Trade drives U S exports through global advertising
The article argues government efforts to expand foreign demand for American goods by promoting use and awareness of products abroad. It highlights wheat, corn, butter, and cheese as examples, noting rising exports from 1870s to 1890s, and praises consul-led promotion as a key method.
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Sunl
Wilson
Bush
Europe
Col
Murphy
United Kingdom
Germany
France
Thins Ib
United States
McKisney Proclaims Thanksgiving Day Observance in Iowa
Present McKisney designates Thursday November 25 as the day to express thanks for the blessings enjoyed. The year brings gifts in Iowa with good health, sound crops including corn, rising prices, employment, revived business, and abundant state plenty. The observance should unite friends and relatives at the festal board to share social recreation and gratitude.
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McKisney
Iowa
Corn Leads As World's Famine Foe Says Economist
An observer notes Germany imported 846027 tons of corn from the United States in the last year, nearly double 1896. The grain’s universal adaptability, ease of transport, storage, and diverse uses make it a pivotal food source likely to curb European famine as nations seek reliable maize supplies.
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Germany
Europe
Uts Fort
Political managers shift away from stump speaking
The Washington Post notes managers now see the spellbinder era fading as voters think for themselves. Parties that connect with individuals rather than mass persuasion gain the edge, while organizations and newspapers play pivotal roles in shaping political contests.
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Washington Post
Klondike Weather Forcing Adventurers To Flee
Severe Klondike weather pushes explorers from the region with boats bringing many passengers and few with gold. The harsh conditions drive a rapid exodus as adventurers abandon the journey in search of safer areas.
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Klondike
Pullman Heirships Inherit After Death Of George M Pullman
The passing of Geo M Pullman reveals the billionaire sleeping car pioneer built his wealth by sheer personal effort. His two twin sons, raised in luxury, receive each 2000 a year for comfortable support. The will notes that self made men rise from poverty to fortune, while heirs must prove business hustle to sustain greatness.
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Geo. M. Pullman
Revenue Decline Under Wilson Act Predicts Recovery Soon
The article notes that import growth is depleting quickly and that new law effects reduce treasury receipts versus last year. It predicts receipts will shrink further into November before rebounding, with expectations that government income will match outgo as duties rise again. The piece cites Republican views on inrush goods and shifting duty policy.
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Treasury
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Iowa Debt Read Against States In 1896 Election
A comparison shows Iowa's debt at 41 828 760 dollars, about 22 cents per capita, with Nebraska 1 500 000 dollars per capita 1 50, Colorado 3 000 000, Nevada 13 per capita, Kansas 45 cents, Missouri 83 per capita. The piece argues Iowa's financial position outscores other states and criticizes careless talk.
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Iowa
Bryan
Nebraska
Colorado
Nevada
Kansas
Missouri
Iowa Climate Praises Comfort and Opportunity
The article extols Iowa’s climate as superior to other regions, noting snow storms in Denver and warm summer weather elsewhere. It claims Iowa offers year round healthful conditions, excellent soil, pure water, and robust opportunities for the less affluent to make a comfortable living.
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Denver
Colorado
Iowa
Gardner’s Squib Shot Sparks Harsh Critique of Actions
A critic charges Gardner’s last shot was reckless and dangerous, causing a rival to feel harmed. The writer says facing right and conscience was needed to justify recent statements and attacks on men with standing and reputation. The tone questions judgment and propriety.
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Gardner
Supreme court upholds ballot sticking to middle road ticket
The court ruling preserves the middle of the road ticket on the official ballot preventing fusionists from blocking populist voters. The editors express belief in populist theory as untenable but affirm voters’ right to cast ballots according to conscience.
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Supreme Court
October exportations set high mark for years
Our October exportations have been very heavy and will probably reach larger figures than those of any October for a number of years, and will show large sales abroad of any manufactured goods. The free traders claimed that a protective tariff would cause a falling off of our manufactured goods, but this proves that they were mistaken in their theory. Not a single country has closed its doors to the admission of our goods.
Denouncing Apathy At The Ballot Box
A commentary notes that many men who protest suffrage rights stay away from polls on election day and may refuse to vote when asked. It urges every citizen to take an active interest in government and cast a vote according to their judgment, or they should not complain later.
Europe Still Doubts Us and Our Financial System
Europe doubts American money safety as investors fear its finances after recent events. Pierre Lorillard says social and political forces hinder U S investment in Europe, while repudiation talk and the Chicago platform threaten a repeat of past debt issues.
