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Newspaper
Emmet County Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1900
Page
4
A recent visitor to Shanghai notes Chinese sleeping quarters as dark and uncomfortable, with carved wooden beds or masonry divans and no traditional pillows. Beds vary by region with divans used in northern homes and inns, while pillow substitutes include hollow rattan frames and neck supports. Baths and bathing paraphernalia are not used.
A New York Sun report describes Blumenau in southern Brazil where about 50,000 German immigrants live in a patriarchal community. Crime is rare, wealth is growing, utilities are scarce, and news comes from foreign papers. Restaurants offer self-serve meals and casual hospitality prevails amid an arcadian, insular society.
A Harvard professor rebuked his student nephew for profanity in a private admonition that backfired humorously when the youth admitted provocation and denied prolonged profanity. The anecdote highlights a clash of discipline and propriety in academic circles. A separate note describes a $200 monument planned for Caesar the nine year old dog buried by Mrs. T. B. M. Cardezay of Germantown.
At a recent meeting in France the question was debated whether spiders should be allowed to spin webs on fruit walls. The general opinion favored the webs, noting they deter pests and harmful insects that ravage leaves and fruit.
Des Moines October 15 James A. Gilmore of Stuart reports Democrats boosted by a stronger organization and funds since 1896. He warns Republicans that despite expected majorities in many districts, turnout must rise to prevent losses amid energizing Democratic clubs and sustained fundraising efforts led by solicitor Welweg.
An editor argues Republicans neglect risk as Bryan wins states, predicting solid south will elect a fully Democratic delegation. The piece claims election law changes could swing entire state delegations, altering speaker dynamics and pressuring Republicans in the north. It warns seven congressional seats could topple Col. Henderson and urges Republican duty on election day.
A Des Moines banker recalls 1896 banking policy that kept loans tight and fears amid free silver debate. He notes in 1900 banks hold more money, lend readily to sound prospects, and deposits rise, while workers stay employed and streets quiet compared with past political street debates.
Oct 13 In view of wool industry growth in Town it is noted what Mr Bryan said about free wool. He spoke in Congress January 13 1804 and later at Columbia Mo denied changing his view. He stressed whether sheep growers gain from tariffs and warned Republicans not to expect this to be his last political appearance in Dakota.
Lente VentGrder Heres Robbins Luena open a dray office in the former city scales building on South Street. Dray work orders may be left any time. prompt service promised. Also advertises Aroma Quinine Tablets with money-back guarantee and W Civee signature on each bottle.
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