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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1895
Page
1
The Ingwood Herald argues for a native statesman to lead Iowa as its next governor, criticizing the current count of nine previous contenders and praising honesty. It laments reliance on borrowing over earning and supports free trade and cheaper sugar and wool.
The piece argues populist financiers have benefited from inaction and would retreat from their wild theories if required to act, suggesting a behavioral flaw when pressed to assume responsibility.
Mr Strong the new Republican mayor of New York City stirs a hornets nest by proposing to saloon keepers that the liquor law on Sundays be violated. Civic federation preachers and other citizens oppose the plan.
The Fairfield Ledger notes woolen goods are being sold locally under the new tariff, with prices cut by 15 to 50 percent, a move the paper says hurts consumers and local merchants.
Jim Bell, famed criminal, admits blowing open the Muscatine county treasurer’s safe in 1873 at Duluth. He says the robbery destroyed records and netted $28 000, and that the county treasurer hired the robbers to cover his own embezzlement.
The text notes that when citizens pay their taxes this year they will face a half mill increase in the state levy. It emphasizes the rise was ordered by Iowa's last Republican legislature to counter potential criticisms of Cleveland and the Democratic administration.
Captain Edward P Doherty who captured Lincoln assassin J Wilkes Booth remains alive He is a Democrat Tammanyean and serves as an inspector of street paving in New York City He received 5500 of the 75000 congress appropriated to pay government rewards the largest single payment
The Atlantic magazine remains faithful to literature rather than visual trends, delivering choicest writing month after month. It pleases readers who love good literature with its enduring quality.
The article argues that Mr. Dole and his Hawaiian republicans should not be indignant at the U S government’s handling of Hawaiian affairs. It states the republic was recognized by the United States as an independent sovereign government and asserts the United States bears no responsibility if it cannot maintain itself.
The Salt Lake Herald remarks that the South Dakota treasurer’s crime stems from a party philosophy of redistributing wealth. It criticizes the GOP official for appropriating public property and calls the scale of his action astonishing.
The new tariff is widening the treasury's intake with receipts near one million dollars daily. In five and a half months under the law it has surpassed the McKinley era figures for the same period, while easing duties on imports used by U S manufactories.
Of the two hundred workingmen reporting to Labor Commissioner O Bien ness last year, only thirty seven say they saved anything during the year. In but one case does the person report receiving exceptionally large wages. This man was the fore man of a manufacturing establishment.
A summary of the year’s earnings shows $1,572 received for a man’s work with $1,000 saved, excluding the report. The average savings of those who reported savings was $169.18. Many earners $600+ save nothing while lower earners report satisfactory savings. the principle remains that spending must stay below earnings.
The governor misreads the currency dispute as a bipartisan compromise. He assumes both gold and silver advocates will concede, but neither side will yield. He notes a shortage of nonextremist statesmen capable of agreement.
The Philadelphia Record notes the Democratic Party recovers from panic as the new tariff disappoints foes predictions. It says the people are determined to resist reckless practices exploiting credulity and fear. It also observes Republicans show embarrassment over a triumph yielding no real trophies.
Grinnell druggist C B Grunell found guilty in Poweshiek district court of violating prohibition and fined 300 dollars. While CLERK-elect Grunell petitioned Gov Boies for clemency, the request was denied but later remitted when Gov. Young Hickory Boies, elected governor, granted clemency and waived the fine.
The piece argues William R. Morrison is the Democratic front runner for 1896. He serves as Interstate Commerce Commission chairman and avoids the White House but is sought by senators and House Democrats. Western-front contender Morrison appears favored if his home state backs him at the convention.
The Post Office Restaurant serves ice cream and choice confections alongside warm meals available at all hours.
A Dakota farmer editorial compares wool costs and sheep profits in Garey South Dakota with Ohio figures, questioning claims of ruin from free wool. It argues flocks can yield six to nine pounds per sheep and critiques tariff politics and GOP rhetoric. The piece also foresees shifts in senate coinage support and Democratic resilience in a divided Congress.
The Washington report notes Mr. Reed and Republican followers regret their nonparticipation with Democrats on Carlisle currency reforms. Republicans blocked action, then faced internal split as Democrats fractured over the measure. Reed now confronts Senate free coinage leaders like Teller Wolcott and Dubois who opposed him, signaling future divisions when Republicans gain control.
A Chicago Herald analysis defending Democratic administrations and criticizing Republican attacks. It praises care in state finances under Democratic governors, cites Wisconsin and Indiana debt reductions, and denounces Republican and silver currency policies while defending Altgeld and Matthews. It argues national reforms improved tariffs and governance, and notes Democratic discord on currency measures in Congress.
The text argues that republican mismanagement has created an extreme crisis needing unprecedented remedy. It contends democratic governance, when in power, acted for taxpayers and financial conservation, implying the failure lies with Republicans rather than Democrats.
The president defends policy toward Hawaii, notes no ship would be needed unless international law is violated. He reveals dispatches to Admiral Beardslee ordering the Philadelphia to Honolulu to protect American lives and property, and to aid citizens if civil war breaks out, with advisory consultation with the U.S. minister.
Commander Lawler of the Grand Army of the Republic advocates introducing military drill in public schools to instill a war spirit. The idea is criticized as a dangerous overreaction, with opponents arguing the country should not stay on a war footing.
Advertisement promises Standard Stock Food will flesh and prevent disease when fed per directions. Sold by Lewis and Black.
The Sigourney Review cites Ledger and Tribune comments on six district democracy counts in Keokuk County. It credits Supervisor Hamilton and predicts the next New Year may bring more officials. The piece links political strain to Congress tidal waves and urges Cleveland to act to tempt reform and fuel prohibition in the state.
The speaker grumbled about free sugar as Republicans in the Senate voted against placing it on the free list. The bill, a Democratic initiative in a Democratic Congress, faced GOP opposition over origin rather than merit, highlighting alleged inconsistency.
An old advertisement style piece touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as a internal blood remedy not a quack medicine, with testimonials and claims of curing catarrh. It includes endorsements from Carlton Cornwell and Mr Fatty, plus mention of Chamberlains Pain Balm and local druggists Bradshaw and Thoma. It notes treatises and prices and urges sending for testimonials.
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