Political candidate notices from Cass county weekly
A dense column of name announcements for Cass county offices. Candidates include W H McConvity for Clerk of the District Court, James Green for County Auditor, R H Sufflett for County Auditor, Frank Herbert for Recorder, C W Andrew and Frank Aylesworth for Recorder, Rank Q Jackson for Recorder, H M Boorman for County Attorney. Also notes on a Kansas cooperative congress, Parriott and Byers legislative praise, imperialCurta Russia caution, and brief medical adverts for DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve and Chamberlain's Cough Remedy.
Cuban Recognition Sparks Calls to Stop Cruelty Abroad
The piece argues for milder Cuban resolutions recognizing patriots rights to fight. It condemns Spanish atrocities in Cuba, urges the United States to act decisively to halt prisoner mistreatment and barbaric cruelty, and warns against inaction despite calls for peace.
Major Curtis Promoted for Congress by Local Voices
In Atlantic Friday, Major Curtis, a Republican candidate for Congress, urged party advocates to consider his bid. A respected lawyer and veteran, he previously ran two years ago and won six convention votes. The Bagley Criterion notes Curtis impressed Dodge township figures with silver plan ideas, predicting strong delegate support at the June convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Major Curtis
Atlantic
Congress
Curtis
Dodge Township
Bagley
Hidden Advertisers Seek Notable Backing
A local critic decries hobbyists seeking cheap advertising by targeting prominent figures with prepared challenges. The writer warns against using public influence to gain notice, noting it as a petty attempt to appear conspicuous.
Republican Gains Mark Municipal Elections Across Regions
The week’s municipal elections show Republicans victorious nationwide with gains over last year. Analysts say this is a Republican year, noting a shift reflected in the White House and suggesting Democratic media will highlight any deficits. Southern states and traditional solid Democratic areas appear doubtful this year.
Liberal League Defeated in Battle Over Prohibition Law
A state editorial roundly criticizes the Liberal League and its supporters for backing a general license and liquor manufacture bill. It praises prohibition Republicans for defeating the measure, notes lobbying by river counties, and warns third party prohibitionists to remain allied with the Republican party to preserve prohibition in Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prohibition Republicans
Liberal League
Browers
Distillers
General House
Whisky Trust
Prohibition
Interior Counties
Liberal League of
Towa
Cuba Recognized Senate Resolution Passes House
The senate concurrent resolution on Cuba was adopted by the house 244 to 28. It states that war conditions exist between Spain and Cuban forces and urges strict US neutrality while offering cordial friendly offices to Spain for recognizing Cuban independence. President Cleveland may act on the resolutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
House
House of Representatives
Congress
Spain
Cuba
United States of America
United States
Cleveland
Germany moves toward international bimetalism plan
The imperial Reichstag committee is urged to draft a resolution for international bimetalism. It calls for states to support a fixed gold to silver value, with similar proposals expected in Paris and London. The move heightens European focus on monetary policy and could simplify systems if major powers agree.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Economic Committee
Imperial Richstag
Paris
London
Europe
Weaver relocates to farm in Jasper county Sixth district
Gen J B Weaver again takes residence in the Sixth district at a Colfax farm in Jasper county. The move, timed with the era of congressional elections, is unlikely to quickly shift him into Congress. The legislature will be elected in twenty four stages this November, likely affecting Senate control as several senators will be chosen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Weaver
Colfax
Jasper County
U. S. Senate
Owill
Cleveland Proposes Mediation on Cuba With Spain
Cleveland has prepared and forwarded to Spain a formal offer that American mediation be accepted between Spain and Cuba. The proposal was sent through Minister Taylor. The President seeks Spain's consent to mediation without demanding Cuban independence or home rule, leaving method questions for after Spain's response.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Cuba
Spain
United States
Taylor
Miur
Southern tariff gains favor as factories rise in Georgia
A protective tariff wins support in the South as Georgia reports more factories than the entire South had in 1800. The region has learned from the North that diversified industries bring prosperity and that protection from foreign competition and pauper wages is needed for growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South
Georgia
Bitter fight seen in coming democratic state convention
Strong indications show a fierce clash over finance between Boies free silver faction and administration democrats backed by federal office holders. The internal squabble may limit attention to Republicans and impact the St Louis convention, with potential for a national split in Chicago if their doctrine fails to prevail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Chicago
Iowa Weather Boosts Crop Prospects and Stock Water
Rain soaked the ground deeply and streams and ponds are ample for stock. Moisture is better now than in three years, with quick seed germination and greener pastures and meadows. A thief who broke into Senator Quay’s room underestimated his habit of carrying political information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Senator Quay
Mr. Quay
Quay
Gold mining revival boosts California prospects
California papers report renewed gold mining activity with many long idle properties being developed and operations advancing quickly. The trend appears widespread across mining regions, suggesting strong domestic supply despite foreign competition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
England
Sam
Political Road Feed Lines Highlight Odd Donkey Tale
In a spring progress note the G. O. G. elephant is reported in good condition for spring work and pasture. Feeding grounds extend from Rhode Island to Kansas City with plentiful nibbling along the route. A democratic donkey remains on ary feed with a stone attached to its tail preventing braying.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. OG. P
Rhode Island
Chicago
Milwaukee
Dubuque
Sioux City
Kansas City
Governor Drake Expected to Call January 18 1897 Extra Session
Members of the legislature urged Governor Drake to outline plans for an extra session to finish the code revision. He indicated he would call an extra session on January 18 1897. Both legislative branches had adopted resolutions urging the move, and the governor showed inclination to agree.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Linutevant
Parrott
Senate
Byers
House
Menohrs
Drake
Kentucky women rally against Breckenniper for Congress
C P Breckenniper of Kentucky ends quiet, seeks a congressional nomination. Women of Kentucky recall his past escapade and vow to defeat him again, arguing his character makes him unfit for nomination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. P. Breckenniper
Kentucky
Congress
Owens
The Burden of Democratic Oratory Weakened Voices
The piece notes that preaching democracy strains the throat with Hill abandoning the field due to a sore throat and Crisp soon after a brief speaking season also laid up with the same complaint. It argues burning words of democracy burn and wither what they touch.
