Democratic Confession on Silver and Gold Policy
The piece argues that the Democratic Party retreat after 1896 on free coinage of silver enabled Republicans to push a gold standard. It contends Bryan and allied leaders shifted to anti imperialism in 1900, surrendering the silver cause, while gold advocates grew aggressive. It warns that keeping silver as the paramount issue could have kept Republicans on defense.
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Democratic Party
Nvith
Bryan
Mblic
Silver Democrats
Gold Democrats
Silver Ding
Lillie
Mr. Wwyan
Tht
Treachery to the Free Coinage Cause Revealed
A sharp political barb accuses a faction of betraying the free coinage cause and hints at strategic exploitation. The remark frames the confession as weakness, implying Republican aims take advantage.
Free coinage debate reveals Democrats' stance in Congress
The text argues Democrats failed to take a record on free coinage in the House while Republicans pushed gold standard. It notes Democrats abstained or voted for the Republican bill, leaving uncertainty about their support for free coinage. It cites Montana papers claiming Democratic backing for free coinage at 16 to 1 and predicts next campaign positions.
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House of Representatives
Vollig
Democratic Party
Inter Mountain
Eine Montana
Miss Roberts Speaks On Polygamy And Public Harassment
The Anaconda Standard reports Miss Roberts recounting abuse aimed at her and her father amid polygamy debates. She contrasts Eastern and Western attitudes, condemning intrusion and calling for stronger protection of women, while noting misinterpretations by Chicago papers about papal claims and a royal seizure.
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Con
Washington City
Washington
Miss Roberts
Capitol
West
East
Gressman-Elect
Roberts
Chicago Times-Herald
Leo XIII
A Plea for Contributions to Boer Cause Provokes Outcry
A Transvaal appeal in New York seeks funds to aid the Boers against Britain. The Inter Mountain denounces neutrality violations and urges Americans to resist contributing to either side, citing Spain American War precedents and fears of anti neutral sentiment intruding into schools and public life. It condemns calls for volunteers and any funds that would bolster anti neutral actions while defending the need to uphold official neutrality.
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Etter
Transvaal
New York
Inter Mountain
South Africa
United States
Paul Kruger
Rpglana
France
Germany
Spain
Ireland
Bourke Cochran
England
Helena
Montana
Ams
Mince Pie History Tied to Christmas Table
The article notes mince pies are a Christmas staple with roots before Puritan reforms in 1653. It mentions the term Christmas pie and a cookbook description describing a manger-shaped crust, reflecting festive symbolism and the era’s dietary customs.
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Barebones
Selden
Reassuring endorsement at Syracuse Herald scene
A calm woman handed a check to the paying teller and was reminded to endorse it. The teller noted the need to sign the back to confirm repayment. The exchange carried a routine, everyday tone despite the momentary worry.
Bank teller faints after endorsement note read aloud
A humorous scene ends with a teller collapsing into the vault when reading an amusing endorsed check from Mrs. J. B. Blanks. The note promises payment and prompts surprise during a routine banking call.
Aguinaldo Junta Drives On War Effort Despite Fugitive Leader
The piece rails at the Aguinaldo junta for reporting American deaths and exaggerating Filipino victories in Luzon. It mocks Aguinaldo as a fugitive while praising the junta for continuing the war and warning that democratic press fairy tales inflate Filipino resolve.
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Aguinaldo
Copperhead
Junta
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Granite Street
Butte City, Mont
Silver Bow County
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J. H Leyson
North Main Street
Butte
Simon Banks
J. B. Blanks
Copley
Durer
Schatzlein
W. Broadway
Aguinaldo's
the Grand Opera House
G. O. McFarland
Mgr
Adalr
Jack O'Neill
Billy Jones
Jack Rowett
D. A. McMillan
Prichs
Sutton’s New Theater
G. C. McFarland
Neill Company
Beach & Bowers
Minstrels
Shan Ely
Connell
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