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Newspaper
Atlantic Weekly Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1896
Page
4
The Weekly Telegraph urges raising the age of consent above thirteen and even repealing fixed ages. It supports strict penalties for debauchery, urges equal accountability, and favors letting each case be judged on merits to protect girls from predators and boys from blackmailers.
The county treasurer T W Brown remains jolly and courteous despite losing his salary to cover Cass county Bank losses. He expects only small fees, while pennies from the Philadelphia mint fund children’s savings, Sunday schools, and foreign missions, underscoring that small coins can influence moral welfare.
Couxcu Burrs expresses strong interest in the imminent sale of the Omaha and St Louis road set for the 27th, hoping for consolidation with the Baltimore and Ohio line to create a direct seaboard connection, a first for this region.
Logo SALBURY chastises Dr. Jameson for invading Boer territory as defeat looms and Germany offers protection. Had Salisbury gained more land for Britain he might have earned a decoration. If he valued Gladstone’s insight he would avoid angering many masses, yet his position remains precarious.
The piece lauds Thomas Edison for visionary ideas on electric harbor defenses, torpedo networks, and electrified water streams to paralyze attackers. It compares past skepticism to current progress in electrification, dyn amite use, and naval innovation, predicting future revolutions in warfare and city power.
Judge George G. Wright of Des Moines died at his home from indigestion and a fainting spell. Born March 24 1820 in Bloomington Indiana he moved to Iowa in 1840 and rose to chief justice of the Iowa Supreme Court in 1864 65 later serving in the U S Senate. His death sparked a stateside outpouring as the legislature adjourned to honor him and his legacy as a respected and upright public figure.
Carlisle urges mass buying of government 4 per cent bonds up to 8.1 billion dollars but notes Government revenue policy may reduce public acceptance. The plan to issue bonds to cover running expenses in peacetime is not seen as a guaranteed success.
Across the country organizers form Allison clubs not limited to Town. His worth and strength are recognized nationwide with growing mentions as the time nears. If he does not receive the renm he will prompt others to hustle or word Uitlander in dispatches from South Africa.
A sketch of future continuous rail travel spans from Baldwin locomotives to Siberia. If built, the Siberian railway may reach East Cape Behring Strait and allow an American coast to England rail route via bridged Behring Strait and Suez Canal scale feats. The piece notes estimated cost around 168.7 million dollars and compares the project to Suez. It also reports on Cass county gains in Des Moines with L K Hollowell and Sherman F Myers securing Senate Clerk roles, praising local support.
The United States, the richest nation with the lowest per capita debt, pays higher interest on bonds than England France Germany or Russia. England’s debt per person is 887 79 with 24 percent, France 154 with 8 percent, Germany 23 61 with 3 to 3 percent, while the United States faces 4 percent on a syndicate loan from private contract. The piece argues this is an outrage fostered by the ruling party.
The quote reflects on how hardship drives growth. It asserts that effort fuels muscle and mind, warning that constant ease yields weakness. The idea contrasts active struggle with complacency, suggesting people benefit from continual challenges to develop true strength.
The question of electing a county assessor by the people is debated. Proponents claim costs could be reduced and assessments made more uniform, while concerns arise about whether a single individual could complete the work in the available time. The issue invites thoughtful consideration.
A historic account describes a recent duel between two French statesmen with one wounded in the hip. The report notes if the wounded figure were populist his injury would target a vulnerable part and be seen as serious.
The book concern known worldwide for eight grand works pays annually 120 dollars from its profits to aid superannuated preachers widows and orphans. The Atlantic Telegraph, a leading western Iowa weekly, has improved and issued in a beautiful new dress, per The Guthrian.
An inquiry questions the fate of the Atlantic Improvement Club, praising it as a worthy organization and urging its continuation rather than its dissolution. The piece notes Acugeists sell Dr Miles Nerve Plastors.
The Malvern editor defends editorial independence and denounces sensational, spiteful reporting. He argues a respectable paper serves decent readers by avoiding jackal journalism and resisting cowardly pressure from vindictive voices seeking to muzzle truth.
A satirical column condemns idle young men who waste time courting and loitering on street corners. It champions skilled labor, grit, and honest toil, arguing women prefer industrious suitors over hollow, pampered dandies. The piece mocks aimless youth and urges self-reliance and ambition.
Hon H W Byers holds a clear field for speaker after Hon W S Allen and Hon H J Griswold withdraw. The two praised for generous action, signaling unity and readiness to begin business with harmony in the new session.
Marxer reports show corn at New York on January 1 1896 was 17 cents lower than at the start of 1895. The Wilson Gorman tariff reduced tide water corn prices by about one third. The election of a democratic administration has caused U S farmers to lose nearly one third of their product value.
Draxe expresses belief that votes cast for him were not counted in the last election. He questions the estimation of those seeking appointments at his hands about the number of votes they influenced. He says if all votes had been counted, the result would have been nearly unanimous.
Josefh B. ForRAKER looks set to succeed Senator Brice in the U S senate from Ohio. He is praised for practical skill and a strong brainy stock, positioning Foraker and Sherman as a potent Buckeye State ticket.
Those willing to be sacrificed for the good of the state by occupying office gather at the state capitol and Atlantic, hoping not to be left out in the cold. A few prominent citizens will represent the city.
It is said that Montana supports Allison as first choice and McKinley as second choice. It now appears many states may similarly back Allison as the top selection.
Grandson W1L11E grows a Little Marge for Grandmother Victoria to spank yet should speak kindly to Grandma about the Transvall matter.
Next Tuesday the twenty sixth Gen era Assembly will convene General Drake and Matt Parrott will be inaugurated on Thursday following. officials arrange formal ceremony and transfer of duties in the capital.
Senator Allison is poised for a fifth term as U S Senator from Iowa by the current legislature. Mo will visit Des Moines this week for a day or so, and his election appears certain with no opposition. Cleveland and Carlisle plan to offer bonds to the people as a Republican ally move, but their bungling approach may thwart the project.
A sharp rib at Denoonars who tout impractical schemes as great principles until they collapse under court scrutiny, with the supreme court delivering the decisive knock that ends the idea.
The Cedar Rapids Republican quotes a remark drawing a parallel between the English foreign office and Milton's devil, noting that its direction is uncertain and fraught with warning.
The United States is rich enough and strong enough to care for itself and it is hoped safe measures will be adopted so England is not allowed to force gold to a premium.
Maryland turned over four new tea arid for the first time in the history of the state as a republican governor was inaugurated. The ceremony occurred January 8, 1806.
Deary enters the Kentucky legislature and helps resolve a stalemate between republican and democratic factions, with hints of discord among Democrats. The Transvall incident spurs discussion, while the Monroe doctrine gains traction in Germany and England pursues its own aggressive stance.
Atlantic Iowa board of supervisors meeting notes from January 6 1896 detail new chairman RD Wilkin and seated members Abe Biggs L Mountain official bonds approved tax refunds authorized resignation accepted and committee to verify treasurer cash found 82814535 in banks. Additional items include road poll tax cancellations council appointments and annual treasurer report approved with adjournment to January 8.
County supervisors met in regular session with all members present. Minutes approved for January 8. Several official bonds were approved and multiple annual reports filed. The treasurer authorized to transfer funds and issue 15000 in funding bonds to cover county indebtedness. A poor farm plan and salaries were set for 1896. The day closed after adjournment pending auditor.
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