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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1905

Page

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Roosevelt sworn in as the twenty sixth president in a crowd

Theodore Roosevelt was inaugurated as the twenty sixth president before estimates of up to one hundred thousand people. He pledged to continue McKinley’s policies for peace and prosperity, riding along a grand parade route with governors, soldiers, and diverse supporters from across the nation and overseas. The day featured clear spells and a ceremonial address affirming his commitment to the public.

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Friendship for All Nations in Roosevelt Inaugural Address

President Roosevelt urges friendly ties among nations in a public inaugural procession described with pomp. The account lists participants from Annapolis cadets to miners from Wilkes-Barre and a diverse array of groups, illustrating a broad national pageant.

Inaugural Ceremonies and Parade Across Washington

A vivid account of the inaugural day with lariat and regalia contrasts among veterans and recruits, the swearing in of the new Vice President, Senate session rites, and a grand parade led by General O O Howard's staff. The Capitol, White House, and pension building showcased celebrations as troops, Rough Riders, and a vast crowd marked the national pageantry.

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Inaugural Ball Draws Political Club Locals

Political clubs from across the country gathered for the inaugural ball. The event led social calendars, finishing at midnight to keep within the schedule. Floral decor featured an elaborate arrangement, surpassing prior years.

Fairbanks Speaks at Simple Inaugural Swearing In

Charlea Warren Fairbanks was sworn in as Vice President in a brief ceremony at the Senate chamber. In a restrained setting before nine attendees, he affirmed the duties of the office and reflected on a year of service to the country.

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Senate Farewell Reflections On New Era And Peace

A veteran senator recalls duties and memories from years on the Senate floor praising peaceful and orderly start to a new national administration. He notes gratitude for bipartisan support and hopes divine favor, progress, justice, and honor for the nation and its citizens.

Senate

Monumental Firework Display Over Washington Celebrates Roosevelt

A vast night show above the Washington Monument attracted about 100000 spectators. Fireworks lit the sky with molten colors as a ton of colored fire, silver clouds, and rockets created a grand finale. A mile high balloon released an enormous American flag and a bouquet formed a portrait of Mrs Roosevelt in the afterglow.

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Inauguration Costs Rise With Washington Fund Drive

Report outlines the rising expenses of inaugurations led by a public fund of 200 contributors giving 5 to 1000 dollars. It notes McKinley in 1901 cost about 79000, Harrison 1889 75000, Cleveland 1893 56000, Roosevelt likely higher due to labor and material costs.

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Inaugural Addres sise Roosevelt's Voice in Fragment

A garbled OCR passage from Roosevelt's inauguration address emphasizes humility before achievement and gratitude to the Giver of good. It discusses duties to others, strong national character, and the need to balance liberty with responsibility while facing new tasks in a democratic republic.

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The News 7 Side: A fragmented satirical note on politics and sports

The piece zips through a mosaic of names and events. It mentions Senator Mitchell, a callroad rate bill, St. Petersburg strikes, and a skating exhibition by N. Romano, with wry asides about Moscow and the beer trust and a magazine style roundup of current curiosities.

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A Nuisance or Privacy? Doorbell Ringing Issues Rise

Scattered lines describe people annoyed by doorbell ringing and nuisance adverts. The fragment cites private property impact, unwanted visits, and claims of harassment, highlighting tensions between advertising and residents’ privacy. Strong entities such as private property and doorbell nuisance emerge amid unclear text.

Dodds Kidney Pills Claim Cure for Rheumatism

A faltering OCR shows medical claims for Dodds Kidney Pills promising cure for rheumatism and urinary issues. The text touts relief from kidney troubles and a doctor advised remedy, presenting a salesy health testimonial tone with strong named product emphasis.

Salxer'n Mowe Bullider Corn Yield Report

A crop yield record notes Salxer'n Mowe Bullider Corn producing 157 bu in Indiana 160 bu in Kentucky and 194 bu in Tennessee with 220 bu in Michigan per acre. The catalog by Sue Sulzer is cited and the data suggests a nationwide comparison.

Sulzer

Seed catalog promise sells farm seeds in notice

A farm seed notice touts high yields for 1905 including 120 bushels barley per sere and 1,000 bushels potatoes per acre. It urges readers to mail stamps for a data log and seed samples from Salzer Seed Co, LaCrosse Wisconsin. A separate item notes Peter J Meevist Cathell visiting Montreat and a church mystery over a High Church term, with a quip about a “thirty five feet to the ridge” response.

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Nervous Headache Relief Promised by Pink Pills

A named testimonial from Miss McKenny in Roxbury describes long suffering from nervous headaches and dizziness. After two months on Dr Williams Pink Pills the attacks ceased, with renewed strength and steadier nerves. The advertisement asserts the pills purify the blood and strengthen the nervous system, widely sold by druggists.

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