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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1900
Page
4
The Fairfield Tribune lists subscription terms for one year six months and three months with rates in advance. It notes entry at the Fairfield post office as second class mail matter and carries the slogan A drop of ink makes millions think.
financier James R. Keene says Democrats favor change after stock panic and argues Republican currency bills would contract the money supply. He cites gold shipments abroad and Treasury lockup of greenbacks as undermining circulation, urging a system that funds business without taxing or empowering banks.
The piece argues for a new Andrew Jackson to oppose the alliance of a large financial institution with the federal government. It condemns official favoritism that backs a private banking entity as the nation faces a modern money power, citing the Standard Oil influence and Secretary Gage. It calls for Democratic courage to resist a new official bank and control over currency.
The notice invites farmers to read the quarterly Western Trail published by the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Railway. It is sent free for one year and requests readers to address a letter or postal card to John Sebastian, G P A, Chicago.
Delaware built up 416 million in trusts in under nine months, while New Jersey totals 4.403 billion. The compare casts doubt on a senator’s claim that anti trust laws are exclusively Republican, as magnates seem to sway lawmaking with executive power.
The quarrel among prominent Republican statesmen over who drafted the gold plank in the St Louis platform reveals oddities in political minds. The nominee quickly repudiated the resolution and seeks election as an international bimetallist rather than a gold standard proponent. Expect renewed GOP promises of an international agreement to mislead voters as talk swirls in the Republican press and Congress.
The article notes cordial U S Britain relations and reports the seizure of three American ships bound for Delagoa Bay, a neutral area. It compares current tensions to Andrew Jackson's defiant stance at New Orleans and stresses maintaining goodwill with Great Britain.
The passage notes Andrew Jackson's clash with the Bank of the United States provoking media opposition in his era. It cites the 1832 election results: Jackson 219 electoral votes to Clay's 49. It then contrasts McKinley's different approach to banks by feeding them rather than smashing.
A reader notes a powerful trio led by John D. Rockefeller of Standard Oil, James Stillman of Rockefeller’s bank, and Lyman J. Gage, the treasury secretary. The piece questions the place of the working man amid this influence.
A last week's report stating 29 American boys died in the Philippines is cited to support a Republican claim that peace is fully restored. The text presents this figure as evidence in the political argument.
A historic quote from James A. Garfield states that control of a nation's money volume grants mastery over all industry and commerce, reflecting 19th century views on monetary influence. The remark underscores finance as a central lever in economic power.
The Ohio Supreme Court dismissed Attorney General Monnet’s bribery case against Standard Oil on grounds he failed to connect the company to the bribe. Monnet alleged a $400,000 offer to influence cases, but the court ruled the offer came from representatives, not the living company. The piece portrays a partisan defense of trusts and Hanna-era politics.
Advertising copy touts No-To-Bac as a wonder-worker to quit tobacco and restore vigor. Claims cure is guaranteed with a booklet and sample, available from Sterling Remedy Co. in Chicago or New York.
Lot No 4 lists extra fine Beaver Kersey and Boucle capes and jackets in black and tan. Wholesale values $10.00 to $12.00. retail $12.00 to $15.00. Sale price $8.75.
A local retailer advertises a large display of ladies jackets and the widest muff line yet, promising bargains and reasonable prices to shoppers.
Former Iowa governor Boies outlines ten campaign planks for the Democrats. He urges opposition to colonial rule and standing armies, tariff reform, anti trust measures, currency reform and universal legal tender, plus a pledge to Philippine independence and Cuban freedom. He notes most ideas will gain broad Democratic support with debate over a seventh currency proposal.
Chicago crowd of 512 heard Colonel William Jennings Bryan condemn imperialism as un-American and treasonous to independence. He attacked the currency bill as pro‑bank, warned of Philippine citizenship, and urged stronger anti trust action while defending gold production and the gold standard.
An old advertisement touts Mull's Lightning Pain Killer as a universal remedy for pleurisy diphtheria croup colds winter cholera and various pains. It claims absolute purity and lists 25c price at all druggists.
The Rock Island Wall Map of the United States is the best offered to the public. It is very large and specially adapted to school purposes. Every teacher of geography and every business office should have one. It will be sent post paid to any address on receipt of fifteen cents in postage stamps or coin. Address, JOHN SEBASTIAN,G.P.A., Chicago, Il.
A run of property deeds records December 1899 transfers in Fairfield Batavia and surrounding areas. Transactions include multiple parcels in blocks and additions, with prices ranging from 1 to 2,346 dollars and dates from December 20 to December 30. Notable grantees include W. E. Bradshaw Jen nie Porter and George M. Bailey, among others.
The Iowa Homestead and three other farm publications are offered together with our home paper for 1.50 for the full five in one year. Four practical titles include Special Farmers Institute editions written by farmers. Farmers in the county are urged to take advantage of the deal and subscribe.
The Allen town Pa News asserts newspaper advertising is the most effective method to inform the public what men have to sell. It claims advertising reaches the eyes of many at low cost, surpassing other devices for merchants.
The United States plans a special corn promotion led by Commissioner Peck at the Paris Exposition. A corn kitchen will be set up at public expense to cook and sell breads and pastries made from maize.
A family tale about a father who rises to wealth after entering politics. The poem contrasts past poverty with present luxury and depicts his cynical view of labor and corporate favors. The speaker notes the shift from faith and family prayers to public schemes and power.
The New Orleans Times-Democrat lauds The Chicago Tribune for its Paris and London correspondence Grace Corneau and H J Whigham. It claims Chicago journalism will become metropolitan and surpass New York papers in foreign and home coverage, citing last Sunday’s Tribune edition.
An editor returns a bulky manuscript noting excessive color in the prose. The author asks how, and the editor jokes that the opening chapter makes characters change colors from purple to blue to illustrate exaggeration. The quip is attributed to Puck.
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