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Newspaper
Atlantic Weekly Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1898
Page
3
The Louisville Courier Journal editorializes that the southern states will vote Democratic regardless of candidate or issue. It argues leaders are behind the age, blinded by prejudice, and stuck in old habits. It calls for modernization, attracting settlers, and protecting property to spur growth, warning against race tensions and promiscuous wrongdoing.
The article notes Spain and Europe reacting to the Republican victory, Sagasta and fusionists disappointed in the U S outcome, and U S policy under McKinley gaining global attention. It argues United States unity and strength elevate its status, urging voters to consider national interests beyond local concerns.
President McKisuny and the cabinet insist on a decisive end to peace negotiations with Spain. They demand immediate acceptance of terms or withdrawal from the conference, allowing the United States to claim the fruits of war. Ten changes are anticipated, with the archipelago as the sole acceptable outcome.
The article notes Mark wearing a confident smile as western returns, especially Ohio, come in. It suggests Dave Henderson of Iowa could become the next speaker of the House and, if chosen, would likely perform well.
Nebraska has moved close to the Republican line enabling election of a U S senator alongside Thurston. Eastern agents who left the state may return, boosting local investment and capital inflows. Improved crops and policy would advance Nebraska, with farmers likely to see significant progress and the state rise notably in coming years.
Businessmen in Omaha discuss feasibility of another exposition on the grounds next year. They doubt strong local attendance. The current year’s exposition hurt many merchants, and though it was a success, continued shows would likely be poorly patronized. Democrats claim they will accept responsibility with a Republican-led government.
The public shows a general tendency to attend to routine affairs and postpone politics until the next year's campaign. Party papers are urged to keep the political topic alive by discussing leading events and subjects that will come before Congress in its December session.
The fragment notes rough treatment of aspiring public office seekers who faced winters without pay. It cites Lyons claiming railroads beat him and implies the railroads alone wouldn’t have secured victory this year. The tone mocks political failures and winter hardships for jobless campaigners.
The dispute over the Episcopal diocese in Iowa has drawn politicians into the fray. Widespread wrangling and heated rhetoric suggest a looming clash, with a loud public war of words signaling intense tension surrounding the church leadership.
Ex-Concernsman Towne clings to the Ex label while Iowa eyes a bumper corn crop of 268 672 000 bushels and high meat output. Diegnan’s Des Moines and Stuart receptions show him facing powder with little grace. Gold Democrats celebrate the silverites defeat alongside Republicans, broadening the majority.
The article recalls the 8th day of November 1898 with praise for Republican gains nationwide, noting strong support from Iowa and Nebraska, a solid Kansas-Nebraska shift, and a 60,000 statewide majority. It highlights McKinley’s administration, the Cuba policy, and county results led by Cass County, including Meredith’s county attorney win and broad newspaper-driven campaign credit. The piece closes linking Iowa Nebraska triumphs to the president’s westward peace jubilees visit.
The report notes that peace negotiations may not be permanently broken and could resume. It suggests Spain might accept U S terms if hostilities were to resume, while Spain desires no more war but is unable to wage it alone, whereas the United States could begin immediately if decided.
The piece notes several reasons for heightened Thanksgiving sentiment this year. It highlights improved conditions since two years ago, optimistic future outlooks, and increased ability of many to afford the holiday meal, reflecting gratitude for economic change and policy or causal improvements.
A political cartoonish metaphor portrays the old democratic rooster as diminished by alliance with legionists. It curses the bird to return to its coop to regain its voice and fighting spirit.
A citizen slogan asserts government exists for those who vote and for those who do not vote benefits should not be expected, framing the franchise as a central duty of the people. The message emphasizes elected representation and universal participation as core governance principles.
The piece notes smokeless powder boosts corn needs as spirits feed explosive manufacture. It cites Britain contracting 125,000 gallons of distilled spirits from Chicago and signaling 450,000 more in ten days, while the United States expands output. It argues spirits should be used for powder, not consumption, predicting a large future corn demand and market influence.
The Philadelphia Press argues that removing yellow fever danger in Cuba justifies the war’s cost, that Cuban independence is unlikely to gain popular support, and that Cuba must be governed under American rule with strict sanitary compliance before any turn to Cuban self rule.
An editorial observes the nonreader who skips paying and then shouts at any unfavorable column. He will demand a correction for a misspelled name to avert imagined ruin, though he otherwise lingers on street corners calling the paper worthless and inconsequential.
The TRE season favors winter wheat seeding with sowing ongoing in the south and east of the Rocky Mountains showing a 10 percent higher planted area than harvested last year. Growth is strong and fields are being postured. Hessian fly appears in many locales, risking damage, while Pacific coast seeding starts under favorable conditions per Orange Judd Farmer.
