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Newspaper
The Progressive Farmer
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1897
Page
2
The fragment notes a labeling detail about an ant related to value on a label and connects to geese as a contextual reference. The exact meaning is unclear but centers on labeling and value associations between ants and geese.
An editorial critiques Senator Skinner and other lawmakers, urging members of the legislature to repudiate gold policies and push for work in Washington. It discusses figures like Pritchard, Hanna, Tyson, Butler, and Skinner, warns of bank closures, and argues for workers over leaders in government. It references economic conditions and political maneuvering shaping current debates.
A Raleigh report details Senator Pritchard’s letter to Col. Harry Skinner dated December 10 outlining support for silver by international agreement or independent action and farmer credit reform. The piece critiques his shifts from free coinage to gold standard and warns of betrayals by Populists. it notes a caucus move against Pritchard and a forthcoming blacklist of sympathizers.
Populist representatives met in caucus at the Capital Friday night. About one third withdrew to form a separate caucus and condemn what they call the gag rule used by the majority. They accuse the majority of restricting discussion on the Senatorial question and demanding short speaking times.
Washington Tribune quotes Senator Sherman opposing Pritchard on silver while keeping his reelection interests. The piece argues loyal Populists must resist money power influence and predicts a Republican betrayal could ruin the party. A local anecdote cites a magistrate misplacing Moore's Poems, mocking sworn testimony.
A Wilkesboro Chronicle editorial argues Congress should abandon piecemeal private pension measures and provide universal pension coverage instead, claiming lawmakers focus on restoring confidence while leaving wide sections without secure retirement support.
The piece questions shifting loyalties among Cabarrus Sheriff Sims and other leaders as they back Pritchard in a reelection bid. It notes Democrats, Populists, and Republicans alignments, calls out promises kept or broken, and suggests money power influences the strategy around Raleigh.
A London Titles tale recounts a Sunday School fund scheme where boys donate half a crown apiece and repay profits after a month. Johnnie earns a second crown, showing business flair, while Thomas loses his half crown after a fight with Johnnie, ending with a playful moral.
Massachusetts municipal results show Lynn elects W L Rimedeil as mayor by about 1 940 after 3000 McKinley votes in the city. The wave of prosperity did not reach Lynn shoemakers who cut wages despite the presidential majority.
Reports from Chicago describe massive bank failures trapping millions of dollars for both rich and poor. The Missouri World notes high real estate costs denying workers homes with gardens and cows, while laborers struggle to pay rent and save. The National Bank of Sl dre at Chicago suspends operations.
The author argues for government ownership of banks to prevent suspensions and failures, suggesting that winter and scams reduce private bank profits. A state bank could cover sudden deposit demands by shifting funds between banks, reducing tax burdens and stabilizing the system.
The piece argues the Advance Prophet of Prosperity fails to halt U S economic tumbles across banks and industries. It hopes for change under McKinley and Republican governance, urging patience until March and endorsing free silver views only if the party delivers on promises.
The Kansas City Times lauds McKinley for "magnificent leadership" from the State Capitol to Canton under Mark Hanna. It notes his reluctance to state currency views and credits Hanna with shaping ready made opinions while praising his campaign discipline.
The Charlotte Observer argues that the $500 state appropriation for the governor’s inauguration ball is wasteful. It notes private contributions cover the ball and suggests redirecting funds to education, saying $500 could fund four schools for four months reaching about 200 children.
A collage of 19th century editorial voice snippets quoting reform papers and party platforms. Items reference free silver support, government bonds, labor unrest, bank failures, and anti-corruption stances. Notable lines discuss Fatty, Cuba insurrection, Alliance opposition to fraud, and municipal finance shifts in Glasgow and Tulare County.
A drunken passenger mocks the conductor with phonetic stabs and laughter during a city streetcar trip. He misnames the conductor and insists the joke lies in the stove fire going out without paying fare, provoking continuous comedic delirium.
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