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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1891
Page
2
The Bloomfield Indiana Democrat warns readers about the new tax law affecting farmers and banks, argues for reductions in county and township levies, and explains how state funds and local taxes should shape next year’s tuition and school budgets. It urges voters to support a prudent levy and cites the farmers reading circle and other local topics.
Henry W. Laut of Laut & Smith tin roofing in Indianapolis says pre tariff rise he bought 100 boxes of roofing tin for 14.50 a box and now pays 18.50. He estimates tin use costs rise by about 1500 yearly and extra tariff funds McKinley’s Ohio campaign. He notes canned goods shelves also rise, harming the poor who cannot buy in bulk.
The Despcrate office has printed coupon books in all sizes in stock for merchants. We will fill your order for any books you need.
Advertises Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as the cheapest blood purifier sold through druggists with a guarantee. Money refunded if it fails to benefit or cure, ensuring customers pay only for the good they receive.
Prohibition camp meeting excursion tickets priced to Vincennes will go on sale August 22 to 27 via the Indianapolis and Vincennes railroad from Worthington and southern stations. Tickets are valid for return until August 21.
The editor tours Duluth noting its rapid growth, vast harbor, rail networks, and wealth. He highlights the Great Northern Railway’s role, a booming grain market, 40,000 population growth, and the city’s grand boulevard, water works, and culture. He praises Hoosier visitors and urges summer trips to Duluth.
An institute program spans August 24 to 28 in the Court House with morning and evening sessions. Lectures cover mind theory by Prof Boone, methods in spelling and reading, geography and history, and general educational topics led by educators including Mrs Holtzclaw, Miss Edmunds, and Prof Boone. Daily discussions, adjournments, and a public education focus mark the event.
Danville Indiana hosts a Friday schedule with J A Joseph presiding. Events include historical course viewing by Prof Boone, object lessons by Leessie Hays, spelling method by Miss Elmounds, reading field by Prof Boone, teacher preparation by Hettie Bartley, and a misc business adjournment. The note adds use of Dead Shot for hog and chicken cholera.
New York Aug 18 The American Agriculturist estimates farmers will gain about $1 billion in profits over last years downturn. Projected crops include 2.0 billion bushels of corn, 0.5 billion wheat, 0.622 billion oats, total 3.122 billion, 28.8% above last year and 15.7% above the eleven year average. Values: corn $1.0B, wheat $0.5B, oats $0.25B. Cotton rice cattle tobacco hops and fruit expected favorable prices. no war prices anticipated. export outlook strong.
William D. Washburn of Minneapolis, visiting Paris, says Europe faces crop shortfalls in wheat rye and corn and the United States could supply a 200 million bushel surplus. He cites Russia Austria Hungary Germany and France as exporters facing reduced yields and notes potential effects on prices and farmer behavior. meanwhile the British Bank of Australia suspends operations.
The notice lists upcoming state elections across Maryland Texas New York Ohio Pennsylvania Kentucky Nebraska Mississippi Iowa Massachusetts Virginia New Jersey and summarizes Mrs Sarah Polk widow of President James K Polk dying at Nashville aged 88 after a prayer blessing surrounded by family in the Polk mansion death occurred August 15 with burial to follow.
A Pekin dispatch shows the powers unified in demanding China shield foreigners after mobs attacked missions in the Yangtse region. The joint note pressures immediate protection of lives and property for non Chinese residents. In other news, a Portsmouth man killed in a foundry quarrel and a water dispute grows between Bridgeport and Martin's Ferry over supply from Martin's Ferry works.
Seymour Indiana August 18 A lightning strike razed Hon W N McDonalds large barn in the southern part of the city and its contents. About 150 pounds of dynamite stored nearby was removed in time to prevent an explosion. August 19 Patrick OBrien a 22 year old brake man on the Ohio and Mississippi line was killed at Shields station when the westbound express ran over him. August 15 Moonesville resident Harry Leathers found 300 in buried money under a chimney during demolition.
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