Rhetoric on Empire and Democracy From George's Weekly
A provocative column echoes anti imperial sentiment arguing Lady Curzon’s aid to Baden Powell contrasts with famine in India. It angrily attacks expansionism, cites Washington and McKinley, questions U S foreign policy, and proposes relocating the capital to Denver implying a critique of republicanism and loyalty amid global conflict.
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George's Weekly
Denver
Lady Curzon
India
Mafeking
Baden Powell
Populist musings defend Bryan and spirit in politics
The author discusses courage, populism, and political philosophy. He defends Bryan, critiques narrow legalism, and urges embracing the spirit of liberty. He references Lincoln, Trumbull, Cromwell, and Dutch William of Orange as examples. The piece defends state socialism and warns against mere legalism lacking moral energy.
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Stone
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Platform battles over silver in party talks
In the Lawrence Jeffersonian view the Gold Bug press urges omitting silver 16 to 1 from the Democratic platform while arguing the issue could split voters. If settled or losing, the piece notes Republicans would welcome the Kansas City platform including silver to peel Bryan voters away.
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Gold Bug Party
Bryan
Kansas City
Lawrence Jeffersonian
Public building question greets Congressman at depot
Congressman Bowersock returned last Saturday to a mixed reception. No large delegation or brass band, but steady inquiries from locals focused on the proposed public building. The Lawrence Jeffersonian notes no celebratory signals from the wire mill whistle during his return.
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Bowersock
Lawrence Jeffersonian
McKinley Candidate Strength Compared With 1896
The New York Press notes that President McKinley will not be as strong a candidate this year as he was in 1896, reflecting on anticipated changes in political support and voter sentiment.
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McKinley
N.Y. Press
Treasury Entry Beyond Constitution Urged by Administration
The St Louis Post Dispatch editorial criticizes the present administration’s idea to move money outside the constitutional framework. The piece cites Kansas City Weekly Times and AcrraTor at a price of $1.25 as part of its sourced discussion.
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