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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1900
Page
1
Letter Carriers Civil Service Exam Held in Bedford
Miss B Wilhelm oversaw the civil service examination for letter carrier applicants at Bedford High School. Seventeen candidates, including Albert Fletcher and James Stephenson, saw their sealed papers sent to Washington for grading, with three carriers and one substitute expected to be appointed before October 1. W.C. Elliot endorses Foley's Kidney Cure after a kidney ailment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. Wilhelm
Seymour
Civil Service
Bedford
Mary McGinniss
Jack Palmer
Albert Fletcher
William Butler
James Stephenson
Fred Owen
Alva Nicholson
Arthur S .Speakes
Thomas E Henderson
William H. Henderson
Chas. W. Bivins
Albert H. Dunihue
William Tft. Vansickle
W. H. Consalus
Fred W. Bowden
Fred W. Benzel
Edwin G. Whitted
Tilghman A. Wallace
Claud L. Fish
Miss Willhelm
Washington City
North End Busters Rout Avoca Nine In Big Local Baseball Game
A large crowd watched North End Busters defeat Avoca Nine 17 to 10 on Sunday. The North End players, praised for their strong play, faced Avoca’s four pitchers and still won, boosting the Bedford team’s growing reputation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North End Busters
Avoca
North End Boys
Bedford Boys
Ostend manifesto and Cuban policy in 1857 noted
The article recalls the Ostend manifesto urging the U S to seize Cuba as a key issue in 1857. It names James Buchanan as leader of the allied ministers and describes the Democratic convention stance that the next administration should ensure Democratic ascendancy in the Gulf of Mexico. It questions if McKinley era actions to take Puerto Rico and the Philippines fit imperialism and contrasts with Bryan era attitudes per Indianapolis News.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ostend
Cuba
James Buchanan
Buchanan
Democratic Party
Gulf of Mexico
Porto Rico
Philippines
McKinley
Bryan
Indianapolis
Hannibal Man Saved by Dr King s New Discovery
J E B Lilly of Hannibal Missouri credits Typhoid fever and pneumonia leading to weak lungs with being cured by Dr King s New Discovery. He reports rapid relief after one bottle and full recovery after continued use. He praises the medicine as the surest quick cure for throat and lung trouble, with trial bottles free at Messick Dodd s Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. EB. Lilly
Hannibal
Messick & Dodd’s
Death of George Scoggan at Ellettsville
George Scoggan died suddenly at Ellettsville around 9 o clock on August 23 from acute stomach trouble after visiting a nerve specialist. He fell ill while away from home, wrote that he would return, but worsened and died, leaving a wife two daughters Mrs William Jackson and Plum Scoggan, and son Walter Scoggan. He was 64, born on the Samuel Scogan farm southeast of town and respected as a good citizen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Scoggan
Ellettsville
Mr.Scoggan
Mr. Scoggan
Samuel Scoggan
William Jackson
Plum Scoggan
Walter Scoggan
Skin Eruptions Cured by Bucklen's Arnica Salve
Old, Running and Fever Sores Ulcers Boils Felons Corns Warts Cuts Bruises Burns Scalds Chapped Hands Chilblains Best Pile cure on earth Drives out pains and aches Only 25 cts a box Cure guaranteed Messick Dodd's Druggists Monday afternoon quiet scene dog forced from Justice Woolheater's office leaped through window landed on awning then fled Mitchell Tribune
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bucklen
Messick & Dodd’s
Justice Woolheater
Head & Coleman
Mitchell Tribune
No-Risk Purchase Promise for Chamberlain's Remedy
W C Elliott Drug Store offers a money back guarantee for Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. Advertises it as the most successful remedy for towel complaints, claiming it never fails and is pleasant, safe and reliable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
W. C. Elliott
Bondsmen Pay Township Balance After Bank Failure
George Needham trustee of Marshall township faced a bond suit after Bedford Bank failed. After years of litigation, the town was awarded about £2000. Needham’s property later sold, and the balance was paid by bondsmen D F Chambers Samuel Bennett and James McFadden, now in the bank for the township.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bedford Bank
George Needham
Marshall Township
Needham
D. F. Chambers
Samuel Bennett
James McFadden
McKinley's Clean Cut Policy Solidifies Republican Stand
President McKinley addresses a committee meeting asserting full congressional power over U.S. territories and pledging liberty, justice, and order. He argues against Bryanite attacks, cites Porto Rico and Philippines governance as proven, and praises the party for prosperity, debt funding, and tariff promises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Congress
United States
Calhoun
Republican Party
Hoar
Porto Rico
Philippines
Mr. Bryan
Alaska
Arizona
