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Newspaper
Sioux County Bee
Location
Rock Valley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1898
Page
17
A column notes Dewey as the right man for war leadership and recalls his role in the Manila wreck. It comments on patriotic fervor against Spain and the political disability repeal signed by McKinley. It also mentions local races, fence changes, and cigarette smoking affecting army eligibility.
Fred Van Zuiden of Rock Valley announces candidacy for Sioux County clerk of courts. He cites deep roots in the area and Republican affiliations while noting rail transport rates for U S troops and supplies. The piece contrasts public patriotism with railroad fare misunderstandings during the war period.
The Sioux county year closes with summer break for teachers and students from the infant class to principals. Teaching is demanding even with vacations, while children enjoy country trips for air and play. Mental growth pauses. physical development gains ground during vacation.
Rand McNally & Co. publish a sixteen page war atlas with new maps of Cuba, the Philippines, the West Indies, North America, and Europe. Each map measures 21 by 14 inches and is available from the Chicago Milw akee St Paul Railway depot agent for 25 cents. The atlas is described as indispensable for tracking current events.
Rail line advertises discounted trips to multiple cities including Cedar Rapids San Francisco Nashville Salt Lake City Portland Washington Buffalo Davenport Rock Island Indianapolis with specific dates in June July and August. The listing outlines travel periods between June and August with a range of destination options.
The report notes graduates receiving diplomas with parchment presented to each. A notable feature is the absence of any minister offering prayer at the exercises, a departure from traditional opening prayers for such farewell ceremonies.
The piece argues women would become full citizens if given ballots. It cites rights to own property, seek damages, and equal pay, and notes potential political influence over saloon presence and moral outcomes. It urges women to vote and references a 1894 Iowa Supreme Court decision.
We Will Pay a Salary of 16 per week and expenses for man with rig to introduce our Poultry Mix ture and Insect Destroyer in the coun try. Address with stamp Perfection Manufacturing Co. Parsons Kan.
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