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Newspaper
Steele City Standard
Location
Steele City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1896
Page
4
A fragmentary discussion centers on labor in mechanics and free coinage of silver, weighing protection and free trade impacts. The text hints at farmer interests and property rights amid arguments for or against silver coinage and economic policy.
Maj. McKinley tells Indiana delegation he believes in America for Americans and praises the dollar, arguing high money volume and good money backing national strength. He rejects labor calls for shorter hours and defends the value of the currency against perceived opposition.
The Boston Post argues free coinage of silver would reduce wages for all workers and hit women harder. It cites price rises, limited union power for female workers, and depreciation of money, harming widows and orphans reliant on insurance payouts.
The piece contrasts level headedness with fanatical rhetoric after Bryan's Chicago convention, noting divided public reactions. It discusses who should lead the party, calls for honest government, and debates on currency policy and tenure in office amid labor unrest and political critique.
Maj. McKinley greets a Wood County voter delegation led by Attorney R. Parker. He praises suffrage as a priceless right tied to liberty, protection, and national honor, urging support for moral government, strong industry, and open mills as the path to employment and prosperity.
A critical column contrasts McKinney with Bryan in addressing who has helped the struggling working poor. The piece accuses Bryan of empty rhetoric while praising McKinney for aiding destitute miners in past deeds, citing a concrete instance and public concern.
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