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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1895
Page
1
In Keosauqua the bottom has dropped out of the water power scheme, with no further coverage in the local papers. Internationally Japan agrees to halt hostilities with China until peace commissioners reach an agreement. A young Japanese shooter of Li Hung Chang has been found guilty and banished for life.
The New York Times notes that protection of the McKinley tariff is not a living political matter today. It was described as "put to sleep" in historic terms, with 1890 and 1892 cited as the era it disappeared. No sane politician would risk reviving it.
Twenty nine Fall River cotton manufacturers report quarterly dividends totaling 215 425 dollars, about seven percent annual return on nineteen million dollars in capital stock. The note adds there is no cause for complaint over such a profit.
The text notes Mr. McKinley stating he will not be the party’s candidate if silver is adopted and may quit the party. It questions whether McKinley could still secure Republican support by pushing free coinage in light of his stance.
The rivalry between Reed and McKinley is described as intense with Reed determined to block McKinley. Reportedly Reed plans to use delegates he controls at the national convention to prevent McKinley from securing the nomination.
Farmers report welcome weekend rain showers improving spring prospects. The steady precipitation benefited oats and pasture, boosting grass growth and nourishment for livestock. County residents express relief as the moisture strengthens crop conditions after a dry period.
A Chicago business citizens group led by the Kres party invites President Cleveland to a public reception to honor his actions maintaining the government credit and supporting a sound national currency. The invitation suggests the president is likely to accept.
Henry Stivers sold the Des Moines Leader to Allen Dawson of Sioux City and Sam Straross of Des Moines for 22000. The new owners are described as educated and literary college graduates who plan to greatly improve the paper. Dawson is linked with the Zviline of Sioux City and praised by that paper. The Leader has had a checkered, unprofitable history, and a new era and prosperity are hoped for.
The Tribune publishes a reader letter from Mr. Wm Louden an intelligent student of financial questions urging open debate on silver coinage and bimetallism while endorsing international agreement and welcoming views from all sides including those opposed to the silver advocates.
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled that nuns in religious garb cannot teach in public schools, arguing schools must remain non-sectarian and free of religious interference. The editorial calls for universal tolerance and equal treatment of all faiths in education.
The piece credits the Democratic Congress and President Cleveland for raising pensions to six dollars a month for those under that amount, benefiting nearly 90,000 pensioners earlier than before. It also highlights a new act to ensure accrued pensions pass to widows or dependents and notes ongoing justice gaps for veterans.
A reader criticizes recent Tribune coverage of the silver question. The letter defends Mr White and argues for resuming silver money parity to restore prosperity, recalling 19th century parity with gold and silver and noting international rivals.
A letter from WM. Louden argues for a return to silver coinage to counter demonetization after 1873. He blames England and continental powers for a global financial low and urges the United States to oppose a Wall Street backed policy. He attacks Mr. Hollingsworth and warns the Democratic Party must shift to the people’s interests or perish.
The Marshalstown Statesman notes a brewing political upheaval centered on the currency question. It predicts that if one party finds a solution, it will rise. if not, new parties may emerge. Voters grow restless as old issues fade and reform movements gain momentum.
A lifelong Democrat presents two views on the political deadlock. He argues that leaders seek a fatal error to ruin the effort while the public grows anxious. He states tradition holds the Democratic Party as the champion of the masses and that faith in its principles remains unshaken.
The American consul at Bradford confirms woolen goods were exported to England by W. E. Derby & Co. of New York. Firms say lower prices were needed to enter English trade, with hope of rising profits as awareness grows. Other U S producers eye foreign markets including Alabama iron and eastern shoe makers seeking exports, though English freight control and costs pose hurdles.
Bolan resident Jonathan Kenison credits a newspaper item about a Ft. Madison German citizen's cure with relief from rheumatism. He bought Chamberlain's Pain Balm and says it cured him. A neighbor and wife also recovered in a week after using it. 50 cent bottles sold by Bradshaw & Thoma, druggists.
A brief advert praises Dry Bells' Cough Cure for rapid relief of coughs and bronchial irritation. It claims constitutional action opens secretions and eases the lungs, noting it relieves and aids expectoration. Sold and recommended by Bradshaw & Thoma.
An advertisement claims Hood's Sarsaparilla cures tiredness and headaches by removing fatigue and illness through its tonic effects promising renewed energy and wellness.
Dr C Meade Williams recalls Presbyterian views during a Midwest trip. Burlington hosts Dr McClintock and son McClintock. Fairfield features Parsons College and a Carnegie library. The piece praises local churches, colleges, and civic virtue, noting caringly the absence of saloons and the role of education in church life.
S100 reward offered if Hall's Catarrh Cure fails to cure any case. Cure taken internally acts on blood and mucous surfaces, building up constitution. Proponents provide testimonials list. address F. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo, Ohio. Sold by druggists for 75 cents.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve advertised as best for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or money refunded with price 25 cents per box sold by Geo. D. Clarke druggist.
English Spavin Liniment removes hard or soft lumps from horses and treats blood spavins curbs splints sweeney ring bone stifles sprains and swollen throats A bottle saves $50 and is warranted the most wonderful blemish cure Sold by D G Higley Druggist Fairfield Iowa
Individuals with farm property for sale should list it with meat once to qualify for the new bulletin and for advertising in Illinois. Theo Hochuly.
Advertising copy states Beggs' German Salve is the most perfect pile remedy, claiming cures where others fail with every box guaranteed. D C Collins, a popular druggist, stocks it.
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