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Newspaper
Atlantic Weekly Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1895
Page
3
The issue notes subscription prices and terms for the Weekly Telegraph. It reports various items including a Wilson incident, Keokuk Easter edition, Japan and China peace talks, Cass county land, Iowa politics, tin mining potential, and a call for reader news while urging contributions and open reporting.
The sound legal judgment of Justice Field is quoted as valuing his own opinion on the income tax law above all others on the supreme bench. He states the entire income tax law is unconstitutional. The court’s late decision leaves Democrats unsure of their position.
A political speaker labels democracy a deadly enemy to labor and asserts that current policies erase protection for American manufacturers. The speaker claims the income tax shocks landlords and bondholders while taxing manufacturers, further crippling industry and labor and benefiting foreigners. The call is to hasten a shift to American interests and reestablish national legislative focus on Americans.
Colonel Groner C. Rover, aid de camp of the Grand Army of the Republic, reports a strong Southern mood to host the next Republican national convention in a major city such as New Orleans or Atlanta. He notes rising protection sentiment in the South, seen as an active principle and live issue.
The Telegraph reports Republican sentiment across Cass County for renomination in multiple offices. Dr. M. J. Davis of Lewis is favored for Representative, Job Card likely for Sheriff, and Treasurer T. W. Brown seen as deserving a third term. Superintendent candidates include C. Colfax Smith and H. K. Newcomb, with Board of Supervisors races undetermined. The piece notes it reflects conversations and does not bind any voter.
The notice argues against publishing cards of thanks and wedding gift inventories, calling it an outdated practice. It urges personal expresses of gratitude, cites Christian duty to aid the sick and bereaved, and critiques recent income tax and Democratic legislation as muddled and unfair to native workers while subsidizing foreign goods and bond holders.
A local party newspaper invites Republican candidates for county superintendent of schools and other offices to meet voters. The editors pledge impartial coverage before the county convention, aim to learn candidate qualifications, and promise strong support for the chosen slate.
An announcement from Lewin and Massena names H B Newcomb and C Colfax Smith as candidates for county superintendent of schools. Both are praised as worthy, enterprising educators from the county, with plans to discuss qualifications further before the nomination convention.
The Republican State Central Committee met in Des Moines and decided the state convention will be held July 10. Hon. Joe R. Lane of Davenport was named temporary chairman. Des Moines was chosen for the venue with ample hotel accommodations. All districts except the third were represented, and the meeting was harmonious with a united campaign outlook. The permanent chairmanship remains to be chosen by the delegates.
The latest reports say Cuba has moved beyond a resurrection to a revolt with many citizens declaring the Republic. If rebels prove a de facto government capable of taxes, troops, laws, and enforcement, the U S may need to recognize them as belligerents.
Dr Price’s Cream Baking Powder received the World’s Fair highest award, and the display highlighted its purity and leavening power. Representatives proclaimed its excellence among competing brands, noting the product’s enduring reputation and consumer trust at the exposition.
The Omaha World Herald cites F Teat forecasting a productive season with plenty of rain in June to August. He urges early corn planting for higher yields, warns of a possible frost hazard in May and a cold wave in October. Arbor Day on April 28 should be observed with tree planting in schools to improve surroundings for children.
H B Newcome Cass township seeks Republican convention support for Cass county school superintendent race. C Colfax Smith Atlantic township also announces candidacy and asks Republicans for support subject to the Cass county Republican convention.
Neighborhood notes report a Griswold cornet band gathering at Mr and Mrs T S McKinley home to celebrate Byron McKinley’s birthday with wives and guests. Also mentions Rev H G McCollough visiting, alumni planning a musical event, and a city council special meeting on April 13 approving a lease amendment with Atlantic Water Co and extending a buy option to 1910.
The weekly weather crop review for the week ended April 8 reports favorable conditions overall. Corn planting advances rapidly in southern states. planting begins in Missouri and Kansas. Winter wheat improves in Illinois Michigan Missouri and eastern Kansas, though Minnesota Wisconsin Nebraska show varied outcomes. Spring wheat seeding progresses in Minnesota South Dakota with some North Dakota delay due to dry weather. Oats seeding grows in Ohio Illinois Iowa Missouri and South Dakota. Fruit outlook is favorable with no frost damage noted. Oklahoma needs rain and Missouri North Dakota could use more. Rothschild hosts luncheon for Curzon in London ahead of Curzon marriage to Miss Mary Leiter of Chicago.
Crowds gathered at the Presbyterian church for Easter services. The program featured organ works, anthems including Welcome Happy Morning, I Know My Redeemer Liveth, Arise Shine, and solos by Mrs. S. E. Clappe and Miss Mae Harris. Rev. Fraser preached The Beautiful Cemeteries. Evening concert by Sunday School children included choir anthem and D. Back's Fear Not Yet, Israel.
Sealed bids for erecting a school house in sub district No 4 Benton Cass Town will be received by Jas Jordan secretary until 7 oclock p m Monday April 22 1895 at which time the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder The board reserves the right to reject any or all bids Plans and specifications may be seen at the county superintendent's office or at the home of Jas Jordan M A Helly committee
The opera house management announces the famous Black Crook to be presented next Thursday with a lavish New York level production. The show features new costumes, oriental tableaux, and a troupe including the Brothers Rixford and Paris Folien Bergeres dancers. Seats are on sale at Palmer and Findley’s drug store.
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