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Newspaper
Benton County Times
Location
Vinton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1888
Page
3
A long passage reflects on the public treasury as a conduit for citizens taxes, condemning excessive excise and tariff measures. It cites Cleveland and Harrison, critiques the free list, questions tariff removals on opium and other items, and notes farm and bank concerns while forecasting voter discontent and moral warnings about oppressors.
The piece outlines a tariff reform push in the U.S. Senate after Democratic leaders faced public calls to cut taxes on life’s necessities. It notes a projected $75 million annual surplus reduction and lists items on the free list from acorns to opium. The rhetoric questions who benefits and emphasizes the political clash between party positions and popular demand.
The piece contrasts Republican policy with tax relief for manufacturers and big earners, noting abolition of direct taxes on manufacturers and other levies while arguing the poor remain taxed. It cites editorials from St. Paul Globe and Sioux City Tribune criticizing proposed whisky, tobacco free policy and higher import taxes.
The firm informs customers of a move two blocks east into a lighter store room. They praise past support, announce an expanded seasonal stock with a complete line, and promise good values across all price ranges while urging shoppers to inspect the stock before buying elsewhere.
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