Political clash over protection and militarism in party lines
The piece critiques Democrat and Republican stances on tariffs protection and reciprocity, federal intervention to preserve order, and anti trust policy. It argues Republicans favor strong government, while Democrats hypocritically claim free coinage. It questions the party positions on militarism and expansion, urging voters to decide if patriotism equals militarism before the election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
United States
van Wyck
Tammany
Switzerland
Democratic Party Sa
Philippines
United Soates
Restere
Hawaii
Spain
Cuba
Council Board of Nations
China
Montana
Standard Or
Miner
Washington
Grant
Beleavae
Churches Should Stand Together Against Uprising Blame
The passage argues that all churches share responsibility for religious strife due to ignorance and fanaticism among Chinese and West religious groups. It condemns targeting one church and urges unity to avoid provoking further violence while warning that converts and believers face danger of slaughter if given up on peace.
Vote the republican ticket for protection and order
A Butte reader urges voting Republican for protection and reciprocity, jobs for mill hands, markets for western products, firm island policy, and law and order. He attacks Democrats as free trade backers who ruin prosperity and seek dissatisfaction. He appeals to peaceful workers seeking property protection and steady business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte
Republican Party
Democratic Party
Analysis of 1896 platform compares with this year
Mr Crafton T Lewin of New York analyzes the democratic platform of this year versus 1896. His conclusions are forceful and worded to provoke reflection, arguing that the language used by the party reveals underlying political currents and aims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crafton T. Lewin
New York
Fragmented OCR Note on Private Access and Pressure System
A damaged OCR fragment mentions private access limits and a device operated by a button press. It references someone named Landon Mall and hints at attorney power within a framework. The readable text is unclear and lacks a complete event.
China a Land of Many Names and Dynastic Terms
The article surveys the many names given by Chinese to their country and people, tracing terms from Chung Kwok the Middle Kingdom to Cathay and Han-tze. It notes age based name customs, titles, and the social impact of names from milk to permanent name, tong name, and official names.
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New York
Tsiu
Istra
Mmin-Chow
Four Seas
Middle Kingdom
China
England
Germany
America
Kitah
Pollah
Ghinaman
Ilke
Zens
Old
Rome
Disturbance and Bryanism as Threat to Republic
The text argues that disturbance and factional fanaticism threaten orderly progress. It portrays Bryanism as a dominant adversary to the republic, social enlightenment, and freedom, urging decisive action to crush it to prevent chaos and authoritarian drift. It emphasizes dangers of revolutionary mobs and radicalism in pursuit of power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Semei Gogues
Depener
Robespierres
Marais
Kansas City
The Grand Jury as Court Inquiry Tool
A local editorial argues grand juries rest with the court and should investigate county officials’ work to inform taxpayers. Officials praised for diligence welcome a thorough inquiry while baseless charges gain nothing. The piece says the suggestion about Thier Mountain was for taxpayer awareness, not to reflect on offices.
The Standard's Injustice on a Labor Lecture
The Standard reported on A. M. Dewey's Thursday lecture on the future of labor at the Auditorium, alleging government agents were biased and accusing Dewey of backing Debs to siphon votes from the Democratic ticket. The piece also claimed Dewey was not a good labor advocate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. M. Dewey
Washington, D.C
Standard
Debs
Dewey
Bryan's Filipino Policy Debate in Chicago Tribune
The Chicago Tribune argues that if Bryan is elected he cannot unilaterally promise Philippine independence. It notes Congress holds power over territory and urges patience, warning that a Bryan presidency would face a delayed path to independence, with potential turmoil for insular governance and foreign relations.
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Chicago Tribune
Philippines
Bryan
Central
South America
Congress
United States
Philippine Islands
Demerats
Ttia
House of Representatives
McKinley
Johnson
Milipinos
Islands
Maniia
Aquina Ue
Public printer appointment claims disputed by Dewey in Butte
William Dewey denounces rumors of backing a “rat” printer for Washington public printer under the current administration. He states his Civil Service position since 1893 under Cleveland, explains unionist editor Edwards’ failed candidacy, and condemns alleged coercion. Dewey asserts no intent to influence value or vote, and cites past events involving George Chance, Ox Cummings, and Edwarda.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Dewey
Standard
Inter Mountain
Kultor
Butte
McKinley
Debs
Department of Labor
Civil Service
Cleveland
Ashington
Palmer
Harrison
Charles W. Edwards
Delaware
King
George Chance
Philadelphia
Edwards
Edwarda
Wilmington
Del
Ox Cummings
Howarda
New York Sun
Typographical Union
Foreign Population in China Estimates 1898 1899
Mr. Fowler the American consul at Chee Poo prepared for the home government a table detailing the foreign population of China. The figures reflect estimates for 1898 and 1899.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peeeene
Inavban
Amati
TOD Si Sear Aever
China
Constitution Awd Flag Debate in Helena Herald
The Helena Herald discusses precedents set by Thomas Teffer and Abraham Zincoma on whether the constitution follows the flag. It argues that extending citizenship to territories would grant rights to inhabitants of Porto Rico and the Philippines, benefiting employers of labor and provoking Democratic calls for exceptions to Jeffersonian doctrine.
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Helena
Thomas Tefferson
Abraham Zincoma
Porto Rico
Philippines
Montana
Jefferson
Wireless clocks showcased at Burlington House exhibit
The Royal Society annual conversazione at Burlington House displayed a clock controlled remotely by wireless telegraphy. Richard Kerr, F G S Ree, presented a system claiming synchronized London clocks via a single master, illustrating the invention’s vast potential.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Society
Burlington House
Richard Kerr
F. G
London
Prominent Figures and Imperial Affairs in Brief
A fragmentary item notes a German crew and an expedition planned with notable names including Duke of Abruzzi's party. It mentions Charles V Cusachs’s appointment at the US Naval Academy, Harvard ties, and a Beijing to England guest list with royal visit. Includes references to Sir Claude MacDonald and Egyptian campaigns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles V Cusachs
Harvard University
Spaniah
United States Naval Academy
Annapolis
University of Burcpa
Claude MacDonald
China
Jad Bhafi
Notice to Contractors for Bilver Bow County Timber Sale
Sealed bids for 100 cords of timber will be received by the Bilver Bow County Board of Commissioners. Bids must be delivered to the County Clerk by 10 o’clock a.m. Monday Ys 1900. The board reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
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Peceny
Elven
Board of Count Commissionera
Bilver Bow County
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Mondat
Confucius
Yellowstone National Park
Landon Mall
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Tein Wang
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Tituh
Taotal
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Ferane
Oie
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Willuge
Jesty
Prince
Schatzlein Paint CO
Sowny
Basin Ice Company
Mclean
Propictor
Granite Butte
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Main Sr
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East Park Street
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Lee Davenport
Sage & Arnstein
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