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The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1888-01-12
DEMANDS OF THE NATIONAL
FARMERS ALLIANCE UPON
CONGRESS.

Below we print in full the demands
made by the National Farmers ALL
ance in convention at Shreveport.
They are sound to the core and show
in ringing language the more impor-
tant purposes of this great body, and
the ends they propose to achieve.
This body was composed Of farmers
representing all the Southern States,
and the resolutions appended were
passed unanimously,
Resolved, That we the National
Farmers Alliance and Cooperative
Union of America, in convention as
sembled, advocate and endorse the fol
lowing principles as in accord with the
sentiments and demands Of the tlllers
Of the soil:
lst. We demand, first, the recognl-
ton, by incorporation, of trades,
unions, cooperative stores and such
thoer associations as may be organized
hv the industrial classes to improve
their financial condition, or promote
their general welfare.
I'd. We demand that the all public
lands be held in small bodies, not ex-
ceeding three hundred and twenty
acres to each purchaser, for actual set,
tiers, on easy terms of payment.
Sd. That large bodies of land held
by private individuals or corporations,
shall be assessed for taxation, at such
rates as they are offered to purchasers,
on a credit of one, two and three years
in bodies of one hundred and sixty
acres or less.
4th That whereas, large bodies O
orr public lands, have been sold tt
foreign capitalists, thus tending to th'
establishment OF a landed a%ristocrac!.
in this country, similar to that Which,
has reduced the people of Ireland, am
other monarchical Governments, to
condition of abject serfdom; we de
mand the passage Of laws forblddn'
the ownership of lands, by aliens, who's
allepiance belongs to other nations
and that the public domain be held a
the heritage of u own people and'o'
children after us.
5th. That all lands forfeltable b
railroads or other corporations, lmm'
diately revert to the government an
be declared open for purchase by actu'
settlers, on the same terms as othe
public lands. j,
7th: We demand that all fences
removed, by force if necessary, fro'
oublic lands unlawfully fenced by ca
tie companies, syndicates, or any 9th
form or name of monopoly. -,
sth. We demand the extlngulsI
ment of the public debt of the Unite
States by operating the minis to the
fullest capacity, in coming silver al
gold: and the rendering of the san
without discrimination, to the publ
creditors of the Nation, according
contract. " 81.
9th. We demand the substitute
Of legal-tender treasury notes for t
issues of national banks that t.
Congress of the United States sh:
regulate the amount of such issue
psr. capita. circulation, that shall
crease and keep pace with the grow
of the country's population, n I
expansion of her business lnteres
We further demand the repeal OF t
present National banking system; .
10th. We, demand that the depa
ment1o OF agriculture be made
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1888-01-12
The PROGRESSIVE FARMER, JANUARY y, 1885, Z

the departments of State that it shall
be increased in scope and efficiency,
and i'm connection Herewith, there
shall be established a bureau of labor
statistics.
18th. We demand the enactment of
laws to compel corporations to pay
their employees according to contract,
in lawful money for their services,
and the giving to mechanics and
laborers a first lien upon the products
of their labor to the extent of their
full wages.
18th. That the laws relating to the
suppression of the transmission of i'm
moral, profane or obscene literature
through the mails, be made more
stringent; and be extended so as to
suppress the transmission of such
literature by any public carrier.
18th. We demand that the q. S..
Government purchase, by right of
eminent domain, the telephone and
telegraph lines, and operate them as
adjuncts of the u. S. postal service.
l4th. That in view of the fact that
the delegates to this body represent a
majority of the cotton producers of
the cotton belt Of America, which belt
produces over two-thirds of the cotton
of the whole world, and in view of
the further fact that two-thirds of the
cotton in the cotton belt is demanded
and used for export to a foreign
ooxroc xyh,oh fvoc tho nrion on nuorv
pound of our cotton; and in view of
the fact hat the said power is debar-
red from returning to this country a
single yard of manufactured cotton,
thereby making said power interested
in crowding down to the lowest figure
the price of cotton; we hereby demand
that the U. S. Government adopt a
speedy system of reduction of the i'm
port duty on manufactured cottons, In
such a way as to do justice to this,
the greatest of all classes of producers
18th. We demand such a revision
of the tariff as will lay the heaviest
burdens on the luxuries and the light
est on the necessaries of life; and as
will reduce the incomes from imports
to a strictly revenue basis.
18th. That as a remedy against the
, unjust accumulation and encroach
, ment of capital, we demand a gradu
ated income tax. 1u.,.
18th. That as upon the intelligence
of the people depend the stability ane
perpetuitv of our own free govern
. ment, we demand for the masses
we'll regulated system of lndustrla
and agricultural education.
, 18th. That we oppose the continues
! influx of pauper labor from the NOR
arches of Europe, whose anarchl
views and communistic doctrines ar
. breeding discomfort, and disloyalty t
law, order, peace and good govern
ment; and by an overplus OF worth
:, less labor, reducing our own laborln
, classes to starvation, we therefore dt
= mand more stringent laws to proven
= this country being further used as a
asylum for the communists and PAL
!, pers of other countries.
- 18th. We demand that the const
. buttons, both State aud National, be
., amended as to provide for the electlo
, of u. S. Senators by direct vote
If the. people.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1888-01-12
NOTICE.

