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Newspaper
The Progressive Farmer
Location
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1893
Page
2
The quote reflects Tam near curtain glow with fading light and a river valley ahead. It recalls a political line by L. L. Polk dated July 4 1890 about a government of the people. The passage blends imagery with historical political sentiment.
A note from No Res A thanks readers who visited during the State Fair though space limits full thanks. Illness kept Bro P H Massey from county meetings. Mr Babb of the Perquimans Record covered duties. The Charlotte News labels the paper incendiary, while denying none of the cited claims. Rail sabotage on Western North Carolina lines is condemned and calls for investigation.
Dan's Review reports 320 failures for the week ending Oct 7 and 393 for Oct 14, with eighteen firms failing for over 100 thousand dollars and eighty four for more than five thousand. The note blames legislators for the surge, urges dispelling public prejudice, and cites a quote from the Hickory Mercury about Vance and Ransom.
The article notes heavy damage to cotton in the South Atlantic due to the October 13 storm. Wind scattered bolls, but fair weather aided rapid picking. Early frosts in Piedmont areas and rich bottoms in several states reduced yields by ten to thirty percent. Prices likely to rise if demand exceeds supply.
A satirical chronicle mocks The National Circus as an immoral enterprise costing millions weekly. It notes Ringmaster Voorhees and lion trainer Sherman amid salary talks, dismissals, and political outrage. The Allied movement and its call for equal justice are praised, with hope for future reform.
The editorial voices measured approval for Senator Vance speech at the State Fair while noting reservations. It critiques his farm organization idea as impractical, argues farmers must unite and vote consistently, and mentions a Greensboro meeting of farmers endorsing a Vance letter on the silver issue.
The Farmers' Alliance reports a nationwide revival with solid meetings across regions. Members renew commitment to fight plutocracy and eliminate class legislation, vowing no arms laid down until universal justice reigns. The conflict is framed as a battle between oppressed citizens and moneyed interests.
In Eastern papers the minority is accused of blocking a vote on Sherman bill repeal. The Diamond argues the majority are wealth producers, not bankers or distributors, and oppose money contraction and a gold basis. Senators loyal to their colors are the true representatives. reform foes rely on bank lobbying and office patronage. The Hessian turies are cast as the opposing force versus the 1776 patriots.
The Record notes Senator Vance humorously challenges the repeal bid by metallists who would shut mint doors to silver. He questions if silver money is doomed and warns the path toward a gold standard will bring hardship to producers and the poor, insisting it would not be his fault.
The State Fair concluded successfully despite a smaller crowd from Raleigh area and fewer exhibits. Senator Vance spoke on opening day while notable displays came from N. C. Experiment Station, Maj. R. S. Tucker, Col. J. S. Carr, and Julius Lewis & Co. Livestock, pumpkins, and wines were shown along with carriages and musical instruments. The running races produced a best NC time of 2:25 set by Alice Berlew owned by Banks Holt of Alamance.
At the State Fair Bro. J. P. Kerr Haw River NC led poultry exhibits with nine chicken breeds two turkeys ducks and fowls earning fifteen first premiums. He showcased a model henhouse and coops and invites brethren to seek his advice on poultry. Also Bro. T. Ivey introduced a two horse Dixie dumpcart praised as a space saving, fast unloading invention for farms and cities. for details contact Bro Thad Ivey Raleigh NC.
The Farmers' Voice critiques Hon. Julius C. Burrows for praising and denouncing the silver dollar in the same speech. It argues against attributing demagoguery to defenders of the masses and defends reformers, including bankers, who oppose unconditional repeal of the Sherman act. The Fayetteville Observer’s interview with Greensboro bankers explores views on silver coinage and the need for balanced policy.
A column defends bankers as a class against blanket blame for banking abuses. It argues fair treatment of bankers, notes that a few large concerns may cause panics or influence Congress, but maintains banking can be honorable when run on stockholders’ savings and an honest basis.
The Biblical Recorder editorial urges national awakening to political and educational reform. It argues education precedes wise action, warns against overshooting reform, and calls for self culture to sustain free institutions and strengthen the ballot as a secondary remedy.
President Pickett of the Louisiana State Alliance calls members to expand the organization quickly with quality material. He notes the Order has accomplished substantial good statewide and locally, urging brethren to follow his guidance.
A veteran speaker Hamlin V Moore campaigns Minnesota for the Alliance. In California and Texas papers surge in support with nearly 100 Texas papers backing the Alliance. New alliances form in Tulare and Riverside counties while Glenn county reorganizes. Hickory North Carolina encampment praised. leaders like Samuel Archer and R Linney noted. Democratic leaders urged loyalty but Alliance momentum grows with renewed memberships in Franklin County from 15 to 30 members, planning a $100 contribution to the Business Agency.
The Raleigh News and Wilmington Dispatch quote the Philadelphia Record calling bi alism a black mail ing minority. Discusses Washington caucus divisions, Democratic wings, and steering committee failures. The Biblical Recorder contrasts Cleveland’s first and second administrations, noting changes in independence and decisiveness.
The Columbus County Alliance met with I bron Sub-Alliance in a large male and female turnout. Several distant subs were represented to arrange a major hearing featuring Dr. Cyrus Thompson, the noted lecturer and Christian gentleman, at Whiteville on Friday, Nov 34. County President seeks broad regional representation to attend the event.
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