Polk Unique in House History Cited by Reed
The article notes James K. Polk as the sole House speaker elected to vice presidency, a distinction Tom Reed disputes. It mentions seventy five tariff reform associations in Indiana and predicts aggressive campaigning for 1592. Col W W Dudley faces pressure to push blocks of ten, while State Treasurer Hamilton plans to sue the Louisville Courier Journal in Kansas for libel, accusing the paper of long running falsehoods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James K. Polk
Tom Reed
Indiana
W. W. Dudley
Hoosier State
Hamilton
Louisville Courier Journal
Kansas
Courier Journal
New Argentine Pacific Railway Runs Straight to Andes
The longest straight stretch of railway without a curve spans 211 miles from Buenos Ayres to the foot of the Andes. The line has no cuttings or embankments deeper than two or three feet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Argentine Pacific Railway
Buenos Ayres
Andes
Ocean Cable Size Estimates for Deep Undersea Work
An early description suggests that to operate under the ocean the copper core would need to be as thick as a flour barrel while the insulation would span the diameter of a hogshead, illustrating the scale of undersea communications.
Commodity prices dip as war era demand falters
The author notes Wheal, corn, oats and other farm products are at historically low seasonal levels since the war. They argue the solution is higher foreign demand and stronger purchasing power, but warn the Ways and Means committee in Washington may resist that remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ways and Means
Washington
Farmers burn corn for fuel amid tariff and tax debate
A letter claims Kansas farmers burn corn as fuel since coal costs $5 per ton while corn is $4. The writer argues government favors other industries, farms pay road taxes, burn corn, and back wizard monopoly tariff taxes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Republicans Press to Control Lower House Chair
Republicans pursue tight control of the lower house and have elected a chair they hope will steer legislation. Mr Reed is seen as capable of guiding his party through, potentially overriding established precedents and long standing customs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reed
After Exodus from South Carolina District Dems Expected
The article notes many colored residents leaving the Second Congressional district prompting an estimated 1,500 vote shift to the Democratic side. It questions whether political liberty or restrictions on franchise influence the departure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Carolina
Republcan
Prize yields across states prove the unexpected in farming
An East paper offered 8500 for the largest shell corn yield in 1889 on one acre. A South Carolina farmer won with 225 bushels, the largest on a single acre. Another prize for wheat went to a Utah farmer with 80 bushels. It shows surprising results even in Kansas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Carolina
Utah
Kansas
Greenville county Negroes vow to stay and claim citizenship
The Greenville county convention adopted resolutions asserting that African Americans are content in the area and will not be wards of the nation. They push back at national figures advocating deportation or coercive measures. The race question, they say, will resolve itself if politicians abstain from interference.
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Greenville County
S. C
Ingalls
Morgan
Africa
County Supervision of Schools Gains Momentum in State
Petitions circulate across nearly every county urging county court submission of a school supervision question at the upcoming meeting. Educators have long supported the idea and expect adoption in many counties this spring, believing it would advance public schools and broaden educational benefits.
The Farmers Alliance Drives Tariff Reform and Growth
The Farmers Alliance expands across states aiming to promote tariff reform. It asserts nonpartisan investigation to illuminate causes of farmers' downturns and seeks remedies to restore agricultural prosperity. It contends protection lowers crop prices and raises costs, urging education and policy change to uplift farmers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmer's Alliance
Agricullurs
Tariff Hearings Stir Panic Among Pro-Tariff Republicans
In a Chicago Herald reflection the Ways and Means hearing on tariffs is described as exposing self interest. Far from benefitting workers, most speakers seek tariff gains for their own firms and industries. The piece argues protection benefits a few at the expense of many and warns against secretive star chamber tactics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ways and Means Committee
Protection
Star Chamber
Chicago Herald
California Fig Syrup Company Medicine Ad
Nature's own true laxative marketed as the easiest effective system cleanser for biliousness headaches colds fevers and habitual constipation. Manufactured only by the California Fig Syrup Company and sold in 50 cents and 1 dollar bottles by N J Sweatland & Co. dly
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California Fig Syrup Company
N J Sweatland & Co. Dly
Downey House to Take Possession on Merch. H. Watchrunn Day
Downey House will gain possession on Merchants Watchrunn Day as the event marks a new phase for the hotel. Local officials confirm the arrangement and expected occupancy details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Downey House
H. Watchrunn
Storm in the House Sparks Bynum Reed Clash
