Progressive Farmer Adopts Reform Tone Amid Campaign Rhetoric
The Progressive Farmer, official organ of the North Carolina Farmers State Alliance, urges education for children and the public to combat slander campaigns. It notes political maneuverings by Ashe Ingalls Co and reflects on editorials calling for civic duty, schooling, and duty to state. The piece emphasizes literacy, moral instruction, and active engagement in public life for future generations.
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Col. Polk
Atlanta Jornal
Georgia
On the Warpath Over Press and Politics in North Carolina
A reader letter critiques the News and Observer and other papers for bias in wartime politics, accusing editors of misrepresentation and slander. The note recalls past disputes over Col. Polk and the Alliance, and defends Farm center coverage and official statements amid editorial feuds.
MUST BE ALLIANCEMEN
A Brussels dispatch reports the International Labor Congress committee on legislation pledging workers in all empires not to support public-force dictates, to back labor reform, and to back isolation urged by workers. Delegates show sympathy with advanced ideas. the time nears when workers across lines will oppose money lords and push peaceful reform to avert bloodshed.
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Alliance Insurance Appeal proposes small contributions
A dated plea urges Alliances to adopt a cooperative fire and loss fund. Each Sub Alliance would contribute small amounts, from 5 to 50 cents, proportional to losses, to aid members suffering damage. The plan envisions voluntary, pro rata support without cost unless a loss occurs.
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Sub-Treasury debate notes with Capt Ashe and editor
An interview with Capt Ashe features questions from Mr Bilkins about the Sub-Treasury plan, editorials, and alliance politics. The dialogue touches on publication of letters, journalistic fairness, and warnings against traitors, with references to the Progressive Farmer and News and Observer publications and alliances in North Carolina.
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Misunderstanding over Polk stamp remarks and Sub Treasury plan
The News and Observer responds to an article by Bro. F. Ashton of Franklin county claiming Polk’s stance on the stamp is misrepresented. It notes Polk has stated the Sub-Treasury bill as drawn is dead and that financial reform is the main issue, asserting the Sub-Treasury plan is the remedy for replacing the national banking system.
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Virginia
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Franklin County
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Washington
Editorial attacks Polk as Sub Treasury battle shifts target
A North Carolina newspaper column pivots from supporting the Sub-Treasury to attacking Col Polk. It claims the News and Observer misuses influence and labels Polk unsafe, noting historical slander and political intrigues. The piece warns the Alliance ship may sink if the tone continues.
Circulars and intrigues ripple through North Carolina alliances
The document reveals political infighting over a circulating circular tied to the News and Observer. It accuses editors of paid spying within the Southern Alliance and questions the News and Observer’s honesty. It includes a copy of a circular favoring the Farmers Alliance, treasury reform, repeal of the internal revenue system, and tariff support, urging white North Carolinians to unite for prosperity while criticizing deflections and depravity in press coverage. The executive committee report notes a Teachers Assembly Hall dispute linked to the State Alliance meeting in Morehead City.
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Teachers' Assembly Moves Hall Benches to Farmers' Alliance
The Teachers' Assembly fitted up Hall for a Farmers' Alliance gathering and moved many assembly benches, with rent and payment disputes noted. Daniel Bell of Morehead is named, and the issue centers on hall use and alleged malicious fits.
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