Century’s turning: Jackson era and democratic surge
The piece reflects on the New Year as a marker for the century’s progress in politics, economy, and spirit. It cites Andrew Jackson’s 1830s rise as a symbolic democratic revolution, praised by Frederic Austin Ogb, comparing Jackson to Jefferson and Adams and noting shifts in public governance and popular rule.
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White House
Andrew Jackson
Frederic Austin Og
Yale University Press
Jefferson
John Adams I
Madison
Wenroe
John Quincy Adams
Jackson and Roosevelt and the democratic vision in 1833
A compact analysis compares Andrew Jackson's rise to power with the coming 1933 Roosevelt White House. It recalls Jacksonian democracy reshaping state governments and national politics, the era’s social awakening including abolitionism, expanding suffrage, and rapid industrial progress, arguing forces beyond any one leader shaped the century.
Forward leaps in 1830s echo future progress
The article surveys mid 19th century American innovation from 1834 to 1842, noting McCormick’s horse reaper, Nasmyth’s steam hammer, planing machines, the iron cook stove, and friction matches. It highlights railroads, canals, and immigration as engines of growth, then ponders whether 1972 marks another era of broad advancement across society.
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England
McCormick
New World
Uncle Sam
Western Newspaper Union
Legislature authorizes 1 percent county sales tax extension
Gov Emmerson signed Homer J Tice s county optional sales tax bill empowering county boards to extend a 1 percent tax by two thirds vote with an emergency clause. The Michel horse racing bill was vetoed by the governor, citing no impact as there will be no racing for months after the next regular session. Adam F Bloch took oath as clerk of the Supreme Court succeeding Charlies W Vail. The state tax levy board recessed without setting 1983 rate. Roy A Johnston, newly elected clerk of the Third District Appellate Court, resumed duties with no staffing changes noted. Building and loan associations would gain higher borrowing power under Branson bill. Joint resolution requests moratorium on mortgages for one year. B G Arkebauer reappointed Supreme Court librarian for six years.
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Andrew Jackson
United States
William Lloyd Garrison
American Anti- Slavery Society
Albert Bushnell Bart
Louis L. Emmerson
Homer J. Tice
Roy A. Johnston
Taylorville
Third
Marguerite Belt
Gladys Halbert
Laura RB. Walmsley
George L. Tipton
Texas
Hlinvis
Branson
Senate
Emmerson Prioritizes Budget for State World’s Fair
The worlds fair commission cuts costs to stay within the 50 000 appropriation for next year’s exposition. Pleas for extra funds were rejected as Governor Emmerson insists the commission must balance expenses within the limit.
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Worlds Fair Commission Aboder
Louis L. Emmerson
New Appellate Court Clerk Leads Fourth District
Walter M. Buskham assumed duties December 7 as clerk of the Appellate court for the Fourth district, Mt. Vernon headquarters. Assistant Oscar Hooker East St Louis, stenographer Rheda Hungate Mt. Vernon, janitors Joe E. Smith and Grant Holcomb. Bridge dedication at Savanna postponed due to rains making Iowa approach impassable.
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Sion
Walter M. Buskham
Fourth District
Mt. Vernon
Oscar Hooker
East St Louis
Rheda Hungate
Joe E. Smith
Grant Holcomb
Savanna
Iowa
Railroads Ordered to Slash Christmas Tree Rates
The Millinois Commerce commission orders all railroads to cut roughly half the current rate for Christmas tree shipments in less than carload lots. The reduced rate applies to all points within the state.
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Millinois Commerce Commission
Counties ask aid agency to manage fuel tax relief funds
Twenty-five down state counties that once received Illinois emergency relief commission aid now fund relief with motor fuel tax revenue. They request the commission’s focal machinery to administer those funds, per a report from chief auditor Russell L. Peters.
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Illinois Emergency Relief Commission
Commission
Russell L. Peters
Hon Howard P Castle Dies After Five Terms in Legislature
Hon Howard P Castle of Barrington died at his home December 5. He served five terms in the Michigan House of Representatives and was regarded as one of the most progressive members. He was fifty four years old and left a wife and six children.
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Howard P. Castle
Barrington
Mr Castle
House of Representatives
Two Types of Topaz in Gemstone Varieties
The text distinguishes true topaz as a complex aluminium silicate with high fluorine content and quartz topaz as silicon dioxide with a metal mix. It notes true topaz colors include light yellow blue green orange pink and wine colored.
The Right Course Master in the Ship Judged by Directing Course
The voyage hinges on steering aright for success as the captain guides the ship. Fortune favors precise navigation and steady leadership to secure a safe passage and favorable outcome.
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Racea
Illinois plans opposition to five day week and unemployment rules
Illinois manufacturing and state departments push back against unemployment insurance and the five day work week. Officials cite uniformity and safety while examiners will verify abstracts and titles to ensure up to date records with the association's law. Also noted are state bids on relief bonds, public health warnings about rabbit fever, and upcoming issuance of new automobile plates with white letters on blue.
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Department of State
Nelson
Association
Delinquent 1933 Taxes Delayed Interest Dates Set
A ruling by Attorney General Oscar E. Carlstrom states the first 10 percent tax installment for 1933 becomes delinquent February 1933 if unpaid but draws no interest until May 1. The second installment, due by August 1, 1933, will be delinquent and accrue 1 percent monthly interest from August 1.
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Oscar E. Carlstrom
Geneva bank office closed and moved to Springfield
The Geneva office of the state banking department is discontinued and eight northwest counties that used it will conduct business from the Springfield office. Illinois insurance supervisor Robert F. Daily, among the oldest in the field, died December 5 after months of illness from heart disease. He served on committees at national insurance commissioners conventions. Farmers who refuse cattle tuberculosis tests are guilty of misdemeanor and face fines up to 1000, with cattle quarantines possible, per Attorney General Oscar E. Carlstrom’s opinion to State’s Attorney Ralph W. Cowden. Future Hunter road commission work to be finalized by a subcommittee this season, hindered by a law allowing counties to divert gasoline tax for relief. Stateville penitentiary raid yields moonshine. warden Frank D. Whipp fires guard F. R. Cox for mishandling the shed area adjoining inmate dining hall. A week earlier guards found a copper still in a convict’s cell.
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Geneva
State Banking Department
Oscar Nelson
Northwest Counties
Springfield
Robert FE. Daily
United States
Illinois
National Convention of Insurance Commissioners
Oscar E. Carlstrom
Ralph W. Cowden
Monmouth
Hunter Future Road Commission
Statevidle Penitentiary
Frank D. Whipp
F. R. Cox
Cattle Breeders Seek Better Herds in 18th Century Britain
In mid 1700s Britain, cattle breeders including Robert Bakewell and peers pursued herd improvement under the principle that offspring resemble parents. The Prairie Farmer notes this early focus on selective breeding to enhance stock.
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Robert Bakewell
Bates
Colling Brothers
Cruikshank
Duthie
True Intentions Reach the Point of Victory or Loss
A terse reflection on steadfast effort. It emphasizes that sincerity and persistent effort achieve the goal in spirit, regardless of whether outward success follows. The message stresses character and resolve over ultimate outcome.
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Elmo Scott Watson
Thomas Jefferson
Monroe
Jackson
America
Honesdale
Chicago
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Ezekiel Webster
House—Of Representatives
Frank N. D. Roosevelt
Oges
Suel
Adam F. Bloch
Supreme Court
Blech
Charlies W. Vail
Horner
B. G. Arkehaver
Minois
Ilinois Manufacturers Association
Chassis Secehie
Natitaais Pentral
Ceetly
C. L. Daniels
State of Ilinois
State Department of Public Health
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