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Newspaper
Chipley Banner
Location
Chipley, Florida, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1898
Page
2
The item reports Chipley Florida notices dated November 19 1898 with commentary from the Baltimore Sun on school education and a note on Colonel John Jacob Astor who recently left the army. It mentions his salary not drawn despite wealth and his service in the Santiago campaign.
A Washington correspondent notes President McKinley and his cabinet believe the United States should pay Spain about 1,000,000 for leaving the Philippines. The piece mocks the idea and criticizes attitudes on race and justice in Illinois, citing vigilante actions and a lynching.
The men of the First Florida Regiment have come back to Tallahassee from across the state to answer roll call after furlough and begin preparations to bid farewell to Uncle Sam’s army. They eagerly answered the country’s call for troops and earned praise for their prompt response and soldierly bearing during service in the army.
A Columbus Georgia merchant denounces residents sending orders to northern cities for dresses and sewing materials. He argues local goods and skilled dressmakers suffice, and spending locally supports merchants, tailors, and clerks, urging pride in supporting the hometown economy.
Tampa on November 13 reports Judge C E Harrison reviewing Florida election returns finds a large vote cast for an amendment to article 3 section 34 that does not exist. The section is only 33 parts, making the entire statewide vote wasteful and revealing a remarkable error.
Strangers in the state face confusion over deer hunting dates and transport limits with deer legal only Oct 1 to Jan 31 and venison restricted to the killing county. Turkey quail and partridge seasons and daily bag limits are detailed with penalties for violations. lawmakers aimed to curb year round slaughter and protect wildlife per the Metropolis report.
The Times-Democrat editorial warns Republicans that annexing the Philippines and its diverse peoples could ignite a dangerous race conflict in the United States. It recalls centuries with the black population and argues pride in language and shared history may not prevent civil strife amid imperial expansion.
The Ladies' Home Journal plans six new article series with at least 400 photograms. It will showcase one hundred prettiest homes, one hundred gardens, seventy decorated churches, around forty girls rooms, twenty five floral porches, and seventy five photographs of native American flowers. Over 8,000 photographers were used nationwide and prize money awarded for top pictures from over 10,000 submissions.
A vintage advertisement promotes Cascarets Candy Cathartic as a guaranteed laxative and liver tonic. It claims biliousness headaches fevers and many ailments are caused by sluggish liver and offers refunds if not cured. Prices 10 to 50 cents with free sample and booklet.
The piece argues tariff policy for newly acquired dependencies like Porto Rico and Hawaii faces conflicts among sugar growers cigar makers and Tobacconists. It notes constitutional limits on duties and the political power of consumers while warning that dependencies may become American investors demanding free entry. The author points to constitutional court limits and suggests several perplexities in extending free trade.
A visitor extols the newspaper as the rich treasure and Archimedean force shaping public opinion. The editor, pondering ink and words, is paid two dollars plus an exchange of wood, apples, and cider for next week’s issue, then the visitor departs quietly.
Advertisement touts Casvarets Candy Cathartic as a pleasant gentle kidney and liver cleanser. It claims to purify the system dispel colds cure headache fever biliousness and habitual constipation. Sold and guaranteed to cure by all druggists with prices 10 25 50 cents.
A 25 year review lauds Browns' Iron Bitters as a landmark medicine for all ages. The article extols its health benefits and notes it is sold by all dealers.
A Washington Star report recalls a weary journalist finishing a long day of duties before a stranger asks the editor if the newspaper is the proprietor and if the office is producing the publication. The exchange hints at debt pressures behind newsroom doors.
Community notice lists individuals including JL Whiddon Mrs 8 A Whiddon Irvin A Nen shaw J R Shomaker D A Brown Mrs M C Lassitter W O Butler in readable roster style.
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