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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1900
Page
4
H W Bolender announces candidacy for nomination as Circuit Clerk of Stephenson County, pending Republican County Convention. He recalls being nominated four years ago and asks for continued Republican support, noting customary renomination for eligible officers. Date March 13, 1900.
Data show coal production rising from 806,500 tons in 1870 to 244,000,000 tons in 1899. Export figures grew from 615,260 tons valued at $2,058,080 in 1880 to 5,051,933 tons valued at $13,661,028 in 1899.
The new law fits creating small naval banks in towns of 3 000 or fewer with $25 000 capital, likely triggering many charters. The comptroller reports about 150 applications already filed for such charters, indicating immediate public response.
On July 1 1896 total US currency in circulation was 1 509 725 200 dollars. By June 1899 after three years of Republican rule it reached 2 003 149 355 dollars. This shows 493 875 155 dollars more money circulating under Republican management than Democratic.
The speaker reflects on 1861 secession, arguing the United States imposed rule without consent of Southern states, granting local self government after defeat. It claims the Philippines will likewise rest on consent of the governed, as in Illinois.
In a Senate speech Senator Lodge argues that the United States expanded in 1778 9 by General George Rogers Clark seizing the Illinois country and governed it for 34 years without consent. He then asserts the Philippines likewise became US property and Congress may govern there until the inhabitants are educated to self rule.
The article notes that the American people will face questions at the polls next fall and that a position the Republican party should take is unclear. It cites Congressman of Tinois stating a clear stance on what he has advocated.
In a broader speech, the speaker rejects a claim that the constitution grants automatic citizenship to all Philippine natives and floods the islands with U.S. citizens. He argues the Philippines remain subject to U.S. law under the treaty and constitution, supporting keeping the territory for long-term benefits to both peoples. He frames this as consistent with Lincoln era Republican principles and Cannon's reaffirmation of that stance.
An Ottawa correspondent of The London Economist analyzes Canada’s tariff policy toward Britain and the United States. The article cites fiscal year imports and exports, noting UK trade gains and rising U S imports despite discrimination. It explains the 12 percent then 25 percent preference and limited overall impact on British trade.
The assistant secretary of the treasury identifies three inflation sources under the bill. First, cash premium on old bonds increases currency in circulation. Second, national banks may issue notes up to bond deposits, potentially adding about 24 million in notes. Third, banks could expand depositary bond holdings and retire circulation, constrained by capital stock and market prices for new 2 percent bonds.
The passage asserts the party’s pledge for sound money, support for the gold standard, and opposition to free silver unless global agreement, and claims all currencies must stay in parity with gold, reflecting a rigid monetary doctrine.
The speech argues the Republican platform supports sound money, including both silver and gold, praising McKinley as prosperity’s agent. It claims the party maintains silver at parity with gold, coins more than ever before, and would adopt free coinage if world powers do so, presenting this as the safe national policy.
By nearly two thirds, the Senate backed the House and President McKinley, holding that the Constitution could only extend to new U.S. territory through congressional action.
A quote criticizes the Democratic platform for lacking core principles, asserting only a single clear declaration is needed: we are against whatever the Republicans favor. The remark labels other points as filler.
The passage contrasts the Democratic position on Puerto Rico favoring free trade and Calhoun's constitutional views with the broader American stance. It argues the public supports Puerto Rico welfare and opposes both free trade and Calhoun's later doctrines.
A critic argues the Democratic party condemns trusts but offers no remedy, likening it to a congress of physicians condemning a plague without proposing a cure. The critic notes that effective anti trust steps have come mainly from the Republican party.
The text credits President McKinley with reopening factories and pushing mint operations to meet the increased circulation demanded by Republican financial policy. It notes he did not promise both actions but pursued them while involved in policy. It suggests the Nebraska colonel will not be reassigned to Washington this year or next.
A historical note recalls that Gladstone, long a defender of protection, only embraced free trade after England's manufacturing sector strengthened and agriculture dominated wealth. He served as Peel's key lieutenant in opposing repeal of the corn laws in his early career.
Dwight Star asserts President McKinley knows the Porto Rico tariff and that the people support him. He says the free trade Chicago Tribune and similar papers overreact, but no one has studied the management of the new dependencies more than McKinley, or is more honest or capable to guide policy.
The tariff collected on goods imported into the United States from Porto Rico last year totaled over two million dollars. The President proposes returning that money to Porto Rico to fund public schools public order and roads aiding the island’s development and market access to the seaboard and the United States.
A fragment noting the global scope of agricultural crops suited to Porto Rico. The passage hints at suitable produce and the potential for cultivation across the island, emphasizing the relevance of climate and soil to crop choices.
A verse recalls a stroll through a little Dutch garden where useful plants and flowers grow. A chubby Dutch man with a spada and his rosy partner appear, with a flaxen haired maid and Gretchen described as fairer than all. The speaker confesses a heart tied to that garden as Gretchen holds it fast amid spinach and daisies.
