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Newspaper
Ackley World
Location
Ackley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1902
Page
2
The Ackley World features subscription terms and a printed quotation attributed to Abraham Lincoln lamenting the political relig ion of the nation. The text references fretting about forbidding books and almanacs in schools and from pulpits, urging adherence to law. The fragmentary OCR shows subscription rates and a clipped political editorial tone.
A holiday meditation traces Thanksgiving from Lincoln to McKinley, linking observance with national events. It reflects on presidents, disasters, and public virtue while noting university life, civic duties, and state bond dealings amid a mix of editorials and local notices.
A historical newspaper fragment condemns lynching of a black man accused of assaulting two women. It argues justice must be swift yet within lawful bounds and criticizes anti-Black prejudice, noting hypocrisy when such acts occur at home. The tone expresses shock at repeated outrages and lampoons moral preening by denouncers.
The Herald outlines a clear diagnosis for the majority party. It argues that future defeat looms unless the Republicans renounce ties with protected capital and end tariffs that curb competition from abroad.
A fragmented note discusses a high tariff and its impact on Germany and the United States. It notes potential price effects for consumers and hints at international trade tensions influencing domestic costs. The text references broader economic consequences without specific dates or figures.
Virginians plan a three hundredth anniversary celebration of Jamestown founded in 1607. About one hundred Britons landed near the Powhatan River and established a permanent white colony, with plans for a grand exposition in 1907 to mark the milestone.
John Mitchell testifies before the arbitration commission that violence does not aid strike success. He argues intimidation harms public sentiment and lowers the likelihood of victory, stressing that coercive tactics undermine the strike and should be publicly publicized.
The Globe-Democrat calls for thorough investigation of election frauds with full public scrutiny. It insists justice must run its course, convicting identifiable criminals, and declares that guilt does not depend on party, only on crime.
A brief editorial argues that revising the tariff is logical and proper to address trusts. It contends reciprocity as a tariff revision could meet most goals if broadened enough. The piece warns Congress must act or risk a public backlash against lawmakers influenced by Wall Street fears.
The Boston Post notes strong public alert over economic relief and industrial support. It suggests continued electoral pressure may push officials to grant demands, with one more election potentially decisive.
Reform candidate Penora Sayete, after a large vote in Philadelphia, is expected to pursue political changes in February. Prior to the election, Prevypacker had already been chosen governor.
A fragmentary opinion piece argues Democrats can force reapportionment to defeat Republicans in Iowa by creating favorable districts. It cites Henderson’s retirement, the “Iowa idea” tariff stance, and a Nevada-born strategist predicting districts yielding 2,000 to 15,000 majorities. The column criticizes party infighting and praises shifts in public sentiment.
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