Iowa Senator Hanna Faces Labor Charge from Arkansas Rival
Sious City Journal reports Sexaron Haxya’s campaign rhetoric attacking Senator Hanna with claims by Joe Sovereign of Arkansas. Sovereign accuses Hanna of labor suppression while Hanna counters by urging belief in himself and challenging specifics without witnesses or dates.
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Sexaron Haxya
Iowa
Joe Sovereign
Arkansas
Democratic Party
Mr. Sovereign
Hanna
Sovereign
Ohio
State Penitentiary
United States Senate
Tam
Butt
Lim
Sam
Sious City Journal
Col Hay's e fficient plain talk in London tone
Col Hay, the U S representative at the court of St James, shows American resolve and courtesy. He spoke plainly at a London banquet, saying there is no reason for unfriendly ties with England, and emphasized the rights and interests of the United States. He avoids flattery, upholds U S positions, and is viewed as eminently qualified to represent the country.
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Tuene
England
Cleveland
Col
Hay
United States
New Process Builds Smokeless Hard Coal From Soft Coal
The invention by Chas W. Smith, a mineralogist and assayer from Indianapolis, will convert soft coal into smokeless hard coal at Davenport with other cities watching. If successful, it could revolutionize soft coal mining by producing a cheaper, sulphur free fuel free of soot and dirt in heating and cooking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. W. Smith
Indianapolis
Ind
Davenport
Change in the Nation After New Administration
A historical summary notes rapid improvement in national morale. It claims farmers are paying off debt, laborers have jobs, and artisans are returning to business following the presidential election and the start of the new administration. The upturn began slowly but grew as pledges were carried out.
Ute Outbreak in Colorado Sparks Sheriff Night Chase
Five Utes killed as game warden tries to arrest them for alleged violations. Intense excitement as posses of deputy sheriffs and ranchmen pursue the Indians along the Snake River in Colorado.
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Colorado
Snake River
Ile
Mormon Elders Active in Iowa Counties and Des Moines
Proprur notes a dozen Mormon elders at work across Iowa this last season. Two operate in Spencer and Clay County, two in O'Brien and Sioux counties, two in Sioux City and Council Bluffs, two in Cerro Gordo, two in Wright and Franklin, with seven in Des Moines. They claim polygamy is dead and focus on municipal reform in Salt Lake City.
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Salt Lake City
Spencer
Clay County
O'Brien
Sioux Counties
Sioux City
Council BlufYs
Cerro Gordo
Wright
Franklin
Tau
Black Hawk
Des Moines
Salt Lake
Currency Commission Aims To Stabilize Money Market
The currency commission works to devise a plan to fix defects in the currency system and shield the money market from financiers who might push rates up. Opinions vary on the approach, but the aim is a final, satisfactory plan that benefits financial conditions.
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Currency Commission
Tbis
Spain Urges Patrol to Stop Filibusters Bound for Cuba
The text questions why Spain, if confident in naval power, does not guard its own ports and Cabis coast to seize filibusters heading to Cuba. It notes threats to search American vessels yet warns of lively resistance from unarmed filibusters if such actions are attempted.
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Spain
Cuba
United States
Cabis
Senator Cullom backs Dingley tariff in Europe
Senator Cullom of Illinois says European trade circles view the Dingley tariff as pro American and against European industry. He notes broad resentment in Europe and argues American workers should support the tariff as a benefit to the United States.
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Cullom
Ilinois
Europe
United States
Opening Fort Randall reservation land to settlement attracts little attention
The Fort Randall reservation opening drew sparse interest as most reservations have been opened except for less desirable lands. Much good land remains available for homesteading in western states, and until settlement advances, demand for further openings will be low.
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Fort Randall
Sioux City Journal
Ocean steamers enter Buenos Ayres port with no American flag
The 648 steamers that entered Buenos Ayres in the first eight months of the year carried no American flag though many carried American goods. Freights benefit foreign ship owners, a situation likely to be addressed as the government and American shipbuilders study the matter.
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Buenos Ayres
Iowa State Dairy Association Annual Meeting Opens in Charles City
The Iowa State Dairy Association holds its annual meeting in Charles City commencing November 10. The dairy business is attracting growing interest and the upcoming program promises a strong agenda. Cass county shows rising involvement with notable dairy herds, making milk and butter topics especially relevant to local farmers.
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Iowa State Dairy Association
Charles City
Cass County
Bank clearings rise 33 percent from year ago week
Bank clearings for the past week show a 33 percent increase over the same week a year earlier, indicating higher business activity. The period also saw more favorable conditions with business failures over 100 fewer than the prior year-week.
The Meaning Of A Vote and Democratic Principles
Excerpt from Harper's Round Table on democracy and republic virtues. It argues that government by the people relies on universal suffrage, yielding the safest decisions though not always the wisest. It emphasizes majority rule, obedience to laws, and legitimacy of elected magistrates as safeguards against minority rebellion.
