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Newspaper
Chipley Banner
Location
Chipley, Florida, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1899
Page
2
Content includes a Chipley Florida notice from April 29 1899 and a series of brief items including Henry Lee Higginson quote on taking a job if broke, critique of Cuban courts, remarks on Florida legislature activity with 243 bills and 137 resolutions, Taliaferro Egyptian cotton duty, Pasco opposition, a local joke about a quarrelsome husband, and a commentary on U S Philippines policy and volunteers.
An advertisement touts Dr. King New Life Pills as sugar coated health boosters each box selling for 25 cents. The copy promises to convert weakness into strength and energy into mental power, praising the product’s health benefits.
Florida doctors advocate a bill to curb tuberculosis spread. The act would ban spitting by known consumptives in public spaces and require disinfecting rooms used by such patients. It also imposes physician duties to inform patients and relatives about the disease and public risks, with specified fines for violations.
The acquittal of Quay triggers a courtroom celebration as Governor Stone appoints him to the Senate until the next legislative session. The move is viewed as loyalty to Stone’s boss and raises questions about constitutional rights to fill a vacancy when the legislature is in session. The anti Quay faction gains strength, and despite heavy ballot losses, Quay faces likely vindication hurdles.
The Times Courier urges residents to support local merchants to keep the town’s industrial spokes strong. Buying from outsiders weakens the wheel, while fair prices and quality goods boost town growth and property values. Local shops with honest stock benefit everyone.
A Civil War ball allegedly caused lasting ulcers for G. B. Steadman of Newark Michigan. Bucklen's Arnica Salve claimed to heal the ulcers after 20 years. The ad touts cures for cuts bruises burns boils felons corns skin eruptions and piles with a 25 cent box and a Patrick Bros druggist guarantee.
The World editor argues for paying Cuban rebels 3 million to surrender arms and avoid brigandage, and suggests buying peace in the Philippines. It questions Aguinaldo’s motives, proposes withholding part of $20 million, or using the President’s contingency fund, and even entrusting Mark Hanna with a cash settlement.
A public note highlights Dr King’s New Discovery giving away over a million trial bottles and guaranteeing every bottle. It markets its medicine for consumption and lung diseases while a columnist mocks a chain of advertising pranks and postal hoaxes.
Brig General Guy V. Henry has administered Porto Rico with upright efficiency. The report commends his capable handling of duties and his insistence on honest governance. The piece notes tensions with local factions and mocks attempts to influence Porto Rican voters.
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