Vernon Iowa Governor Reflects on Peculiar Trial
The Iowa governor muses on a curious encounter, joking about luck after narrowly avoiding a mishap described with colorful local slang. The remark hints at a fraught moment during a public test or demonstration, framed in a tongue firmly rooted in regional vernacular.
Ohio Raises Boguets in Mock War of Wits
An amused exchange depicts Ohio and Foraker trading boquets and jests as they spar in a playful public quarrel. The piece hints at deeper political tensions while maintaining a lighthearted, communal tone about the rival factions.
Noted Remedy Claim for Diarrhea Cure Refund
An advertisement touts Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy by J P Spalding offering a money back refund if not satisfied. It claims to be the most successful bowel complaint remedy and the only one that never fails, described as pleasant, safe, and reliable.
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Chamberlain
J. P. Spalding
Secretary Long’s Dispatch Echoes Spanish Fleet Critique
The remark likens the secretary’s written stance to a constructively framed statement, paralleling Sampson’s destruction of the Spanish fleet and suggesting a pointed comparison between policy rhetoric and decisive action in naval history.
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Long
Sampson
Justice Harlan on Supreme Court presidency ban
Justice Harlan says an unwritten law forbids a Supreme Court member from running for President. He may be right, but we have not heard of it. It may be like other laws invoked by the Court in its colonial decision, more honored in the breach than the observance.
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Justice Harlan Sys
Supreme Court
Pain Balm Heals Cuts Fast Says Spalding Ad
An old advertisement touts Chamberlains Pain Balm for healing cuts and bruises in about one third the time of other treatments due to antiseptic qualities. Sold by J P Spalding. August.
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Chamberlain
J.P. Spalding
British Victories Reported As War Ends Says Lord Kutchiner
Lord Kutchiner notes many engagements near conclusion of South African conflict but reports only British victories. Representative Grosvenor defended trusts in a public speech, arguing the Attorney Generalship shields them from private defenders.
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Lord Kutchiner
Grosvenor
Remedy Claims Widespread Health Benefits From Gough Cure
Thousands restored to health by Chamberlain's Gough Remedy for coughs and long trouble. The ad touts cures after years of failure with other treatments. It notes a money back guarantee and urges readers to try the remedy despite garbled 19th century text and references to Great Lakes and Mississippi.
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Chamberlain
Remembering Bull Run A Nation Rebuilds After Early Civil War Loss
A reflective reminiscence recalls the July 21 Civil War battle near Washington and the chaotic stampede after the defeat. The piece contrasts Union missteps, Confederate bravado, civilian fear, and the city’s improvisational defenses as the nation moves toward renewed unity.
Thunder Mountain Promising Copper Boom Ahead
The Caldwell News reports Boise financiers in Idaho foresee a rapid rise of a major mining camp in Thunder Mountain. A July 9 letter from a veteran miner predicts large-scale development as prospectors flood in, with high grade copper samples and a 30 foot by 200 foot copper vein. Wm Sweet, returning from the district, bought the Missouri George group and reports rich ore finds along Profiln creek, underscoring an anticipated mining surge.
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Thunder Mountain
E. W. Johnston
Boise
Idaho
Wm, Sweet
Boston
Missouri George
Thunder Mountain Copper Company
Caldwell News
An Irish Will of Timothy Doolan of Ballydown Derry
The will of Timothy Doolan of Ballydown Derry directs burial in Ballydown Derry chapel graveyard beside kin, with his body to rest near his godfather and mother. He leaves a “bit of round containing 10 acres” to his eldest son Tim after his mother's death, mentioning Mary and her husband in a fragmentary clause.
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Timothy Doolan
Ballydownderry
Ballydownderry Chapel
Tim
Mary
White sow and air of heaven grant in Idaho court
In Custer County Idaho the District Court vacates an earlier order delaying testimony in a large partition case. The order, made July ived, now sets new terms for testimony in Challis. Donest Chambers presided with Judge Kirtland L. Percy overseeing the Fourth Judicial District.
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District Court of the Fourth Judicial District
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Custer County
Moe
Finintutts
Houston
Dwbo
Donest
Challis
Kirtland L Percy
Fourth Judicial District
Sailor pay gaps force Consul General Stowe to resign
Criticism that the United States underpays its overseas officers, arguing living salaries for envoys like Consul General Stowe in Capetown are insufficient. The piece calls for higher wages over subsidies, labeling the resignation as a national disgrace.
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Sam
Stowe
Capetown
Post Office Receipts Rise as Administration Fears Rathbone Case
Cuban postal receipts show steady growth while Neeley and Rathbone escape prosecution. The administration appears unsettled by the possibility of Rathbone facing charges, fearing broader political fallout and safety concerns for its fragile pillars.
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Cuba
Neeley
Rathbone
Rathne
President McKinley and reciprocity treaties debated
The piece argues President McKinley will abandon reciprocity treaties due to protests of protected interests. It contends reciprocity benefits neither farmers nor the country, describing it as humbug that masks plunder by trusts and shifts sacrifices to farmers for manufacturers.
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McKinley
Army Expected to Aid in Keeping Philippine Government Civil
The report suggests that the army will assist in maintaining civil government in the Philippines. It notes military support to ensure stability and prevent disorder as part of ongoing efforts during the transition period.
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the Philippines
Republicans scheme to control next presidential candidate
A group of Republicans reportedly crafted a plan to dictate the choice of the upcoming presidential nominee to ensure he will not hinder public plunder and spoils distribution. The setup resembles a ring once organized during Grant's administration.
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Grant
Tropical heat mirrors John Bull’s scorching day
The text notes 85 in the shade and 128 in the sun as real tropical heat, contrasting with the tropics where shade remains comparatively cool. It humorously remarks on the difference between John Bull and tropical conditions.
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John Bull
Tropics
War parallels: American Revolution aid and South Africa
The writer argues that despite Boer forces' condition, U S history shows independence wars can win. The conflict in South Africa earns wide sympathy, with the author urging support, asserting a righteous cause and public backing.
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South Africa
Southern View On Ohio Republicans Abolition Plank
A comment urges that the negro plank in the Ohio Republican platform should not be overemphasized. It argues the provision was designed to attract black voters.
Neely and Rathbone Cuba cases postponed due to head issue
The Neely and Rathbone cases in Cuba have been postponed because of head injuries. Authorities did not provide further details, and the court date remains unclear.
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Neely
Rathbone
Cuba
How to Pad the Census Returns Mentioned by Mudd
A passage notes that the work titled How to Pad the Census Returns by Sidney Mudd will not be used as a campaign document by the Republicans this year. It signals a political stance and potential public concern over census manipulation.
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Sidney M. Mudd
Hon Billy Mason Quiet on Country Matters This Year
A brief note suggests Hon Billy Mason has not shown public enthusiasm or blushing for his country this year and there is no report of official action or ceremony accompanying his stance.
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Billy Mason
Crowninshield Authority Questioned Over July Dispatch
The remark suggests Tf Crowninshield may claim authority from Sampson's Fourth of July dispatch and implies willingness to credit him with it. The sentence hints at contested leadership or attribution regarding the dispatch.
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Crowninshield
Sampson
Republican aspirants urged to read How to Catch Southern Delegates
A brief note advises presidential hopefuls to study the book How to Catch Southern Delegates by Russell Alger, suggesting strategic guidance for securing delegate support in the Southern states.
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Russel Alger
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