McKinley Defends Protective Tariff at Beatrice Rally
Fifteen thousand people heard Governor McKinley of Ohio rail against free trade and champion the protective tariff at the Chautauqua grounds in Beatrice Nebraska. He argued constitutionality, warned of wage and price impacts, and contrasted U S labor and global markets with Democratic lines, urging farmers and consumers to back tariff protections.
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Beayrice
Neb
Chaatuaqua Grounds
McKinley
Ohio
Kanae
Iowa
Missouri
Povernoir
Ax Lo
Congress
Kapha
Oeo
Cleveland
Senate
England
United States
Great Britain
Chiv
Thia
Ooe
Faraur
Powderly Attacks Democratic Hypocrisy Over Homestead Turmoil
Grand Master Powderly of the Knights of Labor criticizes Democratic leaders and papers for political gain from the Homestead scene. He cites Grover Cleveland’s statements, Pinkerton fears, and claims the McKinley tariff and labor protection debate reveal party interests over workers.
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Taritt
Knights of Labor
Grover Clevelin
Dawderly
Momesend
Democratic Papore Lire
Republican Party
Liat Point
Vowderly
Gan
Bobagac
Mike Pobbie
Chia
Ana
Thas
Watson
Lua
Gongrega
Jwhiet
Pink
Artong
United States
Democratic Party
von Press
Duiecratic
Watron
Grover Cleveland
Powdesly
Aurocin—tion
Tron
Silk prices prove McKinley bill failed to raise costs
The piece argues the McKinley bill did not raise prices for silk or related goods. It notes American silk remains affordable since 1890, and imported silk remains cheaper than wholesale 1890 levels. It also claims axe prices dropped from eight dollars per dozen to seven, and second quality axes fell similarly, challenging free trade arguments.
Wages Too High In Western Pennsylvania Mills
Boston magnate T A G Allen of Lukens Iron and Steel visits Cambridge. He voices sympathy with the Carnatia company over the Homestead strike and notes wages in western Pennsylvania iron and steel mills are exceptionally high. Morehead Bros. of Pittsburgh is cited for paying rollers over 210,000 in a year, far exceeding company profits.
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Boston
Ave. T
Pittapurgh
Amalgamated Association
Pennsylvania
Morehead Bros. & Co
Pittsburgh
Ueam
Amalgamated Association vs Employers Over Coal Wages
The text describes wage adjustments in coal mining amid new machinery and work systems. The Amalgamated Association opposes wage changes, predicting disruption of strikes in Pennsylvania. It notes private hiring practices at Pickertons and the legal risks if workers fire first. Mr Flagton predicts the strike will end without government action as operations resume.
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Ian
Pittsburgh
Toe Carsagia Company
Pennsylvania
Pbrike
Flagton
Leo
Knights of Lebor
Tariff Pictures and Price Impacts Across Tools
The piece argues the McKinley tariff would raise prices for every mechanic’s tool, while free traders say the law has already been in effect for two years with hammer, chisels, gauges, saws, squares and similar items keeping the same or slightly lower prices. Manufacturers quote wages about 10 percent lower, citing Iron Age as an authority.
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Free Tradera
Milan Canning Co
Milan
Tueker
Sual
Democratic Economy Figures Show Big Spending Increase
Chicago Tribune reports a Democratic analysis of federal appropriations across sessions. It notes total proposed spends near 220 million dollars for the current era, with pension bills driving an 847 million rise and both parties sharing blame for related deficits.
Political Clash Over Federal Deficits and Party Critique
A fragmented debate contrasts Republican and Democratic fiscal records with a focus on appropriations. The piece argues the current congress overspends relative to past sessions, labeling Democratic critiques as excessive while defending a leaner spending path amid accusations of profligacy by opponents. It strings together figures and party labels to paint a partisan battle over the nation's purse.
Wool Tariff Debate Among Wisconsin Sheep Growers
A Wisconsin gathering discussed wool tariffs and the impact on prices and the sheep industry. Col. Smith and Col. Nicholas Suanth cited overproduction, import competition, and the protection tariff as key to maintaining American wool prices. they warned that free trade would ruin domestic wool production and cited historical shifts in sheep numbers tied to tariff changes.
