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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1894
Page
4
A correspondent argues against the claim that money's value rests solely on circulating quantity, challenging premises on inflation and prosperity. He cites Chief Justice Story and urges testing the foundation of financial theory while urging rational discourse and sound fiscal structure.
President Cleveland writes to Representative Catchings outlining why he will permit the tariff bill to become law without his signature. He cites thoughtful consideration since discussions with Catchings and Mr. Clark of Alabama and expresses that he cannot promptly endorse the legislation.
In a written message Grover Cleveland defends Democratic tariff reform while criticizing inconsistencies in the bill. He argues for free raw materials, chastises corporate influence, and urges the House to further modify the measure to favor consumers and American workers. He stresses party loyalty and the need to continue the tariff reform struggle.
Harp's Market bakes its own bread and cakes daily promising quality on par with the best. The ad highlights fresh light bread as a daily offering to shoppers.
Cuas L. Redman writes that government ownership and civil service reform could curb railroad power and bank speculation. He argues reformers share aims with opponents, rejects centralization, and recalls Jeffersonian and Populist themes amid political rancor and party loyalties.
In the Ordinary's office a young colored man argues with Bob Hobbes over marriage license fees. Hobbes confirms the price at one dollar and fifty cents. The man laments the system and urges districts to secure franchise rights at the polls.
The Atlanta Journal notes the new tariff bill expands the free list with items like binding twine copper ore and bars capers fresh fish wool and timber. Critics argue the McKinley law still taxes these items and warns savings may be overstated while condemning duties on tin and cordage as frauds against households.
Rev J Gunderman of Dimondale Mich reports his wife suffered prolonged coughing from pneumonia after La Grippe. He credits Dr King’s New Discovery with rapid, highly satisfactory results. Trial bottles offered at R G Bryans drug store with regular sizes 50c and 1.00.
In 1892 Congressman Bynum claimed if Cleveland won wheat would reach 1.25 a bushel. Farmer William Stanley, swayed by the rhetoric, sowed wheat expecting profit. After harvest he sold at 60 and 55 cents and sues for the difference, warning that court-ordered damages could end impassioned campaigning.
From Miss Williams’ Valdosta Telescope the Columbus Ledger notes Georgia editors who traveled to New York remain away as the Telescope’s representative claims he cannot return until a check is sent. The snippet hints at a playful or critical jab about funding and trust in reporters.
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