Tax halbyville barbecue and world fair tease grows in Madison
The item notes a September 28 barbecue gathering of prominent men including a jab at Gov McKinley over socks from Ireland. It mentions the Worlds Fair and side shows to follow and cites criticisms of protective tariffs and political skirmishes over hypocrisy and veracity in the campaign.
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England
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McKinley
Wisconsin
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Ireland
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The Fusion Proposal for Jefferson County Politics
The People's party may fuse with the Democrats if both sides gain proportional representation on the ticket. The People's party reportedly wants Democrats on their slate, while Democrats may withdraw from a straight ticket if the fusion offer is not accepted. If the People’s party seeks real change, they should abandon their county ticket and back the Democrats.
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People’s Party
Jefferson County
Peoples Party
What Is the Difference Between Democrats and Republicans
A reflection on party contrasts noting Republicans drive national banking power Wall Street currency issues and tariff policy while Democrats curb and check Republican measures, opposing persecution of the South and acting as a brake on Republican legislation. The piece questions what difference remains between the two parties amid ongoing partisan debate.
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People’s Party
Wall Street
South
City Council Pay Controversy Sparks Denial
The Madison Courier misreports pay figures for Eckel Harper and others claiming higher salaries and percentages. Johnson disputes the quoted language and seeks final settlement. several witnesses corroborate his denial.
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Courier
Johnson
Eckel Harper
Associated Press
Democratic and Prohibition Rally in Jefferson County
The People's and Prohibition parties invite conservatives to join Democrats to elect a county ticket. The piece mocks Republican spending and asserts Indiana’s Democrat leanings in any fair vote for Cleveland and Stevenson, citing historical GOP fraud. It notes Judge Gresham could affect Indiana sentiment and cites the Detroit Free Press on Hoosier support.
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Fusion Likely as Kansas Republicans Veer in 1890 Campaign
Kansas shows a split history with Republicans trailing in 1890. Democrats join with the People's party in a fusion to reverse tariff policy and govern for the masses. If elected, Weaver supporters from both parties would give Kansas a decisive electoral vote, challenging GOP control.
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Weaver
Indiana Tax Acts Through 1892 Levy New Revenue
The Indiana General Assembly authorized a twelve cent per one hundred dollar property tax and a fifty cent per poll tax to fund public debts and institutions. In 1891 a six cent benevolent institution tax was added, set to expire after the current year unless renewed.
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Hal Pointer Steals World Pace Record at Washington Park
Hal Pointer sped a mile in 2 05 1 4 behind Ed Geers in a one mile pace at Washington Park to break Johnston’s 2 06 1 4 harness record and claim a world pacing title. Nancy Hanks is set to chase her 2 07 1 4 mark next day. A second race saw Guy lower his own track record to 2 10 1 4 at Des Moves.
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A Diamond Robber Anxious to Serve Out His Time
In Columbus Ohio on August 19 Lewis G Vandenburg one of the Dayton diamond robbery conspirators asked to serve his five year sentence at the penitentiary aided by detective John T Norris. He had escaped jail previously and traveled to Chicago and Mexico before returning to Ohio to complete his term. He was refused until consulting the attorney general once his name appeared scratched from the joint commitment with Jackson.
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Penitentiary
Vandenburg
John T. Norris
Norris
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Mexico
Worth
Ohio
Jackson
Nancy Hanks Sets World Trotting Record at Washington Park
Nancy Hanks trotted two miles in a world record pace at Washington Park Chicago Aug 18 clocking 2 07 ¼ in a stunning performance before about 12000 spectators. Doble urged the mare through 81 ½ quarter 1 03 ¾ half 1 36 ½ three quarters and final eighth to beat Maud S Sund and all previous marks.
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Irish Catholic Benevolent union reports relief and growth in convention
The twenty fourth annual convention met in Tolepo with mass at St Frances de Sales and business at Memorial hall. President Daly reported 125000 paid for relief. 15 new societies and 1 reinstatement. eight female only. Union now 189 societies, 18174 members.
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Irish Catholic Benevolent Union
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Philadelphia
Griffin
Secret salve claims cure all skin eruptions and piles
An advertisement touts a salve as the best in the world for oats bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter ghappad hands chapped skin chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. It promises perfect satisfaction or money refunded with a price of 95 punta per box and is sold by B. O. F. Harper.
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