Bryan’s Election Seen as Harmful to Labor by Grosvenor
In this 1900 letter from C. H. Grosvenor of Athens Ohio the author argues that electing William Jennings Bryan would end tariffs and bring free trade. He cites Bryan’s votes and platform on the Wilson tariff and free wool and coal imports, claiming harm to labor and farmers.
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Pryan
Mr. Bryan
Bryan
Wilson
House
Senate
Jos. Bailey
Texas
W. L. Wilson
West Virginia
House of Representatives
Seaboard
West
Middle West
Kansas City
Congress
Democratic Party
Sioux Falls
Treasury Department
United States
William Jennings Bryan
William J. Bryan
Nebraska
C. H. Grosvenor
Athens
Ohio
Prosperity for Wheat Growers under Free Trade Ideas
The article argues that wheat consumption per person rose from 3.11 bushels in 1894 to 5.95 under McKinley era policies. It claims this growth proves that manufacturing interests boost farmer prosperity and supports free trade experiments.
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United States
McShinley
Bryan’s Many Sided Hopes and Fears
The piece argues that Bryan claims the Constitution extends to all U S lands, while warning voters his platform mixes free silver imperialism and shifts party affiliations. It portrays him as a Democrat Populist and silver Republican, allied with Aguinaldo, hoping factions won’t defect or reject him.
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Bryan
United States
Democratic Party
West
Aguinaldo
Challenge to Senator Pettigrew stirs Sioux Falls crowd
Sioux Falls, South Dakota, hears a fiery challenge to Senator Pettigrew after a Roosevelt meeting. A local rider, claiming to have served under Col. Roosevelt at San Juan Hill, denounces Pettigrew and vows to confront him face to face. Pettigrew may need to explain his remarks.
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Sioux Falls
S. D
Senator Pettigrew
Col. Roosevelt
San Juan Hill
Roosevelt
Pettigrew
San Juan
Thirty Tons of Pennies Saved by Chicago Children
Chicago Penny Savings Society reports rapid growth with deposits rising from 19140 in 1898 to 33960 in 1899 and 71793 in 1900. Acting president William C. Hollister notes the philanthropic, volunteer-run system funded by contributions and used in half of Chicago schools.
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William C. Hollister
Chicago Penny Savings Society
Schiller
Chicago
McWinley
Bryan's Hard Times Plea Sparks Voter Turmoil
A Highland California chronicle notes Bryan pushing hard times appeals to aid his bid. Reports Milwaukee speech claims of factory distress, wage fears, and industrial decline to sway voters away from prosperity. The piece mocks his call for free silver and predicts voter backlash in N O Y aftermath.
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Ad Bryan
Milwaukee
New Haven
Massachusetts
Republican Party
Bryan
Aguinaldo
Cotton Consumption Doubles in United States
The 1894 per capita cotton use stood at 15.91 pounds, rising to 27.14 pounds under McKinley era prosperity. This surge reflects better dress and broader demand for cotton goods across all ages in the nation.
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United States
McKinley wave optimism in Grey family tale
In a Warble County chapter, Simon Grey frets over prices and politics as McKinley’s rise spurs cautious trading. His daughter Vinnie, county superintendent, weighs business risks, family debts, and Ezra’s warned prophecies while hoping for mortgage relief and better times.
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Bryan
Simon
Mr. Grey
England
Cynthia
Ezra
Grey
Harrington
Boonsville
Vinnie
Wm. McKinley
Ohio
United States
Vinnie Grey
Warble County
Glen Harrington
Bob Wright
Joe Harrington
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Paramount
Penny Savings Society
Straightway
Highland, Cal
Alma L. Parker
Guide Rock, Neb
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