27 Apr 1898
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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1898
Page
1
The population rallies behind President McKinley in the prosecution of the war, with most supporting his policies though some privately disagree on specific points.
The Iowa list includes Lieutenant F R Holman of Sioux City on the Texas William B Wells a cadet engineer on the Brooklyn Albert McCarthy of Des Moines in charge of two eight inch guns on the Massachusetts and Lt George H Stafford senior watch officer on the Columbia.
In 1816 Thomas Jefferson replied to Secretary Monroe about Spain's revolutionary provinces. He argued that national interest and justice support their independence, likening aid to defending a weak person from a robber. He warned a war between the U.S. and Spain could not be doubted.
The farewell gathering for Co. M drew a packed audience in Fairfield. Generous local support for the loyal young men volunteering for wartime service filled the hall for over two hours, underscoring strong community pride.
The secretarys of war and the surgeon general state they will not employ or recognize women as nurses for the Spanish American War. Even trained or volunteer women who go to Key West or government hospital stations will be ignored and their offers will not be considered.
E. S. Sylvester of Alexander Franklin County Iowa led a party that seized General Fitzhugh Lee at a southern plantation. They rode through a garden and jumped a low fence to confront a bare headed Lee who identified himself and was captured.
A dramatic advertisement claims a “Mystic Cure” can cure rheumatism and neuralgia in one to three days. It praises instant relief and measurable benefits from the first dose, priced at 75 cents and sold by J. D. McDowell & Co. in Fairfield.
A vintage advertisement touts Casarets as a constant cure for constipation. It promotes Candy Cathartic with 10c and 25c prices and guarantees refunds if the product fails.
The piece declares war with Spain unavoidable and just, arguing Spain’s rule in the Americas is tyrannical. It venerates American civilization, praises President’s restraint, and predicts final victory while noting Spain’s bankruptcy and illiteracy. It cites Wendell Phillips on conscience and foresees new heroes arising to lead the conflict.
The Chicago Times-Herald argues a future American army may be led by unexpected heroes as war expands. It notes that past celebrated generals were not guaranteed future prominence and envisions bold captains lieutenants West Point graduates and volunteers rising to prominence, reshaping military leadership after a long conflict.
The piece contrasts boastful talk of dying for country with the coming reality of war. It cites Spanish and American rhetoric around Havana and Morro Castle, warns that once fighting begins the bravado ends, and urges sober resolve as in Civil War lessons. It stresses that battles hinge on fighting, not words.
Relief in six hours for bladder and kidney pain. Claims fast action on kidney and back discomfort for men and women. Sold by J. D. McDowell & Co. druggists in Fairfield Iowa.
Ohio Senate, in a 19 to 17 vote, finds Marcus A. Hanna guilty of attempting to bribe John C. Otis to vote for him for United States senator. The report cites Henry H. Boice as principal offender and recommends Hanna be expelled.
The Des Moines Leader contrasts the Maine destruction in Havana with the Trent affair of 1861. It details Capt. Wilkes and the British response, Lord Russell’s ultimatum to Secretary Seward, and the looming risk of war with Great Britain over the release of Mason and Slidell.
An advertisement claims Ely's Cream Balm can cure severe catarrh. It urges readers to mail 10 cents for a trial size or ask a druggist for the product, with full size priced at 50 cents and testimonials from Oscar Ostrum of Chicago.
The fragment presents the key verses of Frances Scott Key's The Star Spangled Banner with stanzas describing dawn light, the flag over fortifications, and a vow of freedom. It emphasizes resilience, national pride, and divine guardianship across scenes of war and peace.
An early 20th century health claim notes languor from poor blood and presents Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure by enriching the blood.
An old newspaper ad touts Cascarets Candy Cathartic as a cure for constipation with a money back guarantee if it fails. It urges subscribing to THE TRIBUNE.
A reader shares a personal account of stomach distress and a cure, detailing symptoms from poor digestion to loss of appetite and how relief was achieved. The letter suggests practical steps and emphasizes relief from chronic stomach trouble.
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