17 Jul 1896
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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1896
Page
1
A Des Moines dated report from July 11 1896 describes harvest prospects across northern central and southern districts with rust concerns in spring wheat and steady corn, plus notes on dry weather and pasture needs. Local items mention visits Ball games campaigns and political commentary around the Chicago convention and silver debate with figures like Bryan Boies and Van Wagenen.
The piece speaks of divine guidance amid 1881 to 1885 strife, blaming populism for misdeeds and warning that only sacrifice can purge the party. It notes divisions over free silver, Teller's withdrawal from the Republicans, and Omaha’s mail-order business courses as evidence of broader currents.
Notices list rail excursion sales via Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul to Omaha and St Paul with fare details for numerous conventions in August 1894 including Republican League and Grand Army of the Republic. tickets on sale dates and return rules. Also brief health and medicine ads note DeWitts Colic cholera cure and Bucklen’s Arnica Salve with seller Anderson & Knapp.
A brief note from the American Business College of Omaha Nebraska announces a free course offer during a teachers’ conference held at the Mail Department. A practical business education is promoted through instructors and business branches within the college.
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