Controversy over McKinley Patronage in Isle of Porto Rico
The Times Herald and the New York World condemn President McKinley for promoting Justice Kenna and Justice Harlan by appointing their sons to high posts, arguing these nepotistic moves taint the Supreme Court and undermine trust as the United States governs Puerto Rico. They fault his broader use of patronage, referencing Spain treaty ratification and political favors, and urge the Justices to recuse themselves.
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McKinley
McKenna
Rico
Harlan
Joey
9 Times Herald
Porto Rico
Kenna
Hheir Sons
Foreign Relations Committee
Spain
Islands
Electric Bitters Cited As Cure for Women Ills
A short testimonial from Mrs Phebe Erley of Peterson Iowa claims Electric Bitters cured her years of backache headache and fainting enabling her to dress herself and do housework at 73 years old She praises its ability to relieve constipation improve appetite and overall health selling for 50 cents at Handy Matthews drug store.
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Handy & Matthews
Republicans gain state supreme bench impact on murder cases
The recent election gave Republicans a majority on the state supreme bench, shifting the fate of eight indicted murder defendants. Convictions happened in a Democratic court, but appeals will be heard by a Republican court, changing the dynamic for the convicted.
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Tucky
Supreme Bench
Cratic
Repubcan
Connecticut man seeks insanity ruling on mother in law
A man from Connecticut who recently married his mother in law is seeking a court ruling that she is insane. He warns he should not be subjected to an examination himself.
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Connecticut
Hunt's Lightning Oil cures various ailments
A historical notice claims Hunt's Lightning Oil cures catarrh headache cramps facial pain and diarrhoea. The ad states quick relief though failing to mention exact ingredients or dosage.
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Hunt
African lectures stir controversy in city talks
Prince Oskazuma lectured to African Americans on Africa's customs, religion, and marriage practices at Bethel African church, touching on transmigration belief and polygamy while contrasting Africans with Christians and Muslims amid lively crowd reactions. He also joked about heaven and afterlife. The St. Paul church event follows Friday night in Dallas News notes.
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Prince Oskazuma
Africa
America
Bethel African Church
St. Paul
Dallas News
Veteran editor touts Chamberlain's remedy for diarrhoea
A Mexican war veteran and editor cites Mexican diarrhoea in 1847 48 as justification for using Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. He says a dose on each renewal keeps him from losing his pension and calls it quick, pleasant, and safe. Gabam Drug Co. sells it.
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Chamberlain
Mexico
Gabam Drug Co
Rising U S power urged as world creditor under tariffs
An Austin newspaper notes that taxation burdens on European nations by militarism push America toward global creditor status. It argues U S supremacy will emerge despite protectionist tariff advocacy by German and Austrian agrarians.
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Austin
America
United States
Dr Kings New Life Pills Marketed as Harmless Purge
An old belief in drastic purgatives is challenged as Dr Kings New Life Pills are advertised as harmless. The pills gently stimulate liver and bowels to expel poisons, cleanse the system, and claim to cure constipation and sick headache. Sold for 25 cents at Handy Matthews drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. King
Handy & Matthews Drag Store
A Cure for La Grippe Harms the Saginaw Post
A local note credits Dr King's New Discovery for curing La Grippe and throat lung troubles. The editor and family reportedly recovered after using three bottles, praised as unmatched. Available at Handy & Matthews drug store with trial bottles free for 25 cents and one dollar.
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Chris Reitter
Saginaw
Mich
Post and Zeitung
Dr. King
Handy & Matthews Drug Store
Paths to Wealth Through Self Discipline and Investment
The author contrasts two routes to riches. One argues selfish gain and mistrust as a path to wealth, while the other urges frugality in youth, mastering a trade, reinvestment, fair dealing, and prudent advertising. The piece ends with a self-aware note that the authors knew how it’s done but never started.
The Best Prescription for Malaria in Grove's Chill Tonic
Chills and fever are said to be relieved by Grove's Chill Tonic described as iron and quinine in a tasteless form. Advertised with the no cure no pay promise, the claim markets the tonic as a simple remedy for malaria symptoms.
