Do We Want Bryan Elected Or Times To Swing Back
A political essay argues that McKinley era protection and tariff policy lifted farm and factory prosperity while Bryanism would hurt jobs and prices. It contrasts farm animal values and bank business from 1895 to 1899, citing increased cattle, horses, wool, and overall prosperity under protective policy. It warns voters to choose steady, protected growth and avoid return to hard times.
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Lfe
McKinney
Isis
Coxey
Bryan
Geo. H. Crumb
What a Vote for W. J. Bryan Means
The piece argues Bryan would abandon the gold standard if elected, citing Secretary Gage’s claim he could shift the nation to silver. It says Bryan’s current stance and refusals imply he wants to end the gold standard, and questions his willingness to keep it if elected.
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Mr. Bryan
Gage
the Treasury
Bryan
Secretary of the Treasury
Brayan
Zanesville
Ohio
William Jennings Pygon
The Full Dinner Pail and the Farm Economy
An analysis of the full dinner pail concept assigns shares to farmer, railroad, wholesaler, grocer, butcher and baker in a sample 20 cent item. It estimates vast annual figures if 106 million pails filled 300 days, arguing the workingman seeks more than mere subsistence and critiques the Bryan stance on the issue.
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Bryan
Bryan and the gold standard in a 1900 context
The text discusses Bryan’s stance on the gold standard, citing his Zanesville speech of September 4, 1900, and argues Republicans favor policies that boost American workers’ welfare. It contrasts views on commercialism, Philippine policy, and the importance of domestic prosperity reflected in farm prices and exports.
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Philippine Islands
Republican Party
Pony and Snake Kill Rattler Taught by Mrs. Custer
In a St. Nicholas tale Mrs. Custer narrates how a horse named Samantha, shadowing Colonel Custer, spots a coiled rattlesnake. The pony strikes, stamping the head and crushing fangs, then again stomps the writhing snake to protect the colonel and Alf.
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Rattler
Samantha
Alf
Inquisitive Factoids About Animals And Health Notes
A miscellany of topics on animals and health includes a claim about China's edible dog, a French law granting right of reply, lamp globe cleaning steps, and remarks on the ostrich, insects, and beech forests. It cites global medical density and compares physician ratios across several nations, and ends with a child and bee verses and ants enduring heat and cold.
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China
Tasmania
United States
Great Britain
Russia
France
Germany
Italy
Rubber Turns Brittle When Cooled by Liquid Air
Experiments on materials at low temperatures show rubber becomes brittle at air temperature, shattering when dropped. In contrast, lead increases elasticity and rebounds, forming a strong spiral spring at temperatures 200 to 300 degrees below zero.
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India
Strengthen the Eyes with Distant Observation
Advice on using the eyes to observe faraway objects like clouds sky and forests to strengthen sight. Notes that sailing improves vision and helps prevent shortsightedness, as sailors tend to be long sighted.
Deutschland Sets Record Ocean Greyhound Milestone
The famous ocean liner Deutschland costs 3332000 dollars and displaces 23200 tons with capacity for 1057 passengers, establishing a new record. Hostetter's Stomach Bitters boasts fifty years of cures for constipation indigestion and biliousness in advertisements. Our Private Revenue Stamp appears over the bottle neck.
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Ocean Greyhound
Out of the Ordinary Old Friends Reconnect
Two longtime friends Jones and Brown meet after years and reminisce about a local girl named Tilbury with a notorious appearance. Brown admits he has no information about her whereabouts or whether he married her.
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Edward Lear
Waldo
Brown
Jones
Tilbury
London
Have You a Good Windmill Advise From Aermotor Co
The notice promotes wind power mills from The Aermotor Co Chicago Illinois. It highlights pumps water saws wood grinds feed and works daily year round. Readers are advised to request a catalogue and full particulars from the company.
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Aermotor Co
Chicago
Ill
Windows of Mother of Pearl in Chinese Temples
The article notes that many Chinese temples use windows made from white mother of pearl from oyster shells. It describes the material as perfectly transparent and resembling opal glass.
Grain-O new food drink for all ages
Try Grain O. Ask your grocer for Grain O the new food drink that replaces coffee. It pleases every taster and suits delicate stomachs. It has the rich seal brown look of mocha and java but is made of pure grains and costs 25 cents per package. Sold by all grocers.
Hair Dyeing Use Reported Higher Among Men
A New York druggist says men use hair dyes far more than women based on his experience. Carter's Ink carries endorsement from the U S government and all leading railroads. Want more evidence.
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New York
Carter
United States
No Infectious Diseases in Greenland Linked to Climate
Report notes Greenland remains free of known infectious diseases due to its dry cold climate. Health officials emphasize the environment limits pathogens and reduces transmission risks.
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Greenland
Jell O The New Dessert Teases The Family
Jell O presents four flavors Lemon Raspberry Strawberry and range at grocers for 10 cents. The ad touts its appeal to families and promises quick satisfaction with a novel dessert option.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Nebraska
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Boston
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W. J. Bryan
Knoxville, Tenn
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Pony
Arthur
Mrs. Austin
Adirondack
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Marcy
Adirondacks
Adirondack Mountains
Dodd
Dodds Medicine CQ
Buffalo, N
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