England's gold standard debate widens rift in politics
The Times-Post argues there is no chance of an international monetary agreement and gold standard supporters push for noncommittal currency policy. London figures show opposition to bimetallism from Harcourt and Balfour allies, while Chicago Record editorializes on money volume and gold coin in circulation. A mayoral private communication fails to materialize, prompting critics to warn of political consequences if prolonged.
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Times-Post
New York City
Germany
England
William V. Harcourt
Gold Standard Committee
Lord Salisbury
Balfour
Henry Chaplin
London
Bank of England
Lively political barbs and local notes in Montpelier
A clipped editorial style discourses on local politics and public figures. It mocks a Laporte liar, comments on saloon policies and Sunday closures, notes Montexier’s anticipated shock, and quips about Wurmey’s presidential bid. It also references Peck’s shift to humor lectures, and jibes at Jerry Simpson and gold policy debates.
Women the toast in Burdette’s quip on home and heart
The quip praises women for steadfast home care and patient labor. It contrasts skills like handling children and managing a household with the rougher tasks men perform, casting a warm, affectionate light on wives, sisters, and mothers.
Money in the Country Reveals Circulation Figures
Kilpatrick shows the United States money in circulation at about 1.606 billion dollars or 23 dollars per person. He notes large bank reserves and custody holdings that reduce active circulation, suggesting actual circulating media may be closer to 12 dollars per person after deductions for reserves, bank holdings, and untouchable gold.
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Chicago
Kilpatrick
New Orleans
Treasury
Among Our Exchanges and Civic Musings
Republican presidential hopefuls avoid meddling with the financial market while Cleveland era gold policy draws comment. A Columbus Indiana laborer drowns after cramp while fetching kittens at White River, about which quips are made. An out west editor notes many odd trades and calls for restraint by delegates to the Democratic state convention in Ohio.
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Harrison
McKinley
New York Mercury
Columbus
Ind
Jas. Briggs
White River
Cleveland Press
Cleveland
Brice
Wall Street
Ohio
Will of the people on the free coinage debate
The piece notes that voters should choose delegates with firm views on free coinage of silver. It reports debates between Roswell G. Harr and W. H. Harvey, with exchanges over a public challenge and wagers. An aside mentions a former railroad worker blacklisted in England for striking. A local coin find in Green township is described as Spanish dated 1781, possibly dropped near an old canal site.
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Lindsay Courier
Roswell G. Harr
Michigan
W. H. Harvey
Financial School
Harvey
Mail
Express
New York Mercury
Edward Edwards
Union Pacific Railroad
England
Avilla News
Green Township
Bert McCoy
Free and Unlimited Coinage of Silver From a Business View
Readers are urged to study Charles H. Bliss's analysis on free coinage of silver from a business perspective. The pamphlet is highly recommended and available for 10 cents at the True Post Office. mail orders will be promptly filled.
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Charles H. Bliss
Trues-Post Office
Water restrictions urged by mayor amid drought
Executive message from Mayor C B Daxtry calls residents to conserve water as supply runs low. Sparks enforcement of bylaws bywater works trustees restricting sprinkling to 7 pm to 8:20 am and 9 am. warns fines, shutoffs, and prosecution for waste. June 10, 1995.
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Water Works Trustees
C. B. Daxtry
Asphalt Pavement Types and Global Spread
The article describes two asphalt paving forms. Natural bituminous limestone, ground and heated, used in Paris. and an artificial sandstone made of silica sand and asphalt, heated and mixed with limestone. It highlights a Trinidad asphalt lake, widespread adoption in North America, costs, and five-year guarantees, noting slipperiness issues with the natural form and durability with the sand mix.
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France
Hanover
Sicily
Europe
Paris
Trinidad
America
United States
Canada
F. V. Greene
Women as guides at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Six southern women including Miss Fannie Gilman and Mrs Diana Danforth serve as guides at the U S Bureau of Engraving and Printing. They pass civil service tests, supervise visitors, and must refuse gifts while ensuring access and safety during tours of the money-making building.
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Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Washington
Fannie Gilman
Baltimore
Wilhelmina Ballman
Diana Danforth
Forest Glen
Myrtle Daffy
Wheeling
McCarthy
Lottie Adams
Tennessee
Bureau
Watch
French Monument at Waterloo Remembered at Last
A Waterloo report notes plans to erect a monument in memory of French fallen at the battle. The Comité du Souvenir Français leads the effort, pressing the project forward as the matter in hand.
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Waterloo
Comite
Miller and Meyer Warm-Lunch Service Notice
A daily warm lunch run operates from 9 to 12 each morning at Miller and Meyer located at 104. The service aims to provide midday meals to patrons in a compact, community-centered setup.
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Miller & Meyer
Calhoun
E ‘Miller & Meyer
Wide Tires for Wagons Demand by Farmers Rise
Dealers report growing farmer demand for wide tire wagons as roads reform gains momentum. Legislation in many states pushes compulsory adoption, with New Jersey already enforcing it. Farmers in Vermont and elsewhere favor wide tires for highway preservation and reduced rutting, signaling possible near disappearance of narrow tires within five years.
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Vermont
New Jersey
Gowns And Hats On Trendy Straw Braid Styles
Fashion notes describe fancy straw braids and lace trimmed chiffons for girls theater wear, with square necklines, tulle and ribbon collars. Hats feature multi colored flowers and decorative straw trims, including snow white and green tones. House costumes show rose bengaline outfits with watteau backs and puffed mousseline fronts. Judic Chollet.
Rosebery Finds Enchantress in Pleasure Yacht Affair
Lord Rosebery is now spending all his time with a new Enchantress described as a pleasure yacht, per the Boston Journal. The report notes the pairing as a notable personal development for the noble figure.
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Lord Rosebery
Boston Journal
Government tender lands tanks at Gray Gables
The New York Sun notes a government tender delivered armored tanks to Gray Gables and anticipates forthcoming transport to the president's residence. The brief item emphasizes military readiness and executive proximity without detailing contractors or dates.
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Gray Gables
New York Sun
Niagara Falls Excursion Rates to Canada and Lake Trips
Lake Erie & Western R R announces August 8 1895 excursion to Niagara Falls Cleveland Chautauqua Buffalo with side trips to Lewiston Toronto Thousand Islands and Lake Ontario. Includes Sunday at the Falls returns Aug 11 or Aug 18 with sleeping car and dining options and reduced admission to nearby sights. Tickets available through agents or CF Daly Indianapolis Gen Pass Agent.
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Lima
Fort Wayne
Corre
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Lewiston
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Falls
Garfield
Lake Erie & Western R. R
Daly
Pass
Ind
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