Debating Currency Reform and State Rights in a Southern Speech
The speaker argues against bimetallism and free coinage, warning that a silver standard depresses wages and harms the economy. He accuses opponents of appealing to sectionalism and court power, citing Grover Cleveland and Tillman, and urges a forward path with cautions about foreign and domestic economic policies.
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South Carolina
Grover Cleveland
Chicago
George Washington
United States
Supreme Court of the
Norfth
Ohio
Missouri
Tillman
Altgeld
Cleveland
Democratic Convention
Democratic Party
Aswers
The Case for Bimetallism and the Silver Question
The speaker argues that silver can coexist with gold in a true bimetallic system and that demonetizing silver harms the economy. He cites 1873 and 1895 statistics on global coinage, defends silver’s monetary role, and warns against silver monometallism or excessive contraction. He urges returning to a stable standard and warns of widespread hardship if policy shifts favor silver alone, stressing the need for fact over theory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
Japan
United Tates
United States
France
Cape Horn
South America
Cnecorgee
Mint
Paul. Minn
R. E. Pton
Preston
Coeuetey
St. Paul Minseapollle
Jn Ee
Charity Call Sparks Alarm Over Unclear Message
A garbled note warns of a get together to raise funds and aid a charity. Officials urge caution as the origin and intent remain unclear. Local authorities request residents ignore the nuisance message and seek trusted channels for legitimate charitable actions.
Bryan Advocates Monetary Reform And Coinage Change
The speaker outlines a proposed shift in the monetary standard. He discusses the value of the dollar, unlimited coinage, and the silver and gold options. He favors a change that strengthens debtor rights while protecting creditor interests.
The Lesson of 18092 and the Moneyed Elite
An excerpt recalls 1892 with a financial divide where the rich prosper while the common people struggle. A speaker contrasts the arousal of workers against employers, noting many Americans lack basic means as a warning from history.
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Senaty
Davis
Vent Sa
World
Silver
Americas
Bryan
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