Notes and Comment on 1903 issues and developments
This column surveys diverse topics from eduction of steam thresher use in Palestine to deer protection laws in Massachusetts, survey success at Yellowstone Park, Minnesota iron ore and rail freight, and upcoming Republican National Committee plans. It covers Mexico’s move toward a vice presidency, Mrs. Quantrell’s Springfield burial, soil fertility contrasts north versus south, Saint Louis expo displays, anti live pigeon shooting trends, and football fatalities through November 15.
Mystery of Damaged Barley and Smoke Confusion
The report discusses higher fatalities and increased injuries while arguing the cause may not be smoke. It notes hazy conditions, possible volcanic dust, and a claim that atmospheric effects differ by district. A congressional resolution seeks to relocate Commodore John Paul Jones remains to Arlington.
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Des Moines Capital Offers $2.00 Year Subscription Bargain
Des Moines Daily Capital marks its sixth Bargain Day with a $2.00 yearly rate for 1904 available by mail on December 28. Current subscribers pay 52,061 while new year subscriptions deliver the Sentinel’s full AP news, markets, and late dispatches to readers statewide. The Capital promotes itself as a metropolitan evening paper with strong Iowa and world coverage.
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J.L, Taylor
Jeweler and Enevaver
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Hanna
Republican National Committee
Washington City
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Aequarium
Noa
Berry
A. H. Lomoke
Queen City
Missouri
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Sarre
GES
Gardner
Gardner & Masbrouck
Foriday Goods
Hutchinson & Son
Rand Lumber
Mm, Stoddard, Manager
R. King
H. Moore
T. Moore
Humeston State Bank
B. Kise
S. H. Moore
Ed. Williams
Samuel Williams
A.j.chapman
John McKibben
J.N. Norton
Iolduats
Withautes
Heath & Milligan
F. McWillians
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