27 Apr 1892
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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1892
Page
1
The Tribune announces the start of a serial by Xatham H awthorne in the eighth page. It extols Hawthorns enduring genius and claims The Scarlet Letter stands among his chief laurels. Readers are urged to follow the new installment whether they have or have not read it before.
Iowa Democrats convene in Council Bluffs on May 11 1892 at 10 30 AM to select 26 delegates to the National Democratic Convention in Chicago and four delegates at large. Two delegates per congressional district will also be chosen and county representation follows votes for Horace Boies in 1891. All supporters urged to participate and counties to appoint township and county committee men. By order of the Democratic State Central Committee. C D Fullen Chairman J E Seevers Secretary.
The nomination of David Bennett Hill is ruled out as unfeasible. A careful analysis shows Horace Boies has the best chances among current contenders in the field.
The writ of fear over Grover Cleveland’s ability to carry New York is seen as the decisive factor. Analysts argue that Gov. Boies’ recognized strength increases the likelihood of Boies securing the nomination, as the fear of Cleveland’s NY weakness boosts Boies’ chances.
Judge Thayer argues for road improvement in Clinton Age, a topic pressed by newspapers statewide. The piece invites readers to consider the persisting discussion and the article's suggestions.
The platform endorses gold and silver coinage and currency convertible to both metals. It demands equal monetary value for all US money and equal purchasing power with all paper currency redeemable in gold or silver. It aims to satisfy western Democrats and the public’s demand for sound money.
Alphonse Hemphling of Summitts township Butler county Penn affidavit states his twelve year old son once with St Vitas dance lost speech but fully recovered after three bottles of Dr Miles Restorative Service. Thousands testify to cures for nervous diseases dyspepsia debility dullness and headache. Four doses of this Ner vine cured Mrs W E Burns South Bend Ind who suffered constant headache three months. Trial bottle and book free at Bradshaw Thoma s.
The Iowa Age urges a statewide road plan funded by 5 million dollars in bonds and a 3 percent county tax. It proposes state aid covering half of six miles of road, with local subscriptions filling the rest, and a six mile testing framework under county supervision. A state convention of county representatives would map costs and seek rail cooperation.
Washington Letter notes Harrison’s possible second term withdrawal after Teller’s critique and polling shows low chances in key states. It also covers Roosevelts civil service probe, Senate debates on silver coinage, and a Justice Department funding request amid ongoing deficit reports.
The Bonnifield family from Randolph Virginia moved to the Black Hawk purchase in 1836, led by Rhodham Bonnifield. The narrative traces their French Welsh roots, migrations through Ohio and Indiana, and the Cheate river conflict where Minear family members were killed. It details the long trek via Parkersburg to Illinois River country and a shared settlement path with fortified stores and cabins, highlighting resilience and family ties.
The account follows Samuel Arnold and his family who, after a long winter and flooded rivers, return to Illinois to fetch the family left in a rough cabin. They endure hardship, arrive at a stormy night, find warmth with Arnold, and begin a fledgling settlement with a thriving corn crop and a makeshift church that evolves into a parish-driven community.
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