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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1900
Page
1
The article notes the upcoming Democratic State convention on June 6 with hopes of strong Greene county turnout. It also mentions Republican rivalry between Vincennes papers Capital and Commercial, the populist ticket with Barker for President and Donnelly for Vice President, and Bloomington candidate Ernest B. Hollandp for State Superintendent.
Owen county resident C. F. McSixtosn urges Greene County to vote for him in the State convention as the Democratic candidate for State superintendent. He is described as an excellent man, a good neighbor and of the right political stripe.
The fusion branch of the Populist party nominates W. J. Bryan for President and Charles A. Towne of Minnesota for Vice President. The Knox County Democrat plans to be a morning daily and semi weekly to build up Democracy. The town treasurer’s report in the News lacks required disclosure on expenditures.
The text argues that the gold standard is a fact now but will not be after the November election. It notes propaganda from the Republican press and criticizes free silver and prohibition ideas as delusion. The speaker cautions readers about shifting economic policy and broader party fortunes.
Cons F Neely a post office financial agent in Cuba is arrested charged with stealing 36000 with potential reach to 100000. The case may implicate other officials. Neely from Muncie was sent to Cuba to teach honesty and may become a scapegoat in a broader alleged scheme.
A letter from Senator Hanna and RNC leaders outlines contributions from major trusts. Steel and iron, Standard Oil, shipbuilding, sugar, tobacco, paper, crackers, wool, lead and other protected industries total $6.2 million for McKinley’s 1900 campaign. Ohio outlook alarms party. Lincoln quote cited on freedom and servitude.
The piece argues labor suffers despite prosperity under McKinley era rhetoric. It cites strikes and boycotts as results of a capital bloc led by stock-based wealth, totaling ten thousand million dollars. It claims credit and money creation power should return to the people to curb financial aggressors.
Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin is hailed as a cure for constipation with phenomenal sales. Druggists praise its merits and strong consumer demand in trial and dollar sizes from Geo. E. Cravens.
An examination of Jeffersonian ideals and their status in modern society, noting claims that these principles are cited as glittering generalities or denied as self evident lies. The piece tracks debates over universal rights and the alleged application to superior races and other selective interpretations.
The article argues Republican disintegration over issues of monetary policy and executive will, while Democrats unite to become the vox populi, embracing drastic measures for the common good and projecting strength for the coming presidential contest.
In a heated critique, writers argue that Puerto Rico's tariff under American rule is unfair, citing sugar to tobacco levies and a 15 percent surcharge on tools of trade. They compare it to British tea tax arguments and stress no tax without representation.
The editorial contrasts Cuba annexation without Cuban consent with US moves in the Philippines. It argues Cuba would trigger criminal aggression labeling, while Philippines policy differs. It cites Senator Hoar noting harsher Cuban-style annexation could end the war in the Philippines.
A breezy, era style miscellany mocks fads and warnings about clutter and bachelors. It touts old newspapers as versatile and warns against Mercury in catarrh cures while endorsing Hall's Catarrh Cure. It lists delegates to a judicial convention and ends with cold remedies and political jab at McKinley era prosperity guardians.
Crowded issue carries over items from Robinson Allen Chapel Solsberry Jasonville and Cincinnati. Local baptisms Sunday school and prayer meetings noted plus many short mentions of residents visiting relatives and attending events. An anecdote praises Dr King New Discovery for Consumption with a free trial offer and guaranteed relief at Stalcup's drug store.
The ad claims most remedies taste unpleasant but Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin is loved for its flavor and will cure constipation and stomach troubles. Available in 10, 50c and $1 sizes from Geo. W. Cravens.
Robinson reports a first class blacksmith in town. Cenith Brown called on M. E. Sharp Friday. Farmers welcomed rain Sunday. Dan Tucker moved to John Flyno’s vacated farm. Simon Ashcraft and Rhoda Hall visited Bloomfield. Henry Wagoner bought the Page farm near Creasden. Butler Record and wife visited west of the river. Ethel Ashcraft from Happy Hollow visited Friday. John plans a new Page and life change. A number from here attended church at Pleasantridge. Simon Ashcraft and wife visited daughter Mrs Vince Ferguson Sunday. Frank Cox visited grandparents Henry and wife Saturday. Mary Wagoner staying with sister Mrs Will Cox. A crowd from Owensburg traveled home after baptizing at Blackankle. Frank Evans in town Monday. Ed Smith loading hogs. Jasper Hasler among us. May Ashcraft spent Sunday with grandma. Charlie King and Jonas Baker from Koleen in town Sunday. Sunday school and chapel services scheduled. all invited. Ray Edington, a Koleen boy, attends Sunday school regularly. We wish all boys well.
A diary like list records neighbors visiting kin and conducting small tasks across Bloomfield, Marco, White Hall and nearby places. People such as Geo Brandon, John French, Frank Yoho, Dr P M Cook, Christopher Robins and many others are noted visiting relatives, tending farms, or attending services. Mentioned remedies and products include Warner's White Wine of Tar Syrup and Backlen's Arnica Salve.
Dr D B Cargile of Washita reports four bottles of Electric Bitters cured Mrs Brewer of scrofula after years of suffering and ineffective treatment. The tonic is praised as a blood purifier and remedy for eczema, tetter, ulcers and related conditions. Sold by J B Stalcup at 50 cents with guarantee.
Most residents stay home planting corn as Ollie Scott remains sick. John Craw, a current juror, spent Sunday with neighbors. Ernest Meredith and wife from Bloomfield visited friends here over the weekend. Mamie Mays of Bloomfield visited friends in these parts this past week. R W Yoho repairs Bridge Creek Farm by cutting timber and other work.
Cincinnati. Jacob Floyd visited Bloomfield while Rev E H Floyd was there. Numerous residents from Lyons to Mineral City and Avoca visited or were visited Sunday. The sick include Mrs Snullivan and several children, with local church plans as talk of a Taylor schoolhouse Sunday school grows. A remedy touts Warner’s White Wine of Tar Syrup for quick cough relief.
Farmers plant corn as Tanner notes. Joe Quimba returns home to visit family. Charles Hord traveled to Dresden on Saturday. Charley, Trea Burch, and Joe Freeman of Hobbieville passed through town. Rev. Pearce to hold services at Clover Valley one week from next Sunday at three. Oscar Crow and Clarence Wesat Morland, two charming people, are mentioned.
Farmers plow as Mrs M H Sexton is on sick list. J C Landrum traveled to Linton on a business trip. G W Nash began a delivery wagon. J W Crawl and Wm Lammy visited Bloomfield. Republican candidates surface across the township. Prof N B Bonham of Toledo Illinois visits friends. L E Leteinger buys timber for hub and spoke plant at Jasonville. U S Railroad Co starts depot construction at Jasonville. U I rain covers seven miles of Terre Haute. H W Letsinger of Bloomfield tours streets to inspect coal fields and test coal residues.
An advertisement touts Dr. King’s New Life Pills as a remedy for stomach and liver trouble. It claims they improve appetite, digestion, and bowel regularity, promising health and energy. Sold for 25 cents at J. B. Stalcup’s drug store.
The author warns that while it is right to sympathize with Puerto Ricans, Cubans, Filipinos, Hindcos and others, Americans may start overlooking their own citizens’ suffering under trusts and imperial shadows.
John E. Clifford of Norwood New York recounts using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for his children's severe coughing from whooping cough and says it gave complete relief and cure. A brief political note questions a Republican ticket and criticizes trusts controlling government offices.
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