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Newspaper
Atlantic Weekly Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1893
Page
6
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In a crowded Cass county political lament, critics challenge Senator W. F. Cleveland for voting against a simple 8 cent bill after serving in committee on it. They accuse him of misapprehension and call for accountability, arguing the legislator should know what he votes for.
The Telegraph argues Republicans in the House have abandoned party ties to back Mr. Cleveland's policy. It condemns the 100 Republicans for supporting the Wilson repeal, calls their actions ignoble and cowardly, and urges Republicans to show real resolve in defending the election law and pensions amid silver concerns. It frames loyalty and courage as the test of Republican blood.
President Beard shear defends Republican temperance policy urging practical action to enforce the platform against law-breaking. He cites statewide travel and support for prohibition, stating no Republican intends to bolt and urging true temperance friends to stay united.
The town defends Aunt Sally Jameson, praising her as Cass County’s most charitable, active woman. She is mother of Macy Jameson, Republican, who has helped countless neighbors, nursed the sick, kissed many babies, and hung out many cloths, earning a unique local esteem.
The article discusses the Rubber trust created under Cleveland's administration. Doctor Chase claimed in his paper that democrats would outlaw the trust within six years. Instead, new trusts arise weekly and Mr. Olney, whose duty is to end trusts, owns certificates in one of them.
A 1892 letter argues that under a Republican administration the Standard Oil Trust dissolved then reformed under a new name, merging into Standard Oil as reforms failed. It cites Henry M Flagler trustee meeting led by Willam Rockafellow and attorney C T Dodd, with Cleveland’s administration and Olney’s DOJ blamed for policy shifts. The piece taunts Democrats to defend the administration.
A historical critique accuses the rubber trust of expanding under democracy, naming Candee Rubber Woonsocket Wales Goodyear Meyer Jersey New Brunswick companies. It claims rubber prices rose 25 percent, bonds barred resale, and Chicago dealers were forced to yield to trust terms. The piece predicts higher winter overshoes and recalls a pledge that wage gains would lower living costs.
Job Card is praised as a man of the people with enduring friendships among army, town, and country allies. The piece highlights his growing campaign and suggests the strength he would lend to his party ticket.
The Democrat is described as the most subdued paper in Iowa on the trust question. It avoids defending Cleveland Boies and 9-Trust Olney. The doctor is stated to be hard pushed.
A vociferous critique condemns the Iowa Democratic stance on liquor local option. It argues against selective personal liberty while urging uniform enforcement, condemns Governor Boies and local Democrats, and praises the Republican platform for strict liquor taxation and law enforcement across townships, districts, and municipalities.
Doctor Chase cites voter questions on election outcomes. He mentions Julian Phelps and Dr. Davis and asserts the Republican platform opposes the Democratic option plank. The speakers denounce cross road whiskey fights, tax hikes, and feuds, promising firm stances and unity against perceived disorder.
A harsh critique accuses Democrats of fraud and treason while naming several treasurers as thieves. The piece mocks Democratic claims about corruption and warns of stagnation after Democrats won, citing stalled starch mills, job losses, wage drops, and a fundraising push in Chicago.
A county political clash vows to curb Democratic attacks on candidates Davis Phelps Cleveland. Speakers defend Doctor Davis and Julian Phelps, praise Mr. Cleveland and threaten retaliation if abuse continues, declaring the bully era in Cass County politics is ending.
The statement backs W. C. Moyer for county superintendent despite mixed feelings about his party loyalty. The writers praise him as an excellent school man while urging Republicans to stand by Moyer in the election.
The republican nominee for coroner is Dr W F Graham. He is a near old settler in Atlantic with a large county practice built by business focus and professional success. Graham is described as ardent and loyal to the party and expected to win a strong vote.
In Cass County, a man identified by Jac and Jae is cited as benefiting from promised higher wages due to the Cleveland administration. The pension expert Doctor Chase is mentioned as a factor, with comments on his reaction to defend Cleveland.
A newspaper note asserts the Democratic ticket is superior to Cleveland’s slate. It warns several named figures including Studley Breece Rezner Harris Heaton Porterfield Dan Breen and Hank Cavenaugh against trading for Cleveland. The piece emphasizes the ticket’s overall quality.
Hiram Blake says Frank Symmonds would make a No 1 supervisor and stands a good chance of election. Blake adds that Symmonds has strong prospects, framed as favorable remarks for the candidate.
A reader from Atlantic writes that the Republican convention appeared free of bosses, with a diverse crowd of German Norwegian Swedish and Irish members. In contrast the Democratic convention is praised for orderly unanimous nominations led by Dr. Chase and the Doctor, depicting Cass County as ruled by a master mind and a machine. The writer notes sympathy for common voters and mocks political boss control, closing with Peter Plumtree promising further word.
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