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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1904
Page
4
The fragment presents the Fairfield Tribune masthead with publisher E. Boesen and subscription rates for one year six months and three months and notes its mailing status as second class. It also quotes a slogan a drop of ink makes millions think.
The Democratic State Central Committee calls a delegate convention in Des Moines on May 4 1904 to choose four delegates at large and twenty two district delegates for the national convention in St Louis on July 6 1904. Delegates are allocated by county and vote totals for the Democratic Governor candidate. All Democrats intending to support the party’s nominees are invited to participate.
The piece notes Congress is red faced over the post office scandal and mocks officials who challenge U S authority. General Wood and Viceroy Alexieff are referenced to critique formal reporting styles.
The current favorite speaker in Congress is described as having well prepared oratorical tools. Secretary Taft urges providing entertainment for Filipinos, prompting a quip about whether this means cock fighting or another form of amusement.
The Sun frames congressmen as busy as beavers to prove their authority beyond the Bristow report. The piece hints at a damming metaphor but centers on rigorous legislative effort to assert independence from the report’s findings.
Lord Dundonald as commander in chief seeks to expand the Canadian militia to one hundred thousand men to be ready for potential emergencies.
John L. Sullivan, famed Bostonian, purchases a Texas plantation and plans to grow cotton. He is described as well acquainted with the bow weevil, a common pest affecting crops.
A reader voices support for General as presidential candidate with 2,000,000 votes claimed by prohibitionists. He warns of dangers from a harsh sergeant-at-arms and questions naval strength and pursuit of world conquest.
Secretary Taft asserts a plan to move capital to the Philippines without ceding control while American promoters push full concessions. The piece notes alarm among Republicans at Hearst's Rhode Island coverage and the resulting fiery, possibly mail-restricted agitation.
A brief musing on polygamy within the Mormon community noting reluctance to discuss the topic and suggesting discreet conversation may be appropriate in sensitive contexts.
A jocular remark by General Grosvenor claims he did not realize he was loaded when he glanced into the muzzle of the post office committee report. The incident underscores tensions surrounding the committee’s findings and the general’s reaction.
The message mocks Japanese shelling as wasteful after $100,000 in ordnance exploded in an hour and a half at Vladivostok. It critiques the Mikado for attacking Russians without warning and notes leaders Roosevelt and Hay guiding national policy toward preparing for contingencies and spending money.
Utah lawyer Critchlow testifies before the investigating committee noting the apostles urged a vote for the Republican ticket. He cites the defeat of Thatcher for the Senate as evidence. Senator Smoot reacts with a narrowing smile.
A new process will convert discarded cotton stalks into linen paper alcohol celluloid smokeless powder fertilizers and fabrics. A large industrial plant is planned for Huston Texas to implement the conversion promising immense benefit to the south.
Sundry withdrawals reduce the St Louis Exposition roster as Russia withdraws to remain engaged New Hampshire pulls out since locals show little interest and struggle with the fair cost Hawaii also sends word it cannot afford to exhibit due to poverty.
Secretary Taft urges that the Panama canal commission be clothed with legislative executive judicial and administrative power over the canal strip. The Philippine commission is authorized to enact laws for Filipinos, and the change would create four government departments where three existed.
A columnist quips that Harvard president Charles Eliot and eight other college heads along with writers formed a Philippine Independence Committee weeks ago, and the Associated Press has not yet reported it. The author asks if the AP is defunct or comatose and urges the agency to wake up and publish the news.
Justice Harlan delivers ruling that state corporations lose immunity when they interfere with interstate commerce. Minnesota court upheld. merger deemed unlawful. Court forbids restraints on interstate commerce and requires free competition between railroads across state lines.
The editorial urges voters to back Democratic candidates who favor tariff reduction, arguing Republicans promise reform for votes but cannot deliver. It cites Senator Spooner's stance against tariff legislation and notes the need for fifteen Republicans to join Democrats to force a vote, concluding voters should choose those truly preferring tariff cuts.
Minneapolis Times discusses the Dingley tariff, pulp paper prices, and the Iowa idea as a test for press trusts. It argues Congress will not act this year, urges gradual tariff relief, and cites Senator Smoot and Mormon church ties in GOP politics.
The piece argues Senate delays on Reed Smoot reflect partisan aims and Mormon political leverage. It claims Republicans want to keep Smoot in office to influence Utah Idaho votes, while public opinion pushes for unseating him before Congress adjourns before June 1. Women petitioners oppose polygamy fears influencing the outcome.
The article outlines John Sharp Williams aims to push reciprocity measures duplicating Kasson treaties halted by the Senate. It argues the Dingley tariff raised duties, shielding trusts and harming farmers and export manufacturers, urging Republicans to join Democrats to pass reciprocity reforms.
Des Moines Daily News notes that the Sultan of Sulu and his wives lose their pension under a canceled treaty with Uncle Sam. The arrangement, once funded to pay 250 dollars monthly to the sultan and 15 to 75 dollars to his wives, is dissolved as the US ends payments and military duties. News hints at Singapore and Jolo dissipation and possible new comic opera material.
The article discusses Joseph F. Smith, Mormon church president, as a potential Republican running mate for Roosevelt. It notes Smith is a Republican leader in his region and a loyal supporter, evaluating his suitability for national ticket duties.
A Greensboro Georgia judge claims Peruna relieved his severe cold and suspected consumption. He cites past remedies failing and notes high recommendations for Peruna. A $10,000 deposit in Columbus Ohio guarantees testimonials are genuine and authentic letters accompany the claims.
The Indianapolis State Sentinel endorses Smith citing his vigorous life stance and loyalty to Roosevelt's anti race suicide stance. It highlights his forty two children as proof of generous progeny and argues Fairbanks would not seek the job, while Smith could attract votes from Utah and Indiana supporters.
The bill by Senator Gallinger proposes raising the president’s pay from 50000 to 75000 and setting other top charges at 15000 for the vice president 15000 for cabinet members 12000 for the speaker and 8000 for senators and representatives The piece argues the raise centers on Roosevelt’s anticipated re election and urges a higher salary of 100000 noting past presidents earned less and urging republican justice in compensation.
In a heated discussion the $100000 replaces the earlier $75000 figure while opponents argue the proposed increases are unnecessary and wasteful, signaling a push to trim expenditures amid fiscal restraint.
One way second class colonist rates to Billings Salt Lake Ogden Butte Helena Missoula Kalispell Spokane Portland Tacoma Seattle Victoria Vancouver San Francisco Los Angeles and San Diego and many other points Tickets on sale March 1 to April 16 inclusive at very low rates.
Rates to the west and southwest on first and third Tuesdays through April 19 1904. Homeseekers Excursion tickets on sale first and third Tuesdays of each month at one fare plus $2 for round trip. San Francisco May 3-8. Conclave Knight Templars Sep 9 and Grand Lodge I O F Sep 1925. General Conference of the M E church Los Angeles May 3. Nat l Association Retail Grocers.
A brief note observes a woman who chooses to follow her tuition for belief rather than engage in logical reasoning. The statement implies a preference for certainty over critical evaluation.
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