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Hill
Iste Municipal Elections Signal Reform Movement
In the Iste municipal elections a reform movement appears to gain momentum as Republicanism seems to be in the air, with democratic cities showing support for changes. The lead suggests a shift in political dynamics and rising party influence across multiple municipalities.
Cures and Cough Remedies Advertised in Old Penny Press
A garbled note lists cures and patent medicines including Chan Kerlain's Pain Balm for rheumatism, One Minute Cough Cure, Hood's Sarsaparilla, and Simmons Liver Regulator. It quotes testimonials and prices, mentions a Bill of 1804 sworn statement, and cites multiple druggists like Vic Emmert and F. Parson & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matick
Chan
Kerlain
Sean
Charles H. Wetzel
Sunbury
Walter Shipman
J. P. Kor
Vic Kinmert
Vic Emmert
Vic Bammert
Mystic Cure for Rheumatism and Neuralgia
A sensational claim that a remedy labeled Mystic Cure swiftly cures rheumatism and neuralgia in 1 to 3 days. The ad asserts it removes the cause and dissolves the disease, with immediate relief and marked benefits to the first dose. Sold by F Parson Co. druggists in Atlantic, Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Parson & Co. Druggists
Atlantic
Lona
F. Parson Co
Iowa
Campaign Claims Await Sample On Corn Cob Maple Syrup
The Marshaltown Times-Republican notes the campaign noise focusing on taffy material and states no judgment will be made until a sample of the corn cob maple syrup is sent to the office. The phrase The proof of the pudding is in eating is cited as the test.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshaltown
Report on Cuban waiter mediation offer proved false
A Cleveland report claiming mediation talks with Spain over the Cuban waiter was a fabrication. No action has been taken or is expected, and public opinion appears to influence the president's stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Montezuma Republican celebrates forty years in journalism
The Montezuma Republican has completed forty years of active service in journalism and is noted as a strong, reliable paper in the state. Mr. J. W. Jarnagin is recognized as a thorough newspaper man who keeps the paper clean and strong.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montezuma Republican
J. W. Jarnagin
Ex Gov Bors Hinted Candidate on Democratic Ticket
Ex governor Bors appears as changeable as the weather regarding a possible bid for the Democratic presidential nomination. Once a notion takes hold it is hard to dismiss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bors
Cleveland urged tougher foreign stance over Spain conflict
The article critiques Cleveland for not being as forceful in foreign policy as during the Venezuela crisis. It urges decisive action, and notes Gov. Drake signed a cigarette bill with Attorney General Remley ruling it constitutional. The law takes effect July 4, with calls for broad enforcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Spain
Venezuela
Gov. Drake
Atorney
Remley
Benjamin Harrison Reweds Amid St Louis Convention Gaze
Benjamin Harrison married for a second time on Monday and shows little concern about the St Louis convention outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benjamin Harrison
St. Louis
Wu Populist Bird Reference Sparks Local Debate
A quirky remark compares Wu to a populist jay bird with a lila tail, suggesting he can attract more puise and healway than any other bird on earth. The comment highlights local fascination with his style and influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Puise
Jess
Earth
Buchlen's Arnica Salve Offered With Guarantee
An advertisement touts Buchlen's Arnica Salve as best for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tettor chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions and claims it cures piles or no pay required. It guarantees satisfaction or money refunded. Price 36a per box. Sold by all dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buchlen
Arnica
Marvelous Results From King's New Discovery Letter
A Michigan pastor cites a letter from Rev J Gun derman of Diamondale praising Dr Kings New Discovery for his wife with pneumonia and grippe. He notes terrible coughing fits, rapid improvement, and endorses the remedy as quick and satisfactory. Trial bottles free at drug stores with regular sizes 50 cents and 1 dollar.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Gunderman
Diamondale
Mich
Dr King
Baptist
Rives Junction
Grippe
Rook Inland Playing Cards For Sale At 10 Cents
Popular playing cards are offered again at ten cents per pack with demand strong. Orders for five packs total fifty cents and are sent by express. Single packs mailed postpaid. Include two cents extra per pack for elegant engraved whist rules. Address Jno Sera ... Chicago. Also promoting DeWitt's Little Early Risers pills for digestion and headache relief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Express
JNO
Seraskan
Chicago
Electric Bitters Promises Spring Health Boost
Electric Bitters is a seasonable tonic for languor, sluggish liver, and bilious fevers. It counteracts malaria poisoning and eases constipation and dizziness. Only 50 cents per bottle at drug stores.
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Ayres & Hollowell
District Court
Cass County
W. H. McConvity
Henry W Fulton
James Green
R. H. Sutfflett
Frank Herbert
C. W. Andrew
Frank Aylesworth
H. M. Boorman
Kansas
Endiaxp
Russia
DeWitt
F. M. Martin
Long Beach
West Va
Chamberlain
Vic Enmiert
Awardea
Ighest
Weyler
MikasLes
White House
Royal
U.S
Hood
Cripple Creek
Colorado Springs
Chicago, Keck Island
Simmons Liver
J. H. Zeilin & Co
Philadelphia
Electric Bitters
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