Iowa Index Opinion on Altgeld and Democracy
The Iowa Index criticizes Gov. Altgeld for pardoning Chicago anarchists, arguing he is not a Democrat and warning that his actions threaten republican principles. The piece endorses free speech and presses suppression of anti democratic rhetoric, while contrasting reactions from local papers about reform and prohibition themes.
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Absence of drunken broils marked late Fourth of July
A newspaper note observes a quieter Fourth with fewer drunken brawls and restraint among celebrants. It contrasts with lingering appetite for ardent spirits and urges moderation to prevent crime, while advertising Shiloh's Vitalizer for constipation and dyspepsia priced at 10 and 75 cents at Kilheffer's.
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Newspaper debate over pardons and economic policy voices
The Sanborn Sun defends Illinois Governor Altgeld for pardoning anarchists amid regional editorials condemning the act. Davenport Democrat and Detroit Free Press weigh in on silver values and wheat prices, urging fiscal clarity and national confidence.
Democrats Reoccupy Old Republican Camp Ground
The text notes Democrats in Congress camping on the old Republican ground and occupying the quarters once used by Tom Reed to push business through. It urges following the Republican line of Marchi and ignoring their own platform.
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Republican Party
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Democratic Party
Marchi
South Carolina Judge Rules Against New Law
A South Carolina judge declared the new law unconstitutional and void. The state supreme court disagreed and overruled the judge’s decision, upholding the law.
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South Carolina
Supreme Court of
Repudiate the Platform Prompts Iowa Politicking
New York Recorder notes Foster hints that a first day tariff pledge could trigger a business depression. Democrats reject Chicago platform amid Iowa conventions planned August 28. Rumors swirl over a gubernatorial bid with Sheldon’s “sand cel” catching on. I S Struble of LeMars named as potential governor candidate. LeMars Sentinel and INDEX echo Amen corner.
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Foster
Congress
Chicago
I. S. Struble
LeMars
Watterson to Speak on Money and Morals at Iowa Chautauqua
Stenry Watterson delivers address on money and morals before Iowa Chautauqua Assemblies. The item notes a crowd of men ready to trade morals for money. Mention of the awaiting annexation and a tip to visit Werkman's for fans to keep cool.
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Stenry Watterson
Iowa
Werkman’s
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