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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1898
Page
5
The article discusses a political stance favoring Cuban independence and critiques ongoing governance in the Philippines. It mentions a proposed army strength, naval reductions, and debates over policy and imperial duties, reflecting partisan perspectives on empire and freedom.
A stream of OCR text traces wartime relief efforts and policy debates, mentioning American Red Cross aid, distribution under centralized control, and the impact of the war on farms and inland areas. It alludes to political figures, legislative actions, and strategic concerns without clear, cohesive narrative. The fragment hints at broader discussions of national defense funding, humanitarian aid, and interwar or wartime policy dynamics.
The document outlines a long joint resolution and communications from U.S. leaders. It discusses war progress in Cuba Puerto Rico and the Philippines and notes casualty figures. It references diplomacy with Spain Britain and Canada and mentions canal interests and Caribbean concerns.
A fragmented draft argues for redeeming United States notes in gold and prohibiting gold back notes from circulating except for redemption. It links the move to stabilizing currency amid banking pressure and outlines broader currency reform needs, including paper money adequacy and domestic industry needs. The text also notes forest preservation efforts and Interior Department patrols aiding resource protection, urging Congress to consider related proposals.
The advertisement asserts Allcock's plasters cure where others fail due to superior materials and a finer aromatic odor. It claims higher sales than all rivals combined and accuses imitators of copying only the appearance of Allcock's plaster.
The United States moved to formal war with Spain after Spain withdrew its Washington minister following Madrid’s view of the joint revolution as a de facto war declaration. General Woodford left Madrid April 21 after being asked for his passport. A blockade of Cuba’s northern coast was proclaimed April 21 and Congress declared war on April 25, with McKinley mobilizing forces and issuing neutral proclamations.
The article outlines U S aims in Cuba after the war with Spain, stressing continued military occupation until tranquillity and a stable government. It argues for a humane, nonrevengeful transition, forming a peaceful Cuban state under capable leaders, and notes cordial relations with other nations despite Latin American upheavals.
The Nicaragua canal commission led by Rear Admiral John G. Walker, appointed July 24, 1897, under the sundry civil act, nears completion of its study on a Nicaraguan inter oceanic canal route. Findings on route feasibility and cost will be presented amid overtures from Nicaragua and Costa Rica concerning new canal concessions.
Secretary of the Treasury reports fiscal year ending June 20 with total receipts of 40631 835 and expenditures of 44468 582. Customs receipts 149575062 and internal revenue 170900641. Imports and exports figures, per capita circulation, and gold holdings grow, signaling strengthened national credit amid war resources.
The document discusses the April 26 18 act approving army expansion to 62000 regulars, with future adjustments by the president, and outlines pensions and disbursements for 1898. It notes appropriations from 1898 and 1848 acts, total available pension funds, and new pensioners added by congressional acts, totaling 6488.
The note discusses November 1 1898 with a rate of 635 percent and compares it to 16.96 percent on November 1 1887, indicating a substantial change in currency certificates and fractional silver coin values. The reference mentions starchard silver dollars and related denominations.
The Department of Agriculture has engaged in global seed and plant exploration to expand markets for U S surplus products. It studies semi arid region forestry, forest fires, water use laws, and conducts nationwide experiments on sugar beets. Annual funding totals 1 12 million, with $720000 federal and $400000 state matching support. Sugar factories have doubled in two years.
President McKinley urges national focus on steamship lines and postal service to Cuba Puerto Rico and the Philippines as he backs a commission for sanitary studies. The message emphasizes increased commerce naval manpower and public health measures amid wartime acquisitions and new duties for the United States in the Caribbean and Pacific regions.
The government notes a long history since the citys founding and the archives move to a national capital site. Citizens seek congress approval for ceremonies and funding, while reaffirming US readiness to participate in international conferences and settlements involving Russia Switzerland Turkey and colonial disputes.
The House approved a large war funding package totaling 6.5032 million dollars for defense and naval establishments, including a reappropriation not immediately available. The plan follows measures to reorganize the military and support ongoing wartime expenses.
The advertisement warns that most backache and urinary problems originate in the kidneys and promotes Doan's Kidney Pills as a cure. It cites Geo. M. Gould of 1615 Second Avenue praising the remedy after four years of intermittent back pain and kidney trouble, bought at Wm. Clendenin's drug store. Sold by all dealers 50 cents, Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY. Remember the name Dean's.
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