International notes and U S political shifts in 1899
The piece surveys Mexico’s third and potential fourth term for its president, Vermont women suffrage bills, Canadian steer embargo, Emperor Meiji’s possible Europe trip, Brazil inviting Chinese immigrants, and American political balance with Democrats gaining control. it also reports gold holdings in the U S Treasury, October net gold gains, and November 1 comparisons.
Political cartoons and post election musings dominate the week
The piece praises cabinet makers rushing to build a new president’s furniture while politics recedes for the Brussels international monetary conference. It notes Arctic exploration zest, winter’s approach, and the Marlborough palace saga as chatter shifts from campaign to global issues and American hopes.
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