Denunciations of President Cleveland in English papers
The English newspapers are very pitter in their denunciation of President Cleveland.
25 Dec 1895
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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1895
Page
1
The English newspapers are very pitter in their denunciation of President Cleveland.
A prominent Democrat who drafted the Monroe Doctrine presses for formal recognition and backing of the policy, asserting its enduring relevance in current diplomacy.
The article quotes strong American sentiment about defeating England once more, noting that many would welcome a chance to strike again. It reflects wartime mood and rhetorical calls for renewed conflict.
C. E. Foote, a fiery Republican editor long seen as quarrelsome and often drinking, arrived in Fairfield to run the Journal and now serves as the private secretary to a political ally who won a seat in Congress last fall.
The prohibitionist national committee denied a request from reform leaders for a joint conference next March to pursue a unified party for the 1896 presidential contest.
The speaker lauds Uncle Grover for steadfast courage in foreign policy, contrasting him with others who boast or rush into conflicts. He is described as honest and direct, acting in defense of American principles when needed.
The report indicates President Cleveland will appoint three commissioners to examine the Venezuela boundary dispute. The potential appointees include former U S Senator George F Edmunds of Vermont Andrew D White president of Cornell and ex minister to Germany and Edward J Phelps former minister to England.
The piece notes Venezuela offering arbitration to England, which declines asserting greater power. The United States objects to forceful claims in the hemisphere and proposes conducting its own survey line to establish legitimate boundaries that will stand.
The president submitted a correspondence with Great Britain over the Venezuela boundary dispute and urged an arbitration commission to settle rights for both nations. He also sent a brief note to Congress highlighting the treasury’s financial condition and calling for immediate action.
The Ohio Republican congressman Grosvenor jeers at the president's message calling it a cheap and safe show of patriotism. He claims threats of foreign war are used to win support and denounces Democratic party tactics. Critics call him a demagogue while noting low expectations for his conduct.
Lord Salisbury says the Monroe doctrine is unrelated to the Venezuela matter while President Cleveland asserts it governs U S action, backed by both chambers and broad public support. The dialogue emphasizes making the doctrine a recognized element of American policy going forward.
The Springfield Republican recalls Senator Malbone of Rhode Island in 1809 and a modest funeral food item, noting a committee rejected cheese expenses but allowed crackers, contrasting with Hearst’s infamous 21 000 funeral picnic.
A Washington report describes sharp patriotic response to Cleveland’s Monroe doctrine message. Government halls sing patriotic songs as Republicans and Democrats applaud alike. Backing pours in from the National Irish Alliance and old Confederate groups ready to support, signaling rising war talk and readiness to defend American soil.
Senator Sherman asserts that money and agents decided delegates at a southern convention, accusing Massa Alger of paying for votes. He notes southern delegates were shown the money and says such purchases undermine honor and indicate the wealthiest candidate wins.
An advertisement touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as the best remedy for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. It claims to cure piles with a money back guarantee and states a price of 25 cents per box sold by Geo. D. Clarke.
The text traces the Monroe doctrine from its Jefferson and Monroe origins to its 19th century application in U S policy. It cites Cleveland's reiteration urging non interference with independent republics, warns against European colonial expansion, and supports U S arbitration and unilateral investigation if Britain refuses to arbitrate the Venezuela dispute.
Rev. J. Gunderman of Dimondale Michigan praises Dr Kings New Discovery for his wife after pneumonia and grippe with severe coughing. He notes rapid relief and recommends Clarke's drug store trial bottles free and regular sizes 50 cents and 1.00.
The Dial praises Sherman’s long career and unflinching party loyalty. The critic notes his repeated presidential ambitions and consistent support of party lines, even through scandals and changes in leadership. The excerpt ends with reference to his tenure as secretary of the treasury removing Arthur and Cornell over malfeasance at the New York customs house.
Sioux City Tribune notes President Cleveland expands Monroe doctrine to accept arbitration. If Venezuela proves lawful ownership, the U S supports peaceful transfer. conquest is rejected. The piece criticizes Lord Salisbury and defends the United States as defender of right in international disputes.
The nation unites behind the president's stance on the Venezuela dispute with Broad endorsement from political and public voices. Editors from New York Mercury Morning Advertiser Theone Philadelphia Record and others praise the Monroe doctrine defense and insist Congress should act accordingly.
The text argues U S policy rejects European territorial gain in the Americas. It cites President Cleveland's stance and endorses aggressive defense of national interests against foreign encroachment. It notes Harper of Chicago University and Judson support the policy as logical and essential.
The Washington Post lauds Grover Cleveland’s message on the Alaska boundary as a unifying patriotism. It frames the president as courageous, urging readers to see the speech as inspiring as the Declaration of Independence and Emancipation Proclamation. It vows US resolve against European encroachment and honors national unity and readiness for defense.
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