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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1899
Page
1
The ticket includes Governor Fred E. White of Webster, Lieutenant Governor M. L. Bevis of Mount Ayr, Supreme Court Justice A. Van Wagenen of Sioux City, Railway Commissioner W. H. Calhoun of Marshalltown, and Superintendent P. B. Holst of Boone.
The Iowa Democratic convention pledges unwavering support for the 1896 Chicago platform and W. J. Bryan’s 1900 nomination. It denounces the Filipino war, condemns imperialism, attacks trusts and tariff policies, calls to abolish convict labor contracts, urges liquor law reforms, and condemns Leslie M. Shaw and the Republican Party.
The remark suggests Professor Harkness confronts the term uitlander and its implications for outsider status. The sentence implies a shift in perspective on belonging and national identity.
The state fair this year yielded receipts of 44252.55 dollars and is expected to produce a net surplus near 8000 dollars. Local officials note the event was a success in every respect.
The piece notes that the third term debate does not deter Jefferson County Republicans this year and suggests machine workers will still find it serviceable when needed.
John R. McLean is nominated by Ohio Democrats to run for governor. He says the campaign will focus largely on imperialism and state issues and outlines his plan to address both.
Dr. G. W. Hinkle is nominated by Wayne County Republicans for the office of representative. Hon. Lewis Miles, district attorney, presided. Hurrah for civil service reform.
Brewster of the Creston Advertiser lectures the Ottumwa Democrat editor by accused mild silver sentiments. The Democrat replies vigorously and is presented as the better democratic paper of the two.
Sigourney Review notes the Iowa campaign attacks use the “old soldier” label, contrasting Fred White who fought for the Union before seventeen with Shaw who only spoke for the flag at a recruiting meeting.
The piece portrays the county Republican operation as efficient and well managed by seasoned men. It claims the machine functions with dispatch and can be operated without revealing the chief operator, likening its effectiveness to that of New York Tamanyites.
The Sioux City Tribune argues a party revolution is underway with John P. Altgeld removed from official council roles. It predicts new alignments on the fighting line and anticipated victories for the Democratic Party.
Democratic nominee Hon. F. E. White will launch his campaign in Davenport on September 14. He plans to speak continuously from that date until election day. The state chairman says anti imperialism will be the main theme and the free silver issue will receive less attention than in prior campaigns.
The Standard dictionary defines a political machine as a party apparatus ruled by practical politicians using patronage to maintain discipline. The text argues the Jefferson County Republicans exemplify this, with offices and past favors driving ongoing loyalty and order.
The What Cheer Patriot attacks Hon. Fred White’s half sister Caroline White over a 25 year old killing in Keokuk county. The editor cites the murder as unjustly reflected on Mr White who was said to be innocent while state papers dismiss the malign claims.
The article states Mr. I. W. Carter's bid for sheriff was examined by party managers and deemed unsuited to current needs. The candidacy, though longstanding, remains largely intact and will be set aside for now. It suggests Carter move to town and perform local party service before reemerging.
The article argues McKinley confuses the U S flag meaning in the Sulus claiming the flag stands for polygamy absolute rule slavery and Mohammedan rule under a barbarous sultan who can barland sales to Americans.
The report notes General Bates acting under Otis and Mark Hanna aligned Republicans approve a treaty with the sultan of Sulu. It declares U S sovereignty over the Sulu archipelago and adopts the American flag for the sultan. It allows slaves to buy freedom for 20 dollars. It cites the thirteenth amendment on slavery and questions constitutional relevance.
Last Saturday the county Republican nominations were quickly made amid complaints about breaking the third term rule. Mr. Black seeks sheriff and may lose votes, while Mr. Bengston's nomination for representative sparks disaffection. Debate over a woman candidate for county superintendent faded after Prof. Harkness withdrew and delegates supported Miss White.
The piece cites Robert B. Porter in London noting world wide prosperity not tied to U S policy. He observes Europe booming with construction, Paris Paris exposition, Amsterdam piling foundations, and says American demand often follows European supply. He concludes no nation stands alone and no man lives unto himself.
The Peoria Herald-Transcript condemns the U S treaty with the sultan of Sulu as a grave disgrace to the flag and the nation. It argues no military necessity justifies bondage and polygamy recognition and urges Congress not to endorse the covenant.
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a kidney remedy promising restored vigor and cheerfulness. It also promotes a quarterly railroad prospectus Western Trail from Chicago Rock Island and Pacific, with free one year postal offer to readers. John Sebastian, G P A, Chicago, invites mail requests.
Frederick Edward White is named again as the Democratic state ticket head for governor. The article lauds his honesty, self made background, and long public service from farm laborer to congressman, with a vow to sustain the 1896 platform and opposition to trusts and imperialism.
The St. Louis Republic reports official returns show Judge Shackleford, the Democrat, with a 3448 plurality in the Eighth District, surpassing Bland’s 1898 margin and refuting Republican claims of disaffection in Callaway. The result signals support for Democratic principles over imperial expansion.
The Iowa Democratic Committee chair announces the campaign will focus early on imperialism, arguing dangers of foreign entanglements and colonization. He warns of riches for a few and slavery for many, urging unity beyond party lines to defend national honor.
A reader cites editorials attacking anti imperialists and traitor rhetoric over the Philippines policy. He argues for public debate, warns against silencing dissent, and questions the president’s authority to wage a war without Congress while defending free speech in America.
A Pall Mall Gazette verse tale recalls Paul and Virginie in Mauritius. Virginie sails to Europe, a hurricane sinks her ship, and both lovers perish while their mothers die of sorrow.
Austin Blerkower argues that because Jesus wrote nothing and early reports were memory based the best we can know his meaning lies in the substance of what was transmitted. Readers should seek core ideas, separate thought from language, and avoid rigid reliance on exact words or reported details.
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