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Newspaper
Chipley Banner
Location
Chipley, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1899
Page
2
In Chipley Florida July 8 1899 the issue of Cuban independence is weighed against Spain. Quotes from Judge M F Tuley confront U S war costs and the risk of a military republic while arguing for and against imperial policy and taxation tied to the Philippines and Cuba.
advertisement notes Dr King’s New Life Pills costing 25 cents at Patrick Bros. drugstore claiming to boost brain and body power. It references Savannah News and sugar refinery plans in Georgia and Florida as context for regional industry debate. A summer teachers’ training school in Mariana starts July 10 for six weeks led by Bennett Phillips Ridenhour to improve teaching methods and professional spirit.
Some Republican newspapers fear the administration's foreign policy will be a heavy load to carry next year. They urge the president to halt imperialism or risk rebuke from the people at the first opportunity. The Washington Post's stance is cited as an example of cautious critique.
A collection of editorials from Minneapolis Tribune Rochester Union and Advertiser and Binghamton Leader criticize the handling of the Philippine conflict. They warn that unresolved policy could jeopardize McKinley’s re election while noting Democratic opposition and political maneuvering ahead of next year’s campaigns.
State Treasurer J B Whitfield issues circular detailing how to redeem tax sale certificates under two years old through circuit clerks, and certificates over two years old through the Treasurer. Purchases require a county clerk certificate listing all tax certificates and land valuation, with prices including taxes, costs, and interest rates.
The Chicago Record cites Sergeant D MeeCosham of Company H First South Dakota volunteers describing deadly conditions in the Philippines. He alleges heat fever and insurgent fire devastate troops and claims officials at home neglect care. He urges an investigation rather than a whitewash to reveal truth and relieve the suffering.
The notice explains interest at 8 percent per year on land taxes from April 1 after the sale year and taxes due, advising to obtain all certificate numbers from the Clerk of the Circuit Court before contacting the State Treasurer for information.
An 19th century style ad touts Skin Eruptions relief with Baeklen Arnica Salve for sores ulcers boils felons corns warts cuts and chapped hands. Claims best pile cure and general pain relief at 25 cents a box sold by Patrick Bros druggists with a cure guaranteed.
The Treasury estimates for 1898-1899 show government expenditures near 600 million with receipts around 500 million, yielding a deficit near 100 million. War taxes boost revenue by nearly 100 million, while total war costs include 230 million for naval and military operations since July 1, 1898 and 139 million in pensions.
J E Lilly of Hannibal Missouri recounted a near fatal bout with typhoid that progressed to pneumonia. After using Mr King's New Discovery he recovered fully, praising the medicine as the quickest cure for lung trouble. Patton Bros drug store offers regular sizes and free trial bottles with a guarantee.
The program offers daily instruction for children using the latest methods with an experienced primary teacher. Drawing and nature study will be emphasized and county examination subjects covered. Certificates of work will be issued to regular attendants as evidence of professional prep. Participants include H. Ss. Phillips, Miss Ridenhour, and H. E. Bennett.
A New York company promoting liquid air as a stock boom touts its potential yet warns of high production costs. The piece argues liquid air, while powerful and producible by many scientists, remains impractical until a simple cheap production method emerges, dismissing claims it will replace steam and ice.
An 1880s style notice promotes Electric Bitters as a cure all for nervousness pimples and skin troubles caused by weak health. It claims the remedy cleanses stomach liver and kidneys and purifies blood to create a healthy attractive appearance. Available for 50 cents at Patrick Bros. drug store.
Announcement invites teachers and those seeking to prepare for teaching to attend the Summer Training Bid in West Florida. The school will be at Marianna for six weeks starting in late summer, with separate departments for white and colored teachers and emphasis on key training areas.
A brief notice advertises that all listed property will be sold cheaply with an invitation to apply for the sale opportunity. The fragment emphasizes low prices and urges interested buyers to respond.
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