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Wise national and state laws to aid prosperity
A late nineteenth century editorial urges balance between national protectionist policy and state laws to promote local interests. It argues good governance requires both levels, warns against ignoring state issues, and highlights upcoming Iowa legislature questions on taxation, education, and local trusts. It notes Jasper County Agricultural Society actions and local church and school activities, ending with thanks to Shawnee Door for a piano loan to a Newton concert.
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