Pettigrew plan would end Philippine campaign or apologize to world
The Argus Leader denounces Pettigrew for proposing immediate recall of US troops from the Philippines and an apology to rebels. It accuses him of disloyalty and predicts harm to American credibility and eastern trade. The piece contrasts Bryan’s silence with Pettigrew’s bold but controversial stance.
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Argus
Philippines
Bryan
Sioux Falls
Pettgrew
Pettigrew
Mr. Pettigrew
Associated Press
Chicago
Morases
United States
Why We Fight Why We Fight War Analysis
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat argues the war arose from urgent need after Filipino forces pressed our positions near Manila. Our line defenses were challenged and our flag fired upon, making hostilities unavoidable before any treaty with Spain settled the Philippines.
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St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Spain
Senate
Manila
Philippines
Bryan Captures the Octopus at Tipton Iowa
W. J. Bryan, single handed, subdued a metaphorical octopus representing trusts in Tipton Iowa. The article credits Bryan with a simple, decisive method for controlling trusts, contrasting it with others who failed to tame the foe.
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W. J. Bryan
Mr. Bryan
Tipton
Iowa
Brer Whitcher’s War Record and Alaska Trip Controversy
The three column Gazette critique centers on Brer Whitcher staying in Mitchell instead of going to war. It notes his long wait for a captaincy and links his decision to an expected Alaska trip, suggesting a deep blow from missing the opportunity to serve.
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Brer
Whitcher
Gazette
Mitchell
South Dakota
Whiteher
Washington Aguinaldo Parallel Questioned
The passage argues it is an error to equate George Washington with Emilio Aguinaldo and to assume assassinations or parallel actions of commanding generals.
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George Washington
Washington
Aguinaldo
Bryan Urged to Speak Less or Get a New Speech
The Chattanooga Times advises that Mr. Bryan should either curb his remarks or prepare a fresh address. The paper notes he has not yet given a speech explaining the Nebraska mortgage cancellations in relation to the rejection of free silver.
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The
Chattanooga Times
Mr. Bryan
Nebraska
Blunt Advocate Praises Fox on Philippine Mismanagement View
Sioux Falls Press representative M L Fox writes from Manila that the military situation is as understood as possible enjoying modest praise for Dewey Otis and the Philippines. Sioux City Journal notes Freedom’s July 1 editorial attacking traitors and urging Tagals to read it to see the faith and folly of insurrection.
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Manila
M. L. Fox
Sioux Falls Press
Philippines
Dewey
Otis
Sioux City Journal
Freedom
Spread Eagle
United States
Tagals
Watertown Welcomes Manila Volunteers After Homecoming
A Watertown resident recalls a grand homecoming Monday as four volunteer soldiers from Co. H Manila, Sgt Schull Cpl Whaley Jenkins and Pvt Morrison greet 2,500 plus locals at the depot. Mayor Cluttor gave a welcome speech while the Arcade hosted a public reception with patriotic speeches and bands.
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Watertown
Manila
Schull
Whaley
Jenkins
Morrison
Co. H
Cluttor
County Equalization Raises Davison 10 Percent
County commissioners after equalizing local assessments raised Davison county values by 10 percent to 2 273 354. State board adjustments lifted statewide valuations from 118 126 593 to 146 333 912, with most counties gaining 1 to 70 percent except Yankton which was reduced 34 percent due to cash value assessments.
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State Board of Equalization
Davison County
Yankton County
A Word to Mothers on Chamberlain Cough Remedy
Mothers of children with croup or severe cold are urged to use Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. It contains no opiate or narcotic and is safe for babes and adults. The remedy has national and international approval. Sold by L. O. Gale at his drug store as a selling agent for Beggs' Diarrhoea Balsam.
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San Francisco
Labor Council
Lee
Tom Ayres
War Department
South Dakota
Worl Erner
United States
L. O. Gale
L.O. Gale
Ely
ELY Brothers
Warren Street
New York
Bargain piano and organ sale by H G Nichols
I have several second hand pianos and organs which I will sell at 8 bargain, H. G. NICHOLS, General Music dealer.
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H. G. Nichols
General Music
Grain House on Market Ready to Buy Grain
W B Tobey owner of the Mitchell Rice Grace grain house announces readiness to pay the highest market price for all grain and seeds. The firm also offers best grades of hard and soft coal and advertises reliable scales with the motto honest weights and honest prices. James A Grace, Agent.
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W.B. Tobey
Mitchell
Rice
Grace House
O. K
James A. Grace
Beggs Hair Renewer for Dandruff Control
An advertisement urges use of Beggs Hair Renewer as an elegant dressing for dandruff after grooming, noting sale availability through L O Gale.
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L O. Gale
Beggs Cherry Cough Syrup Promises Asthma Relief
An advertisement touts Beggs Cherry Cough Syrup as giving instant relief for asthma and claims eventual cure. It is offered for sale by L. O. Gale with a guarantee of effectiveness.
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L. O. Gale
Twins Born to Warfield Couple Near City
Born to Mr and Mrs Warfield five miles west of this city on Wednesday August 30 1899 the couple welcomes twins two boys in size and health good news for local families and neighbors.
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Warfield
Warren Warfield
An Interesting Experiment Proving Earth Rotation
A reader describes a device using a water bowl and lycopodium powder to show the earth’s rotation. A straight charcoal line laid north to south on powder shifts westward relative to a parallel object after several hours, suggesting water moved with Earth while surface powder lagged behind.
Snow Hurricane of the Pamirs Described
A pamphlet-like note cites the buran or snow hurricane of the Pamirs as a meteorological phenomenon. It reports temperatures as low as 45 degrees below zero in January 1893 and as low as 14 degrees in midsummer, with sudden onset and dark whirling snowflakes before a clear sky.
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Pamirs
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
How They Managed It
A Chicago Times-Herald quotation describes convincing a husband to take a treatment to curb drinking. The exchange notes prior denial of addiction but highlights the persuasive method used to induce him to accept help.
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Chicago Times-Herald
Steam Extracts Splinter With Wide-Mouthed Bottle
A method describes using two thirds boiling water in a wide mouthed bottle held over a splinter on flesh. Steam creates suction drawing out the splinter with slight pressure, easing inflammation quickly.
Glove Silver in Medieval English Service Traditions
Glove silver was a medieval English custom where servants received money to buy gloves on Lammas day. The practice tied to the bank holiday and reflected social arrangements of service and payments in that era.
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England
No to the kiss scene from New England bred heroine
A Detroit Journal excerpt presents a dramatic exchange where a man pleads and seals the woman’s lips with kisses. She rejects him with a blend of pity and scorn, asserting her firm stance born of New England upbringing.
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New England
Detroit Journal
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Crnsk
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Sselibing
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Hayfever
L. Pierce
Kid Ladies
A. T. McGovern & Son's
Gillis Shoe Company
WM. Koch
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