Beavy campaign rhetoric cited by local editorials
The piece critiques political rhetoric around McKinley and Bryan, arguing the president advocates patriotism without coercion and highlighting republican policies boosting Beaverhead County. It warns against turning labor and business against each other and questions Bryan's electability amid New York betting trends.
Gering Defects From Democratic ranks in Nebraska
Matthew Gering of Plattsmouth Nebraska leaves the Democratic Party amid broad defections to McKinley. Once a Bryan ally who stumped for him in 1896 and 1898 he cites Bryan’s appeal to passions as a reason for his switch. He is described as a leading Nebraska orator.
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Policies Not Persons In The 1900 Campaign
A political column argues the choice between McKinley and the opposing ticket is about principles not personalities. It warns supporters to weigh promises of expansion and Pacific commerce against calls to surrender the Philippines and potential disorder, urging independent judgment rather than family tradition.
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Not a Wind-Beater and the Jefferson Paradox
A compact opinion piece criticizes Jeffersonian political organizing while noting U S bank deposits rose after a 1893 peak and show fluctuations through 1899. It contrasts Jefferson imagery with modern political rhetoric and mentions Aguinaldo and breech-clouted patriots as a wind beater of Nebraska.
Republicans Back Federal Aid to Irrigation, Democrats Split
The article argues the Republican stance favors federal irrigation aid to boost arid western lands, while Democrats from the South oppose such measures. It notes Montana cannot fund irrigation, but nationwide action could yield increased production and homes. Kansas City Democrats reportedly blocked a related plank.
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Stevenson and silver coinage stance in 1920 race
The passage recalls Adlai Stevenson as Grover Cleveland era running mate and a “sound money” advocate. It notes public silence on any shift toward free silver and warns of possible confidence tricks aimed at populists and free silver Republicans. The letter cited is his acceptance note from eight years earlier stressing sound money.
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Roosevelt Sincerity Shapes Trust Question Speech
The article praises Governor Roosevelt for sincerity and honesty in his Cleveland trust question address. It contrasts his practical, deliverable promises with Democrats who allegedly issue impractical pledges, while Republicans aim to fulfill their commitments.
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Republican Ticket urged to curb pardoned boodling
A political column accuses a convicted boodler of bribery and voter coercion, citing free soup houses and operatives with Clark money working to swing a U S Senate bid. It calls voters to reject the candidacy by voting Republican top to bottom.
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Another Statesman Gone in Civil Life Commentary
A tribute to a prominent statesman described as shaping national policy and institutions. The piece praises his legislative skill and economic measures, recalling his memory and urging future leaders to maintain high private and public ideals. It invokes the legacy of a Sherman as a model for integrity and public service.
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