Anti Imperialism Echoes From 1864 And Today
The piece compares 1896 anti imperialist rhetoric with Democratic lines from 1864 criticizing Lincoln and McKinley. It cites Indianapolis Sentinel and Rocky Mountain News samples to argue that contemporary Democrats echo past attacks and that fair minded citizens don’t view McKinley as imperialist.
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Rocky Mountain News
McKinley
Lincoln
Denver Post
Bryan
Indianapolis
United States
America
Admitting Shifting Political Winds in Colorado
A Florence Refiner excerpt notes a dramatic party shift from Bryan to McKinley among Fremont County voters, predicting McKinley will win about 90 percent there. It cites Colorado's 1896 and 1898 results, warns Dem fusion talks, and highlights black voters leaning Republican, with a bid for Maupin as governor and a desire to publish names of past Bryan supporters now backing McKinley.
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Florence
Fremont
Bryan
Mr. McKinley
Republican Party
Fremont County
McKinley
Colorado
Thomas
South
Democratic woes mirror Kansas City platform clash
Eastern Democrats returning from Kansas City push silver less than imperialism as the main issue while arguing that defeating McKinleyism is unlikely. The piece notes criticism of the 16 to 1 plank and mocks political deception amid a wary public mood, with references to Bryan, Towne, and Republican leaders. It also mentions local deaths and social notices.
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Bryan
Kansan City
Baltimore Sun
Boston Transcript
Kansas City
American troops praised by British commander after Tien Tain fight
General Dorward lauds American troops as front line stalwarts in the July 13 action near Tien Tain. He commends their ready spirit, gallantry, and ability to hold exposed positions, calling them soldiers of the highest class. The item also notes local social events, arrivals, and business notices from Canon City.
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Dorward
China
Tien Tain
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Dispatch
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Gret
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Canon City
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Ladies’ Aid
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St. Louis
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Carton City
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Michigan
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South Cajon
Mr. Jones
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Gravity
Albert Shank
Ethel Brown
T. Ambler
Monte Vista
Carson City
Handy & McGee Met. Co
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Main St
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