Washington residents witnessed a tense House session as Bynum attacked Speaker Reed provoking cheers from Democrats. The Capitol drew crowds and a chaotic gallery crush as Republicans aim to push ahead while Democrats vow to block business until rules are adopted. A Democratic caucus is being organized for tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House
Bynum
Dalzell
Elections Committee
Smith-Jackson
Carlisle
Breckinridge
McMillan
Mr. Mills
Capitol
Bland
Missouri
Outhwaite
Ohio
McKinley
Springer
Committee On Rules
Mr. Springer
Cashier Beats Mob at Conway Springs Bank
J B Armstrong cashier of the Suroner County bank in Conway Springs Kansas was attacked by a mob of about 100 yesterday. Farmers claim 228000 is due them and workers say 39000 overdue wages. Armstrong was dragged from the bank and kicked but not fatally injured. he was carried away for safety and later removed to St Joseph. The clash arose over unpaid cane prices and wages tied to the Conway sugar works in which Armstrong served as local director.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Armstrong
Conway Springs
Kan
Wiemrra
J. B. Armstrong
Suroner County
Here
Armstronge
L. Smith
St. Joseph
Smith
Conway Sugar Works
Tendency to Reduce Production At the Time
The Northwestern Miller notes last week’s mill output at 117 740 barrels averaging 19 623 daily, down from the prior week and 1880. Mills report dull business with reduced sales, some firms selling below production, and patent flour stored awaiting navigation and lower wheat prices to boost demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnearous
Minn
Northwestern
West Superior
Modifications outlined for Atchison Topeka Santa Fe stock trust
The plan provides that vacancies are filled by remaining trustees and the trust becomes effective only after 500000 shares are deposited. Before declaration, stock may be surrendered or withdrawn. Applications aim to list trust certificates in Boston New York and London to assure saleability at all times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Stock Trust
New York
London
Regents name Curtis Chancellor of State University
At Albany January 31 the board of regents elected George William Curtis as Chancellor to replace the late Charles Pierson and named Dr A J Upson as Vice Chancellor. Curtis delivered a brief address and praised Pierson in a glowing tribute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aupany
N. Y
Board of Regents of
State
U State
George William Curtis
Pierson
A. J. Upson
Curtis
Free trial bottles boost sales at Swetland drug store
Free trial bottles of Dr King s New Discovery for consumption drive large trade at N J Swetland Co s Drug Store. The remedy cures coughs colds asthma bronchitis croup and throat or lung diseases quickly with a free trial bottle available before purchase. Large bottle one dollar and each bottle warranted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N J Swetland & Co
Dr. King
N J Swetlan & Co’s
Parched Ground And Fierce Pires Ruin Georgia Turpentine Industry
Drought and a damaging windstorm devastate turpentine farms across Berlin Lowndes Chanch Echols counties in Georgia. Large losses from fires and ruined operations threaten naval stores. Valdosta reports trains shrouded by smoke as the sun is blocked. Local merchants fear further ruin, with County leaders noting severe economic impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Valbostta
Berlin
Lowndes
Chanch
Echols
Terry
Valdosta
Georgia Southern & Florida Railway
Warner argues for silver coinage before House committee
Hon. A. J. Warner, chair of the executive committee from the St. Louis silver convention, urges increased silver coinage before the House Committee on Coinage Weights and Measures. He criticizes monetizing measures as unjust, argues Windom bill aims at bimetalism, but warns about Treasury discretion to suspend bullion receipts and note redemptions by gold or deposit certificates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waashington
A. J. Warner
St. Louis
House
Secretary of the Treasury
Chinese Immigrants Arrive in Guaymas After Mazatlan Incident
The steamer Porfirio Diaz reached Guaymas with twenty five Chinese on board who were driven from Sinaloa by authorities. They were believed to be involved in the assault and mistreatment of a small steamer’s crew at a town near Mazatlan. Public sentiment in Mazatlan has grown bitter, fueling protests against Chinese residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
NoGates
Ariz
Porfirio Diaz
Guaymas
Sinaloa
Mexico
Mazatlan
Sash and Door Syndicate Plans National Takeover
F L Underwood travels from Kansas City to New York City to finalize a major English syndicate purchase. The scheme aims to control sash and door factories nationwide with a stated capital of 25 million dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sash and Door Syndicate
Kansas City
F. L. Underwood
New York City
Gibbons Dies After Saloon Shootout with Police Captain
Patrick Gibbons, a North Side politician and Cronin trial witness, died this morning after being shot Tuesday night by Police Captain Schuettler in a saloon brawl in Caicasco. Local authorities and cronies assess the event as a fatal clash linked to ongoing political tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gibbons
Caicasco
Patrick Gibbons
North Side
Cronin
Schuettler
Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Ad
Antique advertisement promising Dr King’s New Discovery as guaranteed relief for consumption throat and chest ailments. Claims safe pleasant tasting formula with trial bottle offered by N. J. Swetland & Co.