Burke Says Imperialism and Militarism Dominate Campaign
Hon Frank B Burke told a Democratic audience that imperialism and militarism are the top campaign issues. He claimed the Mel Kinley administration estimated 10.9 million soldiers and could mobilize 10 million by an act of Congress. The remark ends noting Burke should seek treatment for nervous women.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank B. Burke
Mel Kinley
Republic
Congress
Bryan photographed in cornfield prompts NC questions
In the Chicago Times Herald clipping a reader mocks Bryan asking if he has heard of North Carolina and questions how he would address thousands denied a voice in their government by his party's supporters, implying a political critique.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Chicago Times Herald
Mr. Bryan
North Carolina
Bryan Addressed Salem Reception in 1896
The remark emphasizes perseverance through crises and obstacles, arguing every generation improves at progress. It attributes the quote to William Jennings Bryan spoken at a July 15 1896 Salem Massachusetts reception, noting it is not from a contemporary Republican speech.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiliam Jennings Bryan
Salem
Durbin Praised as Soldier in Letter to Indianapolis Journal
A Jacksonville resident lauds Colonel Durbin after his nomination for governor, praising his wartime leadership of the 161st Indiana regiment. The letter commends Durbin for instilling soldierly bearing, maintaining camp cleanliness, and securing high esteem among townspeople.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coloonel W. T. Curbin
Indianapolis Journal
Jacksonville
One Hundred and Sixty-first Indiane Regiment
Durbin
Indiana
J. N. Strivling
Fia
Calamity Platform Eclipses Indiana Democrats in Bryanite Spin
Indiana Democrats issue a stark calamity platform denouncing imperialism and broken pledges while avoiding mass confiscation of corporate property. It reaffirms the Chicago platform, endorses William J. Bryan, and ranks highly in intensity compared with Nebraska and Kansas efforts. The piece notes its vigor despite material limits and Bryan’s sway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Cuba
Republican Party
Buncombe
Chicago
William J. Bryan
Nebraska
Kansas
Iowa
Bryan
Indiana State House Power Struggle Reflected in City Finances
The present state administration moves debt faster to save interest while Taggart and Korn control Indianapolis, spending income and borrowing for ordinary needs. Critics urge economy over extravagance and condemn Taggart’s bid for statehouse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ytageart-Korn
Indianapolis
Indiana State House
Bryan's Spain Treaty Ad Advocacy Questioned
The New York Tribune notes Bryan advocated ratification to gain political points and campaign material, not from higher motives. The remark says no one credited him with nobler aims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Spain
New York Tribune
Bryan and Palmer Clash Over Bryanism and Imperialism
General John M. Palmer argues Bryan would trigger a national panic if elected and predicts Bryan’s defeat would settle Bryanism. He defends Gold Democracy principles, praises McKinley as safe but not all agreeing with him, and forecasts Cuba and the Philippines moving toward self government. Palmer faults Bryan as unsustained and imperialist rhetoric misleads voters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
John M. Palmer
Bryan
Mr. McKinley
Cuba
McKinley
Senator Hoar Attacks Bryan Over Philippine Treaty Defense
Massachusetts Senator George F. Hoar denounces William Jennings Bryan for urging ratification of the Philippine treaty. He argues Bryan pressured Senate action, warns of imperialism, and accuses Bryan of masking motives to push free silver and other reforms. Hoar asserts the treaty’s lawfulness and criticizes Bryan’s political tactics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George F. Hoar
Massachusetts
Bryan
Philippine Islands
Spain
Senate
Congress
Washington N
Cuba
United States
Bacon
House of Representatives
West Point
Revolutionary Army
Washington
Greene
Continental Congress
George
McKinley
Philippines
Manila
Mr. Bryan
Aguinaldo
Bryan's Pledge on money and coinage in 1896 speech
Four years earlier William Jennings Bryan stated before the American people that only the money question would be considered until it was settled. In accepting the Democratic nomination he reaffirmed support for free silver at 16 to 1 and urged fixing the money issue first before other major questions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Supreme Court
Supreme Court of the
United States
Massachusetts
Rebuke for Constitutional Principle in Philippines View
The piece argues that the idea the constitution follows the flag into the Philippines but not into the southern states deserves serious rebuke, endorsed by fact-based judges and critics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philippines