To Franklin County Farmers alliances:
Snh-Alliances viii elect delegates, as
prescribed in the Constitution, to meet an
Louisburgs January l4th, 1888, ats
o'clock, for the purpose OF organizing
Franklin County Alliance.
D. P, MEAcnAN, Deputy Organizer;
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-21
NUTMEG CRAVINGS.

William Fox, Danbury carpenter, fell headlong distance of twenty-five feet yesterday and sustained injuries that will probably result fatally.
 Thomas Chapman and wife of Preston murderously assaulted by their son, are out of danger.
 This weeks storm carried away two dams belonging to the Kent Manufactur- ing company at Lebanon.
 Johnny Cornwall of Bridgeport, aged years, yesterday swallowed a tin tobacco tag and Dr Downs removed it by enterotomy.
 Each night for some time jewelry has mysteriously disappeared from the dress ing case of Miss Jennie Allstone of Bridge DOT. The police investigated without avail and finally Miss Allstone was detected secreting the articles in her mattress while in a somnambulistic state.
 Chief Bollmann of New Haven thinks two bunco steerers are in town and he warns the public to beware of oily. tongued individuals who seek to secure the money of their fellow beings by ways that are dark and tricks that are vain.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-21
THE GRAND LISTS.
Hartford and New Haven Assessed One-Quarter of the Whole.

Hartford and New Haven Assessed
 One-Quarter of the Whole.
 The computation of grand lists of the counties of the state shows that New Ha- ven county has valuation estimated at S94, ,S46, ,235 and Hartford county $S6, I'll, ; 135. Since 1886 Hartford county has gained S1;300, ,541 and New Haven county has made gain of S649, ,245.
 The opinion among many practical citizens that the tax interests of the state need equalization is confirmed by glance at the figures of the county lists. The cities of Hartford and New Haven are assessed over one-quarter of the valua- tion of the state.
 A glance at the grand list totals shows that New London county has gained ill one year within S19,000 as much as Hartford county and about double the amount of the New Haven county gains. This speaks we'll for southeastern Con- necticut. Fairfield county has gained nearly $500, ,000 in the grand lists. Wind ham and Middlesex counties have gone behind, the decrease in the latter being about S17,000. Middletown, the chief town of the county, has made but little gain in twenty-five years. At one time the city was of more importance than New Haven.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-21
JUDeE BRADsrREEr,s HOUR.


 Two of the shaun Rhue Gang Sent
 Down-An Example Made of a
 Brutal Father.
 Daniel Calvin, aged 90, John cronan, 2S, and Thomas Begley, IT, were found prowling around the rear of Witte's saloon in the Brooklyn district at an early hour this morning by Officer Ahearn and Supernumerary Fitzgerald. They entered against them. Calvin was armed with big stone and had in his possession suspicious looking piece of iron that might be used as a jimmy" He and Cronan are members of the Shaun Rhue gang and have long drawn out police re- cords. Begley comes from New Britain | and has never been before the court before although he is known to the police. In court this morn l ing, Calvin and Cronan were each sen tenced to thirty days in jail and Begley | whispered Calvin to Officer Sullivan when he was sentenced, ''I could stand on me head longer den dat."
 l Mary Delaney, a delicate looking child of 15, very poorly dressed, was the prin- | cipal witness against her father, who was charged with drunkenness and breach of the peace. Her mother is dead and younger brother and herself were the only support of family of small children. The father has been drunk most of the time for the past six weeks and not only has he not con- tributed to the support of his family, but has been terribly abusive. A few nights ago he dragged the oldest child out of | bed at midnight and drove her into the street. An officer was sent to arrest Delaney yesterday and he was found lying on the floor of his house in drunken stupor, A sentence of thirty days in jail upon each complaint was imposed. l John Mack, transient, was picked up thoroughly saturated last night. When locked up he tried to tear down the station house, but was unsuccessful. 1 He was fined S5.
 Ludwig Steinleiu was also brought in drunk. He was inclined to be humor- ous this morning, but the court silenced him with a. fine of S5.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-21
How We Do It.

