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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1893
Page
1
The president elect opposes Mr. Murphy for New York senator. The contest is likely to be bitter with Iowa Democrats facing a major decision. Horace Boies is expected to be nominated for senator at Iowa's next state convention and the fall campaign there looms large.
At Ottumwa on Monday Judge Burton declared void the provisions of the late Col Batlin Gall's will by which he conveyed most of his property to the city of Ottumwa. The case will be appealed.
Governor removes Clarinda asylum superintendent Liewellan after reports allege patient death from scalding in a tub. Authorities investigate charges of mistreatment and unsafe confinement practices at the facility.
A speaker declares that tariff reform will come, warns Republicans not to mislead themselves, and asserts the change will serve the general public rather than the tariff beneficiaries favored by McKinley’s leadership.
Governor-elect Lewelling plans to appoint Mrs M E Lease to the state board of charities as one of his first moves. Lease is reported willing to accept but will not relinquish her claim to the senator's seat.
The Tribune presents a detailed 1892 locality weather report by Mr. W. C. Jones, 84, a longtime contributor. The article highlights its completeness and readability, offering a valuable record for readers to preserve.
The annual immigration report shows 579663 arrivals in the fiscal year ending June 30. Of these 16 percent could neither read nor write in their own language, a condition deemed a heavy tax and a sign that the country has become a dumping ground for Europe's paupers and criminals.
The balance after March 4 shows 41 Democrats, 39 Republicans, and 2 Populists. With 85 total, 45 seats needed to control. Democrats aim to secure three more from California Wyoming Montana Nevada Kansas Nebraska, banking on Wyoming and California victories and a hoped win in Montana.
The Tribune praises John C. Kelly of Sioux City for editor leadership and for its forthcoming 1892 annual review edition. The forty page issue showcases extensive city history, Floyd Valley flood coverage, Corn Palaces, churches, schools, and local building with fine advertising and illustrations.
The piece quotes sharp remarks about McKinley and compares Democratic losses to Republican downtime. It notes Secretary Foster’s surplus claim and criticizes party loyalty, urging Democrats to fill vacant positions amid health and financial strain among members.
The editorial criticizes Secretary Foster for praising a favorable balance of trade while noting record provisioning exports. It argues Republican tariffs failed to create a robust home market for farm products after decades in power and questions how long the party must stay in power to achieve self sufficiency.
The New York Herald attacks reckless surgery and anesthetics in an editorial. It asserts the republicans have been put to sleep and vows to remove McKinley excrescences with a surgical metaphor.
The Philadelphia Ledger lauds Mr. Cleveland as a statesman of honor and courage who, during a second term, should reach the pinnacle of political achievement. It praises his sincerity, restraint, and duty to country over party, hoping his tenure benefits the public good.
The New York World notes four years after President Cleveland's term, Republican senators who blocked minor Cleveland appointments now confirm many of President Harrison's picks, though made after his defeat. The piece calls this senatorial courtesy of discourtesy from one viewpoint.
The Boston Herald notes that recent years show Protestant hostility easing toward the Roman church as evidence emerges of fair dealing within the church. It praises Leo XIII for earning immediate favor among Americans through his administration on American issues.
A Fairfield Democrat questions a presidential aide’s job security amid trade speculation and a banker named Mr White who paid creditors after a failed corn corner scheme. The piece warns that basking in reflected fortune may invite imitators and end in penitentiary risk.
Speaker Crisp declares no opposition to the new administration’s plans and expresses strong support for radical tariff reform. He endorses the policy direction and signals alignment with the incoming leadership on economic issues.
A detailed review notes an unusually wet spring delaying sowing and crops, with oats down and corn below average yet a phenomenally large overall crop given the short season. Wheat hay were fair, vegetables and fruit mostly light, and the year featured many storms though overall decent health and gratitude despite setbacks.
Five room house and lot in Eldon with summer kitchen, well and improvements. Worth 800 dollars, priced 8500 if picked up soon. Buildings all new. Five room dwelling and lot with well and fruit in Fairfield at 700 dollars. Eight room dwelling and lot in Fairfield with all new buildings at 1700 dollars.
H B Keltner of Fairfield advertises other city property and farms at fair prices. Call on or address H B Keltner for details and inquiries.
Opinion argues Jefferson county Iowa should promote the upcoming international exposition. It cites nearby counties showcasing farms geodes art and college campuses as examples. It warns that failure to mobilize will bring embarrassment when visiting the expo next year. The second item notes Rev. Chas Briggs D D acquitted in New York presbytery trial, seen as a liberal victory. the decision will be appealed to the general assembly.
C H Lewis of Salt Lake City praises Chamberlain's Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as one of the most useful remedies experienced. The product is offered for sale by Bradshaw and Thomas, druggists.
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