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Newspaper
Dubuque Sunday Herald
Location
Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1900
Page
4
The Herald of Dubuque Iowa lists subscription rates by carrier for daily and Sunday editions at ten cents per week and sixty cents per month by mail. It urges subscribers to report their home address to ensure regular delivery and notes the office should receive all letters and telegrams.
A Chicago Chronicle discussion on Democratic and Republican platforms argues voters focus on main issues and candidates rather than formal declarations. It cites past platforms from 1883 to 1896, noting inconsistencies and the role of public opinion in shaping platform relevance.
In a New York Journal commentary, the piece argues Republicans led postmaster appointments for years and Democrats benefited under Cleveland. It notes George A Stevenson and Jos Clarkson as figures in partisan staffing while deflecting this as normal political practice across administrations.
The piece critiques Governor Roosevelt for campaigning nationally while in office and notes The Progress Review of Laporte endorsing McKinley over Bryan on the silver issue. It lauds Senator Gear, comments on press praise, and mentions Washington politics with references to the president, cabinet, and McKinley’s foes, including the sultan of Sulu and his 253 wives.
Iowa notes comment on language and manners about saying goodbye and the charm of its phrase. Also regional items from Pomeroy Des Moines and Sioux City discuss politics, marriages, bank deposits, and a humorous exchange about a wind themed family joke.
A fragment notes shooting events involving Europeans and thousands of celestial residents in China. The text is unclear about dates or exact locations but implies a chaotic incident with foreign and local groups.
Collier’s Weekly notes new Japan ese stamps issued to honor the recent marriage of the Prince Imperial. The oval stamp frame depicts the Japanese marriage table with bamboo, plum blossom, and pine decorations. The table shows the bride and groom exchanging salt cups nine times to symbolize a perfect union.
Next winter will showcase dramatizations of novels with stars like Wilton Lickaye as Jean Valjean in Les Miserables and Henry Dixey in Adventures of Francois. Other adaptations include Christian and Children of the Ghetto, Marion Crawford’s In the Palace of the King, and Jacob Litt’s Caleb West, among many. A family outing closes the snippet with Nagie and Tett heading to Clear Lake and Colfax Springs for a few weeks.
In New York, the Giants beat St Louis with Doheny and Bowerman on the battery for New York and Powell Weyhing and Robinson for St Louis. Philadelphia defeated Pittsburgh with Pratt and Douglass behind Philadelphia and Phillips and Zimmer for Pittsburgh. Brooklyn topped Cincinnati with Stitson and McGuire for Brooklyn and Hahn and Wood for Cincinnati. Boston and Chicago clash as Boston’s Nichols and Sullivan faced Chicago with Griffith and Donahue on the Chicago side.
In Omaha area action the Batteries lineup includes Hughes Wilson and Johnson for Omaha with Pueblo, while St Joe fields Maupin Kling and Ferguson for Sioux City. Des Moines hosts a Denver contest with Weimer Loman McNeely Bulow in the battery rotation and Des Moines stats.
The message to the Chinese minister in Washington from United States Minister Conger is said to have reached Washington at 9 o clock Friday morning, though it must have left Pekin considerably later that day as the account notes a delay in transmission.
At 9 am in the White House the morning hours pass and by evening in Peiping, a famous message spreads, reaching St. Peters burg at Friday 4 pm and London at 2 pm. Berlin shows 7 minutes to 3 while Paris reads 9 minutes past 2. The note emphasizes that world affairs require careful attention to time zones and the reliability of dispatches.
Joliet July 21 Michael Collins a well known Wil county Republican announces support for Bryan. He cites anti imperialist views and criticizes McKinley policies in Cuba and the Philippines arguing against annexation and large Asian statehood. Collins formerly ran for state senator and lost by one vote.
The article notes a summer baby needs substantial clothing similar to winter wear, mainly wool garments and a flannel skirt or blanket. It suggests light cashmere shirts, a warm wrap, and a blanket though not as thick as winter, to protect tender skin until acclimated. Mrs. Alex Allardyce and daughter of Chicago visit Mr. and Mrs. George Zumhoff on Broadway.
Thousands watch the third day of the national regatta on the Harlem river speedway as Paris tours win the final. Winners include Frank B. Greer from Jeffries Point in East Boston for the final association single shells and Crescent B. C. of Philadelphia in intermediate doubles. Times range from 6 17 to 9 14 with several second-place crews named from New York and Philadelphia.
The Forty-ninth regiment Iowa National Guard, especially Company C, has expressed readiness to deploy if the U S government calls for volunteers in China Col W G Dows urged officers to gauge guard sentiment and inform Gov Shaw of the readiness. Developments in the far east remain uncertain but a large U S force could trigger state contingents.
A domestic guide urges women to dress well at home with care for appearance. It stresses hair, neat attire, and tidy bodice effects to please her husband. The piece condemns wearing soiled finery in the home and advocates modest, orderly dress as a duty of wives.
In packing for a rainy holiday, remember to prepare wisely. The trunk should include waterproof gear and compact essentials to weather wet conditions. Plan lightweight layers and sturdy shoes for changing forecasts.
The July Ladies' Home Journal suggests indoor crafts to occupy children on rainy days. It recommends colored paper strings, parquetry with pasted designs, bead and wire work for baskets, sewing, knitting, painting, drawing, and natural history books to pass the time until sunny weather returns.
Gov Chas H Allen of Porto Rico arrives in the converted yacht Mayflower off the navy yard. After salutes by the Mayflower and the land battery Admiral Sampson and Gov Allen exchange official courtesies. Marines greet the governor as they depart for China. Also an advertisement for a grocery store sale at 1505 Rhomberg avenue.
A church lighting pitch extols Welsbach gas as superior to expensive electricity. The ad claims Welsbach offers brighter, softer illumination with less glare and lower cost, inviting inquiries about the gas lighting system.
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