David B. Hill as Democratic VP Candidate for Roosevelt Bold
The piece argues that with Roosevelt as the Republican vice presidential pick and New York pivotal to victory, David B. Hill emerges as the logical Democratic rival. It suggests Hill would likely accept a nomination and would intensify the contest in New York against Roosevelt.
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Kansas City
McKinley
Philadelphia
Bryan
Roosevelt
New York
Empire State
New Jersey
Maryland
Connecticut
David B. Hill
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Political campaign uses graphophones to reach rural voters
The report describes a planned nationwide campaign using thousands of graphophones, each with a "professor," to tour small country villages and churches in July through October. The events will feature music, speeches, and endorsements of McKinley, with speakers including Depew, Wolcott, Hanna, and others, aiming to broaden rural support.
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Chauncey M. Depew
Wolcott
Hanna
McKinley
Depew
Cannon
Mercer
Nebraska
Hull
Iowa
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Fairbanks
Cotton crop conditions across the South and Texas report
Washington dispatch notes cotton suffered from heavy rains and lice in Arkansas and east of the Mississippi, with Carolina areas affected. Texas reports dry weather aiding cleaning yet irregular yields and remaining foul fields. Louisiana enjoys favorable cultivation conditions.
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Mississippi River
Carolinas
Texas
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Senator Bacon Faces Peril Over Cuba Fraud Lemons
The report compares Senator Bacon’s grasp of government to the risky metaphor of toadstools versus mushrooms. It notes he narrowly escaped harm after a recent incident caused by his missteps, describing the danger as a close call.
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Bacon
Cuba
Unclear Order Mentioned for Wheeler and Dewey to China
Fragmentary quotation mentions Joe Wheeler and Dewey with intent to send them to China and pressure the Mongolians toward terms. The context and source details are incomplete.
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Joe Wheeler
China
Him
Dewey
Tariff Issue Sparks Democratic Critique of Republicans
The Macon Evening News argues the Republican drive to expand government outlays to justify higher taxes is a long running tactic. It urges a Democratic convention stand for a tariff for revenue only and links Dingley tariff to trusts, imperialism, and fiscal restraint.
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Macon Evening News
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Colored delegate faces cold reception in Philadelphia
The Enquirer-Law notes a southern colored delegate being refused hotel stays and lobby access, with white Republicans avoiding reception duties. It claims Philadelphia shows a hostile mood and suggests the party may abandon Black supporters, while the author argues white southerners remain the best friends to the negro.
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We shall support Mr Bryan in the campaign
The Louisville Courier Journal states support for Mr Bryan while noting disagreements on some issues. It calls Mr McKinley an honest man but says Bryan has backing that outweighs McKinley’s influences as the campaign proceeds.
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Mr. Bryan
Mr. McKinley
Democrats shift toward Hill for second in Bryan race
A rising number of Democrats in Columbus favor Hill of New York for the second spot beside Bryan. Those who once joked at the idea now show serious concern as the name is discussed among party loyalists.
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Hill
New York
Bryan
Columbus Enquirer-San
Political parties clash over tariff policy in platform clash
The republican ticket and platform condense a plan to press protection and imperialism while the democrats vow a bold platform opposing these issues. The text suggests democrats could gain an edge at the polls in November by avoiding debate on past topics.
Americans Ready to Defend Interests at Taku War
The report states Admiral Remey with his flagship and the swift Oregon head to Taku to join a widening conflict. The lines declare Americans and American interests must be protected at any cost as war seems inevitable.
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Remey
Oregon
Taku
Bryan fishing remark fuels partisan clash in Albany
The Albany Herald notes Bryan was fishing from 10 while the Republican convention met and adds a rival charge that he aimed to lure "suckers." The quote reflects sharp partisan sniping during the session.
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Bryan
Albany Herald
Georgia Peach Crop Faces Severe Damage From Rains
Ongoing heavy rainfall threatens to injure Georgia peach crops with potential for significant yield losses and economic impact on growers as the season progresses.
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Expansionists push for larger China role in campaign
The piece notes expansionists seek a bigger slice of China while Teddy adds spectacle to the campaign, and mentions ongoing rains causing damage and interfering with naval stores.
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China
Roosevelt Band Wagon Boosts Hanna Campaign
An army officer warns more troops are needed to finish the Philippine war than to start it, while Hanna joins the Roosevelt bandwagon. The Republican ticket is said to be light at the top with weight in the tail.
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Hanna
Roosevelt
Troop Pleas Continue in Philippines Amid War End Claims
News notes ongoing calls for additional troops in the Philippines despite Whiskers Otis declaring the war over.
Waycross Herald Endorses Hill for Vice President
Perbaw of the Waycross Herald endorses Hill for vice president in a voiced editorial. The endorsement aligns with a shared viewpoint on the candidate, reflecting a media stance on the national ticket.
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The
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Hill
Fatal derailment near McDonough buries 35 passengers
A deadly train accident near McDonough leaves 35 people dead as wreckage buries passengers who believed they were safe. Rescue efforts rush to the scene as investigators begin to piece together the cause and scope of the disaster.
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McDonough
Heavenly City Meaning Cited In Local Speech
Linguistic note describes Tien Tsie meaning Heavenly City or Celestial City and suggests current usage may be pejorative. The term appears in regional accounts as a reference point in local discussions.
