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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1897
Page
2
The Progress backs Republican tariff measures once McKinley is seated, arguing for prosperity promised by plutocrats if gold rules America. It questions who cares for others’ glory and claims honor belongs to the man who can remove the crown of thorns from the brow of Tabor.
The piece argues that four years ahead aspirants for governor must see that Con ss must secure silver gains to avoid shaping the next state campaign. It claims silver was betrayed by supposed friends and suffered in the current contest, but future supporters will rally to it with renewed vigor, likening them to Foster and Blanchard to restore its prominence.
A fragmented early 20th century plea urges Louis journalism to rise above party hacks. The speaker pleads editors and proprietors to embody skill, brain, and independence. Emphasizes fair, independent leadership and eschewing phonograph lobbies and cliques to regain public trust.
A patriotic discourse laments the American nation’s failure to protect its people as General Lee resigns, prompting themes of duty, honor, and national crisis. The piece calls for unity and renewed commitment to the republic amid controversy and public sentiment.
The Beacon News and Iberville South quote editors criticizing a Blanchard Supreme Court appointment as a political debt. Shreveport Progress notes Foster would name Blanchard, while Baton Rouge Advocate pegs Blanchard as no better than Foster. Public opinion in North Louisiana seems divided and weary of both candidates.
The article argues small factories are vital to a city’s growth, stating three firms with $25,000 each can be more beneficial than one with $75,000. It asserts towns seeking growth should develop small factories, and notes Shreveport’s current stance.
A commission reports on a proposed stave, barrel, and butter tub plant, detailing a $25,000 project with weekly payroll of 3600 to 5800 dollars. The board of trade backs a $32,000 bonus, hoping to recruit the plant to Shreveport and boost local employment as the city continues rapid growth.
A child recounts a loss in a simple verse about a baby sister lost to heaven. The speaker recalls cradle hair black eyes and a desire to visit the baby's house, hoping God will let the sister visit someday.
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