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Newspaper
Atlantic Weekly Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1896
Page
3
A public note warns members of the present legislature to avoid professional lobbyists flocking to the capital. It argues hearings should be held only before committees, condemns private audiences, and urges banishing lobbyists to preserve lawmakers’ integrity and independent judgment amid many upcoming decisions.
Governor Jackson presents a lengthy message to both legislative branches reviewing state institutions and opposing a state board of control. He proposes biannual visits by the executive council to report financial and other needs, urges stricter assessment laws to tax property at full value, and discusses education, the mulet law, and declining licenses under prohibition. The document emphasizes revenue, taxation, and state needs.
The churches of the city are this week holding a series of meetings with large attendance and many converts. Pastors preach powerful sermons, aided by congregational members, in a zealous effort to better the community and elevate society. The note urges support from all to continue the good work. Meanwhile Cuban forces near victory against Spain are reported in several engagements, seizing arms and rail links as Spanish troops retreat toward Havana.
The article notes skepticism over a bond bill passing Congress with fears of a veto, while the revenue bill is expected to pass possibly with amendments. It outlines party dynamics, estimates Senate composition around Dupont’s arrival, and signals a possible compromise on tariff and financial policy. It also references a Turkish Red Cross boycott, US senator placements, and Utah leaders.
From this distance it looks as though the Armenians would receive a great deal more protection from the murderous assaults of the Turks if all but one or two of the so called Christian nations would withdraw their gunboats from Turkish waters. Their main object seems to be that neither does anything toward relieving or protecting those who need protection. A great many outrages are committed or at least permitted in the name of Christianity.
Hoge Smits drew strong Republican rebuke during the house discussion on the pension appropriation bill. Democrats urged an end to outrages upon soldiers and suggested pensions as vested and sacred rights, beyond doubt by any future pension office holder.
The elderly politician believes democracy will easily nominate a candidate in 1896. He suggests he might stand as a sacrifice for the party, joking about taking a job in a dime museum as the last Democrat to seek the presidency.
The state of New York will safeguard the grave of John Brown, praising the act as gracious. Sioux City Journal questions funding after Cleveland plans to borrow 100 million dollars.
Iowa Republicans in Washington declare unanimous support for Senator Allison as presidential candidate. Delegation conference names General D B Henderson, Senator Gear, and Representative Hepburn to push the movement. State GOP and congressional committee to cooperate as leading Republicans nationwide rally for his candidacy.
In a correction the Telegraph clarifies that after the Cass County Bank failure Treasurer Brown borrowed funds to cover the loss and has turned his salary over to a trustee to repay those loans. The county and supervisors are not involved. Brown protects the county by settling the debt he incurred.
Speaker Byers proposes a plan to finish the code work without a special session, though a special session may be necessary. Emphasis is on a thorough job, avoiding carelessness, and relying on capable lawyers in both branches to do a solid job. The speaker urges action over endless talk and readiness to listen after negotiations.
The text notes Governor Moxey ending his term to devote time to a presidential campaign and contrasts his prospects with Allison who has already begun cultivating similar ambitions. It suggests McKinley might be chosen, but Allison’s prospects would suit western Republicans better, given Iowa origins.
The speaker argues the United States should stop hesitating to recognize Cuban belligerents. Spain has recently been forced to recognize them as belligerents, making delay unnecessary. The speaker notes Spain did not hurry to recognize allies during earlier tensions and calls for timely action.
The discussion favors maintaining the current law and enforcing the $600 tax on sellers. It argues against expanding breweries in small towns and resists applying the manufacture law, preferring to drive more operators out of business rather than risk broad changes.
The speaker laments a costly 1892 experiment causing low spirits, factory closures, ruined cattle, and stagnation. He cites more than $250,000,000 in increased bonds payable and a widespread loss of faith in the administration to manage national affairs.
Tuers notes western farms yield abundant corn as farmers keep most of the harvest off market. Past experience shows they expect better prices, and a country tour confirms only a small portion has been sold while the bulk remains stored on farms.
Iowa Republicans from Des Moines to Muscatine praise Senator Allison as best qualified for the presidency. Governors Drake and Jackson, Lieutenant Governor Parrott, and many state lawmakers call him safe, conservative, and broadly acceptable to the nation. Des Moines Register, Cedar Rapids Gazette, and others tout his westward appeal and nationwide unity.
The inaugural speech marks a decisive, plain English platform from Gov Drake, outlining education and charitable support while deferring liquor questions to the legislature. Democrats critique national topics but concede overall strength, noting Kentucky Governor Bradley’s tax concerns and the alleged $600,000 state treasurer loss under Tate.
The sole member elected on a fusion ticket announces he is not a populist. He gratefully accepted Populist help to win but now insists he will not be linked with them or share their label once seated.
The Iowa Tribune changes hands with Uncle Thomas Merepits selling half interest to SB Crane of Davenport, populist candidate for governor last year, and half to grandson Edwin Meredith of Des Moines. Crane and J B Gass named editors, with Gass likely handling wind work. The piece notes The Alligon boom not yet sweeping Indianapolis Canton Albany and Washington. It also argues Cleveland’s legacy, Wilson-Gorman bill, and gold versus silver debate amid new gold finds in Colorado.
The article notes England's flying squadron is fully equipped and ready to move but unsure what or who it will target. It warns the group to avoid compromising its mission by losing support or "wings" in the process.
Ou10 gains two of its own citizens in the United States Senate as Trig arrives as governor and Parrott occupies an upstairs seat for official business.
The piece argues arranging a countrywide bank loan to absorb funds from small savers who seek safe, steady interest. It suggests bonds accessible to common people will attract gold savings, while corn-fed hogs rise in price amid cholera impacts. This could lift prices for other farm products as well.
The 25th of this month marks the 137th anniversary of Robert Burns, celebrated by benevolent societies especially within Scottish and Presbyterian teagues.
J9 18 reports England has secured a large pork contract with Armour and Co. The war scare may steer western farmers to hope for gains from the arrangement, regardless of wartime events.
The piece notes political tensions in Canada that weaken bonds with Great Britain and may spur pro annexation sentiment toward the United States. It highlights a shift in loyalties and possible acceleration of unionist inclinations amid current complications.
The Morgan Syndicate appears dead with no mourners. public loan support grows as indications point to local people taking charge if given a fair chance. The comment suggests grassroots action to manage the loan.
Congress faces urgent resolutions to grant beligerent rights to Cubana or risk missing the moment. If delayed, only acknowledgment of independence remains possible.
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