Bryan favored to win the 1900 Republican nomination and carry Oregon
The article argues that if Oregon votes index Bryan will be next president, noting 34 states with 701 delegates backing Bryan and predicting a foregone Kansas City nomination. It warns on Chinese labor competition and imperial policy, and criticizes the New York Journal for its coverage of Republican trust ties and Senator Platt’s son on the board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oregon
Bryan
W. J. Bryan
Kansas City
New York Journal
Tom Platt
New York
Republican papers and the tin plate trust price rise
The tin plate trust has more than doubled the price of tin to consumers and imports have fallen while millions pay two prices for tin goods due to the protective tariff. The Republican press should report these facts to readers.
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Republican
Tin Plate Trust
Theepublican
Rough Rider Roosevelt Hailed For Gov Race In New York
The article recalls Theodore Roosevelt as the Rough Rider who won New York for governor in 1898 by about 17 786 votes. It notes a statewide vote split among Social Labor and Prohibition candidates and argues the path to victory this fall will be tougher for him.
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Roosevelt
New York State
McKinley
New
Edgerton Roast Sparks Cross-Party Debate
The Vincennes Sun highlights Sidney Edgerton of Akron Ohio rebuking A Hanna’s invitation to attend the party’s convention, contrasting 1856 founders with 1900 leaders. The Repub lican stance is dismissed as mercenary, while Edgerton’s scathing reply is hailed as a vote maker for Democrats.
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Sidney Edgerton
Akron
A. Hanna
Republican Party
Abraham Lincoln
Dives Hanna
Vincennes
Bryan Favored at Philadelphia Convention Despite Democratic Nomination
The North American Yurterbund known as the Golden Jubilee Turnfest drew 5000 delegates from German societies nationwide. Resolutions praised defending liberty, condemned territorial expansion by force, and opposed U S conquest. Bryan lacked endorsement due to no Democrat nomination though McKinley carried strong four years ago.
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Philadelphia
United States
Bryan
McKinley
Oregon Votes and the 1898 Republican Lead
The text notes Oregon's Republican majorities in 1894 1896 and 1898 and projects a current 8000 lead. It argues the same nationwide decline will yield two thirds of electoral votes for Bryan and urges Democrats to mobilize to win.
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Oregon
Bryan
McKinley and Roosevelt Nominated for Ticket in Philadelphia
The Republicans at Philadelphia last week nominated William McKinley for president and Theodore Roosevelt for vice president. A full account is inside. The Mobile Register notes the candidates are tied to issues like the subsidy ship, tariff, Puerto Rico policy, civil service, Havana affair, and the Sampson Schley dispute with various trusts and combines looming behind.
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Philadelphia
McKinley
Theodore Roosevelt
Mobile Register
Mark Hanna
Havana
Sampson-Schley
Republicans Back Hanna Ship Subside Bill at Philadelphia
The piece notes the Hanna ship subsidy bill endorsed in the Republican platform in Philadelphia. It claims an estimated $9,000,000 monthly cost to the public, with farmers bearing a share to support ship owners and builders. It laments increased county debt and frames the burden as unmanageable for local residents.
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Hanna
Philadelphia
McKinley Advocates Protective Tariff Policy
The speaker supports a high protective tariff that could help trusts corner markets and set prices, noting McKinley is in favor. The argument centers on shielding domestic industry from foreign competition and empowering price control by large firms.
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McKinley
Tariff Question Sparks Porto Rican Trade Debate
A public inquiry asks whether a fifteen percent tariff should be imposed on Porto Rican trade. The question is framed as a policy stance for national economic discussion.
Question Over Bank Control of Money Supply Sparks Debate
A reader asks whether to concede money volume to banks, signaling a broader public debate on financial control and economic policy. The remark highlights concerns about financial power and government oversight.
Trusts and military size in national platform critique
The article argues McKinley warned of a 1000000 strong standing army if war with China occurs and that trusts are widening the gap between rich and poor. It notes Republicans failed to condemn trusts in the national platform despite expectations.
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McKinley
China
Plutocrats vs Democrats Amid Picnic Preparations
The text contrasts plutocrats with Democrats as crowds prepare for the Modern Woodmen picnic on the Fourth of July, highlighting political tension and community event planning.
Harrison Township Dem Primary Candidates Named
The Harrison township Democratic primary is set for July 7 1900. Thomas A Patterson is a candidate for Trustee. William Hauswald Jacob A Miller and William S Shuck are also listed as Democratic primary candidates for Trustee subject to the primary decision.
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Thomas A. Patterson
Harrison Township
William Hauswald
Jacob A. Miller
Wiliam S. Shuck
Harrison Township Assessor Candidates Named
The notice lists candidates for Harrison township assessor subject to the 7th and 1900 primary. George A Keller, Charles H Toler, Wm S Longacre, and Joseph P Denbo are named as contenders in the Democratic primary set for July 7.
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George A. Keller
Harrison Township
Candidates for Road Supervisor in Harrison Township
A list of candidates vying for Road Supervisor positions in Harrison Township districts Southwest Southeast Northwest Northeast and District No 3. Names include David Stonecipher Luther Stover Levi E Harbaugh George Kopp Scott Wiseman George H Harper Peter Wurm Andy Rosenbarger and George W Cox. All entries reference the Democratic primary or convention on July 7 1900.
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David Stonecipher
Warrison Township
Luther Stover
Iarrison Township
Levi E Harbaugh
Harrison Township
George Kopp
Scott Wiseman
George H. Harper
Peter Wurm
Andy J. Rosenbarger
George W Cox
Blarkson Township
Island possessions debated over slavery rights proposal
A public debate questions whether slavery and involuntary servitude should be permitted on newly acquired island territories. Officials and citizens weigh economic and moral implications, reflecting on constitutional limits and international norms.
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McKinley
Fancy Art Work and Accessories on Sale Tables
Drummer offers a display of Fancy Art Work along with Dresser Scarfs Laundry Bags Battenburg Patterns and more priced at half regular value on display tables.
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Drummer
McKinley Era Questions and Imperialism Debate
A series of political prompts asks readers to declare their stance on the gold standard a large standing army trusts and subsidies expansion imperialism and support for McKinley. The tone echoes campaign rhetoric and public confidence in leadership.
Indiana a Pivotal State in Presidential Votes
Indiana’s voting pattern over the past quarter century swings between parties. The table lists results for each era from 1872 through 1900, showing Republican or Democratic leads and vote totals. The note predicts Indiana may cast its electoral vote for Bryan in the current year.
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Indiana
Cleveland
Harrison
McKinley
Bryan
German delegates oppose McKinley expansion policy
Five thousand German delegates at Philadelphia last week passed a resolution declaring they cannot and will not support the McKinley policy of expansion by force and imperialism.
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Philadelphia
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