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Newspaper
Atlantic Weekly Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1896
Page
3
The Weekly Telegraph lists candidates including W H McConvitt for Clerk of the District Court Henry W Furroy for Auditor James Green RH Shifflett for Recorder C W Andrew and Frank Aylesworth for Recorder Frank Aylesworth and Frank Q Jackson affirm their Republican allegiance and seek party support in Cass County.
H. M. Boorman requests hearty support from all Republicans for the office of County Attorney, subject to action of the Republican county convention.
The Ohio Republican convention endorsed a financial plank favoring honest money and bimetalism with gold and silver coinage kept in parity by either international agreement or legislative action so the dollar remains constant. It warned the wording may be read differently and urged clearer language at the St Louis convention to avoid misinterpretation.
Mrs Bolio, owner of a Key West hotel, ordered Jose Fernandez, the Spanish consulate clerk, from her home after he subjected the U S to abuse. He refused to leave and she struck him, drawing blood. The Sioux City Journal notes the incident as tax first blood in the unpleasantness with Spain.
The text reflects local concerns with the Cleveland administration and its handling of ongoing ills. It notes no celestial event occurred as predicted and expresses resolve to endure with patience while criticizing governance and its impacts on the community.
A Kentucky legislature session commentary notes that the fool killer has not been active in the region during the current session, presenting a practical illustration of quiet official conduct and restraint.
The latest proclamations of General Weyler show a noticeably altered tone reflecting the ongoing senate debate impact. The change signals government influence on military rhetoric and public messaging during the period.
Secretary Carlisle released a Senate request report detailing United States coin currency and note totals on January 1, 1896. The treasury outside amount stood at 1.58 billion with per capita money at 22.33, contradicting claims of circulating medium contraction.
The piece argues many capable lawyers seek the Supreme Judge seat with vigorous campaigns by supporters. It stresses choosing the best man, noting the need for a clean, capable candidate and balanced regional distribution to ensure a strong court and safeguard citizens' rights.
Late reports from Cuba warn yellow fever is spreading among Spanish soldiers who are largely unacclimated. The outbreak threatens to become epidemic, likely killing more Spaniards than Cubans. With 5000+ in hospitals, the army struggles to subdue insurgents while Cubans, acclimated to the climate, move freely in open terrain.
The District of Columbia Democratic convention adopted a resolution praising Cleveland’s administration amid mixed cheers and hisses. Delegates recalled anti Know Nothing era positions from forty years ago, adopting an old platform plank to illustrate the party’s lagging stance.
The article notes the possibility of hiring privateers in England and elsewhere to prey on U S commerce in a war with Spain. It mentions England’s prior experience with such matters, recalling that England paid damages to settle a previous dispute, and observes England has many ships at sea that would deter such an enterprise.
Last Monday Muscatine women cast ballots in a school election with over 1,000 voters. They overwhelmingly supported issuing bonds to fund a new high school building annex.
Dispatches report a cargo of oats sold in Tacoma Washington for shipment to Africa marking a step in progress and suggesting that distant points are drawing nearer in exchange and logistics.
The piece argues that the Silver Row in Washington will not deter the Republican path to prosperity. It claims voters favor business principles, stable currency, and protection, and warns that those opposing the agenda will be sidelined as the campaign heats up. Strong language emphasizes defeating demagogues and uniting behind proven policies.
A diverse group styled as reformers prohibitionists populists greenbackers and suffragists hold a Pittsburg convention to organize a new party with a quilt like platform. They seek broad legislation favoring many beliefs and expect free silver supporters to find a place. The effort is described as a ragtag omnibus for various factions.
The Iowa Wholesale Egg and Butter Dealer's Association plans a straw board mill with a $100,000 capital to manufacture straw board for Iowa Nebraska and Missouri dealers. The project aims to boost local employment and markets, opposing the trust and urging other cities to follow the example to foster life and prosperity.
Governor Drave keeps the status quo by reappointing the custodian of the capitol labor commissioner oil inspector fish commissioner dairy commissioner and appointing Dr J J Gibson as state veterinary surgeon and Mrs Laura H Cope of Marshal county as state librarian visiting committees to the insane asylums are retained.
The article recalls the Civil War lesson that earthen banks withstand artillery better than stone forts. It notes Fort Sumter and Fort Pulaski were toppled, while earthworks held. It also mentions SizAs Wise chosen as a state convention delegate with the Des Moines Leader catching him preparing to plant the Allison boom.
Mixicy issues two bonds a gold bond and a silver bond. The gold bond trades at 94 cents and the silver bond at 47 cents in gol.
Everynopy claims that a grand speech by Dolliver was invented before the Republican convention in Des Moines. The charge centers on the speech's authenticity and its use in campaign discourse.
Suel J. Spaulding, secretary treasurer of the state board of pharmacy commissioners, is found $13,000 short. His downfall stemmed from extravagant living and stock market speculation. He used state funds after losing personal money, failed to deliver expected returns, and now faces exposure, disgrace, and possible prison. He has no property and the state may lose the money. a $5,000 bond may not be collectible. He left Indianola for Des Moines, once regarded as honest, but his rise beyond means and rapid wealth pursuit led to ruin.
