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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1900
Page
4
A Fairfield Tribune column titled A drop of ink makes millions think examines the influence of journalism on public opinion and civic life. The piece argues that careful reporting shapes policy, markets, and social norms, urging responsible press conduct.
Notice to Iowa Democratic electors of a Cedar Rapids convention on August 16, 1900 at 10 a m to nominate candidates for secretary of state auditor treasurer attorney general supreme court judge railroad commissioner and electors at large plus other business. Representation based on county votes for Governor Fred E White 1899. chaired by G A Hufpman and A E Jackson.
The Democratic County Convention in Fairfield Iowa calls for eight delegates to the State Convention in Cedar Rapids on August 16 1900. Delegates are allocated by precinct with bonus votes for support of Governor Fred L White in 1899. Precinct primaries occur August 2 at 7 30 pm to select delegates and ballot board members.
Walnut and Cedar townships are to elect their township committeemen at this meeting. It is important that every township committeeman see to it that the township meetings are well attended and that full delegations are sent to the county convention. P. E. Boesen, Chm. Jeff. Co, Dem. Cent. Com.
The piece argues for restoring fundamental American principles against elite wealth influence. It lauds William Jennings Bryan as honest and dedicated to bimetallism and equal rights, linking his cause to resisting imperialism and trusts. It notes criticisms of McKinley and Hanna, and questions U.S. policy in the Philippines and Cuba.
A movement in Louisa and surrounding counties aims to form rough-rider groups to energize the Republican drive and win votes. The piece mocks homegrown riders and suggests Buffalo Bill as a superior draw and notes the campaign will rely on wind, proposing airships and balloons as attractions.
The article reports that alleged plots to assassinate President McKinley were fabrications by overly eager supporters aiming to influence campaigns. Hanna states the president faces no danger, while noting public belief in McKinley's self-written deaths warrant.
An old advertisement offers Bailey's Dyspepsia Tablets for stomach distress with symptoms listed and says the tablets cost 25 cents postpaid. It notes a sample free on request and provides Lakeside Medicine Co. address in Chicago and local seller Bradshaw & Thoma.
An old patent medicine notice touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a cure for poor appetite and digestive trouble. The advert claims improved digestion, regular bowel habits, health, and energy, priced at 25 cents at Geo D Clarke’s drug store.
A roundup of varied items from horse trade in South Africa and sea serpents on the New England coast to sanitation schemes in Simla and smokeless coal experiments in England. Also reports on appendicitis cases linked to coal dust and exchanges of rare bird eggs between Princeton University and the British Museum.
At Put In Bay Ohio July 11 the Ohio State Bar association meets in annual convention amid threats of dissolution and fierce charges from president P A Laubie and allied jurists. The president harshly criticizes national policy including the Philippines war and tariff debates while urging vigilance to save republican stability. He accuses the government of mercenary expansion and questions civil rights amid foreign policy crises.
Judge Laubie urged Americans to oppose imperial policy, defend justice and liberty, and grant Filipinos independence. He warned against wealth lust, warned of despotic rule, and urged action against Congress and the administration to correct wrongs in territories like Porto Rico and Hawaii.
P A Danforth of LaGrange Georgia suffered six months with a running sore on his leg. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve wholly cured it in five days. For ulcers and wounds it is the best salve, guaranteed to cure. Only 25 cents. Sold by Geo D Clarke, druggist.
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