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Newspaper
Ackley World
Location
Ackley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1894
Page
2
The piece discusses taxation fears in the era of party contention, noting widespread candidate intrigue in Franklin County. It weighs Democratic and People's Party endorsements, critiques pro tariff stances, and argues Mr Bashor’s anti-protection views and suitability as a district representative.
The Chicago Herald cites Boston raw sugar imports for May to July at 186.7 million pounds, up 117.8 million from last year, with Boston alone supplying about one tenth of total imports. The piece projects a 22 million pound rise in August and a 1.8 billion pound four month gain, warning of higher refined sugar prices and potential revenue shortfalls. It also notes 4,000 Pu llman employees joined the American Railway Union, a figure the editorial urges be refunded to stricken workers.
A Waterloo convention nominated S. H. Bashar of Waterloo for the 3rd Iowa congressional district seat. The gathering chose Col. W. W. McClure as temporary chair and D. Ham as secretary, adopting a platform endorsing Des Moines 1804 principles and expressing support for Republican governance and fair representation. The delegate list includes Buchanan W. M. Higbee and Blackhawk J. Tu. Kimball with a long report on Bashar’s background and views.
The article reports on a weed pest spreading in northern Windis with reports from Pan a and nearby towns. Farmers seek state and national aid to destroy the plant. It resembles tumbleweeds, has purplish stems and many spines. Agricultural agents urge immediate removal to prevent further spread. It notes plans to inspect for further occurrences across Wevorth ern areas and along river banks.
A fire near Onslow in Durning area scorched acres, with flames reaching up to eighteen feet deep in places. Neighbors aided by Mr Walsh widened an excavated trench to contain the blaze, employing water and tire watch to curb the spread and prevent further damage.
Investigators probe Postmaster Rannen of Dumont amid carelessness claims. A cash balance of 1100 in Mary Bist’s? account shortage estimated at 1300 by inspector. Bondsmen have secured the office, and final adjustments may permit Mr. Bannon to cover any shortfalls.
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