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Newspaper
Atlantic Weekly Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1897
Page
3
The Weekly Telegraph and Daily Telegraph announce subscription terms for one year six months and three months. The Daily Telegraph is published every evening except Sunday and includes the latest general news and market reports.
Some corn now shipped to India could aid flood sufferers on the lower Mississippi before a new crop. ConewessMAN Hacer disposed of three pestoBices and named Sherm F. Myers Anita, J. H. MeaArthur Oakland, Joby R. Small Stuart. Aluminum price dropped from 83 per pound to 40 cents. Weather prophets forecast a stormy first half of April, then fair weather with a late dry spell.
A quotation frames a populist or free silverite in Congress as chasing popularity and risking failure if he bait’s his hook, while obstruction blocks legislation aimed at speeding up prosperity.
The item notes no formal complaint from Mr. Bryan about proceeds from his book sale being 100 cent dollars. It reports several Democrats favoring a protective tariff on cotton sugar and related goods and hints they may back the entire bill to achieve aims. Official forecasts describe continuing chill in Washington as job seekers face delays and frustration.
Greece defies pressure from the combined powers as it maintains its resolve to secure Crete. London and allied circles remain uncertain how to proceed while Turkey tensions loom in the background.
Reports say sensational papers push an anarchist scare in Chicago for May Day, but city officials show little alarm as floods in the lower Mississippi worsen. The rising floodwaters threaten broader destruction while commerce urges timely advertising to reach growing trade.
The floods are piercing Mississippi levees, sure to spark calls by southern congressmen and senators for government cash via river improvement appropriations. The piece notes the burden of office and the odd pleasure of defeats, reflecting on political life and its annoyances.
English agents in the United States invest heavily as one syndicate pays 4 000 000 dollars for several Ohio coal mines. The text notes Democrats in Congress worrying over trusts, claiming the Wilson tariff aided trusts more than any prior law.
Farmers should test beet culture by sowing enough seed to evaluate profitability. Beets are excellent feed for milch cows and worth raising for that purpose even if not profitable for other uses.
Two years ago inventors sought deep wells for permanent water. Now a device is needed to punch a hole through and allow water to flow out the far side.
Baron Himsch and his widow contributed 14 300 600 for the benefit of the Jewish people in the United States. The gift has alleviated the condition of thousands of that race and will stand as a living movement to their philanthropy.
A state inspector asserts more than 100000 Pennsylvanian workers remain at work versus six months ago as mills reopen and new ones rise. The Philadelphia Inquirer notes renewed activity, while The New York Times predicts good times ahead. Confidence grows from tariff hopes and fiscal plans to curb deficits, with supporters urging swift legislation to boost industry though opposition may delay gains.
The article notes major investments in southern education since the war, including 250 million dollars by the states and 75 million for colored children. It argues public schools spur progress and refinement, with Black students advancing faster than poor whites and prompting whites to bolster education to avoid perceived inferiority to educated Black people.
Observers report the northwest soil is thoroughly soaked with water seeping to lower veins. Surface ground is good for crops and artesian sources replenished suggesting moderate heat with plentiful evaporation and an abundant, early growing season. Corn ground should be kept clean and well stirred from planting onward.
The editorial urges county Republicans to choose a clean capable representative for the next legislature. It notes no active candidates are announced yet and warns Democrats may face factional disarray, referencing figures like Walter J. Hays Judge Kinne Brewster Robb and objections to a mongrel fusion slate.
A column criticizes Populists for denouncing Republicans over foreign policy while many Populists align with foreign powers on finance. It notes certain congressmen voting for and against key measures, challenges the six million Populist claim, and questions who truly counts as Populist versus Democrat in the post election branding.
Porist editors relish bank collapses and embarrassed businessmen, dancing in glee at misfortune. They boast they would recount their own downfall to prove times haven't improved since McKinley’s election, even offering mortgages to show the point.
The United States marshal service, now on a salary, loses its appetite for seizures of bootleggers. With fees removed the incentive to pursue violations wanes, and officers may overlook offenses since a fixed pay remains. This shift could reduce active enforcement and penalties for illicit activity.
