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Newspaper
Chipley Banner
Location
Chipley, Florida, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1899
Page
2
The Pensacola Journal notes it will issue a trade edition in October and questions candidates about their stance on the national platform and free silver with Bryan for president. It invites clear declarations from aspirants and urges timely answers to these political questions.
A short health note touts Dr. King's New Life Pills as a remedy for poor digestion and liver issues. It promises a splendid appetite, sound digestion, and regular bodily health, offered at 25 cents in drug stores.
President Council of the Negro College at Normal Alabama spoke to Kansas Negroes outlining fear of Northern white labor driving social prejudice. He argued the color line spread from factories and carpenters benches as Northern job competition, not walls, brought it to the South.
Florida legislature enacts an amendment to Section 2707 of the Revised Statutes governing seed cotton purchases between sunset and sunrise. The act imposes a fine up to $500 or up to one year in jail for any purchase or receipt with intent to purchase during the restricted hours. The act repeals conflicting laws and was approved May 22, 1890.
A Shelby, North Carolina anecdote touts Dr. King’s New Discovery for consumption. Mrs. Luther Lutz reportedly suffered seven years of illness with three months of persistent coughing before sleeping better after first dose. Two bottles said to cure and trials offered free at Patrick Bros. drug store. Regular sizes 50c and 81c, guaranteed.
The Leesburg Commercial argues Jacksonville is a wholesale town overlooked by interior Florida papers. It notes merchants in West Florida rarely know of Jacksonville wholesale houses and that local ads are limited to the Jacksonville daily papers. The piece urges broader advertising to raise awareness in the coming century.
The Holms County Advertiser condemns the rush of newspapers to praise gubernatorial candidates. It argues many writers serve personal gain rather than public welfare, accusing them of office seeking and mutual tickling in a pessimistic pre election atmosphere.
The United States shows a dramatic shift in trade with imports and exports of manufactured goods. Over ten years, imports fell by nearly 9 million, exports rose by over 18.7 million, and the year ending 1890 marked a substantial favorable balance. The Journal praises American pluck and enterprise.
The Farm and Home journal surveyed 21,000 subscribers on policy of conquest and expansion. Among 12,520 favored Filipino independence and 8,416 supported subjection, reflecting strong support for self rule across a broad readership. The second question addressed further aspects of the issue.
A survey shows 13 199 favored Cuba independence and 7 362 backed annexation. A third question reveals 15 624 support non interference policy while 3 887 favor expansion, signaling broad opposition to the Philippine war and criticism of U S policy and actions in Manila and beyond.
The Board of County Commissioners appoints inspectors and clerks for the September 12 1899 special election across fifteen districts. Listings include district numbers names of inspectors and clerks such as Geo F Gainer Jr T F Tiller J D Parish and many others with district assignments and clerical staff.
The State Seminary West of the Suwannee River and the Florida Classical and Literary College begin their 48th annual session at 9 am Thursday September 38.1. Students may enter any time but should attend the opening for admission. The seminary offers BA BS and BL degrees plus two high school tracks business and classical. The faculty are experienced, trustees financially minded, and the school avoids gimmicks to attract pupils. Tuition is free, board cheap. new catalogue and prospectus available by request from the President in Tallahassee Florida.
Dr. D. B. Cargile reports Mrs. Brewer has been cured of scrofula after years of suffering and terrible sores. The letter claims Electric Bitters as the best blood purifier and a remedy for eczema, tetter, salt rheum, ulcers, boils, and running sores. It boosts liver, kidneys, and bowels, expels poisons, aids digestion, and builds strength. Sold by Patrick Bros. druggist for 50 cents with guarantee.
A Metropolis editorial argues Southern men are discouraged from re enlisting due to War Department favoritism. It claims Northern and Western regiments received expedited dispatch to Cuba and the Philippines while Florida and other Southern troops were kept in camps, hindering glory and aiding McKinley’s renomination.
Renick Hamilton of West Jefferson Ohio endured 18 months of a rectal fistula. Doctors warned of death without costly surgery. He claims to have cured himself using Bucklens Arnica Salve, five boxes at 25 cents each, sold by Patrick Bros. drugsist.
A brief notice states that all listed property will be sold cheaply with bidding requested by interested parties. Action details and deadlines are not provided in the readable fragment.
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