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Newspaper
Mooresville Guide
Location
Mooresville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1897
Page
6
Tariff Law Pleases Friends as Exports Rise and Imports Fall
Treasury figures indicate the new tariff law boosts American exports while imports decline. Proponents hail the policy as productive and repudiates retaliatory measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasury
New tariff law shown to aid farmers and government revenue
Treasury data indicate September imports and agricultural exports held steady or rose despite higher duties. Agricultural exports reached 74.2 million dollars, up from last year, while farm products led export gains. Wool and textile imports fell, and overall tariffs supported a rising farm sector amidst international protests and calls for retaliation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Treasury Department
EAUS
Rommel
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Uber
Stas 245
Obey
Nejteminer
Isut
Mann
Wilson
Congress
Dinglers
Trowill
Hingler
Dem Predictions Debunked by Import Trends
The data show a fallacy in Democratic forecasts as imports from those countries drop sharply while they continue buying U S goods, despite threats. George Melville remarks on the paradox of reduced imports yet rising purchases from U S products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Melville
What Caused the Change in American Agriculture
A political screed argues that high meat prices reflect rising East Coast consumption as workers gain wages under Republican tariff policy. It claims tariffs, not free trade, drive prosperity, shut out pauper labor, and protect American farmers and laborers from foreign competition, urging farmers to oppose Bryan era policies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Party
Bryanien
Hiim
Toreka Crayy
Corn Exports Rise as Europe Sees Feed and Food Value
The text notes rising export figures of corn to Europe and discusses a historical commission during Harrison's tenure that helped shift European opinion on corn as food. It highlights the growing foreign demand and anticipated price stability amid overproduction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ford
Europe
Harrison
Leewures
Moswoon
Practical and Prudent Protections in Industry
The piece argues for protective tariffs to shield domestic industry. It contrasts domestic access to raw materials with foreign dependence, claiming natural advantages in fuel and materials justify protection. It asserts protection fosters enterprise and prosperity across all classes, citing experience and universal benefit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Engelard
Waal Record
tariff debate praised as wise policy by 19th century paper
The New York Commercial Advertiser argues that the tariff will prove effective over time. It notes initial revenue shortfalls but expects industry to adjust as imports stabilize and conditions improve after the Dingley Act and the Cleveland administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ptis
Cleveland
New York Commercial Advertiser
Laughing last as Ohio counties boost GOP margins
Mr. Bryan claimed in Ohio he came to bury Merk Heena, a boast that drew laughs. After the election the counties where he spoke showed Republican majorities about a thousand votes higher than last year, proving the laugh was on the other side.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Ohio
Merk Heena
McKinley
Hanna
Linen and jute imports decline in September 1897 data
The text notes England linen goods imports at 2,201,000 yards in September 1897 versus 6,087,000 in 1896, and jute piece goods imports at 6,182,160 yards in September 1897 versus 9,166,400 in the prior year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
The New Congressional Library Monument to American achievement
A detailed overview of the New Congressional Library describes its American design, long construction history, and architectural features. It notes the transitions of architects, the rectangular form with a central rotunda, a Greek cross interior, and vast shelving for up to 4.5 million volumes. It highlights automated systems, a tunnel to the Capitol, and expansive reading rooms, with total cost listed at $6,250,000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John L. Smitmeyer
Paul J. Pelz
Thos. L. Casey
Mr. Pelz
B. K. Green
Edward P. Casey
Gen. Casey
Green
National Library of France
Capitol
Congressional Library
Trade figures reveal tariff impact on textile goods
The data show 1896 silk bread goods at 4,202 yards versus 0,833 in September last year, woolen tissues 22,000 yards versus 650,000, worsted tissues 2,400 versus 1,451,000, and woolen carpets 6,600 yards versus 47,400. English opinion on the Dinghy law reflects tariff effects and factory employment gains.
