Presidential Electors Must All Be Chosen in State Convention
Article discusses the old and proposed methods for selecting presidential electors, contrasting at large electors and state conventions. It cites historical shifts toward convention-based nomination processes and references party actions. The piece notes municipal election outcomes and party dynamics in a Democratic mayoral victory with Democratic aldermen dominating.
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Ward Results Reflect Local Issues and Party Loyalty Shifts
Across wards 3 to 5 voter behavior shows local concerns outweighing party lines. Ward 5 posts a 63 margin for this year after 66 last year. Ward 4 sees Maddocks win by 5 with Republicans up one. Ward 3, typically Democratic, flips to an 85 lead for the Democrat amid a 24 recusal, suggesting local matters shaped the race more than national policy. The piece argues Ellsworth Republicans remain loyal when broader campaigns resume.
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Puerto Rico tariff uses funds for island relief
President McKinley urged Congress to devote roughly two million dollars collected under the Dingley tariff on Puerto Rican goods to immediate Puerto Rico relief, a move praised by Republicans and opposed by most Democrats who preferred earmarked appropriations. The bill, passed 162 to 107, would aid fiscal needs until the new tariff fully takes effect and the Senate is expected to concur promptly.
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Democratic power shifts and newspaper consolidation in Maine
The piece notes ex Senator Gorman shaping Democratic National Committee decisions affecting Bryan and the 1900 conventions, argues for balancing policy over single issues, and reports Bangor's Whig and Courier joining Bangor Daily News in a consolidation seen as favorable for a stronger eastern Maine morning paper. It also covers Senator Foraker on open door trade, the Puerto Rico tariff stance, and the Republican view on Philippine tariff policy and possible future surrender of protections.
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The Rewards of Literature by Edward W Bok
Edward W Bok argues in Ladies' Home Journal that literature offers a reasonable living only through tireless work and quality writing. He debunks myths of big author fortunes, noting limited annual output and a crowded market leave most writers poor or merely comfortable.
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Granite cutters strike loom over Hancock county
Tremont dispatch notes a major strike threat among granite cutters. Stonington anticipates calls to strike daily, risk thousands in losses to employers and workers. A large quarry dispute and one refused contract highlight a tense labor scene across East Surry, Ellsworth, and nearby towns.
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Cllswort h Falls Social Notes and Upcoming Event
Herbert Jewett and wife of Amherst visited on Monday. Mrs. Lynwood Sargent traveled to Bangor and back. John H. Nevils returned from Bar Harbor with family. Jotham Staples and Henry Moore came from far favour for Sunday and Monday. FE. H. Clough and wife of longer spent weekend with Clough parents James Cough and wife. Mrs. William P. Dorr hosted friends at bee Lowe. Lynch's band to play at Agricultural Fair Monday evening next week with a concert and dance. supper planned.
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Bangor
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Bar Harbor
Jotham Staples
Henry Moore
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Wits
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James Cough
William P. Dorr
Bee Lowe
Lynch
North Ellsworth Resident Dies After Long Illness
One of the oldest North Ellsworth residents died Monday in his eighty eighth year after a long period of failing health. He spent most of his life in North Ellsworth on a large farm and leaves a large family. Funeral services were held today conducted by Rev. J P Simonton of the Ellsworth Methodist Church.
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Methodist Church
Elleworth
Varied Life of Jesse Lee Floyd Ends in Ellsworth
Jesse Lee Floyd of Ellsworth, born 1813 in Surry, led a varied life spanning sea work, law, medicine, and guiding Holy Land tours. He aided a nephew in a legal fight in Joppa, later settled in Ellsworth, and became a well known talker in town. Services were held Monday officiated by Rev. J.P. Simonton.
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Hats Catarrh Cu F.J CHENEY & 060 product listing
An old advertisement describing Hats Catarrh Cure sold by wholesale druggists including To 0. C. Walding and Kinsan & Marvin Toledo. It claims the remedy acts on blood and mucous surfaces and notes price per bowtie while promising testimonials and free samples.
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General Coggewell Lost Off Cape Hentopen
The fishing schooner General Coggewell, owned by Captain Thomas Nicholson of Hacksport, ran ashore Wednesday night on Cape Hentopen while en route from Gloucester to Philadelphia with frozen fish. On Thursday it broke up. Cargo and vessel total loss, insured. The General Coggewell built at Ravox, Mass in 1880. Auction sale of the wrecked schooner and cargo followed, with fish barrels bringing 10.25.
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