Roosevelt’s Rough Ride Echoes from Florida Political Ads
Chipley Florida October 8 1898 advertisement lists Democratic ticket for Congressman Stepen M Sparkman State Treasurer James B Whitfield Supreme Court Justices R F Taylor F B Carter Railroad Commissioners H E Day J M Bryan J L Morgan Treasurer R C Horne T J Moprey and School Board members J B Buss W F Buss E Singleton Roosevelt faces a tough path toward the New York governorship as Tammany’s Tigers loom amid Santiago morass dangers. A note on Darwin’s missing link credits Dr Dubois of the Dutch army discovery.
Railroads Settle Passenger Overcharge Claims
The Tallahasseean reports railroads have paid all claims filed with the railroad commission for passenger rate overcharges. Settlements were made under a law providing thirty days for settlement of such claims.
Democrat Van Wyck Nominated for New York Governor
The Democratic party in New York last week nominated Judge Van Wyck as their candidate for governor, a choice praised as selecting a man of high character who will serve the people's interests if elected. The piece notes Roosevelt's reformer image and discusses Confederate lineage distinctions regarding Winnie Davis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Judge van Wyck
Col. Roosevelt
Sure Thing for You in Constipation Cure Ad
A vintage medical ad promises a guaranteed cure for biliousness sick headaches furred tongue fever piles and other ills from constipation and sluggish liver. Cascarets Candy Cathartic is described as a new liver stimulant and intestinal tonic available at druggists with a money back guarantee and free sample booklet.
A Poor Man's Chance in Modern Times
A State contemporary argues that a poor man has little chance in current society. The critique contrasts two toddlers a grandson of the Prince of Wales and a Florida cracker, questioning which background offers a better path to becoming a worthwhile, educated man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prince of Wales
Florida
Poor men and their sons shape history and democracy
A Times Union and Citizen piece argues that wealth concentrates but that history is built by poor men and their children. It extols health and civic education for the next generation, praising presidents and heroes as products of humble origins and criticizing anti poor rhetoric.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hobson
Dewey
Wheeler
Schley
Sampson
Evans
Phillips
Greece
Rome
France
England
America
United States
Power of Thought
A discussion on occult science posits that thoughts, good or evil, persist after birth and influence others who are in rapport with the vibrations. It argues that angered thoughts can prompt murder through another willing mind, raising questions of guilt and personal accountability.
Thoughtful call to master inner prompts for good deeds
A Pensacola News column muses on resisting mysterious mental promptings that spark both good and evil. It urges training to rein in thoughts and study these promptings to gain spiritual control and lead a righteous life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pensacola News
Uncertain Dyspepsia Diagnoses Prompt Browns Iron Bitters Claims
The advertisement argues that dyspepsia varies greatly per patient and asserts Browns Iron Bitters cures all stomach blood and nerve diseases. It states the remedy is invaluable and sold by all dealers.
Gala Week Programme for Jacksonville 1898
The Gala Week schedule for Jacksonville runs November 22 to 25 1898 with free attractions. City, state and business groups organize parades, races, exhibitions and a grand fireworks display. Key events include mayor and council conventions, Good Roads and Travelers associations, bicycle races, historical parade, peace Jubilee, horse events, regimental parade and athletic sports.
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Jacksonville
Florida
State Good Roads Association
Travelers’ Protective Association
7Th Army Corps
Candy Cathartic Ad Claims Kidney and Digestive Benefits
A vintage advertisement touts Casvarets Candy Cathartic as a pleasant medical discovery that cleanses the system and cures headaches fevers colds and constipation. It markets boxes priced 10 25 and 50 cents and guarantees cure through druggists.
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Casvarets
C. C
Evacuation of Cuba Faces U S Firm Stance
The President insists Spanish troops must leave Cuba immediately and that evacuation is not a issue to be raised before the Paris peace commission. Spain’s vacillating policy is contrasted with Anglo-Saxon firmness as Blanco seeks to collect customs while Autonomists align with Spanish interests. The customs from Santiago and Havana fund the provisional Cuban government.
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United States
Cuba
Paris
Blanco
Evacuation of Cuba urged to end foreign aid burden
The Times Union argues for hastened Spanish evacuation from Cuba and using Cuban forces to restore order. It contends revenue should be controlled by Cuban representatives and questions continued aid to Cuba while Spaniards benefit. General Lawton advised employing Cuban soldiers to allow U.S. troops to withdraw.
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Cuba
Lawton
Spain
Manana
Times-Union and Citizen
Is Cotton Profitable According to the Cattanooga Times
The Cattanooga Times argues cotton is profitable in the South, noting a rise from 1 750 000 to over 8 000 000 bales annually by 1898 and stressing wealth accumulation. It urges diversification into agriculture and manufacture while affirming cotton’s continued central role due to its profitability.
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Cattanooga Times
South
Kentucky
Tennessee
Arkansas
New Orleans
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Chip
Chipley, Fla
Stepen M. Sparkman
James B. Whitfield
Supreme Court
R. F. Taylor
F. B. Carter
H. E. Day
J. M. Bryan
J .L. Morgan
Democratic
Dr. W. E. Coleman
J. W. Williams
A. Q. Jones
R. C. Horne
T. J. Moprey
7. B. Buss
W. F. Buss
E. Singleton
Colonel Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Tammany Jungle
Santiago
Darwin
Dubois
C. C.C
Sam Jones
Georgia
Gentleman
Gen
A. P. Hill
Miss Lucy
The
Winnie Davis
Daughters of the Confederacy
Miss Hill
Confederacy
Order
Scott
Scott & Bowne, Chemists
Havana
C. Cotton
Westville
D. Carmichael
Attorney At Law
J. Jones
KO E
John Eagan
Eagan Cunsellors
Pensacola
J. M. Clutter Music House
Smith & Barnes
Kimball
J.m.clutter
Palafox St
Lee Thomas
Fawcett & CO
Chatham Mills
Texas
Bay Street
Savannah
West Florida
Sentus
Bonner
Ao Toy
U.S
Washington
C.a.snow
Daventor
Marion & Marion Patent Solicitors & Experts
Civil & Mechanical Engineers
Polytechnic School of Engineering
Applied Sciences
Laval University
Patent Law Association
American Water Works Association
New England
Surveyors Association, Assoc
Can
Society of Civil Engineers
Washington, D. C
Montreal
World Chipley Banner
Chipley Banner
Munn & Co
Scientific American
Wes
Broadway
Abaunso
Cosmopolitan Magazine
Jeux Brispen Wacker
Weria
Faher
Tivington-on-the-Hudson
DeFuuvnk Spgs Business College
H. F. Cook
Prin DeFuniak
Union
W OG Powell
Jerry
Perry
C. M. Ferry & CO
Detroit
Mich
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