Local and national politics mix with tariff notes in Madison
July tax receipts show a gap of 8 485 232 compared with last year. Kansas Rep Kenny joins the Peffer-Simpson faction as sugar and wool price issues loom. The McKinley tariff debate mirrors Garfield views, while Ohio Governor Campbell is spotlighted as a leading Democratic figure.
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McKinley
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Hini
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Boston Globe
James E. Campbell
State Board of Tax Commissioners to Meet for Rail and Real Estate Assessments
The State Board of Tax Commissioners will convene at the Capitol in Indianapolis next Monday to assess railroad property and equalize real estate assessments. Sixty counties have sent abstracts. about twenty five county appeals will be heard first, followed by realty equalization and railroad hearings starting August 20, with each railroad or corporation filing a facts brief and receiving 15 to 20 minutes for oral statements. Commissioner Gwin emphasizes fair consideration and a thorough process for all appeals.
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Trusted Embezzlers Undercover in Plain Sight
The Louisville case of Sylvester Young highlights how trusted money handlers in large corporations can steal cash while appearing honest. It notes Pope and Young as examples of unassuming, mild individuals who commit major embezzlements, exploiting overconfidence in trusted staff and lax management practices.
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Louisville
Newport News
Mississippi Valley
Wm. H. Pope
Cesar
Pope
Young
Kentucky election returns favor Brown and Constitution
Latest returns from Kentucky show Mr Brown with a 25 000 to 30 000 plurality and the new Constitution leading strongly in most counties. The People’s party may reach 10 000 votes for the State ticket, with 13 likely elected to the Legislature. Senate prospects: Democrats 27 Republicans 10 People’s 4.
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Courier-Journal
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People's
They Have Their Eyes Open Now On Tariff Critique and Reform
A political tract argues Texans and others suffer under McKinley tariffs taxing sugar and other essentials. It cites 60 million consumers and calls for tariff reform, noting Republican gains and a November repudiation. It also mentions Carrie Curran’s libel suit and claims the circular truths.
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United States
Ammonia Poisoning Explores Self-Destructive Use and Health Risks
A historical report notes men like Harrowitz dying by self ingestion of ammonia in New York and outlines rising cases in London and New York. Health officers warn about slow poisoning from daily exposure in manufacturing and adulteration of foods, causing skin and stomach issues and broad ill health.
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New York
Blythe
London
Mitchell
Jenkins
Custard pie and haunting echoes in a jail report
A humorous verse about a hired girl making custard pie contrasts with a grim jail scene in Louisville Times notes. Sidney Bell, a San Francisco murderer, endures terror in Murders' Row while memories of fellow inmate Charles Clarke haunt him amid cries and fear.
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Fied
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Charles Clarke
Duncan Logan
Clark
Ark
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Samuel Jackson
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