26 Dec 1894
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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1894
Page
1
John Burns claims Editor Stead is overly mild on Chicago. He questions Stead’s finances and suggests New York Democrats should back Tom Platt to regain a Democratic lead in the state.
The passage questions the fate of Senator Sherman’s fight against sleeping car monopolies, once loudly proclaimed in the prior session of Congress, and seeks to clarify its current status and momentum.
A contemporary critique argues Governor McKinley should suspend his political push and address the deteriorating state finances under his administration to restore fiscal stability.
The bill is praised as ending bond issues and preventing more debt while its passage becomes law. Supporters say without the reform, bond issuance would continue.
The text argues that any Democrat who cannot propose a better plan should not object to Secretary Carlisle's currency reform bill. It notes that the amended form removes much criticism of the measure and presents a more acceptable version.
Two Indian male students from a Kansas business college eloped with two white girls recently, prompting local attention and a move to secure the women and their families.
President Cleveland likely believed the moment of currency bill debates in Congress was suitable for a hunting trip. If he stayed in Washington, he would have faced accusations of interference.
The report that Senator Allison would fall heir to the Harrison influence on the next republican national convention doesn’t ring true to those who know Indiana Bennie’s disposition. He’ll never give up anything.
Men offered a chance to provide theft advice to the House Committee on Banking and Currency did not take part. They should not appear now as critics of the committee’s work.
Commentary notes some Democratic senators could gain insight by using the Christmas break to learn constituents' views on how the House Democrats have operated this session in a business-like manner.
Max O'Rell, the French lecturer with an Irish stage name, opens his talk titled the Happiest Nation on Earth or the Gospel of Cheerfulness claiming America is the greatest and France the happiest nation.
Van Leuven, a Republican pension agent accused of swindling in the northern district, pleaded guilty and received a penitentiary sentence. A Republican judge presided, while commentators noted he might have followed Frank Jackson’s gubernatorial bid.
Opinion argues John H. Gear, pledged to corporations, supported a bill allowing railroad pooling. Foresees farmers and shippers consoling over his stance. Claims voters face tighter chains and Gear will further corporate interests.
The letter questions Senator James JF Wilson for not attending the current session despite his term expiring next March and suggests a sick claim to avoid resigning. It notes Iowa has had only one senator in recent months during tariff debates and mentions the $5000 annual salary as a point of critique.
A editorial argues against continuing pay and secretarial perks for a diminished public figure. It states Uncle Sam should not fund the privilege after incapacity and urges resignation over pension or extended support.
The Ledger and The Tribune clash over wool prices and tariffs with figures of 1802 to 1804 goods, noting large falls but arguing no woolen goods bought under the new tariff until January. The exchange includes a disputed public sale claim by George Teale and reactions from the Keosauqua Democrat on falsehoods in past reports.
A Supreme Court ruling in Plumley v. Massachusetts redefines state rights over importation and morality laws. The decision, delivered by Justice Harlan, upholds a state's power to prohibit deleterious goods, eroding Wilson's famed federal package bill and his Prohibition-era legacy.
Ira P. Wetmore of San Angelo Texas endorses Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a perfect cure for baby colic and dysentery. He says the outfit is incomplete without a bottle at home or on trips. For sale by Bradshaw Thoma druggists.
Maurice notes the subject wears a 15 collar on a 154 shirt and dances all night with a smile, indicating steady temperament. He emphasizes the ease with which the man handles social occasions.
Representative Hall of Missouri energized debate on the Carlisle bill with minutes of notes and a free speech allowance. He argued the present law under Republican guidance has left the country financially perilous, citing Treasury actions on gold, silver certificates, and bond issues while denying gold redemption since 1863.
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