Wages Rise From Di ngley Bill Influence
A question on how soon labor wages may increase under the influence of the Dingley Bill, reflecting contemporary concerns about labor costs and legislative impact on workers and employers.
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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1897
Page
11
Movement to Ask McEnery to Lead State Democracy
The query questions whether a plan exists to petition McEnery for leadership of the State Democracy in the upcoming campaign or if a referenced article in the States was merely a distractor.
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McEnery
Bacon price rise linked to Dingley Bill debate
A reader questions the rationale behind increasing bacon prices due to the Dingley Tariff Act. The note asks whether America mainly imports or exports bacon and urges newspapers to monitor this trade line more closely.
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America
Louisiana Democracy Defies Leaders in Last State Election
The Democracy of Louisiana rejects dictates from Farrar, Krutt schnitt and Parker who led the ticket and suffered an ignominious defeat in the most recent state election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisiana
Farrar
Kruttschnitt
Parker
Let the Constitutional convention fight be made against old politicians
A call to oppose veteran politicians in the upcoming constitutional convention, urging voters to ensure the new document serves the people’s interests rather than established figures. The message emphasizes replacing old leadership with reform-minded delegates.
State Press Calls for Constitutional Convention Against Penitentiary Base
In a call to action, a state newspaper urges humane citizens to join in a united campaign against the penitentiary base and to seek a constitutional convention to ban the savage practice. The plea emphasizes moral duty and public reform.
Progress letter on forming a Democratic Press Association
The Progress questions Capt Mc Grath s push to organize a Democratic Press Association for the constitutional fight. It suggests he should call for papers seeking new blood and leaders but notes Baton Rouge Truth editor Mc Grath previously said there are many kinds of Democrats in Louisiana and warns of potential harmful effects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McGrath
Democratic Press Association
Baton Rouge
Louisiana
New Orleans editor shot by ex judge Whittaker
Saturday D C O Malley owner of the New Orleans City Item was dangerously shot by ex Judge F E S Whittaker. O Malley claimed retreating when fired upon. Judge Finnegan released Whittaker on bail of 5000. The incident stemmed from recent accusations against Whittaker by the City Item. The Progress questions police response and editorial stance.
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D. C. O'Malley
New Orleans
Whittaker
O'Malley
Finnegan
City Item
Times-Democrat
Gaster
Democracy of Louisiana Figures Reflect a Ruinous Past
Parker, Farrar, Krutt schnitt and Zacharie are recalled as symbols of failed efforts within the Democracy of Louisiana, epitomizing a period marked by defeat and rout rather than achievement. The passage emphasizes how these names now symbolize memory rather than influence.
State’s Fosterism Declared Dead By Opposition
A sharp critique proclaims Fosterism dead despite efforts by the Fitzpatrick ring and even if convicts were pardoned and enlisted under its banner. The passage emphasizes the vigor of opposition and the enduring decline of the policy.
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Fitzpatrick Ring
Democratic Leader Senator George of Mississippi Dies
The Democratic party mourns the loss of a statesman and leader, Senator George of Mississippi, as the United States Senate notes the absence of one of its most conspicuous figures over the past eighteen months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
George
Mississippi
United States Senate
Duel in High Life: Prince Henry of Orleano Fights Count of Turin
In France on Sunday Prince Henry of Orleano and Victor Emanuel Count of Turin dueled with swords after criticisms of the Italian army. The five round engagement left Henry wounded thrice while the Count's injuries were minor. Henry, reported as a New York Herald and Paris Figaro correspondent, recovered and shook the Count’s hand after the exam.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Prince Henry
Orleano
Victor Emanuel
Turin
Taly
New York Herald
Paris Figaro
Also Mentioned on This Page
C.D. Hicks
S. T. Abpporrt
D. Hicks
Shreveport
Milam Street
Market
Spring
Journal
Caddo Parish Farmers Alliance
Jackals
Senator McEnery
Mr. D.C. O'Malley
Parker, Farrar, Kruttschnitt
Zacharie
Heenry Rose
Texas Street
Andrew Querbes
Grocer
Commerce $ Street
Corner
Milam
Shreveport, Louisiana
Lone Star Lumber Co
Lims
Shreveport Lumber Company
McNeil and Lake Sts
West End Wood Yard
P. A. Johnson, Manacer
Allen & Currey
Texas Road
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