Bloomfield Democrat circulation claim and publication details
The Bloomfield Democrat declares itself the only all home print paper in the county and claims double the circulation of any newspaper. It urges advertisers to check subscription books and lists a yearly price of 1.50. The paper is entered at Bloomfield Indiana as second class matter.
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Democrat
Bloomfeld Indiana
Riage
Loxpon
Charles Stewart Parnell
Kate O'Shea
Steining
Sussex
Tax dodgers face new law and political notes
The report notes favorable indications for Democrats in Iowa this fall. A 7 percent tin tariff goes into effect Wednesday and tinware prices may rise. Blaines friends announce his Republican nomination bid for president. Illinois Senator Cullom declares a Republican candidacy. A high pole stands in a northern prison with a flag. County superintendent party balance shows 63 Democrats to 29 Republicans. Michigan City residents praised for hospitality, matching Bloomfield in warmth.
Honest assessment under new tax law pins man down
A Paoli News item notes a man caught by the new tax law must list all property for taxation, casting light on the duty of honest assessment and the consequence for those who evade it.
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Paoli News
Linton
Democratic press backs new Indiana tax law in 1892 campaign
The Democratic editors statewide endorse the tax law and election reform, praising the measure as popular and beneficial. They foresee unity, vigor, and earnest campaigning at Lake Maxinkuckee, with the party united in promoting the law and poised for the upcoming convention.
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Indiana
Lake Maxinkuckee
Prison Bribery Law and Northern Prison Report
The text cites penalties for bribery of a public officer under revised statutes and praises the Northern Prison. James W. French administers the prison, described as well-run with clean conditions, healthy inmates, and a large library. A night school is offered for literacy.
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James W. French
Isst
Isy
French
Increased state levy supports charities and orphans
The 6 cent levy funds Indiana charitable, reformatory, benevolent institutions and the soldiers' orphans home. The piece argues no one should leave the state for this contribution, praising Indiana’s low levies and strong institutions as the result of Democratic leadership.
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Soldiers’ Orphans Home
Indiana
Tax Law Benefits Average Greene County Taxpayers
The piece argues the new tax law harms the rich while benefiting the average taxpayer. It claims Greene County residents with modest property, including a $1400 value, would escape taxes on half their value. higher valued banks and corporations gain larger exemptions. It insists the wealthy and large entities should oppose the law, not the common taxpayer.
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Greene County
Taxations Split By Parties In State Debates
A reader condemns Republican taxes on par value and Democrats for property levies to fund state charitable and reform institutions and the soldiers orphans home. The piece notes a separate 6 cent levy for these institutions and criticizes the press for partisan double standards.
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Democratic Party
Democratic Editors Gather at Lake Maxinkuckee
The Indiana Democratic Editorial Association met at Lake Maxinkuckee with about two hundred editors and guests. Memorials honored Joseph E. McDonald Col Thomas B Byrnes and Col John Lee. The day featured business talks a tax law discussion and a tariff policy resolution.
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Indiana Democratic Editorial Association
Thomas B. Byrnes
Joe. T. Beasley
Democratic Editorial Association Hosts Mid Summer Meeting In Michigan City
The group praises new election tax and miners protection laws while denouncing evasion. Members tour the Michigan City state prison, enjoy a boat ride on lake Michigan, and thank railroads and officials for hospitality. Notables include J.W. French, H.H. Francie, and state Democrats.
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Michigan Cty
Michigan City
State Prison
North
French
Hoosier Slide
Lake Michigan
Democratic Editoriaal Association
Vandalia
Big Four
Lake Erie & Western Railroads
Erie & Western
J. W. French
H. H. Francie
Chicago
Lake Maxinkuckee
Mathews
Smith
Dunn
Sweeney
Reinhart
Herck
Niblack
No Free Farms in Brazil Scarcity of Honest Promises for Irish Immigrants
Francis Yourell an Irish laborer details a brutal Brazil voyage. Promises of free passage and farms proved false as he and others were exploited by an immigration agency. They endured disease, beatings, starvation, and prison prior to escaping.
