06 Dec 1893
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Newspaper
Bluffton Banner
Location
Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1893
Page
4
Unofficial figures report Ohio total on November 7 at 804,256, down from 850,194 in 1892. Republican votes rose to about 420,000 from 405,187, while Democratic votes fell to about 340,000 from 401,115, indicating largely a stay at home Democratic bloc.
The Wilson tariff plan is described as breaking the binding twine trust and smashing coal, white lead, steel rail, farming implement, plate glass trusts, among others. It calls for Senate rule changes to curb filibusters to pass the bill promptly, warning against protectionist obstruction and a repeat of Voorhees bill delays.
Republicans resist tariff cuts while arguing protection failed to aid laborers after thirty years of high duties. Indiana’s new law shifts spring elections to fall, stating township officers will be elected at the general election and tied to general election rules. City elections are set for next May.
The piece critiques tariff policy amid the Wilson bill, noting protectionists claim it harms iron and steel, while advocates seek revised creeds. It argues ad valorem duties are clearer than mixed methods and calls for scrapping the McKinley bounty and simplifying taxation to improve transparency.
The article notes strong demand in Congress to pass the tariff bill quickly to stabilize four year policy and aid industry. It accuses tariff defenders of protecting corporations while highlighting wage claims, with criticism of the Harrison administration and praise for Cleveland on Hawaiian affairs. It also claims the partisan press now defends Harrison or remains silent about consequences.
The piece argues that Democrats must unite and craft feasible expectations to prevent mass voter abstention. It urges Democrats to push for federal posts for Democrats, tariff reform, bullion protection, and alignment with southern and western opinion while warning against desertion to the Republican federalist bloc. It notes satisfaction over Sherman silver repeal and praises the Wilson bill as aligned with reform aims.
The Tuk President's message was delivered to the two houses Monday afternoon and published by the press within hours. Public interest rose due to unsettled commercial and industrial affairs making the address particularly significant. The message, like the President, is businesslike and direct, covering foreign relations with Hayti, Samoa and Chile in detail while noting the Hawaiian affair briefly.
The State v Samuel Roush case at Mt Zion and Africa school houses ends without a verdict after a night deliberation. Prosecutor Grovier recounts the dispute and Roush maintains innocence as defense by Eichhorn and Burns proceeds under Judge Obrien.
Anna Eckrote daughter of David and Sarah born June 22 1873 died November 27 1893 at age 20 resulting from injuries after a carriage fall. She joined the Christian church about five years ago and remained faithful. Funeral at Evangelical church Benna Vista conducted by Rev W H Turney with Baptist and Evangelical pastors. interment in Stiner cemetery. The community mourns. family survivors include her father two sisters and three brothers.
Monday morning jurors were drawn. The grand jurors include Frank Courtney John Rose Jes E Lockwood of Nottingham township David Hetrick Lancaster Annius Irwin Chester and Peter McAfee Rockcreek. Petit jurors include Joseph Shoup John T McDaniel O D Garrett Chas C Pope joy James B Gavin Nathan Roberts of Liberty John Mossy Rock Creek John S Shepherd William Bloxsom Nottingham W A Donaldson Charles Scotton Lancaster and William Wilkin Jefferson.
Article IV Section 6 amended to require immediate explanation for absence or tardiness and to authorize suspension until cooperation pledges are given. Done in November 1893 in regular session. Signed by G T Williamson president Ben Ashbauiter secretary Gro Gardiner treasurer.
Samuel C Snyder born June 27 1870 in Hart ford township Adams County Indiana died November 29 1893 aged 23 years 5 months 7 days funeral at his father's home conducted by Rev W H Turney large congregation attended. Choir sang appropriate pieces and the service added to the solemnity May God comfort the bereaved friends.
Regular monthly meeting of the Wells County Medical Society convenes in Bluffton at Dr. Spaulding's office at 1 p.m. Original scientific papers will be read and discussed. Other professional matters will be considered. Attendance requested by G. E. Fulton, secretary.
Sellers invited to bring horses five to eight years old weighing 1100 pounds or more to Gehretts livery barn in Bluffton Indiana on Saturday December 26 for purchase by eastern markets. The buyers 4912 Heaston and Witmer offer the highest market price for stock meeting criteria.
Rev. Hawke of the Presbyterian church arrived to settle in the city but soon faced a severe erysipelas attack keeping him bedridden for over two weeks. After partial recovery he contracted articular rheumatism and endures intense pain, limiting his ability to perform pastoral duties as parishioners provide ongoing care.
Rev J J Coleman and wife of Albion returned home after a week in the city. He preached at the Methodist church Sunday. Will Magley of Albion died in Berea Ohio while supervising an electric plant his remains expected here. G A R election held with tributes to officers and delegates J J Todd J C Fulton. A wood barn fire on East Market street caused by suspected youth carelessness with no insurance. J H Ormsby may start a cigar factory in Argos while retaining Albion citizenship. Des Moines dealer J P Blaize narrowly escaped pneumonia during a blizzard after using Chamberlains Cough Remedy. Sold by C C Deam.
Henry Rickhardt's gun exploded while chasing a coon near Elk Grove NL. His head was blown off in the accident. The report notes two brief dispatches from different towns, including a navigational order for the cutter Thomas Corwin on a 2,500 mile voyage likely to Hawaii.
The Fifty third Congress begins in Washington with both houses convening at noon. Senate leaders form a two chamber committee to meet the president. the president will deliver a written message. The reading of the message occupies most of the afternoon and key debates on rules elections and tariffs loom. The House also assembles with a quorum of 24 members present and appoints a committee to join the senate in awaiting the president.
Wap Sey a Pottawattomie Indian living near Hartford Michigan is 110 years old. The item notes age and residence as readable facts from the era.
Advertisement touts a tonic for horses promising cures and disease prevention when fed two or three times daily. Claims include improved condition, spirits, slick coats, and better work readiness. Sold by J. E. Sturgis in full pound packages for 25 cents.
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