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Newspaper
Santa Fe Weekly Sun
Location
Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1891
Page
2
The issue critiques printed political slips and self defense attitudes in the press. It notes widespread critique of anonymous communications to the paper and references County Commissioner Max Frost as a cited figure. The piece comments on propriety of public discourse and the danger of “nom de plume” letters.
The article discusses water development for a growing city, the role of the American Ties association, and the upcoming first annual Territorial Teachers Association session in Santa Fe. It urges local citizen participation to support this educational effort during the session dates of the 28th through the gsth, highlighting Santa Fe as the educational Capitol of the territory.
Santa Fe enters Christmas with news of a proposed world class sanitarium after Dr. Duncan led a national medical survey. The city also anticipates a narrow gauge rail extension to Cerrillos and San Pedro, boosting regional wealth and population. Development promises a 150,000 resident city within five years and a hopeful agrarian reclamation program for fertile lands.
In Albuquerque during a fierce sandstorm a wife of Dr. Duncan in the San Felipe hotel shivered as roofs ripped away and fire surged through blocks. The locals boast of three such zephyrs monthly to spur real estate while Santa Fe offers balmy sunshine and a sanatorium. Colonel Webb returns from the stormy metropolis for a first bath.
A Western loss as Preston B Plumb dies, marking the end of a distinguished Kansas congressman and stalwart U S senator. The obituary praises his statesmanlike approach, progressive spirit, and firm commitment to developing the West, contrasting him with contemporaries and noting his influence among Trans Missouri politicians.
The House committees on Coinage appear likely to include a free silver majority led by R. P. Bland. The plan favors free coinage of the American product as a cautious step toward eventual world free coinage, aiming to educate the public and avoid financial disorder while projecting tariff reform as gradual and prudent. The Sun cautions against radicalism, while Denver News condemns conservatism in this debate.
The piece notes Roger Q. Mills is unlikely to be appointed chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee. It cites his temper and disputed speakership defeat as factors, detailing his alleged refusals to cooperate with committees and his retreat from leadership roles.
The fragment critiques Mr Mills stance and Ulysses speech, arguing perseverance upholds honor while expedience falters. It warns against abandoning forthright virtue as society moves toward emulation and neglects past deeds. The text likens avoidance to a rusted monument and warns of being trampled in the rush of present trends.
National politics discusses an object lesson from showing off our warship in the harbor of Valparaiso. The piece argues there probably will be no war with Chili and frames the harbor display as both a warning and an artful exhibit of national interest.
A bold statement declares the aim to build the finest ships afloat with capital to run fleets of commerce vessels. The call emphasizes action and urgency, urging early achievement before the twentieth century gates ring in.
The Philadelphia Record notes the Michigan plan to select presidential electors by congressional districts, not a general ticket, drawing sharp criticism of gerrymandering and concerns it may threaten democratic principles. The piece argues the Michigan scheme differs from a gerrymander and contrasts it with admitting new states to influence the electorate.
The Detroit Free Press denounces President Harrison amid criticism of his stance on Michigan's legislature, arguing the electoral system misrepresents the popular vote. It notes Cleveland won by about 100,000 votes, challenging the notion of the majority's right to rule under Harrison's administration.
The Louisiana situation endangers Democratic counting of electoral votes as Republicans offer a $10,000,000 yearly treasury bribe. The sugar bounty and lottery battle split the party, with New Orleans entrenched but outside factions opposing the lottery. Adapting policy toward Mississippi Valley farmers could swing Indiana, Iowa, and Illinois, reshaping national alignment. A Mexican City post of the Grand Army of the Republic is reported with presidential approval.
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