Kansan Journal 1900 Front Page Controversies
The Lawrence Journal reviews national and local issues with a skeptical tone. It discusses Wichita denials, Croker's New York politics, Lincoln’s horse changing remark, and international tension involving England Germany and France. It notes a congressman’s death, socialist fears, Topeka’s appointed official, and Funston’s Manilla river crossing. The piece ends with commentary on fiscal policy, party debts, and congressional duties amid looming war and national concerns.
The President and Congress Review of Government
The President urges Congress to review the nation’s past year, stressing clear information for public uses. It discusses Chinese relations, trusts, Philippine policy, rural free delivery growth, and warnings against overexpansion, urging restraint and prudence ahead of hard times.
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Maneceesery
Gil Memmges
Tim
Congress
Bia
Hoe
Bosm Oatab Habed
Asa
Nahon
Bao
The Stimulus of Pure Blood Becomes Vital to Body Function
A dubious health claim promotes a tonic as essential for every organ, claiming it prevents biliousness dyspepsia constipation and a range of ailments while promising restored vitality. Patient anecdotes describe improved strength after using the product.
Bryanitis and Bryantized Weather and Ads Report
A 1900 weather summary from Kansas University notes November's mean temperature slightly above average, with low winds and little measurable snow. Rainfall was below average, overall yearly rainfall above prior decades, and humidity elevated. The piece also includes a long, non-cohesive mix of advertisements and notices offering tonic remedies, electric oils, and patent medicines alongside scattered business references and partial foreign news snippets.
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University of Kensas
Oneer
Maan Temperaturs
Ata Pa
P.m
S. E
N. W
Delays in Paving Contracts Attributed to Brick Shortage
A. Mooros of the Lawhume Vipertied Company says paving progress in Lawrence is hampered by brick shortages with 300000 bricks piled in a yard. Contractors claim delays, but officials suspect other reasons. Streets including Mamachosaits and Louisiana are progressing slowly, with material and team shortages noted amid recent pleasant weather. The Yarnondt School report shows 45 pupils enrolled, 33 average attendance, and several students with perfect or high attendance. A note lists staff and a Thursday Dec 28 visit by Prof. Samuella at the Eldridge house in Lawrence.
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A. Mooros
Wsid
Thare
Lawrence
Bern Thore
Gould
Louisiana Street
al Aport
Yarnondt
Yaraola
Ollows
Elizabeth Ica
Ola
M. A. Chapman
McKinley and Roosevelt Triumph in 1900 Election
The article declares McKinley and Roosevelt won a decisive victory in the 1900 election, extending Republican gains in the House and Senate. It rebukes Bryan and Bryanism, questions free trade, and praises renewed national prosperity, confidence, and stable governance under the Republican ticket. The tone champions the national verdict as a call for continued prosperity and prudent policy.
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McKinley
Roosevelt
United States
Brymo
Horse of Representatives
Senate
Bryan
The Fall of Brooklyn Bridge Electrolysis Threatens Cables
The Brooklyn Bridge cables suffer from electrolytic weakening as live wires erode anchorages at an estimated nine tons yearly. The piece warns closure or collapse is possible if unchecked, while also promoting Hoetters Stomach Bitters for digestive issues.
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Brooklyn Bridge
Hoatetter
PITY AND BEAUTY A plea for care for a starving baby
A stark appeal describes a malnourished child losing fat and color, living on stored fat and facing death. It urges quick aid and mentions Scott's Emulsion cod liver oil as a vital fat source, with address hints for HCDT'T & MOWNE in New York.
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Scott
Pedrlstreet
New York
Automobiles Shock Madison Square Show With Electric Vehicles
A small electric runabout weighing 720 pounds carries 10 cells and achieves 20 to 24 mph on roads. The Winton car from Cleveland NY and others showcase advanced tires and higher mileage concepts. A war vehicle demo uses a steam powered, four seat design piloted by Eddie McDuttie. An electric hydrant system to power cars via a coin activated plug is introduced in New York City.
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Madison Square Garden
New York Tribune
Lave Imade
Cleveland
New York
Lhe
Walter ©. Baker
Edwin Adams
Eddie McDuttie
Meing
Kingsmins Point
War Department
New York City
Medicines and remedies advertised in Pittsburg News
An advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as the best medicine, promising cures others fail at and claiming pain relief with Chamblain's Pain Balm. It asserts sturdy claims about rheumatism, chest pains, and lame back, urging readers to buy from local druggists.
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Hood
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