Republican County and State Convention Call for Cass County
The Cass county Republicans plan a delegate convention at the Atlantic opera house on Saturday June 4 1899 at 1 o'clock to nominate candidates for Clerk of Courts County Auditor Recorder County Attorney Supervisors for Districts 1 and 4 and to select delegates to the state congressional and judicial conventions. The basis of representation is one delegate for every fifteen votes or major fraction thereof cast for Hon Leslie M Shaw in 1897 with township quotas listed. James E Bruce of Anita named temporary chair and Chas S Brown Wiota temporary secretary with W C Bryant as assistant secretary and A Dowell reading clerk. County chair W C Frazier urges caucuses on the preceding Saturday.
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Cass County
Opera House
Atlantic
Iowa
Dubuque
Leslie M. Shaw
Lincoln
Washington
Grove
Franklin
James E. Bruce
Anita
Laws
Lowa
Lawa
Dubuqui
Supreme Court
Reublican Party
L. M. Shaw
Adair
Ehason
Adams
Allamakee
Kossuth
Benton Lina
Black Hawk
Louisa
Eae Boone A
Lucas Bremick
Ayon
Huchanatadiso
Luena Vista
Mabaska_ oe
Butler
Marion
Calhoun
Marshall
Carroll
Mills
Sana
Cass
Mitchell
Cedar
Monora
Cerro Gorda
Monroe
Cherokee
Montgomery
Chickasaw
Muscatine
Shelby
Fayette
Sioux
Floyd
Story
Tamary Fremont
Taylor
Greene _ an Union
Grundy
van Buren
Guthrie
Warren
Wapello
Hamilton
Antock
Dovebes
Hardin
Harrison
Webster
Heory Tahdene
Winnebago
Howard
Winneshiek
Humboldt Woodbury
Worthdow
Wright
Jackson
Jasper Efferson
H. G. McMire
Republican State
Ll Trevnor
Cost of War Costs and Lives Through History
The article, citing figures from the New York Press, tallies the money and lives spent in American conflicts from the Revolution to Indian wars. It notes totals of $9.815 billion and 683000 lives, plus pensions and enemy losses, and argues war is a grave enterprise while reflecting on McKinley’s cautious approach to avoid war.
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New York Press
McKinley
Americans Fight For Humanity In Unprecedented War Aim
The text argues United States wars have historically fought for independence and self benefit, but this conflict marks a new era as actions are taken for the benefit of another people and humanity. It states faith in the cause and in modern battle engines, with confidence in final success.
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United States
Soldiers Welcome and Nation Unified Amid War Effort
Southern papers praise troops moving to the front, note unity across parties, and urge loyalty to government. They urge prudent naval conduct and caution against reckless risks, citing corn price signals and crop prospects as encouragement for farmers.
Foreign statesmen offer advice on Philippine islands
The piece notes many foreign statesmen advise actions on the Philippines now under American control. It jokes that the U.S. should count how many islands it has before deciding policy. The author says the United States should finish the Spanish war first before addressing collateral issues.
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Philippine Islands
Nations urged to wait for postwar island sales
Foreign powers seeking to gain territory via out laying islands are advised to apply after hostilities end. The speaker notes the United States is currently busy acquiring islands and cannot entertain disposition offers now. A real estate office will announce when sales begin.
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United States
Punster Notes Spanish Manila Neet Construction Timeline
The punster quips that the Spanish Manila Neet was started on varied dates but not completed until May 1, 1898 when Dewey gave it final touches.
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Manila
Dewey
Prospective Bereavement Over Harvard Professor Norton
Sioux City Journal notes a danger to the United States as Harvard Professor Charles Norton weighs in on the war. He questions American enlistment and cultural refinement, warning of a nation losing its gentlemanly traditions. He contrasts American vitality with European refinement, speculating on his possible departure abroad.
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United States
Charles Llict Norton
Harvard College
Harvard
Sir Horace Walpole
North Atlantic Seaboard
New Haven
Deway
William Waldorff Astor
Bradley Martins
Crocker
Spain
Go Ahead to Lick Spain, Interference Won't Deter US War Effort
The piece dismisses fears of France or Germany joining the American Spanish conflict. It argues the United States should proceed with its plans, unite to defeat Spain, and repel outside interference. It asserts that foreign powers would face disagreement and will not influence this government’s policy or actions in the war.
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Evry
France
Germany
Spain
Manila 1762 siege contrast of fleets and losses
The account contrasts the British capture of Manila in 1762 with a Yankee or rival force led by Davey. It notes thirteen ships and about seven thousand men, around one thousand killed, and heavy ship damage to Manila’s defenses. Davey reportedly loses no ships or men while sinking eleven enemy ships and overcoming batteries.
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Manila
Davey
War briefing at Washington may shift war base
President McKinley and his cabinet handle the war with Spain without top strategists. They face possible need to move operations from Washington to the Atlantic as the conflict intensifies. If outside advice were adopted it would be free and could mislead both fleets, while Blanco might request an attack.
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McKinley
Spitt
Bulletin
Washington
Atlantic
Blanco
McMillan and Cole Buy Cedar Rapids Republican
The Cedar Rapids Republican is under H G McMillan and Cyrenus Cole. Both are experienced and capable in business and editorial roles. McMillan, a lawyer, will run the business, while Cole, formerly editor of the Des Moines Register, brings reputation and expertise for the paper’s growth.
