31 May 1893
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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1893
Page
1
The Iowa fall battle over prohibition heats up as 216 Davenport saloons face closure efforts by the State Temperance Alliance. J A Harvey, president and attorney for the Alliance, is in Davenport amid threats of violence from saloon defenders.
The Chicago detective chief warns residents to avoid strangers and keep quiet around unknown visitors. He notes con men are prevalent, urging caution to maintain personal safety in the city.
Mr. Eccles the new comptroller of the treasury says future bank examiners will be Democrats, while faithful Republican examiners have nothing to fear. The rule would have kept him in private life.
Fairfield has several fine manufacturing establishments but seeks more growth. After rapid agricultural expansion, manufacturing is essential to sustain growth. No town in southeastern Iowa has grown as fast as Fairfield recently. growth should continue with new factories.
Government reports warn that enforcing the Geary law could end all China United States relations and force Americans in China to leave, prompting possible retaliation against Americans.
Officials warned that unless railroads offer deeper fare reductions, large crowds and financial success for the exposition are unlikely. The public is delaying plans in hopes of lower rates, with hundreds in communities holding off attendance.
The Briggs case is before the general assembly of the Presbyterian church in session at Washington. The prosecution appeals the New York presbytery decision and raises five grounds including irregularities in proceedings improper reception and declination of testimony and signs of prejudice or error in judgment.
A last Saturday ruling in the pension office, aligned with statutes, may save between 15 million and 20 million dollars in charges under the disability act. Some critics view the move as evidence of Democratic hostility toward soldiers, despite its official compliance.
A historical notice portrays Charles Foster ex secretary of the United States Treasury as fallen, noting his defeat dragged down Fostoria Ohio. It states New York financial circles anticipated his failure and cites his political devotion to Fostoria and misfortune in private business alongside McKinley’s similar lack of luck.
Democrats oppose the administration plan to let fourth class postmasters keep office indefinitely. Bissell says law recognizes no service term and will stand for the law. He notes removal after four years requires charges, and political rights and freedom remain while duties are properly discharged.
The quote argues the postmaster general is correct on law but points out a political bias, noting the law is strictly followed when Democrats hold office yet ignored under Republicans, implying partisan selectivity in applying the rule.
Col Pope of Pope Manufacturing Co urges newspapers against taxing bicycles. Lowell Massachusetts and Paris France plan bike taxes. The Tribune advocates taxation, calling bicycles a luxury and a hazard, though healthful recreation remains. Supervisors should note bikes at next assessment.
The Mitchell S. D. Republican argues the publisher has right to prosper selling goods and services at a reasonable profit. It compares paper stock, type, and press costs to grocery costs and says prosperity is not a crime or extortion but a sign of sagacity and industry.
Senator Voorhees rejects accusations of kickbacks and patronage distribution. He asserts no widespread complaints exist and credits the administration's fairness. He urges Indiana and the nation to support the chief executive and trust in his wisdom during this period.
The Muscatine and Ottumwa Courier narratives trigger a statewide appeal for funds to replace property losses of three prohibitionists. The Tribune condemns the act while noting Republicans as blameworthy for earlier losses under prohibition laws. The piece argues property injustice began with past legislation and persists today.
The Weather Bureau investigation report to Secretary Morton finds charges of abuses and favoritism supported by evidence. It notes last year's bureau expenses at 61 606 under military control and next year’s appropriation at 951 100. The piece covers the Infanta of Spain visiting, a White House state dinner, Post Office reforms, and pension policy statements by Judge Lochren.
Iowa City Press reports a mob of eight hundred to nine hundred attacked the Cherry Sisters as they performed to help save their family home. One sister injured by a chemical fire extinguisher, another cut by a missile, and eggs plus rotten fruit hurled at the stage. The incident prompted talk of heavy damages. The piece praises the sisters’ sacrifice and calls for Iowa to show support rather than ridicule.
The St. Louis Republic reports a coming July 1 push to rebalance Washington DC and state based federal employment. About 2,500 to 5,000 District of Columbia workers may be dismissed as examinations certify replacements from states, amid expected opposition from local officials.
Chicago Record legal opinion questions ex governor Charles Foster's claim that neglect of business caused his financial ruin. It argues his political work and town building efforts were self serving and that creditors bear the real burden, noting his mournful lamentations.
The Birds Eye column praises Judge Hyatt of Webster City, a Democratic appointee, for upholding duty by urging juries to convict when evidence shows a violation of the statute. The piece argues it is not category praise but recognition of a judge’s adherence to law and duty amid anti prohibition sentiments.
The Marshalltown Times Republican notes a democratic judge fining an offender S700 plus costs and revoking his permit. At Fort Dodge he warned a grand jury that open saloons were a matter of common report and instructed them to find true bills, yielding four indictments after a prior report of none, asserting collective duty to enforce public opinion.
A Maine poet David Barker published a playful poem about a falling star and a bride. John G Saxe replies via St Veter, claiming he kept heaven’s gate secure and denying the angels’ visit. The dialogue ends with a wish for restraint and fair attribution.
Judge Stein of the state court issued a temporary injunction on Monday preventing the exposition from closing gates at Jackson Park on Sundays. The ruling holds parks are forever set aside for public recreation, restricting park commissioners and exposition management from restricting Sunday access.
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