The Cuban resolutions occupy Senate attention amid House-sent amendments. Some oppose or seek modified terms while others favor allowing Cubans to fight Spain with U.S. encouragement. The piece argues Cubans deserve recognition and humanitarian support, refusing to defer to Spain’s wishes.
The winter legislature shows excellent work by committees and a rush to finish business in the session’s latter part. Earlier months slowed progress, but members have learned constituents dislike talk and are getting down to work. No one can predict the end, but birds will likely build nests first.
The Des Moines Leader notes March 28 launch of the battleship Iowa and jokes about Miss Drake breaking a champagne bottle on the bow. It says a marked copy of the Iowan statutes should be sent to the Navy Department. The paper adds it would be fine to break several bottles without corks, arguing it would be better for the country.
The Des Moines choice is seen as sufficient to back a strong nominee. If Allison fails, supporters will unite behind the man who is chosen, believing the field contains only good men and that any would serve well.
The senate passed the anti cigarette bill by 84 to 10 and sends it to the governor for signature. Senator Phelps led the fight, earning credit for guiding the bill to final success against the tobacco trust.
The anti cigarette law has reached the governor and will likely receive approval. On the fourth of July it takes effect, prompting calls for loyal citizens to support and enforce it for the benefit of the boys.
A discussion on whether to treat United States as plural are or singular is noted. The debate focuses on using are for internal dialogue and isis emphasized when addressing a foreign audience, highlighting nuance in grammatical agreement. The exchange reflects debates over formal versus informal usage.
The articles note that gathering votes for presidential preferences is a useless pastime as accounts from the Des Moines convention on Wednesday show Iowa’s stance without any counted totals.
The Tue Town legislature declines to pardon Polk Wells, a noted state prisoner. The piece argues criminals should not be treated as heroes.
In Ohio people observed Yustenpay as McKinley day, while in Towa today centers on Allison day with notable festivities and community events.
A Perry Iowa man reports rheumatism relief after Hood's Sarsaparilla./ Case of Cholera remedy by Chamberlain's Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy praised for quick relief after a single dose./ Warns against ignoring colds and urges Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for prompt, effective treatment with bottles priced 25 and 50 cents.
A patent medicine claim touts Mystic Cure as a radical rheumatism and neuralgia remedy that cures in 1 to 3 days. It asserts immediate disease disappearance and system-wide effects, with a first dose said to offer great benefit, sold by F Paraon Co. in Atlantic Iowa.
A patent remedy named New Great South American Kidney Dura promises rapid relief for kidney and bladder pain in both sexes, with immediate results on urinary retention. The notice touts quick cures, lists druggists in Atlantic Iowa and Republic Ta as sellers, and cites testimonials from Vic Emmert and J H Zeilin Co endorsing associated products.
The article argues the key difference between Ballington Booth and his father is over the supernumerary fund raised in the United States from War Cry sales. Ballington Booth sought to keep the fund for American Army use, not divert it to England, and claims the fund was wholly created in this country. If true, public sympathy would favor Booth and support using funds here for the Army, including its expansion, with only the portion for extending work to be redirected.
The text notes growing interest among voters in reciprocity features of the tariff as Democrats withdraw them through treaties. It argues Republicans need a clear record on the issue, pointing to Mr. Alligon who drafted Blaine's reciprocity ideas and understands the mechanism.
The British document known as the blue book on the Venezuela matter garners skepticism. English papers say it fails to clearly prove their case and leaves readers unconvinced.
Cuna lies seventy miles from our shores as English papers claim the United States is abandoning its traditional stance and interfering in European affairs by recognizing Cuban insurgents, highlighting international tensions over the Cuban uprising.
Tv 18 reports Perrin's comet altered its trajectory and has passed by Earth. The piece hints whether the Kentucky legislature's bellicose posture influenced the celestial event.
A Chicago era dispatch notes Japan is negotiating with American ship builders for several large warships, easing fears that Japan would rival American manufacturers across many high class goods. If Japan truly excelled in those areas, they could build their own warships.
The proposal to close all drinking places on Sundays except hotels with ten or more rooms provokes hysteria among liquor men. They argue restraint is the issue and claim the move won’t deter them more than existing restrictions.
The new convention hall in St Louis is under construction at an estimated cost of 60,000 dollars. It will accommodate 15,000 people and is described as the largest convention hall ever constructed.
A promotional notice asserts that pecinigls stem from undigested food and offers beta Shaker Digestive Cordial as a cure. It claims the product aids digestion, eliminates nausea headaches indigestion and related symptoms, and helps nourishment convert into strength and fat. Trial bottle is 10 cents.
Canajoharie resident D W Fuller says the product brings the best results and would not be without it. Catskill druggist G A Dykeman endorses it as the best cough remedy after eight years of use. Trial bottles free at any drug store, regular sizes 60 cents and 1.00.
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