Madison county carries courthouse proposition by decisive margin
Madison County voters approved the courthouse measure by 46 to 274, with Jade Fox and county residents praised for their efforts. The Charleston Enterprise notes Mississipyi county faces a similar path as two thirds sign a petition to trigger an election on building the new courthouse, while unrelated remarks discuss politics and a court case in Arkansas with fragmented, garbled quotes.
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Madison County
Jade Fox
Charleston Enterprise
Mississigypi County
Admiral Dewey on Philippine question stirs debate
The London Daily News excerpts of Admiral Dewey describe his views on pacifying the Philippines and criticize Republican and Democratic reactions. The cable report, dated August 21, notes Dewey’s insistence on pursuing the Philippine issue and defends His views against critics. He asserts the need for a firm policy and declares his stance in the interview.
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Dewey
London Daily News
Lickniss
Wind
Dathy
Tas Sinew Vonohdd
Argune
Wil Mortal
Phiippine
Tie
Bryan
Admiral Dewey
Phil
Self government debate on Philippines autonomy and annexation
A fragmented discussion argues over Philippine self government and autonomy as a solution, noting few American supporters. The speaker urges a measured approach, preferring autonomy if war ends, and questions annexation while seeking a just resolution.
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Pilippines
Ameren
Vandiver Letter on Imperial Policy and Press Freedom
A lengthy letter from Hon. W. D. Vandiver discusses Congreve and editorials critical of imperial policy. He argues against domination by the United States over other nations, defends press independence, and condemns sovereignty claims wrapped in Christian civility. The piece critiques political figures and denounces governance methods, urging respect for free newspapers and democratic ideals.
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W. D. Vandiver
Congreve
Yardiver
Bainey
Tin Press
Imperialam
Silrinietmeiony
Roland Anil
Foe
Letitite
Aditera
Laakow
Wits
Hong
Nueaie
Wis
Ordar
Formfetfiers
George
Aolf-Seayornmient
Anc
Mion
United States
God
Molfinlay
Lot Marlen
Piani
Dishonest Commission Merchants Exposed in Times Upton Report
In a Jacksonville Times Upton expose, railroad officials and stockholders are implicated in defrauding straw county growers. The piece details how defective work increased costs and harmed Dereon growers while officials allegedly acted for rail interests. The report notes declines in Dereon’s acreage and hints at investigations spanning multiple regions.
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Times Upton
Jacksonville
Fragmented Market Fraud Details From Produce Trade Chaos
The excerpt describes strawberry dealers, with many unscrupulous, acting as curbstone traders who dump crates at shops or sell directly from cars. It notes other dishonest merchants report goods as bad orders and mail returns. An agent inspects arriving cars to log temperatures, analyzes remaining fruit, and records details impartially to aid disputes.
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Ain
Pds
Anteipoilios Soliert
Comair
Tinese Weber
Evan
Notable Speech Urges Defiance of Republican Attacks
A public speech condemns hostile labeling by Republican outlets over policy on Philippe and foreign conquests. It argues that terms like treachery aim to stifle discussion and mislead citizens about the party's aims, urging restraint and focus on core principles.
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Philippe Tele
Owen Tielttotens
Guesi
The Best Clothing Inventory Announcement
A notice invites readers to call in and view a fine line of clothing now carried. It touts having just received the largest and cheapest line of garments available locally.
Bargain Clothing and Oddities Amid Turbulent Times and Odd Notes
A fragmented item blends sales pitches for men boys and children’s clothing at notably low prices with garbled political and science musings. The readable portions tout Bollinger county clothier bargains and general merchandise, while stray passages touch on political rhetoric, circus travel plans, and farmer observations about Timothy grass and soil fertility.
Frightened by Night and Town News Notes
A fragment from a late 19th or early 20th century rural paper mixes a poem about fear of the dark with social notes. It mentions a boy narrator, prayers, and temptation, then shifts to local items: weddings, visits, shop changes, a protracted meeting, rain, harvest work, personnel movements, and small town gossip. The piece includes names like J. W. Ford, M. Drow, T. B. Drow, R. B. Martle, O. C. Lyerly, and references to Daisy, Marble Hall, and Cape Girardeau County, reflecting sparse community reporting.
