Candidacy talk and silver coinage in 1896 politics
Indianapolis prospects favor Governor Claude Matthews for the Democratic presidential nomination as money and silver issues stir Indiana, with support from Huntington Democrats and comments by supporters and editors. References span national and state figures, editorial stances on free coinage, and related political chatter from Maxinkuckee and other locales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kokomo Dispatch
the Chronicle
Chicago
Indianapolis
Claude Matthews
Seoul
Atthews
Yernor Matthews
Indiana
Huntington Democrat
James Murdock
Lafayette
Matthews
New York
West
Wealth and Love Test a Girl Named Snowypearl's Fate
Grandpa recounts a tale of Snowypearl a wealthy girl who marries for station while a humble diligent suitor loves her The man rises in life after years apart while Snowypearl loses wealth and happiness The story ends with a reflection that life is not measured until death and poverty can bar true love
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grandpa
Flo
Hazel
Mrs
Snowypearl
Snowy Pearl
Mrs. Blank
Bond syndicate dodges gold drain fears in 1895 deal
Washington notes questions about the February 8, 1895 contract in which a bond syndicate paid $65,000 in gold for $65,400,000 in 4 percent bonds. Officials deny importing only a quarter of the gold and warn against another treasury drain. Debate grows over silver policy and party strategy ahead of national conventions as speculation swirls about a possible new bond issue and political realignments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
Treasury
Hamlin
Harris
Jones
Arkansas
Turpie
Ohio
Kentucky
Nickel Plate To Sell 200 Mile Round Trip Tickets
On July 8 and 4 the Nickel Plate road will offer round trip tickets between points on its lines within a 200 mile radius for a single fare. Valid for return through July 5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nickel Plate Road
Lake Erie and Western Excursions Schedule
Travel offers with low rates for trips to Baltimore Boston Chattanooga Denver Niagara Falls Rome City and Island Park Assembly. Dates include July 16 17 August 19 25 June 25 27 July 4 6 July 29 August 14 and July 3 4 for 200 mile radius travel on Lake Erie and Western routes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Baptist Y. BP
Boston
Knights Templar
Y. In S. Co
Island Park Assembly
Excursion Tickets Boost July Fourth Ride From Nickel Plate
The Nickel Plate road plans to sell excursion tickets July 3 and 4 with return on July 5 within a 200 mile radius. One fare for round trips, reflecting Fourth of July travel, as announced in the Texas Siftings item.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Britain
Europe
Are you going to the Browns dance
Cartoon gag style exchange about a social dance and a witty doctor pay dispute. The snippets display dated humor from Punch and Staatsanzeiger. The conversation touches on youth, weight, finances, and summer plans with social shorthand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Caller
Beguiled Dialogues Spark Crackling Newspaper Bits
Fragile snippets and wry exchanges unfold across papers. A Detroit Tribune line mocks gown buzz and grades while an Indianapolis Journal quips on despair and poison. A Washington Star gag follows a bold seven shooter article claim and a New York World joke about a dollar sign superstition.
NEWEST COIFFURES AND PARISIAN NOTES FASHION
Fashion notes cover hairdressing trends from pompadours and fringes to wave styles and the new undulator, plus accessories like tortoise shell pins and aigrets. The Parisian notes describe ruches, ribbons, and capes, with silhouettes featuring larger collars, voluminous skirts, and color trends for footwear and fabrics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Alice Varnum
Drapery Walls: How to Install Cretonnes and Woolens
Directions for lining walls with drapery fabrics cover measuring rooms furred all around top and baseboard with double furring at corners. Remove gas pipe brackets, apply pine furring, attach with nails, and fit frieze or dado with proper joints. Cut sections to match figures and press seams before joining.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Charles “H. Bliss
Teliverel Wy Sartier
the Times-Post CO
Fort. Wayne, MD
Times-Post
Fort Wayne
Ind
Connersville
Maxinkuckee
Samp Bulwer
Chronicle of Civilization
Cleveland
Indiana Editorial Association
Briver
Tyre
Oldbangs
Etate Silver
Ciana
Maxim
Echaia
Seqtel
Lake Erie
Marie
Georgia
Art Wate
Gus Snobberly
Gus
Apelles
Greece
Detroit Tribune
Indianapolis Journal
Washington Star
Hilla
Mille
Hille
Mills
New York World
Frankie
Miss Tender
New York Times
National
Lincoln
Will Advocate
F. Berry
Fort Wayne, Inc
Times—Post
East Berry Street
Trms- Post
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