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Newspaper
Chariton Democrat
Location
Chariton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1903
Page
3
A minister consoles a dying Scot caddie and hears a hopeful rebuke from his wife. In St Paul a Federated Women toast features a wry toast about mankind noting man surpasses beasts, an unlikely parade of traits, and a sharp verdict on human virtue.
Charles Schreyvogel, famed painter of Western scenes, toiled on a rooftop in freezing weather with a soldier as model simulating a wounded pose. The man, stiff with cold, was revived after artistry required dragging him to the studio. Also in Washington golf antics Lieutenant General Miles struggled to move a ball, while Chevalier the comedian mocked a coxcomb fashion, confounding a coster at the depot with ticket woes.
In Washington a large dinner audience expected a simple compliment from Major General S B M Young. He unexpectedly exclaimed he was caught in a cul de sac and then produced a prepared speech read aloud, prompting laughter and a pause as the remarks were suspended.
In Garnett Arkansas on May 18 Mrs Mary Dunlop suffered kidney trouble for 18 years and reports a perfect remedy Dodd's Kidney Pills improving her condition. She praises the medicine to friends and cites others, like Mrs Garrett of Brazils who escaped a Cerebro Spinal issue with the pills.
The Commoner urges Democrats to organize in every precinct to block reorganizers backed by Grover Cleveland. It argues Cleveland’s past breaks from the party and aims to mobilize clubs to defend democratic principles and prevent Republican influence in nominations and conventions.
A reader asks how silver is coined after the Sherman law repeal. The government has nearly finished seigniorage from Sherman era, with silver bought at market price and certificates issued. The 1898 act required coinage of seigniorage and silver held for certificate redemption, ending coinage once coined. A bill to recoin silver dollars into subsidiary coins passed the House. if enacted it ends government silver purchases for a century and reduces standard money by recoining dollars into fractional currency.
A Commoner reader argues reorganizers seek Republican aid despite no democratic victory promise. They recall 1894 in assessing eastern and southern vote shifts, note corporate interests and state legislatures, and contrast Philadelphia corruption with broader sins. Russia’s nine points noted amid Manchuria reference.
The Mueller municipal ownership bill passed amid a tense legislative fight influenced by traction interests. Democrats backed the measure while Republicans split, showing rising public support for city control of streetcar lines and signaling a new party alignment on municipal ownership. The piece also notes political forecasts and critiques of figures like Cleveland and Morgan in the broader party debate.
Des Moines reports a signed contract for a six story fireproof Chamberlain hotel at Seventh and Locust with completion by December and a $200,000 cost. Governor Cummins offers $300 for George Matheson, a Potta wattamie county youth wanted for shooting Deputy Sheriff J C Baker. National Cash Register sues Hallwood and agent over a trust accusation seeking $10,000. National Life and Trust merger raises deposit withdrawal questions. Rabies prompts dog slaughter. Mead murder reward offered. Allen Riddle jailed for embezzling $600. Rock Island surveys plan new routes around Shelby and Atlantic to Council Bluffs.
Personal testimonials describe dramatic back and kidney pain relief after using Doan's Kidney Pills. Sufferers report improved sleep, reduced urine issues, and regained energy after completing two box courses. Endorsements cite previous ineffective remedies and long standing discomfort disappearing.
A riddle of a locked chest in Andorra guarded by six parishes, each holding a key, supposedly containing Charlemagne’s charter. A Parisian “Chib of Silence” society conducts silent orders, while a Montana frontier clash costs a president his speech, cut out by Indians.
A passage urges readers to explore money making prospects in Missouri Kansas Indian Territory and Texas and to subscribe to Katy and related publications. A nervous groom after marrying in Topeka rushes to pay the minister and jokes about fixing a gas meter to avoid a fee.
A compilation of assorted 19th century ads and notices describes Hall's Catarrh Cure priced at 75c, a Buffalo voter noting long participation in elections, Be. Z Foot Comfort, De fiance Starch claims, Kra-Nol for headaches with free samples, Lawrence Drug Co endorsements, George Sanger’s circus wealth, Piso a Cure testimonial from Mrs Robbins, and a wry remark on truth-telling.
A playful remark suggests a lawyer can be amiable during cross examination. The passage references Lewis and a cigar advertisement, noting high quality cigars for dealers and smokers. It then pivots to a contrast: a wealthy man's pride leads him to drink champagne, though he often prefers beer.
A collage of product pitches and hints from an old ad page urges readers to buy Defiance Starch for better value and quality. It promotes 16 ounce packages at the same price as 12 ounces and claims superiority over rival starches. Also features various ads for cosmetics, remedies, and household goods with scattered quips and slogans.
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