Denouncement of Afro-American League by Rev. Andrew J. Chambers
The North Carolina preacher Rev. Andrew J. Chambers denounces the Chicago Afro-American League meeting as biased. He testifies the North Carolina league elected him as delegate, and he defends southern progress, warns against Northern mob influence, and urges unity with reform in tariffs and farm policy.
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New York
Governor Gears Replies Open Letter on Tariff and Tax Cuts
The letter from Governor Gears to Jacob Funk discusses tariff policy and treasury surplus. He favors reducing revenues by revising tariffs or cutting internal revenue but deems internal taxes on liquor and tobacco impractical given pension costs. He suggests potential arts alcohol reductions to lower varnish and furniture costs.
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Fairfield
Llowa
Funk
Lowa
Apportionment Shows GOP Underrepresented in Legislature
The article states Republicans hold fifty seats from districts totaling 783,768 population, while Democrats represent fifty districts with 970,227 people. It argues the gap results from deliberate intent, noting some previously Republican districts were won by Democrats, underscoring the sacred right to equal representation.
Debates Over State Apportionment Sparks Calls for Fair Reform
The piece argues against gerrymandered districts that favor Republicans, noting 51 districts concentrate power in a minority. It cites county populations and proposed fair apportionment to prevent disenfranchisement of Democratic counties and restore majority rule through equitable representation.
Indiana Wool Growers Seek Higher Raw Wool Tariff
The Indiana Wool Growers Association met in Indianapolis and called for a higher tariff on raw wool. They cite census and association reports showing domestic raw wool meets less than a quarter of demand and that supply has shrunk under high tariffs. They argue tariff aims to protect flockmasters’ profits at consumers’ expense.
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United States
Congress
England
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Senate
Funk
Mills Committee
Hue
India
Inc
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Ohio
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Indiana
St. Louis Republic
Indiana Wool Growers’ Association
Indianapolis
Indiana Association
Farmers Reject Corn Burning Plan Amid Political Fury
Des Moines News notes farmers’ anger as the Towa State Register’s suggestion to burn corn is criticized as a cruel insult after years of urging industry and tariff support. The piece warns voters will respond in elections to remove leaders who trifled with farm families.
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Towa
Thema
Mr. Allison
Ofice
Register
Clarkson
Des Moines News
Death of John D Baldwin Shocks Council Bluffs Community
The community mourns John D Baldwin a longtime prominent figure in Council Bluffs since 1900. Born October 12 1920 in Penn he built a life of public service as a legislator and mayor and mentored a large business and civic network. He left a widow two daughters and a sister.
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Council Bluffs
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Washington County
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Jamesville
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Ottumwa
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