Republican Ticket National and State Slate
A detailed Republican ticket lists presidential candidates William McKinley and Garrett Hobart, with statewide officers including Ringsrud for governor and Hindman for lieutenant governor. It names state officials, superintendent of public instruction Crane, railroad and land commissioners, presidential electors, and a sweeping slate of county and local offices across numerous towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Roddle
Brookings
H. E. Mayhew
Sanborn
K. G. Phillips
Lawrence
S. V. Jones
Aurora
Frank Crane
Codington
John L. Lockhart
Grant
D. W. McFadden
Custer
N. P. Bromley
Spink
Geo. Johnston
Davison
T. M. Edwards
Pennington
J. L. Turner
R. J. Woods
Minnehaha
R. S. Slocum
Campbell
Cost combine readies coal price increase
The cost combine plans to push coal prices higher as Deadwood suffers from a weak water supply. Meanwhile Bryan faces scrutiny over experience versus age for the presidency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cost Combine
Opinion Split Over Bryan Speech Mirrors Jacob Coat Hues
Readers dispute Bryan's speech and note wide contrasts in interpretation, likening the debate to the shifting colors seen in Jacob's coat. The remark highlights sharp disagreement about the message and impact of the address.
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Bryan
Jacob
Honest dollar and honest chance to earn one doctrine
A brief note reflects a political slogan about republican doctrine promising fair wages and equal opportunity. It frames belief in earning through honest effort and standard monetary value without elaborate policy details. The remark emphasizes integrity in rewards.
Senator Gorman Rejected by Bryan Campaign Leaders
The report notes that Senator Gorman was turned down by the women who lead Bryan's political effort, detailing a setback in the local campaign dynamics.
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Gorman
Bryan
Judge Palmer Quotes Sam On Free Silver Benefit
Samuel seems ready to concede that free silver does not aid the working man as Judge Palmer states. The remark underscores a debate over monetary policy and labor interests.
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Sam
Palmer
Tom Watson Remarks Tie Bryan to Free Silver Issue
In a sharp political statement Watson links Bryan to key positions. He cautions that without Bryan there is no free silver policy and frames Bryan as essential to the Bryan coalition. The remarks emphasize relationship between Watson, Bryan, and policy goals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Watson
Watson
Bryan
Dr Nansen Returns to Livisag Territory
Dr Nansen moves back into Livisag lands as the northern polar region remains concealed. The return highlights ongoing exploration and uncertain visibility of the North Pole.
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Dr. Nansen
North Pole
McKinley Club Organizes New Branches Across Counties
The report notes active McKinley clubs in Huron and Aberdeen with hundreds of members joining. Beadle county is praised for Republican vigor as Brown county Republicans continue organizing efforts amid national issues like the free silver debate and agricultural challenges.
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Huron
McKinley Club
Beadle County
Brown County
Aberdeen
All Heil Comment Sparks Political Backlash In Senate Riot
Sena Stewart remarks provoke criticism as opponents call the comment sacrilegious and demand condemnation. Citizens and lawmakers react, with experts predicting growing opposition ahead of upcoming votes and public debate over religious sentiment in politics.
Notables Absent From Bryan Notification Meeting
Tom Watson and Grover Cleveland were two notables whose absence from the Bryan notification meeting was painfully conspicuous.
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Tom Watson
Grover Cleveland
Bryan
Silver value falls as mine output climbs past demand
The article notes silver depreciation due to rising mine production. It cites 63,800 ounces minted in 1873 and 200,000,000 ounces minted in 1896, highlighting the surplus relative to demand for the white metal.
McKinley Shines Against Bryan In The Battle Of Orators
Wm. McKinley shows strength of manhood and Americanism in contrast to the youthful Bryan. The article highlights McKinley’s knowledge of public affairs and sharp performance as a contrast to the Platte’s fresh voice.
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Wm. McKinley
Bryan
Crawford Draws Crowds Despite Paper Omitting Name
Oce I. Crawford speaks to packed audiences each night, while the Argus Leader omits listing his name in coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oce I. Crawford
Argus
Bryan Reaches New York Safely Despite Poor Judgment
Narrative notes Bryan arriving in New York unharmed after questionable remarks in the west and Bland speaking in the east, reflecting on limits of a single voice and the difficulty of choosing words in public discourse.
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Bryan
New York
Brookings Press Publishes Special Edition for Endeavor Society
The Brookings Press issues a special edition honoring the Society of Christian Endeavor. The society holds events in Brookings on August 27 28 29 and 30 with notable enterprise noted by the press.
