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Newspaper
The Progressive Farmer
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1893
Page
6
In this letter James B Lloyd urges adoption of the Swiss style initiative and referendum to allow people to draft laws and vote directly. He argues it would curb corruption, ensure equal justice, and give citizens a stronger voice in legislative matters, asking the editor to discuss the topic for readers.
A Clinton Caucasian editorial argues that national papers praise farmers while opposing reforms. It warns road improvements won't curb banker and speculator profits and urges vigilance against money power steering public opinion.
President Loucks argues the National Farmers Alliance is a distinctly political, non-partisan educational body. He urges discussing all platform planks and state issues while remaining independent of any party, urging members to support or reject demands based on merit. He cites the Democratic Club and Republican League as partisan contrasts and endorses the People’s Party as the best tool for their aims.
H L Loucks argues for turning farmers toward education in government to unite with organized labor and press demands into law. He promotes a nonpartisan committee to discuss and promote political reforms, aiming to erase special class privileges and preserve the republic and free institutions.
Practical guidance for farmers on pasture costs hog management and profitability. Advice on sowing clover sod protecting boars eliminating wasteful plowing costs, selecting creamery ice storage, manure timing, horse care, poultry housing, and efficient wintering. Breeds and notes on egg layers and egg production.
The article urges liberal feeding and warm well ventilated barns for dairy cattle in winter. It recommends early rising for dairymen, butter factory use to boost profits, and meticulous cleanliness from feeding to final packing. Proper utensil cleaning with boiling water soda and rinses is emphasized.
An old advertisement proclaims Brown's Iron Bitters to cure dyspepsia indigestion and general debility. It promotes the tonic as a remedy for stomach distress and weakness with bold claims of restorative effects.
A railroad worker, barred by blacklisting, reveals a cascade of losses after job firings and the death of his wife and children. He confesses no crime beyond robbery and asks no mercy as an old magistrate offers quiet humanity.
The New York Journal of Commerce notes how the National Cordage Company waters its stock and plans a dividend by doubling the common stock before Christmas. Investors who bought two years ago under 80 see dividends rise from 8 to 12 percent, signaling a likely move in Cordage shares. Capitalists show weak subscription to the Nicaragua canal project, while Panama canal losses deter canal enthusiasm.
Editorial contrasts Jay Gould to a fallen figure of wealth and power. It portrays Gould as a symbol of systemic injustice through his railroads frauds and manipulation of markets while noting his social polish and ruthless influence. The piece cites the science journal remark on alcoholism as part of a broader critique.
A list of marriage notices from Forsyth, Granville, Wake, Franklin, Durham, Halifax, Northampton, Rowan, Iredell, Rockingham and other counties. Entries name bride and groom, county of residence, date in December 1892, and officiating ministers.
A collage of marriage announcements in 1892 from Greensboro to Durham and Littleton, plus alliance notices. It includes Nash and Johnston county Farmers Alliance meetings, officer reports, and reminders for the January 1893 sessions with details on locations and involved officials.
Notice references Secretaries and Business Agents and urges use of tinted stationery to save delays. Mentions Guy V Barnes job printer in Raleigh and a book listing federal offices with method of appointment. References include Progressive Farmer and Uncle Sam gift.
Wanted a lady with thorough knowledge and typewriting to teach in a school and Latin and fish brands. Also seeking a live energetic man to canvass collect sewing machines. offer to run a wagon and bond of $51. Prompt payment and a splendid tract of money making opportunity. Address THE SINGER WANG Co J H Harley Wilmington 3.
An advertisement for Thompson School and Business in Siler City North Carolina offers Spring Term courses in Classical, English and Business, plus a Teachers course at reduced price. Limited board at $1 a month. Catalogs and details available from principal J A W Thompson.
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