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Newspaper
Bluffton Banner
Location
Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1894
Page
4
The writer rebuts a Chronicle defense of wool tariffs, arguing protection harms American wool producers and benefits sheep raisers in Australia and South America. It cites Bluffton market reports and recalls wool prices before and after the McKinley tariff to illustrate negative effects of the policy.
A historical note argues the McKinley tariff hammered the wool industry. It cites wool prices dropping from 40 to 60 cents on the free list, then tumbling after 1890, and predicts no recovery until free wool restores production and employment in Wells County.
A violent arc of reaction follows the murder of President Carnot of France. The piece condemns anarchists as enemies of law and stability, warning against their aims to topple rulers and sow bloodshed worldwide. It calls on law abiding citizens to resist the menace.
A speaker denounces dangerous anarchist doctrine and foreign influence, urging immediate suppression by law. The call emphasizes instilling patriotism in schools churches and homes, warning against long trials and bloody crimes, to protect the nation’s foundations.
The piece accuses Republican senators of insincerity by persistently opposing Senator Allen's plan for a full inquiry into how many laborers benefit from the protective tariff. It claims Republicans hide their stance and would back the resolution only if it favored them, while noting the Coffey renomination defeat and Hill's failed bid to defect the income tax. The author predicts passage of bills by week’s end.
Last Friday the Wheeling and Lake Erie railroad restored a 3 percent wage raise for all employees from car wiper to president after a prior 3 percent cut on April 27 amid the miners strike. The return to boosted pay leaves workers satisfied.
The Adams county Democrats reflect on the unique political moment as a key candidate needs many Democratic ballots to return to Congress. Indiana mining district enjoys peace after troops recalled by Gov. Matthews following the Columbus conference scase. Republicans face embarrassment at their convention with many Democrats present. The Chronicle has not endorsed George W. Steele.
President Cleveland assures the nation that national credit will be protected at all hazards and commends New York banks for offering to replace gold drawn from the treasury. He notes improved money quality, current gold and cash reserves, and a favorable balance in trade and government finances. He stresses patience against disquieting rumors and cites bank support during gold drains.
The text warns of alarm among the people due to the business climate and criticizes Congress for not acting promptly on the tariff question. It emphasizes urgency and civic resolve to defend national interests. The source notes dissatisfaction with legislative delays affecting economic conditions.
The Ohio Patriot urges voters to elect a level headed congressman aligned with labor, independent of rich corporations, to oppose pauper labor and restrict nonwhite immigration. It blames Republican tariffs for poverty, praises the Democratic party, and warns against Coxey and wealthy agents influencing policy.
Byron W. Hott argues Democrats risk solidifying defeat by embracing protective tariffs and trusts, urging two paths to save the party: amend the tariff bill for more free goods and lower duties, or pass separate bills to remove offensive protections. He notes growing opposition to protectionism and cites New York meetings favoring an income tax.
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