President rebukes Boer envoy and mailgate spat
The President rejects the Boer peace envoy indicating a tough stance, while Mc Kinley critiques parallels with England’s wars. The postal service blocks Bedford Review from second class mail, accusing unnamed officials of favoritism toward Lawrence ring backers, drawing widespread disapproval of the administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
England
Postal Department
Bedford Review
New Democratic
Lawrence Ring of Fichers
Public Treasury
Bedford Review Reminds of Political Violence and Remembrance
The Bedford Review criticizes extravagant flowers at a deceased Democrat’s grave in Greene County and urges careful consideration of political killings. It argues kindness to the living matters as much as memorials and condemns actions by Republican rivals against their opponent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bedford Review
Greene County
Review
Bedford Republican
Lawrence County
Iowa
United States
Miers Seen as Potential Chair if Democrats Win
The Daviess County Democrat argues Judge Miers, current ranking member of the invalid pension committee, could become chairman if Democrats carry Congress. He cites Miers’ service to soldiers and notes the Second district supplied many Civil War veterans, making the election of Miers personally important to district soldiers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge Miers
Moss
Miers
Congress
Daviess County
Democrat
Preronta Falls as Britain Conquers Transvaal Fight
The article portrays Preronta as fallen, Cronje jailed at St Helena, and Kruger fled, claiming Britain’s victory over a liberty seeking Transvaal, while insisting the determined fighters will regroup and continue their struggle for home and liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Preronta
Cronje
St. Helena
Kruger
Britain
Transvaal
Crow Eating and Party Favors at Bedford Convention
The Bedford convention report notes William M. Moss of Greene defeated in nominating votes while Artful Bob celebrated. Marshall praised for the brightest speech as Miers was put up. Knox boasted best brewery and whiskey amid Knox enthusiasm. McKinley faces distrust over imperialism and temperance, with Bryan gaining strength per Chicago Dispatch commentary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bedford
Mail
Lawrence County
William M. Moss
Greene
Bob
Moss
Marshall
Miers
Robison
Knox
Republican prospects and McKinley weakness in 1900
A Republican viewpoint questions McKinley’s strength in the 1900 race, noting his administration’s handling of the Porto Rican question Cuban scandals and tariff issues. It argues fatigue with party leaders and distrust of moneyed interests contribute to weakened standing for the president among voters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis News
Republican Prospecta
McKinley
Congress
Gryan
Continental Tobacco Harms Detroit Industry
Edwin Wildman reports in the New York Journal that the Continental tobacco company, valued at 97 690 700 dollars, has wiped out a major Detroit industry, 2000 workers displaced, 5000 livelihoods erased, and a large factory closed, while owner Oren Scotten offers no public explanation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Continental Tobacco Company
Detroit
Michigan
Edwin Wildman
New York Journal
America
Oren Scotten
Detroit tobacco crisis sparks worker plight and anti trust move
The Scotten factory closure devastates 5000 workers in Detroit with 700 facing starvation and homes tied to a $20 000 weekly payroll loss. Activists form an anti trust tobacco league, call boycotts on trust products, and rally labor to resist tobacco magnates in the wake of plant shutdowns and related factory abandonments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scotten
Scottens
Detroit
Banner Tobacco Manufactory
Trust
Goulds
Diamond Match Company
Herve
Neeley Havana post office robbery sparks broad critique
The piece argues McKinley era policies demoralize the nation and favor Wall Street, calling the Neeley Havana post office robbery a symbol of broader theft. It questions morality, extradition norms, and the administration’s stewardship, portraying it as corrupt and unjust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neeley Havana
McKinley
United States
Prand
Post Office
Wall Street
Neeley
Patent medicine ad promises quick relief for digestion
An advert urges readers to try Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepto for constipation indigestion and stomach troubles in 10c 50c and 1 sizes available at Geo E Cravens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Caldwell
Geo. E. Cravens
Campaign call for support in race for congress
Bryan leads urging cordial cooperation behind a shared duty to elect an able honest statesman named as the candidate for congress. The notice includes a testimonial by G H Wilson of Burgettsown praising Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy sold by Geo Cravens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Congress
Bedford Love Feast at 2d District Congressional Convention
The Ledford Review reports a harmonious Bedford Democratic gathering in the 2d district with cheers for William Jennings Bryan’s portrait. Robert W. Miers was nominated for Congress by Wm. M. Moss of Greene County, praised for selfless party service amid jovial remarks from East of Bloomington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bedford
Indiana
Robert W. Miers
Cuba
Regarues
Republican Party
Spain
Iceland
Chicago
William J
Ledford
William Jennings Bryan
Parks MM. Martin
Hon. Ephenman
Joan W. Kern
Wm. M. Moss
Greene County
Moss
Gar Bob
East
Bloomington
Bryan
Liberty
Jefferson
Tim Short Receives Receipt After Paper Stop Notices
The Athens Chronicle recounts a man named Tim Short who halted his newspaper for economy, owed ten dollars, and faced creditors. After being seen in church singing a hymn, a receipt in full was sent and forgiveness granted for unpaid liabilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tim Short
Tim
Short
Jesus
Athens Chronicle
Feel finer than any body with Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin
An old advertisement touts Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a guaranteed cure for constipation indigestion and stomach and bowel troubles. It promotes the product in 81 502 or 10¢ sizes and mentions Cravens and June as the advertiser notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waterloo
Ind
P. Klotz
Dr. Caldwell
George E. Cravens
Waterford Star: Local notes and remedies dominate town column
Waterloo Indiana correspondence features Dyspepsia relief with Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin, local visits, trades, and social updates. Anecdotes include Spain's Greatest Need claim for Electric Bitters, touted as cure for liver kidney trouble and nerves with 50 cent bottles by J B Stalcup.
