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Newspaper
Bedford Weekly Mail
Location
Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1900
Page
1
The retailer touts a new Fall line of men and boys clothing and a large stock of shoes. Prices include 25 cent pairs and three for 25 cents, with bold claims of value and cash-only sales from factory direct purchases.
Bedford surges past Bloomington in the latest census figures, with Bedford credited for 23 more residents than Stone City. Mitchell Tribune notes Bedford’s edge contradicting long claims of being the larger town.
An Idaville reader extols Electric Bitters for restoring strength and appetite after stomach, liver, and kidney troubles. The ad cites a testimonial from J W Gardner and notes a 50 cent price at Mesick and Dodd's Drug Store with guaranteed results. A second item reports a Smithville News note about a mistaken five dollar gold piece found and returned to Dugan Boruff. A Bedford thunderstorm incident injured no one, though engineer Simon Graves felt the shock.
Republicans organize the McKinley Club a Lincoln League branch in Bedford at an Aug 30 meeting. Charles Townsley elected president with a 400 member goal, and committees named for rules regulations music and Rough Riders. Speakers Hon. Bat man Bloomington and candidate Litinia Adamson energize packed room.
A. K. Sears declines a nomination for Commissioner of the 1st District after being named in county convention proceedings. Sears cites support for the Republican party and the re election of President McKinley as crucial, expressing respect for the honor.
The article argues pregnancy is dangerous and urges intelligent preparation. It extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as essential for women's health, claiming it prevents childbirth pain and danger. A testimonial from Mrs. Emerson Allen credits the medicine with restoring her health after prior poor state.
Vincennes Capital charges Bob Miers with demagogy and a weak congressional record. P R Wadsworth asserts Miers campaigns for votes with shifting positions on money and war pensions, arguing he serves as a figurehead and fears a public building for the district.
Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds has given away over ten million trial bottles. It claims to cure asthma bronchitis hoarseness and all throat chest and lung diseases with guaranteed results. Messick and Dodd, dr gists, offer free trial bottles and sell regular sizes 50 cents and 1.00 with refund if not satisfied.
Greensburg News notes a trend of publishers gifting books but selling bindings and backs at premium. The column imagines a two thousand dollar house with a three thousand dollar dog as a satire on inflated add ons. It also records August meteorology with mean 79 degrees, hottest since 1871 except 1881, and notes a 23 degree daily swing on Aug 18.
W. C. Elliott urges consumptives to try Foley's Honey and Tar promising cure for many and relief for the worst cases. He frames the suggestion as friendly advice to those afflicted.
The article reports that 200 U S manufacturers employed 90 483 workers in 1894 rising to 174 645 by 1899 and paying wages from 40 803 866 in 1894 to 78 835 009 in 1899. It argues tariff and stable money policy boosted wages and farm markets, urging Mr Bryan to explain free coinage implications.
The text argues western farmers understand what imperialism is and oppose 16 to 1. It likens Aguinaldo and rulers in China to imperialists and praises republican government. Secretary Wilson asserts farmers see the difference between republicanism and imperialism and will not be deceived by Bryan.
W R Searst editor of the New York Journal and Chicago American, a Bryanite, argues pensions to soldiers are militarism. He calls militarism a major campaign issue and asks veterans to take notice.
Abram S. Hewitt a former New York mayor and prominent Democrat labels Bryan dangerous and compares him unfavorably to McKinley. He accuses Bryan of seeking anarchy and attacking the judiciary, arguing the American system depends on law and court restraint.
The article critiques William Jennings Bryan for opposing court power to enforce decisions while supporting the courts in principle. It argues his stance shifts on the Spanish-American War and the 1898 treaty, claiming he supported both but now rejects their outcomes. It predicts voters will back his nomination but oppose his election.
The speech traces William Jennings Bryan’s 1896 push for free coinage of silver and ties it to his broader reform agenda. It notes his Kansas City address on July 17 1896 urging unity behind the money issue, and questions whether a man of his record would promote the policy if in power.
The quote condemns forcing a gold standard on labor and laboring masses. It frames the gold standard as a cross of gold and rejects it as crucifying mankind for financial policy. The speaker appeals to commercial and labor interests alike.
The San Francisco Chronicle notes Bryan opposes a standing army yet supports an American protectorate over the Philippines, and criticizes the lack of explanation on how the protectorate would be sustained without the army.
Charlie Towne will trail Mr. Roosevelt during his scheduled stops and loudly bark at his heels, aiming to draw attention and accompany the campaign trail. He will accompany Roosevelt as the two proceed through the planned itinerary.
Indianapolis reporters describe Mayor Taggart and the Democratic administration as driving the city treasury toward insolvency. Republicans pledge scrutiny before funding requests, credit Taggart and Kern with mismanagement, and frame the state as better run under GOP leadership. They cite workingmen backing McKinley and a strong railroad vote, with Marion county expected to deliver a solid Republican victory.
Indiana stone men push to include Bedford stone or Indiana limestone in the new Indianapolis Federal building specifications. State Geologist Blatchley argues limestone saves costs and travels less, while Miers seeks to influence the Treasury Supervising Architect and Senatorial support.
An advertisement extols the arrival of a first baby while promising pain relief through the liniment “Mother’s Friend.” It claims weeks of pretrial use helps mothers endure childbirth with little discomfort and invites readers to request a free booklet. The Brasfield Regulator Co. of Atlanta, Ga. is named as the sender.
A Virginia editor credits Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for restoring his health after long diarrhoea. He urges readers to try it, noting recovery after a few doses. The essay appears alongside local light notes and testimonials from W C Elliott.
Joe A Barton of Orleans Indiana is celebrated as a premier apple grower with a hobby in horticulture. A letter from the U S Department of Agriculture dated August 22 1900 confirms that his barrel shipments to Paris earned a Second Prize in the Temporary Competition in Horticulture for Ben Davis and Wine Sap apples.
In Newark Michigan G B Steadman suffered a Civil War wound from a bullet described as Red Hot From the Gun. After 20 years of ulcers no treatment helped until Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cured him. The ad claims cures for cuts bruises burns boils felons corns skin eruptions piles and promises a guaranteed cure at 25 cents a box through Messick & Dodd.
The Cannelton Enquirer reports the death of Fred Land at about twenty two. A Perry county bar member for over a year he showed extraordinary memory and reading habit. His loss is described as irreparable to his parents who expected great things from him.
State geologist urges use of Indiana stone for the Indianapolis Federal building to showcase local materials. Prominent structures like the Monument, State House, and Courthouse exemplify its quality and proximity favors cost savings over imported granite or marble. Indianapolis News notes support from officials and citizens.
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