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Newspaper
Dubuque Sunday Herald
Location
Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1900
Page
4
The piece lists delivery rates for the Herald and notes issues with missed copies. It then critiques church leaders from the Methodist and Presbyterian denominations over Sunday newspaper denouncements. It argues for engagement with modern culture and suggests using music and ventures to aid church growth.
Chicago’s Stradforbert Chatfield-Taylor refuses a congressional bid citing his hyphenated surname as a barrier. He options that a patronymic legacy and fashionably London tailoring deter voters, noting editors once labeled him outspoken. The Inter Ocean notes hyphenated names on the British Commons roll and urges similar presence in America.
The Methodist general conference narrowly retains the 1872 ban on theater gauging, dancing and card playing amid bitter debate. Critics argue modern amusements suit the era, while bishops clash with ministers over discipline and conduct.
Last night the police board said protecting the democratic primaries mattered more than streetcar service and the Transit Co shut cars without police protection. A fatality occurred in yesterday’s riot as three men were wounded. Harry Potts, a striking motorman, died. Unions plan calls for national aid and AFL appeals to fund the struggle against organized labor. A late telegram opposing the world's fair bill was disavowed as unofficial by the National Building Trades Council’s general secretary.
Streetcar routes in Iowa read through to Electric Park today operated by Stewarts with service expected to carry passengers to Home.
An advertising message touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as the hammer to hit the nail on the head for headaches eruptive pains and kidney and stomach troubles. It claims the remedy purifies the blood and improves overall health praised by the masses.
A compilation of editorials and comments from various Iowa papers debating Boer War outcomes, international reactions, and domestic political moves. The clippings mock England's hold over the Boers, predict future conflicts, and lampoon vice presidential speculation while noting local editorials on crime, reform, and public figures.
Bargain property offered at southeast corner Lincoln and Reed. Describes a dwelling house and outer buildings with quotes about market reports and reliability. Emphasizes Hersid's market report as the only reliable source for market data. Farmers stockmen grain dealers and others should take note.
The report covers Woodmen and fraternal matters, noting an emergency fund plan to reserve 10 percent of each assessment and seal certificates for deaths within five years. It lists death claims paid, weekly audits, and new camps admitted in various states, along with incidents and social commentary surrounding the orders.
An ad lists 100 gross units at one cent each. The message mentions gold plated beauty pins sold by Knights & Co and refers to a priest quote in fragmented form.
An Ohio corporation formed by business men advertises for reliable managers to run a district in Dubuque with a salary of 1500 per year and 3000 in commission, plus bonds, stock, and partnership options. Apply to GC. W. O Walker 50 Hartford Building Chicago.
London reports from May 26 indicate Lord Roberts has crossed the Vaal River with the main British force. General Hutton’s and Hamilton’s columns move toward Potchefstroom and Sosch bank as details suggest a potential diversion near Vereeniging. The dispatch notes British gains and actions from Heilbron to Wolvehoek, with plans to reach the federal position south of Johannesburg soon.
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