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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1894
Page
4
A Shreveport issue from November 24 1894 features a printed opinion page denouncing plutocracy and Cleveland era politics. It rails against ballot stuffing and calls for a governor chosen by farmers and laborers, urging lower interest rates and fair elections. It lists party leaders and notes the author’s harsh critique of current governance.
A lengthy, partisan attack on election fraud and the Force Bill, claiming ballot stuffing by Democrats and neglect by Southern leaders. The piece discusses cotton prices, Northern investment, and racial politics, arguing that the South bears the burden of fraud while calling for reform and noting high interest rates and financial strain. It laments a lack of civic courage among the “best people” and urges farmers in DeSoto parish to meet to address financial stringency.
An appeal letter from a New Orleans hospital requests support from Governor Murphy J. Poster and the state, citing free treatment for the poor across parishes since 1889. The letter notes 172,555 consultations and 2,000 Louisiana outside-New Orleans patients, asking for annual contributions to sustain its expansion and services.
The Second Methodist church dedication concludes a year of effort led by Rev. H. W. Rickey who paid debt and improved the building. The pastor is praised for devotion and effectiveness. Elegant trials offered by Frank Servich. City politics and support for Chief Rogers discussed in wary tone.
Rail lines advertise home seekers trips to Indiana Ohio Michigan with one fare round trip. Dates include Oct 17 Nov 1 1804 and Oct 26 Nov 6 for broader routes and 20 to 30 day returns. Holiday Southeast tickets at one fare. Also Shreveport Ly Nurseries announce sale and packing sheds openings November 1 with available nursery stock and planting guidance.
The fragmentary ad notes a local notice referencing Orl ie Bal dayn of Sh and a small event. Readable text is limited. no clear date, place, or purpose is discernible beyond a terse public notice style.
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