01 Feb 1893
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 15 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1893
Page
1
The St. Louis Republic notes Elijah W. Halford has been promoted to major in the U S army by presidential appointment. It cites Harrison remarks on fitness as the standard governing such promotions and emphasizes the president’s belief in fitness as the test.
The speaker argues any Iowa Democrat can run for senator and urges supporters to address opposition at the Democratic state convention. He contends the convention offers a fair arena to challenge Horace Boies rather than the legislature.
The article argues Bragg loses the Wisconsin senate contest while Mitchell, described as a millionaire, is chosen. It advocates direct election by the people, contending that funding influence by the legislature favors the rich and discourages poorer candidates, risking a future where only the wealthy run.
The Kansas legislature elected Martin to the United States Senate. Martin is a Democrat who will align with his party in the Senate. he supports free silver, which drew criticism from the populists. He told the People's Party members he does not believe in their sub treasury plan, and he doubts they believe in it either. Mrs. Lease and the straight-out Democrats opposed the election.
The article eulogizes James G Blaine noting his commanding ability and leadership yet cites demagogic perceptions and political failures. It references a six column Ridpath character estimate on inside pages and a final portrait on page six, acknowledging his remarkable intellect.
Sigourney Review reports Charles D. Fullen, Burlington Democratic chairman, urging caution on free coinage planks added to state platforms to attract Populist voters. He criticizes Cedar Rapids and Ottumwa conventions for pushing inflationary issues and urges Democrats to align with sound economics and voter sentiment.
A concluding address on the courthouse dedication recounts the first district court in Jefferson county, the 1839 territorial enactment, early judges and sheriffs, and the first lawyers. It recalls a frontier claim dispute settled by a self organized committee and notes on prominent early attorneys and their public service.
The address by Robt. F. Rateliff recalls Jefferson County’s court heritage from territorial days through statehood. It names early district judges and notable figures such as Mason Olney Knapp Seevers Baldwin Hendershott Stone Loughridge Sampson Winslow Cook Johnson Leggett Traverser Babb Burton and explains shifts in district boundaries and appointments.
The article reviews the district court's expansion with a fourth judge, naming Joseph C. Mitchell and W. D. Tisdale. It lists nineteen past district judges, notes circuit court figures from 1808, and details sheriffs from early offices to present, including deaths, migrations, and later careers.
Prof Budd of the state horticulture society says an acre of grapes in Iowa with proper soil variety choice and care yields more profit than raisin grapes in Fresno California. An acre of Duchess apples in Iowa also outperforms an acre of oranges in Southern California. He notes this is a serious claim from a cautious authority.
Five room House with well and fruit priced at 8600. Twelve room House with outbuildings 1600 payment 8700 cash balance on time with interest. Five room House in Gage's addition with well and fruit 8750. New five room House and two lots in Johnson's addition 900. Sixty acres land three miles southeast of city fenced with ten acres under cultivation balance pasture price 1 POW. Fifty other bargains.
Insurance options emphasized with low rates, highlighting School and Church Furniture as a specialty and promising cost-effective coverage for educational and religious facilities.
The paper confirms finalized plans for exclusive publication in the designated columns. Arrangements include timing, scope, and partner outlets, with coordination to ensure premier access and distinct editorial emphasis.
A fragment notes that stories by well known authors will appear in the local paper and urges readers not to miss the treat, promising notable literary works and exclusive content for the audience.
The piece argues Democrats should not harshly criticize Mr. Cleveland for attending ex President Slayes funeral. It notes Slayes' alleged past fraud benefiting the public and cites the electoral commission that favored Democrats. It praises Cleveland for attending, calling it creditable and proper given his status as the surviving ex-president.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.