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Newspaper
Chipley Banner
Location
Chipley, Florida, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1897
Page
6
A historical remark argues against denying sleep to work more. It cites Tesla claiming long waking hours shorten life and that extensive sleep could extend lifespan, noting anecdotes about long sleepers like Gladstone and mentioning that some groups, such as African descendants, are said to live long due to ample sleep. The quote framing blends figure statements with conjecture.
An editorial style draft praises Hoefetter's Stomach Bitters as a tonic and aid to digestion and general health, while urging readers to consider Maple Syrup advertised in the paper with endorsements and a plan to allow home production to cut costs. A testimonial from Mrs Allie Dowd Lass notes Piso's Cure for Consumption aided her son.
A collection of eccentric facts drawn from old sources. Notes include London's first natural history museum 1681, European travel spending by Americans, England Scotland lengths, Moss colliery depth, criminal hair lengths, Philadelphia electric rail mileage, life expectancy statistics, urban fire rates, Handel dining habits, France’s fighting force, canal planting in Arizona, smoking prevalence in Egypt, Watsonville land leases, Northern Railway Express speed, Paris artist counts, 10 000 paintings exhibition, Vitreous lava reuse, and dye yields from tar coal.
Charles H. Evans presents a detailed comparison of present tariff law and the Wilson act using ad valorem rates based on 1896 values. The study shows average duties rising from 40.10 to 54.66 and lists notable percentage increases for chemicals, woolens, silks, glassware, metals, sugar, tobacco, agricultural products, spirits, and cotton manufactures, with revenue projections highlighting substantial gains under the revised rates.
A New England preacher warned about dangers facing youth, using the infant Moses in the Nile as a vivid example. He noted Moses was a goodly child yet exposed to many perils such as serpents, alligators, hippos, and vultures. The remark about Pharaohs daughter bathing on a dangerous beach appears, quoted by the Church Economist.
The Virginia Democratic state convention met in Roanoke with 1 548 delegates. Major J Hoge Tyler won the gubernatorial nomination after a tight credentials fight, Edward Echols chosen for lieutenant governor, and a strong Chicago platform pushed for tariff revenue, income tax, trust regulation, and 16 to 1 coinage. The convention adjourned to continue Thursday with focus on reforms and primaries for U S Senators.
Advices from Bonne Terre Missouri report about 300 pounds of giant powder detonated in the St. Joe lead mine near Bonne Terre Wednesday night. The blast killed William B Madden and Taylor Dodson and seriously wounded Albert Morris and Joseph Miller while Cal Gibson and Ed Orshee suffered injuries.
Mrs Tolar and her twelve year old daughter were killed on a Red Springs trestle by a Fayetteville train Wednesday. They walked the trestle as the girl became entangled and the mother tried to rescue her. The mother fell from the trestle while the girl’s body was torn apart and scattered, with parts falling into the stream.
Advices from Constantinople say Tewfik Pasha Turkish foreign minister submitted fresh proposals at a Wednesday peace conference session at Tophanek kiosk. He aims to arrange evacuation terms indemnity and related issues, likely delaying progress.
The Ohio populist state convention in Columbus endorsed breaking with the Democrats on the free silver issue. It nominated Jacob Coxey for governor with Morris Whitcomb, E C Pomeroy, A Reider, and F M Morris in top state ticket positions. Delegates clashed in a fight over charges against middle-of-the-road delegates as anti fusion sentiment prevailed.
The Georgia Agricultural Society met at Tybee Island with 125 representative farmers attending the opening session. Mayor Meldrim gave the welcome, Colonel J. M. Mobley replied, and President Brown spoke before adjournment. Mrs. W. H. Felton addressed women’s work on the farm. Dr. Hope was reelected secretary. A proposed state fair was tabled due to time constraints.
Pittsburg report notes starving women and children in striking miners’ homes with only dry bread or nothing to eat. UMW district officials face overwhelming requests for aid from Turtle Creek and Monongahela valleys as leaders shift strategy, planning a large labor meeting in McKeesport Saturday evening for all strikers to attend.
James Crawford Embry, bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal church in South Carolina, died Wednesday at his Philadelphia home. He led AME churches in the state and served as a prominent clergy figure. The obituary notes his long ministry and ties to his South Carolina origin.
Seth Low, president of Columbia College, has entered the race for mayor of Greater New York after weeks of urging. He will assist in the canvass, convinced that supporters urging his candidacy reflect a GOP majority in the consolidated cities.
Notices posted at Gate City rolling mills six miles from Birmingham Alabama announce the puddling department will start up Monday the 16th. A new furnace is being built in the sheet mill and after its completion in a few days the other departments will resume work.
A brief guide from Excnange outlines an economical tanning method. Bury hides in wood ashes until the hair loosens, remove and flesh, rub flesh side with equal alum and salt, smoke as for ham, then dry and stretch on a smooth surface. The note promises this as the shortest, simplest known technique.
A Washington Star exchange notes how many highly successful men were seen as stupid in school. The wife adds that many did not gain a reputation for intelligence until after marriage, highlighting social perceptions.
The ad claims Tetterine quickly cures eczema ringworm and all itching skin diseases. It is soothing and cooling and costs 50 cents a box post paid. Address J. T. Shuptrine Savannah Ga. The road to fame is full of quicksands ravines and mountains.
An old style advertisement extols Hall's Catarrh Cure with a one hundred dollar reward offer and testimonials from Toledo wholesale druggists. The copy also promotes Hall's Family Pills Mrs Winslow's soothing syrup and Dr Kline's Nerve Restorer with free trial bottles and treatment information.
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