Politically Charged Illinois Address Promotes Reform
A speech delivered in Altgeld New York outlines a Progressive critique of the current party system. It urges initiative and referendum, criticizing moneyed interests, calling for direct popular legislation and a moral, reformist Democratic platform.
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Pannell
The Currency Question and Bank Powers Debate
A reader argues for silver money and government as the bank of the people, condemns gold standard and national banks as tools of Rothschild interests, and denounces demonetization of silver and central financial control. The letter contends silver would empower ordinary citizens with broader coinage and lower debt, warning of global financial domination if the system persists.
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Migstestopi Valley Demiortat
Organized Treason in Early American Currency Debates
A fragmentary 19th century style article discusses the push for national banks and currency reform. It references silver coinage, the gold standard, and the influence of bankers on policy, noting concerns about the supremacy of a currency backed by the government versus bank practices. Mentions Chicago and Detroit reports and a critique of silver and fiat currency ideas amid political maneuvering. Many named places and institutions appear in the distrustful tone.
PROSPERITY DEBATE AND GOLD ISSUE IN ELECTION
The piece analyzes post-election prosperity claims tied to McKinley, noting banks filed more diversions after the vote, questioning gold standard rhetoric and the impact of the election on the economy. It cites critics arguing prosperity hinges on broader world conditions, not just party spins.
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Enenpedia Nativae de
Fidia
McKinley
Willian
Elia
Beitfeh
Columbia
Prosperity Discovered At Gate In Era Of Planing
A fragmented report describes a discovery at a gate in a Prosperity era setting. The text references planning themes, safety checks, and a sequence involving a “vay” device and monitors. It mentions officials and a public works context with unclear specifics yet preserves named places and roles.
Second Term for McKinley in Wheeling Telegraph
The article argues for McKinley’s re election, praising his stance against trusts and currency rules while criticizing his administration. It cites scandals including the Carter case and condemns the Spanish American War as contrary to independence and constitutional ideals. The piece reflects strong opposition and calls for support of McKinley for a second term.
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Udi
Ms Party
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Aurous
Mckinley
Congress
New York
Oulragu'aé
Carter
Tegisten
Warning on Philippine policy and Monroe doctrine stance
In this 1898 commentary from the St. Louis Republic, the author argues against unilateral American conquest of the Philippines. It warns that adhering to the Monroe Doctrine and expanding overseas power risks war with European powers, US sovereignty, and American institutions, urging self-government for Filipinos and caution toward imperialists. The piece reflects debate over foreign policy and liberty in the republic.
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Woontey
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Snl
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Europe
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Philippines
Urifted
Misrule of Republicans in a Turbulent Era
A critical historical note condemns McKinley era Republican tactics, alleging partisan patronage, campaign debt financing, and favoring monopoly interests. It accuses the party of provoking war in Spain under false pretenses, then extending wealth-based favors to supporters while pushing for McKinley’s reelection amid economic discontent.
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Spain
Cobo
McKinley
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