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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1896
Page
5
A brief notice lists top quality items including groceries, a line of exquisite underwear, boots and shoes, and a full selection of dry goods. The wording suggests a store advertisement highlighting variety and freshness of stock.
The piece argues for Bryan's populist stance on bimetallic money, criticizes McKinley supporters for seeking gold, and cites farmer losses, bond policies, and national economic strains. It discusses currency value, debt payment in coin, and the political divide over silver versus gold with named figures and parties. It reflects newspaper tone of the era urging voters toward Bryan and warning of industrial moneyed interests.
A congressional review critiques a proposed pot standard and related agricultural figures. The remarks reference silver valuations, agricultural products, and large monetary amounts, noting contrasts with other figures. The text appears garbled but signals debate over pricing and trade.
A brisk sales pitch questions reader’s current trading place and urges trying trials. It claims offered prices are lower than what readers pay and invites comparison to prove value and savings.
A local grocery advertises lowered prices on several items including granulated sugar 18 pounds light brown sugar 20 pounds rebuckles coffee per package Our Leader Roast Coffee per pound Fancy Japan Tea per pound Smoking Tobacco per pound Distant Plug Tobacco per pound Soap Full weight 10 bare Prunes Fancy per pound Prairie King Flour and Rice per pound with claims of the lowest prices and quality guarantee.
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