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Newspaper
Chehalis Bee
Location
Chehalis, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1897
Page
5
The article contrasts the old farmer's hard labor with modern improvements that render farming more comfortable and efficient. It notes mechanization, telephones, and the shift toward leisure and landholding status, then pivots to a tariff discussion citing cotton ties, Germany, and the Dingley tariff as critique of free trade arguments. It argues tariffs reduce prices and break trusts, challenging Cleveland's free trade stance.
The 16 to 1 silver camp meeting in Springfield Ohio drew poor crowds despite Cincinnati Enquirer reports of enthusiasm. Bryan did not attend, other silver speakers were absent, Towne and Warner appeared but tied to pay politics. Ten cent admissions failed to cover costs, and critics say the silver issue is dead per Indianapolis Journal via Pittsburg Dispatch.
The Iowa State Register rebutts a Bryan comment comparing money and wheat, arguing that 1873 to 1896 saw doubled circulation from the Republicans rather than burning half, with per capita money rising from 18 to 33 dollars, challenging the claim as ridiculous.
The piece urges vigorous prosecution of all involved in the Hogansville attempt on Isaiah H Loftin colored postmaster and calls for firm federal protection against efforts to bar colored officials in the South. It argues the Constitution and laws must prevail over any party faction or local color line.
A Charlotte dispatch reports an Illinois manufacturer offering flat cotton ties at 70 cents per bundle wholesale and seven cents retail with several carloads sent to the region. It notes last year’s retail price was $1.50 per bundle, mentioning Wilson in passing.
The San Francisco Post argues that Mexico’s silver-based currency collapsed prices and wages, crippled imports, and harmed common people. It warns that adopting free silver in the United States would ruin labor, shrink government revenues, and force Americans to suffer alongside Mexican workers.
A Kalamazoo Telegraph report notes Western railroads urge more freight cars to handle surge in grain and westbound merchandise. The Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul seeks five thousand cars from Southern lines to prevent heavy business losses as demand overwhelms limited fleet across Northwestern routes.
A commentator argues that Democratic orators once blaming European money power for the gold standard could now claim the same force is responsible for global crop failures. The piece also contends grasshoppers in Argentina as a parallel to suggest money power influences currency policy.
The article notes record wheat production and rising domestic use. It estimates about 21,000,000 bushels available for export, translating to roughly 200,000,000 golden dollars to be distributed among farmers.
Statistician Mulhall declares the prairie states the most prosperous region, discrediting last year’s silver faction push for cheap money as a basis for further prosperity.
The piece notes that nations protesting the new tariff three months ago have not acted on their threats. They realize the balance remains in their favor and cannot afford to follow through with any retaliation.
Citizens recall three anti Republican gatherings in Nebraska once more backing free silver while Democratic tariff theories and other worn arguments remain unpopular and unused by the party.
The Bureau of Engraving and Printing sits at Band Fourteenth streets southwest with a 0 by 135 foot pressed brick, fireproof structure. It fronts the city with a three story north facade and a 130 foot belfry tower, overlooks the Potomac, and houses engraved plates of the Government guarded by watchmen.
The Albany Journal notes Senator Jones of Arkansas as the party boss who writes letters shaping New York Democratic policy. It cites a letter urging loyal Democrats to gain state control and organize a fall convention, while other letters veer toward different stances. The piece argues the South controls New York Democrats and critiques the party’s silence on the Chicago platform.
The article notes Russia's grain exports are about 65 percent of 1896 levels through eight months of the year, with total grain at 143,000,000 bushels. It argues Russia will export little, India, Australia, and Argentina contribute little, leaving the United States as a main outside supplier, driving wheat prices up and underscoring Republican claims about supply and demand over silver.
Records from the New York post office show about ten thousand more domestic money orders were paid in the first half of August this year than last year. The surge likely reflects spending with New York merchants by nonresidents, signaling rising prosperity and a boost for free traders nationwide.
The piece notes farmers are paying mortgages amid intimidation claims. It cites Mr. Bryan attributing the payments to last year's foreclosure threats, challenging the idea that working men aligned with Republicans out of friendship or fear of dismissal.
Report lists business failures across the United States for the second week of September in 1897 and earlier years. Totals, patterns, and regional impacts are noted, with figures showing declines and continuing economic strain in various industries.
The Democratic State Committee of New York does not back reviving the free silver coinage issue for use in the party platform. The move signals a broader stance on monetary policy and party unity amid national debates.
The Bank of England would, under the Bank Act of 1844, hold one fifth of its note reserve in silver if the French mint resumes free silver coinage and the silver price is satisfactory. The Governor read a letter to the Chancellor outlining this condition and noted no silver purchases have been made.
The Silver Missionaries Senators Cannon and Pettigrew travel in Japan proposing to interview the emperor about the silver question. They argue the emperor may be unaware of silver's fall and could oppose all gold standard moves in his domains. The missionaries wander globally to gain support, many driven by mining interests seeking to push depreciated silver for personal profit.
The article notes no public worry about the Pettigrew Mantle interview with Japan’s Mikado on demonetization of silver. It cites the mint report showing the Japanese silver yen fell from 75.3 cents in 1887 to 47.8 by 1597 while the gold yen stayed constant, with prices in 1888 and 1897 the same at 9.7.
The Iowa Democratic party repudiates the influence of the Boies faction after Horace Boies urged a gold and silver standard with a 36 to 1 ratio instead of the 16 to 1 free coinage. Leaders banish him from traveling the state to preach his position.
Free traders claimed protection would fail to yield domestic tin plate but the McKinley era policy has enabled substantial local production and even expanded export efforts. U S manufacturers are penetrating foreign markets with tin plate now produced at home.
The speaker recalls two months of pushing free silver within the Democratic party and now faces regret as the policy remains, forcing him to confront the consequences he created. The piece frames his situation as an inescapable burden.
The Kansas City Journal notes W. J. Bryan shifted from claiming free coinage of silver to arguing prices are set by supply and demand. It accuses him of impertinence for attacking Republicans while reversing past positions and seeks to align voters with his new stance against Republican policies on wheat and car prices.
The piece argues that protection boosts business while free trade depresses investment and profits. It cites the cotton tie trust lowering prices from $1.35 to 70 cents per bundle as evidence that tariffs foster competition, while free traders fail to support enterprise when demand is weak.
The piece contrasts today with Cleveland's last term. It cites four years ago a low tariff hurting manufacturers, banks failing, railroads in receivership, factories closing, and mass unemployment. It then notes today rising employment, railroads ordering new cars, higher bank deposits and clearings, and active factories with smoke and busy wheels.
The article argues England protects shipping while the United States does not. It notes Britain launched over a million tons of new vessels last year, while the U S figure was under one fifth of that amount. It calls for protecting the merchant marine and challenging English control of global trade in manufactured goods.
The election of Senator McLaurie in South Carolina signals growing protective sentiment in the region. The New York Sun reports Republican gains in the South as a significant future field for the party.
Restated excerpts reflect debates on free coinage and silver standards, Bryan’s influence, farmer prices, and wage issues amid a coal strike. Critics warn against protectionism as prosperity trends, noting global wheat and wool shifts, currency values, and bank condition. President McKinley praises national spirit and duty.
Report notes Bryan supporters claim farmers earned about 41 cents per bushel in silver and 68 cents in fare terms, with claims of wheat price parity in good America. The text also mentions uncertainty over silver value and references a 101 cent dollar exchange.
fragmentary text discusses metal value changes over months and compares cents and worth. contains many transcription errors and lacks clear events, dates, or entities.
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