24 Oct 1894
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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1894
Page
1
The text urges Democratic turnout for an upcoming election on Tuesday November 6 noting rising esteem for David B Hill and claiming broad business revival. It also mocks Republicans and mentions sugar prices while urging Republicans to spread the news.
The Kansas Republican committee argues that a $2 per vote rate in Indiana offers a model for populist strategy. They press the claim as a benchmark while presenting it as a practical funding idea for campaigns.
The passage suggests Mr. Morton could prefer permitting an illegally imported English coachman to fill a role on the Republican ticket, implying political maneuvering around a candidate replacement. The text signals possible advantage in swapping in the outsider.
A public notice seeks a republican of prominence not seeking the presidential nomination. Applicants should apply to the National Dime Museum.
John Sherman states support for McKinley but signals the former president is his preferred candidate again, keeping Sherman as a key advocate for his own political slate and influence.
J Warren Keifer announces his bid for governor in Ohio as part of the ongoing political race. He becomes the latest figure to enter the gubernatorial field amid a crowded contest in the state.
A quotation questions paying ten to eleven million dollars annually to convert Louisiana sugar planters into Republicans, framing a political payoff as a round sum. The remark implies a strategy to sway planter interests in state politics and party alignment.
The speaker asserts Mr. Morton must pay the penalty for violating alien contract law without regard to wealth or social status, insisting enforcement applies to all individuals equally.
Last week the Pennsylvania Steel Works produced more rails and Bessemer steel than in any single week for years. Yet critics still claim the industry is not improving.
A republican judge dismissed the mandamus petition by Louisiana sugar planters seeking Secretary Carlisle to initiate this year's bounty payment, blocking their bid to compel the first payment step.
A. R. U. vice president Mr. Howard, a Debs era lieutenant, was robbed of a package of railroad passes. The incident sparks interest within A. R. U. members seeking details about the passes and their use.
The Tribune prints the official ballot in this week's issue. It matches the form used at polls, serving as a valuable aid to voters to study and cast their ballots for the Democratic ticket.
The article cites John Sherman arguing no protective duties beyond revenue needs. It frames this as a concise statement of the Democratic Party stance on tariffs and protection.
A satirical remark mocks speculation on when Mr Morton will give his opening speech. It jokes about his campaign being based on gold and suggests he cannot make a public speech, even if his wig were at stake.
Cleveland declines European pressure to join a joint intervention in the China Japan war. He argues Uncle Sam has grown strong by staying out of foreign affairs and intends to continue that non interventionist policy.
In a curious political aside, the writer laments sugar costs during a campaign, complaining that twenty pounds of granulated sugar cost one dollar and urging Mr Gear to raise prices until after the election, revealing local viewer distrust of the sugar trust amid politics.
The article notes about 500 planters, averaging $22 000 each, received a share of eleven million dollars to persuade large sugar manufacturers to back Republican gains, showing how money influenced political alignment among Louisiana producers.
The piece presents Captain W A Duckworth as a self made, people oriented businessman and former soldier, describing his late campaign start and urging Democrats to support him. It notes he is not a lawyer and expresses confidence in his election.
The text questions if paying for political persuasion among five hundred planters signals an exorbitant price, inviting McKinley for protection speeches and linking methods across Southern growers. It then asks whether a party that persuades people to unite to rob taxpayers for party purposes is favored by northern Republicans, while noting the Democratic party does not support taxing the people to buy converts.
Residents of Fairfield urged to ensure registration before upcoming deadlines. Those new in their ward within the past year or who did not vote last year must register. Registration days are Thursday and Friday of this week and Saturday of next week. See local page for details.
Democrats are cautioned about marking ballots this year with recent Supreme Court decisions altering voting practice. A straight party ticket requires a circle mark at the ticket head, while voting for candidates on other tickets needs a cross in each desired candidate square to avoid errors.
Hon. 8S. M. Clark previously called for repealing sugar bounties in the Keokuk Gate City but now backs the bounty for sugar growers, contrasting with the prior Democratic position eliminated by the last congress and accusing Clark of political inconsistency.
A Fairfield Ledger excerpt criticizes Republican messaging on tariffs and hard times. It argues that while Democratic tariff laws boost some mills and merchants, overall business appears better nationwide, and it accuses GOP papers of sowing pessimism to win votes.
A call to Democratic voters urges full turnout across county precincts to elect judges and congressional and state candidates. It argues that former Republican gains can be reversed, cites economic improvements after tariff bills, and emphasizes personal responsibility to persuade neighbors and vote.
The Ft. Madison Democrat argues farmers in Iowa's first district face a binary choice in the upcoming election. It urges support for Clark and the Republican slate to back McKinley policy, or Duckworth and the Democratic ticket to oppose taxes. It dismisses Beebe as unwinnable and urges voters to select between Clark and Duckworth as their representative.
The Des Moines Leader argues Republicans risk state governance stability by pursuing extravagant policies. It cites higher taxes after Governor Boies' retirement and calls for non partisan economical management, reform, and liquor policy adherence to satisfy voters and avoid burdens on Iowa taxpayers.
The Iowa legislature moves toward amending the state constitution to prohibit the manufacture sale and keeping for sale of intoxicating liquors including ale wine and beer. The proposal calls for enforcement penalties and follows Republican pledges to prohibition with publication before the next general assembly election.
The New York Tribune reports Elwood Indiana tin plate factory with five mills ready to start and Elwood window glass employing 800 workers as it resumes. It notes a 10 percent wage advance for Woolen Mills workers at Blackinton in North Adams, Massachusetts.
Plans to compete with the Steel Rail Trust unfold as the Ohio Steel Company builds a massive Youngstown plant. Costing $1.5 million, it will operate January onward with a skilled crew and run day and night to produce up to 1000 tons of steel rails daily.
The Chicago Herald links McKinleyism to a wave of strikes starting in October 1890 and lasting into 1891 82. Labor groups in piano making coal mining boot and shoe trades cigar making lamp and trunk sectors faced wage cuts and layoffs. Key incidents include a 500 job loss from a Philadelphia worsted mill closure and 3000 workers idle after Pottsville coal shutdowns.
The list notes no employer aggression and highlights wage reductions as the trigger for strikes. Examples include 1800 events in Patterson New Jersey and Dalton Massachusetts where mills halted operations after wage cuts, and a 1890 Brooklyn leather workers strike over pay from 12 to 9 dollars weekly.
An advert claims Beggs' Hair Renewer strengthens follicles and restores natural color making hair soft glossy and healthy Sold by D.C. Collins.
A humorous note from shoppers describes a woman who gives a man a sweet smile to coax a seller into offering products below cost, highlighting shopping dynamics and bargaining charm.
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