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Newspaper
Chipley Banner
Location
Chipley, Florida, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1898
Page
2
The editor laments townspeople demand two or three dollars worth of advance advertising and a similar puff after events for church shows. He notes they expect him to attend and buy tickets at regular rates for himself and family, yet when funds run dry he stays home and is accused of stinginess. This rings true to life in small communities.
The Tuscaloosa Chronicle quotes a colored editor urging black voters to quit working for Democrats and avoid loaning or seeking favors from them. He counsels sticking to white Republicans, borrowing from them, and getting bank endorsements, then reporting results back to the Chronicle.
A promotional notice advertises Cascavets Candy Cathartic as a guaranteed remedy for ailments from headache to sluggish liver. The copy promises a money back guarantee and offers a free booklet upon request.
Report from Siboney July 1 8 p m states American army ordered to front lines near Santiago de Cuba. Troops pushed toward the city despite strong fortifications and heavy Spanish fire with over 1000 American casualties. Twenty first Infantry led assaults and joined in singing the Star Spangled Banner despite wounds.
An ad extols Browns' Iron Bitters for liver health noting neglect harms health and claiming the product prevents disease and restores strength. It asserts the tonic can cure liver disease if it develops and that Browns' Iron Bitters is sold by all dealers.
An interview attributed to Emilio Aguinaldo expresses gratitude to the United States and its people, praising Admiral Dewey and U.S. consuls Wildman and Williams. He recounts cruelty by the Spanish, rewards, and promises forgiveness, urging belief in America's support against selling the islands to any bidder.
A Washington source quotes a cabinet member stating the United States will not consider any peace proposal unless Spain relinquishes sovereignty over Cuba Puerto Rico and the Philippines. He says future U S policy aims to erase Spanish influence there and would resist any talks on colonial terms or territorial gain if the war extends.
U S officials express strong confidence Spain will be repelled in any bid over East Indian islands and the Philippines. They view Spain’s government turmoil as evidence of weakening control and expect decisive American action against colonial claims amid European chatter.
Fragmentary advertisement text touts a candy cathartic as a universal health aid affecting kidneys liver and bowels. It promises cleansing relief for headaches fever and other symptoms, urging purchase. The legible parts resemble early 20th century patent medicine language.
The text states that anyone liable for poll tax may pay anytime in lawful U.S. money and that collectors cannot refuse acceptance. It notes no law allows refusal when other taxes are due, emphasizes poll tax as a voting prerequisite, and mentions a tax sale could occur on a holiday. It also touches on bills and notes related to acceptance.
Public notice announces sale of described lands at public auction in Vernon County Florida on August 1 1898. Tax due for 1897 listed with penalties costs for sale and advertising. Local officials set terms and require bidders to settle all charges to obtain title.
Patent tonic and blood purifier for horses advertised by Dr. Cady's Condition Powders claim to cure skin diseases. Marketed as the best tonic and vermifuge with a price of 25 cents, sold by local vendors.
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