Farewell to the Republican Party editorial
The Daily Republic declares a shift from the Republicans to the People's Party. It cites long standing party machinery, money interests, and failed reform within the old party, urging independent presses and urging readers to join reform through the new party while reserving critique of its leaders. The piece notes a Cincinnati conference in February and invites prohibitionists to participate if the movement remains true to its principles.
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Crop harvest promise taunts Farmers and Citizens Alliances
The text denounces ongoing frauds by financial, transportation, beef, pork and grain pirates who have robbed the public for twenty five years. It warns that one good crop could end these alliances while criticizing systems that would gorge on both good and bad harvests, likening rivals to predatory hawks.
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Brin NY Letter Urges Public Stand Against Usurers
A Brin New York correspondent writes a fiery letter praising righteous action and urging the masses to oppose oppressive lenders. The writer predicts strong public support once awareness rises and likens the effort to fanning a blaze that will topple unfair bonds and banks.
The Subsidized Press and a Call for Prosperity
In a defense of Alliance and People’s party lines, the piece blames Republican policies for debt and unemployment, arguing legislation must restore prosperity. It accuses Democrats and Republicans of deception, urging voters to abandon old parties and denounce corruption. It portrays farmers and workers facing hardship under current laws.
Voter trust and party politics in a smoky dialogue
A fragment from a late 19th or early 20th century paper shows Smoky Mike the burglar and Bill debating party loyalty. They accuse leaders of wealthier corruption while praising education and promising to stand with the widow and plowman.
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