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Newspaper
Batesville Tribune
Location
Batesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1900
Page
3
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The excerpt features a joke about calling the Democratic party the P B party and a quip about New Jersey being a robber's roast. It notes a jab at New Jersey’s theft line, praising the state for seeking dollars worth 100 cents.
A newspaper note argues it is fine for Goebel's friends to erect a grave monument while calling for the Goebel law, born from his ideas, to be buried in an unmarked grave. The statement reflects strong opinions on memorials and the legislation linked to Goebel.
The proposal to perpetuate the consular force is rejected as untenable as a life appointment. The remark about keeping an individual like Macrum in a consular post suggests strong opposition to hereditary or long term tenure in such positions.
The Goebel law is defective and should authorize the State Board of Elections to issue certificates of election to the Democratic nominees without the formality of an actual election.
The article notes the early campaign chatter naming a candidate to be put up in Kansas City on July 4th. It asserts that regardless of his mother's naming, his fate in November is described as a loss for the candidate.
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat questions whether U S generosity to Spain by granting small islands creates a risk of more trouble for Madrid and Washington. The editorial wonders if Uncle Sam’s approach may provoke Spain into future conflicts.
The decision not to hold a post mortem on Goebel’s remains fuels suspicions that he was shot by a friend aiming to cause a disturbance but missing.
The Democrats select Kansas City Missouri as the venue and July 4 as the convention date amid fears the event may be turned into a Bryan tribute on Independence Day.
A Democrat warned the Republican party is doomed yet election returns on boards appear to favor the GOP. The piece notes the writing on the wall comment may echo the visible results as reporting emphasizes GOP gains and public sentiment.
Henri Waterson asserts the Goebel law guarantees no chance of winning, unlike ordinary slot machines which offer occasional wins. The statement frames Goebel as a fixed outcome versus the probabilistic rewards of gambling devices.
The passage claims Democratic papers are unusually prosperous, delivering sharp anti McKinley administration and tariff criticisms while growing wealthy from their profits.
A Louisville Courier-Journal note to Belmont argued the Democratic ticket would win Kentucky, saying Goebel law kept the result from chance and implying Democratic votes would be counted by party influence.
The article notes Kentucky Democrats asserting power to count their party's influence without reflecting the general electorate's will. It frames the Democratic state election board as bold in pursuing party gains over popular vote outcomes.
Senator Clark of Montana says he paid 140000 dollars as legitimate expenses to secure election by the Montana Legislature. The Democrats allegedly expand legitimate election costs in the West, a tactic surprising even voters from Ohio’s Senator Payne era.
The article warns that the Democratic National Convention in Kansas City on July 4 could lead to a future party withdrawal from celebrating the nation's birthday and a disastrous impact on firecracker and related holiday sales.
The Louisville and Nashville Railroad faced pressure from political factions as Henri Water son urged catering to the Goebel crowd. The company responded that patronage comes from the people and it remains willing to trust the public, a sign to some that the corporation has a soul despite others' claims.
The United States Milling Co. once capitalized around 25 million and built from a mill trust, has fallen to a receiver. Promoters blame bond sales woes on money market stringency, but experts say watered stock deters investors. Many large trusts may follow this path, though a single mill in the group could have yielded fair dividends if operated independently.
The London War Office received a dispatch from Lord Roberts stating General Cronje capitulated unconditionally at daylight and is now a prisoner in the camp. Estimates of his force ranged from 3,000 to 12,000, and the surrender is not a ceasefire but a step toward ending hostilities. The report praises Cronje and his followers.
The passage lauds General Cronje and his brigade in a context of capitulation to larger forces. It notes the Boers cannot afford to lose Cronje or the troops he commanded, highlighting his celebrated strategy and calm leadership.
A critique of those urging Roberts to stop fighting Cronje, arguing Cronje’s forces are in better shape and protected, while White’s Ladysmith siege suffers with civilians trapped. The piece asserts sentiment should be balanced and rational, noting Roberts offered medical aid while Joubert has not.
Washington notes on February 24, 1900 outline a compromise between House and Senate on the gold bill. Key points include the gold standard, a $150 million gold reserve, separate treasury redemption and issue, small capital banks, note issuance limits, bi metalism by international consent, and a new debt refinancing section. A conference on the shipping bill at Senator Hanna’s house signals progress despite opposition from four Republican Merchant Marine members.
The House referred a four bill package to the Merchant Marine Committee. It limits subsidies to vessels built before 1900 for 10 years and to post 1900 ships with 10 years full rate plus 10 years at a 5 percent annual decline. Tank ships are excluded. Government bought ships from the Span ish War era may receive subsidies when owned by Americans. Ships with subsidies face inspection and export controls. Also the Democratic National Committee set July 4 in Kansas City for the next convention, signaling possible Bryan influence concerns due to timing and Senator Gorman opposition.
An Albany dairyman sought a doctor for his seriously ill child with croup. After buying Chamberlain's Cough Remedy at a local drug store and delaying the doctor, the child improved, prompting the family to praise the remedy. Drugstores John Gauck and Bigney & Co. market the product.
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