05 Sep 1894
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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1894
Page
1
The Sioux City Tribune suggests farmers organize thistle hunts by townships across the state to mount a coordinated drive against the thistle pest.
The meeting also declined to adopt a resolution criticizing the board for the action that sparked the controversy, signaling a split outcome on leadership and governance.
The city GOP last Saturday failed to adopt a resolution censuring the board over a $500 legal assistance contract for Sears prosecution. The party also defeated Grif Myers for renomination, citing criticism sparked by that board action.
Samuel J. Kirkwood, Iowa's war governor and a noted statesman, died at his Iowa City home last Saturday afternoon at age eighty-one. A native of Ohio, he came to Iowa in 1855 and served as governor, senator, and cabinet officer with notable ability and integrity.
Franklin MacVeigh launched his bid for the Illinois senatorship with a large Chicago meeting last Saturday night. The speech and reception underscored his perceived intellectual superiority over Republican rivals, a factor the crowd and observers noted as giving him a distinct edge in the race.
The piece notes distrustful claims against many GOP candidates, says charges were circulated for six weeks and tied to Republican sources. It cautions the rhetoric may linger beyond the convention as the nominations are settled.
Congressman Champ Clark attacks the protective tariff as highway robbery. He claims Rhode Island is richest per capita, argues the nation’s soil wealth and river valleys make the country poorer by comparison, recalling Thomas B. Reed’s remark about soil riches if located in the east.
The text argues the McKinley bill raised protections without raising wages, and when protection reduces, manufacturers quickly cut workers’ pay. It claims protection benefits employers, not employees, illustrating perceived labor injustice in the system.
The article notes gradual improvement in the national economy since Congress adjourned, with the Midwest especially hopeful. Iowa counties praise corn yields half of typical, hay and grass down, but farmers salvage fodder. fall pasture remains possible and overall outlook is positive for the region.
A local storefront advertises top buggy sales urging buyers to consult Jas Locke before making a purchase. The message emphasizes trusted advice and deals on horse drawn buggies.
Fairfield residents dominate the Republican county slate with city nominees for Clerk Will Long Auditor John McElderry County Attorney E F Simmons Recorder George Waltz and outside Liberty township candidate Frank Hurst for the Board. The article notes the city held the line on residency and rejected Batavia and Round Prairie rivals.
The state passes an act requiring owners or occupants to remove Russian thistles from premises or face written notices. If not cleared by September 15, authorities will cut and burn or destroy the plants at the owner’s expense. Costs are paid from the county fund and levied as a special tax on the premises and owner.
The Missouri Republican Richard C. Kerins urged the state convention to rebuff the A P A and faced backlash. He denounced the group as bush whackers, warned of votes at risk, and noted contrasts with Democratic and Tennessee GOP positions on the organization.
Mr Kerins argues the A P A revival echoes the Know Nothing doctrine. He notes the Democratic party crushed it years ago and many followers joined the Republican ranks. He says Republicans must condemn the A P A to avoid alienating voters and potential loss in conventions.
Mr Dockery of Missouri, a well posted congressman, reports that the fifty-second congress shows total appropriations of 1 026 822 047 2 (approx) more than the fifty first by 8 864 871 48, and notes reductions in government employes and salary cuts while expanding offices and costs. He credits democratic administration for economic provisions reducing waste.
The State Line Democrat argues farm prices under the Democrats remain strong. It cites Timothy selling at 2.10 to 2.25 per bushel, meadow profits up to 13 dollars per acre, corn at 50 to 55 cents in markets, oats 30 to 35 cents, hogs 4 to 5 dollars, and horses valued high in St. Louis sales. It warns horse buyers and Republican papers seek to depress farmer confidence despite rising costs and electricity driven transport changes.
All sizes and widths in ladies and misses low shoes are now available at Hunt's on the north side.
James B McCreary, chairman of the foreign affairs committee, hails the House for passing more good bills than any decade and notes repeal of the Sherman purchasing clause, the federal election law, and land reclamation from railway grants. He argues the tariff reform is the best since 1857, highlights savings on clothing and wool, and cites reduced government spending and pension reforms as proof of progress.
In Chicago, Des Moines shoe dealer Charles L. Kahler suffered a severe cold until he took Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. His recovery was rapid and others at the hotel, several with bad colds, followed his example and ordered the remedy from local druggists Bradshaw and Thoma.
Geo W White operates Jordan Elevator offering grain, lime? Leeds, baled hay and straw for farmers.
The Martinsburg convention in August nominates W. L. Wilson by acclamation. He delivers a vigorous speech denouncing tariff issues and urging a comprehensive reform while criticizing the current congressional measure and its handling in the senate. The gathering is described as the district's largest and most enthusiastic.
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