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Newspaper

Rock Island Argus

Location

Rock Island, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1900

Page

2

Campaign talk and political chatter across states

The article surveys politicians and voters in Ohio and Iowa amid disputes over candidates like Vollmer and Prince, notes on Taylor’s Kentucky stance, Bryan's tour interruptions, and mock opposition to labor and tariff issues. It highlights local party loyalties, tri-city interests, and the tension between national figures and regional loyalties.

Youver Davenport Henry Vollmer Iowa Tri-City Joe K. Lane Saatey Gressman Prince Rusites Galesburg Mock Island Union Oods Prince Perps Howe City Joe R. Ive LB. le Forest North Henderson Bing Ds Forrest Halesburg Vollwer Illinois Tri-Cities Menal Vollmer Candi Dacy

Local Speech Sparks Talk in Linnola Nebraska

Mann Hawxa gave a spectsci speech in Linnola declaring support for Mr. Hrgan’s neighbors and a bid for president. The remarks drew sharp reactions and exposed partisan tensions as he traveled from his home city.

Mann Hawxa Linnola Neb Indi Hrgan

Depew Senator Charney M Depew Interview

Senator Charney M Depew comments on federalism and potential military government in a nationwide interview. He argues the United States cannot build an empire without full federal control and cites historical Federalist ideals as the foundation of American democracy.

Iim Philippins Istana Bary Shanden Sorat Eich Bi Peinia Charney M Depew Metialey

Fragmented 1900 text on American terrorism and figures

A damaged passage references 1900 era concerns tied to American terrorism and figures like Sen Chauncey M. Emaar. The garbled text mentions Washington and Jefferson, with unclear phrases about sanction and power, lacking coherent names or events.

Umperiadem Washington Jefferson S Enator Chauncey M4 E- Emaar Eee

Bryan Speech Stirs College Crowd With Fireside Diction

A student challenges Croker’s role as a director in the ice trust as Bryan defends his stance. Bryan denounces Wall Street dictation, recalling McKinley’s bow to it and refuses to change his own position. The crowd, including several youths in a tree, listens as interruptions arise and Bryan maintains poise. He cites 30 years of Republican policy toward the negro, framing it as leading to public office but kept outside.

Bryan Ithaca Yeateriay W. J. Bryan Eggan Norh Ae Stulekly Porto Rico America North Carolina Japesker Kegan Aait Beren Ice Phere Ani Bryan Jared Kimea Croker Republican Party

Trusts Across Industry Dominate Markets, Says Merchants

A survey of interviews with retailers nationwide outlines how major trusts such as Standard Oil, sugar, cracker, baking powder, flour, tack, and woodenware groups restrain competition. Merchants report higher prices, forced purchases from favored jobbers, restricted shipments, and layoffs as trusts control supply, freight, and distribution. The piece highlights Rockefeller’s immense fortunes and calls out the broad impact on consumers and small producers.

Standard Oil Trust Busine Sugar Trust Ita Os Rockefeller Inas I Trust Soga Trust Tost Cracker Trust National Biscuit Company Otfer Wile Wate Baking Powder Trust Augar Trust Flour Trust Grain and Elevator Trust Tack Trust New England Broom Trust Feather Duster Trust

Bees Used as War Tactics Through History

A historical note recalls how bees and beehives were employed in sieges from ancient Pontus to medieval Chester. Turrets mines and bees forced enemy forces to retreat, with bees described as crippling attackers and driving them from besieged positions.

Thentseyra Pontus Lucullus Ute Rotana Themiscura England Chester Arma Toga

A Lincoln Story and Cough Remedy Endorsement

A Lincoln anecdote about Jefferson and Abraham praying is followed by Ontario druggist C R Grandin praising Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. He recounts a satisfied customer who recommended the product after a refund offer, noting its popularity due to personal testimonials. The remedy is sold by all druggists.

Lincoln Jetteron Jefferson Abraham Indy C. R Grandin Ontario Foley Paule

The Romance of Gilbert Holmes captures a great era

A Chicago novelist’s 425 page historical romance follows Gilbert Holmes from 1525 Illinois border life to pre 1840 Mississippi ventures. Real characters like Lincoln and Jefferson Davis appear with Black Hawk and Sagamore, weaving love and danger across a vivid frontier saga.

Gilbert Molmer Marshall Mosroe Kirkman Gilbert Holmes Sir Walter Scott Kipling Chicago of the World Railway Publishing Company Dearborn Street Mississippi Valley Illinois Prairie Mississippi River Ilinois Edward Eggleston Indiana de Hoosier Isin Black Hawk Abrahath Lincol Jefferson Davie Abraham Lincoln Lincoln Davis Burke Rock Mississippi Gilbert Hules Aanager Seymour

Doctors Extend Free Three Month Treatment Offer

Due to many unable to see British doctors at 1623 Third Avenue they extend free services for three months to all invalids who call before Nov 20. The program includes consultation examination and minor surgical operations. No charges for three months. male and female weakness catarrh deafness cancer rupture and skin and rectal diseases are claimed cured by new treatment under Dr. T. O. Felts. Office hours 9am to 8pm no Sundays.

Third Avenue T. O. Felts

London palmistry claims and world famed readers

The world renowned palm reader J Harrie Mandeville of London presents palmistry services at 1937 Second Avenue. He promises revelations on love, marriage, business and health, claiming credentials from royalty and American figures. Charges start at $1 for individuals or $0.50 for groups of three.

Ry Marele Mandeville Msc Sean Ane Hald McKinley Reed Mandeville Prince of Wales Talmage Inlay Dewey Col William Jennings Bryan Second Avenue

Fancy dress house opens for up to date garments

A new dressmaking outfit at 17194 Second Avenue announces opening on October 1 to serve Indies and others with fashionable garments. They promise quick turns, satisfaction guaranteed, and invite patrons to call early for service amid growing demand from hospital ladies and others.

Indies Second Avenue Thonpital

Manters Bate Jaowson Hurst Attorneys In Equity Proceeding

In chancery case No. 7 Himore dt Stator rs Clara Cosnor Thome Samurits Retnue carmon Oh Sasi of the state of Andee Sewer Rotien the case centers on a sale, conveyance, and related remedies. The croker machine action and court sale are noted with dates around September, involving Rost Inland and the Jacanon Howe complainant.

Croker Sale Liace Jacanon & Howe

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