Fragmented political chatter and notices in a 19th century column
A compact column parades editor notes, political squabbles, and social items. It mentions John 8 Hill as editor, an opposition to courthouse placement, tax deadlocks in Kentucky and Missouri, Dingley tariffs, Sewall’s reward, and a satire on intellectual effort among men. It also references Hornblower circulation, a Missouri medical meeting, and Olga of Greece amid Greece Russia tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berges
Thessalian
Olga
Greece
Russia
George
Ses
Political musings and depictions amid national tones
The text surveys political figures and issues, praising leaders while noting race and military service debates. It recalls Bollinger’s county standing, mentions buffalo gnats harming livestock near Memphis, and includes a portrait of Representative William H. Holman, highlighting his long tenure, governance role, and Indiana origins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Steele! Hollman
Indiana
Washington
D. C
Holman
House of Representatives
Democratic Party
Treasury
Mr. Holman
Dearborn County
Verestan
Then and Now Subscribers Continue Unless Notified
Brief notice states that subscribers who do not express a contrary intent are assumed to wish to continue their periodical subscription. It adds that those who order discontin uance of their periodicals trigger a formal cancellation process.
How to Find Out If Kidney Trouble Persists
A urine test method and description of kidney symptoms are given, followed by a promotion for Kilmer Swamp Root as a remedy. The ad claims the product relieves back pain and urinary issues, improves bladder control, and reduces nighttime urination. It promotes samples and pamphlets by mail from Dr Kilmer and Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N.Y
Stop a newspaper by not taking it from the post office
Instructions explain how subscribers can stop a paper by refusing to accept delivery at the post office. It cites legal opinions that nonpayment and failure to collect constitute prima facie fraud and urges readers to notify the postmaster to halt circulation, regardless of arrears or advance status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. G. Finney
Bollinger County Times
Collusion Specimen Ties In Local Newspaper Rates
Bollinger county taxpayers warned about an 1896 collusion pact between Lutesville Banner owner Thomas R. Green and Hollinger County Times owner J. G. Finney. The agreement covers shared type work, joint runoffs, and publication at set rates with warrants for payment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Een & Green
Lutesville
Grammer
Conrad
Marne Hunt, Mo
Thomas KR. Green
Lutesville Banner
J. G. Finney
Hollinger County Times
Bollinger County
Times
Banner Press
Thomas Rt. Green
Banner and Times
Thomas R. Green
Ems
Thomas B. Green
Thomas K. Green
Ocheting Liganees
United Confederate Veterans Reunion in Nashville 1897
General J B Gorpox requests national press aid to publicize the United Confederate Veterans reunion to be held in Nashville Tennessee on June 22, 23, and 24 1897. Col J B OBryan leads a capable committee promising comfort for veterans and visitors, with Nashville citizens eager to host the memorable event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Gorpox
United Confederate Veterans
Nashville
Tenn
J. B. O'Bryan
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John 8. Hill
Public Square
Sr. L
Senate
Kentucky
Mississippi
John Sherman
the Hornblower
Tax Southeast Missouri Medical Association
Fredericktown
The
Paris
Mr Sewall
Sone Idiot
America
Bollinger
Memphis
Army
Navy
Annapolis
Ohio
Academy
West Point
Chicago
Inter Ocean
Naval Academy
Congress
Lisher
Mar- Hill Press
Joe Vo
Ices
Robert Drum
General Merchandise
Lutesville Drug Store
Andy
GEO. E. Clark & Son General Hardware
Studebaker
Pittsburg
Big Muddy
Chicago and Texas Railroad
Goinean Chy T
Hermins
Prome
St. Lovie
Fas
G. P.M
Trowas R. Green
Smomvoshowe
Clerk County Court
Oun
S. Laxe
J. H. Butcher
C. Kander
Carbondale
Mt. Carbon
Murphysboro
Dally Aw Twailv
Daly Sanday
Dua If
Waae Tee Sheena
Sleepheahyerese
Ween
M&o
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