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Newspaper
Chipley Banner
Location
Chipley, Florida, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1897
Page
2
Chipley Florida November 13 1897 editorial advertising rates on application. The piece discusses Florida growth and public notices while noting the Ocala News closure and a humorous baby laughing at a sample Ocala Banner. It cites Rev J C Porter and criticizes proposed newspaper laws and state fiscal woes.
Washington November 5 The full Spanish reply to United States Minister Woodford's note has arrived at the State Department and is being reviewed. Officials expect the President will use the correspondence as a basis for a major chapter in his December message to Congress. No radical policy shifts are anticipated unless unforeseen events occur.
Madrid reports the Spanish government will try General Weyler by court martial despite his landing location if he confirms the reported remarks made during Havana manifestations. Officers nationwide have been instructed to obtain exact terms of his Havana speech upon contact.
The Lexington Echo notes rising prices for provisions in coming years and argues farmers must increase production of high priced commodities while reducing output of cheaper crops. It urges preparation akin to 1803 94 to protect farming and related commercial interests.
President McKinley posed two questions on national strength at Cincinnati. Governor Bloxham answered: equal laws and opportunities create a contented, prosperous people making the nation strong, while wealth-backed class legislation harms citizenship and weakens government.
The piece critiques the New York Heralds call for an international control of commerce and a national quarantine. It argues that past state quarantines failed to stop disease and harmed Gulf Coast states, warning of political and commercial pressure on Florida and local trade if a broad system were imposed.
Aiming to build warmth and fat reserves for fall, this plan proposes a robust, two to three month menu. It emphasizes calorie dense, nourishing items to help endure cold spells and sustain energy.
The Times Union and Citizen criticizes The Herald for opposing state led quarantines arguing Florida’s quarantine demonstrates practical immunity near Cuba. It warns that national or commercial quarantines threaten life and property and urges acceptance of proven state systems despite funding and communication challenges.
This advertisement touts Browns' Tron Bitters and Browns' Iron Bitters as remedies valued for women and families. It claims backache relief, headache ease, revived strength, and a healthy glow, urging purchase by all dealers and suggesting it suits sickly children and overworked men.
The Tallahassee Floridian notes Governor Bloxham appointed W. W. Knott of Hillsborough County as state auditor to examine books of county officers. Knott has worked since July 6 and uncovered shortages such as Marion county tax collector Pooser. The paper urges vigorous continued audits and exposure of poorly kept records to prevent losses.
Savannah News comments that President McKinley is pleased with the elections despite New York and Ohio shifting against Republicans. It notes large New York margins, reduced Ohio governor gains, possible Democratic legislature, and rising deficits under the Dingley tariff. The piece questions how the President can be pleased and warns of future party prospects.
Capt. R. M. Cary Jr. received a telegram from Congressman Sparkman stating the cruiser Montgomery has been ordered by the Navy Secretary to reestablish its headquarters at Pensacola and arrive in a few days. The change follows a county officials petition Cary carried to Washington.
An advertisement promotes Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil with hypophosphites of lime and soda as a tonic for children and adults. It asserts improved growth and winter vitality, advising a fall course for weaker adults and noting price and the Scott & Bowne branding with a fish emblem.
A Ladies' Home Journal feature promises a revealing series of letters from the wife of a Cabinet member. The intimate Washington life described by an anonymous writer will begin in the December issue and run for several months, with illustrations.
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