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Newspaper
Cranbury Press
Location
Cranbury, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1895
Page
2
An optimistic year ahead amid war talk and political upheaval. The article weighs revenue ideas for Congress, favoring targeted tariff tweaks, especially on wool, with Senator Aldrich proposing a temporary 15 to 20 percent rate shift on some schedules and a wool duty to raise funds while protecting key industries.
The article notes shifts in committee leadership with Dingley of Maine gaining Ways and Means chair, Payne la Gino heading Merchant Marine and Fisheries, Cannon and Henderson winning Appropriations and Rules respectively, Dalzell and Walker securing Banking, Currency, and foreign affairs roles, amid broader political realignments and economic commentary on tariffs, finance, and industry in 1895.
A special meeting at Court Hours New Branachot is set for Saturday January 4 at 120 o'clock. President Samuel Jilish will open the discussion on The Legislation Farmers Desire. Prominent farmers and citizens, including our Senator and Assemblymen, are expected to attend. All who seek just registration should be present.
The Ladies Every Saturday publishes details of a new word contest using letters from BEGLL, offering prizes including a gold watch and diamond glass. Readers may send a 100 word or longer list built from the letters, with a consolation prize for qualifying entries. Send requests to Ladies Every Saturday Dept OC No 920 Walnut Street Philadelphia Pa.
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