Unstable Industry Echoes Across Markets and Politics
A long dispatch from The Iowa Index notes industry shocks from Michigan ore mines to plate glass closures in the United States. Tariff doubts and credit tightness halt production, while Lincoln era finance debates and Republican figures like Jlon S Struble shape state politics ahead of a gubernatorial nomination.
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Free Trade Boston Herald
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Tramps Hunted as Sheldon Electrics Roar Rally
Last Monday around 11 the Sheldon power plant sounded alarm whistles to scare off 18 to 20 tramps seeking sleep, crowds helped drive them away. Tuesday night deputies and local youth chased the same group, two stayed and were quartered by the city marshal. Citizens complain of years of nuisance and call for action. The piece ends with a stray political question about McKinley bill fate in Congress.
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Advertising as a town booster boosts trade and pride
A successful merchant notes that newspaper advertising brings substantial business to the town. He credits his own ad efforts for attracting customers from the region, saying they often purchase items from other lines as well. He asserts that advertising is a study and always yields four-fold returns.
Sound Democracy in Lewiston Demands Answers on Pardon
The Fulton Democrat condemns the governor for pardoning anarchists. The editor admits remorse for backing Altgeld and argues the act shows sympathy with anarchists. Republicans warned of the pardon, and the paper frames it as dishonorable and unfit for office.
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Propose US subscription to Duke of Veragua opposed
Sioux City Tribune condemns a US subscription for the Duke of Veragua as unnecessary and says the nation has paid its obligations. The piece argues for charity needs at home and urges ending support for the descendant of Columbus. A testimonial from J E Mare of Trenton Texas praises Chamberlain’s Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy with a local distributor listing.
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Democrats Call Ratification Meeting For Famed Past
The writer urges Democrats to convene a ratification gathering to honor past promises tied to three forebears and the victory of their party. They anticipate reactions from Republicans on prohibition while noting Iowans focus on pocketbooks over appetites amid market mood.
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ExGovernor Wm Stone Dies in Oklahoma City
Wm M Stone ex governor of Iowa and former land commissioner died at his home near Oklahoma City after a move south for health. He and wife moved there, bought a claim, built a residence, orchard and utilities, but illness worsened. funeral set for July 21 in Knoxville burial. Stone served as colonel of the 22nd Town during the Civil War.
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Wm. M. Stone
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General Land Office
Stone
Oklahoma
Gueda Springs
Knoxville Jr
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Pension Debate Roils Democrats Over Union Veterans Benefits
The pension question stirs politics as Jose Smith and the pensions commissioner move to overhaul cases. Critics warn the drive could fracture Democratic ranks this fall while veterans fear suspensions and delayed relief from a department led by a sympathetic foe of Union soldiers.
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Bureau of Pensions
Grover Cleveland
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