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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1902
Page
2
In Denton Journal 1902, editor condemns congressional bribery used by Jackson to win re election. Examines money influence, calls for a citizen committee to deter vote buying, cites constitutional anti bribery penalties and voting bans for bribery offenders.
The article notes Democratic gains in New York and the state on tariff revision, viewing the vote as a sign of growing consumer sentiment against high protective duties. It describes the protective system’s power, its entrenched interests, and the difficult, slow path to reform, while highlighting pockets of East Coast progress and a breach in protectionist walls.
The piece argues that Republican support for tariff revision has grown due to state influence and post election signals from leaders. It asserts momentum toward revising duties to protect American citizens from economic injustice, noting yesterday’s vote shifted sentiment and underscoring the need for action despite entrenched positions.
By order of the Maryland General Assembly and the Caroline County Commissioners the annual levy on taxable property is announced. Taxes for county and state purposes were due to the county treasurer on September 1. The treasurer will sit in the principal town of each election district to receive state and county taxes for the year 1902.
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