Free Silver vs Monometallism in Davis Speech
Senator K Davis in St Paul argues free silver is not bimetallism and warns that Democratic Populist aims endanger national stability, the courts, and the currency system. He attacks the Chicago platform, asserts gold must remain as anchor, and warns of economic collapse if silver is pushed alone.
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Bryan on the ratio and the silver issue in 1890s politics
The speaker argues for maintaining the existing gold to silver ratio and critiques free coinage at 16 to 1. He warns of shifts benefiting debtors or creditors, explains methods to adjust the ratio, and recalls 1892’s economic distress and its social costs.
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Parity Question Over Silver Purchases
The speaker argues against a limited annual silver purchase of 54 million ounces. He notes silver did not reach parity with gold and questions how officials can assure the public that past failure will not repeat, challenging the promise of a substantially improved outcome now.
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