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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1899
Page
4
A clipped editorial fragment from Corrdan Indiana argues against monopoly and praises competition. It cites a U S Monetary Commission remark about prices, money supply, and the Philippines war as context for economic policy and trust destruction. The text references Bryan and business interests and warns of future price and supply issues.
The upcoming congress plans to enact a gold standard by law and allow bankers to create a large paper money trust and broaden the military establishment. It, however, will not move to reduce taxation burdens.
Indications point to a Democratic victory in Ohio as McKinley and Hanna express worry. Washington government employees have received letters from the Republican finance committee soliciting contributions to aid the Ohio effort. The piece argues that without a strong military presence, monopolies and trusts would erode, and states the administration will reject Aguinaldo's peace overtures to keep sending soldiers to the Philippines.
Democratic editors and party supporters advocate a district primary for Congress, arguing it ensures equal opportunity for all voters, exposes candidates’ records, and breaks up factions and party machinery. They urge public discussion and press feedback in Tarrivan County.
The passage argues money’s value is set by supply and demand, referencing Crold standard and thinkers like Mill. It states the rate of exchange for money depends on its quantity while other goods stay constant, implying money scarcity could raise its purchasing power and require more labor to earn a dollar.
The text argues that Rome and Europe suffered from a money shortage as gold and silver supplies waned. It claims farmers, laborers, and merchants suffered while the wealthy prospered, and warns that a proposed congressional bill could enable a bankers paper money trust, concentrating wealth and eroding liberties.
Mr. Bryan explains Jeffersonian Expansion versus McKinley Imperialism as a choice between democracy and rule by force. He defines expansion as connecting contiguous American territory to join the union, while imperialism means crossing oceans to conquer and govern alien peoples by might.
A satirical letter mocks a local farmer who credited McKinley for crops and urges sending him to the Philippines to learn that McKinley has no Philippine policy and that Democratic free trade is unfounded. The writer challenges political talking points and calls for readers to read up.
The message to Congress discusses untried Cuba measures and warns against forcible annexation while criticizing the Philippines policy. It contrasts economic fears, including bank distrust and money supply, with the Steel Trust’s impact on farmers and calls for caution amid industrial power.
A historical report notes that on Sulu Island polygamy slavery and piracy persist despite American presence, highlighting a clash between imperial policy and local practices and signaling ongoing governance challenges in the region.
A piece railing at U S policy in the Philippines, criticizing missionary methods and military costs. It mocks claims of salvation through force, questions McKinley’s approach, and links American and British actions in a rising Anglo American alliance. The writer cites battles, treaties, and figures like Lincoln and McKinley to argue against imperial conquest.
The Teller edited by Cliff Frank merges with York Democrat and will be known as the Teller-Democrat. Frank’s editorials seek wider circulation as Harrison county ties support his future. Readers question license revocation for a teacher amid alleged moral charges as a Seland jury delays bills against defaulters.
Mrs Bion Mabins wife of John Mabins of Posey township died Oct 2 after a long struggle with cancer. She was born Feb 2 in Indiana and united in marriage to Martin Johnson in 1864. Survived by husband a son and a daughter she joined the Baptist church early and was devout. The community mourns yet faith offers comfort in a future home. DeWitts Little Early Risers are praised by S E M President King of Farmers Bank Brooklyn Mich for digestive relief.
A critic argues that a tariff on commodities controlled by trusts is not protective but extortionate. The piece contends trusts act as societal vampires, exploiting markets and workers.
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