McKinley victory linked to farm prosperity in 1896 convention
The 1896 Republican convention framed the campaign as a clash over currency and protection. Farmers faced deep distress as foreclosures and low farm values haunted rural areas. McKinley’s nomination promised sound money and jobs, and Western farming states swung to his favor, signaling improved farm staple prices and rural prosperity after his renomination.
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McKinley
Senator Pettigrew Dies Amid Loud Fallout and Attacks
A political figure named Pettigrew faced a controversial end described as a blaze of noise and misrepresentation, reflecting heated public dispute and partisan confrontations surrounding his legacy.
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Stop the Prosperity Party Faces Tough Ballot Test
The stop the prosperity party is unlikely to gain traction at the ballot box as voters show limited support and organizers struggle to rally backing ahead of the election. The party faces challenges in mobilizing volunteers and defining a clear platform for constituents.
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Stop-The-Prosperity Party
Leaders Risks Theme in Boxers and Boers Debate
The remark suggests Democratic leaders favoring a shift in foreign policy or rhetoric by embracing Boxer New Line while downplaying the Boers, implying a political calculation or stance within the party.
Sulzer Plans Open Headquarters in Kansas City
Mr Sulzer announces he will open headquarters at Kansas City. He notes his offices are always open when he is engaged in talking, signaling readiness for public remarks and continued outreach.
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Kansas City
Political Blame Game and Campaign Snares Across States
The piece surveys electoral math in Oregon and crop labor needs in Kaneasie, notes New York Democrats tapping a New Jersey dodge, mocks Suter and Lentz for missing Jerry Simpson, and critiques Dems over foreign questions, Goebel repeal, and ship monopolies. It hints James Creelman as potential Secretary of State and reflects on Hearst’s rising political profile.
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James Creelman
Oregon
Idaho Democrats Endorse Steunenberg Amid Riots Report Refutation
The Idaho Democratic Party endorses Governor Steunenberg, presenting a direct counter to the Democratic Members of the House Committee on Military Affairs report on the mining riots. The endorsement frames the committee report as misleading and aims to reinforce state leadership during the unrest.
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Free Ship Plank Hinted Again at Democratic Convention
Four years after a free traders effort at the Democratic national convention, better counsel triumphed and the plank was tabled. This year Senator James K. Jones leads a new push to bind Democracy to free American registry of foreign ships, mainly British. They are likely to be defeated as before.
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James K. Jones
Congress Appropriations Rise and Fall in Session Summary
The passage notes total appropriations grew by 24 million over the last session, with nine million earmarked for the census, more than seventeen million for postal service improvements, and seven million for Navy expansion. It adds that some areas saw actual decreases in appropriations.
Local Drugstore Praises Chamberlain Cough Remedy
Charles Holzhauer of Newark declares Chamberlain's cough remedy superior to other options. He asserts it is safe and effective for coughs colds and hoarseness, with Wagley & Smead as the local druggists selling it.
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Plymouth Rock Chickens For Sale at Fifty Cents
Poultry advertisement lists Thoroughbred Plymouth Rock settings for sale at 50 cents each from Fred C. Young. Sold range likely single-batch offer with no further details.
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Plymouth Rock Settings
Fred C. Young
Cheap Colorado Excursions From Iowa Central In 1900
On July 9 17 and August 1 1900 the Iowa Central will sell round trip excursion tickets to Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo and Glenwood Springs Colorado Salt Lake City and Ogden Utah and to parts of South Dakota and Wyoming at one fare plus two dollars Tickets good to return until October 41st The Iowa Central is the best line passing through interesting territory Ask ticket agents for full particulars or address Geo S Batty G P and T A Marshalltown Iowa
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Marshalltown
Chautauqua Assembly in Des Moines Details
The Chautauqua Association will hold its Midland Assembly this year in Des Moines Iowa starting July 10. The Chicago Great Western Railway will sell excursion tickets July 9 to 12 and July 16 and 20 to Des Moines with return by July 25 at a fare of one third for the round trip. Inquiries may be made through any Great Western Agent or F N Ford G P and T A 113 Adams st Chicago.
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Biggle Horse Book praised for practical horse care guide
A century old notice extols Biggle Horse Book for covering breeds feeding stable management and care in 128 pages with illustrations. It praises its usefulness for drivers and lists price 50 cents postpaid from Wilmer Atkinson Co. Also promotes Mystic Cure for rheumatism and neuralgia at 75 cents via Arthur L Kennedy Druggist Newton with claims of rapid relief.
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Philadelphia
Arthur L. Kennedy
Newton
Receipt and Not Books Offered at One Cent Each
Large stock of receipt and note books available at the office for only 1 cent each. White Oak gates offered by Jas per Sons. English Spavin Liniment claims to cure blemishes in horses and swollen throats. Sold by KENNepy, the druggist, Newton, Iowa.
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Newton
Iowa
Fred L. Kennedy
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West Side Square
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