09 Aug 1893
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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1893
Page
1
The New York World notes opposition to pension reform will not strengthen the Republicans. The Des Moines Register predicts the administration will move to assign assets after Congress convenes. Editorials mock Grover Cleveland while recalling McKinley and Foster as failed financiers.
The Alton Democrat profiles John Plummer of Hudson 8. D. as a two year paper defaulter who moved to Missouri. It claims he owes four dollars and pledges to send extra copies to his new Missouri address while inviting Missouri papers to copy the puff.
The Des Moines Leader denounces ex President Harrison for blaming the Democratic administration for the current financial distress. It argues his remarks are undignified partisan rhetoric and ignores his own party's past treasury struggles.
A Fairfield editorial warns readers against Chicago merchants at the World’s Fair. It accuses sellers of shoddy goods, inflated prices, and high local costs to profit from visitors. The piece urges travelers to avoid buying household items, clothing, or jewelry in Chicago and to take only enough money to attend the fair.
Horace Boies states he will not seek a third term as governor or a US Senate seat. He argues against nominating a senator, urges direct popular election, and prioritizes state issues such as prohibitions and state institutions over national politics. A letter to Democratic Chair Charles Fullen outlines his principled stance and retirement plans in Waterloo.
The St. Paul Pioneer Press reports signs of a turning tide after prolonged stringency. Money that fled banks and investments is returning, with large sums reentering securities at low prices. London resumes buying on Sherman repeal hopes, while widespread small investor activity accelerates the inflow of cash into dividend stocks and bonds.
The St. Louis Republic reviews Indiana Republican platform endorsing the Sherman bullion purchase law while noting Democratic opposition and contrasting rosy claims with bank suspensions and falling silver. It calls the Sherman law a Republican and anti-Democrat measure that must go.
A congressional analysis notes Secretary Smith followed a prior Republican interpretation of the 1890 pension law on disability cases. It argues the Bussey letter predated the Democratic administration and that about 400,000 cases may be impacted, with many now reviewed and some retained, while others face new proof requirements.
The Keokuk Gate City defends nonpartisan investigations into Iowa state penitentiaries and criticizes Sioux City Tribune and Gate City for political capital claims. It notes Warden E C C McMillan was suspended after a bipartisan report found a $1300 shortfall.
The Advertiser notes Congressman Sayes’s remarks on current national affairs. He blames Republican policy since Harrison for a depressed economy, citing McKinley and Sherman silver acts as causes of overproduction and job losses, urging Democratic wisdom and legislation for relief. He likens party missteps to an incompetent crew sinking a ship.
Chicago Herald reports partisan papers and politicians attempt to frighten pensioners by claiming reforms are coming under the current administration. Secretary B Jake Smith says the department will enforce existing laws and no pensioner with a valid claim will be asked to reverify it.
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