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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1896
Page
1
Col. Wm. R. Morrison says he believes there will be no extensive realignment among Illinois Democrats if a free silver platform is adopted by the national convention.
The Ottumwa Sun endorses Hon D P Stubbs for Congress and argues a free silver congressman could win in the sixth district if free silver factions unite. It urges dropping other issues to focus on the financial independence of the United States.
Gentlemen say President C. E. Perkins of the C B and Q railroad is a divided free silver man and his views on silver as redemption money resemble Horace Boies. If a shrewd financier and railroad man adopts this theory it would aid the Chicago platform followers.
The text notes free silver advocates claim potential two thirds control of votes at Chicago, while sound money Democrats deny it. Horace Boies appears to lead the nomination race, with Iowa Democrats having twice elected him to major office and aiming to support another nomination if he secures it.
Ex Governor Campbell of Ohio supports a Chicago platform that would push for international bimetalism. If England resists, other major nations would agree or, failing that, the United States would adopt a silver standard at 16 to 1 starting January 1, 1899. The plan aims to win free silver among conservatives.
The piece argues against delaying the national convention in Chicago and suggests that prudent restraint could follow, as power tempers action. It recalls Iowa Republicans facing prohibition fervor, noting defeated members still backed the party and that sound money Democrats might accept a similar precedent this year.
Letter from Rev J Gunderman of Dimondale Michigan praises Dr King’s New Discovery for his wife’s pneumonia and grippe. He notes severe coughing and near death, but the remedy worked quickly with highly satisfactory results. Trial bottles free at Clarke’s drug store. regular sizes 50c and 1.00.
The general assembly affirms that all church agencies combat intemperance but the gospel is the mightiest weapon. The Boone Iowa synod recalled 1891 vows against liquor licenses, noting no new endorsement this year and favoring moral suasion over laws.
A historical note praises Thomas Jefferson as a wise political economist whose writings offer timely guidance on government and economic principles. It argues that while the public may ignore his teachings temporarily, they will ultimately return to his path of sound economic truths.
A circular report from the recent state convention at Dubuque, signed by E. M. Carr and S. M. McConnell, asserts a tariff for revenue only plank. The report notes no prior mention elsewhere and suggests possible suppression or post adjournment interpolation.
The Iowan Homestead notes current hog prices are very low and could drop further. It cites Kansas City Telegram figures listing the lowest days by year from 1878 to 1896, showing long term volatility and comparisons to holiday lows. The piece highlights that the 1891 low equaled late April 1894 levels, with several dates showing declines over 50 to 100 cents per hundredweight.
A testimonial from J. R. Hiland of Monroe Iowa touts Simmons Liver Regulator for spring blood health. He reports rapid, thorough action and a brisk vitality boost after use.
An advertisement offers Bucklen's Arnica Salve as the best salve for cuts, bruises, sores, ulcers, salt rheum, fever sores, tetter, chapped hands, chilblains, corns and all skin eruptions. It guarantees results with money refunded if not satisfied. Price is 25 cents per box, sold by Geo. D. Clarke.
The St. Louis Republican National Convention will nominates McKinley and Reed. Reed is seen as key to reforming Senate rules and uniting sound money factions. A broad gold standard plank could form a new party, risk bolting if the money issue fails, and draw silver advocates to St Louis.
Iowa Democrats met in Des Moines to organize the Des Moines delegation to Chicago. S B Evans and C A Walsh of Ottumwa were elected chairman and secretary respectively. Gov Horace Boies led discussions urging a free silver platform to win nationwide support. Walsh forecast Boies leading the Democratic pack as McKinley leads for Republicans. A plan to replace a National Committeeman was discussed but Richardson remains. Walsh likely to succeed. Fred White chosen to present Boies name at the convention.
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Advert says the heated term grows oppressive and urges a cleansing with Ayer’s Sarsaparilla and Ayer’s Pills to enjoy Summer like never before. It promises a single try will persuade you not to repeat the old method.
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The article reviews Jefferson and Hamilton's 16 to 1 silver to gold ratio attempts, the 1834-37 shifts, the 1834-37 changes, the 1887 adjustments, and the demonetization of silver under the 1853 act. It notes Gresham’s law effects, coin shortages, and the shift to gold monometallic standards leading into the Civil War era.
An advertisement asserts postmeal comfort should follow meals, warns indigestion signals illness, and promotes Shaker Digestive Cordial as the cure. It claims the cordial supplies digestive material the stomach lacks, strengthens organs, and restores health, sold by druggists 10 cents to 1 dollar per bottle.
Mrs R DeYoung of Middlebury Iowa reports six years of use for herself and her children. She calls One Minute Cough Cure the most satisfactory and quickest acting remedy she has tried.
An analysis of international bimetallism with European and American support. Premier Meline calls for a return to bimetallism, noting its spread and the need for international agreement. Counts von Mirbach and British moves are cited as signs the reform is near, urging vigilance against silver monometallism.
In a Dubuque interview ex Governor Boies says he kept a tight rein on pro Silver faction zeal to avoid split, allowing gold faction representation at Chicago. He notes Judge Babb supports free coinage of both metals but would set a higher ratio, while affirming the convention outcome and the party machinery against gold monometalists.
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