Ruin If Bryan Wins Election Warns Business Letters
A set of unsigned letters warn that approving contracts now could be void if William J. Bryan is elected president. Reports claim many firms quietly endorse such contingencies to avoid a post election downturn. The letters say business leaders fear reduced demand and economic hardship for workers in a Bryan victory.
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Ensor
Tiryan
New Haven Carriage Comany
J. Curley Company
New Haven Company
Curley Company
Torhe Curley
New Haven
Bryan
William J. Bryan
United States
Philadelphia
Bryant m Wuld
Republicas Eaceses
Patriotism and Imperialism Voices From 1898 Letter
A dated letter voice urges continued imperialism and support for McKinley, recalling 1898 acts in Cuba and the Philippines. It praises veterans who defended Santiago and Cavite and condemns opposing parties. The text also notes ae fishery employment figures for Lake Erie with capital and catch data.
Early Life of United Mine Workers Leader John Mitchell
Special letter recounts John Mitchell executive of the United Mine Workers of America. Born February 4, 187? in Illinois, Mitchell faced early hardship with both parents dying and a stepmother. He worked as a farm worker then a coal miner, joined Knight of Labor at 16, and traveled to the western states earning his way by digging coal before returning home.
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United Mine Workers of America
Mlinote
Hralwood
Theo
Bheself
Lim
Cal
Order of Braceville
Colorado
New Mexico
West End
Ip Ao Colean
Nemberei
Ifo BR
Mitchell Fe
Sin
Cornell
Ramteal Pera
Spring
Ag Siulie
Cig
Bern
Iegmege
Image of a disputed leadership claim and influence
Fragmentary report describes a political figure with no clear election, noting large organizational reach and past roles in labor, education, and civic clubs. It highlights perceptions of youth, public speaking presence, and a nickname “the boy grea d,” amid questions of credibility and influence within the group.
Pioneer Knight of Labor Leader Settles in Spring Valley
In 1891 he moved to Spring Valley at 22 marrying Catherine O Rowe and raising three boys and a girl. He served as secretary treasurer of the Knights of Labor North Subdistrict and aided mining reform, later joining the executive committee and organizing nationally. Plans for Cavite repair facilities rehabilitation and naval station improvements are under review by Secretary Lesup, aiming at independent dock operations.
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Ada
Spring Valley
Catherine O'Rowthe
Springfield
Uietter
Grees Wright
Akecd
Ube Ingele
Tende
Cavite
Cuatiractos
Ipresmd
Amy Point
New Yorker Jeweler’s Odd Tale Divides City
A confused city tale centers on a jeweler in Kenes City who crafted an unusual watch design. Rumors claim faulted methods and valued pieces, while others defend originality. The discussion echoes in local streets as residents debate the item’s worth and provenance.
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