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Cedar Rapids Republican
H. G. McMillan
Cyrenus Cole
McMillan
Cole
Des Moines Register
Republican
Navy plan changes under McKinley era prompt forward move
Iris reports the board of strategy to be abolished with battle plans made by an officer on scene under President McKinley and Secretary of War. Troops and ships prepare for a general forward movement, heralding more war news to come. Public mood grows impatient awaiting daily startling developments.
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Iris
Board of Strategy
Washington
McKinley
Navy
Government Plans Shift to Active Cuba Policy
The government will replace the peaceful blockade with an assault on Cuban ports. Troops may be landed by warships as hostilities rise. American vessels could bombard Cuban towns within days if surrender is not forthcoming, signaling that war will bring trouble and destruction.
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Cuba
War aims in Cuba and Spain outlined in speech
A political speech asserts the United States did not seek conquest but will occupy or seize territory if needed to defeat Spain and free Cuba. It stresses naval destruction, seizure of ships or lands, and insists expansion will be pursued until Spain pays the cost, calling it a first installment in repayment.
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United States
Spain
Cuba
Blanco
Havana
Cortez
Un-American Currents in College Faculties Alarm Parents
The piece argues that costlier warfare and patriotic zeal stir papers to warn that some colleges employ un-American radicals among faculty who teach youth. It cites Harvard Professor Norton as influential on students, urging American professors to instill pride in the country and defend its civic health to prevent distrust and discord as youth form their future citizenship.
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Trof. Norton
Harvard
Humane Cuban War Plan Seeks Fast End to Conflict
The writer urges commencing a Cuban invasion to land American troops, destroy Spanish forts, and end suffering quickly. He argues a shorter, bloodier campaign now saves lives and hastens peace, noting the Spanish fleet’s coal constraints and susceptibility to being kept at sea.
Small paper delivers real news despite Sunday bulk
The author compares modern Sunday newspapers and a compact weekly, Tae Terecurs, noting the smaller paper carried all real news that the 64 page Sunday editions offered. They argue smaller papers convey essential facts more efficiently than oversized weekend issues.
Four regular fleets to guard shores and defeat Spain
The North Atlantic, Flying Squadron, Oregon fleet, and Mosquito Host will cover the Atlantic coast and deter the Spanish threat while Dewey’s Pacific squadron handles the other theater.
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North Atlantic
Dewey
Pacific
Speculation Grows As Sudden News Delays Persist
Fax news from recent days remains startling and exciting. people eagerly await events to unfold while speculation runs high about the next move in the absence of definite information.
Bryan Elusively Links Wheat and Silver Debate
The statement ridicules the cited bond between wheat and silver, suggesting the argument has snapped or yielded like rubber. The speaker contends the connection is overextended and precarious, signaling skepticism about the policy stance.
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Bryan
Cuban Breakthrough Dreamed as U S Nears Cuba
A historic forecast depicts a day of Cuban deliverance with American forces advancing from the south to aid the oppressed. It cites Dewey’s Manila actions, contemplates Spanish caution, and notes press eagerness to cover naval battles while criticizing blockade dynamics and supply woes in Havana.
Two Cass County Men Seek Nomination for Congress
Cass county Republicans urge a friendly contest to pick delegates for the congressional nomination. They call for a free, merit based choice without bargains or pulls, hoping the strongest candidate wins the full party support and represents the people of the district.
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Cras County
Hair Witlingecas
Congresa
Cass County
Repuby ‘Ligans
Evuy
Republicans
Congress
American Women Patriotic League Backs Boycott of French Goods
The American Women’s Patriotic League issued a call to boycott all French manufactured finery until France stops an antagonistic stance toward the United States. They pledge not to wear items bearing French labels, noting last year Americans spent 867 580 281 dollars on French goods, most used by women, as a patriotic blow to France.
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Franco
Spain
American Women's Patriotic League
United States
Paris
France
Mascot Believed to Aid Navy in War Efforts
The passage argues the navy should keep its mascot in engagements to help sink ships reduce fortifications and save lives. It hopes the mascot may accompany the forces to war’s end and influence the army too, though warns against expecting one side to bear all losses or fatalities.
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Tur
US Navy captures thirty three prize ships since war declared
Since the declaration of war on April 21 the United States vessels have captured thirty three prize ships averaging one and a half per day while the Spanish have captured two small American vessels. The value of Spanish vessels captured or destroyed by U S vessels including those at Manila exceeds 10 million dollars. Spain’s loan in less than a month has yielded no return in vessels or territory.
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United States
Manila
Spain
Vessela
Patriotism as Nation’s War Success Emphasized
The article asserts that a nation’s wartime success hinges on citizen loyalty and patriotism, stating Americans at home and in the military stand united as a solid column against a common enemy. It emphasizes unity and collective resolve in the war effort.
H G Curtis for Congress Announces Candidacy
H G Corris issues a public statement declaring his intention to run for Congress and requesting the Cass county Republican convention to determine the party’s nominee. He says he will respect the convention’s choice and will not oppose another Cass county man if selected. He thanks Cass county Republicans for past support.
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Epriok
Congress
Cass County
H. G. Corris
Enterprising druggist agency for Dr King’s New Discovery
Vic Emmert & Co announce their agency for Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption coughs and colds. The remedy claims to cure asthma bronchitis hoarseness and throat chest lung affections. Trial bottle free regular size 60 cents and 81 00 guaranteed to cure or price refunded
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Vic Emmert &Co
Dr. King
Drugatore
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Telxcaarn
Republican County Convention
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Lee
Caribbean
Kulke
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Uncle Sam Sro
Aix
McGuffey
Vermont
H. G. Curtis
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