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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1899
Page
3
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Billy Mason criticized the peace treaty between Spain and the United States but supported its final passage. The remark suggests that a statesman’s stated positions do not always predict his vote or actions.
The Rockford Register-Gazette views Wisconsin’s senatorial result as a triumph of brains over wealth. Wealthy rivals did not prevail, signaling a promising start for Mr. Quarles. The state’s faith is that he will represent Wisconsin with distinction.
Fragmentary rhetoric from a historical social stance urging American dominance in the Philippines. The lines frame control, national identity, and colonial policy with pointed directives and a dismissive tone toward native populations.
The note cites crucible steel cost rising from about 75 dollars a ton in 1860 to 2.40 dollars later, arguing that Free Trade proves Protection flawed by showing initial gains fade as it operates, leading to lower prices rather than higher.
The Paris La Soliel notes six year trade gains of nine percent for England, twenty-three for the United States, twenty-five for Germany, and twenty-four for France. It argues France lags behind rivals as other powers advance more rapidly.
The article notes Illinois funded ninety two organizations in the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park with 65400 dollars, while New York supported sixteen organizations with 90000 dollars. It argues Illinois’s uniform regimental and battery monuments, though less costly, make a stronger impression than New York’s monuments.
General Miles stands as a top American officer with a spotless record yet claims of bad beef supplied to soldiers by unscrupulous contractors sparked criticism. Supporters urge praising him if his truth emerges, while undecided readers await clarification before further critique.
The speaker recalls Dalrymple, a leading wheat grower and market expert, who predicted by 1890 the home market would absorb the crop. He notes that despite growth, the U S produced enough to export about 1,000,000 bushels daily at peak season even after reaching 75 million people, showcasing American expansion.
The Second Illinois Infantry at Havana Cuba publishes a look back at officers who served nine months in a tropical campaign. They portray volunteers as equal to regulars, note officers kept civilian jobs, and list partial officer employments such as switchman at 12 dollars per week, bill clerk at 10, entry clerk at 12, and yeast peddler.
The editor cites historical figures to praise opportunities for aspiring young men. It notes officers' pay now ranges from $116 to $200 monthly, highlighting the strain of increases on material conditions while preserving loyalty to institutions.
Major General John M. Palmer a former Illinois governor and U S senator, now aged and nearly blind, receives a pension of 50 per month, reduced from 100 per month at his request to maintain a modest lifestyle. Palmer helped shape Illinois 1848 constitution and, though offered wealth during his era, stayed free of dishonorable boodlerism.
Representative McLouchlan proposes a measure barring hiring labor from other states to replace strikers with a 2000 dollar fine and up to a year in jail. The writer questions why not harsher penalties including death and confiscation, arguing for full compliance with striker demands. The remark labels McLauchlan ineffective and urges draconian enforcement.
Colonel Clark E. Carr of Galesboro Illinois appeals to the Appropriations committee for special recognition of Indian corn at the Paria Exposition. He proposes a corn kitchen and restaurant to distribute cooked corn products and meal in sample bags with leaflets. He cites corn use in Denmark and India to argue for a modest price increase that would boost farm revenue. He notes Birmingham press observations on US nail exports and the rise of Chicago as an iron bedstead hub.
The United States presses ahead in footwear with cheaper boots, and American steel rails are shipped to Troiland and Bombay. Studies on plate supply for a $6,000,000 vessel indicate an American contract saves about $10,000 versus the lowest England tender.
The author argues the Philippine Islands acquired by war become U S property. Legislation will decide their status. until then the president should maintain U S authority. They should not become states soon. may become territories with presidents appointees and elected legislatures, funded by local taxes to support schools roads courts and troops. When population and education advance, independence or statehood could be considered.
The Senate approved the peace treaty with Spain by a two thirds majority on Monday February 6 and faced sharp partisan lines. Support came from Republicans and others while a sizable bloc of Republicans Democrats and a People s party opposed the measure amid warnings of bloodshed and delayed action in Manila.
Col Henry Watterson editor of the Louisville Courier Journal argues the treaty dispute was the great question dividing leaders for and against the administration. He claims opposing the treaty was bad politics for Democrats and that McKinley will be left in a favorable position with no real danger of imperial ambitions.
The piece critiques Democratic Party strategy and its weak record from 1828 to 1900, noting Whig and Republican contrasts. It discusses Dewey's non-Democratic alignment, 1872 concerns, and protests tied to expansion debates. The author warns of continued folly risking the party’s demise, predicting an “open grave” if trends persist.
A legislative bill proposed in the state would destroy most small colleges and transfer degree granting to a few large schools, a disposition to organize an educational trust that should be squelched.
A London autograph sale fetched prices for famed signatures including Washington to Lafayette at 36 dollars, Washington plain autograph 20, Zachary Taylor 39, Grant 6, Jefferson Davis 3, Washington Irving 5, Franklin 16, Holmes 8, and Longfellow ? with other quotes remaining unclear.
The Madison Journal voices disdain for a proposed bill to regulate barbering practice, license practitioners, and improve education. The piece dismisses the measure as foolish legislation and hints there may be even more absurd proposals to come.
The sudden death of ex Attorney General Garland brings to mind his remark to ex Judge Henry W Scott in the United States Supreme Court about forty years since his first case. He said dying in the courtroom during an argument would be a fitting career climax.