Wealth Equalization Torch in an Odd Southwest Tale
Secretary Wilson told Middledell O about a new wealth sharing idea in a southwest settlement. When some citizens prosper more, a committee is sent to curb them, ensuring the community stays on a level economic footing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tye
Wilsor
Middledell
Tariff Debate Cites Small Price Rises Then Wages Gain
The piece argues tariffs raise prices slightly for imported goods by under 1 percent while wages and farm earnings rise, suggesting overall gains to workers offset modest consumer price increases. The New York Tribune investigation is cited to support these claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Tritem
the Tribune
Decline of Free Silver Drives Party Shifts
The article notes Democratic figures like Senator Stewart and ex-Gov. Altgeld shifting stance on silver policy. It cites Boies condemning the 10 to 1 plan amid coinage vs commercial ratio gaps. It portrays greensback advocates as moving toward broader prosperity rhetoric as free silver loses popularity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stewart
Altgeld
Boies
Bryan Free Silver Club Leaves Democracy for Populist Support
The Canton Free Silver Club of Canton Ohio renounces the Democratic Party and transfers allegiance to the Populist Party. Once one of the state's strongest silver groups, the club strongly backed Bryan's presidential bid and its switch marks a notable political realignment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Free Silver Club
Bryan
Canton
Bryan Free Silver Club
Ohio
Mulhall on U S wealth growth and tariff impact
The Washington Post notes English writer Mulhall shows U S wealth expands with production in grain meat and cotton. Exports rise with population, protected by tariffs. internal trade gauges national progress, supporting a balanced view of domestic and foreign markets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Mulhall
North American Review
Afulhall
United Tes
South
Exports Rise Under Protection Says Mulhall
Statistician Mulhall notes the US population grew 8 percent in twenty years while exports value rose 175 percent, about three times faster than population, with most growth occurring under a protective tariff that free traders said harmed foreign trade relations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mulhall
United States
Wise Words of Justice Field on the Supreme Court
Retiring Justice Field cautions critics railing against United States courts and their methods. He reflects on the Supreme Court as the highest tribunal after years of service and offers perspective on judicial integrity and duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justice Field
United States
Supreme Court
Justice retires after a third of a century on the bench
In a retirement letter the judge reflects on more than thirty years serving on the court. He praises the court as democratic and essential, holding the negative power to resist and safeguard the government from collapse, despite lacking purse or sword.
Secretary Wilson Touts Self Sufficient Farm Treasures
Secretary Wilson of the Department of Agriculture urges farmers to supply 400 million dollars in goods annually now imported. He notes 100 million goes to sugar and the rest to hides fruits wines and other farm products. His annual report to the President argues beet sugar experiments show self sufficiency is achievable for the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Department of Agriculture
United States
Large Increase in Money in Circulation
Treasury Department data show a broad rise in money in circulation with a total excess of about 100 million dollars compared to a year earlier. Notably, more than half of the increase lies in gold holdings. The Treasury’s October 1 table compares current figures to October 1, 1896.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasury Department
A Satisfactory Tariff Measure Proves Revenue Strong
Congress faces December with a tariff measure that payments already show as a sure revenue producer. Treasury receipts reach about a million dollars daily, indicating the law will cover running expenses and offset losses from the Wilson tariff as imported stocks are consumed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Treasury
Postal Savings Bank proposal gains public support
The British postal savings banks attract widespread favor with 6,862,035 depositors, about one in six Britons. The editorial urges establishing postal savings banks in the United States at the earliest opportunity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Postal Savings Bank
Postal Savings Banks
United Kingdom
United States
Exchange
Kansas and national economic notes contrast prosperity and distress
The article surveys 1897 Kansas agriculture value at 176 million dollars, compares silver and tariff politics, with Bryan, McKinley, and Sherman comments. It notes export growth, Dingley law impact, railroad and bank data, and campaign hints from Ohio and Washington figures.
Silver’s Low Cost and Foreign Ownership Hit U S
Silver expert Mr Edwin Atkinson argues production costs run under 25 cents per ounce and silver used for a dollar may cost about 20 cents. He claims three fourths of U S mine value is abroad and predicts mine owners will spend vast sums to push laws boosting their profits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edwin Atkinson
United States
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