22 Oct 1896
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Newspaper
Massillon Independent
Location
Massillon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1896
Page
1
A column extols Self Interest as the guide to profit when choosing where to buy Dry Goods at the lowest prices. The writer notes that the instinct to seek the best value leads shoppers to compare options, promising that prudent choice yields gain in purchasing.
A 1896 dry goods feature urges shoppers to test the store on price and fairness. It promises earnest merchandising over talk and big figures, stressing personal interest and savings. Hundreds of styles in silks, wraps, and dress goods are highlighted for smart buyers.
Advertises American dress fabrics and novelty woolens at 50c 75c 85c and 1.00 per yard with widths 42 to 54 inches. Free samples of fabrics including new Black Goods and Silke available. Catalogue and Winter Wraps information provided free. Highlights that these are the best of their kind sold at fair profits and convincing prices.
An 1896 Massillon notice promotes Dr Pierce s Favorite Prescription for women s ailments including backache nervousness and uterine debility. The page also lists unclaimed letters and a brief reminder about Thomas Eclectric Oil for sprains and bruises common to athletes and bicycle riders.
Alumni Day marked Princeton College sesquicentennial with a poem by Rev Dr Henry Van Dyke and an oration by Prof Woodrow Wilson. Football showcase between Princeton and the University of Virginia, torchlight procession, and arrival of President Cleveland expected. Patton preached opening sermon and Walter Damrosch performed last night.
Reports from Key West describe a fiery clash between General Fitzhugh Lee United States consul general and General Weyler over plans to seize a Mexican named Fernandez aboard the American ship Vigilancia. The tale weighs significance beyond the facts.
William J. Bryan drew large enthusiastic crowds in Youngstown and Steubenville with stops at Bellaire Bridgeport Rochestern and Toronto among others. He defended his financial policy against Republican rivals and faced mixed reactions from local supporters and opposing banners.
The market shows renewed strength with wheat closing a cent higher after a 31/8 cent rise. New York demand and Spain sales propelled December futures to 863 1/4 cents, while London reports a broker noting continued scarcity, speculation, and potential further gains if Russia withholds supplies. Local fire at Whitmore, Robnson & Co. steelware plant in Akron wipes out $209,000 in value. A czarist visit to Wiesbaden, with Grand Duke Sergius and the Grand Duke of Hesse, ends at the station with Russian uniforms on display.
Washington Oct 21 It is stated there has been no change in the U S policy toward Cuba and no intervention is contemplated. Officials emphasize diligence to prevent hostile expeditions and to uphold international law while denying Spain claims for damages from filibustering. The Windom sealed orders are for secrecy at sea.
The National Alliance seeks top counsel for Edward J Ivory of New York, arrested on suspicion of involvement in a dynamic plot. A demand for his discharge is anticipated when the case returns to court Friday. President Lyman cabled London and Secretary of State oint to ensure full citizenship rights and action.
Washington Oct 21 Archbishop Ireland denies a Rome dated dispatch claiming the pope vexed with his political stance. He states there is no truth to the report and that his previous letter on the matter remains in force, with developments reinforcing his position.
Atlanta report says the Democrat and Populist committees could not reach a compromise on electors. Populists demanded all 13 for Watson and Bryan, ignoring Sewall. a chairman’s representative admitted misunderstanding the Populists’ wishes and suggested a division.
General Harrison spoke to about 2,000 in Evansville after touring from Indianapolis, defending his past stance on silver and attacking the Chicago platform's federal interference plank. He warned Bryan’s endorsement could threaten national powers and the president’s duty to enforce laws across all states.
Ex President Harrison spoke at Scribner park to about ten thousand New Albany Republicans. He denounced Bryan as a quack and urged votes for a candidate aligned with pre-1892 conditions, addressing workers hurt by suspensions in local enterprises. Wheat prices fell nearly two cents as trading opened.
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