Government banking and money orders warned by editor
The article explains that the government acts as a bank by accepting deposits via postal money orders payable to the depositor. Depositors can withdraw funds anytime, with examples of buying multiple money orders and keeping them on deposit. It argues the system is safe, contrasts with bank panic, and critiques private ownership of natural monopolies. It also covers political rhetoric on direct regulation, silver, and reform debates.
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Explaining the 16 to 1 silver gold coinage debate
The piece argues against the silver standard crowd and clarifies the phrase free and unlimited coinage at sixteen to one. It defines that a silver dollar equates to sixteen grains of gold and describes how coinage ratio changed after 1873. It calls for repealing the demonetization act and restoring the pre 1873 law.
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Texas Pitchfork Patchwork on Politics and Economy
Fragmentary editorial rhetoric condemns Populists and calls out monetary policy. It argues that dollar rule favors capital over people and warns that cheap money raises prices and labor costs. The piece stresses civic concern over political party influence.
Value of gold dollar sparks talk on coinage reform
In Pa, concerns rise over the gold dollar's exchange value and its effect on currency stability. Observers argue that gold-backed dollars influence purchasing power and suggest calling the current gold coin a two hundred cent dollar rather than a fifty-cent silver dollar.
All Gold Advocates Support Free Coinage Link
All gold advocates and all free silver supporters agree that free coinage of silver will reduce money purchasing value. As money loses value, property prices rise, prompting money hoards to move into assets.
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New Gulf Road Opens 800 Miles of New Frontier
The Kansas City Pittsburg and Gulf Railroad extends from Kansas City to Port Arthur unveiling a deep water port city corridor. The line promises vast opportunities for settlers and investors as it carves a path through the south attracting both immigrants and capital.
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Southwest Missouri and Northwest Arkansas Land Prospectus
An eight page illustrated pamphlet promises prime farming and fruit lands across southwest Missouri and northwest Arkansas including peach and cotton regions with tropical fruit potential. It highlights fertile forests mineral wealth and healthy climate and notes land seekers can request mailed information from the Land Office in Kansas City Missouri.
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