That's not our style" said an old merchant on Saturday, ''Hirsh, how do you expect to compete with the many mark down and reduction sales if you advertise that you are selling clothing at the old prices? Why not also sell it with mark down?' Because that's our style," we answered. ''The public soon 'tumbles' to the mark down advertise ments."
 We are doing the iveliest business in Waterbury because prices are now, al- ways have been since our opening, and always will be from 30 to 40 per cent lower than they are at ''mark down stores" Hirsh's is always the best place to buy clothing for either men, boy or child. We guarantee satisfaction or money refunded,
 Hirsh's Ten Per Cent One Price Cloth ing company, 1359 Bank street. SIGN OF THE WHITE FRONT.
 We manufacture all our own clothing. Factories Nos 43 North Third street and 306 Market street, Philadelphia, Pa.
 Each purchaser of children's clothing to the amount of S2.50 will receive an elegant sled. each purchaser of clothing will receive a handsome souvenir. Come and see our grand display this evening.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-21
Halloo Central.

Give me, please, Shoninger's Music store. Say Central wont you please transe init the message to them-they are such a reliable house it is really not even neces- sary to examine their Pianos-that I want them to send me fine Weber Upright just like the one they sold Miss c, a neigh bor of mine. It is just ttelegant both in style finish and tone-and say, Central, tell them 1 shall expect hne stool and scarf, as gift, one of the Inducements they make for the holidays. Shoninger's is the only company that favors customers in that direction, but the other dealers, poor fellows they are so poor! I prefer to buy of reliable house one that I know will be here right along and always makes every promise good.
 This manner of buying piano may seem queer to some readers, but we assure you business has been done with us exactly on this plan, while some agents chase customers meeting them at every cross road in season and more often out of season, until the customers are afraid their com panions will think they are in debt to the agents. Shoninger by honorable straight forward dealings steps in and makes the sale. Avoid such agents. They are considering your pocketbook more than the quality of the goods they are trying to sell you. We have no state agents, no county agents or town agents, because We combine all that ourselves under one head Manufacturers and state agents, and save you at least two profits. Extra induce ments for the holidays.
 Please examine onr stock.
 B. .SHONINGER & co. GEO l.. PELHAM, Manager
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-21
HEALTH OF THE STATE.
The Danbury Press Tells a story
 With Moral.

The Danbury Press Tells Story
 With a Moral.
 The Danbury Press notes that i'll every town of the state where the system of sewerage is imperfect the death rate is high. It says:
 In Waterbury, where the death rate was only 11.6, there is an excellent sewer age system, although the city is far from completely severed. The sewage, how ever, is carried into the Naugatuck river near the boundary line of the city, and the arrangement is such that either in wet or dry season it is conducted down stream. The sewering into streams is prohibited and nuisances are promptly abated. Indeed, so far as sanitation and health regulations are concerned, Water bury ranks with Hartford and New Haven. whosedeath rate is about the same.
 As to Norwich, Middletown, Norwalk and New London the death rate is not alarming but that in New Britain, Derby, Meriden and Bridgeport is rather high. Derby, besides having an inadequate sewer system, gets the benefit of the sewage from Waterbury and the towns up the Naugatuck valley. Meriden is even worse off than Derby. New Britain has poor outlet and Bridgeport pours 1 her refuse into a small stream running through the city, which at low tide does not make a very desirable conduit. But | Danbury is even more poorly provided | than any of these towns.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-21
The .JurN DiSaUreed.

The trial of John Kearn, charged with assault with intent to kill Samuel Catlin of Bristol, was concluded before Judge Torrance in the superior court at Hart ford yesterday. There was an attempt on the part of the defense to prove tenn porary insanity on the part of the accused. agreement of the jury. It is said that on the first two ballots the jury stood to 6. A number of ballots was taken. They finally stood 10 for conviction and for acquittal. It seemed to the jury impos- sible to come nearer than that to an agree ment, and they were discharged.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-21
ADJUSTMENTS.
Redmund-Barry.

Redmund-Barry supported by an un- usually strong company will present
 .Herminie, or the Cross of Gold,'' at Jacques opera house next Tuesday after noon and evening. The play is intensely dramatic from start to finish and is re- plete with comedy element. The New York Commercial Advertiser in its notice of company and play says The Red mund-Barry company gave the military drama ''Herminie, or the Cross of Gold, ' at the Windsor theatre last night before a large audience. The play is laid in the time of the eFranco-Prussian war, and is full of interest from beginning to end
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-21
WORLD OF SPORTS,

The Merideu polo team went to New Bedford last night and dropped another game. The score was; New Bedford g., Meriden 2.
 The New Haven tealn still manages to drop games to the leaders. Last night the Bridgeports defeated them in good game by a score of 3 to 1.
 Jack Mullin and Tim Bates. both of Brooklyn, fought 12i brutal rounds at Newport this morning with bare knuck- les. Mullin had the best of it from the start until he broke his left wrist over Bates head in the last. round when he had to throw up the sponge. The men fought like dogs.
 Pitcher Gruber is wintering in New Haven.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-21
HOLIDAY ANNOUNCEMENTS.

