Western optimism eyed in nationwide business revival
A 1897 survey of Western governors and mayors from the New York Journal reports a broad mood of revival across states. Indiana, Minnesota, Montana, Iowa, Oklahoma, Wisconsin, Nebraska, Washington, Oregon, California, and more describe rising trade, strong crops, higher prices, abundant labor, and growing investment. Noted gains include rail traffic in Indianapolis, wheat and grain price boosts in the Great Plains, and major construction and mining activity in several cities. The document cites improved bank liquidity, lower interest, and a general confidence lift fueling autumn prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Journal
New York
Piery
W. R. Hearst
N. Y. Journal
Crichton cites Wheat and Cedar Trade Boost in Seattle
Y E Crichton of Seattle predicts a business revival due to record wheat harvests and satisfactory prices. He notes new flour mills for China and Japan, strong steamship service, and plans to expand to serve a growing oriental trade. Eastern cedar shingles demand is described as enormous with good prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert BR. Smith
Montana
India
Argentine Republic
Australia
Tate
Frank B. Dorin
St. Paul
Y. E. Crichton
Seattle
Wash
China
Jaan
Orient
Pension Bureau Building Description at Judiciary Square
The Pension Office sits at Judiciary Square near G Street N W with pressed brick Renaissance style. The building spans 400 by 200 feet with walls 75 feet high and a central great hall 316 by 115 feet topped by a glass iron dome. Two side galleries run along the court with Ionic and Doric columns. The hall serves inauguration events and can host up to 1,800 for dancing and promenading, with a maximum capacity of 5,800.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ension
Judiciary Square
G Street
N. W
Return of Prosperous Times Reported by Various States
A compiled series of signed statements from Lincoln Nebraska to Columbus Grove Ohio attests that Republican prosperity is a reality. Reports cite improved business across industries, higher wages and full-time work in mills, iron works, farms and shops, with merchants and editors noting rising activity and optimism.
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Lincoln
Neb
Nebraska State Journal
Peshtigo
Wis
Thomas Barrett
Times
Plaquemine
H. L. Buckler
Writor ‘Journal
Albany
James H. Orr
Advance
Huntsville
Ark
W. H. Balinger
Republican
Kenton
W. Va
Riverside Iron Works
Wheeling
Charles L. Evans
Enterprise
Prophetstown
B. G. Mathis
Spike
Elkpoint
S. D
Charles R. Bruce
Courier
Austin
Minn
Milwaukee Railway Company
H., O. Basford
Register
Local factories report boost in orders and employment
Reports from Illinois Missouri Ohio and New Jersey show factories expanding and hiring as demand strengthens. Belford Sons Handle Co Buckeye Stave Co Keystone Mfg Co and other makers say orders are up and workers are being added. Mills and tobacco works also increase activity reflecting rising prosperity across several towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Belford Sons’ Handle Co
Buckeye Stave Company
Ohio
Ed L. Vail
Vidette
Passaic
N. J
Manhattan Print Works
Satinet
Dundee Woolen Company
Cleveland
Botany
D. W. Mahony
News
Sterling
Ill
Keystone Mfg. Co
Lawrence Bros. Mfg
Cobb & Drew River
Nall
W. D. John
Gazette
Brunswick
Brunswick Tobacco Works
Eagle Flouring Mills
H. F. Lincouln
Gold plot exposed shows Prairie States booming
A writer, M. G. Mulhall, argues that the Prairie States were the silver trust’s stronghold and now lead the world in farm area growth, grain and meat production, and per person food output. He contends the prosperity would not justify currency depreciation or debt payment with inflated dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
M. G. Mulhall
Prairie States
Silver Trust
United States
Mr. Mulhall
Europe
Farmers urged to heed contrasts in trade policy
The speech argues that free trade critics over sugar bounty and tin plate duties miss the coming growth. It claims America will soon produce all its sugar and tin plate, saving billions for farmers and creating millions in wages, contrasting with Democratic claims of low wheat prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Mexico Yearning for Bryan trip amid silver market shift
A city desk dispatch notes Mexico Yearning for Bryan as Bryan plans a possible trip. It reports New York exchange falling due to a silver drop to 131 and 140 asked, with London exchange at record lows. Bankers doubt rates amid silver market conditions and potential sterling debt costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
Bryan
City of
New York
London
Silver Value Decline Deepens Economic Anxiety
Bankers warn action is overdue as silver's value may plunge further, with fears the dollar could drop to 30 cents in gold. Public concern rises over reduced imports and broad business impact amid a grave Mexican government crisis and years of strain.
Civil Service Reform and Merit Based Promotions
President McKinley issued an order barring removals from classified civil service without just cause and written charges. Accused employees get full notice and defense, enforcing reform to merit alone. The public welcomes genuine civil service reform and prosperity, despite partisan opposition.
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McKinley
Prices Rise in Mexico on Silver Decline
Consul General Joseph G. Dudley stationed at Nuevo Laredo reports to the Department of State that the fall in silver prices has driven a broad rise in Mexican domestic prices including rents. He notes no wage increase accompanies the cost push as labor remains tied to silver values.
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Mexico
Joseph G. Dudley
Nuevo Laredo
Department of State
Political Pointers on Gold Democrats and Silver
The piece notes gains for gold Democrats and hostility to fusion with Populists, cites Mint Director predicting silver decline, and argues US currency trends favor gold. It asserts money supply rose about 10 million dollars in the year, foreign prices rose, and domestic business improved despite silver coinage claims. It defends Secretary Sherman and frames gold as global monetary preference driving increased gold production.
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United States Mint
United States
Sherman
Farmers Are Glad Prosperity Boosts Wheat Exports
Bradstreet reports rising farm prosperity driven by higher prices for staples. Exports of wheat and corn surge, bank clearings reach multi year highs, and iron steel activity resumes. Grain prices advance with favorable demand, while coal miners strike poses minor hindrance.
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Bradstreet
New York
Bessemer
United States
Montreal
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James A. Mount
Indiana
Indianapolis
D. M. Clough
Minnesota
Northwest
Fr. M. Drake
Iowa
FE. W. Scofield
Wisconsin
Bushnell
W. A. Richards
Wyoming
Debra
K. J. Franklin
Arizona
Phoenix
Leedy
Kansas
Silas A. Holcomb
Nebraska
J. R. Rogers
Washington
Wash- Nelon
Abiska
Weslington
William P. Lord
Oregon
J. D. Phelan
San Francisco
Stow
Granda Rapids
Henry Trnelsen
Duluth
Dakotas
Pennoyer
Portland
M, Jones
Toledo
Frank E. Moores
Omaha
Ned
Armour
Union Depot
Ctty
John MacVicar
Des Moines
Robert Pratt
Minneapolis
James M. Jones
Kansas City
Middle West
M. P. Snyder
Los Angeles
Cal
California
Pension Bureau
Muncie
Ind
John T. Wildman
Lacon
UIL
Lacon Woolen MII
Wenona
W. B. Powell
Journal
Millersburg
Pittsburg
Kan
Gulf
J.T. Moors
Nellisville
L. B. Ring
Burlington
Chicago, Burlington & Quincy
J. J. Watt
Hawkeye
Columbus Grove
J. F. Jones’ Sons
Free Silver Movement
J. G. Dun & Co
Review of Trade
Atlantic
Iron and
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