Faded Allusions and Political Doubts In Brief Satire
The passage riffs on figures like Admiral Dewey Aguinaldo and Dom Paul with satirical notes about a perambulating capital and open door China. It mocks Boer War poetry, St Louis business vibes, and Mr Towne’s claimed vice presidential prestige while lampooning private cars in prints.
Congress Leaves Cliffhanger Hint for Next Chapter
A fragmentary line suggests that Congress has reserved further interest or developments to be revealed in forthcoming installments, signaling ongoing coverage and future announcements.
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Congress
Empress Dowager Debate Mirrors Global Pressures
The piece weighs whether the Chinese empress dowager is a patriot or politician amid 4,000,000 Boxers and looming imperialism as Judge Holt may push it as his leading issue. It notes American focus shifting from Cuba and the Boer War to China and hints at sensational rumors around Italian figures.
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China
Speech by ex Governors McCorkle never delivered claims dispute
Up state papers report that a speech attributed to ex Governor McCorkle was not delivered because he was not named temporary chairman. The Wheeling News notes political uncertainty, while copies of the speech were prepared for print and distributed to party organs a week ago.
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McCorkle
Wheeling News
The Mac Corkle Message and Congressional Leave to Print
A bold citizen named Mac Corkle seeks to broadcast a world message with editor support despite initial rejection. Editors rescue the speech and it reaches West Virginia readers in Charleston as concerns about future acts in Congress arise. The piece notes heroic life saves and urges famine fund contributions while poking fun at fear of microbes in everyday treats.
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Mac Corkle
West Virginia
Charleston
Congress
Congressional Record
Hall's Catarrh Cure Ad and Graham Va House Sale
Advertisement for Hall's Catarrh Cure offering a one hundred dollar reward for cures Hall's remedy claims internal blood action with testimonials available and price seventy five cents per bottle Also a sale notice for a two story frame dwelling on McDowell Street Graham Virginia with three lots and payment terms requesting inquiries to W B Ford
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
F. J. Cheney
West & TevAx
Toldo
Walding, Kinnan & Marvin
McDowell Street
Graham, Va
W.B. Ford
Salem
Virginia
Broad Street
Roanoke College
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Walter Watson
Remarkable Rescue Through Dr King’s New Discovery
Plainfield woman caught a cold that settled on her lungs and worsened despite a month of care. A druggist recommended Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption. After six bottles she recovered fully and performs housework again. Free trial bottles available at all drug stores. Only 50 cents and 100 dollars per bottle, guaranteed.
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Michael Curtain
Plainfield
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One Day Cold Cure Advertised as Candy Laxative Quinine
An advertisement promotes Kermott's Choco ites Laxative Quinine as a simple candy like remedy for colds and sore throat. It claims quick cure and easy consumption.
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Kermott's
Night Service Offers 24 Hour Meals At Bluefield Ranch
In Bluefield a facility provides hot meals ranches and coffee around the clock. Patrons can access breakfast lunch and dinner any hour. The provision emphasizes continuous service to travelers and locals seeking nourishment at any time.
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Bluefield
Mercer County Political Candidates Seek Sheriff and Prosecuting Attorney Posts
Multiple Mercer County residents announce candidacies for local offices. Dr. D P Crockett seeks House of Delegates under Republican guidance. John M Anderson and Harold A Kitz pursue Prosecuting Attorney with Republican backing. Sheriff hopefuls include W A Brown and other individuals seeking party support.
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D. P. Crockett
Goodwell
House of Delegates
Flaving
John M. Anderson
Mercer County
Harold A. Kitz
Maynard Declares Candidacy for Mercer County Prosecutor
J Frank Maynard announces his bid for the Mercer county prosecutor on the Republican ticket. He states he will seek the nomination or primary and, if elected, will uphold laws and provide diligent faithful service. Dated February 7, 1900.
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Ingree
Mercer County
J. Frank Maynard
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Cures Sores and Skin Ailments
Volcanic eruptions are grand but skin eruptions rob life of joy Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cures them also 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 cents a box Cure guaranteed Sold by all druggists.
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Bucklen
Story of a Slave Freed by Electric Bitters
Manchester man George D. Williams recounts how his wife, helpless for five years, recovered after using Electric Bitters. The ad claims quick cure for female diseases and numerous ailments, with every bottle guaranteed and sold for 50 cents.
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George D. Williams
Manchester
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