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Newspaper
The Progressive Farmer
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1892
Page
5
A poem urging political reform and social justice asks if crafty elites, merchants, and preachers will earn a fairer system. It questions inequality, poverty, and press independence while demanding action rather than idle prayer, with repeated refrain Yes Some Day and references to Houghton in the National Economist.
A collage of kitchen instructions covers tomato and bread crumb prep, boiled asparagus on toast, veal stock, a chocolate loaf cake, puff paste, and a lobster salad with mustard, vinegar, oil, egg yolk paste, and shredded cabbage lettuce as a final touch.
In a newspaper office a visitor asks about the religious editor. The attendant explains he writes religious material and also daily race tips, noting the Tex Progressive Farmer is the people's champion and campaign priced at 40 cents.
Dialogue shows a father and son discussing Republican and Democratic allegiances, bankers, and voting. The son urges voting against both major parties by supporting the People's party, arguing wealth and power influence politics and banking. The piece ends with the father conceding and pledging to vote against the GOP or “burst a—” as the line trails off.
A cautionary Victorian essay urges engaged couples to assess character before marriage. It derides weak-minded notions of male dominance and superficial appeal of looks or money. It warns women against reforming men and lampoons idle expectations of home life and social vanity.
Frederick A. Luckenbach of Denver recounts a London contact Earnest Seyd revealing alleged Anglo American plots to demonetize silver. He swore to truth of the tale and described payments to influence U.S. legislative actions, in a Colorado affidavit filed May 9 before Clerk James A. Miller.
An elderly lady, offended by followers, scolds a maid. The parrot repeats dead wishes, alarming all. The vicar lends his parrot to correct speech, but the scene ends with the two birds trading phrases. The incident unsettles the household and underscores superstition.
A brief chat unfolds about a pony owned by Willie Winkers and his gentle, cheap to keep animal. The talk centers on the boy’s wishful thoughts and the father’s professed generosity, ending with the notion that Willie has a nice papa.
A stocky young Briton from Yorkshire recounts his unnerving first night in an American sleeping car in Canada. He discovers curtains, a blinking snores, and a berth occupied by a surprised woman, while he misreads a berths assignment and receives puzzled help from a porter.
A traveler recounts climbing into a bed hoisted by porter in a crowded scene with a amused, forgiving lady nearby. Laughter follows as the Briton jokes about his awkward exploit. Cupid and a polite couple share a playful moment as voices soften and the man resumes whistling softly.
Fraternally, W.S. Barnes secretary treasurer announces any county or sub alliance may hire a lecturer deemed unsurpassed in the state. Applicants should contact him to arrange terms including travel expenses and a small service fee. The notice is issued by the N. C. F. S. A. secrecy remains in conveyance.
Notice from the State Alliance stating officers invited to speak must cover their own expenses. The State Alliance will pay only when performing regular work. Brethren are requested to note and arrange accordingly. Signed by Barnes, Secretary-Treasurer, North Carolina Federation of Farmers.
The sixth annual meeting of the Tobacco Association of the State will be held in Morehead City on July 5, 1892. The key topic is the tobacco exhibit for the World's Fair, with farmers manufacturers and dealers urged to participate. Delegates are requested from county alliances via the tobacco section for reduced travel and lodging. Governor Elias Carr and other leaders will attend. provide delegate names.
Communications to the Executive Committee of the State Alliance of North Carolina go to Capt. 8 B Alexander chair Raleigh NC care of W S Barnes secretary treasurer By order of Executive Committee Secy Treas NC F B A
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