Major Toppass Takes Charge of Post Office
Major Toppass will assume command of the post office this morning. Farewell to the old regime and best wishes for success to the new.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rew
Teachers Institute Meeting at Chillicothe Mo
Livingston county teachers convene at Chillicothe public school February 1 1890 with morning sessions opening address by W E Johnson recitations by Ella Wall Bele Carr papers on books and rural schooling discussions led by Misses Wall Daidt Drake and others afternoon sessions recitations and a debate on experience versus scholarship judges and supervision report. institute aims to benefit teachers and opens promptly with all counts attending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Livingston County ‘Teachers Institute
Chillicothe Mo
W. F. Millay
Jot Gilchrist
Lallah Morgan
J Fo Kern
M. Fef Mertin
Jetn Vaylor
Helen Leeper
Fred Hughson
Yas Les
L. A. Martin
County Cam
Storm Damage and Odd Observations at Local Spots
A Columbia storm caused damage at the Agricultural College but spared a stuffed elephant. An artist in a photography gallery advised a sitter to imagine something present. St. Joseph plumbers recently found rats gnawing a five inch by three inch hole in a sewer discharge pipe.
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Columbia
The
Agricultural College
McGinty
Sca
St. Joseph
Electric Bitters Restores Health Claims
An advertisement extols Electric Bitters as a remedy for kidney liver and stomach issues with long or short standing illness. It promotes restoration of health and gratitude from users and notes sale at 50 and 1 per bottle by N J Swetland & Co. It also mentions J P Blankinsip opening a butcher shop on Webster Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N J Swetland & Co
Carpenter and Starkey Offer Wide Boys Suits in City
The best and most extensive line of boys and childrens suits is now on display at Carpenter and Starkey's store located at 263 tf with a broad selection for all ages and sizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carpenter & Starkey
Still In Business: Wilson Bros Advertises Continuation
Wilson Bros. declare they are still in business after Browning House burned. They request that all orders be delivered to their stable or the Union House for prompt service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson Bros
Union House
The Bank Swindle Arrests Shake New York
George H. Pell the broker was held in 25000 bail by United States Commissioner Shields on charges tied to the gilt edged securities of the Sixth National Bank. Peter J. Classen president of the bank, sought by warrant, remains at large as deputy marshals continue a broad search.
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New Yorks
George H. Pell
Sixth National Bank
United States
Shields
Peter J. Classen
Pell
Brooklyn
Kansas Attorney General rules lottery sales illegal in state
Toreka Kansas January 31 Attorney General Kellogg writes Governor that state organic law bans lottery sales but enforces no penalties. He notes newspaper publishers printing lottery ads could face fines from fifty to one thousand dollars or 30 days to six months imprisonment or both.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toreka
Kan
Kellogg
Kansas
Oregon short line wreck in Wyoming injures crew and children
A passenger train derailed near Evans ton Wyoming late last night. Engineer Dougherty and Conductor Williams were seriously injured and two children are believed fatally hurt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Col
Evanston
Wyo
Dougherty
Williams
Guaranteed salve for all skin eruptions and sores
An advertisement proclaims a salve cures cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores chapped hands and more with a money back guarantee. It offers two shillings per box and lists N J Swerland & Co Osdwiy as sellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N J Swerland & Co
Osdwiy
Ships on Display at Jouns & Son Prices Told
Come in and gaze on our stock of ships and see prices before you purchase elsewhere. Jouns & Son advertise a wide selection and direct pricing for buyers seeking vessels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A&w
Tf Jouns & Son
Notice of annual election for North Missouri Agricultural and Mechanical Society
Notice to stockholders announces the annual election of directors at C. H. Mansour office in Chillicothe Missouri on February Sb day 1890. Polls open from 10 to 3. W H Mansour president M P Gutcierist secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Missouri Agricultural and Mechanical Society
C. H. Mansur
Chillicothe
W.H Mansour
M. P. Gutcuerist
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the Farmers’ Alliance
Speaker Reed
Santa Fe Trust
Mooresville
Livingston
Ren Ont
Seiec Investment
N. J. Swetland & Co
Teachers’ Institute
W. E. Johnson
Miss E'la Wall
Miss Bele Carr
Ms. Cellany
Rosa Clark
Susan Polviso
J. H Lowe
J. W. McCormick
W. W. Griffith
Ella Downing
Virgie Daidt
Joan Drake
Webster Street
Abshire & Bleck
J. P. Blankinsuip
Children’s Suits
Wyoming
Buckioan
Arnica
Submeider's
Barber Lion and Baths
Leeper
Carter L
Rick
Carter
Carter Piedicine CO
Grocer
C.h.pearson& C2
Baltimore,ma
Hamburg
West Side Square
M E. Schmidt
Chillicothe Steam Laundry
Hall
Cunningham
Ag’t
Kraft & Chase's Dyeing and Printing Co
C. W. Asper
Old Tin Phoenix
Burlington
Iowa
Standard OF
Office
Jackson Street
Insurance
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