A bill by Representative Curtis in the Illinois General Assembly would only allow colleges with a $100,000 endowment to confer degrees. The measure would leave about twelve colleges able to qualify and would harm many strong state schools that lack such endowment levels. Critics warn against cornering educational institutions and call for defeating the bill.
A nationwide revival of patriotism is shown as Alabama lawmakers pass a resolution by unanimous vote to raise the Stars and Stripes above every schoolhouse in the state and keep it there forever. Illinois, with a similar law, sends greetings to Alabama.
Washington observers note a dramatic shift in Uncle Joe Cannon’s appearance and demeanor. The widower now favors tailored clothes and a carnation, signaling a move from his former tobacco-stained linen and scruffy style to a refined statesman’s image.
J Stanley Grimes, age 91, remains ahead of the game after years of paying premiums on a $10,000 policy. Twenty-one years ago the insurer offered $2,000 cash or $410 yearly, and he has collected since, now over $6,000 net ahead as he ages. May he live long and prosper.
Senator Cullom is catching up after two or three weeks of a lame leg layoff. His callers are numerous and mail heavy as he handles committee duties. Today he ate lunch in his committee room while dictating letters and receiving visitors.
A senator was shaved by a barber during a business session as he dictated and received callers. The barber aimed carefully with the razor to avoid cutting the upper lip while the senator continued speaking throughout the procedure.
An Eastern state experiment uses a wagon converted into a mobile post office. It travels a circuit, stopping at farms that install roadside boxes to receive mail, sell money orders and register packages, mirroring town office operations. The effort taps a $160000 rural free delivery appropriation and aims for strong results.
At a legislative committee hearing in North Carolina on a bill for separate railroad cars for races a letter from Bishop Hood (Negro) warned he might leave the state if it became law. He said Jim Crow cars humiliate refined negro people and that Negroes with whom they were forced to ride offend well-dressed members of their race. Proponents argued the bishop’s stance shows that Negro companionship offensive to a Black bishop would also offend white people.
A discussion on how to address married women in German, proposing official terms tied to social rank. It suggests using consort for generals’ wives, spouse for officials’ partners, lady for middle class wives, and simply wife for a workman’s spouse, to avoid confusion and offense.
A Philadelphia businessman told William E Curtis that Mr Wana maker's profits from his Philadelphia store last year exceeded 1 750 000 dollars and that New York receipts will approach that figure. Christmas week receipts in New York topped Philadelphia. Wanamaker's success stems from extensive advertising, over 300 000 dollars annually in Philadelphia and even more in New York last year.
A congressional statement from Rep Johnson of Indiana praises President McKinley for bowing to public opinion while noting his harsh jab that public sentiment is sometimes right or wrong. The piece argues the president serves the people and that broad public support keeps government aligned with its founding principles.
A Georgetown resident explains that raising the left arm high above the head relieves choking faster than back thumps. He warns against alarm during such incidents and notes children often choke while eating at meals or play. The advised remedy is to have the child raise its left arm to clear the obstruction quickly.
The writer argues that the United States has limited government role in the Philippines yet must train the people toward political freedom. It condemns denying rights to citizens, including schooling and the right to vote, while urging patience in building autonomous institutions and consent of the governed.
The election of United States senators leaves six vacancies in Wisconsin Montana Washington. Four are Republican and two Democratic. Republican seats from Delaware Pennsylvania Nebraska California. Democratic seats Utah Florida. Utah legislature meets in April leaving Democrats with one more senator to elect. Delaware and Pennsylvania contests unresolved. Nebraska and California soon settled. Fifty Republican senators elected for the next Congress. could reach fifty four with remaining contests, a majority of eighteen, including eight from the former solid Democratic South.
A man with red hair under a woolly cap walks into a high class restaurant to eat. He orders Charlotte Russe, eats the filling, then crushes the pasteboard shell. He declares the middle good but the crust was tough, in a tone that amuses the staff and other diners.
A poem recalls old gowns and the beloved pockets that stored little treasures. The speaker laments fashion's banishment of pockets while wistfully longing for mohair, silk, organdy, and a roomy gown pocket no longer found in modern attire.
Last Tuesday the Bloomington Pantagraph reported a remedy for sudden choking. That evening a prominent local business family dined, and during supper a piece of bone became lodged in the wife’s throat causing a paroxysm of choking. Family members were greatly frightened as they acted to assist.
A husband rushed to save his wife as she choked on a foreign substance. A morning paper described that swallowing the white of an egg could forcefully eject the blockage from the throat. The egg was given, the bone moved from the wind pipe, and the woman survived. the husband credits the article for the life saved.
The Maine board of inquiry delayed public reports while the government quietly moved arms across the continent and by way of Honolulu to Commodore Dewey. The Baltimore waited at Honolulu with ammunition before sailing to Hong Kong, unseen by most officials. Dewey later halted the fleet for breakfast as ammunition ran low, then renewed action to secure decisive victory.
Ex governor Richard J. Oglesby of Illinois visits New York with a companion. A luncheon is arranged and he is urged to smoke. He balks at paying 25 cents for cigars, fearing discovery back home and potential church expulsion if seen smoking the inexpensive sticks.
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