04 Feb 1891
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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1891
Page
1
Polk County exhibits a strong Republican and prohibition stance in Iowa. Last year expenses exceeded income by $129,687 for ordinary purposes. Fairfield and old Jefferson show exceptional property demand, aided by local newspapers and the outlook for a new courthouse.
The Democratic senators praised their opposition to the odious force bill declaring it dead and laid in its grave forever. They argued the era of radicals controlling Congress has ended and the nation will not endure such leadership again.
The piece blasts John L Sullivan as an American nuisance, calling for an end to the chronic reports of his exploits. It questions the difference between his state of inebriation and sobriety and urges suppression.
The Dubuque Telegraph argues that the Grand Army of Kansas acts partisan by petitioning the legislature to re-elect Senator Ingalls. It claims the posts lack genuine veteran backing, labeling the effort as factitious and driven by the Republican machine rather than true service.
The Iowa City Press notes the Atlanta postmaster John R. Lewis closed his office on Monday, the anniversary of Robert E. Lees birth, without permission. Lewis, a former Des Moines resident, was appointed on the recommendation of Jas. Clarkson. The piece questions whether the Des Moines Register will protest.
The Keosauqua Democrat shifts to State Line Democrat with a broader aim to serve southeastern Iowa and northeastern Missouri. Publisher Geo F. Smith plans a newsy weekly with less sensationalism and more character, likened to Ottumwa Press. The note praises Smith as a gracious writer and earnest Democrat.
The Birmingham Enterprise denounces county printing in Iowa as unbusinesslike and costly. It accuses a political pet of frequent overcharging for letter heads and bar dockets, arguing the bid system favors friends in local campaigns and patronage over patriotism.
The Ledger notes the Iowa Supreme Court has erred again, marking a second controversial ruling after years earlier voiding the prohibition constitutional amendment. The paper views the court's actions as politically charged and potentially harming Republican interests and Senator Wilson, the pro prohibition author.
The Ledger criticizes the Supreme Court for ruling an indictment defective in Harrison’s assault case at Pleasant Plain. It argues Wilson-Wilson Jr drew the indictment poorly, despite the defendant being found guilty, and claims the court is wrong for disagreeing with the Wilsons.
The Ledger’s attack on the supreme court is faulted as unfounded. The county attorney Wilson knew the indictment in the state versus Harrison was faulty but proceeded under court assurance, risking review. The trial proceeded, high court later reviews, and the indictment may be barred by statute of limitations.
Fairfield letter recalls impeachment era Republican splits and praises six senators who sided with Democrats to preserve constitutional norms. It argues Boies Shaffer figures support higher crop values and critiques Ledger’s stance on Iowa policy and Republican legislation.
Rev. J. M. McElroy recalls five former pupils from fifty years past living across distances of 14 to 40 miles. Two became ministers, one a lawyer, one a physician. three taught. One died in battle. others pursued teaching, ministry, or law, with vivid portraits of John, Henry, David, Samuel, and James and their later paths.
In Packwood area news John Barnes shipped two ears of hogs to Chicago on Tuesday. Sickness persists locally. Geo Duke and wife visited his father in Hedrick. Lee McVey's baby was buried at Abingdon cemetery. Squire Duke plans a hog load to weigh near the Belleville scales. Ek Hickenbottom of Walnut Grove visits Belleville folks. Harvey Carr remains ill. Rumor of a wolf hunt near Pekin circulating.
A historical note describes New York dry goods traders banking on a looming McKinley tariff. Importers stockpiled goods in anticipation of higher duties while jobbers hesitated, then bought heavily as Senate signaled progress. The piece cites views of New York merchants and contrasts perceived gains with tax implications. It also critiques Senator Edmunds on coffee tax calculations and tariff rhetoric.
In a dialogue heavy piece the text rails at McKinleyism and protectionism while critiquing French trade with the United States. It cites Minister Reid and M Ribot debating pork imports and domestic bills as writers mock economic policy and linguistic quibbles. Included are snatches of absurd or humorous exchanges from Epoch and Puck.
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