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CuHicaco
Hugo
Francis Yourell
Brazil
Yourell
Dublin
Liverpool
Arcania
Lisbon
Russia Faces Worst Harvest On Record Amid Famine
The Telegraph reports from St. Petersburg that Russia faces a dire harvest with prices for cereals rising hourly. Winter crops perished by frost across south and east, famine showing on peasants' faces in Kostroma, and disease spreading. Meals are scarce with improvised substitutes. In Karen indigents receive meals. six nobles and seventy six priests noted among recipients.
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Munger
the Telegraph
St. Petersburg
Russia
Kostroma
Karen
Rovnopol
Winter Hardships and Government Controls Reported
The text describes people dying from danger and hundreds huddling in crowded rooms for warmth. It notes advertisements of children for sale in some papers and mentions the government taking precautions to prevent revolts. Taxes are collected regularly, with severe penalties for nonpayment.
Tin plate prospects in America attract Wales delegates
Sixty Welsh tin plate working district delegates travel to the United States to assess employment prospects. American agents in London lure tin plate workers with modern machines and double wages, sparking talk of a potential mass Wales-to-America exodus if reports prove favorable.
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Lexpos
the Times
Wales
United States
London
America
Iron and Steel Institute
Newspapers Prove Superior for Advertisers, Says Rail Line
A historical note urges advertisers to favor newspapers as the most efficient medium after tests by the Pennsylvania Railway, which found posters and other media inferior in reach and cost. It adds guidance on concise bold messaging and avoiding claims of dirt cheap goods or rival denigration.
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Pennsylvania Railroad
Pennsylvania Railway Company
Pennsylvania
Exchange
Advertising Canons and Trade Ethics From 19th Century Sages
Aged thinkers warn buyers and sellers to favor quality and fairness in trade. An aspiring factory owner learns to offer best goods at low prices while a rival pushes high prices for poor quality. The era favors simple, truthful publicity and prudent, timely self promotion.
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New York
The Criterion of Value in Advertising
The piece cites Printers' Ink on advertising that truly influences an advertiser's profits and notes Troy Press on advertising aptitude delivering notable returns.
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Troy Press
General Alger Sees Blaine as Likely Nominee in West
General Alger, fresh from a western tour, says Blaine can secure the presidential nomination if he desires. He adds Harrison as a second choice, notes Democratic strength for Cleveland, and predicts old soldiers will influence the contest more than in 1888.
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Harrison
Omabta
Alger
Ius
Blaine
America
Western
Cleveland
President Harrison's Swing Around the Circle Recap
The World prints a full chronicle of President Harrison's 31 day tour covering over 10 000 miles from Seattle to Galveston and through the south and west. He gave 142 speeches and a personal interview praising national unity and future prosperity. Also California adviser urges rejection of a 300 000 exhibit appropriation as unconstitutional.
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New York
Harrison
Galveston
Seattle
South
Pacific
Carolinas
Tennessee
Georgia
United States
Texas
Midland
Hogg
California
Pacific Slope
Oregon
Puget Sound
Advertising as a Persistent Merchant Drumbeat
A series of quotes from York Gazette Nashville Banner and Solomon argue for proactive visible advertising. The message stresses timely, fresh, impressive ads to attract customers and avoid dull times. It urges merchants to publish offerings and present personal interviewing style in ads.
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Nashville Banner
Varied Notes From National Item Headlines
A collage of items notes a white New York girl prompting Ralph Langston’s arrest amid engagement scandal, Lake Erie fruit hopes, rising sugar costs, Alabama iron ore leadership, Parnell’s potential U.S. visit, and World’s Fair finance. Also reports floods, rail, and crime incidents across states with multiple local actions.
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Helen Griff
New York
Ralph Langston
Langston
Virginia
Lake Erie Islands
Alabama
Pennsylvania
Parnell
America
Francis Murphy
Minnesota
Maine
Boston
United States Navy
J. E. Bort
Ohio
Indiana
United States
Brazil
New England
Florida
Chicago
New York Harbor
Frank Melbourn
Canton
Boies
Down
Standard Oil Company
Germany
Missouri River
Atchison
Congress of Venezuela
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Henry Sweetland
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Decatur
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Will Brannon
Pointcreek
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Catlettsburg
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Missouri
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New Amsterdam
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