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Newspaper
Fremont Democrat
Location
Hamburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1901
Page
1
A local report warns readers about a touring minstrel act promising wealth and free goods. The piece details how the advance agent sold belts and pocket books, edges of deceit, and the crowd's gullibility before the scheme collapsed. It cites Barnum and cautions youth against chasing quick riches through scams.
R C Campbell inaugurated mayor of Hamburg in a crowded city hall gathering. Due to court, inaugural address was postponed and Campbell then headed to the county site to handle client interests. He plans to consult in Lincoln with W J Bryan on governmental matters and to study suppressed inaugurals.
A speaker commends Admiral Sampson and General McArthur for their conduct in the Philippines. They note McArthur ranks higher than Funston there and credits Funston for the capture of Aguinaldo, emphasizing American chivalry and manhood.
A New York man lists modest liabilities under bankruptcy law including rent of 30 and beer of 25 in his schedule. The ailing note questions his loyalties and hints at possible deception regarding ownership or religion, with a coded jab at Aguinaldo and a reference to Funston.
Reports claim Aguinaldo lives in a lavish residence while enjoying abundant luxuries, with critics noting his comfort amid discussions of peace and victory. The remark about peace having its own victories echoes in the commentary.
A reader notes large thefts in the U S Army military department in the Philippines aided Emilio Aguinaldo in deciding to take the oath of allegiance to the United States. The writer suggests the thief aims to secure spoils by joining early.
Citizens recall past pests and conflicts as they welcome the elevation of Funston to Brigadier General. The piece invokes local figures and events, praising the balanced books and national pride.
The Sioux City Journal cites consistency and loyalty as key values while the Des Moines Capital notes harmony and reform. The Keokuk Gate City references machine and policy, and the Chicago Tribune weighs in on patriotism as another shifting standard.
The Des Moines Capital ponders the path ahead for Aguinaldo after his oath. It speculates he might blend duty and destiny with benevolent assimilation rhetoric while shaping his plans.
An overview contrasts tornadoes and cyclones from April to August in the U S detailing size origins and formation. It recalls past events in St Louis and local destruction and urges watching southwest skies for black clouds and seeking cellar shelter in frame buildings or caves while carrying tornado and cyclone insurance.
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