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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1893
Page
7
The president urges Congress to review departmental reports detailing executive work and key topics. He highlights tariff, the Sherman Law, and civil service issues, and supplements the State of the Union with concise recommendations and notable executive matters.
President reviews foreign policy from arbitration efforts with Argentina and Brazil to neutrality in internal conflicts. He cites the Chilean asylum issue, Geary law implications, and ongoing treaties with Norway, Russia, and Great Britain while noting efforts in Nicaragua and Congo slave trade suppression.
The postmaster general reports a fiscal year with a larger deficit than expected as postal revenues lag behind expenditures. Earlier forecasts of a surplus collapsed, with current estimates showing a near eight million dollar shortfall. Also noted are national banks: 8,798 banks totaling $605.56 million in capital and a $36.89 million net circulation rise.
The document outlines pension totals with 966 012 names on the rolls as of June 1893, adding 128 634 and dropping 33 690 that year. It discusses Hawaii's constitutional issues, Blount's inquiry, and efforts to restore status quo, plus currency reforms and the need for prudent financial planning and a broader monetary conference. It also notes Indians numbered about 248 000 with 110 000 adopting civilized customs and 1 000 000 acres allotted to 10 000 individuals, along with appropriations of 7 954 962.99 for the Indian Bureau.
The president commends Secretary Morton for economy and outlines USDA efforts to stamp out contagious diseases. Animal pathology advanced but needs expansion. U.S. agricultural exports reached about 800 million dollars in the year ending June 30 1892, about 78.7 percent of total exports, up from 75.1 percent previously.
The attorney general's annual report urges ending the fee system for U S attorneys and judges. It notes Army strength at 25 778 enlisted and 1411 officers, with 51 966 74 39 total expenses for 1893 including public works for rivers harbors and fortifications. Militia totals reach 112 597. reforms aim to reorganize the army for efficiency without increasing cost. Coast defenses expand with nine 11 inch guns, 20 10 inch, 34 8 inch guns planned. rifle modernization underway at Springfield. Chickamauga Gettysburg parks progress and battlefield preservation continue.
President Cleveland calls for instant tariff reduction with strict economy to ease government revenue needs and relieve the burden on citizens. He endorses a comprehensive reform plan including lower duties on essential goods and open access to raw materials, with targeted internal taxes to stabilize finances.
The passage argues that tying compensation of court officials to case volume creates conflicts with justice and risks improper public spending. It proposes simultaneous reform to shift petty offense handling under internal revenue law to improve criminal law administration.
The secretary of the navy reports a gratifying naval condition and progress in vessel construction. Demands for cruising ships rise due to protecting American interests in Nicaragua to Brazil and Honolulu station. Delays stem from armor delivery but now armor arrives promptly. The president urges completing existing ships before starting new ones.
The President voices strong support for civil service benefits and the faithful enforcement of civil service laws. He notes improved efficiency at free delivery post offices and credits the postmaster general and union cooperation for progress. He emphasizes the rise in public service usefulness and the elevated political tone it brings.
The khedive of Egypt arrived in Ismailia on December 4 to inaugurate the railway linking Ismailia with Port Said. Ceremonies marked the opening as the line connects Suez canal headquarters at Ismailia with the Mediterranean entrance.
Rebel fort Villegaigno in Rio de Janeiro Bay near Sergipe entrance is almost completely ruined by fire from Forts on the coast. The clash reports indicate heavy damage and ongoing fire in the area as authorities assess the wreckage and strategic impact.
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