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The Batesville Tribune published weekly on Thursdays announces its editor Donald McCallum and terms of subscription including one year and six month options with postage paid.
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Newspaper
Batesville Tribune
Location
Batesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1901
Page
4
The Batesville Tribune published weekly on Thursdays announces its editor Donald McCallum and terms of subscription including one year and six month options with postage paid.
The Brown county area sees a surge of interest following reports of a gold discovery. Porto Rico, under its new government, offers its citizens unusual opportunities to prosper, signaling economic potential and optimism.
As a consequence of the strike in the great steel combine, outside mills are starting up and relieving the strained condition of the steel supply.
On Friday July 26 at the Glenville track in Cleveland Ohio the stallion Crescens trotted a mile in 2 024 to set a new world record in trotting.
Lord Litchener in his official report cites several cases where British soldiers wounded on the battlefield and unable to move were shot by Boers, detailing the alleged wartime executions and conditions observed.
Captain Thomas F. Schley, son of Admiral Schley, says his father possesses strong cards he hopes will be used when the Santiago affair trial proceeds, suggesting forthcoming revelations or arguments from the naval commander.
The Republican State Central Committee met today with expectations that Chairman Hornley would resign. If he steps down, James Goodrich of Winchester Indiana, current Eighth District chairman, is likely to be chosen as State Chairman.
A man in Muncie Indiana once in love with a woman failed to win her affection and retaliated by throwing carbolic acid in her face. The brutal act drew strong demand that punishment be severe enough to deter similar crimes and prevent further violence.
New York papers report Porto Rican importers await lower import duties as ships laden with goods bound for Porto Rico were held until the President's proclamation removing duties on shipments from the United States to Porto Rico took effect, delaying clearance and sales.
The speaker criticizes Bryan as unable to grasp simple truths and argues imperialism exists only in the minds of dreamers. He likens Bryan to a dead visionary, insisting the country is not doomed by imperialist policies.
Senator Tillman of South Carolina, who steered the Democratic State Central Committee to remove his rival Senator McLaurin from the party, is described as a near Populist. The piece questions the nature of a Democratic party that allows a rank Populist to control committee picks and dictate party service.
The record shows 902 strikes in France in 1900 with 222 714 participants and 3 660 575 lost days. The author notes France’s population is under half that of the United States and argues Democratic free traders should examine labor conditions in France.
The court of inquiry to try Rear Admiral Schley over the Santiago campaign and destruction of the Spanish fleet is ordered to convene at the Navy Department, Washington, D. C., on September 12, 1901. The court will consist of Admiral George Dewey, President, Rear Admirals Lewis A. Kimberly and Andrew B. Benham as members, with Samuel Lemly as secretary.
As Judge Advocate the investigation is called at the request of Rear Admiral Schley who has been slandered by the Department historian. It is hoped the truth the whole truth and nothing but the truth will be established by an impartial court.
The piece argues that the Democratic party divides into two camps the platform believers and the repudiators. Each side claims the other is not Democratic, declaring reformers or platform adherents as populists or other ists, leaving the claim that if all Democrats told the truth there would be no Democrats.
The article argues farm profitability will rise as West cultivation expands, population growth slows acreage gains, and exports increase. It cites shifts from domestic to foreign markets, notes lessons from Denmark Germany and France in dairy sugar beet and wine, and warns about import costs totaling 420 million dollars last year while prospects remain strong.
Congresswoman Mondell of Wyoming notes no general push for tariff revision in the northwest. He argues the next Congress has enough work with the Dingley tariff schedule, the Philippine tariff, a Cuba reciprocity treaty, the Nicaraguan Canal, and the merchant marine.
Washington notes that Secretary Long acts quickly on Admiral Schley's request, promising an open, impartial court. It argues that public trust hinges on fair proceedings and that Congress should wait for the court's findings before acting. Porto Rico gains free trade on Miles landing anniversary, aided by Republican policy and Dingley rates. Secretary Wilson links deforestation to arid lands and heat, while forestry chiefs cite hot spells in the Midwest.
The article discusses forest clearance across Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois, noting altered stream headwaters and climate effects. It quotes ex Senator Blair praising McKinley era financial policy, citing Treasury leadership and historic Secretaries. It also reports Capt Lucien Young visiting Washington, lands Havana duties, and remarks on Havana stability and Cuban assimilation of American ideas.
Postmaster General Smith's orders for stricter construction of second class mail laws are praised by most but opposed by those profiting from sending publications by mail at one cent per pound, which should fetch eight cents. The move aims to render the postal service profitable and hasten one cent letter postage.
A long advertisement claims a new treatment for catarrh called Snuffles the guaranteed catarrh cure. It promises permanent relief by addressing the disease itself and extends an offer for one dollar with prepaid delivery in the United States or Canada from Epwen B. Gines & Co. in Philadelphia.
James White of Bryantsville Indiana reports DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve cured sores on both legs after six years of illness with doctors' help failing. He urges readers to get DeWitt's and avoid imitations from Geo Baas.
European gossip says the Czar intends to place a Napoleonic officer in the Russian army on the throne of France, offering a young Napoleon as king. This rumor reflects court intrigue rather than confirmed policy.
Mrs S H Allport of Johnstown Pennsylvania reports her little girl was near death from croup but was instantly relieved by One Minute Cough Cure as doctors warned she might not live. Geo Baas.
Dan Lamont dismissed claims he seeks the presidency of the Northern Pacific Railroad while avoiding any statement about ambitions to be Democratic candidate for President of the United States.
A lame shoulder is usually caused by rheumatism of the muscles and may be cured by a few applications of Chamberlains Pain Balm. For sale by G. A. Baas Betesville and Bigney and Co Sunmaa.
A Washington hotel keeper learned a dangerous lesson after attempting to remove dynamite cartridge contents with a pencil. The incident left him with the loss of two fingers and underscores the peril of handling explosives.
P. T. Thomas of Sumterville Alabama reports relief from dyspepsia after using Kodol Dyspepsia Cure. He says he could digest anything after taking several bottles, claiming the product includes all natural digestive fluids and restores a weak stomach to its normal condition as stated by Geo Baas.
British military leaders declare dismounted officers in active service should carry carbines rather than swords. They argue the sword is a useless encumbrance in modern warfare and set an example likely to be echoed by other armies.
Letter from Corydon Indiana dated January 11 1890 requests one half dozen Dyspeptic Cure from Geneva shipment if local wagon fails. Sir T Houser Druggist G Al Baas listed as sellers. Message emphasizes urgency and must arrive by Monday next.
In cases of cough or croup give the little one One Minute Cough Cure. Then rest easy and have no fear. The child will be all right in a little while. It never fails. Pleasant to take, always safe, and almost instantaneous in effect. Geo, Baas.
The Big Four and OC and O Railways announce low return fares to Atlantic City Ocean City Sea Isle City Avalon Anglesea and other Atlantic cities with July 18 and August 15 start dates. Includes half rates to Milwaukee Chicago Franklin Ohio and other destinations tied to events plus extended return windows and sale dates through July 1901. For details contact local agents.
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