Narrow Escape Praises Dr King's New Discovery
Ada BE Hart of Groton recounts a grave lung illness that four doctors deemed fatal yet cured by Dr King's New Discovery. After eight bottles she recovered fully and urges trial bottles at J B Stalcup's drug store with guaranteed results or refunds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ada BE. Hart
Groton
J. B. Stalcup’s
Local Residents Reported Visiting Across Towns
Annie Ferguson attended Newark on Friday. Bertha Kindred was seen at Newark and Nolan Gaston visited Ferguson's. J. W. Watkins appeared at Worthington on Wednesday. Hulda Bland planned a Sunday visit to sister Lizzie. Mrs. Maud Bridges visited Lizzie Britton Monday. Frank Hanson vacationed on Beech Creek last Sunday. John McDaniel and wife were seen on Sunday. Mrs. Mines of Camp Branch called on Mary McDaniel Thursday. Aaron Arthur and Mr. Fuller of Newark were on Camp Branch Sunday evening. Tom Britton and wife of north Beech Creek visited their son Gus last week.
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Bessie Noel
Stella Noel
Carley Noel
George Coley
Jack Smith
Ellettsville
Grover Stultz
Spencer
James M. Noel
Worthington
Bertha Bunch
Camp Branch
Paris Camden
James Stultz
Freeman
Squire Wright
Freedom
Benjamin Burks
Owen County
Enoch
Thomas Bruner
John Reed
A. L. Stultz
Beech Creek
Millie
Eliza Reed
Dixon
Sarah Weed
Emnnett Livingston
Illinois
Nolan Gaston
Ferguson
J. W. Watkins
Hulda Bland
Lizzie
Maud Bridges
Lizzie Britton
Frank Hanson
John McDaniel
Mrs. Mines
Mary McDaniel
Aaron Arthur
Mr. Fuller
Newark
Tom Britton
North Beech Creek
Gus
Adam Hedge
Tulip
Ira Griffith
Bloomfield
Allen Chapel
Elizabeth Shertzer
Edwin
William G. Shepherd
Jane 11Th
Our Church
Mr. Hussy
Alice Brown
Lee Crance
Oll Owen
Charlotte Snyder
Charles Wonder
T. E. Bridwell
Mollie Canada
Elliston
Will Bartley
Mr. Bartley
Ethel and
Kittie Fuller
Rector
Laura Wonder
Switz City
Charley Wonder
A Des Moines Woman Thanks Cham berlain Cough Remedy Makers
Mrs. S. Doty expresses lasting gratitude for Cham berlain’s Cough Remedy due to its patient relief in coughs lung trouble and whooping cough. She praises its perfect satisfaction and invites the manufacturers to accept heartfelt thanks. The item notes it is for sale by Geo. Cravens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Accident near Sunny Point injures Rutledge family
An accident occurred on a road when Thos. Rutledge and his mother were thrown from a wagon after frightened horses broke the neck yoke and the tongue dragged, causing a bad shake up but with hope no serious injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thos. Rutledge
Benjamin Neidigh Improves Amid Seasonal Replanting
Farmers replant corn after recent floods as Benjamin Neidigh shows slow improvement. Local residents Osborns, Hedge, Griffiths, and Shertzers visit kin, attend church, and share weekend talks. ODDS AND ENDS humor and anecdotes close the column with a playful note from PENCILPUSHER.
Buck Len's Arnica Salve Promises Quick Pain Cure
Advertises Buck Len's Arnica Salve as the best in the world for burns cuts ulcers boils felons corns and skin eruptions. Claims quick healing and guaranteed cures with a 25 cent per box price from J B Staleup, druggist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Staleup
Local social notes from Dixon area and neighboring towns
Alice Brown and others visit relatives across Dixon Worthington Elliston Switz City and Linton. Readers mention travelers guests and calls at homes and churches. Several local families spend Decoration Day and weekend visits with siblings and friends. Some farmers worry about high water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charley Brooksher
Linton
Lola Newsom
Dixon
New Life Pills Claim Quick Relief for Headaches
Advertisement claims Dr King’s New Life Pills cure sick and nervous headaches by building up health through pure blood and strong nerves. Easy to take and sold by J B Stalcup, druggist for 25 cents with a money back guarantee if not cured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
J. B. Stalcup
German Orphan Celebration Round Trip Special Train
Switz City offers a $1.50 round trip to a German Orphan celebration on a special Pennsylvania Lines train departing 7 14 a m central time with return at 7 p m same day. Tickets are non transferable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Switz City
Pennsylvania Lines
Hall's Catarrh Cure Advertisement Offer
One hundred dollars reward for an incurable case of catarrh with Hall's Catarrh Cure. F J Ourenty & Co Toledo Ohio. Endorsers West Treas Watpina Kinnan Marvin Toledo Ohio. Cure taken internally. Price 75 cents per bottle. Sold by all druggists. Testimonials free. Hall's family pills advertised.
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Hall
F. J. Ourenty & Co
Props
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
West, & Treas
Watpina, Kinnan & Marvin
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Geo. Cravens
Greane County
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Adel
Jesuit
E. P. Olivia
Barcelona
Aiken
S.C
All
Annie Ferguson
Bertha Kindred
Sunny Point
Herman Ridge
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Whit Osborn
Satuday
Bertha Osborn
Campground
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