Senator Butler's Prophecy Opens Democratic Rifts
The Sioux Falls Argus Leader reports ex Senator Marion Butler argues that Bryan democrats will not back Hill, labeling him nearly republican on key issues. Butler emphasizes the Chicago platform planks on free silver, free trade, and court politics as the true test of democracy for 1904.
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Marion Gatler
Bryan Democracy
David B. Hill
Hill
McKinley
Hanna
Mr. Butler
Kansas City
Chicago
Bryan
Butter
Butler
Australian tax system influence on American reform
The Minneapolis Tribune notes a Colorado tax commission study of Australian and New Zealand tax laws. Chairman Jas W Bucklin promotes land value taxation as practical, citing Australia’s experience and aligning with Henry George ideas. He traveled 24 60 miles to study conditions and hopes Colorado adopts the system to ease fiscal strains.
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Minneapolis Tribune
Colorado
Tax Commission
New Zealand
Australia
Jas. W. Bucklin
Australasia
Cairman Bucklin
Henry George
Bucklin
Australian land value tax praised as best fiscal measure
The Colorado commission backs land value taxation as effective, with Bucklin declaring it the greatest fiscal success. The tax ranges from two to five miles on assessed value, though data on other property rates is unclear. If satisfactory to the people, total taxation may not rise.
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Colorado Commission
Bucklin
Dr King Life Pills Promise Clear Skin and Health
A vintage advert claims Dr King Life Pills regulate the liver purify the blood and improve complexion. It promises a wretched sallow look to vanish with rosy cheeks and a rich glow, selling for 25e at S H Scallin's drug store.
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Dr. King
New Life
S. H. Scallin
Depositors Receive Funds as Court Allows Execution
J L Hannett, attorney for combined creditors of the Bank of Plankinton, says he secured a circuit court execution for Wayne Mason against the bank. The $10,099 order targets funds held by the receiver, with levy to be served by the sheriff. Funds are believed sufficient to satisfy the claim against Bartow and Stevens as well.
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J. L. Hannett
Tme
Bank of Plankinton
Republican Today
Wayne Mason
Hannett
Circuit
Messrs. Bartow
Stevens
Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup Offers Fifty Years Help
An old trusted remedy used by millions of mothers for teething pain. It soothes, softens gums, relieves wind colic and diarrhea, and tastes pleasant. Sold by druggists worldwide at twenty five cents a bottle. Be sure to ask for Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup and take no other kind.
City bike ordinance limits sidewalk riding downtown
The city council adopted Sec 37 prohibiting bicycle or similar vehicles on Main Street sidewalks with dismount rules for approaching pedestrians. Sec 38 requires riders to carry a light at night. Violations carry fines from five to fifty dollars. Opinion favors enforcement via a wheelmen’s protective association. Mayor notes similar laws in other towns and support for Mitchell.
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Mainstreet
Bee
Luan Main Street
Foley Kidney Cure Claim From Mt Sterling Letter
A. H. Davie of Mt Sterling Iowa reports two years of kidney trouble ended by Foley's Kidney Cure said to be a permanent remedy. The claim appears in a letter from Davie.
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A. H. Davie
Mt. Sterling
Foley
H Sceallin
Retrospective mood on Mitchell newspaper’s anniversary
Bret Bowen recalls the Mitchell Daily Republican’s 19th year, praising its growth and Dakota’s development. He reflects on pioneer days, the Jim River valley, and the rise of a prosperous community as the paper notes its improved status and prospects. The piece ends with an advertising note for Burdock Blood Bitters.
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Sioux Malls
Republican
Sunday Press
Mitchell Daily Republican
Mitchell
The
Jim
Dakota
Bowen
Whooping Cough Cure Praised in Danville Letter
Mrs. O. E. Dutton of Danville Illinois writes that both her children suffered from whooping cough. A small bottle of Foley's Honey and Tar cured the cough and saved a doctor’s bill. The letter is attributed to 8S H Scallin.
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O. E. Dutton
Danville
Ill
Foley
University seeks work options for student expenses
President Graham announces a long list of hopeful entrants to college and asks for information on places where worthy youths can work to cover part of their costs. The notice notes a fall term with classes starting September 18 and mentions Graham’s recent visit to Redfield. It also includes an endorsement of Foley's Kidney Cure by S H Seatlin of Lima, Ohio.
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Graham
Redfield
Fiona
Lima
Foley
S H Seatlin
Stone work begins on University Twentieth Century Memorial Hall
On Tuesday morning stone masons started dressing foundation material for the University Twentieth Century Memorial hall. Gottlieb Scheurenbrand owns the stone contract and will push to complete as much as possible before cold weather. President Graham hopes the first story is done before winter and plans to resume in spring to finish the building for fall opening, signaling growth and potential need for another similar edifice.
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Memorial Hall
Gottlieb Scheuerenbrand
Graham
Health and harmony claims for Bradfield Regulator
An advertisement extols Bradfield's Female Regulator as the safe cure for leucorrhea, womb weakness, nervousness, headaches, and general female weakness. It urges silent suffering women to seek the medicine, promising dramatic results and offering a free illustrated book from The Bradfield Regulator Co of Atlanta. The item also notes a brief Chicago Post gag about a stage career.
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Bradfield
Why He Was Running
A Denver Times era anecdote describes a tramp running across a meadow with a brindle dog in pursuit. When questioned why he ran, he says the dog is too fat and he is giving it exercise.
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Denver Times
Pepprey and Nudel Discuss Perpetual Why
Pepprey notes some people never accept a fact and endlessly ask why and wherefore. Nudel agrees and wonders why it is, highlighting a stubborn insistence on questioning.
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Sen. Nudel
Pepprey
Nudel
Appreciation and playful exchanges in Chicago News
Mrs Blank thanks for meals, and Weary Wackford responds with a hint about a cooking position and a possible recommendation. The exchange appears in a Chicago newspaper item, reflecting light domestic humor and local tone.
What Are All Those Flags Made Of
A fragment from a 19th century periodical features a boy asking a question about the composition of United States flags and an adult reply about materials. The text includes stray dialect, a rebuke about rebates, and a philosophical aside on judging people by appearances, with a concluding note crediting Ada CG Sweet in a women’s magazine.
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Clarence
United States
Bintiog
Noel Uapea
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