Republican Reply to Silver Policy Ratifies Gold Standard
Canton Ohio August 26. Melvin Tey and others issue a letter tracing the Republican stance on monetary policy and the gold standard. They attack free silver, warn of silver coinage risks, and defend protective tariffs, national debt avoidance, and reciprocity as key planks of the party program. The document emphasizes stability, credit, and international bimetallism concerns. It also recalls President Cleveland and cites industrial growth, tariffs, and fiscal restraint as needed for national prosperity.
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Canton
Ohio
Atujor Melcin- Tey
Hien
John M. Thurston
Gotti Lee
St. Louis
Democratic Party
Meron
United States
Oinet E Plavlorio
Dhetliuerorhe Nationa Om
Anal Heyer
Pnp
Ito
Wales
Mexico
Onhonk
Mosieu
Cleveland
Republican Party
India
China
Republica Pary
Piamele
Pary Dlnborern
Ubon
Chicago
Washington
Hue Tomlition
Aso
Mareieon
Lessige
Congress
Whithey
Vstileda
Leon Ines
Isso Bo
Ontonagon Fire Wipes Town After Massive Blaze
The Michigan village of Ontonagon is destroyed except for twelve dwellings as a fire driven by strong winds devastates the eastern area. Residents evacuate to shelters while Diamond Match Company assets face potential loss and the town contemplates sale to settle debts. Trout Creek remains threatened amid severe economic strain and pending negotiations seek a quick settlement to satisfy creditors.
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Green Bay
Mich
Aue
Ontona- Bon
T Ja
TJ Wright
Supt
Mintburn
Chicago, Miwaukee and St. Paul Company
Ontonagon
Woode
Atempe
Wedoming Tows
Jetera Duo
Poedigy
Rath Wat
Newwest
Diamond Mateh Company
Tulare
Trout Creek
Two Ofte Town in Danger Near Montrea River
A fragment from Ironwood reports a dangerous event along the Montrea river with boats and homes threatened by a wind from the south. The piece notes damage to several structures and a handful of animals saved, detailing a sense of urgency and ongoing danger.
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Ironwood
Mien
Montrea
Gotudere Biruehi
Yertierday
Coun
Wong
Hilton Hughes & Co Discontinues Bins Amid Heavy Losses
The New York dry goods firm Hilton Hughes & Co. closes its doors after a heavy failure with assets estimated from 21,000 to 1,500,000 dollars and creditors seeking repayment. George M. Wright notes the business failed to profit, plans liquidation, and creditors may recover through a preliminary sale and possible assignments.
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New York
Hilton
Hughes Mo
Nilton, Hughes & Co
Nueliese Corby
Hhmton, Huehes & Co
George MM. Wright
Hitghes & CO
Stewart
Showart
Deming & Co
Sn Ae
Deme
Hurthes & Co
No Bity Co
George M
Gfelenoe
Aiertimeey
Milton
Merchaniban
Froday
Petersburg WI Campaign Notes and Health Report
The Petersburg Republican group establishes headquarters at Oak and Union streets with clerks and campaign literature. Local figures predict McKinley’s support in the Fourth District. a crowd plans speeches and a track car visit. The Health Officer reports the city’s highest mortality rate this year, with 20 white and 16 colored deaths, total mortality 34 per 1,000.
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Petersburg
Repubicans
Peturg
Oak
Union
Charles Give
Gerwill
Crowe
Blorsile
Cheaterthord County
la Cross
Atlantic
Danville
Tomorry
McKinkey-Hobart Campaieness
Ettrick’s
Chesterfield County
Hobert, Hardie
James Cousins
Winder
Bryan Arrival in Syracuse Draws Large Crowd
William J. Bryan and Mrs. Bryan arrived in Syracuse after a Mohonk Valley trip. A several thousand strong crowd at the station greeted them with cheers as Bryan spoke briefly from the rear platform about free silver. The train continued toward Hanover Square where he addressed about 6,000 people.
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Syracuse
Mohonk Valley
William J. Bryan
Wthea
Albany
Ullca
Bryan
Mr. Bryan
Onelda
Crace
Kirkville
Ervin
Atresia
New York Central
Mrs. Bryan
Hanover Square
Shire Convention Chooses Tack and Vaun For State Posts
In Saratoga August 26 the Republican Shire Convention opened its second day. Balloting for Governor produced Tack as nominee after several rounds. New York County backed Muck, while Irving C. Vaun of Onondaga was set for Judge of the Court of Appeals, with Woodruff of Brooklyn named for Lieutenant Governor. The convention adjourned sine die.
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Saratoga
N. Y
Republic Shire
Whoa. Am
Wallouindsford
Kehan
Frank S. Bingk
Trey
Secen
Aldrides
Black
Fish
Tack
York County
HY Vn
Timothy E. Woodruff
Brooklyn
Irving C. Vaun
Onondaga
Court of Appeals
Munt-have-Money Sale Advertised Amid Crowds
Fragmentary notice promotes a munt have money sale with extraordinary bargains and hints at large crowds. It urges attendance daily and asks readers to tell friends about the event, noting continued promotion and flashy advertising.
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Norfolk
Lamb's Trip Failed in Race for Congressional Nomination
Richmond Va Aug 23 Speeches were quiet at headquarters as Colonel William Lamb returned from Norfolk with little to say about his visit. He later met with National Republican managers in New York to press removing Dyer and Gee. Other items note Henry W Flournoy's campaign stop in Surry with attention on currency, King William delegates split, and a Democratic sound money meeting planned in Richmond with about 300 delegates.
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Richmond
Wiliam Lamb
Norfolk
New York
National Respublican
Dyer
Gee
Lamb
Hobart
Tme
Henry W. Flournoy
Surry County
Surry
Onder
Academy of Music
Joseph Hryan
Alexander Hamilton
Petersburg
To Nottings
Knights of Pythias Supreme Lodge Convenes in Cleveland
The Supreme Lodge of Knights of Pythias meets in Cleveland on August 26. Reports from committees are not ready. officers may be elected tomorrow. Supreme Chancellor Walter Richie retires. Philip B. Cosgrave expected to assume duties. Possible candidates include Thomas H. Sample, Carter, and C. H. Feathers. The conclave topic includes election prospects and related events.
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Cleveland. C
Supreme Lodge of Knights of Pythias
Nixsteen
Philip B. Cosgrave
Supreme
Walter Richie
Exoie
Thomas H. Sample
Pennsylvan
Carter
California
C. H. Feathers
Wisconsin
Tndioath Mint
Sample
Supreme Officers Tippecanoe Club
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