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Grove
Indianapolis preacher ends remarks with Kipling quip
An Indianapolis preacher stirred his audience by concluding with I am sick of the whole damn business quoted from Kipling. His emphatic line drew strong reactions and a demand for more remarks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Kipling
Prominent Chicago Woman Praises Chamberlain Cough Remedy
Porf Roxa Tyler of Chicago vice president of the Illinois Woman's Alliance endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. She suffered a severe cold that risked pneumonia, tried various medicines, found them harsh, and notes immediate relief and full recovery after using Chamberlain's. Sold by Graham Drag Co.
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Chicago
Roxa Tyler
Ilinois Woman’s Alliance
Chamberlain
Graham Drag Co
Young men urged to value time and business chance
The piece warns that many youths prefer fashion over business. It notes monthly budgets where expenses exceed income and stresses that time belongs to employers. Profligacy with time and money leads to lost trust of businesspeople and inevitable misery.
The Mother's Favorite Remedy Promotion
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy named the mother's favorite and safe for children. It targets coughs, colds, scroop and whooping cough with no opium or injurious drug. Sold by Graham Drug Co with confidence for all ages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ty Graham Drug Co
Quay Re elected to Senate in Pennsylvania
Mr Quay has been re elected to the Senate and will be in his seat in a few days People of Pennsylvania did not think him proper for the exalted position yet did not believe his challengers were much better It was a case of two evils and Quay landed Poor old Pennsylvania.
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Bailey
Joseph W. Bailey
Texas
Father of Trusts
Texas Democracy
Austin
McFall
Prince
Committee of Investigation
Committee of Friends
McKinley
U.S. Senate
America
Weatherford Democrat
Quay
Senate
Pennsylvania
Cough Syrup Ad Promises Quick Cure and Savings
A colonial era style advertisement touts Dr Simmons Cough Syrup as a remedy for a lingering cough. The copy promises quick relief with fifty doses available for fifty cents and guarantees satisfaction.
Horace Chilton versus Joe Bailey in Texas Senate debate
The Review laments renewed Waters-Pierce stin k controversy timing and asserts Bailey’s likely election to the U S Senate. It argues the investigation only highlights Texas Democrats’ error in rejecting Horace Chilton for Bailey in the recent campaign.
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Bailey
United States Senate
Texas
Horace Chilton
Joe Bailey
Cieburne Review
Hunt's Lightning Oil Remedy Claims Quick Relief
The household remedy Hunt's Lightning Oil promises fast relief for all aches and pains with a satisfaction or money refunded guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hunt
Frank James Seeks Legislature After Defeat
Dallas News notes Frank James failed in his bid for sergeant at arms of the Missouri House. He believes the defeat reflected fear of public opinion. He announces another run for the Legislature, claiming he will be elected, arguing reform would preclude such a bid.
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Frank James
Missouri House of Representatives
Missouri
Dallas News
Deafness Cure Pioneer Donates to Institute in New York
A wealthy woman cured by Dr Nichol’s artificial ear drums donated 10 000 dollars to The Nicholson Institute in New York to provide free ear drums to deaf people unable to afford them. Address given as 12058, 780 Eighth Avenue.
Public figures and respect for presidents
The Abi line claims enthusiastic friends drum into Grover Cleveland’s ears his self-importance after two presidential elections. It argues this makes him look like an ass to Americans who respect former presidents. Gen Harrison is praised for a more dignified bearing and stronger influence.
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United States
Grover Cleveland
Democratic Party
Gen
Harrison
Abilene
Rheumatism relief offered by Chamberlain's Pain Balm
Sore and swollen joints with sharp pains and sleepless nights are blamed on rheumatism. The ad claims Chamberlain's Pain Balm has conquered it thousands of times and offers one application relief. For sale by Graham Drug Co.
