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Newspaper
The Progressive Farmer
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1894
Page
2
A 19th century style appeal urges correspondents to publish concise, single sided letters. It stresses practical results and personal bylines, asks readers to sign with real names, and notes advertisers should be mentioned as seen in the Progressive Farmer. The note ends with a Polk era quotation and date.
Editorial notes report Bro Don J Sanders of Burgaw appointed organizer for the Fourth Alliance district. Also covered are weekly business failures per Dun and Co, poultry exhibitors Kerr and Hedge, thefts of raccoon traps in Pocosin, and ongoing “Only a Tramp” chapters by G E Kestler.
The piece defends the Alliance’s ongoing mission to educate, foster goodwill, improve people mentally morally and financially, and promote cooperation. It argues critics claim its work is finished, notes political betrayal by defectors, and cites a Chicago Salvation Army Court parody labeling the Devil. It laments Cleveland as an accessory after the fact in covering rogues.
The Bland bill cleared the House by 168 to 129, with Populists voting yes and a cross-party mix of Republicans and Democrats approving. It contemplates coinage of about 55 million dollars in bullion backed by silver certificates, a move seen by critics as weak relief amid currency shortages. The piece notes potential Senate defeat or presidential veto and reflects on broader currency policy.
A discussion on hops, climate, and long roots in Europe and New York, noting persistence of crops and the idea of a North Carolina hop lead. The piece contrasts rainmakers advertising “No rain no pay” with a political twist “No reform no pay,” urging reform-minded urgency.
The hop yard should be in open air with free circulation and ample sunshine, protected from cold winds by hills or forests and away from late frosts and heavy fogs. Elevations or table lands with gentle undulation are preferred, while steep hillsides and wet land are to be avoided. Sandy loam soils with depth suit hops best, and fields productive for wheat and corn are also good hop land. A few strong statements on Congress and Voorhees contrast with the hop yard guidance.
The Republican Governor of Michigan has suspended the Republican Secretary of State, the State Treasurer, and the Land Commissioner, all members of the State Canvassing Board. They are charged with falsifying last year’s election returns on the constitutional amendment to raise salaries, including their own. Evidence allegedly shows county figures altered to show ratification when the vote actually rejected it, with Wayne County precincts inserting a leading 1 to inflate results by 100 votes. The officials contest removal while facing indictments alongside others, including the Attorney General for forgery and Wayne County Clerk for destroying records.
President Cleveland and Secretary Gresham vacation near Roanoke Island amid a chaotic scene with Bland's seigniorage bill. Amid the talk, Gresham complains to pass the bill while Cleveland questions the value, contrasting with Wall Street fears and a gun firing at a Cypress knee as the crew is ordered aboard. Judge Clark’s peanut trust article sparks “stirred up the animals” as trust representatives claim broken-up combinations and farmers benefit, while doubting the claims of profits.
Public sentiment in the South is described as healthier with fewer ballot box stuffing outrages. The piece argues that gold standard papers and railroad organs push misleading campaigns while voters grow wiser. Michigan reports several prominent officials dismissed for ballot stealing as moral standards rise.
The Kinston Free Press and the Charlotte Observer spar over rail reform in a 25th ul Charlotte Observer excerpt. They note the Atlantic & North Carolina Railroad, a 100 mile line, paid a dividend last year while other lines rely on traffic arrangements at others' mercy.
The piece argues state built roads like the Atlantic and North Carolina and the Goldsboro to Charlotte line prove well run public ownership pays. It praises the Atlantic coast route, cites dividends, and contrasts with private bonds while praising Congressman Jerry Simpson's critique of Congress over 49 cent dollars.
A Raleigh audience learns of Mrs. Pattie Arrington of Nash county who battles to regain her property after a long divorce dispute. The book Is Justice a Farce details years of litigation across Nash Franklin Vance Wake Wayne counties, with noted judges and lawyers involved. After twenty years, the property remains with her late husband’s heirs as appeals continue and the case unfolds with both dark maneuvers and a grim persistence.
Fragmentary text suggests a courtroom dispute over evidence and a deaf defendant. The excerpt mentions Mrs Arrington, a judge, and defense counsel arguing about sufficiency of evidence and trials, with the line Is justice a farce? reflecting public skepticism about Proceedings.
The New York Mercantile Exchange, a 749 member association, operates on Harrington and Hudson streets with meetings on the second floor. The record notes large egg and cheese trades, including 11 000 crates and 15 000 di worth of eggs sold in a span, highlighting market activity and floor transactions.
The Union Pacific railroad fell under receivership by order of Judge Dundy with five receivers to be paid 18 000 yearly from earnings. Laborers faced wage cuts and the injunction forced them to continue work at the reduced rate. A Pelham Caswell News correspondent notes the Farmers Alliance decline and regrets its loss of original aims while urging members who quit to rejoin.
The editor announces a shift to cash in advance starting March. Many subscribers owe back dues, including longtime patrons. The change will cause painful terminations for some but is deemed necessary as reliance on credit fails to sustain a newspaper business.
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