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Harper's Round, Table
Money in Use and Confidence Fueling Prosperity
The Davenport Democrat argues the key to economic growth lies not in money in idle form but in confidence and circulation. It cites stable currency and the shelving of silverism as factors restoring prosperity, noting no need for depreciated dollars to settle debts.
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Dubuque
Davenport Democrat
Grover Cleveland Has a Son at Princeton
A son born to Grover Cleveland and his wife at noon yesterday is described as healthy and fine. The former president received numerous visitors and telegrams while Princeton undergraduates celebrated with cheers for the baby and his mother. A college bulletin notes the child will enter Princeton with class of 1916 and play center rush on future football teams. The Cleveland children include Ruth, Esther, and Marion aged 7, 5, and 3.
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Princeton
N. Jn
Grover Cleveland
United States
Cleveland
Joseph Jefferson
E. C. Benedict
Thurber
Carlisle
Reunion Hall
Grover Cleveland, Jr
Ruth
Esther
Marion
New Midland Directors Elected as Colorado Midland Plans Takeover
New York Oct 29 An adjourned meeting of Colorado Midland Railway directors elected Charles A Otis of New York and Charles Boetticher of Denver to fill vacancies left by George Bertine and Lewis G Johnson The new directors stated they do not represent foreign interests in the road President Histine said the company will take possession Nov 1 abandon the Busk tunnel and route all trains over the Hege man pass now rehabilitated
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New Midland
New York
Colorado Midland Railway Company
Charles A. Otis
Charles Bootticher
Denver
George Bertine
Lewis G. Johnson
Histine
Busk
Hegeman Pass
Longstreet Named Commissioner of Railroads
Washington October 30 The president appointed James Longstreet of Georgia as commissioner of railroads succeeding Wade Hampton resigned Also named Henry S Pritchett of Missouri superintendent of the coast and geodetic survey Mifflin W Gibbs colored of Arkansas consul at Tamatave Madagascar General Longstreet a famed Confederate general and longtime Republican ally was recently married to a Georgia woman
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Wade Hampton
Washington
James Longstreet
Georgia
Wade C. Hampton
Henrys. Pritchett
Missouri
Coast and Geodetic Survey
Mifflin
Grant
Longstreet
Death notices for Rev B F Taylor and nurse Rebecca Wiswell
Death of Rev B F Taylor of Napa California aged 70 after 41 years in Iowa Colorado and California due to typhoid fever. Also obituary of aged Army Nurse Rebecca Wiswell of Paysourn Massachusetts who died at home of heart disease born in Provincetown in 1806.
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B. F. Taylor
Napa
Cal
Pennsylvania
Iowa
Colorado
California
Dica
Paysourn
Mass
Rebecca Wiswell
Wiswell
Provincetown
Status of Indians in Alaska Rights and Mining Claims
Washington reports Commissioner Hermann of the general land office discusses the status of Alaska natives under US law. The decision states US citizens or those declaring intent may prospect locate and patent mineral lands under the 1884 act. It notes Alaska is not Indian country for most laws and that contracts with natives need no federal approval, a matter set for congressional consideration with potential for a delegate representation anticipated.
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Hermann
Washington
Alaska
United States
Aussia
General Land Office
Congress
Waters Aginst Campbell
United States Supreme Court
Secretary of the Interior
Office of Indian Affairs
Shots For Ugly Utes Aids Fatal Clash With Colorado Warden
In Birte Colorado on October 27 reports say Game Warden Wilcox tried to arrest Ute Indians near Ely Park for game law violations and was fired on. Five Utes were killed as deputies and ranchmen pursued survivors. Troops could be sent if warranted. tension remains high.
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Colorado
Birte
Colo
Snake River
Wilcox
Ely Park
White River
Otis
Department of the Colorado
Uted
Boulder Miners Strike Affects 1000 In Colorado District
Boulder county coal miners are on strike after wage cuts at a Lafayette mine. Managers reportedly reduced machine men wages by 10 cents per ton. Word spread to all district mines and the closure order was followed.
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Boulder
Colo
Boulder County
Lafayette
Floods Investigation Tour By Senate Commerce Panel
A Senate commerce subcommittee arrives in Sioux City to tour flood conditions along the Mississippi and its tributaries. Senators Nelson Minnesota Berry Arkansas and Gallinger New Hampshire lead the visit as they examine flood control and river management practices amid ongoing concerns.
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Sioux City
United States
Senate Committee On Commerce
Mississippi
Nelson
Minnesota
Berry
Arkansas
Gallinger
New Hampshire
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