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Newspaper
Atlantic Weekly Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1893
Page
3
The message argues that if the Boies Idea wins, the public should be taxed to repay confiscated breweries and distilleries. It claims equity demands taxation for Woolen Mills Cotton Mills Iron Mills Steel Mills Pottery Mills Tin Mills Cigar Factories Linen Mills and Glass Works. It asserts President Cleveland intends to confiscate and has already confiscated many.
In a sharp critique of the Democratic Party, the speaker argues Democrats drift from Cleveland, mismanage the nation amid a financial panic, attack silver, the election law, pensions, and tariffs, while Republicans unite to recapture power. Banks push early closing, and the November battle to restore the old guard is urged.
The excerpts show Senator Balter defending the Democratic Party and criticizing Mr. Hales for sidestepping national issues in Iowa. He argues the party should pursue measures he has long supported, warns of patronage power, a dire financial climate, and widespread mortgage debt. He critiques calls to repeal the Sherman Act and mockingly links relief to beer policy and oil riches.
The governor laments confiscation causing hardship as 100000 woolen operators suffer bread shortages from Cleveland policy. He criticizes Cleveland’s handling, contrasting it with Buchanan, and travels the state refusing to accept the bread plea while ridiculing the appeal.
J Fritz Meyers cites the Denison Review accusing Republicans of being easily deceived by Democratic lies, recalling past corruption charges against Biagine and Harrison, a wine-bibber allegation, a pension attorney suspension, and a Rome ambassador bargain. The piece argues Republicans face intensified attacks as the better a man, the stronger the lies against him.
The remark accuses Nelson W. Aldrich Kelly and associates of corruption by recalling a tale that Van Alen allegedly bought the Italian ambassadorship for 50000 in cash to illustrate political scandal.
A political endorsement highlights Doctor Davis as a strong, practical candidate. The text lauds his rugged common sense, readiness to meet unexpected issues, and potential to represent the county and state well. It notes needed judgment for revising tax and revenue laws and for addressing federal finance questions.
Van Alen condemns the United States as unfit to live in while Governor Boies pushes to place the Van Alen party in control. The statement suggests the State House would be an unsuitable residence for him amid political maneuvering.
The article claims wage reductions since the last election, arguing the effect may not touch Cass county. It notes Western Union city operators faced a 10 percent salary cut. The piece suggests telegraph operators, seen as key players, influence the broader situation.
The letter denounces pension theft from Union deaf veterans across Minnesota Iowa and Nebraska blaming Democratic leadership in Cleveland and claims reform is needed. It endorses Frank D. Jackson for Iowa governor, arguing he stands for the party foundation and prosperity. R. L. Moone signs the piece.
Senator Balter withdraws long held support for the Governor and the Democratic ticket, deeming the party’s drift from its founders’ principles as irreversible. He cites Jefferson, Jackson and Douglas as foundational influences, contrasting them with today’s office seekers whom he calls hungry cormorants.
A rousing energy pervades congressional debate as Cameron of Pennsylvania pushes a favored approach amid gold-bond purchase plans and protectionist sentiment. The piece lauds American stake and criticizes opponents of the Conger Sherman act, framing the issue as a struggle between domestic and European factors.
David Scott leads the attack on a common political foe as Republican hopes hinge on his demand in the 9th district. A.G. McNeil of Brighton rising as a progressive young Republican, Morse of Victoria reports land investments and Cass county securities leading. Frank Symmonds highly popular among voters, and a Farm For Sale listing highlights 190 acres of prime bottom land with improvements and timber. Telegram offers fine stationary.
The Atlantic Democrat and Harlan Tribune applaud W F Cleveland of Harlan for re election as state senator. The piece surveys his 1890 vote on a bill to reduce legal interest from ten to eight percent, noting his initial committee stance and a later mis stated explanation. It argues voters deserve a truer statesman for four more years in the Iowa Senate.
Amusement column notes Mr Thomas W Keene will present Richard III at the opera house on Thursday night October 12 attracting society leaders and fashion followers. Mentions of dress beauty and jewelry enhancing the scene and performance. Also references local news from Atlantic Cass County and Chicago related items on trains and events.
Thousands from every section of this state attest they patronize our mail order department and find trustworthy goods cheaper than Chicago. We refund if not filled to your satisfaction and prepay express on orders ten dollars or more. Catalog of dry goods, garments, silks, woolens. Write for a copy. Des Moines, Ia.
A surrey carrying Mrs Aldrich Grace Aldrich and Pearl Hutton near the old packing house was struck when a frightened horse ran away. Grace was senseless. Pearl injured. Ed Findley thrown and later recovered. The report notes the buggy and horse were not badly damaged and calls it a disastrous runaway. Also mentions John Hopley’s death in Valparaiso and other local notes.
The distinguished tragedian Thomas W. Keene will headline the opera house Thursday evening October 12 in Richard II with a carefully selected company. He is acclaimed as the preeminent American tragedian since Booth and Barrett. Keene, supported by Edwin Arden Frank Hennig Carl Abrendt and others, promises a performance of substance and beauty.
Egyptian cotton underwear drops from 50c to 39c while fast black fleece lined cotton hose fall from 35c to 23c, for upcoming week. Local store advertises these special prices for women’s hosiery and undergarments.
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