Reading McKinley in Bible and Washington
The piece critiques President McKinley and his temperance stance, urging supporters to study Proverbs and Washington’s farewell address. It questions McKinley’s foreign alignment with Britain and implies risks to Republican ideals, contrasting with Washington’s warnings about entangling alliances and foreign influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
The
New York News
Washington
Great Britain
Europe
Prosperity Pointers and the Dinner Pail Debate
The piece argues wage cuts and mill shutdowns reflect overproduction under McKinley prosperity rhetoric. It contends a full dinner pail no longer shields the workingman’s finances as prices rise. It questions how expanding the standing army now could set up future growth, challenging Bryan’s stance.
McKinley Silver Coinage Rate Reported
The piece notes a current ratio of 16 to 1 favoring silver and claims McKinley is coining silver at over $1,000,000 per month. It asserts four years of administration produced about $50,000,000 in coinage and mentions William’s belief in silver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W, J. Bryan
McKinley
William
Voters Face November Choice on Imperial Policy and Future Flag
The Cincinnati Enquirer warns that approving the Philippine war and pursuing colonial empire risks forcing future generations into costly wars. It urges workingmen to weigh the long term fate of their sons and the nation’s borders, urging restraint to keep the republic free from entangling alliances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Cincinnati Enquirer
East
Asia
Africa
Europe
Fathers of the Republic
Mr. McKinley
England
Philippines
Manila
McKinley urged for reelection amid critics on annexation
The Chicago Chronicle notes President McKinley faced opposition over annexation arguing forceful seizure is criminal aggression. It claims his political supporters pressed him to seek reelection while highlighting the Philippines as spoils.
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McKinley
Philippine Islands
Chicago Chronicle
Open Letter from Ex Gov Chamberlain to Andrew D White
Ex Governor D H Chamberlain writes a public letter in We st Brookfield Mass attacking Andrew D White a US ambassador in Germany He cites White's 1896 appeal to conservatives and argues for supporting Bryan over McKinley criticizing the tariff and the gold standard while condemning Hanna and his circle The piece rails at McKinleys policies and the Dingley tariff and calls for strengthening the gold standard through Bryan if necessary.
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Chamberlain
Andrew D. White
Brookfield
Mass
D. H. Chamberlain
United States
Germany
New York Tribune
J. Sterling Morton
McKinley
Bryan
Hanna
Republican Party
Congress
Acta
Lief
Democratic Party
Appeal for Iowa aid after Texas disaster
A call to Iowans to donate generously to communities suffering from a calamity in Texas. The appeal urges prompt and liberal assistance to aid survivors facing destitution and extensive property loss. It ends with a plea to show gratitude for not experiencing similar devastation.
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Iowa
Texas
Bee Hive in Fairfield Opens With Low Prices
Bargain hunters head to the Bee Hive store in Fairfield where the message promises underselling competitors and quick cash sales. New and up-to-date goods arrive daily as the retailer touts bottom figures and big savings for shoppers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairfield
Fleece Flannel Deals This Week
This week only 59 cents per yard for heavy fleeced flannels in beautiful patterns. Limited quantities available.
Des Moines Committee to Receive Texas Flood Aid
A Des Moines committee has been named to collect and forward relief for afflicted Texas districts after the storm and flood. Members include Frank D. Jackson, David F. Witter, Isaac Brandt, Michael Flavin, J Everist Cathell, William L. Carpenter, William W. Witmer, James G. Olmsted, J D Wisenand, James G. Berryhill, and Horace L. Stetson. Additional funds may be sent to the Governor of Texas in Austin. September 15, 1900.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Frank D. Jackson
David F. Witter
Isaac Brandt
Michael Flavin
J. Everist Cathell
William L. Carpenter
William W. Witmer
James G. Olmsted
J. D. Wisenand
James G. Berryhill
Horace L. Stetson
State of
Texas
Austin
Republican Logic in Hanna’s 1893 to 1897 Claim
The Chronicle cites Hanna and others arguing that Democratic power caused ruin from 1893 to 1897, blaming repeal of the Sherman silver act and the gold standard for widespread hardship while noting Republicans now press to uphold that standard.
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Hanna
Democratic Party
Congress
Republican Party
Hannah
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Mark
Mr. Oil Trust
New York Journal
M’kinley
Wisdom
Towne
Mr. Towne
W. J. Bryan
Green Mountain
Ticonderoga
Ethan Allen
Green Mountain Boys
Continental Congress
Rorriz
Alway
Cor. Square
Junkin & Baker
Weer
F. Block
S. S
Leslie M, Shaw
Hanna the Boss
Chronicle
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