Col Bryan says the military lockjaw would be a blessing if incurable or epidemic among free silver party members. The remark mocks Popocrat stubbornness, noting machines wear out from violent use and suggesting party jaw indestructibility may fail.
The speaker asserts Germany and other nations show interest but will refrain from meddling in how the United States disposes of the Philippines. Bluster will not lead to action as the U S intends to proceed without foolishness, keeping others at bay.
The report shows over 13 000 pieces of mail went astray last year due to illegible directions. It notes many people are careless with addresses and then blame post office workers, while the fault is often their own.
Tmt Omaha Lee accuses certain Republican contenders of bar room brutality and disgrace, urging the party to remove them from the ticket or defeat them at the polls to spare the party from bearing responsibility for their election.
The Navy Department learned Tuesday that the Maria Teresa ran aground on Cat Island. The Vulcan and Potomac were dispatched immediately to determine the situation and offer all possible assistance to save the vessel, potentially restoring it as a souvenir of the Spanish war.
Gen Weaver weighs his campaign figures to calculate how long until he can win a congressional seat by challenging Maj Lacey in all low congressional districts. The move reflects his broader strategy and political timing as he weighs district-by-district paths to office.
Voters affirm republican governance, praising McKinley administration, Dingley tariff benefits, and expanded domestic and foreign commerce. Manufacturing and agricultural sectors report revived demand, higher wages, and broader money circulation, signaling approval of wartime conduct and rejection of free silver. Congress and president expected to cooperate on key issues.
In a strong off year for the GOP the people stand by the president as free silver declines and the United States Senate, House, and several states shift to Republican leadership. Iowa leads gains, Teddy Roosevelt strikes at New York politics, and Crokerism yields. Destinies of the country appear secure under Republican care, with the power of the people in a high trust presidency.
The piece notes that despite pledges and apparent votes, some candidates were left out of the results and seek to learn which supporters or vote shifts caused the surprise outcomes. It highlights post election confusion and inquiries into possible defections or irregularities.
The prophecies of the popocrats collapse as none of their predictions materialize. Before the election their claims lacked foundation and their candidates falter, as in prior years. Their program appears to promise much and deliver nothing.
The passage notes the South remains attached to free trade and free silver despite wartime zeal and gratitude toward the administration for its handling, and is slow to abandon long standing customs and voting traditions.
The remark notes a moment when Democrats did not win in reshaping the House between elections and a new administration. It asserts the public is content to let the Republican Party continue current work, trusting the outcome will be satisfactory.
Hon Thomas B Reed stands a strong chance of again wielding the gavel as speaker of the next congress with evident mastery of the duties and process.
The Iowa delegation expresses strong support for McKinley, reporting a 60000 vote majority and unified backing in both Senate and House. The message praises his policies and war-era gains, while condemning free silver advocates as silenced within Iowa.
The report notes Jim the Second lags far behind Congress candidate McPherson who dominates the district counties Harrison and Shelby join the field, and the Ninth now has a leading figure aligned with McKinley and the administration.
The text notes broad Republican gains across the country, signaling the end of the fusion movement. It states neither Democrats nor Populists gained lasting success, only temporary local gains from fusion, and predicts both parties will reassess their own strength and future prospects.
Jumping Jim Weaver failed to win a Sixth district seat as Maj. Lacy beat him to it. He would have to seek a Missouri district to run for congress since no Iowa district is available. The commentator warns he is a back number and cannot slide into congress here.
The recent election showed that despite a calm campaign the public rejected passivity and warned against experiments taking control, fearing a return to the economic woes seen in Cleveland's era or worse under the so called popocrats.
The speaker notes Spain will sign the peace treaty if she signs at all and protests mean little. They state they do not mind the protest if it aids the signing and emphasize that the signature is the essential goal, regardless of protest style.
The public mood favors continued prosperity and rejects further 16 to 1 policies. Citizens express gratification with recent contest results and feel encouraged and strengthened to focus on business.
Counties once voting Democratic turn to the Republican column this year. Shelby and Harrison are among them as the Ninth District loses Democratic counties, prompting collective rejoicing.
Jim Lyons ran strongly in Guthrie County winning by a majority of 324. Guthrie County last year backed Gov Shaw with 216, showing mixed local reception to a congressional candidate from their own county.
The text portrays Col. Bryan facing political defeat in Nebraska. It suggests he grips himself, endures a period of military silence, and may have memory lapses lasting 16 to 1, forcing him to change his speech approach once recovered.
Fickle Finn remains at home while Col. Hepburn continues to represent the Eight district in congress. The voters would have regretted choosing Finn over Hepburn as they recall past missteps and the district’s political dynamic.
AIA readers dismiss a Gen. Weaver proposal as empty tricks that fail to captivate Iowa citizens who read and think for themselves. The remark frames the bill as a bugaboo not percolating with the public, signaling skepticism toward the measure.
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