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Chamberlain
Graham Drug Co
Indictments Return Against Louisville Hotel Proprietor and Saloonkeeper
Indictments have been returned against a Louisville hotel proprietor and a saloonkeeper charging them with conspiring to defraud insurance companies by taking out policies on a young man and then giving him whiskey and tempting him to take his own life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
Bucklen Arnica Salve Praised Worldwide Becomes Cure List
Advertising copy extolls Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the world's best healer for cuts corns burns bruises sores scalds boils ulcers felons aches and pains. Marketed as the only infallible pile cure at Handy and Matthews' drug store for 25 cents a box.
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Bucklen
Handy & Matthews’ Drug Store
Salt in Telegram Sparks Life Revival Theory
A Hamilton Ohio telegram reports that salt restored a dead man to life, fueling debate among Chicago scholars who claim common table salt holds a life elixir, suggesting the possibility may merit further study.
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Hamilton
Chicago
Leader and Commoner Subscriptions Offer
Advertised offer shows The Leader combining with William Jennings Bryan's Commoner. Subscriptions are accepted at $1.00 per year, or The Leader and The Commoner together for $1.75 per year.
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Leader
William Jennings Bryan
The
Commoner
Wanted capable reliable person in every county
A large financial company seeks a dependable representative in each county. The position offers a fixed salary of 936 dollars per year, paid weekly, plus 83 dollars per day as sure expenses, with no commissions. Salary is paid Saturdays and expenses advanced weekly. Address STANDARD Horse 334 Dearborn St Chicago.
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Dearborn St
Chicago
Griggsville Doctor Indicted Over Frying Pan Spanking
A Griggsville New Jersey physician faces an indictment after allegedly spanking his wife with a frying pan. The incident drew strong reactions and sparked calls for accountability in domestic disputes.
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Griggsville, N. J
Does It Pay If Dr Simmons Cough Syrup Fails
A customer-oriented note promises a refund of the purchase price if Dr Simmons Cough Syrup does not cure or satisfy. The offer emphasizes a money-back guarantee on tested relief.
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Dr. Simmons
Stone urges Democrats to become aggressive party
Ex Governor W J Stone spoke at the Jackson Day banquet in Kansas City urging the Democratic Party to be more aggressive and constructive, defend the Philippine policy and oppose Republican colonialism. He praised Cuba's future acquisition and criticized those who deserted the party in 1896 and 1900 for aiding the enemy, warning against seizing party organization.
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Kansas City
W. J. Stone
Republican
Cuba
Century-Old Foard County Woman Strachan Debuts Life Jan 10 1801
A Foard county Texas woman named Strachan marks a century of life begun January 10, 1801. Remarkably she did not know George Washington but attended a Lafayette reception in 1824, illustrating a span across eras and figures.
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Texas
Strachan
George Washington
Lafayette
Death of London’s famed Shyluck Samuel Lewis
Samuel Lewis of London, reputed as the greatest Shyluck living, has died. Strangely, he did not carry any of his questionably earned gains to the afterlife, leaving speculation about his fortunes and legacy.
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Samuel Lewis
London
Shyluck
The Grip in New York Epidemic Strikes Theaters
The Grip epidemic in New York reports over 500 900 cases in Greater New York City. The illness affects mainly those who go out at night, with theater attendance and business suffering as clerks and staff dwindle.
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New York
New York City
Parkhurst counsels focus on Croker over Tammany Hall
The Rev Dr Parkhurst of New York urges the public to direct its critique at Croker and Tammany Hall as the chief threat to municipal well being. He notes past attempts to eliminate both bosses failed and warns that this year Croker embodies legitimated criminality and organized beastliness in the ill omened name.
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Tammany Hall
Croker
Bose
Boer Invasion Advances Into Cape Colony
London reports five thousand Boers marching west from Vryburg toward the heart of Cape Colony. The Cape Town correspondent of the Daily Mail says they are moving on and may have captured all garrisons along their route.
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London
Vryburg
Cape Town
Daily Mail
Cape Colony
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