29 May 1895
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 28 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1895
Page
1
The race tightens around tariff politics as McKinley faces pressure from a bill critics say undermined his standing. Observers note a rising business boom, steady prices, and wage gains signaling economic strength amid political battles.
Secretary Carlisle faces strong resistance as Bryan and Blackburn join critics. His vigorous stance against the idea has made him the focal point for many free-advocate opponents.
The text notes Republicans left a bad condition for the current Democratic administration but claims the trend has been halted and business will improve from now on.
Fairfield correspondent of the Burlington Hawkeye suggests a dark horse could win the senatorial nomination and mentions R. J. Wilson as a possible nominee.
At a New York City conference last week Harrison Morton outlined the party’s 1896 programme with a silver question straddle.
Citizens ask whether the board will act on reviewing past county officials’ books and records at the upcoming session or rely on findings already reported. The issue centers on accountability and transparency in local government.
The passage argues that if Democrats bear blame for hard times they should receive credit for good times under President Grover Cleveland. It notes wheat at 80 cents and widespread wage increases as signs of improvement.
The passage speaks of rising wages through voluntary increases and predicts clear benefits from democratic reform next year. It urges a vote for continuation of these reforms, asserting the public will understand the improved national affairs and choose stability.
The senatorial candidates in the county rally to the fact that Hon. Geo. Ball is quietly expanding his lead. Ball has endured campaigns before and understands the need to attend to details better than his rivals.
A mass convention of the populists in this county is set for Fairfield Court House at 10:30 AM on Wednesday in June. The event aims to organize county support and mobilize voters for upcoming actions and campaigns.
The notice calls for the fifth district to elect a county central committee and select five delegates to the state convention in Des Moines on June 11. The call is signed by county chairman E. R. Norvell.
Texas former governor Hogg vows to attend the coming Democratic national convention and push for a free silver plank and a compatible candidate. If the party rejects the plank he will stay within party lines and not bolt.
The Secretary of State, Hon. Walter Q. Gresham, died Tuesday morning at 2 o clock in Washington after illness from pleurisy developing into pneumonia. His career in both military and civil life is described as brilliant and his death mourned nationwide.
The issue urges vigorous contest across the state over silver coinage at 16 to 1. The Tribune backs full discussion before the convention and selection of delegates reflecting township views, with county conventions serving as delegate bodies.
The first issue of the Chronicle, a new democratic paper in Chicago, appears with a hearty Democratic reception. Published by the Chicago Roman Co, stockholders Martin J. Russell and Horatio W. Seymour have long been linked to Chicago Democratic press. Annual price 3 3, folded mail 3 6, no weekly yet.
J M Bechtel, an Iowa and Nebraska division manager for the C B Q railroad, rose from Glenwood agent in 1870 to Knoxville Fairfield and St. Louis Chicago postings. He later joined Union Pacific before returning to the Q and now oversees major routes. He is noted as forward thinking and courteous, busy around Red Oak Creston Osceola and Chariton with Marion county leaders planning national trips.
Sigourney Review laments lack of electoral voice and urges a state bill to open wood yards to free cordage of green cottonwood on par with dry hickory. Proposes making a half card of either wood legal tender for subscriptions and criminalizing contract stipulations on wood type. Questions what honest bi metal contemporaries think.
A local ad announces available loans at low rates through H. H. Brighton, attorney, located on the west side park.
Des Moines leaders consider relocating the Iowa Children's Home from Davenport to a central city. Fundraising of 8000 to 10000 is sought for a suitable home and grounds, with early support from James Callanan and others. The Iowa branch, part of a national network, has cared for 961 orphans in six years and emphasizes non sectarian, charity driven adoption of children. Burnett and Slimer expect progress within a week.
The St Louis Republic notes a 10 percent wage rise at Carnegie Steel amid a six week wave lifting pay for over 200000 manufacturing workers. In New England textiles and iron and steel plants the gains range from five to fifteen percent and are mostly voluntary.
The Iowa state board of medical examiners defies a writ of certiorari and refuses to recognize the Keokuk College of Physicians and Surgeons. Board members face contempt unless records are produced. Dr J A Scroggs is not arrested. The group argues board authority over college recognition.
The New York Times reports 247 manufacturing firms raised wages recently benefiting about 160000 employees. Most changes were voluntary and linked to improving economic outlook under the tariff law. The piece argues these gains support the prospect of better times ahead.
The Bankers' Life of Des Moines has 1 122 681 78 deposited with the state to guarantee its contracts with members F S Cummings Resident Agent.
Republicans confront a silver plank dispute as Carter pressures for free coinage. Western votes hinge on bimetallism, threatening 1896 victory and prompting chatter about replacing Carter with Platt. Eastern leaders back Carter while western factions weigh loyalty versus policy.
The Iowa Democratic Party schedules a delegate convention in Marshalltown on August 7, 1895 at 10 A.M. to nominate governor, lieutenant governor, superintendent, railroad commissioner, and supreme court judge plus other business. Counties gain delegates by votes for Horace Boies in 1893, with district specifics noted. County committees urged to reorganize and report to the state secretary. Invitation extended to all Democrats.
The editorial asserts fiscal mismanagement by Republicans worsened by tariffs and public credit issues. It praises a revival in business and farm prices, notes rising wages in manufacturing, and anticipates expanded exports. It claims labor will gain steady work as Republican recklessness is said to be left behind.
The money plank supports bimetalism with gold and silver as standard money and equal value for both metals. It calls for equal dollar power, no minting charges, and paper currency kept at par with coin. It emphasizes protection for farmers and laborers against unstable currency.
The Standard dictionary cost 1,000,000 in production and involved 247 specialists to define 802,000 words. The International dictionary used 41 specialists, defined 125,000 words, and cost 800,000.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.