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Mary Drow
Daisy
T. B. Drow
R. B. Martle
JW. Tritkey
T B. Denis
KW. Harris
D. R. Senbaagh
Hi Sharrock
Libertyville
O. CG. Lyerly
Sargent’s Chapel
Roan Smith
Albert Schuette
Cape Girardena
G. L. Chandler
Marble Hall
Mise Mattie
Dean B. Hill
Neathin Place
J. A. Russell
John A. Seabaugh
Patwon
Banday
H. W. Hahn
John Drum
Daisy, Me
Della Smith
Reading and thinking for themselves in 1900 campaign talk
A discussion notes that the party of trusts imperialism and the word standard will be buried. A. J. McMinn of Buchanan visited for several days with T. P. Perkins and J. C. Williams plans a trip to Hot Springs for health. James Sevbaugh and Charley King are listed on the puny list. Republican friends wonder what Democrats will say in 1900. Aleen Anoon.
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Party of Trusts
Imperialiam
A. J. McMinn
Buchanan
T. P. Perkins
J.C. Williams
Todtrt
Hot Springs
Ark
James Sevbaugh
Charley King
Aleen Anoon
Reunion Hymn At Heaven’s Throne In Lodge MO
A brief obituary style note from Lodge Missouri honors a loved one with a religious refrains about reunion in heaven. The text contemplates passing valleys of death and meeting on the other shore, reflecting faith and remembrance.
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Lodge
Hei Dav
A Woman's Witty Take on Love and Pride
A New York Press fragment humorously critiques female behavior in love and argument. It questions women’s vanity, respect for clever partners, and shifts in stance after disputes, ending with ironic observations on how opinions recur in future quarrels. The quirky phrasing underscores social attitudes of the era.
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Aowandan
Hafire
New York Press
A Tribute of Respect for a Faithful Church Member
A tribute notes the passing of a devoted church member, Annie B. Mes, highlighting her faithfulness, service, and love for the church. The obituary expresses sorrow, praise for her character, and comfort for surviving loved ones, mentioning ongoing religious commitments and community ties.
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Sanday
Annie Bo
Ofeo Ming
Vince Cronk
Public sale notice from Hillier County for delinquent tax deed
Delinquent tax sale listing concerns Hillier County properties. The notice cites required legal actions and authorizes the sale to satisfy unpaid taxes and penalties. Names and specifics are partially legible, but the core action is the county proceeding to convey title to the highest bidder to recover due amounts.
Trustiles Sale Prompted By Midland Deed Transfer
Fragmented OCR details a real estate conveyance dated September 1, 898 involving trustile sale terms. The document names multiple individuals and plots in Hollinger County, including a southwest quarter and a hotel quarter, with a complex chain of trust and pledge culminating in a recorded transfer to the named heirs and parties.
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Davi S
Maranda Chita
Mable Scholl Fund
Seid
Bullings
Sill
Sidion Thallen
Oliver
Salt Bons
Bollinger
Hill
Teer
Rierife
County of Bollinger
Mig Wim
Missouri
William B. Yount
Suite of
David Delaney
Dollis
Circuit Court
Bollinger County
August Nenninger
Hollinger
Marble Till
Hollinger County
Mixs
Anid Hollinger County
Suerifios Sak
Hollinger Cyamty Cheuly Gourt
A.D. Yn
Marehay
Firth Jay
The
Torn
Ciel Aciina
Thinry Cox
Cora BE. Furguson
Roy Furguson
Goondian
Curio Mey
Cora B. Furtpusoo
Rachel Jane Milman
Nettie Davis
Oife Davis
Het Winhand
Tue
T Walt
Marble
Minow
Bol
Alen
Sitio
Eale
Nensinge
Trustile
Wheneag
Wilson M. Tiffle
Mary J. Biffle
Nik
Hiul Cera
Seein
Ehewen
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Yellow Pine Lumber
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