30 Jun 1897
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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1897
Page
1
The piece notes Judge Kinne was renominated for supreme judge and is praised as a jurist of fine ability with statewide respect. It contrasts newspaper stances from Davenport Democrat Burlington Gazette Sioux City Tribune and Des Moines Leader on White and the Democratic platform.
The populists have one name on the state ticket this year Mr. Crane. He previously ran for governor and now is the fusion nominee for railroad commissioner his name being a major asset to the ticket among populists statewide.
Horace Boies denounces the single gold standard and opposes free coinage at the 16 to 1 ratio. He advocates maintaining parity between the metals and proposes a plan to ensure silver prices rise, detailing the mechanism he believes will lift value while preserving monetary balance.
Hon. D. B. Stubbs of this county was presented as a gubernatorial candidate at the state convention. The nomination, made by Hon. W. E. Cowan of Libertyville, followed a brief speech. Stubbs did not seek the nomination and few votes were expected, yet he appreciated the compliment.
The Chicago Chronicle and Waterloo Tribune switch from opposing Bryan to backing Fred E. White for governor. They argue national tariff and currency issues dominate, and Democrats should unite behind White, asserting that state policy matters and the Republican oppose is likely wrong.
An offering to Colorado tourists via special trains through the Great Rock Island Route. The pamphlet promises full particulars on rates and services, with inducements for travelers. Request the embellished descriptive brochure free of charge from John Sebastian, General Passenger Agent, Chicago.
An old newspaper ad touts No-To-Bac as a guaranteed tobacco habit cure. It claims to make weak men strong and blood pure, pricing 50 cents and one dollar, with distribution through druggists.
Democratic, populist and silver Republican groups unite to back joint candidates on a single Democratic ballot line. A small populist faction plans separate ticket in September while Republican leadership expects Gov. Drake nomination at August state convention. A heated battle looms as party factions align before the fall election.
The Democratic State Convention chose Fred White of Keokuk county as its gubernatorial candidate. Boies was considered strong but opposed 16 to 1 silver, limiting appeal to populists and free silver Republicans. White is praised for character, opposition to trusts and tariffs, and belief in 16 to 1 silver. The Tribune pledges full support for White and the Democratic ticket.
The Journal of Commerce notes editorially Iowa fire insurance rates may decline as general agencies cooperate with the Property Owners' Fire Association of Iowa. The Des Moines based group, led by prominent property owners, aims to cut costs in fire insurance, asserting potential annual savings of up to two million dollars from a five million dollar Iowa market, while urging continued pressure on incendiary speculation.
A mother cured from granulated eyelids after Hood's Sarsaparilla and Hood's Pills are praised as effective. Florence E from Rock Branch notes grip recovery and continued use with excellent results.
The ticket nominated at last week’s state convention in Des Moines received endorsements from the Populists and Silver Republicans. The convention also adopted its platform outlining the party’s positions and goals.
The record presents a ticket with Governor Frederick E. White Democrat Lieutenant Governor Benjamin A. Plummer Silver Republican Justice Supreme Court L. G. Kinne Democrat Superintendent Public Instruction G. F. Reinhart Silver Republican and Railroad Commissioner 5S Crane Populist.
The Iowa state convention endorses a fusion ticket led by Frederick E. White for governor with L. G. Kinne on the supreme court bench and B. A. Plummer as lieutenant governor. The platform assaults Republican control, tariff aims benefiting trusts, and calls for tax reform, railroad accountability, and state integrity.
An advertisement claims Woolford's Sanitary Lotion cures humans, horses and all animals in 30 minutes. Sold by Bradshaw and Thoma druggists in Fairfield, Iowa.
The new chairman is Mr. Charles Walsh of Ottumwa. He previously served as a member and secretary of the democratic state central committee and as secretary of the democratic national committee, and is praised for his experience and readiness.
Des Moines Daily News profiles G F Rhinehart as the silver candidate for state superintendent of public instruction. The piece traces his origins in Jasper county, education in Newton and Valparaiso, law practice, journalism, and early political ties to the Republican party and silver issue. It notes his speeches at age sixteen and a Midland Monthly verse about a child and mother.
A call from the representative negroes of St. Louis Missouri urges a national convention in St Louis on August 24 25 26 and 27 to organize for the betterment of aged and dependent ex slaves and to complete the Home for the Aged and Dependent ex Slaves then under construction in St Joseph Delegates from every city town and village are asked to attend the convention and select representatives to go to the gathering The effort aims to gain humane support build homes and asylums for former slaves who are worthy
A Brooklyn letter praises Ely's Cream Balm for curing a stubborn cold in under 48 hours and notes availability from Ely Bros. The ad also promotes Dr E Detonus anti diuretic treating sleep incontinence with a $1 price, sold by Bradshaw Thoma in Fairfield Iowa.
An old advertisement touts No-To-Bac as a magic cure for tobacco addiction promising to make weak men strong. It claims easy quitting, magnetic vigor, and guarantees cure with a booklet and sample available from Sterling Remedy Co in Chicago or New York for 0c or 61.
Hon. Fred White denounces central government power and defends democracy as liberty. He warns of despotism from money interests, urges mass political awakening, and condemns wage and price control by a powerful few. Des Moines speech cited as warning against creeping plutocracy.
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