Western farmers wake to tariff clash in 1892 campaign
J. M. Hench, veteran resident, reports from Sioux City on western states politics. He surveys Iowa Minnesota North Dakota Kansas Missouri South Dakota Nebraska and notes farmer awakening against McKinley tariff measures, rising independent and democratic strength, and expected November outcomes with D W Lawler Knute Wilson and J Sterling Morton figures shaping the race. He cites popular support for Cleveland and Stevenson.
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Death of John G. Whittier in New Hampshire
John G. Whittier died at 4 40 this morning in Hamrron Falls New Hampshire. He passed away quietly with relatives and Dr Douglass at his bedside. Funeral planned for Amesbury Massachusetts at 2 30 pm Saturday. The town of Havernutt reported the death with sadness, city hall bell rung eighty four times and flags lowered to half mast in honor of the poet.
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Philadelphia Heads to Venezuela Navy Mission Cleared
New York September 8 The cruiser Philadelphia flagship of the North Atlantic station sails for Venezuela after arriving from New London officers await orders Admiral Gherardi could not confirm destination though Venezuelan waters appear likely Commodore Ramsay met with Secretary Foster this morning and confirmed the voyage plans Philadelphia will depart tomorrow under Admiral Gherardi command.
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Skilled Workmen of Europe Meet at London
The Trades Union congress at Glasgow passed a resolution urging government purchases to favor British goods, including Bavarian pencils replacement. Another proposal sought curbs on foreign pauper labor and foreigners during strikes, but was shelved amid concern it was too sweeping. Wagons are in higher demand at Olds works and shipping is unusually rushed.
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Under the Wheels Brakeman McDonald Dies After Accident
Brakeman Alexander McDonald of the Pittsburg local freight service was crushed by moving wheels while coupling cars at Plymouth. He died at 2:25 PM in St. Joseph’s hospital after amputation and blood loss. He was nineteen, unmarried, living with his mother at 11 Grand Street. Cleveland and his secretary O'Brien arrived on the Pilgrim, and were driven to a likely meeting with ex-Secretary Whitney.
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Labor cost debate over American workers versus Europe
Fort Warse Sept. 7 1892 argues labor cost favors United States goods. It cites textile workers petition 1888 and shows American weavers produce 60 percent more per week than English, challenging protectionist claims. It references Blaine and Aldrich supporting free wage superiority and condemns tariffs seen as harming American manufacturers.
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Ex President Cleveland Arrives in New York
Ex-President Cleveland arrives in New York as guest of Mr. Whitney. The visit begins with formal welcomes and signals ongoing relations between the former leader and prominent New York figures. Whitney hosted the reception marking the start of the engagement.
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Brutes at Play In New Orleans Glove Contest
Dixon the colored lightweight champion defeated Brooklyn lad Skelley in the fifth event at New Orleans. Dixon knocked Skelley out in the fifth round in a fight that turned brutal and drew a large, mixed crowd with receipts reaching seventy thousand dollars. A portion of the gallery was reserved for colored spectators, about 150 in attendance.
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Indianapolis May Get Next G A R Encampment
News from Washington reports strong talk that the G A R national encampment may be held in Indianapolis next year due to its location railroad access and wartime contributions. Resentment toward Lincoln Neb harms its bid and Indianapolis is seen as a leading contender if efforts continue.
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Honor paid to Edward Everett Hale birthday tribute
The Boston commemoration celebrated Edward Everett Hale on his seventy first birthday. Hale, born 1822 in Boston and Harvard graduate, is praised as a writer, orator, philanthropist and religious teacher.
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Notable figures and events in early 20th century notices
A fragmented dispatch notes a potential Madison benefit for a life plan, along with a Plymouth Ohio incident where Corbett appeared in an opera house. It mentions checks, secretaries, a vice presidential visit from Indiana, and a tragic shooting of Frank Garvin Mills Fils Wite Pirrsaves after a brief marriage, with details about the bride.
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