Florida Editorials and Political Snippets From 1890s Press
A collage of editorials and remarks criticizes political figures and events in Florida. It notes Dingley’s blame game over mill strikes, lists appointments for customs and land office posts, mocks sensational “freeze” stories, and condemns lingering nostalgia for ex senator Call and stale back numbers.
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St. Augustine
Domingo Pappy
Gainesville
Henry 8. Chubb
Walters
Robinson
U.S
John F. Horr
U. S
John Eagan
Ocala
Wester
Call
Florida
Times
de- Funiak Herald
Don't Neglect Your Liver
Medical advice from an old health ad promoting Browns' Iron Bitters as a cure for liver troubles. It claims regular use maintains liver order and promises permanent cure if disease has developed, with strength and vitality improving and wide availability through dealers.
Christ Came to Congress Hums Abundant Debts Clash
A Washington correspondent notes Howard of Alabama owes money and claims congressional immunity from legal process. The dispute over debt collection is before the Court of Appeals in Washington, as Howard asserts constitutional protection for members of Congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard
Alabama
Congress
Washington
Christ
Court of Appeals
Sav. News
South and cotton show rising potential in trade
In a letter to the New York Sun, Richard H. Edmonds of the Manufacturers' Record praises the South for advancing from little capital and experience to dominate coarse cotton trade and move into finer goods as global demand grows and wealth increases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard H. Edmonds
The
Manufacturers’ Record
New York Sun
South
Cotton Mills Drive South Growth In 19th Century Cotton Trade
The piece argues civilization advances with cotton consumption, predicting 9,000,000 bales exceeded by 10,000,000 and higher as demand grows. It notes Southern mill spindle growth from 667,000 in 1880 to 4,000,000 in 1897, while the rest of the U.S. rose from 9,986,000 to 13,000,000. It highlights local capital funding mills in the Carolinas and Georgia, profit gains, and urges Florida participation and port shipping support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South
Carolinas
Georgia
Pension Roll Transparency Demands Honest Pensioning
The piece argues that pensions come from union veterans and associations, attacked as fraudulent when pensions are misapplied. It calls for Congress to publish the pension roll to reveal who rightfully deserves benefits or was placed there by pension attorney tricks, urging accountability and an end to fraud.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Valuable to Women Browns Bitters Remedy Message
Valuable to women is Browns bitters. backache vanishes headaches dis appear strength returns and health glows on the pallid cheek when this remedy is taken. For sickly children or overworked men it has no equal. No home should be without this famous remedy.
Salve Ad Offered For Various Skin Ailments
An old advertisement promotes a salve claimed to heal cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter and more with a money back guarantee. Priced at 25 cents per box and sold by J. R. Farrior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. RB
Farrior
Browns' Iron Bitters Promoted As Cure-All
A historical notice touts Browns' Iron Bitters as a remedy for disease claiming it purifies blood and strengthens health. The piece notes physicians endorse the theory and cites widespread use over twenty five years with the product sold by dealers.
Publication of Pension List to Expose Fraud
The editor argues public policy supports publishing the pension list to reveal frauds on the roll. It contends thousands may draw pensions without rightful claims and that full publication would expose fraudulent pensioners wherever they live. If the charges are true, it ends calls to purge the list. if not, it ends the clamor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evans
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