Dewey on the Sea and Wheeler on Land
A vivid line contrasts needs in Chinese waters with a Dewey in sea matters and a Joe Wheeler on land, hinting at music in the air across both frontiers. The remark evokes maritime and terrestrial leadership imagery, implying strategic or political shifts with cultural undertones.
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Dewey
Joe Wheeler
Two Weeks Since Pekin Minister Heard From
Two weeks have passed since the American minister in Pekin was heard from last in a message that begged for help. The message indicates a crisis or danger prompting concern from authorities and citizens.
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Pekin
Eclipses Noted During Philadelphia Convention Sighted
During the Philadelphia convention several total eclipses appeared faintly through the rims of upside down glasses, casting dim views across observers.
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Philadelphia
Let No Guilty Man Escape Cry Shocks Republicans
In Knoxville Sentinel the phrase let no guilty man escape is cited as a cry that would drive Republicans to destroy their own party, signaling harsh internal pressure and potential reform.
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Knox
Ville Sentine
Investigation Aims at Two Atlanta Aldermen
Joel Hurt seeks to investigate two Atlanta aldermen amid ongoing city inquiries. The broader Atlanta political scene already faces multiple investigations and scrutiny over governance and ethics.
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Joel Hurt
Atlanta
Lazy husband sparks talk of marriage failure rumor
A remark attributed to a lazy man about his wife refusing to do washing fuels claims that marriage is failing. The line circulates in local talk, reflecting domestic tensions and social attitudes.
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Augusta Herald
Cuban Elections Under New American Rule
The notice claims Cuban elections are settled with little progress and asserts future learning under American governance, claiming ballot manipulation and repetition will occur under foreign rule.
A Question of Funds in a Humorous Exchange
A Washington Star quip notes a patient claims a doctor ordered a Europe trip but the doctor kept the trip for himself after presenting the bill. The joke centers on misused medical advice and financial irony.
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Washington Star
No protest planned over Utah congressman successor
The text notes no protest will occur over the choice for Roberts's successor in Utah's congress. It questions whether a bachelor or a Mormon would be the lesser evil, asserting both are bad.
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Roberts
Utah
Congress
An Interesting Letter From Japan by a Florida Young Lady
A Florida writer in Hiroshima describes Sunday School work in Hatsukaichi, train life, and village life in Japan. She notes rail travel, class differences, and church costs, plus memories of Buddhist sewing schools and missionary efforts. She shares observations on children, memorization demands, health concerns, and tract distribution to promote Christianity.
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America
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Chamberlains Cough Remedy Praised By Druggists
A testimonial from J. Goldsmith of Van Etten New York states five years of complete satisfaction with Chamberlains Cough Remedy for ordinary coughs colds and post influenza coughs. Sold by Thomas & Dickinson druggists.
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la Grippe
Thomas & Dickinson
War Time Vanity and Comic War Dream
A Dodge County boy sends a comic Composition on War praising its riches and pensions. He imagines future wars making families wealthier and paints fanciful scenes, while a census taker remarks on the egotism in human nature as he questions residents.
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Sendi Ug
Washington Star
Farmers Bring Wagon Load Of Goods To Columbus Market
A local farmer near Columbus consistently travels to town with a wagon loaded with his farm produce. He sells hams lard sausage eggs butter honey and wines at good prices and returns home with earnings. The note praises this profitable Georgia farming model as a healthier path to prosperity.
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Lo Pever
Georgia
Columbus Ledger
Hawaii Passes From Republic to United States Rule
Honolulu dispatch reports the republic of Hawaii ending at midnight with the United States taking over. Officials from the post office castow house and internal revenue prepared for the full transfer of government and laws.
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Hawaiian Islands
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Republican editor warns party of perils ahead
Editor Kohlsaat, a Republican ally of McKinley, warns the party of dangers ahead enumerating six stumbling blocks. The list includes agitation against imperialism, the army canteen issue, duty to Porto Rico, civil service steps backward, the Treaty of Hay-Pauncefote, and the Sampson-Schley controversy.
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McKinley
Porto Rico
Albany Passes Anti Spitting Law To Tame Wet Town
The article notes Albany enacts an anti spitting law citing the town’s wet condition. It contrasts with Thomasville where a man with tongue out seeking a drink could spit anywhere. The piece uses colloquial phrasing to describe local behavior.
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Albany
Thomasville
Life saved by Chamberlain's remedy, Gregory Landing man says
A. E. Lafay ette of Gregory Landing Clarke county Missouri credits Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy with saving his life after doctors said he could not live. A neighbor gave him the remedy which produced instant relief and he remains in good health. Thomas Dickinson druggists sell it.
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A. E. Lafayette
Gregory Landing
Clarke County
Missouri
Thomas & Dickinson
Georgia Alabama Compress Company Incorporation Petition
A group led by B H Wright and Charles F Paxton seeks a twenty year Georgia charter for the Georgia Alabama Compress Company with capital stock of 80000 and operations to compress cotton, run mills, manufacture yarns fabrics and oil from cotton seed, with authority to buy land, borrow funds, and establish branches in Georgia and Alabama. Hammond and Hammond represent the petitioners.
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Said County
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Charles F Paxton
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Georgia Alabamma Compress Company
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