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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1895
Page
4
Fragments show a Gratiot County Printing Company issue from Alma dated Friday August 25 with officers listed including M. Everden as president. The text appears garbled but references editorial roles and local governance items.
Excerpt discusses political pendulums and party longevity, contrasting historic single party rule with two well organized modern parties. It argues fortunes swing based on election results and societal factors, predicting alternating presidential power and shifting political gravity between parties.
Official records show total income tax collected of 77000 with collection costs of 880000, far exceeding the amount raised. It notes the expense was largely due to efforts to collect the whole tax, with a net loss to the government of over 850000 and no final 877000 refund.
The vice president travels to Alaska signaling a bold move by a Democratic statesman as a strategic retreat from party politics with a strong geographic divider between him and the national stage.
Statistics show a large portion of trade with Canada has shifted to Great Britain due to the current tariff policy. This is presented as a drawback of democratic rule and noted as an example of how democracy can be obnoxious.
William C. Whitney would have a better chance at securing the next presidential nomination if the party could forget that he bears greater responsibility than any other man for Cleveland's second term.
The American people show concern less about a potential third term and more about the remaining duration of Cleveland's second term, with focus on the presidential tenure ahead and effects on governance.
Ohio Democrats gather in Springfield this week as Senator Brice seeks to control the convention, shaping whether the gubernatorial nominee will be ex-Governor Campbell or another candidate.
A long, personal letter from Dr J Downey, formerly of Alma, recounts changing plans, community ties, and updates on relatives across Oregon and California. He mentions Clark, Castor, the Downey household, farm work, and weather while detailing farming prospects and local visits.
A New Yorker recalls Mackinaw trout fights in Lake Michigan with light tackle, arguing the fish surpasses salmon in strength. The article details gear, line, and technique to pursue this powerful freshwater game fish and notes the trout’s challenging fight at depths of 50 to 100 feet.
A fragmented report notes strong debate over restoring the whipping post in New York. The piece hints at political maneuvering and public interest while referencing various media mentions and opinions from different cities.
Fragmented account describes origins of canaries, their spread from Europe to Canary Islands, and traits. It notes color varieties, breeding in captivity, and the market value of different types. Mentions breeders, traders, and shows in Crystal City with emphasized descriptions of birds.
General J A Beaver argues for a highway plan using county control supplemented by state aid. He cites urban areas with wealthy districts easily funding roads and farming regions where property value and tax burdens differ. The proposal references New Jersey’s act of 1901 and urges uniform standards to connect cities towns and villages.
Health Protective Association ladies imitate New York project to demonstrate clean street standards on Twelfth Street between Chestnut and Walnut. Philadelphia club Century clad clubhouse hosts event to highlight women’s civic role and neatness. Misse Seavel Darlington, daughter of ex Congressman Darlington, pursues law career amid early pre war examinations.
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