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Newspaper
The Progressive Farmer
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1893
Page
2
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Condensed from News and Observer and State Chronicle. Commentary on Brussels Monetary Conference, Masonic Grand Lodge gathering in Raleigh, Geo M Pullman’s $100000 addition for a daughter’s wedding, land prices and Battle’s farm, and praise for the last legislature’s school funding. Mentions Rev Cobb and the Baptist Almanac, Polk portrait, and cross party shifts in Nebraska. Questions about Democratic Senate majority and People's party influence emerge as harvest prospects loom.
Hon A Leazar of Iredell county asserts the Alliance has entered politics, citing the State Alliance adoption of the St Louis platform by a sweeping majority. He notes most willing to abide the majority, recalling Jefferson and Jackson as historical precedents for principled action.
A heated exchange questions the Omaha and St. Louis platform choices and says the National Alliance may outpace Democratic principles. The speaker asserts the Alliance’s current platform holds more pure democracy than thirty years of Democratic and Republican platforms combined, challenging Mr Leazar and others to disprove the claim.
The city of Wilmington allegedly seeks about 200000 back taxes from the Wilmington and Weldon Railroad Company. Aldermen reportedly offer lawyers 50000 if they press and recover the tax. Taxpayers question the fairness and urge scrutiny of such large fees. There will be lively debate if this business proceeds.
The paper endorses Elias Carr’s inauguration with warm hope for an honest capable administration. It notes agreement with some views, respect for his integrity, and a commitment to support Carr and new officials in advancing worthy state enterprises.
Wake County Alliance met at In Wood Church near Raleigh amid harsh weather. Delegates reported sickness delayed reports. Capt R J Powell represented the A M College Alliance and read a communication from J C Scarborough. Powell offered resignation as County Business Agent. J H W Goodwin elected to complete term. An open letter from President Butler was read and adopted. The State Relief Plan was discussed. Visitors from Swift Creek Alliance joined a dining session before adjourning to a wall meeting in Raleigh on the fourth Thursday in February.
Governor Holt issues proclamation summoning a State Public Road Congress in Raleigh on January 19 1893 based on input from editors mayors farmers and business leaders. Delegates from up to 39 counties have been named with inaugural ceremonies for the governor elect on January 18 and low railroad rates promised. The Progressive Farmer urges full attendance and orderly preparation for a meeting of great magnitude and expected results.
The Fayetteville dry goods merchant F W Thornton failed for 225 000, cited as an indicator of coming good times. The piece links the failure to hard times and low prices, argues the election results may not head off business failures, and urges reform to improve conditions.
The piece argues NC election laws allow fraud and cites a tabled bill to require county commissioners to appoint competent poll holders. It urges prompt remedies, denouncing past practices of appointing dissolute black and white men, and asserts ballot purity and voter intelligence protect liberty and the republic.
The State Chronicle weighs in on French affairs and American finance arguing that the Sub-Treasury bill favors bondholders over farmers. It questions Gov Holt’s stance on rural credit and rail commissions while noting a tense, unsettled political climate in France with reformers facing a possible conflict.
The letter argues National banking is flawed and State banks offer no remedy. It warns that state legislation would worsen financial ruin and asserts there are capable legislators who should block such laws. The writer calls for open discussion on these vital, society wide issues.
The editor of a church organ is mistaken about visiting legislators belonging to a party and offers their views on what the legislature should do. The tale asks if church and Alliance organs should avoid partisan politics.
Advertisers in the Amerian Agriculturist boast a grand James River estate near a railroad station, selling for less than building costs as Virginia shares in widespread prosperity. The piece urges readers to act, reading and educating themselves as the Progressive Farmer warns of an imminent crisis and calls for active Alliance involvement.
A correction clarifies that R. J. Powell ran an independent business, not the Alliance store. The Biblical Recorder previously said the Alliance had assigned liabilities of about five thousand dollars. the store carried no Alliance stock, and the State Alliance or county agency were not responsible.
Fayetteville author Mr Duncan Rose argues in the State Chronicle that State banks mirror the national system, offering no real public benefit. He asserts profits remain unchanged, more money in banking won’t help, and calls for higher prices through broader wealth distribution, not opposition to banks as currently framed.
Six years after its start the Bureau of Labor Statistics faces criticism for lacking power and usefulness. Proponents say it merely gathers voluntary data, while officials question its value and cost. The writer argues the bureau should be stopped and funds redirected.
Governor Holt argues the financial low mood stems from high tariffs and the banking system. He says national banks and bonded debt shape currency, urging economical reform and reduced pension costs to ease debt. He warns State banks would entrench financial slavery rather than aid the people.
Ex Governor Humphrey of Kansas critiques tariff blame focusing on silver as the core issue. He argues the cry for an honest dollar favors silver or paper, not tariff, noting wide use of silver globally and urging West pride against money-lenders. He links Republican apathy to disagreements over the dollar.
An editorial about Mr. Sherrill's bill provokes critics and exposes a claim that the State Chronicle editor sees snakes. The piece notes a Capital Club member and recounts a January fire in a club room said to be caused by a refrigerator, questioning the incident amid cold weather.
A fragmented excerpt discusses the Progressive Press’s stance on Sherrill’s bank bill and its potential benefits to the people. It notes Third Party gains and Democrats preparing for political battles, urging consolidation as party influence wanes.
A long reader letter discusses promises and policy, arguing for American issuance of currency tied to taxation and Treasury notes. It cites historical funds and warns readers of partisan tactics, urging continued subscription renewals and local engagement.
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