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Newspaper
The Progressive Farmer
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1892
Page
4
J H Trolunger argues for broad financial reforms over restraints on private displays in North Carolina. He praises Vanderbilt investments and rail jobs, warns against monopolies and harsh tariffs, and urges free schooling while urging balanced money supply to curb labor exploitation. He envisions a middle road supporting circulation through private investments.
A resolution from Mr. Kipyrox notes brother N P Short lost his dwelling and nearly all contents in a fire. It requests each Sub-Alliance in the state to contribute 25 cents for Short's aid and send funds to the Secretary of Mt Airy Alliance. Resolutions are to be published in The Progressive Farmer.
Hon Marion Butler and S O Wilson addressed a large audience in Whiteville on the 25th, detailing State Alliance principles and reform aims. The event drew praise for Butler and Wilson as a productive pair, with Dr Culbreth noting Butler’s Senate work. Aresville Alliance passed a resolution confirming J W Bowen as in good standing and requesting aid after Bowen lost his horse, with remittances directed to C G Waters, Beaufort County.
The Secretary of Keener Union Sampson county reports to The Progressive Farmer and Caucasian that cotton farmers should buy guano for cotton payments on a basis of 200 pounds for kainit 225 pounds for acid phosphate and 325 pounds for standard brands J D Ezz u Sec y
A fragment from Toisnot Alliance No 896 notes a decision to split the alliance into two lodges to improve member attendance. It states 20 to 30 old lodge members will vote only for candidates endorsing the Ocala demands and closes with a fraternal sign-off from J D Mears Allianceman.
In Shinnsville Iredell County North Carolina Epior Chapel Alliance No 1417 endorses Wardville Alliance relief fund. If five cents per capita quarterly is not enough ten cents per quarter should be raised. The fund insures every brother against losses and ensures payment of five or ten cents per quarter. The Ocala platform is endorsed by Chapel Alliance and Col L L Polk and J L Ramsey of The Progressive Farmer are commended for supporting the farmer against Wall Street and money kings.
The writer states a desire to avoid personal war with Bro Henry while opposing national banks and endorsing Ocala demands. He argues Congress will not abolish banks now, predicts bills will be pigeonholed, and calls for action to move national banks out of the system despite political obstacles. He references Cleveland’s era and Republican credit prior policies.
In a political letter, W H Schoolfield rebukes a resolution urging repeal of the national banking act and calls for Congress to address tangible reforms. He argues lawmakers will misrepresent demands if not pressed to act, notes the Senate's Republican tilt, and suggests the need for clearer consensus and accountability across national and state banking law.
G R McPherSON urges laborers and worthy men to abandon party prejudice and vote for principled candidates from President to Constable in November 1892. He asks voters to choose leaders who fear God, respect people, defend freedom, and enact laws restoring blood bought independence and liberties. Fraternally signed.
Delegates declare full endorsement of the Ocala Farmers Alliance and Industrial Union platform. They resolve not to elect any St Louis delegate not in accord with these demands, and to forward copies to the St Louis convention and to Tax PROGRESSIVE FARMER, introduced by J Parker.
In Swain County North Carolina at a regular meeting of the Swain County Alliance No 1748 resolutions were unanimously adopted. We declare our purpose to stand squarely on the platform of the National Farmers Alliance and Industrial Union and ask delegates at St Louis not to pledge support to any party that does not support that platform. A copy of these resolutions will be sent to The Progressive Farmer for publication. Signed John P Groson Secretary.
The article surveys cotton and wheat prices, noting record low cotton and underused wheat amid global shortages. It attributes the causes to overproduction, under-consumption, tariff, silver question, futures, trusts, and the financial system, arguing the root evil lies in faulty finance. It also reports the John A Salzer Seed Co succession with Henry A Salzer taking over, following his father’s death, and a formal company note from Joan A. Seed Co.
Minutes from unions including Rockfish Concord Mount Zion Piney Grove and Chinquepin Alliances at Ward school house January 16 1892 record pledges to support silver coinage the Sub Treasury plan and Ocala demands. Delegates endorse Ocala platform condemn partisan press and urge publication in reform papers. Signed by H Helmstetler secretary and J A Borrarock president with C A Mitchell secretary pro tem.
J T H Warr of Liberty County Georgia writes to Mr Epiter proposing a Cotton Alliance to unite farmers under self government, control of gin seed, and social pressure to reduce cotton acreage by 20 percent. He argues overproduction harms the South, favors provisions, and foresees hardship in 1893 but hopes for relief and unity.
Dr. C. W. Macune and Ohio State Grange Master Brigham argued against futures manipulation in Congress. They urged producers control of prices, cited drought losses, and condemned speculators, banks, and press pressure while praising producers’ resolve to safeguard their interests.
In warm weather spores of fungi and pests awaken from last year's leaves and debris. Farmers are urged to burn diseased rubbish rather than plow under to make humus. Do not leave infected material as it will spread disease. burn and return ashes to land.
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