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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1883
Page
2
A broad column surveys national debt held abroad, imperial sun settings, and political figures in the upcoming presidency. It notes Wyoming lakes, saloon license costs, and postal rate debates, with references to the Dakota split plan and Texas division. Also covered are Javanese tea exports, Yokohama fixing houses, and trade quality shifts affecting Formosa Oolong tea.
The piece notes the liquor question as a leading issue in Ohio politics with Republicans favoring a constitutional tax on saloons while Democrats waver between licensing and taxation. It discusses constitutional limits, prior laws, and party realignments, then shifts to wealth concentration and heirs in England and America, listing major fortunes and heirs as context for broader economic trends. It highlights rising fears of monopolies, notably the telegraph, and anticipates action on postal telegraph legislation once Congress convenes, with Senator Edmunds expected to push reform amid a looming strike.
The argument supports government takeover of postal telegraphs and railways to curb monopolies, while noting Judge Shellabarger’s view on public rights. It praises St Louis school board for abolishing corporal punishment, arguing schools work best without whipping and urging exclusion for incorrigible pupils.
The text notes a 19th century trade dollar issue aimed at China and criticizes Ohio Democrats for alleged dishonest defalcations. It lists counties and amounts stolen, highlighting a Republican treasurer in Richland County and implying taxpayers bore the loss in several cases.
A collage of editorials and opinions from Inter Ocean Danville Kentucky Tribune Ludington Record Philadelphia Press Cincinnati Commercial Gazette Louisville Courier Journal and others debate pardoning powers temperance rules tariffs and political strategy. They warn against overreach praise governors stance and urge parties to unite defend protections and fiscal restraint amid national tensions and elections.
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