18 Apr 1894
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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1894
Page
1
The piece praises Editor Walsh for using his editorial influence on tariff talk and jokes that swift Senate action on the Behring sea bill would win public praise. It notes Sam Small informing Washington about the four degrees of drunkenness and recalls his past mastery of the order.
A satirical note likens prolonged senate deliberation to smallpox and yellow fever, arguing such annoyances must be endured as part of public governance.
The passage notes a renewed peace sentiment in South Carolina while warning that stains on the White-winged peace symbol resemble MacDuff’s hands that cannot be washed away. The text hints this blemish could cause later trouble or controversy.
Quote shows Walsh defending democratic measures while noting colleagues lack explicitness. The remark critiques colleagues for not being as precise about their democratic stance.
The text argues that Kentucky’s Breckenridge district Democrats have the right stuff to defeat Colonel Colson in the fall. It says he has lost usefulness and his election would be discreditable.
The jury awarded Madeline Pollard fifteen thousand dollars in a breech of promise case against Congressman Breckenridge. Evidence suggested Breckenridge bore chief responsibility for Pollard's alleged condition and public opinion approved the verdict.
The document cites Mrs. Foster's move from the prohibition party to the Republican fold. It claims the motive was to obtain an office from President Harrison for her husband, described as having only business sense to carry a traveling bag.
Major A. H. Hamilton denounces the mulct law in a letter to the Ottumwa Courier. He asks what the statute is but inciting disloyalty and hypocrisy, noting cowardice for not repealing the prohibitory law while offering a premium to nullify it.
The speaker notes Pennsylvania hosts frequent major strikes, citing the coke and coal operators' stoppage. He questions how protection for labor relates to wage difficulties faced by workers in the state.
The New York World notes one quarter of Hill's speech drew warm approval. On Ainsworth's motion the Albany Republican assembly adopted a resolution thanking Hill and congratulating him for camping with the Republicans on protection.
The Des Moines Capitol paper shows a half page photo from the fifth issue with legislators at a Grand Opera House presentation of the Black Crook. Among the crowd, Hon. S. H. Watkins stands out with a notable likeness.
A Democratic lawmaker who habitually misses House meetings for personal convenience should not be renominated. Punctuality is valued over ability, as many capable Democrats exist but few who are consistently on time in Washington.
Senate sentiment shows limited opposition to the tariff bill with at most three democratic votes against it. Senator Hill is expected to vote no while Senator Irby of South Carolina continues to oppose the measure, though not vehemently. The article notes Irby’s populist Democrat stance and growing discontent with the bill.
Democratic threatened opposition clouds final passage as populist senators led by Preffer and Allen weigh the income tax clause. Irby signals possible opposition while Kyle and others remain undecided. The fate of the tariff bill hinges on retaining the income tax provision to win votes.
The piece argues that sustained name familiarity wins and advocates honest clear ads. It praises special offers to draw customers who will later buy more, stressing transparent reasons for low prices and the value of telling why a product is good. It condemns vague general ads and praises direct store news.
The piece argues Governor McKinley of Ohio is under fire for neglecting state finances and promoting his presidential bid. It claims deficits rose from 1.37 million to over 2.07 million and predicts a four million dollar liability by end of his second term, tying it to a failed private business and tariff politics.
The law states that in any future election in cities towns or school districts or for bonds and tax increases, the right to vote shall not be denied on account of sex and women may vote under the same restrictions as men.
Taylor's offers new buggies and spring wagons at low prices. The sale highlights affordable options for local customers seeking durable transportation.
The writer argues Democrats should back Reed for president by Republicans and adopt his quorum counting method. They claim it might be defendable in certain cases, but not when one party holds a large majority and should require a daily quorum during congressional sessions.
Hon. Thomas B. Reed of Maine spoke to a Boston Republican club on October 25 1803 urging free trade lessons and warning that ruined Massachusetts factories would push manufacturing westward. He urged mass support to keep industrial leadership by a majority voice across the country.
An intriguing advertorial fragment touts a "New Great South American Kidney Cure" that claims rapid relief for bladder and kidney pain in both sexes, promising near-immediate results on urination. It lists D. G. Higley as the Fairfield druggist and includes other product promotions and stray dialogue.
The April session records the board's actions on clerk fees and tax abatements. Several citizens including Louisa J Farquar Lafayette Coop M Baum H S Mitchell Maria Tilson Walter Stever receive tax abatements for various reasons. A highway is approved near section 23, township 75, range 9 west. The board adjourns to inspect Walnut township bridges.
On Thursday April 5 1894 the board reviewed bridge work bids for the coming year and heard company arguments. Job Williams steward reported the poor farm’s quarterly results for March 31 1804 showing receipts 408 75 and a remaining balance 2065 33 after approved expenditures. James W Messick overseer of the city poor reported aid to 102 persons including rent and medical care for the quarter ending March 31 1894 and was ordered to have his report approved.
The board grants a three dollar abatement for property destroyed by fire owned by John A. Ramey and approves per diem and mileage for six directors. Lowest bids for iron bridges were rejected and must be resourced. medical attendance bids were rejected and await new contracting authority. L.G. Myers chairs the session with adjournment sine die.
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