Missouri Politico Commentary on 1896 Campaign and County Politics
A dense editorial critique notes Bryan's weak showing and Democratic fragility in Missouri Washington County. It condemns the GOP gains, predicts continued Republican influence, and warns of a Democratic tax and school fund misappropriation. The piece calls for reform and references Aguinaldo as a pacemaker.
Petitions for Postmaster Affected by Recent Fire
A large number of petitions for appointment to postmaster positions have been consigned to the fire over the past few days. The incident has interrupted processing and prompted scrutiny of the affected offices. Formal investigations are pending updates on replacements and timelines.
Missouri Outlook Says Democrats Remain Hopeful
The text notes Democratic optimism about Missouri staying aligned with their political direction, amid concern that setbacks could follow if fortunes shifted. The fragment hints at cautious morale and fears of a broader decline if the tail follows the hide.
Democratic Ex Changes Battle Over Flint Pledges
A fragment hints at internal party tension as Democratic factions debate tactics and promises, signaling possible leadership shifts after renewed rounds of discussions. The remark implies persistent infighting and strategizing before decisive moves.
County Republicans Face Mockery After Voting for Democrats
Republicans who supported Democratic policies in the county are reportedly facing sneers and jibes from the Democratic party and its supporters. The public feud centers on recent votes that crossed party lines, provoking sharp partisan backlash in local politics.
Goebel Law Cited For Kentucky Vote Counting
The remark asserts Kentucky will be counted for Bryan and the Democratic state ticket regardless of voter choice, invoking the Goebel law to enforce this stance. It reflects tensions over election rules and party integrity during the political controversy.
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Kenitucky
Bryan
St Louis City Election Sees Democratic Ticket Victory
A weak city government paired with partisan election law produced the Democratic city ticket win in St. Louis, reflecting the political climate and procedural influence on local results.
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St. .Louis
German Americans Flocked to Bryan Before Election Day
The German Americans reported as flocking to Bryan reportedly moved before election day and aligned with the G. O. P. and honest government.
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Bryan
Congress will regulate evils in line with common sense
The text argues that when Congress meets it will allow Democratic friends and that Republicans will handle the trust question without overturning the entire war industrial system. It emphasizes regulating evils in accordance with practical principles and seeks to modify errors to avoid tearing down progress.
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Congress
Secord
Missouri voters show fatigue with ring rule in state
Bryan carried Missouri by 32 points with 2339 and Dockery by 29 points with 102. The latter trailed his national ticket by 3237 votes, signaling Missourians' weariness of ring rule in Missouri.
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Bryan
Missouri
Dockery
Republicans Learn to Fight Back in County Campaigns
The election shows Republicans must match opponents’ aggression to win in the county. The piece argues using the devil’s weapons to combat the opposition.
Nesbit law aided Missouri Democrats in defeating GOP gains
The Nesbit law was effective in making Missouri secure for the Democrats, as it enabled them to commit frauds enough in St. Louis and Kansas City to overcome the Republican gains in the counties.
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Missouri
St. Louis
Kansas City
Democrat States Party Must “Get Under the Flag” to Succeed
A prominent Democrat argues the party can only win by aligning under the flag, claiming previous approaches have repeatedly failed when tried in opposition. He emphasizes unity behind the national banner as essential for electoral success.
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Democratic Party
Missouri Taxpayers Pay for Democratic Ring Power
A Missouri speaker criticizes state finances noting that taxpayers must raise a quarter of a million dollars yearly to cover school land interest as part of the price of keeping the Democratic political machine in power.
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Missouri
Democratic committee funds sway county election
The Democratic state committee allegedly poured a large sum into the county just before the election to aid the county ticket. Those on the ticket who did not participate in the fund lost ground to a strong Republican majority, while others benefited, leaving dissidents with grievances toward party bosses.
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Democratic State Committee
State Committee
County returns spark GOP hopes for imminent nomination win
In the county election returns Republicans show a net gain of 152 votes over four years while Democrats gain 52. Potosi shifts to a Democratic majority, while Old Mines flips to Republicans by 13. Cruise, Richwoods, Liberty, Caledonia and Concord also post strong Republican gains.
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Concord
McKinley Re-elected Promises Stable Government
The text proclaims McKinley’s re-election for four more years, highlighting overwhelming electoral and popular support. It asserts policy stability, strong congressional support, and continued business confidence, with capital investment and employment tied to labor, plus continued sovereignty over former Spanish islands and eventual benefits to their people under enhanced governance.
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McKinley
Voice of the People
Congress
Spain
Bryan's Lament in the Wake of Republican Victory
Bryan laments the vast Republican victory, dazed by its dimensions and the political shift. The incomplete excerpt hints at a reflective stance on the electoral outcome and its impact on his supporters.
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Bryan
Bryanism Defeated Promises Prosperity If It Returns
A Globe-Democrat summary declares Bryan and his allies defeated in the 1896 election. It argues the nation enjoys greater business activity and prosperity now, while Bryanism is described as dead and harmful. Mentions warnings against future Democratic rhetoric and vows to push on with enterprises previously stalled by Bryan’s influence. Also notes a reward for info on two missing foals in Undine, Missouri.
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Big land deal in Washington County MO to raise $11 million
Arrangements by Baltimore Trust and Guarantee Co for financing a deal involving over $11,000,000 of stocks and bonds to acquire about 33,000 acres in Washington County, Missouri, southwest of St. Louis. The property includes baryta, zinc, lead, iron, and timber with a new town planned. The company, tied to ex Mayor Robert Davidson, plans a $10,000,000 stock base and $1,200,000 in bonds, issuing $1,100,000 bonds immediately and reserving $150,000 for future needs.
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Baltimore Trust and Guarantee Company
Robert Davidson
McKinley
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St. Louis
Twice-a-Week Republic offers broad news and fiction
The Twice-a-Week Republic delivers political and foreign affairs, markets and business news, and household tips, books and fashion in a weekly-turned-daily style. It targets readers with varied interests and promises both factual reports and entertaining stories for subscribers.
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Republic
Deer Herd Slaughter in Southeast Missoori Forest
A man recalls vast deer herds in Southeast Missoori and a ravine hunt where he penned deer one by one then killed them as they charged out. He describes the frenzy, his knife worn to its handle, and cold weathered realization that excitement costs.
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Missoori
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