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Newspaper
Emmet County Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1900
Page
4
A fragmented account recalls Bryan versus Taft era tension over free trade and protective tariffs. It highlights how Bryan’s win fueled labor concerns, price pressures, and shifting public opinion on wage standards, with references to Wilsonian trade policy and congressional battles shaping economic policy.
A political pamphlet argues that current labor and price conditions favor prosperity under present tariff and policy, contrasting with past times. It urges voters to back a candidate who supports ongoing prosperity, citing wheat consumption data from earlier eras as proof.
The piece outlines Bryan's broad campaign hopes and fears as he runs across multiple parties on a platform advocating free silver and imperial expansion. It notes reactions from Democrats, Populists, and silver Republicans, with concerns about turnout, party loyalty, and the impact on the November vote.
A Sioux Falls report describes a speech by Senator Pettigrew denying Roosevelt read his San Juan Hill regiment. A Rough Rider rode 130 miles to confront the claim, declaring anyone saying Roosevelt did not lead the charge a coward and a liar. The incident prompted political backpedaling from the mayor.
Chicago pupils benefit from the Penny Savings Society as a 30 ton figure is cited for money deposited by children last year. The article notes per capita deposits in Chicago schools and reports on the society’s efforts to encourage thrift among students and families.
An excerpted report reflects a Bryan campaign speech in Milwaukee criticizing prosperity fears and wage issues, urging workers to reconsider present prosperity. It notes a rise in cotton consumption and quotes responses from voters, with scattered references to industry and tariffs.
William McKinley’s election ushers in a new era as Vinice Grey, county supervisor, dreams of paying the mortgage with better farm prices. In Boonsville, her father seeks a loan to buy calves, hoping Republican times lift prices. The tale follows their cautious optimism, debate over silver and coinage, and a brittle faith in rapid economic improvement.
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