Pensacola Council Forms Monument Committee for Chipley
Pensacola city council on December eight 1897 resolved to erect a monument in the public square to W. D. Chipley. A committee of the mayor three council members and twenty citizens will solicit subscriptions and oversee erection inscription and dedication. Subscriptions may be sent to Wm. H. Knowles secretary treasurer or deposited in the First National Bank or Citizens National Bank for the Chipley Monument account.
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Pensacola
Fla
City of
Palafox, Jefferson
Zaragossa
W. D. Chipley
Wm. H. Knowles
Fist National Bank
Citizens National Bank
Chipley Monument
Pension debates and political quips in a 1900s Banner issue
The page satirizes Congress and policy with remarks on pensions, currency bills, Civil Service Law, and annexation debates. It contrasts McKinley era politics with personal opinions on Cuba and Hawaii while ending with an ad for Cascarets.
Be Equal Before the Law, Palatka Ad Calls for Uniform Justice
In a editorial stance the Palatka Advertiser questions delay in the C. B. Collins case. It argues that if a Black or poor white thief faced similar embezzlement charges, a year of his sentence would already be served, urging equal enforcement of law and suggesting Collins be treated like other prisoners.
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Palatka Advertiser
C. B. Collins
Collins
Bloxham
Colonel Chipley’s Death Prompts Florida Political Transition
The death of Colonel William D. Chipley in Washington DC shocks Florida politics. Captain J. E. O’Brien of Pensacola, acting pilot leaders, is urged as Chipley’s successor and a strong Democratic organizer with statewide influence. Ed is praised as a capable, trusted Democrat with prior victories and potential future campaigns.
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William D. Chipley
Washington, D. C
Florida
Chipley
J. E. O’brien
Pensacola
Pilots’ National Association
New York Herald
Pensacola Star
the Herald
O’brien
Democrat Committee
Cascarets Promote Beauty By Clean Blood And Liver Action
An advertisement claims clean blood and skin result from Cascarets candy tablets. It links pimples boils blotches and bilious complexion to liver stagnation and urges starting today with ten cent to fifty cent options sold by drug gists with satisfaction guaranteed.
One Every Three Weeks and the Bank Robbers
A New York World critique questions President McKinley’s policy of pardoning bank wreckers at three week intervals. The piece argues benevolence creates opportunities for further robberies and suggests trusted individuals may be emboldened to misuse funds.
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McKinley
N. Y. World
Griggs Accuses Politician’s Record Across Roles
The passage rails against Griggs linking him to tax shirking promoters of jobs and defiers of right and justice. It portrays Guggs as an ideal McKinley Attorney General, noting his loyalty across public offices.
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Griggs
Senate
Guggs
McKinley
Browns' Iron Bitters Praised as Household Remedy
The piece extols Browns' Iron Bitters as a sterling health enhancer for all ages noting its wide sale by dealers and its claim to provide great benefit to mankind across the last 25 years of medical progress.
Ex-Treasurer Collins Indicted Over Alleged Threats
Pensacola News notes rumors that ex treasurer Collins threatened the governor, while pointing to his alleged embezzlement of 82000 and county shortages totaling 13000. The piece cautions that justice for others would not restore funds.
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Collins
Countie
Pensacola News
Pension Abuse Fight Aims to Stop Widow Pensions
Washington December 8 The House Committee on Invalid Pensions moved to end pensions for widows who married soldiers after the law change. The action follows a War of 1812 pension rolls probe showing only three survivors yet over 8000 widows drawing benefits. The plan authorizes amendments to bar new pensions for widows married to service members after the act, while protecting current and future servicemen. Senator Wilson calls this the widow business and many lawmakers pledge support.
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Washington
House Committee On
Ray
Committee On Rules
United States
Congress
Wilson
Just the Man for Attorney General Griggs
The writer celebrates Gov. Griggs as the perfect choice for Attorney General and praises the McKinley administration for securing a fit and self sacrificing public servant who will uphold laws against trusts monopolies and railroads.
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Gov
Griggs
McKinley
Dingley
Disagreement Over Change to Present Laws Sways Debate
The article notes ongoing disagreement about whether changes to current laws are needed to maintain the status quo. It also cites disputes over the Cuban question and predicts the Senate session will degenerate into partisan oratory aimed at influencing the fall elections, with Times Union and Citizen as sources.
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Senate
Union and Citizen
Daily Dollar: A Year Weekly Price Announcement
A brief notice announces a publication pricing scheme of 50 cents per year or per week, detailing cost structure for readers and indicating the periodical’s surface rate change.
Cascarets Candy Cathartic Climb in Popularity
United States consumers buy Cascarets at about two million boxes annually with expectations of reaching three million before New Year. The advertisement claims Cascarets are a delightful regulator for year round use. Available at druggists in 10 25 and 50 cent boxes with a cure guarantee.
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United States
Not Likely to Do Much in Congress Says Article
The article argues Republican leaders fear a do nothing Congress yet expect quick passage of appropriation bills to limit debate. It notes unity on tariffs at the extra session and potential liberal funding for rivers and harbors and the navy, but cautions widespread national disagreements remain, including monetary standard debates.
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House
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