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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1893
Page
2
A brief item notes that the dollar of our dice is now worth 100 cents, reflecting a shift in value. No additional details or context provided.
A local editorial condemns a group described as a know nothing organization and criticizes the Republicans for monopolizing county power. The piece argues such dominance breeds arrogance and warns of consequences for the community.
Editorial questions why the Jefferson County board refused the lowest bid for gravel roads and opened bids before noon, suggesting political influence. The piece criticizes the Republican majority and calls for tariff reform while noting the Voorhees bill and silver coinage shifts.
The Indiana state government reports an $80,000 fee for filing the Baltimore and Ohio Southwestern railway company articles of incorporation. The Democrat notes resident Joshua Jump is appointed internal revenue supervisor for the district. The piece critiques party politics and federal revenue service plans, predicting broader reforms.
The author argues recovery of business depends on time and natural conditions not miracle cures. He criticizes excessive manipulation and praise of free trade and lenient regulation. Bulls and bears may swing in the grain pit, while the country gradually improves under recuperative powers.
A letter advocates taxing Greenbacks, arguing it would cut taxation by tenfold and curb bank exchange across states. It cites seasonal liquidity restrictions in Kentucky and anecdotes of loans delayed until after April, urging immediate enactment of the bill.
The Democrat editor was appointed on Tuesday as Supervisor of Indiana schools. The post pays 150 yearly plus daily expenses, and was obtained not by him but secured by Congressman Bretz and Senator Vorhees. The choice replaces six district supervisors with a single general supervisor in an economy move by the Democratic administration.
The report praises Republican gains nationwide. Ohio leads with a 60 000 to 75 000 plurality and two thirds control in both houses. Town and Massachusetts swing Republican, New York backs the full slate, New Jersey shows gains, while Virginia Maryland and Kentucky stay in Democratic hands.
A long read notes the transformation of a 10 000 acre former waterlogged marsh into arable land. Backers Short Ramsey and Hendren drain and tile the region, offering rent ready plots and promising soil suited for corn and cord crops. Local buyers urged to inspect at the courthouse and secure parcels before others take the land.
A Koyansport Pharos analysis questions blame for the current economic slump. It cites Democratic accountability for droughts and cyclones, and Republican claims that overproduction and the Sir Kinley tariff law hurt manufacturing and employment.
Jasper Courier denounces a supposed bargain among Cleveland Sherman Voorhees and Lodge as demonetization revived to harm labor and favor bankers. The piece claims the House debate will force longer debt labor, higher interest, and poorer times for workers, while the rebuttal letter calls the article false and untrue.
John W Axe to Retta Shepherd John Fry to Rvecca A Rocksberry Henry Folk to Rosa Bailey John W Bennett to Debbie Sinclair Ira E Adams to Sarah M Saucerman W W Dake to Emma Sexson
M. Mos, editor of the Bloomfield Democrat, was named supervisor of Indian schools today. He had sought the internal revenue collector post but withdrew to pursue superintendent of the Indian schools. He is described as one of Indiana’s best endorsed candidates.
A column features a 532 page pamphlet on the A. P. A. claims and pricing. Newberry readers ad for Crooks and Cushman store offers prices and prompt service. a medical ad promotes Vail's Catarrh Cure with a $100 guarantee. local Jefferson Township gravel road contracts awarded with bids and totals listed.
The report notes Congress moves the silver repeal bill to be considered later after filibuster attempts, Senate debates over circuit court siting and desert land payments, and adjournment actions. House and Senate pass a Chinese exclusion act extension and a concurrent adjournment resolution, with sine die adjournment at 3 p.m.
The Senate approved the unconditional repeal bill by 43 to 82 after over eight hours of debate. The House concurred in Senate amendments at 2 50 p m and sent the bill to President Cleveland, who signed it at 1 25 after reading it aloud with Carlisle Olney and Thurber present.
Brigham, the traveler and lecturer, returned from South America with observations on Peru Bolivia Ecuador and the Amazon journey. He argues descendants of Spaniards are decaying and that Anglo Saxons alone can redeem and develop South American nations.
One hundred acres of land for sale with a new five room frame house and splen did water, a young orchard and other good buildings. Rich land described as one of the county’s best 100 acre farms. One fourth cash and balance on easy payments. Inquire at Clerks office for details.
Reports from Nashville and North Carolina detail four lynched Black individuals near Lynchburg amid barn fire suspicions. The North Carolina Negroes' State Fair showcases progress while officials fund grounds and a state aid grant. In Indiana, Gus Marsh, a lawyer, is fatally shot after naming his assailant. a lineman suffers a near fatal electric shock. Washington coverage notes defeat of a deficiency bill and a progress summary of the extraordinary session, while St Paul records a record $28,000 damages award for John Nowak after ice damage at Northwest Cordage.
Health ad copy promoting Simmons Liver Regulator as a remedy for torpid liver and related symptoms. Claims improved digestion headaches and blood flow with asserted universal satisfaction. Promotes the product as a perfect cure and general family remedy with testimonial language.
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