Bryan, Cleveland era politics and tariffs debated in forum
The article discusses causes of Democratic defeat and cites the Philippines war, prosperity arguments, and tariff policy. It notes Bryan would delay to seek congress instruction, critiques McKinley tariff impact, and reflects on public opinion of the era alongside remarks on British policy in South Africa and forest renewal efforts led by J Sterling Morton.
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Bryan
Cleveland
Harrison
McKinley
T.e
Treasury
House
Senate
Haneni
South Africa
Campuign
Canada
The Statist urges peace talks in South African war
The London Statist argues Great Britain should seek ceasefire with the Boers, noting Britain’s prestige losses and distress in South Africa. It urges recognizing Boer leaders’ rights to remain and participate in governance, while Morning Post cites calls for 30 000 to 60 000 more troops in the Transvaal.
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London Statist
Atlantic
Statist
Great Britain
Ltoerg
Kitchener
Morning Post
Transvaal
Statin
Mindy
Forest denudation tied to drought prompts call for reforestation
The piece notes that deforested regions show crop failures and water shortages with wells drying. It cites the Philadelphia Record on drought and pasture decline, describing how rain runs off treeless hills rather than soaking soil. It argues reforestation should gain wider support and mentions Indiana's planting incentives.
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Pennsylvania
Philadelphia Record
Indiana
Ayer's Cherry Pectoral Promoted for Cough Relief
An advertisement extols Ayer's Cherry Pectoral as a cure for coughing. It urges readers to buy a bottle today to improve tomorrow and mentions various cough-related illnesses and a sample price.
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Ayer
Kilties Tour Promises High Class Dubuque Entertainment
Theatre goers in Dubuque look forward to a top tier show as the Kilties Scottish military band begins its first U S tour. Manager Roehl has secured renowned talent for the Y M C A event promising outstanding entertainment and musical excellence. The act has received strong reception in Chicago and is expected to draw large crowds in this city.
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Muanager Roehl
Dubuque
Roehl
United States
Sousa
Scotland
Chicago
Belt plans world gold trust consolidate leading mines
The New York World notes Alfred Belt of London aims to unite top gold mines to control about 80 percent of annual world output. It cites 1899 US gold production of 72 million and global output of 315 million, with most reserves in British or American territories and key mining nations in Africa Australia and Canada.
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Alfred Belt
London
New York World
United States
Africa
Australia
Canada
Belt
New York
Abere
Dislocated Hip Set by Osteopath Cleansing Ills
Mr W V Waite a farmer from five miles northwest of Dubuque arrived in the city with a swollen knee after six weeks of trouble. Doctors diagnosed rheumatism. Dr Kennedy the osteopath correctly reduced a dislocated hip, and Waite walked away sound. Some called it miraculous, others common sense. Office fifth floor Bank and Insurance Building.
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W.V. Wate
H. V. Waite
Dubuque
Kennedy
Ack Robinson
Waite
Bank and
Insurance
Musical notes and religious services in Dubuque society
The Dubuque society notes a brilliant performance by certo Wieniawski recalling Sarasate and Ysaye, with a Cathedral morning program and Archbishop Keane preaching. St Patrick’s choir and First Congregational church offer services, solos, and concerts with William Rann aiding the choir. Olive and Genevieve Wheat, famed contralto and pianist, highlighted in St Joseph events.
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Genevieve Wheat
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Genevieve
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Beth
Canals from the Lakes to New York Critique Erie Traffic Decline
An ASCE paper argues Erie Canal traffic fell due to outdated methods and horse towage, while urging modern boat designs, organized operations, and a western barge canal alternative. It notes railroads improved while Erie stood still, and mentions local visitors and a seriously ill resident.
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American Society of Civil Engineers
Lakes
New York
Erie Canal
Canal Traffic Upgraded to Railways, Says Army Engineer
New York December first Major Thomas W Symons of the United States Engineer Corps reports a prepared plan to modernize canal traffic to match railways. The briefing outlines efficiency goals and strategic improvements for inland water transportation.
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Thomas W."symons
Corps
United States
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