Was There Fraud in the Election of 1896?
A non partisan discussion examines charges of fraudulent excess votes in 1896. It analyzes census data, county and state totals, and turnout in Ohio Indiana Illinois and other states, arguing the broad alleged fraud is unfounded while claiming South states suppressed African American votes through literacy tests ballot-box manipulation and other methods.
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Canvass Snapshot of the 1896 Presidential Vote
St. Joseph Herald reports the 1896 canvass showing McKinley with 271 electoral votes and Bryan with 168 or more, across nine states. The piece notes McKinley’s plurality and the split between wealthier, populated states backing him and Bryan’s strength in less densely populated territories.
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Democracy and Populism Clash Over Democratic Unity
A historical editorial argues that Democrats cannot merge with Populists and must align with Republicans. It predicts Populist influence at the next convention, favors sound money Democrats, and cites Senator Platt urging direct union with the Republican party. The piece also notes Germany’s butter production from sterilized milk using bacterial cultures.
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Presidents and V P Hobart profile long article
A profile of William McKinley and Garret Hobart as they assume the presidency and vice presidency. It covers McKinley’s birth, Civil War service, rise to Ohio governor, tariff policy influence, and family life including two late children. It also outlines Hobart’s background from New Jersey, education, political career, business interests, and readiness to support the White House social duties.
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Dying One Hundred a Day for Veterans of War
The Indianapolis Journal notes veterans of the late war dying at about one hundred per day, argues their sacrifice created lasting national memory, and honors the two million who served, many returning to civilian life changed, while the veteran spirit endures as days pass.
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Our Cash Per Capita Shows High Circulation and Wealth
The February Treasury statement shows total circulation at 1.666 billion dollars, up 76.26 million from a year ago, yielding a per capita of 23.05 dollars based on 72.3 million people. Gold coin in circulation rose to 645.57 million, up 146.21 million from last year, reflecting a favorable trade balance and implying that less money suffices for business than in prior decades. The piece argues abundant money, not scarcity, drives prosperity and notes the need for collateral and better prices.
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Stage of Substantial Improvement Reported in Markets
A Davenport Republican summary notes a week of improving market tone with higher volumes of transactions and moderate price gains. Bond buying for investment rises as European money markets ease, boosting Atlantic securities activity. London speculation in American stocks grows, signaling renewed confidence. Clews attributes recovery to a new stage of substantial improvement in financial conditions. A Fort Point dynamite gun cubic foot air at firing pressure weighs about ten pounds.
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