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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1900
Page
12
The piece lists county offices with candidates including Treasurer George B. Kelsey and Sheriff Henry Swindler. It quotes William Jennings Bryan from 1896 on gold standards and records Populist criticism of the state liquor laws, while noting Pettigrew’s bid for Republican votes and Republican disaffection.
The piece critiques Bryan's ties to enemies of the United States, defends McKinley, and argues against Bryan as a threat to prosperity. It singles out Senator Pettigrew, accusing him of betraying the Republican Party and aiding fusion forces, while defending Pettigrew’s record and warning of his alleged treachery.
The piece argues that public debate around imperialism reveals only a partisan cry to distance the people from their government, noting no actions from the current administration show any real inclination toward imperial policy.
The piece argues Democrats fear imperialism in large armies, contrasting Civil War era troop levels with today. It labels Gore's claim of a 1000000 man army as false and notes Republicans would not back despotic rule. It asserts Democrats now doubt imperialism more than two months ago as public sentiment differs.
Mr. Bryan claimed blacks faced voting discrimination in Porto Rico but Gov. Roosevelt proved the charge false. The educational test in Porto Rico applies to both black and white, while in North Carolina the test applies only to blacks.
Minnesota appears set for Governor Lind to seek reelection while Republicans back Van Sant. In Illinois Republicans project a 75 000 win for McKinley and 45 000 for Yates, signaling a tight race. Tom Ayers, former Lee aide, claims Bryan will win Iowa and sweep the ticket, provoking criticism as a last effort by a defeated adviser.
In South Dakota the fusionists focus on sending Senator Pettigrew back to the United States Senate. Supporters argue he would serve the state while opponents warn of retaliation against foes who opposed his reappointment. The piece portrays Pettigrew as pivotal to the election and skeptical of his potential usefulness if re-elected.
Bryan criticizes a local starch trust in Nebraska City praising the attorney general for challenging it. He notes the plant has paid farmers over 2 million dollars in ten years and employed 250 workers. He then linked with Ross Croker in New York and with Edward Shephard who helped form the sugar trust.
The county ticket nominated by the republican party is strong and experienced. Voters are urged to support the nominees who have proven their ability in official roles, with a list including Johnston Bras Kelsey Cook Swindler Bobb Anderson Powers Abbey Coursey Murner Smiley Drake and others.
The piece argues Bryan is controlled by Boss Croker as he leads the campaign, pushing Jones and Stone from the platform. It predicts Croker would head the presidency if Bryan wins, and criticizes aligning with Tammany for reform. The author labels Crokerism as unacceptable to true Democrats.
The piece accuses Senator Pettigrew of republican loyalty only in name, recounting his 1889 senate win, 1895 re election, and 1896 shift to betray the party. It alleges conspiracy to win re election, claims trust in voters was lacking, and accuses him of deceit during campaigns.
At the Minnesota State Fair C B Raymond of Mt Vernon bought Dixie a two year old Hereford bull, after a prior purchase of Cherry failed to meet his standards. Steward and Hutcheon report Dixie’s good lineage and show record including a fourth place at Omaha and Kansas City, with Matilda as his first calf.
J R Garrison cashier of the bank of Thorpville Ohio recovered his health after using Dr King s New Discovery for consumption He declares it the best medicine he ever used for a bad lung condition He keeps a bottle on hand Trial bottles free at S H Scallin s drug store priced 50 and 60 cents
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