28 Feb 1893
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Newspaper
The Progressive Farmer
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1893
Page
1
A sprawling factional report lists officers and boards for the Farmers Alliance and related groups, naming Marion Butler as president and L. Loucks as chairman. It frames partisan tensions, critiques of Democratic policies, and calls for silver coinage, canal ownership by the U.S. government, and opposition to private bonds.
Fragmentary political commentary from a mid 19th century press noting tariff as a campaign issue. It critiques Democratic and Republican platforms, claims manipulation by party representatives, and alleges failed legislation and empty promises by lawmakers before adjournment.
In Windsor on February 16 1893 the Bertie County Farmers Alliance met at the courthouse. Resignations and a new road bill were discussed while a six percent tax proposal drew support to urge the legislature. A preamble urged restoring silver coinage and condemned the administration for calling an international conference.
This prize essay by J M Meyer extols the Jersey cow as a premier dairy breed from Jersey Island. It details its uses beyond dairy, including meat and hides, and praises its beauty, stamina, milk yield, and longevity. The piece notes typical size, aging, calving cadence, and distinctive features from color to horn shape.
A letter from G. T. Baines reports the Alliance remains active in Oakland North County. He notes a speech by Bro J T Hoover on April progress, cites education through The Progressive Farmer and Birkins, and mentions about 70 Alliance members with an April county meeting and a large dinner planned.
A Cincinnati Artisan editorial argues the United States should build own and operate the Nicaragua canal rather than guarantee bonds or partner with private firms. It stresses national commerce security and government ownership as the best path for a key interoceanic waterway.
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