Advertiser praise and rural notes from 1902 issue
Frade warns to support the man who takes interest in offers. The piece notes cattle dominance in the United States with large numbers of cattle, sheep, and other livestock. It urges readers to share items for a livelier newspaper and town growth.
German cartoon and Maine wreck as wartime issue
A German cartoon shows Miss Roosevelt in an open boat with a star spangled bow, mocking US hog product exports to Germany. Governor General Wood urges removing the wreck of the Maine in Havana harbor, a navigation menace costing about £600,000. Private firms backing out of work for souvenir material due to waning interest.
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Federal court convicts turpentine operator in peonage case
The U S Court in Florida finds a wealthy turpentine operator guilty of holding several African Americans in virtual slavery by arresting them and compelling work until the fines he advanced are paid. This marks the first federal enforcement of peonage laws.
Electric Bitters and Irish Land Bill Highlight Diverse Topics
The piece promotes Electric Bitters as a malaria remedy backed by John Charleston of Byesville California noting its claimed cures. It reports a new Irish land bill in the British House of Commons proposing 15 million dollars to buy landlord estates for tenants to become owners, with opposition to compulsory sales. It notes rising animal kindness groups and stresses moral conduct linking animal welfare to safeguarding families, and ends with guidance on boys and manliness from Golden Days.
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Tommy at School
Eight year old Tommy reports steady progress at school but jokes he can only do a headstand with his feet against a fence. He hopes to improve and perform it away from the fence soon.
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Bird in the treetops sings through the seasons
A short poem by Ethel Maude Carson describes a bird in the treetops as spring, summer, and autumn pass. The bird builds a nest, teaches its young, and finally flies away, prompting curiosity about why. Printed by The Redcorp for job printing.
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Wanted several persons to represent old established business
Want ads seek several reputable individuals in each state zone of the county to advertise a wealth business. Salary 18 dollars weekly plus expenses paid in cash each Wednesday from head offices. Horse and carriage furnished when needed. References. Enclose self addressed stamped envelope to Manager 316 Caxton Building Chicago.
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Spectacles in the House over Cuban reciprocity bill
Washington letter notes a packed House chamber as Democrats and beet sugar allies clash over removing the differential on refined sugar. Dalzell's closing speech followed by a ta ny appeal leads to the bill for Cuban reciprocity, amended to drop the refined sugar duty, carrying 247 to 52.
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Montgomery Ward Buys Chicago Corner Lot for 600000
Montgomery Ward purchases the Washington Street and Michigan Avenue corner in Chicago for 600000 and plans a building costing over two million dollars. The item criticizes profits from selling to small towns at inflated prices and urges readers to view Ward's new mammoth building. It notes a past forecast of no demand for horses, then asserts a current strong demand for good horses and denounces scrubs.
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Home Seekers Excursions One Fare Round Trip
One fare of two dollars for a round trip excursion offered by Home Seekers. Return limit set at 21 days from the sale date.
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