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Newspaper
Newton Record
Location
Newton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1894
Page
9
Dun's Weekly Trade notes westward crops and manufactured goods softening prices. Wheat options reach a record low while cotton persists at weak levels. Exports remain smaller than usual as overall demand stays subdued amid economic softness.
Tariff questions arise whether the woolen schedule takes full effect January 1, 1895 or only wool based items. New York board of appraisers and Baltimore collector actions may trigger disputes over duties and undercharges. Separate report alleges Laird & Hoyle set the fire later linked to Hinckley, amid a property dispute and pending suit.
The Mayor of Rome, Don Emanuel da Principi Ruspoti, arrived in the United States to study American municipal governance. He will visit eastern, western and southern cities before returning to Rome in January. He has held the alderman’s post and is of royal blood.
Mrs J E Butler a 50 year old widow of a Confederate general shot herself in Mount Kisco after a troubled marriage. The couple separated years ago and her son Guy, now in the west, is said to have contributed to her despair. The death was kept secret due to the family's prominence.
On October 6 in SuvvERses Cry, Missouri the Socialist Labor Party filed its state ticket with the secretary of state naming Albert E. Sanderson for Supreme Court James A Render for superintendent of public schools and Sigfried Zolle for railroad commissioner all from St Louis The party joins four other tickets Democratic Republican Populist Prohibitionist in the fall election with five state tickets in total.
Duxven Colorado October 6 Deputy Sheriff Milt Smith was shot and killed during a political discussion by Policeman Boykin. The fatal shooting occurred last night in Duxven. Police are investigating the incident and questioning witnesses while continuing to secure the scene. Authorities have not released further details on motives or potential charges.
The piece argues ready made clothing should be cheaper amid tariff debates. It cites wages and prices in Boston, New York, and Philadelphia, noting reduced purchasing power for eastern workers and potential fallout for western labor. It discusses free wool, labor costs, and how future tariffs might shape American industry under McKinley policy.
The Hartford Times notes that while most presidents were not wealthy, Washington left about 550000 and Hayes over 500000, with Cleveland now likely wealthier than them and possibly as rich as or richer than Hayes. It cites Wall Street allies claiming leaps in wealth for Cleveland, including Red Top and Chicago Gas stakes.
Seventy five department clerks from Ashland Kentucky district were furloughed and allowed to go home to work and vote for Colonel Breckinridge. All federal officials in the district supported him. From this view Breckinridge may be the administration candidate but an invitation to Buzzard's Bay for fishing and recreation seems unlikely.
The report notes Welling the Hanks leaning Republican on sugar and predicts several Texas districts may elect Republicans. It suggests a Republican House is likely, with reinforcement from those states. It also critiques assurances on veterans pensions while citing sizable pension cuts since the Hoke Smith regime, warning the anti veteran party may persist.
The article notes a fitness in Senator Hill addressing farmers, praising agrarian interests and highlighting his adeptness in discussing agricultural themes. The tone implies farmers welcome practical remarks and actionable ideas.
Prominent figures McKintey and Reed emerge as strong national characters due to their long service to the party and country, recognized beyond their legislative or sectional roles. Their stature is noted as central to national party leadership and influence.
Seaventy Mr. Wilsons expresses no wish to seek another term. He notes distracting faction and strife and praises broad national unanimity on a single subject, finding it pleasant to strike a topic with widespread support.
Governor McKinley visited towns along a Rock Island line itinerary greeting crowds in Omaha and other stops. He addressed audiences at multiple points, with trains and stations noted, while rail officials and locals lined the way in communities including Savery and De Soto as the tour continued.
Governor McKinley presided over a massive assembly of thousands in a city hall setting as crowds thronged for admittance. General Sherman and Col. Grant spoke, with Congressman Hull following and the speakers praising administration efforts amid an expansive tour through Iowa communities. The banquet at the Savery hosted 230 guests as the McKinley party continued to Mason City and other towns, receiving strong local ovations.
Vienna report claims the czar's illness is hopeless with him conscious and drafting a will. The note mentions Drayton and Mrs. J Coleman facing a divorce suit, Drayton living in Bernardsvile with his children after a summer at Harbor. Astor family scattered at resorts. Paraguay kiss custom noted. fragmented dialogue follows.
Reports from Che Foo describe a Japanese transport and warship fleet of about seventy ships entering the area then veering northeast. The sighting triggers widespread excitement as observers discuss possible Chinese retreat from Moukdlen and potential openings for a Japanese attack, amid whispers of loan raises in Britain.
A desynchronized海外 dispatch notes Water diplomat influence in China and Japan pondering conquest plans. Reports claim China is shifting imperial treasures while Yong fled to safety as anti foreign unrest grows in Pekin. Foreign powers fear a Japanese advance could seize the city amid tense defenses.
Drs Moryns Stafford of Des Moines gets a patent for a fastener attachable to trees to secure items detachably. J T Evans of Des Moines receives a patent for a drag barrow with U S patent No 210,311 issued in 1878. Three Iowa inventors were issued patents last week, with printed drawings and a single copy per patent.
In Des Moines a hearing began over charges linked to a decision ordering. Tilden's Patent shirt and other named parties like Parke and Odell are noted in the Des Moines context. A separate item mentions a couple found dead in Dartmouth with a note signed by the wife implying self-harm after a tragedy.
An OCR fragment references salt in Paraguay and a sequence of disjointed actions and dialogue. The text shows names like Anna, a rose for hair, kissing moments, and a girl foundering in water, but lacks coherent narrative or clear event.
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