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Brookings Press
Society of Christian Endeavor
Brookings
Nomination Highlight Notes Bryan Cash Tiny Sum
An admiring paper after Bryan's presidential nomination noted he had only 57 dollars in cash. Readers might infer he later received a raise or salary advancement.
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Bryan
Spain Quietly Drops Bill Over Cuban Relief Claims
The Spanish government will not press a bill against the United States for relief expeditions to aid Cuban insurgents due to a lack of treasury surplus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
System to revitalize money and labor May Promote Prosperity
The text advocates a policy system to align national money and labor for prosperity. It argues current business mood is subdued until such a system is implemented, implying broader economic reform. The passage emphasizes productive work and financial measures as key to improving the economy.
Lead mining official Thos Johnston Grier weds Mary Jane Patelthorpe
Thos Johnston Grier superintendent of the Homestake Mining Co. plant at Lead married Mary Jane Patelthorpe, formerly Mrs Ferrie, according to reports. Grier had intended to wed years ago.
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Thos. Johnston Grier
Homestake Mining Co
Lead
Mary Jane Patelthorpe
Ferrie
Grier
Coinage policy eyed as wheat and coal prices drift
The piece warns free silver could double prices for wheat oats cotton and corn. It expresses hope it won’t push hard coal to 22 dollars a ton, else people may have to stay out in the cold.
Editor urged to stop sending marked copies to Horonite wife
A critic claims the editor of South Dakota's sole moral paper should halt distributing marked issues to the wife of a Horonite man, insisting the remark be taken seriously.
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South Dakota
Chronicle corrects congressional ticket to include Crawford
The Centerville Chronicle notes the omission of the name Crawford from the congressional ticket and states the correction has been made. Nash of Canton is expected to find the error before the campaign ends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chronicle
Centerville
Crawford
Nash
Canton
Blasphemous Senators Stir U S Senate Debate
In a provocative scene Senator Stewart claims that all hell is with Bryan while Tillman says Christ is not running this campaign. The two are described as demagogues whose Senate presence is labeled a travesty on self government.
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Stewart
Bryan
Tillman
Christ
U. S. Senate
John Sherman’s Finance Speech Praised for Authority
The passage notes how Sherman, a veteran of forty years in public service, is highly regarded on finance. It asserts his words command attention worldwide whenever he speaks on fiscal matters.
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John Sherman
Laborers Cry for Work Amid Idle Skilled Jobs
A historical plea argues 64 percent of skilled labor in the United States is idle, prompting hunger fears and reduced wheat consumption as workers lack money to buy bread. The passage links unemployment to economic hardship and domestic food demand.
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United States
Butte Cleans Up Gambling After Local Court Ruling
Judge McHalter of Montana upholds a city ordinance banning gambling despite state law allowing regulated gambling. Gamblers close shops and Butte becomes free of gambling dens for the first time in its history.
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McHalter
Montana
Butte
Democratic pressures drove larger gold withdrawals from 1892 to 1896
Under republican legislation the treasury gold withdrawal for thirteen years after July 1, 1879 was 43,310,896 dollars. By contrast, under democratic threats and free trade legislation from July 1, 1892 to May 20, 1896 withdrawals rose to over 447,000,000 dollars and more.
Financial policy cited by Robert J Gamble on trade deficits
The speaker notes that 351 million dollars have been exported to foreign countries to balance trade deficits. He argues that under the present policy, even with favorable terms, sustaining financial relations under any system remains impossible.
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Robert. J. Gamble
US Mint Coinage July 1896 Highlights
Figures show July 1896 coinage of gold and silver dollars with standard silver dollars exceeding one million in a month. Despite claims, government did not suspend coinage of standard silver dollars, countering widespread talk.
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United States
Voice compared to public figures in Dakota race
The passage notes Bryan’s friends praise his voice and oratory but claims South Dakotans care little for voice alone. It recalls a previous public figure with a beautiful, sonorous voice who, if chosen over a capable entrant, would be buried by the comparison.
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Bryan
Mrs Bryan Shapes Campaign Headquarters Move to Chicago
Mrs. Bryan influences the campaign by choosing Chicago for headquarters. Bryan refused to decide, so she announced his pledge to support Atgeld and Tillman and to base in Chicago. Jones accepted his medicine like a man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Bryan
Chicago
Bryan
Herald Democrat Charges AG Paid McDowell in Corruption Probe
The Herald Democrat accuses the attorney general of paying James McDowell 4000 dollars to collect 8000 from Tenny, a Chicago lawyer who allegedly extorted 10000. The Huronare demands proof, warns McDowell should face action and Crawford resigns if true, while the Hounronrre calls the report a campaign lie.
