Homecoming demonstration for Admiral Dewey sparks mixed critique
The piece argues the Dewey homecoming was grand yet hollow, praising crowds’ patriotism but warning it stirs rash public sentiment and risks swaying government choices. It recalls Rome and other triumphs to caution against hero worship and factional zeal.
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Admiral Dewey
Rome
Dewey
David
Saul
Aurelian
Tadmor
Zenobia
Uncle Sam
Pacific Ocean
Manila
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
James Monroe
Mark Hanna
William McKinlay
Hell
Music Classes Offered for Brass and Violin in Elgin
Fuaxk Stovicy of Elgin Iowa announces two music classes, brass instruments and violin, inviting applicants before October 15. Classes start on that date with instruments supplied at reasonable prices. no late admissions after the deadline.
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Fuaxk Stovicy
Elgin
Charley Becker
Chicago
Ed Klingman
Iowa
Ehrin Opera House opening to feature rare concert
Next Saturday evening October 14 Elgin will open the Ehrin Opera House with a concert and grand bell. The Carpenters Harp Orchestra will perform with reinforcement by several musicians making the event a notable attraction for Elgin and nearby towns. The piece promises superior entertainment and the community is urged to attend to back the new theatre. A separate note discusses telephone poles and a proposed franchise to regulate street rights. A second report notes a confirmed plan for a C M & St P railroad line along the Turkey River to Elkader and beyond, with grade surveys showing feasible route benefits for freight and local industry. Barber shops will close October 14 for the opera house opening. workers advise getting shaved before or after the event.
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Ehrin Opera House
Elgin
Carpenters Harp Orchestra
Opera House
Iowa
C. M. & St. P. Read Ts
Etkader
Turkey River Bottom
Davenport
Old Gouldsburg
Chicago
Turkey River
Lavals
Elkader
Bula
Monona
McGregor
C. M
St. P
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