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Newspaper
Dixon Sun
Location
Dixon, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1889
Page
3
Chicago raises 150000 for flood victims. Illinois reports new pest concerns on wheat and notes a seven ostrich flock at the state fair. Other items cover bridge injuries, government surveys, building and loan data, cattle shipment rules, a fatal shooting, electric lights approval, and legislative bill flaws.
Senator John T. Morgen of Alabama praises Grover Cleveland in Montmery saying he is best informed and conscientious, with an upright four year administration. Morgen notes Cleveland is not seeking the presidency but could be named by the Democrats if sentiment shifts, predicting his name will be the only one mentioned for 1892.
In a spirited critique of nepotism around the President, the Chicago Globe-Herald reprints a Democrat correspondent's harsh charge that federal appointments near the White House serve as private perquisites. It cites Russell Harrison and numerous relatives in Washington Territory and Tennessee, accusing the administration of rewarding loyalty with public trust.
A Chicago Herald critique of Tanner and Bussey in the Pension Office portrays them as demagogues pressuring pension agents. The piece warns pensions could rise from eighty to five hundred million and alleges officials undermine genuine veterans, with a call for public distrust of the Grand Army of the Republic.
A critical column denounces the new administration for corrupting civil service to serve partisan aims highlighting the scandal as a repugnant display of political manipulation.
Chicago Globe reports three cabinet members in danger of resigning over President Harrison’s domineering style. Blaine Windom and Windom are cited as likely malcontents while others are portrayed as content or resigned to future political plots. The piece likens them to a possum clinging to a limb in a satirical tone.
The Philadelphia Record notes Chili imported cotton goods in 1887 totaling about 5.96 million dollars with cotton drills and bagging among the major items. It suggests tariffs could reverse trade, making the United States a larger supplier if Copper and cotton prices and duties shifted. Only about 3.24 million of 48.63 million in imports were U S goods.
A Philadelphia Press critique rebukes Pension Commissioner Tanner for overstepping legal bounds and chasing broad pension expansion. It notes rising annual pension costs toward 100 million dollars and urges slow, lawful action while hinting Congress will weigh in.
The National Democratic Committee met in New York to fill the chair after Barnum’s death. Calvin S. Brice was unanimously elected chairman amid praise for Barnum and Dawson. Resolutions paid tribute to Barnum’s service and to Captain F. W. Dawson. Delegates noted Cleveland’s actions and eyed 1892 prospects.
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