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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1896
Page
1
The text notes ninety two populists nine democrats and two free silver republicans in the Kansas legislature and asks if it is anarchistic or revolutionary to try shaping government within constitutional bounds.
The McKinley vote over that cast for Bryan in Iowa will be about 65 000. The exact figures can probably be given next week.
Some Republican leaders oppose high tariff legislation and favor inviting gold Democrats to the front seats of the party, signaling a shift in intra party alignment and strategy.
In the district election all counties went for the Republican candidate except Lee. Des Moines county supported McKinley by about 900 votes over Bryan. The district overall shows a Republican margin near 3,600 votes.
Governor Drake convokes a special legislative session on the 19th to codify laws and take steps to improve state institutions, focusing on legal reform and public governance.
The text notes optimism for improved business and higher farm product prices while acknowledging large stories of a broader business revival already emerging among factories.
The article notes no uprisings nationwide after McKinley’s election result. Anarchists show restraint while the defeated party seems to accept defeat with notable composure and questions Mr Lauterbach of New York’s possible reaction.
Henry Clews, the New York banker who has forecast favorable times after every bond sale for three years, writes another letter claiming good times are certain. Caution remains wise, as Crews could be mistaken.
Horace Boies ran four votes behind James B. Weaver in Jefferson county as a presidential elector. He missed by one vote on the democratic ticket and three on the populist ticket. the county went nearly 2,500 against him. Once a popular governor he tangled his position on the financial question and lost support.
Mr. Bryan replies to Siegel Cooper & Co of New York turning down a four year plan to join their law firm. He states he will devote time to advocating bimetallism during the next four years and cannot consider their proposition. He thanks them for the confidence.
The writer questions whether the Republican victory will lead to real financial reform or continued drift. They urge bold action to retire greenbacks and secure the gold standard, criticizing timid, mixed policies between silver and gold and warning that delays reward trusts with tariff increases.
Mrs. Phoebe Thomas of Junction City Illinois was told she had consumption and had no hope, but two bottles of Dr. King's New Discovery cured her. Mr. Thos Eggers of 139 Florida Street San Francisco recovered from a dreadfully cold approaching consumption after one bottle, with two weeks to full recovery. Free trial bottles at Clarke's drug store. Regular size 50c and 1.00.
The passage argues the Democratic party lost support not just over free coinage but also due to additional unnecessary proposals, making the platform too heavy for voters. It stresses the overreach weakened the slate compared with a simpler stance.
Inter Ocean notes gold democrats helped elect McKinley and argues Republicans seek higher tariffs to boost prosperity. It labels tariff policy as raising prices for consumers and mocks the rich benefiting at the expense of the poor.
In Lincoln Nebraska on November 5 Senator Jones informed Wm McKinley of his election and Mr Bryan promptly sent congratulations stating the American people have spoken and their will is law. The dispatch follows McKinley’s reply to Mr MecKinley.
President William McKinley responds to William Jennings Bryan in Lincoln Nebraska with thanks for congratulations and best wishes for Bryan's health and happiness. The cordial exchange reflects a respectful political courtesy between rival figures.
The text notes talk of a new democratic daily in Des Moines amid dissatisfaction with the Leader over free coinage agitation. It warns the venture needs at least one hundred thousand dollars, and suggests the Leader may become independent or republican, opening room for a Democratic paper.
The piece criticizes a platform plank urged by Altgeld for attacking the president over using the army to protect mail and interstate traffic during a Chicago mob demonstration. It argues the action hurt the Democrats, aided Republicans, and calls for less radical, more reasonable party leadership in the next campaign.
Old people needing medicine to regulate bowels and kidneys are advised Electric Bitters. The tonic acts mildly on the stomach and bowels, strengthens and tones organs, aids nature, and improves digestion. Price 50c and 1.00 per bottle at Clarke's drug store.
A humorous exchange unfolds with a surgeon asserting anatomical knowledge while another retorts that DeWitt's Little Early Risers would locate and shake any liver. The line ends with a sales note: Sold by Bradshaw & Thoma.
The late Democratic candidate offers personal thanks for support and votes. He expresses gratitude to supporters, volunteers, and party members for their backing during his campaign.
Public figure W. J. Bryan asserts support for free and unlimited coinage of gold and silver at the 16 to 1 legal ratio without waiting for any other nation.
Former Senator William Jennings Bryan addresses bi metallists nationwide urging perseverance despite defeat. He asserts gold standard opponents faced misdirection and that international bimetallism will prevail, pledging renewed effort, unity among Democratic Populist and silver groups, and future victory.
Senator Butler argues that shifting 25 000 votes from McKinley to Bryan across nine states would have given Bryan all nine states listed and boosted his electoral college tally to 227, exceeding the presidency by three.
Jones states Bryan led a fierce, tainted campaign with fraud and intimidation claims. He notes Bryan’s electors won most southern states minus West Virginia and western states minus California and Oregon, totaling 190 electoral votes, with final results possible. Jones pledges support for the gold standard and the Democratic Party’s continued push for a bimetallic system.
The Tribune offers four months of reduced subscription rates to one dollar per year in cash in advance, with old rates for arrears through September. The New York Journal comments on McKinley’s victory, its effect on trusts and finance, and calls for business stability and acceptance of the new administration.
An old advertisement promotes Bucklen s Arnica Salve as the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions with a promise of cure or money back. It notes a 25 cent per box price and sale by Geo. D. Clarke.
The advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as purifying blood and enriching the system. It claims to tone the stomach and confer vigor, insisting disease cannot enter a body fortified by this tonic.
An advertisement states Hood's Pills cure nausea headache indigestion and biliousness and are available from all druggists at 25 cents per box.
Comparison of historical message delivery by postboys with the advent of the telephone. Claims immediate relief by One Minute Cough Cure sold by Bradshaw and Thoma, highlighting a quick remedy for coughs in contrast to slow methods.
The note urges paying overdue subscription to regain access and enjoy the reduced rate benefits at once. It emphasizes immediate eligibility once payment is received, highlighting the financial advantage of clearing arrears.
The piece argues fusion between Democrats and Populists in Bryan era elections generally fails. It notes incomplete fusion, declines in both factions, and warns that party loyalty weakens when cross party tickets form. Voters act by own will, limiting leaders reach. The piece cites Texas as a failed example.
An advertisement claims neuralgia stems from nerve distress and touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as the one true blood purifier and nerve builder. The copy urges readers to use the tonic to improve health and vitality.
The length of life may be increased by lessening its dangers. The majority of people die from lung has. These may be averted by promptly using One Minute Cough Cure. Sold by
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