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Newspaper
Atlantic Weekly Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1897
Page
3
By Ayres and Hollowell. Subscription terms listed for daily edition and other options. Daily Telegram published every evening except Sunday, with latest general news and market reports.
The piece argues blame for farming losses is not universal and urges changes. It highlights profitable sectors like wheat, cattle, dairy, poultry, and mutton, while recommending shifts to pasture and diversification. It notes success ties to careful planning, industry, and gradual gains rather than quick leaps.
The article argues for better country roads nationwide to benefit farmers. It emphasizes proper drainage, lowering hills and filling hollows, installing large culverts to avert flood damage, and grading from hilltops toward culverts to reduce team strain.
Residents argue spring road work yields lasting results, as summer rains and traffic reduce damage. Proper grading must be level to prevent water seeping into lows. Bridges over small streams are often undersized and fail in floods. Where materials are scarce burnt clay is proving durable, though road-building remains time consuming and labor intensive to achieve lasting excellence.
Gov. Black of Wisconsin criticizes current civil service practice as too rigid and political. He supports merit and fitness as the core, faulting exams that resemble school tests and favoring incumbents who retain their jobs regardless of performance.
A Davenport charity effort to aid the needy faced scrutiny as only 26 of 48 applicants worked at a wood yard receiving pay. One man sawed two cords, six sawed one cord, seven a half cord each, while twelve did little work. The piece urges strict checks to distinguish the truly needy and to deny aid to those who won’t work, especially to protect women and children.
Senator Julian Phelps said he would not push a state cigarette measure during the special session. He praised current law but urged waiting for a Wilson style federal package law or a broad cigarette prohibition. He noted enforcement in small towns reduced cigarette sales and cited national sentiment.
The old men for counsel saying fits John Sherman for secretary of state in McKinley's cabinet. Critics call him too old, but supporters insist no cabinet post needs more mature experience and statesmanship. Sherman is deemed highly qualified for the arduous duties.
The passage argues that deep government experience is essential for effective diplomacy. It notes that seasoned diplomats, often older, bring maturity and broad understanding to handling diverse problems, reflecting a view that experience underpins successful international relations.
The nephew of Gen Robert E Lee and son of Fitzhugh Lee failed in his West Point examination. Relatives in exalted positions do not guarantee success. a boy must work hard to maintain his standing. Acknowledging assistance helps, but personal effort remains essential for advancement.
A speaker argues against pursuing annexation or additional territory such as Canada or Cuba. He contends the nation already has sufficient land for growth and defense, and urges using available funds to strengthen existing holdings rather than expansion at present. He warns that more territory would require greater protection and development costs in the future.
The State Register states the treasury runs 90000 dollars behind daily and will remain so until March fourth or longer if a revenue tariff is enacted. It claims the tariff will restore prosperity while criticizing Democrats who supported the administration for worsening the fiscal gap and demanding quick improvements.
The committee heard testimonies showing individuals push their own interests without regard to others or the general welfare. It praises a competent impartial panel to study the matter and set schedules to raise revenue while protecting national interests. It states no radical measures will be recommended.
The text argues that exports have exceeded imports, boosting gold reserves and easing gold outflows while the tide could reverse. It claims a gold basis strengthens credit, but emphasizes that the trade balance mainly determines gold movement until international silver agreements alter the system.
Speculation abounds on John Sherman’s stance as secretary of state toward Cuba. In his Recollections he notes Canada and Mexico should remain independent republics, valuable to the United States, and vows to strengthen US prosperity without extending its territory or adding foreign risks.
The nation holds unmatched capacity and skilled labor to rapidly construct first class battleships and munitions if circumstances demand it. All resources are available domestically to initiate, maintain, and fully equip such efforts.
The piece argues assessors will inspect property for fair taxation. It notes that ready money and loans understate wealth, lowering assessments and tax receipts. It claims many try to evade taxes, especially those who could pay, stressing honesty in returns.
Would be candidates for county and legislative offices size up the field a strategic approach to nominating. With nearly three months since the last election candidates urge voters to know they are active and ready.
A Missouri legislator reacted in a towering rage after a St. Louis paper criticized him. He denounced the editor as a thief liar and a murderer at heart and urged he should hunt him down and kill him. The piece notes such anger is often hollow and editors keep public figures honest.
Somer publishers sue over using The Last Battle title and Bryan asks the court to restrain them from using a title so near The First Battle. He asserts this injures his book sales. The piece questions applying theory to practice in upholding rights.
Wisconsin has joined Georgia and several other states in a determined effort to restrain trusts. The piece argues that with new means to curb them, many trusts may break up on their own, as they dislike costly losses and will not continue losing money. A rational attack is seen as more effective than fanatic demagoguery.
The author argues populists misjudge the privilege of money issuance. They claim national banks close to reopen under state law lacking issuance rights. If critics understood the national banking law as well as they claim, they would grasp the reasoning behind these legal changes.
