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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1894
Page
1
A fragmented nineteenth century business directory listing numerous firms and vendors by area and type. Includes Cigar Factories, Dry Goods, Dairymen, Furniture and Undertaking, Groceries, Flour and Feed, Hardware, and Tailors with locations near depots, squares, and various city parts.
The Dubuque Herald notes four years ago Gov Boies era attracted few democrats barred for 35 years who were mocked by Des Moines papers as hungry hogs. Now democrats attack Jackson in force, having been out only four years, while Republicans seek those state offices.
My house, barn and four lots offered for sale. A bargain and a clear deal. Contact J. J. Roe for details.
The Missouri governor lauds local newspapers for offering 500 to 5000 in free space annually to their communities. He argues no other agency matches the local paper's service and calls for support, saying a home paper delivers the best value for residents.
Chicago Herald Des Moines correspondent claims Wilson is in Fairfield with rumored mental decline. The article calls the claims balderdash and asserts the senator has been in poor health but mentally sound, having left for the regular session in December and now at the capitol.
The state mourns Gov Boies on the death of his daughter Jessica in Waterloo on January 1 at age 28. She lived in Des Moines recently and participated in social duties of his administration. In light of the governor's grief, inaugural ceremonies for Gov Jackson will be kept very simple.
Former Iowa congressman B J Hall died at his Burlington home last Friday afternoon at three o'clock from dropsy. Born January 13 1835 in Mount Vernon Ohio he moved to Burlington in 1849 and began law practice in 1857. He served in the 1872 general assembly and the 1882 congressional term, later serving as commissioner of patents under Cleveland. He leaves a wife and was regarded as a man of intellect integrity and quiet friendships.
The Iowa senatorial contest centers on John H. Gear with him ahead of rivals. Critics cite his age and central western ties while lobbying notes claim seventeen railroad backers support Gear. The Des Moines scene features Gear Hepburn Lacey and Perkins absent from duties as they seek the senate seat, drawing sharp press commentary.
Fairfield receives about 30000 from Carnegie to fund a public library, prompting defense of Carnegie’s philanthropy and criticism of tariff policy. The piece argues against labeling beneficiaries as thieves, praising the donor’s honor and library project amid debates on protective tariffs.
A brisk column rails against tariff fights and the Wilson bill while lampooning Republicans, Boss Platt and prohibition rhetoric. It mocks the mulet plan as license by another name and cautions against political hypocrisy in Iowa and beyond.
Sioux City Tribune views the push for a local option or mulet law as a betrayal of conservative Republican principles. The piece criticizes leaders for avoiding real relief from prohibition, warns of legal and civic harm, and cites figures like Sabin Beeson and John Mahin as backing the plan, while urging courage and common sense.
Ottumwa Sun notes a GOP victory in Iowa with a large legislative majority. The Courier sought guidance from state leaders on liquor policy and the responses indicate uncertainty about future action.
In a brief exchange a man notes that another's trade is opening up and clarifies the occupation by saying he serves shell oysters at a lunch counter.
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