Parsons College Commencement Exercises Loom
Great is McKinley and Mark Hanna cited as influence as Fairfield prepares for Parsons college annual commencement exercises this week.
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McKinley
Mark Hanna
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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1896
Page
1
Republicans poised for tariff clash amid Democratic split
Democrats quarrel over money in the approaching campaign, likely easing Republican pressure for a protective tariff.
McKinley Nomination Resolved as Veep Talk Swirls
The nomination of McKinley is settled and beyond doubt. Attention shifts to his running mate with speculation centering on Tom Reed as the likely choice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Tom Reed
Boies and Morgan as 16 to 1 ticket eyed by Democrats
The 16 to 1 Democrats discuss Boies of Iowa and Morgan of Alabama as a potential ticket. If the platform adheres to the 16 to 1 stance, a stronger candidate pairing could not be formed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boies
Iowa
Morgan
Alabama
Politico Rhetoric on Populist Support for Horace
The writer notes Coxey argues Boies or any Democrat cannot satisfy the populists. If other hobo leaders back him with equal approval, Horace may still gain support and a public show could occur.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coxey
Boies
Horace
Free silver gains in Kentucky county conventions
County conventions last Saturday gave sound money backers 270 delegates to 640 for free silver men at the state convention. The 15 to 1 plan looms large and leaves little hope for opponents at Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentucky
Chicago
Stubbs Named Possible Democratic Nominee for Congress
The Hon. D. P. Stubbs of this city is discussed as a potential Democratic nominee for Congress in the district this fall. If nominated, he would compel Congressman Clark, renominated, to reveal his stance on the money question.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. P. Stubbs
Congress
Supreme Court backs bounty payment to sugar plasters
The supreme court declares bounties must be paid to sugar plasters. Critics say class legislation invites unrest among other growers who feel they are not receiving adequate government support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
Republicans Seek Money Plank in St Louis Speech
The growing view is that the party will present a money plank at St Louis designed to attract both gold and free silver voters. It aims to satisfy gold supporters while keeping free silver advocates aligned with the party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Illinois Governor Casts Blame After Veto of River Bill
The piece denounces the Illinois governor as a conspicuous humbug. It argues he cannot be admired by rational men and has worsened his record with each bad move. His latest offense is attacking the president for vetoing the river and harbor bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois
Ideal Panacea for Coughs and Lung Ailments
James L. Francis Alderman of Chicago and Rev. John Burgess of Keokuk endorse Dr. King's New Discovery as an ideal cough remedy. They report five decades of use and rapid relief. Trial bottle free at Geo. D. Clarke's drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James L. Francis
Chicago
Geo. D. Clarke
President vetoes river and harbor bill amid tariff push
The veto follows a large plunder scheme blamed on deficits as Republicans push for high tariffs. The Des Moines Leader, a Democratic daily, arrives in Fairfield with subscribers and balanced reporting, opposing the 16 to 1 idea while publishing opposing views sincerely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Fairfield
Iowa
Leader
Senate Defeats Beer Tax Plan Affects Alli son Vote
A proposed seventy five cent per barrel beer tax failed in the U S Senate last week with Republican votes shelving the measure. Alli son the presidential candidate opposed the proposal citing revenue gains offset by brewer opposition and tariff policy as a broader protectionist issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Senate
Allison
Treasury
Mece- Kinley
The Fath ers and the Ratio Between Gold and Silver
Jefferson noted this as a mercantile issue ignoring legal ratios and urged market-based pricing for gold. The 1792 mint ratio of 15 to 1 under valued gold. Jefferson suspended silver dollar coinage in 1805. debates in 1821 and 1830 questioned fixed ratios and gold-silver circulation amid changing bullion prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Robert Morris
Continental Congress
United States
Thomas Jefferson
Spain
England
France
Jefferson
Hamilton
House of Representatives
James Monroe
Senate
Treasury
Ingham
Jackson
C. P. White
Select Committee
House On Coins
