Supplement to The Journal in Scandia Kansas 1899 notes Aguinaldo era
A transcribed supplement recounts Filipino revolutionary actions around Luzon, Manila and Malolos in January 1899. It includes orders from Emilio Aguinaldo, calls for militia organization, a push to attack American forces, proclamations of war, and references to Bryan’s influence and U S imperial policy debates.
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J. J. Erwin
Lueban
Luzon
Erwin
Thirttieth Infantry
Aguinaldo
Guinayangan
Manila
Santa. Ana
Sarandana
Tuucena
Quirino Eleazar
United States
Ameran
Malolos
Don
Benito
Malples
Leeguse
Emilio Aguinaldo
Mel Finley
Thehilippine Commission
Apuinaldo
Congress
Bolés
Pio del Pilar
Sistent
United
San Juan Bridge
Nebraska Sentinel
Selock
South Dakota
Nebraska Regiment
Nebraska
Grayson
Nebraska Volunteers
Sentinel
No. 2
Paris
Philippines
Dewey
Philippine Army
Calopean
San Juan de] Monte
Maita
Filipino annexationists condemned by rebel sympathizers
The writer denounces annexationists as driven by greed and deceit, praising Aguinaldo as a hero and recounting celebrations in New York and Chicago. He claims the rebels gain support from opposition to Cuban independence and criticizes “fire in the rear” aiding the Philippine rebellion against U S pacification.
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New York
Chicago
Sr. Aguinaldo
Cuba
Domingo Bamson
Guinabatan
United States
Exports of Manufactures Reach New High in 1900
The rise in American manufactured exports marks a key feature of foreign trade. Total exports for 1900 reached 432,284,366 dollars, up 92,608,508 from 1899, with manufactured goods making up 31 percent of all exports, up from 12 percent in 1860. The data argue that protective tariffs boost home industry and expand global markets.
Prosperous year for United States trade tops records
The federal government reports for the fiscal year ending June 30 show total commerce at 2.243 billion dollars, surpassing all prior records by about 320 million. Exports reached 1.394 billion while imports were 849.9 million, leaving a positive balance of 544.5 million.
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United States
United States & Co
Dodging the Issue Aischuler on Free Silver
In Chicago Times Herald coverage Candidate Aischuler responds to the free silver question. He avoids a direct stance while outlining general economic policy and voter concerns.
Georgia Farmer Says He Will Vote for McKinley for Prosperity
A Georgia farmer describes voting Republican this year to secure higher prices for potatoes syrup cotton and hides. He notes a shift from sentiment to practical concern driven by improved wages and profit for his family and home.
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Georgia
Republican Party
Mcixinley
Prosperity Spread by New Southern Industries Report
The Tradesman highlights growth in various sectors through the week ending July 28, listing a $10,000 basket and crate factory in Fort Valley Georgia a harness and saddle works worth $50 000 in Dallas Texas and a $600 000 mining and development company in Arkansas among others It notes rising mail order purchases and government money orders rising by over 7 000 000 for the year ending June 30 1899 with a 55 000 000 increase in the same period
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New Southern Industries
Chattanooga
Tenn
Fort Valley
Georgia
Middle Eorgia
Florida
Arkansas
West Virginia
Kentucky
Texas
Gainesville
Fila
Clarksburg
W. Fi .Va
Dallas
Virginia
Sorth Carolina
Mississippi
South Carolina
Tennessee
Wheeling
Atlanta
Gai
Carolinas
Tobacco
Jending
Labor Share of Prosperity In U S Census Figures
The article argues labor receives the larger share of national prosperity, citing Extra Bulletin No. 67 from the U S Census. It presents figures for 1918 manufacturing: product totals about 9.37 billion, material and cost around 25.79 million, wages about 2.99 million, and balance to capital at 1.30 million, claiming labor income nearly twice capital and predicting further interest from this year’s census.
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United States
Extra
Onetevereensas
Aarde Acne
Western States Wool and Tariff Debate Gains Momentum
The Western States Republican stance argues that Idaho, Nevada, Wyoming, South Dakota and Montana will prosper under protectionist tariffs as wool production thrives there. They note these states previously backed Bryan over silver and claim wool growers benefited from tariffs versus free trade. Idaho’s governor, a Democrat, is said to buy sheep ranches and shows limited support for free wool.
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Idaho
Nevada
Wyoming
South
Dakota
Montana
Colorado
Utah
Bryan
Democrat
Hei
Prosperity sweep boosts bank clearings nationwide in 1899 gains
The prosperity wave touched all regions and industries with bank clearings rising widely. New York up 15. per cent, Pittsburgh 10. per cent, Cleveland over 32 per cent, Seattle 51 per cent, Salt Lake City 43 per cent, Birmingham 44 per cent, Boston 30 per cent, Minneapolis 17 per cent, with the national average up 36 per cent from 1898 and 663 per cent from 1897.
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New York
Pittsburg
Cleveland
Seattle
Salt Linke City
Birmingham
Ala
Boston
Minneapolis
Wealth distribution figures and Southern prosperity debate
The article argues wealth is not concentrated despite claims. It cites 1899 U.S. bank deposits totaling 15.514 billion, with savings and state banks holding nearly half. It notes Pennsylvania prosperity since 1892 and outlines Southern banking expansion enabling cotton crop financing amid tariff debates and Democratic leadership views.
