Plain duty and trade resolu tion among wartime notes
Official notes from Dooly County and editors report Sanator Bryaridge delaying a free trade resolution. The piece mocks British ideas about Irish food roles amid conflict, mentions Cuban and Borotican adages, and ends by hoping for spring grass as a consolation to lingered tensions.
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Bryaridge
Gold Basis Debate and U.S. Credit Standing
The piece questions if a revival of a gold standard would bring prosperity or raise US credit above recent levels. It asks whether gold-based policy would differ from the current regime and if credit strength has improved versus a month ago, inviting expert interpretation.
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United States
Prison Bid Controversy in Atlanta Raises Questions
Attorney General Griggs opened bids for a new Atlanta prison. Ten favored firms submitted proposals though no public advertising or open competition occurred. The move hints at political influence and potential financial gain.
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Griggs
Atlanta
Britain fears Russian coup threat in China
Britain worries a Russian backed coup in China may endanger British interests and has influenced U S naval deployment to Chinese waters. The focus remains on protecting Liberty War outcomes in South Africa and avoiding harm to Britain with President McKinley's possible influence.
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Great Britain
China
United States
South Africa
McKinley
Republican expansion tied to imperial rule debate
The speaker argues that expansion in a Republican sense requires imperialism and rejects free intercourse with the Philippines. He suggests Congress must regulate or abandon the islands, proposing a protectorate or similar arrangement as the alternative.
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Philippines
Congress
Supreme Court says Texas can manage trusts without difficulty
The Supreme Court notes Texas handles trusts without trouble while Republicans claim the United States cannot do so without a constitutional amendment, which would delay any real action until after the upcoming fall election.
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Supreme Court
Texas
United States
Hague Conference Aims Met Yet War Wounds Britain and U S
The article argues the Hague conference failed due to Britain and the United States violating the spirit of the meeting. It claims Europe’s nations lived by its ideals, while the two major Saxon powers have conducted sustained war since the gathering began.
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Great Britain
United States
Europe
Porto Rican bill fate in Senate spark distrust warnings
The piece argues the Porto Rican bill will pass with little Senate change. It criticizes Republicans for aligning with campaign fund donors over public interest, warning they may be mistaken about fooling the people versus the moneyed men.
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Senate
Free Passes and Corruption in Rail Politics
A staunch civic editorial condemns free railroad passes for legislators as a corrupting influence. It argues passes compromise independence, increase absenteeism, and bind lawmakers to railroads, urging voters to reject candidates tied to corporations and to favor reformers over those who accept passes.
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Joe Hall
Jawa Srom
General Assembly
Damoclas
Capitol
South
Dooly
Connorations
Honxsy
Foraker Resolution Seen As Alaska Franchise Question
Secretary Root allegedly grants exclusive franchises allowing gold miners to be ousted from Cape Nome claims. Senate members, including Republicans, doubted the move, yet the secretary admits it.
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Foraker
Cuba
Alaska
Root
Cape Nome
Senate
Consul General Urges U.S. Mediation Avoid War
A cable from the United States Consul General in South Africa, acting for Kruger and Steyn, asked President McKinley to use his influence to prevent war. The president allegedly ignored the message, prompting calls for Secretary Hay to explain.
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United States
South Area
Kruger
Steyn
McKinley
Mr. Hay
Critique of political systems in a Penny Esque Rant
A disjointed 19th century style tirade denounces systems that reward moral compromise elect office through broken oaths and protect unfit leaders. The speaker condemns partisan bias in democracy and laments a society bent toward injustice. The passage ends with a grim warning of hellish consequences under flawed governance.
Col Thomson Discusses City Court Question for Cordele
Col Thomson, a candidate for the Georgia legislature, answers questions about establishing a city court for Cordele. He states he would oppose new local courts if elected, praising existing Superior and County courts and promising to represent all of Dooly County. The interview aims to inform readers about his candor and positions.
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Nate
Cabinet
Col
Thomson
Col. Thomson
Col. Shomson
Qdidela
Aidh
Dooly
Cordele
Grand jury backs dog law and calls for stronger bill
The text praises the grand jury for not tampering with the dog law while arguing for a taxed dog regime. It condemns the current framing as unconstitutional and predicts failure without a substantial amendment to allow penalties and broader tax collection.
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Grand Jury
Our Legislators Poem Calls For New Voters
A verse attacks lawmakers and urges fresh candidates. It warns of harsher action against dogs and promotes J. M. XK and J. A. Nelson in the race, likening support to historical figures Henry Clay and Milton.
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J.M. XK
Henry
Clay
Milton
J. A. Nelaon
Electric Bitters Promise New Strength and Appetite
Bravely men and women suffer stomach liver and kidney troubles, nervousness and fatigue. Wary of life decline, sufferers hear a testimonial from Idaville Indiana reader Gardner. Electric Bitters are praised as life changing with renewed appetite and energy. Only 500 bottles at Dr Stovall’s drug store Hyéry bottle guaranteed.
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Tod W Gardner
Idaville
Ind
Goebel Assassination Tied to Broad Plot Rumor
The piece suggests Goebel’s death may be part of a large plot involving Republican state officials. It argues the aim was likely to create a disturbance to justify troop deployment, though the tool overstepped its bounds and the conspirators must face consequences.
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Goebel
Bucklen's Arica Salve Promises Pain Relief and Cure
An old advertisement claims a Civil War veteran in Newark Michigan was cured of ulcers after using Bucklen's Arica Salve. It touts quick fixes for cuts bruises burns boils felons and skin eruptions with a claim of best pile cure on earth at 60 cents a box. Sold by Dr OT Stovall.
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G B Steadman
Newark
Mich
Bucklen
OT. Stovall
Draggtar
General Revival Begins With Ministers and Personal Piety
The sermon urges a widespread church revival starting with ministers personal consecration. It calls pastors to question their zeal for souls, seek God’s spirit, and abandon unbelief to awaken congregations and spread scriptural holiness across the land.
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Sam Jones
Moody
Christ
David
Heaven
God
Bargain pond sale offered by Dr Thompson
A local dealer promotes a discounted pond sale urging quick action before bargains end. The notice frames the sale as time sensitive and encourages buyers to act fast to secure lowest prices.
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Dr'Thompson
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