Democracy and politics stir Indiana despite tax law
The Herald notes Indiana Republicans clash with new tax law while Democrats gain ground. It mentions Senator Hut and Senator Hill affirming Democratic loyalty, while Western governors and congressmen show anti Republican sentiment. The Omaha People's Party convention elected Gen James B Weaver for President and Gen James G Field for Vice President, with Gresham's name dropped after a late telegram.
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Omaha
James B. Weaver
Iowa
James G. Field
Virginia
Gresham
St. Louis
Jug Handled Reciprocity under McKinley Tariff Criticized
The New York World exposes the jug-handled reciprocity of the Republican party. It notes a supplementary proclamation expanding free or reduced duty concessions for Cuba and Porto Rico after July 1. American exporters are favored while U.S. consumers pay duties of 25 to 100 percent on many imported goods.
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New York
Republican Party
Cuba
Porto Rico
United States
Women to the Front in Democratic Campaign Drive
The New York World lauds women activists under the banner Women to the Front as key organizers of Frances Cleveland Influence Club. It asserts women will oppose the McKinley tariff again, directing an organized effort to oust oppressive taxation and shape the party’s campaign strategy.
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New York World
Frances Cleveland
Reed
Carnegie Works At Homestead The Wage Cut Riot
An object lesson in McKinleyism at the Carnegie works in Homestead shows 3000 workers discharged for refusing a wage cut of 20 to 40 percent. Protest centers on protectionist tariffs and GOP subsidies, with Carnegie and Frick profiting while workers face unemployment and nonunion replacements.
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Homestead
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New York Tritone
Printer’s Union
McKinley Party
Frick
G.o. P
National parties back World's Columbian Exposition as national undertaking
The Republican and Democratic conventions declare the Exposition a national undertaking and urge Congress to provide financial aid to cover expenses and uphold national honor. Both platforms call for supportive legislation amid broad world cooperation and public acclaim.
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Congress
Democratic Party
The Campaign Poet Makes Eventful Debut
The Courier Journal prints three verses mocking Grover Cleveland and the 1890s campaign. The hostile verse proclaims Grover’s term over and critiques free trade. The measure mocks both parties with playful satire and notes both candidates have previously served as president.
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Courier-Journal
White House
Silver bill passed after heated Senate session
Washington July 2 the silver bill sailed through the Senate after a tense debate and procedural moves. Twelve Republicans backed the bill while Democrats and several others opposed it, with final passage 29 to 25. House action followed, approving labor related measures and pension bill discussions before adjournment.
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City of Chicago Runs Aground Near Kinsale In Dense Fog
Full details report the City of Chicago struck Barrell's rocks near the old head of Kinsale in fog while en route to Queenstown. Passengers were landed safely at Queenstown after orderly evacuation. Rescue attempts by tug boats were ongoing with hull damage and risk of lightening or dismantling the vessel.
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Idle Workingmen and Mills Shut Down in Labor Row
Pittsburg and vicinity show a spike in unemployment as iron mills halt operations over wage disputes. Amalgamated demands a $5.50 basis while manufacturers push $4.50, with about 400 mills idle and some 100,000 workers laid off or awaiting repairs. Glass factories also suspend work, adding tens of thousands idle.
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Iron and Steel Manufacturers
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Amalgamated
Mitchell &Trantor
Covington
Indiana Rolling Mil
Muncie
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Steel Mill
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United States
Allegheny Mountains
Homestead Strike Sparks Widespread Plant Closures in Steel Mills
Nearly 4 000 workers are idle as the Homestead Carnegie mills shut amid a wage dispute with the Amalgamated Association. About 2 555 workers see pay cuts. a $200,000 strike fund is invoked. Other plants in Indianapolis and St. Louis report closures or warnings as unions resist signing the 1891 92 scale.
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Indianapolis
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