Trouble for McKinley in China and imperial policy
Special Washington Letter analyzes the Bryan anti imperial position in 1900. It argues that allied forces near Peking could push Britain to dominate China and that McKinley risks losing votes over entanglement. The piece links imperialism to a broader economic slump reflected in wages, prices, and distrust of trusts like the window glass cartel.
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Washington
Peking
White House
McKinley
China
Great Britain
Philippine
Bryan
Congress
Carl Schurz
Bourke Cochran
Dan
Bradstreet
Chicago
Porto Rico
Cuba
Republican Party
Window Glass Trust
Niagara Falls
Mark Hanna
Wage workers' prosperity driven by Republican stance
The letter argues that two years of gains mirror 1892 wage levels, noting workers paid less then for life’s basics. It claims any future improvement comes despite Republican sympathy, not because of it, as quoted by L. A. White.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Federation of Labor
L. A. White
Warning to Young Men on Campaign Issues and Future
A political appeal urges young men to vote, blaming trusts and modern Republicanism for limiting opportunity. It questions whether the youth will ignore the crisis or defend the nation’s heritage by exercising their right to vote and shape institutions.
Principles of self government and Filipino rights warned
W J Bryan argues that denying universal Declaration of Independence principles harms the nation. He warns that neglecting self government will hurt the poor and that trade wealth should not trump human rights for Filipinos, suggesting money should not override justice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Bryan
Troublesome Teddy threatens Michigan Republican unity
The piece argues Roosevelt risks derailing the Republican ticket as Michigan Republicans fear his anti imperialist stances and unpredictable rhetoric. It suggests Teddy could become the Burchard of the campaign and a symbol of the era’s religious and political tensions.
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McKinley
Roosevelt
Michigan
Teddy
Peninsula
Vermont
Osevelt
Burchard
Platform of Liberty Congress on Imperial Policy
The statement argues against McKinley era policies abroad and colonial taxation. It denounces Puerto Rico taxation without representation and Philippine war actions, asserting liberty requires constitutional safeguards and representation. It emphasizes citizen rights against arbitrary legislative and executive power.
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McKinley
Porto Rico
Philippines
Platform of Liberty Congress
Election Delays Highlight Public Questions After Vote
The coming November election gains urgency from many public questions postponed by the Republican administration until after the polls. Critics say the delay avoids exposing Republican plans on trusts and imperialism, arguing the party fears hurting its election results by addressing these issues now.
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Party of
New York News
Pingree Calls for Purging Hanna McKinley Ties
Governor Pingree denounces Hanna McKinley influence in the Republican Party and urges depowering the trusts threat. He questions China and Philippine actions, criticizes tariff manipulation, and predicts Democratic victory if Ohio leaders stay in control. He vows to speak out despite party pressure.
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Republican Party
Hanna
Republic
Michigan
Hanna-MecKinley Gang
United States
The
Free and Land of the Brave
Pingree
China
Hanna-McKinley
Republican
Page Fence Company
Ohio
National Republican Party
John Bull
Repubican
Washington
Josiar Earns His Salt in Market Quotation Debate
Farmer Corntessel and his wife discuss market quotes and Josiar's standing. The exchange, quoted from the Washington Star, shows a family weighing fairness and Josiar's value in prices, concluding he earns his salt, nearly earning his pepper instead.
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Josiar
Corntessel
Washington Star
When Sign Do We Trust on Mars Field
A verse asks if national symbols will be replaced by war and tyranny. It compares Columbia, the Eagle, Liberty, and other emblems to Cain and questions whether the flag’s colors will fade as bloodshed grows on the Field of Mars. The diction invokes religious and political imagery to protest perceived erosion of liberty.
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China
Hanna-McKinley
Spain
Philippine Islands
Hannas
McKinleys
Trusts
Legation
Hanna
MacKinley
Manila
Philippines
Ohio
Teddy Roosevelt
McKinley
Drummers Join National Association Antitrust League Growth
The Commercial Travelers and Hotelmen Anti-Trust league, led by William Hoge and E M Tierney, has joined the National Association of Democratic Clubs. From two founders it grew to 60,000 members and aims to enroll 300,000 voters for Bryan and Stevenson by election time, boosting the Democrats at the Indianapolis quadrennial convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Association of Democratic Clubs
W. R. Hearst
Commercial Travelers’ and Hotelmen’s Anti- Trust League
Bryan and
Stevenson
Indianapolis
Anti-Trust League
William Hoge
Hoge
E. M. Tierney
Elmira
Death of Mrs. Maria Campbell at Abingdon
Mrs. Maria Campbell, wife of Nelson Campbell, died Saturday morning in Abingdon. Born February 26, 1838 in Fayette County Ohio, she moved to Jefferson County in 1844 and lived east of Abingdon for over 50 years. Survived by husband Nelson Campbell daughter Mrs Roy Downey and sons Albert Calvin. funeral at home with burial in Abingdon cemetery.
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Maria
Nelson Campell
Abingdon
Fayette County
Ohio
Classon Campbell
Jefferson County
Roy Downey
Albert
Calvin
Campbell
Packwood Review
Cain’s New Book Offered At This Office
Readers are invited to purchase Cain’s latest book at this office to stay informed on current political issues. The notice emphasizes timely access to the work and directs attention to the book sale location.
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Cain
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New York Journal
Michigan Republican State Committee
A. T. Bliss
Detroit
Tribune
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O. F. Block
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Freedom
Mars
Pluto
Christ
Army OF Drummers
National Association
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