The piece questions what counts as smartness. It contrasts quick thought, specialized skill, wealth, eloquence, craftsmanship, and broad intelligence. It argues smartness depends on perspective, asks whether brilliance in one area or broad competence defines a truly smart person, and cites a professor calling a smart man the greatest fool among intelligent beings.
The quarrel pits Texas Congressman Bailey, winner of the anti Bryan speakership bid, against Bryanites led by McMillan Wheeler and others. Bailey seeks the leadership tied to that nomination while Bryan supporters press sharper tariff and policy stances. The dispute signals a widening split within the silver Democrats.
Frank W. Palmeri has been selected as public printer at Washington and is praised as the cleaner, better choice. He was associated with Iowa politics since 1868, winning the Pallmer Kasson contest and serving as public printer under Harrison.
The speaker urges withdrawal of missionaries from South Africa and India and sending them to other countries. He condemns guns threats in Crete, criticizing powers for protecting Turks who murder Christians. He argues it is wrong to bomb Christians while they teach Turks not to murder with impunity.
President McKinney recommends appointing committees to probe financial conditions and report on currency reform plans. The proposal aims to create a monetary commission before tariff measures reach the senate finance committee. The House would then act, with extra-session timing favored over winter delay, and public interest pressing rapid action.
Sam Clark of the First district announces he will not run for reelection. It is likely other changes will occur in Iowa's congressional delegation. Last year Republicans preferred to keep the old delegation, but many capable aspiring lawyers are waiting and may run with strong chances.
The report questions Olney's intent to publish a book on foreign relations from the Cleveland era. It notes he could reveal many details the public would find interesting, but suggests restraint for his own credit and that of his principal. If published, it might sell more in Spain than in the United States.
England keeps formidable fortifications on the Bahama islands and builds a coaling station and depot for Atlantic needs while negotiating an arbitration treaty with the United States. The navy is not neglected as opportunities arise, signaling a Peace through preparedness that the United States should note.
TRE reports show that north south transportation remains a serious issue for eastern lines and for communities feeding southern ports. The situation could revolutionize product shipments from middle and western states by opening new markets for grain and Mississippi and Missouri valley products.
Iowa City Republican reports Senator Allison now chairs the Republican caucus and steering committee and leads the committee on appropriations and the finance committee. He will oversee the Dingley bill in the Senate, reflecting his long service and prominent national role.
The writer argues Hanna has been blamed unfairly for a strike involving a company of which he is a member but not an officer. He contends Hanna acted in workers interests and should receive credit, acknowledging he may do mean things yet denying extreme blackening by opponents.
Tas silver alliance works vigorously to keep the silver question alive and has almost spent its resources. Members are now struggling financially and feel the pressure as the warm season approaches and they brace for a lean period.
Reports claim this year’s Florida orange crop will total 400000 boxes valued at 1600000 dollars. Analysts doubt frost will ruin the harvest and expect fruit to stay in season longer than feared.
Many who traveled to Washington for McKinley’s inauguration and paid for board hope to gain federal appointments but find offices fenced by civil service rules. They depart disheartened, poorer, yet wiser, realizing office seeking is a losing affair and dampens spirit.
The tariit bill is expected to win four Democratic votes in the House, including three from Louisiana and one from Texas, with some Senators likely to support when it comes to a vote. Broad nonpartisan support is noted nationwide, signaling public sentiment in favor of the measure.
England shows apprehension about renewed fighting in South Africa and the possibility of a general row. She would rely on her navy and seek stand-ins to keep odds favorable, though she prefers not to exhaust her strength to the limit.
The capture of Gen Rivera does not end the Cuban rebellion. Maceo’s death failed to stop the progress, and Rivera’s removal will not change the course. One man does not count for much in this era of the world.
The piece outlines a European power clash over Grecian affairs and the Dingley tariff, criticizing greed over peace and warning of possible ruptures between Russia Germany versus England France. It notes European powers losing cohesion as Greece maintains stance and cautions on coercion, ending with a brief ad for Cascarets.
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