R. s. Rasmussen, the florist in the Pritchard building on Bank street, has an excellent line of flowers and ever greens for Christmas.
 George Robbins, 3 East Main street, of fers line of crockery that can hardly be equalled hereabouts. All are invited to call and examine his stock.
 If you are hungry don't forget that Alfred Mitchell, 65 East Main street, can supply your wants.
 For boots, shoes, slippers and rubbers call on F. J. Rametti, 16 East Main street. His prices are lower than the lowest.
 William H. Collins, 135 South Main street, sells good reliable, wholesome groceries and his prices are not gilt edge.
 George E. Harrington, the Grand street tobacconist, has large and choice line of pipes, cigarholders, etc. Give him a call.
 People over in Brooklyn can find an excellent line of holiday goods without coming up town. The Brooklyn drug store can supply all needs.
 If you want to buy pair of skates for the boy, or sled or knife, don't forget that D. B. Wilson & Go, are in that busi- ness, but step around to No II East Main street and interview Joe and you will be made happy.
 Liquors of all kinds for family use can be had at T. H. Hayes, East Main street. He has a special line of goods for the holidays.
 And if you are in search of crockery, | tinware, lamps or toys, where could you find a better place to stop than at link | hams 80 South Main street. The store is fairly loaded down with handsome and useful articles.
 | Bakers goods, confectionery etc. can | be found in immense quantities at either of Tom Kelly's three stores. His five fcent loaf of bread he declares beats the world and no one denies his statement. For your Christmas turkey be sure and call upon $. Bohl, GA South Main Street. He can supply you with big one not So large, a tender one or a-but no, he does not deal in tough birds. A. Dallas, 16 Union street, furnishes flowers for parties, weddings or holiday | decorations at short notice and at reason able prices.
 While on your shopping trips be sure and call at the Waterbury Furniture O., 20 Grand street. They have goods to please all classes, young and old rich and poor.
 The windows of Hirsh's Ten Per Cent One Price Clothing Go, 1354 Bank street represents an ice palace and is attract ing much attention. Inside the busy clerks have their hands full waiting on the crowds of customers.
 A nice pair of shoes or slippers is a de sirable present and E. J. Finn, 13 East Main street, can show you some nice ones at the lowest possible prices. His misses and children's shoes have made for themselves well-earned reputation.
 J. A. Godfrey & Go, 46 Bank street. offer fine lot of goods for the holidays or any other day. Listers, cape over coats and reefers at all prices. Their hne of fancy neckwear is complete. Silk umbrellas, scarfs, etc, make very desir- able holiday gifts. Call and be shown about their mammoth establishment.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-21
BUSINESS ANNOUNCEMENTS

Christmas trees, wreathing of all kinds, cut flowers and plants at A. Dallas, 16 Union street.
 The Globe 79 and s1 Bank street, is making great reduction in prices all through it's stock Go and see them as now is the time to make yokr purchases in their line.
 Read Lake, Strobel & Co.'S advertisement In their line they are hard to beat. and Ex change place.
 The Matthews & Willard Manufacturing com pany have holiday goods at retail. Don't miss this chance
 Martin Bergin, 62 South Main street, has the books in the state and a eompIete BibIe for S10,the regular price with agents and others being $15
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-21
Fire in Hartford,

Fire last night completely gutted the rear of the top floor of building owned by George Robinson. 237 Asylum street, Hartford. The explosion of a lamp in a sleeping room was the cause of the trouble. The building was damaged to the extent of S1,000.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-21
1t is Not SmallnoX.

The report that two sons of Charles Russell, a butcher residing in Orange, were sick with smallpox proves to have been mistake. The statement that the dis trict school was closed because of the sickness is also without foundation. The sickness is not of serious nature enough to confine the patients.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-21
Ellsworth Confessed.

Charles M. Ellsworth, confined in the county jail at Haddam for the murder Of the infant child of Georgie Rogers. his step daughter, has confessed that he threw the infant into the Connecticut river He claims the child was dead at the time.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1888-12-21
"ATCHES AND DIAMONDS.
 p. J. STRAIN.

15 East Main Street, Waterbury.
 Ladies' silver Watches from $500 to 5000 Ladies' gold watches from S15.0O upwards. A very fine watch can be had, solid gold for $30 % watches from $500 to $500, stem winders Gents gold watches, $500 and upwards have fine line of those goods which will be sold very low. Chains and charms in almost endless varieties: Is carat gold wedding rings. Stone and chaste rings at prices to meet the tastes of all finest line of diamonds, set and loose, that can be found in the Naugatuck valley. These are for sale and will be sold cheap and fully guaranteed make speciality of those goods and can give my customers the benefit of my experience in very low prices.