Dewey Funston hats scarce. pension claims rise with Spain war
Chipley Florida Aug 26 1899 news item notes Dewey and Funston hats on sale yet scarce. It reports 16000 pension claims filed for the Spanish American War as 20000 soldiers fought in Cuba and Puerto Rico, while Philippine campaigns keep the Pension Office and taxpayers busy. A local spelling class anecdote ends with a humorous mispronunciation about marriage.
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Spain
Cuba
Porto Rico
Alger
Philippines
Bucklen’s Amica Salve Cures Civil War Ulcer Case
Red Hot from the Gun struck G B Steadman of Newark Michigan during the Civil War. The wound caused horrible ulcers that resisted treatment for twenty years until Bucklen’s Amica Salve cured him. It also treats cuts bruises burns boils felons corns skin eruptions and piles. 25 cents a box guaranteed. Patrick Bros druggist sells it.
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G B. Steadman
Newark
Mich
Bucklen
Patrick Bros
Pensacola port eager to lead Gulf trade expansion
A reader lauds Pensacola's export boom and port development arguing the city, with 30 feet of water, will become a leading Gulf and U S port. The piece contrasts legal methods for Philippine issues with the gradual costs of military action and praises Pensacola's growing commerce.
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Pensacola
News and Journal
Gulf
United States
Generous Giveaway of Dr. King's New Discovery
The proprietors claim over ten million free trial bottles have been given away and say the medicine cures many throat and chest ailments including asthma bronchitis hoarseness and lung diseases. Patrick Bros druggists offer a free trial bottle with regular sizes priced at 5 cents and 81 or a full refund assurance.
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Dr. King
Patrick Bros
General Brooke Controls Cuban Filibuster Movements
A New York Times letter argues that General Brooke must prevent filibusters from Cuba to San Domingo and laments ongoing overseas policing. It notes shifting duties from home to abroad, referencing Gomez Jiminez Aggy and implications for future actions in the Philippines and beyond.
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Brooke
Cuba
San Domingo
Spain
Gomez
Jiminez
Aggy
Philippines
China
India
Sam
Tobacco Cash Brings Wealth to South Carolina Farmers
South Carolinians profit from tobacco as Florida growers urged to follow suit. In Darlington last week over 100000 pounds of home grown tobacco were sold and exchanges report stores filled with customers who had money to spend. Only a few years ago.
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Darlington
S. C
August Changes in Darlington Tobacco Trade and Prospects
The Metropolis notes August once the dullest month in Darlington now a thriving tobacco cash flow month, with thousands of dollars weekly circulating to labor and supplies. Farmers can pay harvest costs from August and September receipts, fueling broader prosperity. It urges Florida to replicate tobacco gains seen in Cuba and South Carolina.
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Darlington
Florida
South Carolina
Cuba
Justices of the Peace Jurisdiction Act Enacted
Florida legislature increases authority for Justices of the Peace to try misdemeanors in their districts. Punishments include fines up to five hundred dollars and imprisonment up to six months, with repeal of conflicting laws. Act takes effect upon governor’s approval. Approved May 11, 1899.
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Justices of the Peace
Florida
What Are We Fighting For In The Philippines War
A New York World editorial questions the justifications for the Philippine War. It argues the conflict is unofficial and McKinley driven, questions annexation aims, and contends liberty and self-government must arise from within rather than force. The piece notes the Senate rejected incorporating Filipinos as citizens and challenges the morality of imposing democracy by war.
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Philippines
Root
Mexico
Cuba
Porto Rico
Congress
Mr. McKinley
United State
Senate
Spain
United Stats
United States
N. Y
Harrison Condemns It An Interview in Paris Sets Views on Policy
The Atlanta Journal notes ex president Benjamin Harrison denounces expansionism and declares the United States seeks liberty within its borders. He urges troop withdrawal from Cuba and argues for commerce driven growth rather than conquest, praising Harrison as a principled Republican leader.
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Harrison
Paris
United States
Venezuela
Amerita
Cuba
McKinley
Republican Party
Atlanta Journal
Dr King’s New Life Pills promote strength and energy
The ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a mighty health booster turning weakness into strength and fatigue into energy. Each sugar-coated pill is claimed to build up health and vitality, priced at 25 cents per box and sold by Patrick Bros.
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Dr. King
Patrick Bros
Preparations for the Struggle in 1900 Politics
Two campaigns begin in each party as the nation prepares for the 1900 struggle. Eastern Democrats at Saratoga align with silver manifestos and party platform. Republicans push administration influence to counter McKinley opponents while Hanna aids organization. Opposition blocs show fractures and Populists fade from view.
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Saratoga
National Committee
Hanna
McKinley
Political platforms and national policy debated
The Times Union and Citizen notes the upcoming presidential choice between Democrat and Republican. It outlines planned positions on gold policy, revenue needs, protection, pensions, imperialism, merchant marine, Nicaragua canal, and naval expenditure. It warns campaigns will form skirmish lines before heavy artillery takes positions as the nation decides.
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Nicaragua
Stanley
Union and Citizen
Electric Bitters Endwo Mine Revival Claim
A testimonial from J. W. Gardner of Idaville Indiana proclaims Electric Bitters revived his health after stomach liver and kidney troubles affecting appetite and energy. He says the product gave him strength and restored appetite and vitality. Available at Patrick Bros drug store for 50 cents per bottle with guarantee.
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J. W. Gardner
Idaville
Ind
Patrick Bros Drug Store
State College opens 48th Ses sion at Florida Tallahassee
The State Seminary West of the Suwannee River and the Florida Classical and Literary College will start its 48th annual session at 9 am on Thursday September 880. Admission is by opening day for enrollment and placement. tuition is free and board is inexpensive. The college offers BA BS and BS degrees with collegiate and high school tracks. The faculty comprises experienced educators and trustees with strong business backgrounds. New catalogue available by mailing to the President in Tallahassee Florida.
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Suwannee River
Florida Classical and Literary College
Tallabaseee
Fla
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