McKinley era taxes and war debates echo in press
The piece surveys Allied and American views on the Philippine War era taxes and tariff debates, noting Beecher’s and other editorials. It references the Milwauke Journal stance on a captured Civil War flag, questions on Foraker and patriots, and critiques of England’s peace terms while calling attention to global market influences on U.S. prices. It ends with a local notice about the A B Caplinger livery firm books and a debt settlement request.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jiegupnst McKisney
Milwaukae Journal
Foraker
Cleveland
Glorious news from Dr Cargile on a cure
A Waabits, I T writer reports that Electric Bittera cured Mrs Browar of a long running serofuls condition. Terrible sores once plagued her body but are now healed, with her health improving markedly after the treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. B. Cargile
Waabits
I.T
Honest Labor Bears a Lovely Face in Praise of Sarsaparilla
An old advertisement extols the virtue of honest toil and pure blood, claiming Hood's Sarsaparilla strengthens the body and supports daily work. Testimonial from Tattie J. Taylor of Woodstown MN cites improved vigor after taking the medicine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hood
America
Tattie J. Taylor
Woodstown
J. Apanill Binly Chu
Kern Is It Nominated For Indiana Governor On First Ballot
In Indianapolis Tud., Kern was nominated for Indiana governor on the first ballot at the Democratic State Convention. The platform committee worked all night. Senator Sinvely asked that his name not be presented. Allen county gave Kern 29 votes amid excitement. an attempted stampede to Shiveley failed. Kern’s acceptance speech drew Bryan into his first major convention ovation with cheering and hats in the air.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Tud
Kern
Indiana
P. Sinvely
Allen County
Esther
Shiveley
Khorn
Bryan
Navy extends North Atlantic Squadron mobilization
Washington reports the Navy Department orders mobilization of the North Atlantic Squadron at Newport. Battleships Indiana Musanghu Volta Kearnargo join the squadron from Brooklyn Navy Yard. Possible Mediterranean deployment to counter European actions amid tensions in China and Spain. Secretary Stayton notes grave conditions and adherence to Congo requests.
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Washington, D. C
Navy Department
Newport
Indiana
Musanghuvolta
Newport News
Kearnargo
Brooklyn Navy Yard
Jung
China
Ibia
North Atlantic
Mediterranean
Romain Ob Manenls
Remoy
Kemplave
Congor
A Wealth of Beauty Promised by Bucklin Salve
A vintage advertisement touts Bucklin's Arnica Salve as a cure for pimples eruptions burns boils and skin flaws. Sold by Dr Burke's Spear Street Drug Store with a 25 cent price and a guaranteed claim.
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Bucklin
Arnan
Dr. Burke
Jsaat Sida
Prescription service promises accuracy and specialty compounding
The notice advertises a pharmacy claiming precision in filling prescriptions with a special line of specialty compounds and a focus on pure drugs. It emphasizes careful handling of medications and a refined selection, though some phrases are garbled.
Missouri Dems Nominate Strong Ticket At Convention
The Missouri Democratic party named a strong ticket with Alexander Dockery as Governor and Sam Cook as Secretary of State. J. Crow was chosen Attorney General and R. Williams State Treasurer. Jos Harrington won Railway and Warehouse Commissioner, while James Reed, William Rottiwell, and James Stobart named to central committee leadership. Delegates praised the lineup as the party prepared to campaign amid sultry heat and a unified front.
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UE Pull Wickeet
Alexander M. Doakery
Gallatin
John A. Lee
St. Louis
Sam B. Cook
Mexico
Alberto, Alien
New Madrid
J. C. Crow
Webb City
R. P. Wiliama
Puyaote
Jos. Harrington
Sodalin
at-Largo
James A. Reed
Kansas City
William A. Rottiwell
Moberly
James M. Stobart
Cape Girardeau
State Central Committee
Alexander Monroe Dockery
Sam 13
Cook
Suto
C. Crow
Genera
Albert O. Allen
Li. P. Willian
Howard
John A. Teo
Wid Joe Herrington
Potts
Jus. M. Laisbert
Sto
T ' Er Ee
Gutta Percha in the Philippines A New Wealth Source
An 19th century monograph notes the Philippines can cultivate gutta percha producing trees, offering a remedy to shortages in Sumatra and Borneo. The material, crucial for electrical insulation and golf balls, could spark American enterprise gains as demand grows with new cable projects.
