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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Times
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1887
Page
3
The Cedar Rapids council editorials weigh the merits of starting a city wide sewerage system. They caution against a blanket scheme and urge a business-focused, phased approach targeting densely populated areas and lasting benefits.
The president vetoed a sweeping dependent pension measure for honorably discharged soldiers and sailors unable to earn a living. Supporters call it charitable to aid incapacitated veterans, while the president argues the bill exceeds existing pension laws and questions the cost, noting many veterans would remain alive to claim benefits.
The passage discusses early uncertainty about how the new inter state commerce law will affect railroads and the public. Railroad managers promise compliance while traffic agents meet to interpret the law, expecting a period of adjustments and possible rate shifts among rival lines before definitive action occurs.
A discerning editorial warns that nationwide strikes risk turning labor unrest into a social war. It cites employment pressure, demagogic mayors, and growing Pinkerton use while noting shifts in the New South and tariff battles in Congress.
The article recounts No Root celebrations by Guebres and Mussulmans, noting fire worship traditions, eye symbolism in the ritual, street preparations, gift exchanges, and royal ceremonies marked by the Shah. It also touches on sleep patterns and general health theories, with assorted anecdotes and notices.
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