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Ad For All Skin Ailments
An erty ad promises Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as the best remedy for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or refunds, priced at 25 cents per box, sold by Geo D Clarke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. D. Clarke
Parsons College at Twenty-One Years Emphasizes Stable Growth
Report highlights good weather and generally steady attendance at Par son s College events as it marks its 21st anniversary. Founder Lewis B Parsons Sr. endowed the institution to educate with moral and religious influences, and the college has grown with a focus on strong faculty and steady governance despite criticism and turnover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parsons College
Lewis B. Parsons
State of
Iowa
Parsons College Commencement Week Draws Alumni Home
The seventeenth annual commencement covers prize contests baccalaureate sermons and class day events. Alumni scattered worldwide return to Fairfield to relive old ties as Rev Ezra Newcomb delivers sermons and a music concert opens the week. Weather is unusually mild for June as the community supports wide attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doc. Ewing
Thut
Fairfield
Parsons College
Second and Third Year Con Test and Graduation Exercises
The second and third year preparatory and graduating exercises were held in the Presbyterian church. Miss Emily L. Gillespie won first prize with The Second Trial, Lulu L. Dawson delivered Mona’s Waters with dramatic flair, Floyd Letts performed Damon and Pythias with strong stage presence, and Dora E. McDowell spoke on Paul. The program featured organ music, an invocation, declamations, a Zerita duet, diploma presentations, prize awards, and a benediction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emily L. Gillespie
Fairfield
Mona's Waters
Lulu L. Dawson
Salina
Charles M. Werts
Russell
Miss Stever
Presbyterian Church
M. Schoenert
Hmily L. Gillespie
Mona
Damon
Pythias
Floyd Letts
Dora E. McDowell
Paul
The Foster Debate at Library Hall Highlights
The annual Ohio and Aldine literary societies debate was held in Library Hall on Friday evening May 20. The question: Resolved that enfranchisement of the negro was more justifiable than that of immigrants under naturalization laws. Six debaters from both sides spoke with twelve minute rounds, prize offered by T D Foster of Ottumwa. Judges’ decision and prize awarded after deliberation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S Forest Stitt
Dayton A Dobbs
Ray C Smith
Joe S Crail
Hugh H Craig
Robert H Miner
Thomas D. Foster
Ottumwa
Benediction
M A Roberts
E F Sehall
Muscatine
DH Payne
Bloomfield
WH Wilson
Davenport
DH Logan
Washington
Ohio and
Aldine Literary Societies
Library Hall
T. D. Foster
S. F. Stitt
D. H. Dobbs
R. C., Smith
Aldine Society
Joe S. Crail
Hugh H. Craig
Robert H. Miner
Orio
Stitt
Crail
Dobbs
Mr. Craig
Mr. Smith
Miner
Baccalaureate Sermon Delivered By President Smith
The annual baccalaureate sermon was given at the Presbyterian church by Rev. Dr. Ambrose C. Smith with a large attendance. He lectured on Genesis twenty four five about Enoch walking with God and pleasing Him through faith amidst trials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ambrose C. Smith
Presbyterian Church
Ezra B. Newcomb
Keokuk
Dr. Smith
Enoch
God
Graduates Honor Orators and Singers in School Exercises
Miss Helen Higley and others delivered creditable orations on Bacon Pitt Hannibal Penn with good delivery. Miss Dora E. McDowell won the top prize in the singing contest. Diplomas awarded to the graduating class. names listed by department. Judges from Davenport Washington Muscatine Oumawa Bloomfield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Higley
Francis Bacon
Charles M. Werts
William Pitt
Stever
Howard W. Johnston
Hannibal
Carthage
B. Z. McCullough
William Penn
Messrs. Magill
Miner
Dora E. McDowell
George R. Hillman
Worley G. Martin
James May
Nannie E. Smith
Mary F. Todd
A Valuable Prescription for Health from Electric Bitters
Editor Morrison of Worthington Indiana hails Electric Bitters as a reliable remedy for constipation and sick headaches. He cites Mrs. Annie Stehle of Chicago who recovered after six bottles, restoring her appetite digestion and energy. Sold at Geo. D. Clarke's drug store for 40 cents to $1.00.
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Morrison
Worthington
Ind
Sun
Annie Stehle
Cottage Grove Ave
Chicago
Geo. D. Clarke
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Simmons Liver Regulator
J. H. Zeilin & Co
Fathers
Bucklen
J. M. Thomas D. Foster
Aldine Societies Library
College Chapel
Opera House
Ankeney Hall
Prof
Schoenert
Foster
Leavening Powe
U.S. Gov’t
W. H. Wilson
D. H. Logan
E. F. Schell
M. A. Roberts
Ouumwa
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