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Nich
Philippines
Bia
Cio
Sumatra
Borneo
Bmck
Willityackoon Hooker
Ernest Werner von Siemens
Ancient Egypts Butcher Tales Echo Modern Slaughterhouses
The fragment recounts early Egypt's meat trade practices with knives and steel, leather tanning, and cattle fraud myths. It mentions famed figures and markets from Damascus to Pharaohs, hinting at a long history of cattle handling and speculative tricks, ending with a note on refrigerated beer and embalming rumors.
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Egypt
Menes
Alix
Auit
Jacob
Iinhan
Toesph
Apophex
Éouras
Damascus
Abraham
Vapor Baths Offered by Mrs W H Doughty at 500 Went Rolling
Mrs W H Doughty of 500 Went Rolling street announces vapor baths with assistance from Miss Macy York. The notice mentions new treatment options and invites local residents to inquire at the residence for service details and scheduling.
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Doughty
Rolling Street
Mian Macy York
Tor Lading
Olne Eaedianys
Burlington Route Adds New Through Northwest Train Service
The Burlington Northern Pacific expresses a daily through service from Kansas City and St. Joseph to Nebraska, Denver, Utah, the Pacific Coast, and Northwest Montana Washington Oregon via Billings and Ogden. It promises swift travel times to Puget Sound and Central Montana, with through sleepers dining cars and standard amenities. A weekly California excursion and an enhanced Chicago St. Louis service are also noted under manager notices.
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Lrausin
Portland
Puget Sound
Burlington Northern Pacifico Express
Kanaan City
St Joseph
Juincotn
Noriswont
Nebraska
Black Hille
Wacoming
Nontiin
Warhisntor
Seattle
Oregon
Billings
Montana
Northwest
Milwau
California
Colorado
Eixpress
Lauras City
St. Jouwsph
Mubravka
Utah
Chicago
St. Louis
Onan
St. Paul
Minneapolis
Raygiou
J. Burov
Asi Munsi
Gon P. A
Kununs City
St Louis
Tlowany Buiarr
Geo't
Sir Joseph
Theas
Kansas City
Coronado Fuven
Kauass City
Sisma Nevara
Cary
Q. W
Southern Pacific
S—W. B.A
G. Pla
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THA
Democrat Publishing Co
Morealt
Te Lown
Ren
Raruky, Boe
A. Lowell
Keeley
Managera
Ared Porwonk
Mao
Rovers
Pretoria
Iast
2Ingland
Ingland
Indis
Europa
United States
Helena
Europe
McKinley
Liverpool
MccKinley
Springfield
Srefreal
Notover
Aloro
Tyr St. Joseph Gazette
Beatty
A B. Caplinger
Seid
God
Hava Cosis
W. M. Sears
J. P
Democrats
WAR
John F
Prasorr
Missouri
W. A. Rothwell
Herrington Newbased Tor Railroad
Williams
Bolte
Allen
Democatic Party
Minxouri
Philippine Islands
the Shines
Olney
Teegienk
M. X. Faindank Company
Inna
BT Cena
Mew Yura
Ms Fis md Pee Toh
J.P. Sparks
Tae Roe Livery Barn
Ind
Little Polk
Gaby
Burlington
Sabourad
Amient Trench
Hileroben
Sans Kew
Sutherland Sisters
Danny Tomsan Francisco
G. E. Greene
Firy
Tornado Insurance
Purytur
Withawr Street
Caltak
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