Not Luck the Way to Success in Alliance Fight
An article argues against reliance on luck, urging Farmers Alliance members to unite and actively pursue the Ocala Demands. It emphasizes organizing, education, and media reform to overthrow entrenched monopolies and implement decisive, sustained effort toward prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mer
Alliance
Our Order
Farmers Alliance
Alliance Brother
Republic
George
Standard Oil
Puischestings
Seed corn cured by smoking for pest defense
Farmers' Voice notes that hanging seed corn in a smoke house and smoking it with hams and bacon can deter grubs and worms after planting. The piece claims the practice may improve growth due to the fertilizing elements in the smoke.
Rest for Women Through a Short Midday Break
The piece urges women to take a midday rest of up to thirty minutes as part of a daily routine. It argues that such rest refreshes workers, enabling early rising to tackle cooler morning hours and reduces cumulative fatigue from overreliance on nerve force rather than physical strength.
Care Of Honey
After harvesting honey many let it spoil due to poor storage. Do not keep honey in a cellar as damp rooms ruin it. Store in the warmest, dryest place indoors, keeping away from freezing temperatures even in winter. Exchange notes the advice.
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United States
Wood Cigarette Machine Company Stockholders Meeting
Richmond based Wood Cigarette Machine Company reports stockholders’ meeting with cautious optimism about a new windowpane sized device. Authorities promise strict testing before market release and aim to keep it affordable for small dealers and cigarette makers.
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Wood
Richmond
Southern Tobacco Journal
National Farmers Congress to Convene in Lincoln 1892
The twelfth annual session of the National Farmers Congress meets November 22 in the Lincoln House of Representatives at 10 a.m. with prayers, welcomes from Nebraska and Savannah leaders, and addresses on agriculture, transportation, and money relations.
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National Farmers’ Congress
National Farmer's Congress of the
United States
House of Representatives
Lincoln
Neb
J. E. Boyd
Nebraska
A. W. Smith
Kansas
A. H. Weir
D. G. Purses
Savannah
Board of Trade
Clayton
Town
Business Men’s Association
O J. King
Wm. Freeman
Maine
P.M
W. Pops Yeaman
Missouri
M. A. Lunn
Robert A McCiellen
Athens
Ala
J. M Stahl
Quincy
W. Delano
Neb. Ane
Daniel Needham
New England Agricultural Society of
Boston
Mass
Ren. B. Walker McKeen
George T. Fairchild
Agricultural College of
Manhattan
Kan
Oklahoma
H. C. St. Clair
L. H. Weller
Nashua
Iowa
C. Brown
Atlanta
Farm Notes on Animal Care and Farm Fences
A farmer writes on humane animal treatment and the benefits of good stables with proper light. He notes that kindness beats teasing workers, suggests abolishing dark and unnecessary fences, and offers a vermin wash recipe for cattle. He cites silage yields and the wisdom of thoughtful fencing.
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Moon
New York
Gresham on Vote Buying at Grant Statue Unveiling
Judge Gresham warns that ballot corruption by old parties endangers liberty. He cites methods used in Harrison’s elections and urges political men of character to resist bribery and manipulation. He argues bribery erodes law, freedom, and the republic, labeling corrupt actors as enemies of the people.
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Judge Gresham
Grant
Chicago
Harrison
Enid
Republic
Remedy the Condition Through Ballot Power and Unity
A Winnsboro Advocate excerpt argues that relief comes only via the ballot box and sustained education. It warns plutocrat control harms farmers and laborers, urges wise counsel, mass political action, and alignment of business interests with the public good.
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Winnsboro
Senators Unmasked on Silver Bill Split over Free Coinage
The transcript notes Senators Hill Morgan and Mills among those opposing the Stewart free coinage bill in the Senate. It cites a July 1, 1892 vote against an amendment aligning finance features with the Chicago platform and references the Congressional Record. It also records debate over whether the platform supports gold and silver parity and the broader monetary policy.
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Hill
Morgan and Mills
Senate
Chicago
United States Senate
Carey
Congress
Wyoming
Nevada
Mr. Carey
Palmer
Mr. Morgan
Mr Palmer
Mr. Mitchell
Mr. Palmer
Alabama
West
Morgan
Arab Horses and Seed Corn Selection Principles
The article discusses Arab horse traits and the cultivation of seed corn. It explains that inner leg hair and blinkers influence endurance and speed, praises Arab stock for form and utility, and outlines careful seed selection based on stalk height, ear size, and grain maturity to improve yields.
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United S
Gen Ue
Yis Yj
Sultan
D. Baird
Susther Tor
Reformers seek to protect people against political misuses
The piece argues reformers must press for measures for the public good not party aims. It stresses government should protect rights and fund essential services while stopping public-money misuse, monopoles, and oppressive taxes. It urges action now as a spring planting moment for governance.
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Farmera
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