Royal Baking Powder Promotes Healthful Hot Biscuits
Advert encouraging use of Royal Baking Powder for tasty wholesome hot biscuits. Claims biscuits baked with adulterated powder cause indigestion and urges care in selecting Royal Baking Powder from Royal Baking Powder Co., New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Baking Powder CO
William &T
New York
Bryan speech on tariff harms sheep industry in the West
In a house speech Mr. Bryan states for himself that benefit from the tariff is immaterial for the sheep grower. He notes many Western men remember when sheep were nearly valueless due to tariff laws he helped pass.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Bryan
House
West
Unwise Proposition on Philippine Flag Policy
Bryan argues against a fixed American flag stance in the Philippines. He says no endless American control over Filipino governance or international relations, insisting such ingression is unwise and that Americans should not permanently intervene in Filipino battles or decisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Philippines
Republicans Split Over Bryan Support in the 1900s Era
The piece argues few Republicans backed Bryan in 1906 and even fewer would vote for him now. It claims Bryan calls Republicans traitors plotting to overthrow the republic and set up an empire, provoking strong GOP opposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Republic
Prosperity Fact at South Chicago Steel Plant
Last Tuesday Prosperity Fact reports Winvis Steel company paid 218000 dollars to 6000 workers for two weeks. Four years earlier fewer workers earned less than half that pay. In 1890 the best common worker earned 1.20 dollars daily, now the lowest wage is 1.50. Wages average 25 percent higher, work steadier, plant ran daily this year, with two new blast furnaces planned to increase employment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South
Chicago
Linots Steel Company
Winvis Steel Company
Level-Headed Mechanic Defends Republican Ticket
A New York Sun letter from a factory worker details his voting shift from Democrat Grover Cleveland in 1892 to the Republican ticket. He argues wages, employment, and national prosperity favor Republicans, claims remaining workers face plenty under Republican governance, and asserts Filipinos largely support the U.S. flag, while criticizing Bryan’s aims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Sun
Bryan
Buncombe
Health Tip Promotes Dr Pierce Golden Medical Discovery
A 19th century promotional notice urges men to use Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery to avoid neglect and harsh drugs. It claims the tonic sharpens appetite, builds blood and flesh, and improves health without causing weight gain. A testimonial from Mrs. Nelson Smith of Mount Vernon recounts consuming six bottles and recovering from bronchitis and consumption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Pierce
Thomasson Confesses to Red Cross Murder in Jeffersonville
Oliver Thomasson in the State Reformatory confesses to the July 8 murder of Frank Lantz near Red Cross. He and John Gaines allegedly attacked Lantz at the Lantz stable, with Gaines assisting after Lantz attacked Thomasson. The confession, read to Gaines, details the killing while plans to sentence the two men proceed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oliver Thomasson
Jeffersonville
Frank Lantz
Red Cross
Zaring
Dobbins
Thomasson
Lantz
Gaines
Stone
Salem
Reformatory
Martin
R.N. Palmer
Edwards
Mitchell
Michigan City
No Right To Ugliness Ad Claims Electric Bitters
An 1890s style testimonial advertises Electric Bitters as a health elixir for women. It links beauty to health, claiming the tonic cleanses stomach liver and kidneys, steadies nerves and skin, and improves complexion, priced at 50 cents at Messick and Dodd's Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messick & Dodd’s
Advertising as a Necessity for Merchants
The article argues that every business with a storefront or office should advertise in newspapers. It notes many people rely on papers to find goods and services, and that ads are a strong motive for business success. Merchants who omit ads risk losing customers, as ads effectively pay for themselves.
Dr King's New Life Pills Promote Gentle Health
An old advertisement warns against harsh mineral pills and promotes Dr. King's New Life Pills as a gentle remedy. It claims to cure headaches and constipation and notes the product is sold for 25 cents at Messick and Dodd's drug store.
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J. A. Gunn
Civil Service Examination of
Appli
A. J. Jennesse
Butler St
Foley
W.C. Elliot
Bradfleds
Bradfield
Bradfield Regulator CO
Atlanta
Power OF
M’kinley
Burke
Winfield
Florida
Jones
Ohio
General Palmer
Palmer
Ite
House of Congress
Morgan and Pettus
Alabama
Sullivan
South Carolina
MacHenry
Louisiana
Stewart
Nevada
Orsuthers
Hayve
England
Mr. Cleveland
Eo Ae
Mac
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