In South Dakota Senator Hansborough and North Carolina Senator Pritchard faced populist retirements but won reelection. Pfeffer was defeated while Dubois and Kyle, in Pfeffer's class, struggle to gain ground amid the renewed Senate returns.
Senator Teller, just re-elected by the Colorado legislature, says Sherman is unfit for McKinley’s cabinet post. He speculates Teller would be better for the state and notes Sherman’s alleged reaction at a convention, implying he did not seek re election as senator.
Bitty Mason of Iowa is chosen senator from Illinois, touted as a good pick. The machine failed to impose a ward heel er on the state for which the Republican Party would have been accountable, and the Democrats and Popocrats would have roasted Altgeld for six years. Democrats or Popocrats gain nothing in crowing over Altgeld’s vote for him as their senatorial candidate.
Idaho, South Dakota, Washington, and Oregon linger in senator selections with multiple candidates. Kansas rejected Peffer, replacing him with a Harris option. name may aid him, but success remains uncertain.
The United States supreme court has determined and fixed the boundary between Iowa and Missouri. A narrow strip was in dispute, but the settlement eases long standing trouble for both states, and the decree's significance outweighs the land involved.
McKinley works through cabinet timber as hopeful Americans await posts. Many citizens tour Canton seeking an audience with McKinley to secure a chance at appointments and favorable placements.
Speaker Reed is inclined to delay appropriations for improvements until the treasury is replenished. The public generally supports this cautious approach, though it may thwart ambitious congressmen seeking large funds to bolster local standing.
The text notes that biographies of new cabinet members will be written after induction, with any past misdeeds revealed for public benefit. It claims no malice, but asserts transparency to prevent public imposition.
Exposures from a New York Seeley dinner reveal that upper society shares much of the same vice seen in poorer districts. The high life divorce suits are cited as evidence that society requires purification, not just the slums.
Senator Wotocorr meets cordial reception in England and learns the mood on an international silver agreement. He notes a more liberal sentiment now versus past years and a greater inclination to consider the proposal.
Chief Justice Kinne is described as a profound lawyer and upright judge, the first Democrat Iowa has had in forty two years. The outlook suggests another Democrat will likely not fill the office for many years.
The question arises when the Sultan will inaugurate reforms demanded by foreign powers. The Turk appears to proceed in his own smooth way despite the pressures and expectations from the powers.
The Indianapolis Journal argues the U S should mind its own business protect its interests defend its honor and avoid entangling alliances and quarrels. The paper suggests adherence to this approach would reduce trouble and improve national well-being.
In several large cities saloon keepers complain of hard times and closures, citing business decline. The piece notes that while misfortune affects many, there can be compensating benefits from these changes.
The passage urges Iowa legislators to remember they were elected as public agents to protect the people’s interests, not corporate agendas, and emphasizes accountability to constituents while Des Moines hosts corporate attorneys safeguarding interests.
The current weather trend may freeze the grippe and produce ice for next summer. Ice men have welcomed the development, believing it will yield abundant ice.
Traveling men in all lines report an improved winter trade and brighter spring prospects. They describe themselves as good trade thermometers and say their indications seldom fail.
The text notes that large cities tax authorities and charities as destitute people surge in urban areas. It adds that country residents romanticize city life but the cities are the worst place on earth for a poor person.
Senator Teller is set to win another senate term but loses the standing and influence he once held. His switch of parties and desertion of the cause diminished his political clout, marking a clear fall from former prominence.
England faces a heated campaign as Irish and educational questions gain voter interest, potentially defeating the Saulabury government. The rising focus on these topics signals a shift in political dynamics and campaign priorities nationwide.
Ex President Harrison is said to be slated for ambassador to England If he accepts the English people will hear some good straight American talk for a change and you can depend upon it.
Observers note lawmakers remain quiet, a sign that they are doing solid, unhurried work. Silence among legislators is framed as productive governance and prudent handling of issues.
In a cabinet reshuffle announcement Senator Davis of Minnesota will replace Sherman on the foreign relations committee. Davis is described as well fitted for the position and a strong Mane.
A Texas man reportedly keeps sixteen wives with no divorces, described as an original and confirmed fiatist. The claim portrays a notable personal record and lifestyle choice unique to his case.
Senator Teller speaks on his opinion of Senator Sherman though Sherman has not yet issued a response. The exchange highlights ongoing political stance without a confirmed reply from Sherman.
Promotes topical use only, claiming to cure tetter eczema itch and facial eruptions without internal medicine. Advertises Swayne s Ointment as having great healing powers and urges readers to ask their druggist for it.
Des Moines reports the extra session begins briskly with decisive plans. Most work will occur in committee rooms, focusing on the code and revenue bill. Anticipation runs high that manufacturers legislation may be dropped to avoid resubmission and lengthy delays. L. E. H.
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