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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Times
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1878
Page
3
The piece denounces Democratic strength waning in Maine and argues a broader threat from Greenback and Socialist movements. It claims Republicans must prevail to defend government against European style quotas and calls for voting the law and order ticket. It warns of national banks versus state banks and urges mobilization to prevent upheaval.
A county Republican platform urges continued GOP control citing Yuill for supervisor. It defends fiscal discipline, lauds highway and bridge work, and defends cost effectiveness, noting lower bridge costs and durable iron structures. The piece argues Yuill has pursued permanent improvements and urged readers to vote Republican this fall.
An editorial urges unity beyond party lines to defend the Union and national stability amid widespread discontent. It argues only the Republican party offers a solid bulwark against Communists, Greenbackers, and other factions, praising its liberty origins and record of preserving the nation.
Proponents argue for equal rights for all, paying a dollar per laborer, and opposing aristocracy. They claim to aid the poor, oppose sudden legislation, and urge patience, believing only industry and honest government can restore prosperity. They advocate voting for a stable Republic to resist disruptive tendencies.
The piece discusses Greenback and Democratic positions on treasury notes, quoting Justice Bradley and other officials. It notes opposition to Greenbacks as not solely war-driven, cites Fessenden and Secretary Smith, and mentions September debt reduction and the spread of yellow fever in New Orleans and Port Gibson, with Chicago contributing funds for fever relief.
A reader critiques a period piece arguing New England farms stagnate under archaic methods and social ostracism. The text laments emigrants seeking progress in the Great West, noting a decline in rural brains and the exodus of agricultural talent and newspapers.
A letter praises Judge John Shane for integrity and aid to the needy, urges voters to support him on the Republican ticket or Greenback faction while condemning party prejudice. It cites his private virtue and public fairness, urging full support for Shane and the rest of the Greenback slate. A separate notice announces an appointment as guardian and debt collection duties with claims to be filed.
The article argues New England farmers should stay and improve local land rather than emigrate West. It contrasts nomadic prairie settlers with rooted New England life, praising work, local markets, and farm pride. It defends New England farmers against critiques and urges perseverance.
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