The Cotton Silver Link in 19th Century Markets
An analysis argues silver and cotton prices move together under normal conditions, with cotton tied to silver via production costs. A failed U.S. cotton crop would lift cotton prices far more than silver, while broader factors like demonetization of silver and gold standard debates shape volatility across cotton, silver, and wheat. The piece notes evolving U.S. and European trade impacts and references political shifts and monetary policy debates.
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South
pUyer
MacHre
Sodia
United States
India
East India
Europe
America
Gold standard advocates warned of looming gold surplus
In a National Bimetallist piece, concerns are raised about inflation and a possible suspension of free coinage of gold as suggested by London Bankers Magazine. The author argues that restricting currency, via limited coinage and tender, is the true remedy and mocks proponents of honest money predicting coexistence of gold and silver as standards.
A Wise Paper on Free Coinage and Silver Value
The Nashville Banner mocks a pro silver argument, arguing under free coinage 500 million in silver would shrink to half its power, leaving only silver as money and each dollar worth half. It ridicules claims about abundance and scarcity, labeling the concept of sound money as odd and profound in a satirical tone.
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Nashville
Tennessee
Banner
Adam Smith
John Locke
Herbert
Alabama
Republicans Debate Metal Standard in Primaries
Fragmentary notes show Tet Republicans seeking unity in the national party with Democrats split on bimetallism versus gold standard in primary races. A quoted line suggests the party faces a house divided and unable to stand united.
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Omaha World-Herald
Milow Democrata
Aldredge Speech Delights Bankers in Atlanta Debate
Ex congressman Aldredge electrified bankers in Atlanta with a humorous speech arguing for bimetalism and a wheat price at 50 cents per bushel. The remarks mixed finance theory with satire, drawing criticism for weak logic and self-interest references while praising a gold and silver standard debate as a national policy tool.
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Bartine
Aldredge
Atlanta
Aldredge Hoult
Goa
Artis
Coorent
Hanred
Omar Folur
Nany
Ted
Lyveth
Critics Question Judge Alldredge's Gold Standard Rhetoric
The passage questions Judge Alldredge's portrayal of gold standard advocates as "true friends of liberty" and notes skepticism about his rhetoric. It contrasts various figures like McKinley Henry George Baron Rothechilde Amnantas and discusses bankers' enthusiasm for the new prophet while acknowledging unsettled silver questions and potential future developments.
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Aldradge
McKinley
Henry George A
Baron Rothechilde
Amnantas
Alldredge
Ativer
Mexico Satisfied with Silver Standard Monometallican View
A historical column argues Mexico benefits from silver coinage and challenges gold standard advocates. It cites Mexico’s relative prosperity, railways, factories, and employment as proof of silver’s viability, contrasting with the United States and China. It warns that abandoning silver could harm civilization.
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Mexico
United States
Fisueier Bay
China
Vale Sam
Monaco
Morgan in Chicago Luncheon Honors J Pierpont Morgan
John W Doane hosted a Chicago club luncheon in honor of J Pierpont Morgan. Doane praised Morgan for preserving the treasury, while Morgan quipped about currency soundness, referencing a recent $6 50 million gold loan and urging trust in a sound monetary system.
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John W. Doane
Chicago Club
J. Pierpont Morgan
Chicago
Mr. Morgan
New York
Donne Arone
Chicago Towers
Treasury
Massi
J. Pierpoot Morgai
Mr. Doane
Washington
Chicago Mail
Treas
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Americas
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Ile Mame
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Arting Kids Dealen Mines
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