23 Dec 1896
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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1896
Page
1
The Iowa legislature will convene in extra session Tuesday January 19. The piece notes general sympathy for Cubans and suggests potential U S military action if legal. William Morris left a fortune of a quarter of a million dollars to relatives. Socialism is easier to preach than to practice.
The failure of four Chicago banks last Monday, including the National of Illinois with assets over fourteen million dollars, seriously impaired McKinley’s confidence. Chicago papers say no panic since 1873 has shaken local financial circles more than these collapses.
Mr. Bryan welcomed Lynn Massachusetts election of a free silver mayor and noted wage cuts at two local factories. He telegrammed the mayor elect saying Lynn has at last put its shoe on the right foot.
The fiftieth anniversary of Iowa’s admission to the union will be marked next Monday December 28 Governor Drake urges a statewide holiday with flags and observance. Fairfield citizens plan a library meeting in the evening inviting all to attend.
The attitude of Secretary Obney toward senate resolutions recognizing Cuban belligerency sparks turmoil in Washington. He argues recognition rests with the executive branch and congressional action would have no effect. The dispute hints at possible war with Spain before the Cuban issue is settled.
Gov Drake visits Colorado to reconcile with Mary Lord Drake who wed George Sturdivant of Centerville in defiance of the governor. The couple planned a banking venture at Moravia in Appanoose County with the governor backing the enterprise after an initial dispute over wealth and status.
Chicago hosts a move to end bitter splits between silver and gold factions. Gov Altgeld backs a unified state committee and a mayoral bid, urging harmony over money issues. Democrats seek to rally behind a credible Chicago figure and defeat Republicans in spring elections.
The Inter State Tracer man A S Burnell of Marshalltown faced a second trial after offensive mailings and public court criticism. He was fined 1400 dollars and given six months in jail, suspended on payment of 400 dollars if he ceases further violations of the law.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve advertised as the best remedy for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or money refunded. Price 25 cents per box, sold by Bradshaw and Thoma.
Alderman John Powers, installed as president, urged Democrats of Chicago to unite and welcome all factions. The gathering showed a fraternal tone with no harsh exchanges and featured a Philharmonic quartet singing Illinois names. Ex-Congressman McGann praised Grover Cleveland as a former county leader amid hearty applause.
Stands at the Head. Aug J Bogel of Shreveport says the cough cure is the best seller. J F Campbell of Safford calls it a sure cure for Consumption Coughs and Colds. Free trial bottles at Bradshaw Thoma’s. Hood’s Sarsaparilla fights rheumatism by neutralizing lactic acid.
The Tribune prints the full address of I D Jones after publishers and readers pressed for publication of the earlier version. The piece discusses Democratic, Populist, and Free Silver Republicans in Jefferson County and contrasts two differing texts, noting edits and changes while urging continued political education and party unity through future elections and campaigns.
Charles and Minnie Fillenworth of Guthrie County Iowa were escorted in separate trains to the Mt Pleasant asylum after both became insane from heated political disputes over McKinley and Bryan. They traveled with their children and were unaware the other was headed for the same institution.
Keokuk Gate City reports on the Cherry Sisters of Marion Iowa building wealth from a show critics call meritless. Their Cedar Rapids and Chicago runs draw huge crowds as audiences jeer and toss objects while the troupe profits from sensational notoriety.
The C B and Q offer a one and one third rate for round trips to all points within 200 miles on December 24 25 31 and January 1 1897 with final return by January 4 1897. The ad notes health claims for One Minute Cough Cure to prevent lung trouble and promotes subscription to The Tribune.
Electric Bitters is advertised as a year round remedy for languor liver sluggishness and malaria poison with benefits against headache indigestion constipation and dizziness. Potency priced 50c and 1.00 per bottle.
Mrs. W. B. Hewitt of New Hampton Iowa praises Hood's Pills and Hood's Sarparilla as a tonic and blood purifier. She notes they keep her family well without physician visits and call Hood's pills a favorite cathartic enjoyed by all who try them.
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