11 Apr 1894
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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1894
Page
1
The piece mocks Coxey's Army and critiques the Tillman whiskey law, noting it falls short of expectations. It also comments on Speaker Crisp declining a Senate seat and his habit of using Tom Reed as a cushion on occasions.
Report says Hon. Levi P Morton may meet the price demanded for the Republican nomination for governor of New York. The note adds Morton has long been trusted to judge values.
Republican senators threaten to prolong tariff debate while Democrats split along regional lines. Eastern protectionists push for free trade, sparking a party divide. Secretary Morton urges public against rainmakers. Cleveland’s veto power cited as a political tool. A moderate course faces strong opposition from monopolistic factions across regions.
A Washington dispatch reports that American wool is expected to advance in price as traders in Bradford England note recent heavy sales of Ohio wool totaling 50 000 pounds. Wool merchants foresee tariff passage and free wool spurring demand for American wool in hosiery and blending with finer foreign wools to boost manufacturing.
Maine's Thomas B. Reed is cited as a leading protectionist. He argued for protection at a Massachusetts Republican Club meeting. The Des Moines Leader highlighted his stance as limited to the industries he represents, contrasting eastern industrial interests with broader national policy.
Regular session left a mixed record with strong yet contested bills and a push toward extravagance. The writer cites lobby influence by brewers and distillers, debates over the multi tax and appropriation items, and concerns over railroad consolidation and office creation. The assembly adjourned April 6 with the monu ment site dispute and clock stoppage noted. Walter H. Butler signs off.
Chicago audience reacts with strong approval as Tom L. Johnson argues for absolute free trade and the single tax. He contends revenue should shift from import duties to internal taxes, abolish land monopoly, and advance a radical yet logical democratic program despite potential voter skepticism.
The April 1804 Jefferson County Iowa board session apportions assessed railroad values for the C B L Q R R O R, L R and other lines. Tax shares are listed by township and subdistrict, with specific miles rates and per mile amounts. Additional allocations cover the L R I and P V railroads, the Burlington and Western, and other lines with district-by-district figures.
The second day session adjourned minutes show bonds for local officials approved including John Williamson and Geo G Bowers. petitions for bridges and culverts referred to committee. tax abatement orders for several parcels. orphaned William E Hook granted admission to Soldiers' Orphans Home. adjourning until 8:30 tomorrow. Hood's Sarsaparilla advertisement and a humor Q&A snippet follow.
Senator David B. Hill delivered a senate speech Monday denouncing the administration and the Wilson bill. He declared he would not vote for the income tax, confirming long suspicion of disloyalty to his party. The note ends with a reference to home money to loan by W. G. Ross.
Distressing kidney and bladder ailments relieved in six hours by a new remedy sold by D. G. Higley in Fairfield. The ad touts quick relief for urinary pain, retention, and backache for both genders, claiming immediate effects. Also promotes English Spavin Liniment and Mys tic Cure for rheumatism with Higley as the vendor.
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