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Newspaper
Chipley Banner
Location
Chipley, Florida, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1898
Page
2
The Chipley Florida newspaper notes the Spanish American tension with quips about the Maine incident and U S leaders. It reports the Gulf Department creation under General Graham and mentions Cuban tobacco literature from Fort Meade and market prices. It also comments on county convict labor in Alachua and political campaigning timing in Bradford County.
The Times-Recorder urges Georgia farmers to cut cotton plantings and increase home grown feed crops. It cites Americus storage showing large hay and potato piles costing about 10,000 dollars, illustrating reliance on outside products and vulnerable prices for cotton.
The Tallahassean argues ending costly farm practices will solve the farm problem nationwide. Palatka Advertiser backs press protection against encroachment on its business. The Metropolis urges voters to track lawmakers who supported the Ayer bill and to pressure them in the upcoming elections. The Jacksonville paper adds the press should unite to defend its rights and influence.
A vintage drugstore ad touts Cascarets as a cure for skin flaws and bilious complexion. It claims cleanses the liver, removes pimples and blotches, and promises satisfaction with 10 25 or 50 cent options from druggists.
London comment highlights possible waiver of indemnity if Spain accepts America’s friendly mediation in Cuba. Editorials praise McKinley for seeking a peaceful solution and propose cordial relations with a non-ambitious power as best for all, urging preparedness for contingencies.
An advertisement urges readers not to neglect the liver and promotes Browns Iron Bitters as a cure and tonic. It claims periodic use prevents disease and that the product brings strength and vitality, noting it is sold by all dealers.
The article notes global naval expansion with England planning 127.75 million for ships as large as the Maine, Russia investing 72 million in battleships, and Japan continuing to build warships, while many nations exceed 850 million overall. The pace signals a shifting balance as powers bolster fleets and shipyards.
Official monthly receipts report from the education office lists teachers Annie Carter Liberty A W Weeks White Oak Alice Nixon Nixon F R Payne Parker EB Stanton South Side and repeats No RECEIPTS THIS MONTH with attestations by B Bush and W C Lockey secretary and superintendent. The document includes signatures and lines for attestations.
The piece notes Britain as the leading power while Germany France and Spain rapidly bolster naval strength. It observes a paradoxical era of high war spending amid apparent peace and ends with a cautious hope for continued peace.
Reputable firm seeks dependable men or women to travel for rescue work in Florida. Monthly salary and expenses provided. Position steady. Enclose self addressed stamped envelope to The Dominion Company, Dept R, Chicago for details.
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