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Amoyloin
Milwauee Sentinel
Pigchinton House
Yeatsrday
Walworth County
Jong
Nicholas Suanth
Cal. Smith
McKenlay
Lie Fueby
England
London
Philadelphia
Hoogliad
Col Smith
Europe
United States
Justica, Brueman & Uo
Canrot
Wool Question Sparks Farmer Interest in Duty and Information
The text records a farmer expressing thanks for provided information and seeking printed material to shed light on questions of wool duties. Col. Saith and Representative Burrow are cited, urging study of Burrow's speech on the wool question, noted as valuable though not widely circulated by free traders.
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United
United States
McKinley
Col. Saith
Burrow
Democratic vice president and union dispute in Bloomington district
In 1885 the Bloomington district report notes the Mulean County Coal Company discharged workers for union activity. It accuses Mr Stevenson of insinuations against the Carnegie company to gain labor votes, as Adlai questions the company’s past actions and motives.
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Mir. Stevenant
Hha
Gna
Mulean Oounty Coal Company
Moomington
Vos
Tinois
Uinoia
Othors
Sovenson
Cus
Bloomington
Ana
Ang Sirika
Stevenson
Cirnegiv
Yates
Carnegie Company
Adlai
Song and Chorus of Union Patriots and Militia
Fragmented lyric and chant celebrating union and liberty with references to figures, places, and events. The text blends marching cadence phrases with mentions of leaders and banners, concluding with calls to uphold the cause and preserve a united, prosperous land. The passage reads like a period wartime song urging national solidarity and resilience.
Evolution of the Race Horse in Human History
A discussion on how horses moved from essential transport to sources of entertainment. It argues that domesticated horses evolved through scientific breeding into intelligent, trained animals, distinct from their rugged ancestors. The piece notes humans shaped three key developments in horse breeding and care.
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Acienue
The Racehorse Lothair and the Marvel of Training
The article describes a racehorse named Lothair and the intensive care by trainer and owners. It outlines selective breeding, careful exercise, and conditioning by a noted trainer to achieve superior physical form. When ready, Lothair will race, promising speed, grace, and public spectacle for spectators.
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Alkrom
Zaneh
German Airship Duel in Swiss Alps Sparks Patent Fight
An early 20th century report describes a Prussian inventor von Privaldsky testing an aircraft atop Swiss peaks near St. Gallen with Swiss and Prussian officials observing. The craft, using aluminum alloys and advanced accumulators, logged multiple mountain flights from Sept 28 to Oct 11, with one propeller repair in Breslau and a 580 kilogram weight limit. The Swiss government protects the patent and plans two airships for public traffic.
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Iyoteribos
Swayzirland
Prussian War Department
Berlin
Oma Department
Switzerland
Tharaimainetarers
Dvaasian War Department
Germany
Jand Plainsere
Jaf
Airah P
Herr von Privaldsky
Bocies
St. Gallen
Shuffer Achesueg
Eckeburd
Herr van Priguldeky
Breslau
Historical body measurements and proportional rules
A fragmented medieval text outlines human height as equal to the span between finger tips with arms outstretched, and other proportions such as ten times the arm length or seven and a half times foot length. It provides various cross measures from chest diameter to shoulder and head to chin alignment for full-body proportion.
Morley for Chief Secretary of Ireland
Loxpoy August 4 The Agraciated Prena announces John Peeley has agreed to be secretary for Traland. Liberal whips plan a division of the house on Tuesday.
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Morley
Iraland
John Peeley
Traland
Stallion Sultan Drops Dead at Abdallah Park
Aug 4 report states the stallion Sultan, heir of Stanboal and twenty six others, died at Abdallah park in the morning. Owners refused $40,000 for him.
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O Aliy
Itatriar
Sultan
Aire
Stanboal
Abdallah ‘Park
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Tame Wicrune
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Morea
Nirvan Haven
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Murribon
Tudlane
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Tromai
Sural
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Uri
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Lot
Ta Save Lids Les
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