Political chatter and patent medicines fill the paper
The page lines show Bryanism chatter and political quips about Hanna Debs and Watson alongside ads for DeWitts Little Early Risers and One Minute Cough Cure. Mentions of Adlai Bryanism Aguinaldo and the Democratic National Committee blend with patent medicines and dye ads from G A Baas Paas.
Dr J H Mclean Cordial and Blood Purifier Endorsed
A Hancock Wisconsin notice from February 8, 1899, by R P Cobb endorses Dr J H McLean's Strengthening Cordial and Blood Purifier and recommends it to the public. It notes availability for sale by G A Baas.
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Hancock, Wis
J. H. McLean
R.p.cobb
G. A. Baas
Fowler predicts big NJ win for McKinley Roosevelt
Congressman Fowler of New Jersey says McKinley and Roosevelt will win the state by 40 000 to 50 000 votes. He notes Bryanites claim the state for their side.
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Fowler
New Jersey
McKinley
Roosevelt
Bryanites
Stop the first leak or you lose the ship
When pain slows you you push through then fall back to work as symptoms ease. This pattern risks a serious illness taking hold. Begin with rest and proper care to head off the looming sickness before it worsens.
Congressman Hitt Declares Flag Fertilizes Every Foot of Land
Illinois congressman and House Foreign Affairs chair Hitt claims the U S flag "fertilizes every foot of land over which it waves" in a bold statement highlighting national influence and patriotism.
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Congressman Hitt
Illinois
House Committee On Foreign Affairs
U. S
Consul-General Williams Campaigns for McKinley Roosevelt
O F Williams former United States Consul General at Manila under Spanish rule campaigns for McKinley and Roosevelt praising Bryan as the only begotten son of pessimism. Ad for Kodol Dyspepsia Cure claims it digests all foods and relieves indigestion with wide suitability. G A Baas.
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O. F. Williams
United States
Manila
Philippines
Spain
McKinley
Roosevelt
Bryan
Bryanite Encouragement Blames Insurgents Renewal
A provocative dispatch asserts Bryanite and allied supporters sparked renewed Filipino insurgent activity, claiming every drop of American blood shed in the Philippines is chargeable to William J. Bryan and his supporters.
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Philippines
William J. Bryan
Globe Telegraph College Ad Promises Placed Graduates
Young men and women with fair education and good character are invited to learn telegraphy railroad accounting and typewriting. Endorsed by leading railway companies as the only perfect and reliable institute. All graduates assisted to positions. Free catalog available from Globe Telegraph College Lexington Ky.
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Globe Telgraph College
Lexington
Shifting labor market pressures rise with costs and demand
The text argues that workers with higher earning potential will not complain about higher costs because wages depend on product output. It notes that four years ago prices were low and labor was scarce, whereas today labor demand is strong and workers are scarce.
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Mr. Major
New York
Major
Physician Endorses Kodol Dyspepsia Cure
Dr. W. H. Lewis of Lawrenceville Virginia states Kodol Dyspepsia Cure relieves severe indigestion and aids digestion. The notice claims hundreds of physicians rely on it for stomach troubles and promises instant relief and permanent cure by aiding digestion. G. A.
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W. H.lewis
Lawrenceville
G. A. Baas
Impossible electoral path for Bryan noted in multi state list
The text argues Bryan cannot win a majority of the electoral college even with states he would need including Colorado Idaho Indiana Kentucky Maryland Montana Nebraska New York and Utah, predicting at least four of these will stay or become Republican. It also advertises DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve as a burn and skin cure warning against counterfeits.
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de Witt
G. A. Baas
Bryan
Colorado
Idaho
Indiana
Kentucky
Maryland
Montana
Nebraska
New York
Utah
DeWitt
Republicans urged to vote for McKinley to retain House
The piece argues for strong Republican turnout to secure McKinley’s reelection and maintain a Republican majority in the House. Chairman Babcock, head of the Congressional Committee, asserts a full Republican vote will surely keep control.
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McKinley
House
Babcock
Congressional Committee
Northwestern Yeast Foam samples promote bread raiser
The Northwestern Yeast Co. of Fon du Lac Wisconsin and Chicago Illinois distribute free samples of Yeast Foam. The ad claims near universal familiarity with the product and warns buyers to avoid imitations while pricing packages at 5 cents.
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Northwestern Yeast Co
Fon du Lac
Wis
Chicago
United States
Reverend S A Donahoe Praises Cough Remedy
On December 10 1897 Rev S A Donahoe pastor of the M E Church South Pt Pleasant W Va contracted a severe cold with violent coughing. After trying many so called specifics he bought Chamberlains Cough Remedy which acted like a charm and he cheerfully recommends it to the public. For sale by John Gauck and Bigney Co druggists.
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S. A. Donahoe
M. E. Church
South
Pt. Pleasant
W. Va
John Gauck
Bigney & Co
McKinley Curbs Imperialists and Plans Troop Moves
Washington dispatch notes McKinley orders Chaffee to withdraw from Pekin leaving 1500 guard. 2600 American troops to sail from Taku to Manila with transports Warren Indiana Garonne Sumner, volunteers home by November. Morgan Hanna and Croker figures loom over coal strike and patronage while religious papers largely back McKinley.
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Washington, D. C
McKinley
Chaffee
Pekin
Legation
Warren
Indiana
Garonne
Sumner
Taku
China
Manila
War Department
Political Strife and Warship Talk Stir Washington
The article debates Bryan Croker patronage influence in New York and cabinet ideas, then shifts to Lieutenant Hobson disputing a Dewey interview. Hobson asserts his remarks about Spanish warships were distorted and clarifies his view on sunk ships, seacocks, and Dewey’s victory.
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Hobson
Dewey
Manila
Hay
Vancouver
Hong Kong
Admiral Dewey
Classified ad seeking sales and delivery service in Indiana
An ad describes an active man with character to deliver and collect in Indiana for a wholesale house. It offers $900 a year and emphasizes honesty. References, bank in any city, self addressed stamped envelope. Third Floor, 334 Dearborn St., Chicago. 1-166
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Indiana
Dearborn St
Chicago
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