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Newspaper
Newton Record
Location
Newton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1896
Page
4
The text shows a heated exchange on silver monetary policy, arguing for or against bimetallic standards. It cites pledges by Republicans to maintain gold and silver parity and critiques proposals for 50 cent dollars, dual standards, and force bills. It mentions politicians and financiers tied to mine owners and quotes a frontier tone.
The piece weaves quotes from Bob Cousins and Reed on media and money, contrasts Democratic echoes and McKane legal issues, then discusses the Indian rupee’s value, silver coinage, and depreciation effects on prices, labor, and middlemen profits. It links monetary policy to political rhetoric and real-world price dynamics.
Hon. Joseph C. Hendrix, a trusted Democratic leader, speaks to the National Morocco Manufacturers Association, praising the Moroccan leather industry and arguing for a fixed standard of value in finance. He contrasts leather money with the current monetary system, laments demonetization history, and urges patriotism and steady free enterprise.
A note reports that consultations occur every third minute with the safety committee led by Gorrell. It mentions a general convention about pig iron, its tonnage, and the aim to address debt and governance issues, with a focus on public or private money.
fragmented OCR text shows debates over William Jennings Bryan in Nebraska during turmoil days of grasshoppers prairie fires cyclones and crop failures. The piece notes Nebraska Republicans rejected Bryan, fusion legislature efforts failed, Democrats polled more votes than Aryan factions, urging readers not to credit Bryan for Nebraska.
A Newton letter defends honest money views, rebuts Rev C C Harrah’s July claim that only interest remains high while currency has appreciated. It argues money supply not the problem, cites bank rates, and stresses confidence over free coinage or anti Wall Street rhetoric.
A wounded letter condemns Murphy for cowardice and political stance while praising front-line soldiers who held firm for the Union. The writer urges unity under law and warns against exploiting patriotism.
The Kansas City Journal notes how Mr. Bryan’s rhetorical crown of thorns traced back to earlier speeches dating to 184 and 1804. It cites Hon. Samuel McCall and others, mentioning tariff rhetoric and the Congressional Record of January 26. The piece asserts growing unanimous endorsement of the Chicago nomination.
City council approves tax levy for the upcoming year and funds for electric and street projects. Bills from multiple vendors including McKeever and Gates are allowed. A half-payment proposal for an alley crossing is accepted. Library trustees receive a contingent fund grant. Meeting adjourned for two weeks.
W Lattimer brought a new potato variety to the office, calling them the 16 to 1 kind. Sixteen hills make one bushel, and the potatoes are described as an extra fine large smooth sample of the Clear variety, the finest seen.
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