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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1896
Page
1
Democrats express general satisfaction that the Dubuque convention proceeded without a bolt. Both the 16 to 1 faction and the sound money group showed judgment through tolerance and forbearance. The party is not large enough to split.
It is unclear if the Chicago convention will favor 16 to 1 or not. Both sides appear evenly matched so far as delegates are concerned, and the decisive factor will be the yet unchosen delegates. Ohio Indiana and Kentucky are seen as pivotal to the result.
The piece argues the Iowa party platform ignores tariffs, aiding McKinley and Republicans. It warns Democrats against abandoning tariff fights, noting past victories and the state convention's fixation on a 16 to 1 stance at the expense of other issues.
Jefferson county delegates to the state convention at Dubuque secured Hon. D. P. Stubbs as an alternate-at-large to the democratic national convention in Chicago. The recognition honors a longtime proponent of silver coinage at 16 to 1 and a founder among greenback supporters.
The piece notes little grief among Iowa Democrats if J. J. Richardson is not re elected. It suggests C. A. Walsh of Ottumwa would likely replace him and praises Walsh as a hustler and enthusiast who would be an active committeeman, while acknowledging the free silver and sound money divide.
Bucklen's Arnica Salve advertised as best for cuts bruises sores ulcers fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. Cures piles guaranteed with money refunded if not satisfied. Price 25 cents per box. Sold by Geo. D. Clarke.
Mrs. Phoebe Thomas of Junction City Illinois was told she had Consumption and no hope, yet two bottles of Dr King’s New Discovery cured her. Thomas Eggers of 139 Florida Street San Francisco recovered from a severe cold approaching Consumption after one bottle, two weeks later. Free trial bottles at Clarke's drug store with regular sizes 50 cents and 1.00.
A column of questions from readers prompts essays by leading thinkers. The series invites expert analysis on science philosophy and current events, exploring challenges and solutions with clear reasoning.
W G Topp argues that live questions center on life’s end and freedom, tracing from the Declaration of Independence to Darwin era thought. He asserts happiness is development and harmony between individual and society, urging a shift from mere material ends to higher social ends and collective harmony.
J W Caldwell reviews J J McCann's The Earth Cornered, arguing vast landlessness and inequality threaten society. He cites 56 million landless Americans, 71 million population, 10 million comfortable, 50 million struggling, and 11 million destitute, with homicide counts rising and work impossible for many. He urges honest facing of facts and action.
In a Commons discussion echoed by the London Standard, the chancellor criticizes both mono metallists and bi metallists. He warns against dismissing opposing views as lunacy while noting bi metallists defend their currency theory despite potential self interest.
A testimonial from H. G. Fink of Springdale Pa praising Simmons Liver Regulator as a liver remedy to awaken torpid livers and improve blood circulation, claiming the product keeps the household healthy and essential in spring.
Edw Campbell stood out at the state convention not as a delegate but as a key conciliator aiding both gold and silver factions. His sound advice eased tensions and furthered party unity, a reputation he has earned before.
The notice urges citizens to follow national and world events via a metropolitan newspaper. It touts the Twice-a-Week Republic of St. Louis as progressive and comprehensive and notes subscriptions: $1.00 annually by mail for the twice-weekly paper and $6.00 yearly for the Daily and Sunday Republic.
At the Dubuque convention the 16 to 1 faction controlled proceedings, leaving opponents unconvinced that party mood reflects broader opinion. Sound money supporters were caught flatfooted by silver advocates who organized county by county, signaling a potential statewide clash if a full contest emerged.
The Iowa platform adopted in Dubuque rejects Gov. Boies's parity rail on silver and gold. The plank favored by Boies urged maintaining parity with a future ratio and free coinage of silver, but was voted down by the silver faction while some members supported it.
The Dubuque state convention of the Iowa Democrats last week tested the silver question with bitter bids and a potential division. Silver and gold factions debated delegation and platform rules while cooler heads secured an undisputed national convention voice and a unit rule backed by the majority.
Advertised remedy for older adults claims to regulate bowels and kidneys without whiskey. Described as a tonic and alterative, mildly aiding stomach and bowels, improving digestion and organ tone. Priced at 50 cents and 1.00 per bottle at Clarke's drug store.
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