Calls to remove minor parties from Australian ballots
Editor urges deleting unpopulary Socialistic Labor and United Christian candidates to save county ballot costs. The note also cites Judge Smith McPherson talk on federal judgeship, predicts Smith’s nomination strength in Ninth district. Porto Rican governance debate noted with three premises on U.S. role and island’s future.
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Socialistic Labor
United Christian
J. H. Willey
Major Curtis
Porto Rico
United States
Wilsons Nursery Stock Survives Cold to Support Local Trade
The letter from Silas Wilson printed in the Telegraph refutes rumors about his nursery. He explains heavy stock losses from last season but notes he weathered the storm and remains active. Demand for nursery stock has grown, aiding recovery and prosperity for those still in business.
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Atlantic
Silas Wilson
Telegraph
Wilson
McPherson seen as likely for Iowa bench post
Rumors in Council Bluffs and Des Moines swirl over a possible nomination to the southern Iowa federal judgeship for congressman Smith McPherson. The Telegraph argues he should remain in Congress, praising his quick mind and steady temperament, while noting his wife’s political savvy could aid his public career.
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Walter I. Smith
Smith McPherson
Federal Court of
Southern District of
Iowa
Woolson
Smith
Ninth District
McPherson
Congress
Council B Uniff
Des Moines
Hager
Washington
Peace and policy notes in broad world brief
The message outlines continued efforts to preserve peace in the Philippines and multiple territories. It urges prompt congressional action on governance, declares independence promises unmade to natives, and calls for reforms in Cuba Porto Rico Hawaii Samoa and other zones. It highlights Treasury surpluses, currency stability, antitrust concerns, neutrality in the Boer War, trade and diplomatic advances, and military readiness.
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Philippines
Negros
Sultan of Sulu
Islands
Congress
Cuba
United States
Porto Rico
Hawaii
Samoa
Austria
Canada
Alaska
Spain
Turkey
Japan
Mexico
Nicaragua
Bureau of American Republice
Merchant Marine
McKinley Administration Shows Fine Progress
The general exposition of the affairs of the government, through departmental reports, discloses excellent condition on every hand. The McKinley administration is making a fine showing.
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McKinley
Silas Wilson Publishes Spring 1900 Nursery Catalogue
Silas Wilson issues a spring 1900 nursery catalogue and prepares 4000 copies to meet demand. The distribution goes nationwide, informing customers of new stock and offerings for the season.
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Silas Wilson
Editor Fletcher takes charge of Lewis Standard in Atlantic
Fletcher, new owner, plans to invest in office facilities and deliver the best newspaper possible for the community. Edwin Link, seller, will move to New Orleans seeking a healthier climate and new opportunities.
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Fletcher
Lewis Standard
Atlantic
Edwin Link
New Orleans
Nebraska Senate Vacancy After Hayward Death
The slender republican senate majority is reduced by the Tuesday morn death of Senator Hayward of Nebraska. Governor Poynter will appoint a populist to fill the seat, with Judge Allen, former senator, the likely appointee.
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Senate
Hayward
Nebraska
Poynter
Judge Allen
Senator Emmert Backs Board of Control Measure
Dr Emmert a Cass Shelby district senator declares firm support for the board of control system in the upcoming legislature He states he will oppose the group planning to attack the law and will vote to sustain the measure.
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Dr. Emmert
Cass- Shelby
Board of Control
Editorial note on Iowa coverage by Chicago Tribune and Omaha World-Herald
An observation that two out-of-state papers, the Chicago Tribune and the Omaha World-Herald, devote substantial editorial space to Iowa affairs and often show limited insight into the state’s issues. The remark contrasts responsiveness with unfamiliarity in their reporting.
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Free Country
State
Iowa
Chicago Tribune
Omaha World-Herald
Byers Defeat Contested in Des Moines Legislative Race
Harlan dispatch notes Cass county sentiment for Mr. Byers as possible normal school location issue. Battey files contest at Des Moines after Byers leads by eleven with potential recount and 5 vote margin if First Ward error is corrected. Westphalia precinct No. 2 ballots and Australian ballot technicalities loom over the contest, drawing statewide attention due to Byers’ Cummins endorsement and local votes in Shelby County.
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Harlan
Atlantic
Byers
Telegraph
Cass County
H.W. Byers
Battey
Portsmouth
Fusion
Des Moines
Westphalia
Cummins
Shelby
Masons' Carnival Profits Reported As Successful
The Masons closed a three day season of celebration last Thursday with receipts around 8600 and expenses under half that. Guests reportedly received good value, and both guests and Masons are to be congratulated. The Telegraph notes the profit meets strong expectations.
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Masons
Masona
Lodge
Telegraph
Immersed Minds Lifted by Head Injury Report
A Mt. Pleasant hospital physician reports in the Board of Control Bulletin on cases where blows to the head restored reasoning in immerse or feeble minded individuals, noting several instances brought to medical attention.
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Telegraph
Forthwich
Mt. Pleasant Hospital
Board of Control Bulletin
Will Laraway’s Jewelry Career Highlighted in Glenwood Ad
The former Lewis resident Will Laraway, now in Glenwood, reports a 33 year jewelry business record. He says he repaired over seven tons of watches and sold more than 2,000 pianos organs and sewing machines, while fitting over 5,000 pairs of eyes with glasses.
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Lewis
Will Laraway
Glenwood
Laraway
Atlantic Man Praises Kid-ne-Oids For Kidney Cure
Don Enright of Atlantic says kidney backache, rheumatism and urinary troubles were cured in three days after using Morrow's Kid-ne-Oids. He notes improved nerves and relief from former ailments. The yellow tablets sell for 60 cents a box and are available at local drug stores, mailed on receipt of price.
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Atlantic
Don Enright
Olive Street
Morrow
Texas Legislature Opens Jan 1 for Tax Bill Review
The upcoming Texas legislature session begins January 1 to evaluate a tax proposal. The bill's impact on corporations raises concerns among business leaders including Royale Powder Company founder and president Joseph C. Hoagland, who died in New York City on Friday from acute kidney trouble.
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Texas
Joseph C. Hoagland
The
Royale Powder Company
New York City
Story of a Slave to Disease Freedom by Bitter Remedy
George D. Williams of Manchester Michigan recounts freeing a wife bound by years of illness. He credits two bottles of Electric Bitters for curing nervousness sleeplessness melancholy headache backache fainting and dizziness. Aimed at weak sickly run down people this remedy promises relief at 50 cents per bottle sold by Vic Emmert Co.
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George D. Williams
Manchester
Mich
Vic Emmert & Co
Executed man hanged for 1897 Baden murder in California
Harry Winters was hanged at Folaom prison Friday for participation in the murder of O. A. Andrews at Baden Calif in 1897. Winters died gamely. Lieutenant L M Brumby flag secretary to Admiral Dewey at Manila is critically ill of fever at Garfield Hospital Washington
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Harry Winters
Folaom
O. A. Andrews
Baden
Cal
Winters
L. M. Brumby
Admiral Dewey
Manila
Garfield Hospital
Washington
Bucklen's Arnica Salve Healed Leg Sore in Ten Days
It Saved Bis Leg. P. A. Danforth of LaGrange Georgia suffered six months with a nasty running sore but Bucklen's Arnica Salve wholly cured it in ten days. For ulcers wounds burns boils pain or piles it is the best salve in the world. Cure guaranteed. Quantity 26 cents. Sold by Vic Emmert & Co. druggist.
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P. A. Danforth
LaGrange
Bucklen
Vic Emmert & Co
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