oats prospects are weak despite exports to Great Britain. hog market looks encouraging with rising demand and low lard prices. Overall, expect modest rises in wheat and corn through April May, similar oats, and higher pork prices as supplies tighten.
United Press dispatches state the steamer Bermuda dodged Spanish gun boats and landed cargo in Cuba. Over 40 tons of rifles revolvers machetes and several machine guns reportedly aboard along with 200000 cartridges and no dynamite. The expedition valued at 100000 could boost Cuban morale and complicate Spanish defenses if true.
It is asserted that Atlantic has more than 4000 residents and a push to establish multiple saloons is supported by temperance citizens seeking to curb bootleggers. The launch of the battleship Iowa at Cramp shipyards Philadelphia is described with patriotic wishes for peace and virtue.
Lawmakers voted against a bill to reimburse district judges travel expenses while expressing willingness to raise salaries if needed. They argue current pay attracts capable talent and note many lawyers would accept judgeships at existing salaries.
In responses to inquiries from the Ways and Means sub committee, nearly all replies back reciprocity as a clear endorsement. The support crosses classes as manufacturers merchants and agricultural representatives all favor reciprocity, viewing it as a straightforward business matter.
A New York club of deaf mutes held a ball using amplified vibrations to keep perfect time with music. The noisy thump and resonance ensured dancers stayed in rhythm, presenting a novel amusement approach for the group.
The conference committee agreed that only the senate resolutions can be passed and will report accordingly. This ends further senate debate and likely resolves the issue.
A dated promotional snippet extols Cham berlain s Pain Salve for inflammatory rheumatism and lists various remedies including One Minute Cough Cure Hood s Sarsaparilla and Simmons Liver Regulator. The document cites testimonials, pricing, and druggist availability from Atlantic Iowa and Philadelphia Philadelphia suppliers.
A historical ad claims Khenmativa cures in four days with a mystic remedy named Mystic Cure for rheumatism and neuralgia. It promises immediate disappearance of the disease after the first dose, with a price of 75 cents. Sold by F Parson Co., druggists, Atlantic Iowa.
The speaker questions why Spain would boost its army with 26 000 more troops if Cuba lacks a war state worth U.S. recognition. He argues that Spain’s need to deploy soldiers to quell scattered bands hints at a larger conflict. Bermuda landings risk feeding rebels who would welcome Spanish graves.
Allison McKinley and Morton are praised as favorite sons and potential presidential timber. The endorsement signals a growing boom for Reed in Maine and suggests a favorable outcome once a final choice is made, with confidence that the patron will not regret the decision.
Reports from towns that have adopted street work for tramps show applicants shrinking. Work is scarce and those assigned are sent to towns where jobs await them, guiding them onward.
The text notes March’s bluster easing into tears that watered the earth and spurred grass growth, signaling the arrival of April. The passage frames April as a renewal period following a volatile March.
A fragmented note comments on a Democratic donkey struggling to bray loudly enough to affect a presidential candidate. The piece hints Cleveland continuing to wear a broad, third term smile despite political strains.
A new trend hits Venezuela as Monroe buttons arrive from the United States to decorate lapels, signaling a growing cultural fad and American influence in fashion choices.
An odd note imagines American college students heading to Athens to join Olympian practice, suggesting a hypothetical direct passage to Madrid and a clash with eager Spanish students, hinting at a lively fan rivalry if such a fray had occurred.
The practice of petitioning the legislature and congress on every trivial matter was done away with. It argues that a good thing may become a nuisance when overworked and hampers effective action.
The report states Mogland is ready for the United States to recognize the Cubans and end the war with Spain. It questions why England delays and suggests she could recognize them independently if desired.
Report claims nations boast their capacity to mobilize soldiers and states the United States could field 9,500,000 disciplined men within three months, amid wartime manpower rhetoric and recruitment discussions.
The lower house considers a naval appropriation measure to fund four more battleships and fifteen torpedo boats at an estimated total cost around 35 million dollars. The proposal aims to expand naval strength and capabilities.
The proposition by Senator Mills, if adopted, would hasten an end to the Cuban conflict and could provide relief to Spain. The measure signals a potential shift in policy toward Cuba and European concerns. The report notes parliamentary debate and possible implications for diplomacy.
Popular Rock Island cards are back on sale at 10 cents per pack with thousands buying. Orders for five packs cost 60 cents and can be sent by money order draft or stamps, express postage paid, or mail postpaid for single packs. Include an elegant engraved whist rules sheet for 2 cents extra per pack.
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