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Newspaper
Perry Advertiser
Location
Perry, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1899
Page
2
Perry examines the broad benefits of paving principal streets in small towns. It argues paved streets cut costs, improve health, boost trade, and elevate civic pride while easing street maintenance and franchise negotiations. The piece cites Iowa practices and notes enhanced social life and outdoor events aided by smoother, cleaner roadways.
Washington correspondent Smith D Fry argues McKinley lacks competent military advisers and cites failed campaigns and dismissals. He notes Miles could aid the war, but is ignored, while Miles’s ability is overlooked in favor of administration wishes. Colonel Ingersoll laments soldiers’ sacrifices and questions Philippines war aims and congressional funding.
A stark wartime reflection speaks of countless graves and a soldier’s brave death in defense of self government. It argues that a fallen warrior deserves deep mourning and shared tears from fellow comrades.
The article argues the public must oppose trusts as inherently harmful despite claims some trusts may be good. It warns Mark Hanna leads a political machine and would declare which trusts are good. It predicts a long, hard struggle with deceptive figures like Hanna advocating benevolent trusts.
The piece laments censorship during Manila Fourth of July readings and mocks officials for embattled policy. It critiques Gen Otis removing parts of the Declaration, praises loyal newspapers, condemns embalmed beef rations, and condemns the U S rush to take towns then retreat. It argues anti imperialists should uphold pledges to Cuba and the Philippines.
The piece argues against third terms for officials, noting widespread public belief that two terms suffice. It cites Guthrie and Dallas counties, where Republicans pushed resolutions opposing any candidate seeking a third nomination, reflecting a common party and public stance.
Washington reports put daily campaign costs near 1.1 million, totaling about 120 million to date. The Otis campaign on Luzon is described as deplorable, ending in failure with insurgents in control of much of the island and the public awakening to the costly missteps of U S forces.
The New York Star announces a daily high grade bicycle to best word list from the phrase The New York Star as strings and letters are counted Webster’s dictionary to govern authority. Daily watches and other rewards, including Dioner Sets and silverware, will be awarded from June 26 to August 21 with twelve 12 cent stamps for a thirteen week trial subscription. Entries limited to one per person, prizes exhibited at The Star offices with bicycles available in several styles and sizes.
Enormous demand for 8x10 inch portraits. Agents earn commissions with nationwide appeal. Write The Dominion Company at 2nd Floor, Caxton Bldgs. Chicago.
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