Harrison could carry Indiana again in 1892 says Journal
The Indianapolis Journal argues Harrison is the only Republican who can win Indiana, recalling 1888 when his nomination carried the state. It notes Bloomington and other factors, contrasts with Blaine, and warns against relying on backers who oppose him. The piece implies Indiana’s pivotal role in the national race and notes changes in election law.
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Indianapolis Journal
Minneapolis
Chicago
Messrs
Alger
Allison
Depew
Gresham
Harrison
Ingalls
Phelps
Rusk
Sherman
Blaine
Lincoln
McKinley
Shoimdu
Shirrui
New York
Foraker
Indiana
Commonwealth
Louisville Southern and Queen & Crescent Arrangements for Sullivan Corbett Trip
Extensive plans by the Louisville Southern Railway to serve the Sullivan Corbett fight crowd in New Orleans this September. The Queen & Crescent Route operates the sole vestibuled daily service from Lexington or Burgin to New Orleans with Louisville departures nightly and morning. No connection with Louisville Southern trains. For rates and details, contact Co. H Woodwell, D P A, Louisville Ky. June 7.
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Louisville Southern Railway
Queen & Crescent
New Orleans
Lexington
Burgin
Louisville
H. Woodwell, D. P. A
New Indiana Property Tax Shift Draws Sharp Criticism
A contemporary editorial mocks the New Tax Law described as an assessment measure aimed at fair property valuation in Indiana. It argues corporations and tax dodgers complain, while poor taxpayers bear the burden. The piece cites tales of underperforming notes and invokes Swift to denounce the law’s effects on different income groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wallen
Indiana
Kentucky
Dean Swift
Local Tax Rates Tied to Assessments in County
County Commissioners set tax rates after assessments are tabulated. They know total taxables and required funds to run local government. The rate remains proportional to the amount to be raised, regardless of whether assessments rise or fall. In this county if taxables are 1 million dollars and needs are 50 thousand, the rate equals what it would be for 2 million taxables.
State tax changes and effects on Jefferson county
The piece traces 19th century tax policy shifts from 1877 uniform rates to 1891 surcharges aimed at Benevolent institutions, noting a 50 percent rate jump in 1891 92 and a faster, broader assessment law that boosted taxable property and state revenue. It cites Jefferson county tax rises from 24 818 03 in 1890 to 40 244 86 in 1891 and questions repudiation.
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The
Courier
Jefferson County
Camp Meeting Tent Arrangements For Acton and Nearby Events
Several people have secured tents for the Acton camp meeting opening July 24. Silver Heights camp meeting runs from July 21 to August 1. J. H. Conner of New Albany is advised to write regarding tents. The Deputy camp meeting runs August 3 to August 15 with J. D. Robertson, Deputy, handling tent information.
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Acton
J. H. Conner
New Albany
J. D. Robertson
Madison Post Office Adverts List of Uncalled Letters 1892
The Madison Indiana post office posts a list of uncalled letters dated Tuesday May 31 1892. It includes Laurel list and Gentlemen's list with initials and names such as Jenny Gray Sadie Harwell Zilpha Osburn Mary Porter G A Rhoads C Jackson Clark and more. Recipients must claim by requesting advertised letters with the date. unclaimed items go to the dead letter office after two weeks.
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Madison
Indiana
Laurel
Jennie Gray
Sadie Harwell
O—Zilpha Osburn
Mary Porter
G. A. Rhoads
T—Cattie J. Trout
Gentlemen’s List
Washington
M.C. Garber
M. P
Blaine Resigns as Secretary of State in 1892
Secretary James G Blaine resigns from the United States State Department. President Benjamin Harrison accepts the resignation promptly. The two men refuse to discuss the matter publicly. White House aides arrange for Wharton to assume acting duties and for further consultations with cabinet members.
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Department OF State
Washington
Secretary of State
United States
James G. Blaine
Blaine
Executive Mansion
Benjamin Harrison
White House
Drent
Halford
Minneapolis
Mr. Blaine
Tracy
Wanamaker
City
New York
Philadelphia
State Department
Wharton
Elkins
Harrison
Foster
Miller
Noble
Agriculture Rusk
Cincinnati
Chili
Invidicious
Kevin
Brian
General Foster
Foster and
Bowell
Canada
Welland and
St. Lawrence Canals
Europe
Market Prices Across Regions and Commodities
The report lists wheat corn oats cattle sheep and lamb prices in New York Boston Chicago and Toledo markets with specific bids and ranges. It also includes a testimonial about Sulphur Bitters from D Levis of Boston as a personal cure claim.
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New York
D. Levis
Rowlan Street
Boston
Mass
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Katter
Madlixon
Odice
Main Street
Joan Sazrman
Joan C. New
New
London
Kate
Hans William
Holman
Tur Electoral College
Platt
Quays and
Wanamakers
Clarksons and
Platts
Republican Party
Quay
Clarkson
Harrison and
Alabama
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Saeveteveeeveeld
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Tlinois
Michivzan
Minnesota
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Missouri
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Nevada
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New Jersey
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oxegen
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Vermont
West Virginia
Wyoming
C—Jackson Clark
F—C. B. Ferrin
K—C. Kaufman
T—A. D. Trees
Wigho
Cincinnati Tobacco
Dee Laine
Toledo
Colin
Cleveland
S. W
Seeteee
A. P. Ordway & C O
Mees
Expressure
A. Karpen & CO
Quincy Street
Chicago, MI
Chic
Forshee & McMakin
St. Louis
Peoria
Kansas City, St. Joseph
Denver
St. Paul and Minipolis
Palimeu Palace
Pacific Coast
Black Hills
A. ©. Dawes
Phaetons
J.D. Farran
Wes
Rain Street
W.T. Fit Gerald
Ally-at-law
Waston, D. O
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