Senate to receive tariff bill with few changes this week
The tariff bill is to be reported to the senate this week with little alteration from its house passage. No consensus on prohibition bills among legislators is observed. President has named Senator White of Louisiana as supreme court justice, and the senate quickly confirmed him after prior New York nomination defeats.
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Democrats Face Tough House Battle in Coming Elections
The piece argues the Democratic Party will face strong opposition in the upcoming congressional elections. It predicts no large House majority but confirms a solid Democratic lead, notes Republicans expect a 100-seat gain, cites tariff and economic pressures, and believes voters will soon recognize the party’s wisdom ahead of the 1896 presidential term.
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Democratic Unity Promises Tariff Reform Gains and Poses
A sharp note on unified Democratic Senate support for tariff reform. The piece cites Mills and manufacturing revival, Republican panic fading, and calls for Senate action to advance tariff reform while noting debates over silver, coalitions, and political rhetoric in Washington.
Des Moines Letter on Iowa Legislature Bounty and Suffrage Debates
The Des Moines report outlines Iowa lawmakers debating the Sawyer bounty bill for state beet sugar and a bill to codify laws. It notes pushback on a school law expert on the codification commission and discusses the looming women suffrage votes, including municipal and school election rights.
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Tariff Fight and the McKinley Era Recalled in Debates
A New York World account recalls Tom Reed arguing tariff theory as a wage issue while opponents recall the McKinley bill's impact. The piece traces protectionism from 1890 to 1893 and its collapse amid bank failures, panics, and widespread hardship. It argues tariffs harmed workers, farmers, and unprotected industries, urging repeal and fairer laws.
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Wool Question Sparks Tariff Debate Across Farms
Editor Trimme notes Republican wool coverage aims to mislead farmers while tariffs push sheep out of business. He recalls a time of free wool at 35–45 cents per pound and argues tariff policy harmed producers, urging readers to consider Republican power under McKinley in Congress.
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