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Newspaper
Rock Island Argus
Location
Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1900
Page
2
Public notice outlines daily and weekly rates for subscriptions and delivery. It requests reader correspondence from every township and county, with emphasis on timely publication and no surprises in pricing.
Reporting on the Bryan Stevenson ticket and county slate with mentions of Alschuler Perry O Donnell and Parsons. Also notes crowd reaction in New York, President Harrison’s stance, and broader reflections on wealth, trusts, and the 1896 political climate.
The piece critiques Republican managers’ farm support claims, arguing farmers remain Democratic. It cites parade counts in Sangamon county showing stronger Democratic farmer representation, challenges pro McKinley rhetoric, and presents a colored voters appeal urging opposition to imperialism and inaction by the party. It also notes influential figures urging Blacks to abandon the Republicans over imperial policy and contrasts anti imperial sentiment with Cleveland-era progressives.
The letter argues political rights for Black Americans deter participation in governance and warns against the Republican party’s current approach. It recalls Civil War era ideals and urges Black voters to think independently, resisting claims of Anglo-Saxon supremacy and opposed rhetoric that could revive such doctrines.
A Democratic club letter calls for reporting any attempt to coerce or intimidate voters in May. It emphasizes free suffrage as the republics safety and warns offenders will be named by the public. The appeal targets hornets and all patriots to notify authorities of any coercive employer actions tied to the McKinley election.
An old advertisement promotes Future Gold in One Bay Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets with a money back guarantee if it fails to cure. It mentions EW Groves' signature and a 25 cent price, touts Foley's Honey and Tar for colds, and cites a Erie Pa newsdealer testimonial. For sale by all druggists.
The Veet Sembers Who have able to See the British Due- These eminent gentlemen extend the time for free medical services for three months to all invalids who call before Nov. 20. Examinations consultations minor surgeries included. Dr. T. O. Felts leads the team at 1623 Third.
A terse notice from B Ward, manager, lists address 17194 Second Avenue with a note about a second item or issue. The fragment suggests an internal memo or directive but lacks clear action or outcome.
The County Court of Rock Island County is probate proceedings for the estate of Jagat rnin, deceased. Notices ask all persons with claims or interest to appear, with details filed at the county court, and will inform heirs and executors about the missing documents and steps toward settlement.
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