The surplus of exports over imports reached 1,431,569,633 dollars during 1897 to 1899 under President McKinley. It notes the U S sold more abroad in two years than in eight under Cleveland, signaling strong prosperity.
Bishop Potter, once a leading opponent of McKinley’s Philippine expansion, now supports holding and governing the Philippines and Hawaii. He says the change stems from an unbiased study of the Philippine character, placing responsibility on the American people to accept the course.
Mr. Depew, renowned as an after dinner orator, recalls a personal Peekskill account from twenty five years ago. He notes every drinker he knew there is dead, every frugal, industrious, and church going person owns their home, implying strong links between temperance and stable life.
Major Pond recalls a lecture room exchange after Beecher attended a billiards match. A church officer asks about harming influence, and Beecher responds that ministers should focus on work and let the Lord handle influence. He compares self concerned ministers to an old cat chasing its own tail.
The House agriculture committee will begin hearings on the Grant bill taxing uncolored oleomargarine at three cents a pound and colored oleomargarine at ten cents. The bill would put oleo under state control and aims to cripple the industry. lx-Governor Hoard will lead dairy advocates with a large dairy group backing him. The oleo sector will present its case after. The dairy side is determined to act this session and will fight to the finish.
A three year arc outlines public support for honest money and revenue, wartime finance, and postwar industry growth. It recalls a world war loan, quick victory within 100 days, and the defeat of misguided adventurers. The passage credits renewed confidence, industry, and commerce with achieving financial independence.
In a shift of economic leverage, Europe’s richest nations seek a war loan from the ailing country, viewing it as the prime source of vital supplies and credit as tensions rise across the continent. The move signals a dramatic change in financial dependence and strategic procurement during a time of crisis.
The text argues that territorial gains by Democratic administrations were not made to grant full constitutional rights. It notes Thomas H. Benton praising this view and recalls that Florida’s case showed Congress saying residents should have constitutional principles without them being guaranteed by the constitution or treaty. Democratic leaders assert legislative action is needed to extend constitutional guarantees to acquired territories.
In less than three years since Republicans took control the country has seen major shifts. Tariff measures and protectionist policy boosted wages, expanded employment, and created a substantial treasury surplus. Spain’s expulsion from the western hemisphere and loss of Oriental possessions mark a dramatic national change admired by the people.
The United States emerges as a creditor nation with tariff backed prosperity and a sharp drop in overseas indebtedness. New York financiers loan 25 million dollars to Russia, much of which funds purchases of coal, farm tools, railway cars, and rails in the United States. Portions are earmarked for St. Louis cars, Chicago agricultural implements, and Pennsylvania engines, supporting U.S. labor and capital while rumors say U.S. financiers offered to take Britain’s recent loan.
The last Republican Convention pledged to set the nation on a sound financial basis and has fulfilled this promise. It asserts that honest money is secured while a president favors it and repudiation is blocked by a cross‑party majority. The article lauds McKinley’s administration for multiple achievements and rebuts opposition arguments.
The piece rails against reviving old constitutional questions and argues over tariff effects on trade with Porto Rico. It contends that current calls for free trade are weakened by a bill that apportions all revenue from a small duty to Porto Ricans, while noting their current satisfaction with the provisions.
A clipped remark portrays the Earl of Stanhope as “only a printer” amid aristocratic circles. The line underscores class tensions and questions of propriety as Prince Edward William’s role and status emerge in the same discourse.
The article argues that many famous leaders and authors were printers by trade or practice. It lists William Caxton James Gordon Bennett Charles Dickens Horace Greeley and Benjamin Franklin among others and asserts that brains are required for printing. It suggests printers are the backbone of publishing in cities and towns.
A lighthearted page features a flirty scene as a maiden hears her suitor’s ring at the door. Dialogue touches on social awkwardness and family interference, with playful misunderstandings and a wooing father’s sharp lines.
By a solid Republican vote aided by Senator Lindsay of Kentucky the Senate upheld the contention that the constitution does not follow the flag into acquisitions outside U S borders without Congress action. territory can belong to the United States without becoming a state. The vote concerned an amendment by Senator Allen to a bill on turning over a matter.
The senate defeated an amendment arguing the peace treaty with Spain extended the U S constitution to Porto Rico. The vote aligns with the Republican house majority and President McKinley, signaling likely supreme court affirmation on the issue when it reaches that court.
The Galesburg Register explains Philippine status under the constitution. Filipinos will be US citizens and cannot influence a presidential election until admitted as a state. As territories they vote for delegates and local officers as appointed by the president with Senate consent. The Republicans pledge wise treatment of Filipinos.
The text argues against Democratic charges of imperialism by Republicans or the President, noting many supporters do not define imperialism and asserting no truth to the accusation. It recalls Lincoln and Grant facing similar claims, and recalls the post Civil War period where Republicans led the nation.
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