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Newspaper
Lawrence Gazette
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1890
Page
4
March 20, 1890 report says the Cath arc church and the Alliance resolved their dispute with Bishop Fink withdrawing objections. The piece praises Senator Ingalls as a powerful worker representing Kansas and DC, critiques Kansas protectionism, and records regents' struggles over choosing a Chancellor with Prof. Canfield favored but blocked by anti tariff critics.
A critical look at Speaker Reed and House Democrats argues that lobby influence shapes a lax rule system enabling rapid passage of costly bills. The piece details looming measures on pensions, canals, rivers, subsidies, and a proposed tariff, plus criticism of protectionist policy and industry trusts.
New York Boston and Philadelphia importers and American manufacturers met in Springhead Massachusetts to compare duties on window glass over three years. They argued for higher protection while noting wage comparisons with Belgium and U S labor shortages amid apprenticeship limits.
The piece notes rising American glass output and prices, with 1870-80 and current factory figures showing growth. It mentions 8,000,000 pounds fewer imports last year and calls for higher duties for French window glass amid strong U S production and recent Pittsburgh meeting praise for American brands.
Farmers face high tariffs as hop growers push for higher duties while hop imports and exports reveal a complex market. The piece notes New York hops prices, domestic needs, and risks of retaliation abroad, arguing protection may hurt broader markets.
England sees record January commerce surpassing all nations and a manufacturing boom with scarce skilled labor. The piece questions protectionist rhetoric while noting Lew Hanpacs's return and Andy Caldwell's reappointment as Haskell watchman.
A collection of editorials warns against creating a national race issue in American politics. It argues the move would divide the country, demoralize whichever party wins, and strain constitutional government. It cites reactions from St Louis Republic and other papers, noting frequent references to African American voters and party strategy.
Markly and Granite Works promotes stone work urging customers to delay purchases until decorations and labor peak. The letter claims lower prices and quality, invites inspection, and touts a large finished stock with underselling rivals. Patronize home industry, signed by FRep Strahm of 932 Mags.
Hog buyers at Hereford Market 800 Mass St advertise they pay the highest market price for good hogs and invite sellers to visit before selling. No specific dates given.
At Fort Worth the Interstate Congress met amid slow reports from committees. Debates covered pleuro pneumonia controls, quarantine lines, veterinary staff, and commissions reform. A refrigerator system was proposed for Fort Worth and other Texas cities, with storage hubs planned and plans to connect to New Orleans.
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