Boer Envoys Stir Washington With Pro-Boer Rally
Special correspondence reports German protectionist forces clashing with American producers over high tariffs. The piece highlights United States textile and knit goods interests aiming to raise tariffs, while Boer envoys in Washington garner sympathy and funds, including a $1,080 Red Cross boost, at a Grand Opera House event.
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High Protective Tariff
Germany
Ireland
Ele Muyitt
United States
Wigus
McKinley
White House
Sheinknes
Washington
Wessels
Rauchowan
Abraham Limolu
William Sulzer
John J. Lentz
Champ Clark
Wellington
Mason
Rourke Cockran
Moer
Praise for Bryan and party critique from New York Sun
The New York Sun lauds William J. Bryan for his steadfast honesty and moral stamina in a context of reform and party loyalty while criticizing the Republicans for alleged failures and policy missteps. It notes Bryan's persistence on free silver and warns of a Democratic wave potentially sweeping Republicans from power in upcoming elections.
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New York Sun
William J. Bryan
Bryan
Von
Samuel Fessenden
Lis Pethy
Cleveland
Corruption in Cuban Admin Causes U S Suspicion
The article argues Spanish rule bred corruption with Weyler’s officials amassing wealth while colonies suffered. It says New York exporters faced costly Spanish customs practices. It condemns McKinley era appointees tied to political rings and notes postal department thefts potentially reaching hundreds of thousands. It frames the need for honest American governance in Cuba.
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Weyler
Klomikes
New York
Cbs
Cuba
United States
Spain
Inquba
Prosperity Arguments and Party Power Across Idaho
Senslor Shoup presents a regional view arguing that prices rise under Republican leadership and fall under Democratic control. He cites historical swings from Wearison to McKinley and questions Idaho voters about endorsing McKinley to sustain prosperity. The Idaho senator counters that average citizens are not fools and prefer proven Republican policy.
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Senslor Shoup
Shaltu
Ife
Weariison
Cleveland Jt
Mekiolay
Morrison
Idaho
Cleveland
McKinley
MeKnley
Foyie
Whit
The Tenth Concealed Tariff Disclosure Request
The administration withholds information on tariff actions in crown colonies. A January 25 senate resolution demanded full copies of proclamations on customs collection, along with lists of duties, revenues, and personnel compensation. The writer questions why information is being kept secret and hints at fear of exposing colonial systems.
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Senate
Secretary of War
Labor unrest hints at new steel and wire industry overhaul
Fragmentary text alleges workers being drawn from employment to form a new department of industry and steel and wire, with promises of job security for those who accept. It criticizes what is seen as corrupt labor leaders and manufacturers' control, claiming automatic discharge when workloads peak.
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Crueta Lepenils
Faber
Press Comments on Belligerency Rights and Campaign Issues
A jumble of quotes from the Memphis Commercial Appeal Cincinnati Enquirer and other papers discusses belligerency rights to the constitution, the need for iron will in leadership, and criticism of Neely and Seely in campaign chatter. The Providence Journal and Boston Globe belittle or praise figures, while the Savannah News notes budget debates and surplus concerns affecting the government.
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McKinley
Mektney
Guba
Republic
Washington
N.o. News
Mark Irwinn
Memphis Commercial Appeal
Root
Ollee
Providence -Jourual
Sidy Hill
Managed currency debate split by automatic and regulated theories
The piece outlines two money supply theories, automatic versus managed currency, tracing history from gold and silver standards to recent currency law. It argues that a managed system benefits creditors and bankers, while opponents warn of inflation, price instability, and loss of democratic control, urging preservation of automatic metal-backed money.
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Republican Party
Unite States
AUPD
Congress
United States
Frush
Italy
Eit Hatton
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Mark Hanna
Wanna
Withlione
Howe
Byierey
Carnegie
Ferick
Dhiiuis
Ponthe Party
Callon
Pople
Hetovven
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