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Newspaper
Bluffton Banner
Location
Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1894
Page
4
Williamson Brook story appears in this 1894 issue with notice of publication details and pricing. The item confirms the paper’s established date 1850 and Wednesday release schedule. It is presented as a standard post office second class entry for Bluffton Indiana dated August 22 1894.
The piece argues Republican critiques of the tariff bill misfire. It notes the bill reduces tariffs significantly on many goods, lowers overall burdens, and expands markets. It highlights the bill’s income tax and sugar schedule as features that complicate Republican attacks. It also reflects on Senate party alignment and trust dynamics following the 1892 election impacts.
The article details clashes between the senate and house over tariff reform, noting a plot to block legislation and praising house caucus action. It highlights Senator Vert defending the senate, Secretary Carlisle’s sugar tariff notes, and shifting fiscal projections. It also covers Wells county populist moves, Republican critiques, and trust impacts from the tariff changes.
An advertisement touts men's suits in round and square cornered sack styles and frock cuts with perfect fit. It lists boys and children suits from $5 to $2 while promising all wool pants at $2 and a wide two piece line from $1 to $3. The copy emphasizes one price to all, cash only, plain figures, no losses, and the lowest prices guaranteed.
The piece critiques the McKinley tariff and praises Democratic reforms. It argues high tariffs caused strikes and unemployment under McKinley, while the new Democratic bill lowers duties on clothing and essentials. It notes tax and greenback measures and references sugar, ore, coal, and barbed wire free-list proposals. It mentions Indiana democracy and upcoming state political expectations.
Readers are urged to study Governor Matthew's address in this issue. The text reflects the sentiment of the times and outlines policy directions likely to affect the state.
Dr. John Seaton of Ft Wayne died at his home last Friday morning from heart disease. He had lived in Ossian for years where he had many friends. His funeral was held Sunday in Ossian under the Masonic frater nity with a large turnout of Knights of Pythias members and a special train bringing many friends. reported as the largest funeral in the county area.
A public notice states that Abe Hesher Adam Hesher and David Hesher will not be responsible for any orders notes or debts contracted on their credit. The signatories clear themselves of liability for any transactions.
A late 19th century anecdote recounts a supers captain in Lawrence Barrett's company who jealously pursued a speaking role in Richelieu. Promised a single line and wagered oysters, he fumbled on cue, finally blurting I’ve lost the oysters as he mispronounced His Eminence the Cardinal.
A police magistrate charges a man with sprinkling a lawn before the 6 pm limit. The defendant argues it was after 6 in his New York time, citing witnesses at 5:15. He threatens to appeal to the highest court, invoking Chauncey Depew.
A Chicago Record note recalls Marie and George's separation with a test of affection. He once claimed he would pay $10 for a word from her, and when he left town again she called him long distance to see if he would cover the bill.
A playful exchange appears in the New York Sun where a Bartlett girl is described as highly fond of the speaker. She asks him to write from every place he visits for her stamp collection.
A confrontational outburst reveals a betrayed speaker accusing Marie-I of deceit in love while cursing the beloved Fleurette-Heaven and threatening violence. The tense exchange captures jealousy and emotional turmoil in a fragmented confession.
A Washington Star quotation describes a man’s pride in beating a record even amid misery. Uncle Eben explains comforting a man by suggesting his troubles might sharpen his will and humor, framing perseverance as a form of victory.
The shopper and actor exchange a tense dialogue about a lost purse containing $10 as a train looms. The actress laments diamonds and purse missing, while comments from the New York Weekly frame the scene as a serious matter.
A brief exchange notes that earning money is easy for some but writing poetry is a rarer skill. The Detroit Free Press is cited as the forum for the remark and response about literary craft.
The Arkansas Traveler records a playful dialogue where Mrs Turnbull laments her husband cutting off his flowing beard and Mrs Crimple recalls presenting him a diamond scarfpin for his birthday. The vignette captures light social humor from a rural humor column.
A Berlin Wespen cartoon riffs on theatre with a chorus of approval and a punchline about burglars whose dialogue is stolen, as a Boston Home Journal author and critic trade lines on stage realism.
A husband and wife exchange a lighthearted scene about gifts from shopping. The wife shows off a $22 hat and presents a 17 cent necktie, arguing the value lies in the spirit of giving rather than price, per the New York Press.
Maud and Fanny discuss an engagement with words revealing a concealed truth. Manud and others pivot on honesty while relationships and timing come under scrutiny.
A witness insists on not knowing basic details during a court session, prompting the judge to remove him from the stand. The dialogue exposes the irritations of cross examination and a judge’s frugal patience.
In a Chicago Record quip a divorce judge, famed cynic, replies to a remark on social freedom of woman by noting he has long worked for the emancipation of man. The exchange frames his skepticism and wit within courtroom life.
A short dialogue at a restaurant features Taddles choosing “a little of everything” and the waiter promptly delivering a plate of hash, illustrating casual dining banter and quick service.
Quote captures drought of funds as two mosquitoes lament high bills and low collections in a Washington Star amusement on fiscal strain. The playful exchange contrasts mounting costs with scant receipts amid tough times.
A mother tells her son to seek help from a faith healer who cured her rheumatism after many doctors. The son, Hiram, confesses he already visited the healer who says she cannot do more because he is a distant relative. The exchange appears in a Chicago Tribune excerpt.
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