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United States
Pennsylvania
Money Growth in U S Savings Banks 1899
The article notes that by June 1899 savings bank depositors in the United States topped 5.2 million, up from 4.18 million in 1804 and about 4.0 million in 1899’s early period. Average deposits rose from 389 to 419 dollars per person, highlighting rising personal wealth.
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Savines
Unitaries
Deim¢ana
Repuli Ist
Dollar bill circulation rises across denominations to 291 million
In the four years ending in 1899 the quantity of one dollar bills in circulation increased from 40 million to 97 million, two dollar bills rose from 28 million to 36 million, and five dollar bills grew from 245 thousand to 291 million. These are the denominations that go into the hands of wage workers, and the above figures are most instructive.
Money Order Business and Common People Banking
The fragment discusses how common people and those doing business with banks send money to relatives. It reflects on money order use and banking habits among ordinary customers.
Nebraska Bank Deposits Reflect Growing Prosperity
The 1900 state bank examiner report shows Nebraska deposits totaling 21,666,110 dollars, up 3,400,600 from the previous year. Most deposits are in banks outside major cities, serving farmers and laborers and signaling broad economic improvement.
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Nebraska
Eel State Bank
Prosperity and benefits from last year’s charitable giving
The article notes education and charity as proof of national prosperity, citing philanthropy totals for 1899 and prior years. It lists educational institutions receiving $55,851, and charity $13,206,676, with churches, art galleries, and libraries also funded, in a comparison of sums from 1894 to 1899.
The Farmer Thinks
The farmer is a powerful force in the United States with rising influence as voters. He recalls price conditions under Democrats and fears a return to past hardships. The piece portrays the farmer as prosperous and ready to act at the polls.
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United States
Demand for Small Coins Says U S Mint Official
Hon George E Roberts director of the United States mint declares there has never been a greater call for small denominations. He notes pennies nickels dimes quarters half dollars and one two dollar bills drive daily retail change and frequent bank transactions with farmers and wage workers.
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George E. Roberts
United States
Wyoming Bank Deposits Show Four Year Growth Trend
The article reviews Wyoming state banking data from 1896 to 1899, highlighting rising total deposits across the four years. It lists figures for December 1896 2 725084 40, December 1897 2 402, December 1899 5 3845331, illustrating a steady expansion in bank deposits. It also notes wool prices from Yakima Wool Growers Association rising from six to ten cents in 1894, then up to twenty cents by 1899 under McKinley prosperity.
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Wyoming
Yakima Wool Growers' “Association of
Nort Yakima, Wash
Erade
Laider McKinley Posperity
Wool prices in Montana rise from historic rates
The Montana State Board reports 1804 wool at 9 cents per pound, 1899 under McKinley at 16.23 cents, and current contracts at 20 to 22 cents. The figures come from the Sheep Commissioner of Montana.
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Montana
Montana State Board
Few Business Failures in 1899 Reported by Mercantile Agencies
The mercantile agencies show that 1899 had the fewest failures in twenty five years and the smallest average liabilities on record, despite broader fears of widespread business disaster. The report notes minimal impact as McKinley’s election looms and Bryan’s predictions seem sidelined.
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Smaallest
O Fll
Bryan
McKinley
Wool prices in West Virginia under the Wilson and McKinley bills
The article notes 1895 price ranges for fine wool at 9 to 11 cents and 1898 prices at 20 to 25 cents, based on statements from the state's largest wool dealers. It argues these figures explain West Virginia's support for McKinley and prosperity.
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West Virginia
Wit
West. Virginia
McKinley
Prosperity Down South Cites Looming Needs and Cotton Outlook
In Atlanta, Georgia, reports note awaiting fulfillment for sixty thousand dollars of new buildings. The South's cotton crop is projected to be worth hundreds of millions, reflecting ongoing prosperity and market conditions.
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Atlanta
South
Run. Overtime. The nation’s prosperity beyond location
The text discusses the broad prosperity of the country, arguing it is not confined to any single class or location. It critiques populist leaders and their repeated failures to account for 1896 predictions.
Live Stock Wanes in Democratic Era Comparison
The article notes live stock in farmers hands remains strong with prices worth about 400 million dollars more than in 1894-96 Democratic times. It suggests farmer prosperity tied to current livestock values and market conditions.
Silver and Wheat Talk Echoes of 1896 Firebrand Orators
A fragmented reminiscence recalls fast and furious Democratic rhetoric about disappearing guns and the silver question, contrasting 1896 fervor with present quiet. The passage names no clear events, but hints at political melodrama and agricultural staples like maize and wheat in a nostalgic frame.
Farmer’s Capital Advantage Deepens Support for McKinley
A farmer amid the debate emphasizes his capital base, noting it is nearly three times the investment of the local manufacturer and twelve times that of the miner. He declares prosperity and plans to vote for McKinley.
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McKinley
Savings Bank Deposits Reflect Prosperity and Wage Earners
Depositors in the banks of the country have shown a decade of growth despite the gold standard. The piece calls savings banks depositories of wage earners and emphasizes the immense increase in bank deposits as proof of prosperity.
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Maily
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