World Fair Sunday Attendance Lags Week
Attendance at the World's Fair on Sunday fell below that of any day that week, not exceeding half the level of weekday crowds according to reports from the event organizers.
12 Jul 1893
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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1893
Page
1
Attendance at the World's Fair on Sunday fell below that of any day that week, not exceeding half the level of weekday crowds according to reports from the event organizers.
The German Emperor is expected to attend the World’s Fair in September. His presence would bring Europe’s finest attraction to the Exposition, should he decide to go.
Ottumwa Sun reporter Hr. C. Evans is appointed head of a treasury department division. The Tribune notes the post is a good position and praises the selection of a good Democrat.
A political guide argues the Democratic Party should challenge state issues in this fall campaign and avoid retreat on national questions, asserting that courage and forceful debate are essential for success.
The financial situation shows decided improvement across the country with good crop prospects, rising gold reserves, lower interest rates in New York, and increased bank deposits in major cities.
Western rail companies appear set to persist in resisting rate reductions for the World’s Fair. Authorities warn the stance will disappoint hundreds of travelers and sharply curtail the event’s attendance.
The Iowa Capital lauds Gov. Boies for aiding northwestern Iowa after the cyclone. It notes his personal visit to Pomeroy to oversee relief, calling his actions noble and devoid of political motive.
The Tribune reports John C. Bills as Democratic gubernatorial candidate across papers including the Davenport Democrat which supplements with an interview. He does not deny the possibility of acceptance if nominated, implying he would not refuse the office if offered.
Sioux City Tribune notes Uncle John Henry Gear’s rising prominence as interviews spread to other papers. The piece suggests other Republican hopefuls for governor or senator should watch him, praising his longevity, wide network, and practical political knowledge.
John J. Ingalls argues that the Republican claim blaming the Democrats for the financial distress is unfounded. He points out that Cleveland and his cabinet administer the economy under Republican laws and that shifting responsibility without Democratic legislation is absurd. The state editor notes the honesty of a political figure out of power in Kansas.
The governor defends his pardon as justice, arguing the anarchists were not legally convicted and had no guilt evidence. While his courage may be praised, the public trusts in judges and juries and resents the idea they could be wrong, leaving him in an awkward position.
The state party endorses Horace Boies for governor this fall. Readers should note that the rank and file across the state support the candidate and democratic ticket.
The text asserts it is settled Gov Boies will be the party nominee for United States Senator at the state convention this year. It proposes John C Bills of Davenport as a ticket head and Horace Boies as the senator nominee. It claims the two men would secure an aggressive fight from the start and victory.
At a Des Moines meeting the Democratic state central committee set the state convention for Wednesday August 23. The date is one week after the Republican convention. A committee of E. H. Hunter E. L. Stamm and Fred Lischer will select temporary officers and handle preliminaries.
The Osceola Democrat accuses Republican papers of bias against the current administration by linking it to bank failures and business gloom. It reminds readers of past panics, dismisses claims about manipulated markets, and argues party laws remain unchanged from earlier eras.
The Sioux City Tribune notes a lively campaign in Iowa next fall over the prohibitory liquor question. It cites widespread dissatisfaction with enforcement, tax issues on saloons, and calls for repeal or reform by a Republican majority and united Democrats, while bootleggers profit from current gaps.
Washington Letter notes Secretary Gresham stays in Washington for the extra session preparations while Lamont Carlisle and Herbert travel. Cleveland plans no administration program and will focus on a message urging repeal of the Sherman law. The piece discusses income tax arguments, Weather Bureau shake up, and cabinet views on House chairmen and Crisp’s likely changes.
A massive cyclone ripped through Pomeroy Calhoun County injuring many and killing at least fifty two with estimates of two hundred fifty casualties. The storm demolished homes along the Illinois Central tracks centering near the depot and left scant shelter. A church wall was displaced and a maple tree splinter pierced near the ground, while trees were uprooted and stripped.
Advocates push for free coinage and expect strong opposition as Congress convenes. Predictions run high that the Sherman law will be repealed and a compromise aligned with the Democratic platform will emerge. The Chicago plank condemns the Sherman act as dangerous and urges minting both gold and silver with equal value and parity.
Just received at Hunt's on the North Side a large line of ladies low shoes, men's congress and buckle plow shoes offered cheaper than the cheapest.
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