Political chatter and party canvass across states
The piece reports on state ticket previews, a Springfield patent critique by Billey, Prof. Waxdivni touring the western district, and Democrats mobilizing. It notes projected Democratic margins in Alabama and Tennessee, mentions Juon V. Stepnexs as Missouri’s standard bearer, and cites Bugan and Hanna as signals in national politics amid a lagging silver wave and Wall Street chatter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Juon V. Stepnexs
Missouri Democracy
Democratic surge fuels Bryan trip drew masses ahead of November
The article quotes Long Stephens praising the public’s engagement with Mr. Bryan’s east trip and predicts a Democratic majority in November. It recalls 1872 when state debt and taxes were high, contrasting with projected current figures showing a shrinking bonded debt and lower interest.
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Bryan
Governor Candidate Vows Debt Payoff and Tax Cut
The speaker argues state credit improved after Democrats took power, notes 6 per cent bonds sold below par and 3 per cent bonds now carry a premium. He pledges to refund none, burn all bonds if elected, and cut taxes by at least fifteen cents per $100, claiming opposition to Cleveland on debt policy.
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Democratic Party
Cleveland
Political Clippings On Bryan McKinley Debates And Public Opinion
A collage of editorials and quotes from various papers praising Bryan and Sewall or denouncing McKinley. It notes Democrats backing free silver, warnings about party splits, and calls for action before September. Also references standard views on gold and silver currency and predicts future presidential naming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Sewall
Catskill
Political Rows Foreshadow Bryan Headage Said
The Denver Times notes voters will soon back Bryan as he leads on most fronts. Silver Republicans desert McKinley across the east and west, while many groups push free coinage amid growing belief the public dislikes the current business climate. The Alleghenian says the same, and polls may flip in November. In Jefferson City, Judge Fox and the county court confront a habeas corpus bail request for William Mollineaux, charged with the January killing of W. C. Yount. After two hot days of legal wrangling, bail is denied, revealing a clash of law on matters of fact and procedure.
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Fox
de Lassus
Jefferson City
William Mollineaux
Builinger County
W. C. Yount
Mr. Morgan
Bollinger
Nalle
Caldwell
Aero
Bollinger County
H. N. Phillips
Paces Holladay
Honorable County Court
Eii
Gon
Giviene
Epluribus Unum
Erin Yora
Madison County
Ladison County Democrat
Our Candidate For Governor Lon Stephens of Missouri
The piece extols Lon Stephens as Missouri born and well qualified for governor. It highlights his lineage, public life, prior six years as state treasurer, honesty, courage, and practical governance. It portrays him as a plain, workmanlike leader who will seek advice, appoint well, and run a businesslike administration. It notes his strong campaign momentum and emphasizes his record over oratorical flair.
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Missouri
Lon Stephens
Joseph L. Stephens
Ife
Add
Economic revival hoped if silver supporters win
A speaker predicts that a silver victory could spark a broad business revival, activating dormant industries and causing a general uptick in economic activity. The remarks emphasize optimism for industry, employment, and regional commerce.
Revered Dr. Talmage Charts Silver Pulse in South Tour
East Hampton reports Dr. Talmage on a southern swing from Charleston to surveyies about free silver. He notes strong southern support for silver, says Bryan and Sewall will win big votes there, and declines flat advocacy while signaling sympathy. He stresses the nation’s strength and faith in the people’s resolve on the issue.
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T. DeWitt Talmage
Easthampton
Talmay
East Hampton
Chastaliqua
Bryan
Sewall
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