Democratic Platform Voices Imperialism Critique and Reform
The document denounces imperial policies in Porto Rico and the Philippines, upholds Monroe Doctrine, opposes militarism, and pledges antitrust warfare. It calls for tariff reform, trust control, interstate commerce expansion, and a return to bimetallic monetary standards with silver and gold coinage. The platform reaffirms Chicago 1896 principles and condemns current Republican policies.
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Declaration of Principles Opposes National Bank Currency Plan
The text argues against a permanent national bank currency and a growing national debt benefiting banks. It calls for retirement of national bank notes, direct election of senators, and expansion of labor rights, pensions, statehood promises for territories, and aggressive US control of the Nicaraguan canal. It condemns Hay-Pauncefote, supports tariffs, and urges economy while criticizing war taxes and subsidies. It appeals to liberty-loving Americans to back its platform.
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Round Trip Tickets to Multiple Western Destinations
Round trip tickets to Denver Colorado Springs Manitou Pueblo Salt Lake City OgdenUtah sold from Chicago and East of Missouri June 19 20 July 8 9 17 and August 1 7 21 From Omaha St Joseph and Kansas City June 16 21 July 8 7 9 10 17 18 and August 2 7 21 by the
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Missouri River
Omaha
St. Joseph
Kansas City
The Winger Nails Reflect Beliefs on Destiny and Nails
In historical superstition nails reveal fate. Wax and soot tests sunlight to show signs. Red spotted nails imply hot temper. pale nails suggest melancholy. narrow nails hint ambition. round nails denote lovers of knowledge. small nails mark obstinacy. broad nails signify gentleness.
Army Food and Ammunition Demands Calculated in Harper's Weekly
Captain Zalinski estimates the daily needs for a 150,000 man force: 525,000 pounds of food for soldiers and 1,850,000 pounds for 90,000 animals, totaling about 1.875 million pounds daily or just over 8 tons. The estimate assumes minimums: 3.5 pounds per soldier per day and 15 pounds per animal, with 80,000 cavalry and 10,000 animals kept for losses, plus 50,000 animals for transport and equipment.
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Harper’s Weekly
Reading Aloud From Cookbook Sparks Kitchen Noise
In Chicago Record style, a playful note with Josephine and Julius debating a new cook’s listening at the keyhole. The dialogue hints at domestic quirks and community gossip about household help.
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Julius
Chicago Record
Carload Orange and Lemon Estimates Given
A carload of oranges will average 840 boxes with about 176 oranges per box. A carload of lemons will average 28 boxes with 360 lemons per box.
Money to Lend and Custodian Services Offer
Real estate or personal security loans at reasonable rates for both long and short terms. Banking practice conducted liberally within safety. Acts as custodian of wills and valuable papers at no charge. Interest paid on deposits for at least six months.
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