Democratic party fences and Bryan’s wartime plan
A political analysis claims Democrats falsely cast themselves as patient while pressing for 1900 and 1909 moves. It argues the GOP aims to undermine Bryan in 1899 and that McKinley’s Spain campaign and Dewey’s victory shaped a national duty. The piece contends Democrats exploited war events for political gain.
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Democratic Party
Bryan
Republican Party
Dlderman
Mr. Bryan
McKinley
Spain
Philippine Islands
Unite States
Dewey
Manila
Panvillo
United States
Democratic machine on trial in anti imperialism era
The piece traces how Bryan shifted to anti imperialism to frame a new issue against imperial policy in the Philippines. It criticizes democratic leaders for failing to unite voters, notes Republican trust busts as effective, and highlights postmaster George Irvin’s improvements in Butte. It also reports McKinley’s western trip cancellation due to Mrs. McKinley’s health and Anaconda Standard urging more troops to the Philippines with transport from San Francisco.
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Andrew Carnegie
Bryan
Philippines
Knights of the Crelden Circle
Copperhead
St. Louis
Republican Party
Point
Ohio
McKinley
Union
Montana
George Irvin
Butte
Busini
Trvin
Post Office
Inter Mountain
San Francisco
Valencia
Manila
Washington
Goebel Nomination Marks Democratic Governor Race
The Louisville convention nominated Goebel for governor amid intense partisan commentary. The piece notes his rise as the party idol and hints at expected Democratic criticism of opponents. A Helena Independent defense by Gov Smith is referenced, with fuller coverage in today's Inter Mountain.
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Louisville
Goebel
Movernor Smith
Helena
Inter Mountain
Who Are the Bolters in Montana Silver Debate
The Helena Independent defends the silver cause while denouncing the Inter Mountain for allegedly implying the Democratic party would bolt. It recalls partisan shifts on free coinage from 1896 to 1900, arguing the Inter Mountain criticizes silver advocacy and exposes Democratic hypocrisy without swallowing the party. The piece defends silver as the true issue amid political maneuvering.
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Democratic Party
Helena
Inter
Independent
Inter Mountain
Bali
Coleversal Dictionary
The
Dematic
Democracy
Congress
Grover
Montana
Pesmarrane
Aliver
Péase
Fidelity to Silver from Bryan Era to Modern Press
A fragment reflecting on continued devotion to silver standard ideals shaping Democratic party newspapers from the Bryan era onward, tracing editorial emphasis and financial cautions across decades.
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Ress
Bryan
Governor Smith Defends Actions In Mine Strike Row
Helena Independent reports Governor Smith defended his relief subscription for Coeur dAlene miners and denied ordering arrests in Montana. He accused labor leaders of misrepresentation, cited military actions as under civil authority, and said he did not condemn anyone. The governor noted no complaints about specific arrests and said discussions with committee members yielded no resolution.
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Helena
Dispatchea
Buttere
Smith
Coeur d’Alenes
Montana
Uvy
Merriam
Ges Ittely
Soverkoy
Tdaho
Missouri County
Missouti County
Putte
Roger
Maher
Wardher
Mettinim
Idaho
Meen
Governor Smith Reaffirms Civil Authority Over Idaho Escapes
A Montana governor’s message to Missoula County sheriff confirms cooperation with civil authorities to arrest law breakers fleeing Idaho. The reply emphasizes acting under civil law, not martial rule, and praises directing troops only by state authorities.
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Lyon
Smith
Missoula County
Idaho
Merriam
Montana
Coeur d'Alenes
Sherry Egg Trick Loyal to a Penny Saver
In a Philadelphia Inquirer anecdote a wily patron orders sherry, adds a raw egg from his coat pocket, and drinks it from a wingglass, saving five cents per drink. The bartender confirms the ruse and notes the eggs look freshly laid while wondering where he sources them.
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Philadelphia Inquirer
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Omaha
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V. Kemper
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Pride of the West Lodge
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J.B. Haggin
Donahoe Marcus Daly & Co
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Europa
Joseph V. Long
Chung
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Butte, Mont
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