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Herald Democrat
James McDowell
Tenny
Chicago
Taylor
Huronare
McDowell
Crawford
Hounronrre
McKinley Tariff Push Promises Prosperity Over Bryan
A campaign note links prosperity to tariff policy, arguing that debased currency and idle labor hinder growth. It portrays McKinley as the vote for business revival and contrasts it with Bryan’s record, urging voters to choose revival and avoid stagnation and dishonor.
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McKinley
Bryan
Senators Stewart and Bryan in truth pledge over mine pay
The article notes Stewart fails to deny Bryan being paid by silver mine owners and urges both men to tell the truth, citing past political scandals and urging candor as Grover Cleveland advised. It frames the situation as a test of honesty for Stewart and Bryan.
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Stewart
Bryan
Grover Cleveland
Maria Helpin
Henry Ward Beecher
Cleveland
Grover
Republican papers clash with Gov Sheldon record
The Huron Huronite accuses republican papers of attacking Gov Sheldon to hurt the campaign. Dell Rapids Tribune argues such attacks fail to embarrass the campaign as Sheldon’s two terms stand on record. It says endorsing Sheldon would mislead voters and harm the party.
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Minneapolis Tribune
Sheldon
Dell Rapids Tribune
Huronite
Republican State Central Committee
Bryan reception in New York fails to draw crowds
The Bryan notification at Madison Square and the social reception for Mr and Mrs Bryan in Gotham failed. Even the presidential candidate felt a chill and comments on the lack of enthusiasm at the reception. This may push the key candidate toward realization of a stronger effort.
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Bryan
Madison Square
Gotham
New York
Political rhetoric and public trust in electors
The article contrasts Bryan and Republican candidates, arguing the American public detects weakness in public men and prefers sincerity and ability. It asserts Bryan must change tactics or his campaign will collapse by November, while the Republican stance appears steadier and more mature.
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Bryan
Come to South Dakota and Build a Home
The piece extols South Dakota climate as healthful and safe through all seasons. It highlights mild annual rainfall for seeding, tolerates floods elsewhere, and notes comfortable winters and springs. Encourages settlement, affordable land, and building a home in the prairies.
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South Dakota
South
County bids shown for coal supply reveal price spread
The Chicago paper reports bids for Brazil and anthracite coal in a county procurement. Each bidder presents independent figures with similar rates, while critics demand action against price controlling combinations and predict eventual enforcement.
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Chicago
Pennsylvania
Brazil
Baker Bros
Youghiogheny and Lehigh Coal Company
Turner & Jones
Chicago and Indiana Coal Company
Brazil Mining Company
John J. Hayes
Youghiogheny and Lehigh Company
Turner &Jones
Brazil Mining Coal Company
Philadelphia and Reading Coal and Iron Company
John Hayes
Hale Johnson Opposes Silver Coinage for Prohibition Stance
Hale Johnson the Prohibition party vice presidential candidate argues no financial legislation helps while liquor traffic continues. He estimates saloon spending at 1.2 billion dollars annually, much borne by wage earners, and contends free silver would not bring lasting relief despite possible brief gains.
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Hale Johnson
Prohibition Party
Fragmentary political quote on financial relief and conditions
A fragment asserts that no financial legislation will provide tangible relief under current conditions and questions potential benefits. The quotation lacks context, with no clear speaker, date, or event.
Labor and free silver split in campaign debate
A New York broker reports a southern Democrat urging full support for free silver to lower labor costs. He argues such a policy would slash wages to inflation-era levels, enabling broader trade and commercial supremacy over other nations.
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Bryan
McKinley
New York
England
Fraternal Wisdom on Silver Coinage Reforms
The Globe-Democrat notes free coiners ignore that the government already restored silver to its former role fifty times by issuing more than fifty times the number of silver dollars than in all prior U S history.
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Globe-Democrat
Bryan's Contribution to Labor
A Globe Democrat columnist derides Mr. Bryan as a lip service friend of labor who never labored himself. The piece argues labor should stand on its own and reject reliance on "princes' stiles" for support.
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Bryan
Globe Democrat
Labor
Great Silver Production and the Price of Silver in 1873
The New York World notes that in 1873 world silver output reached 61,100,000 ounces with a silver dollar worth $1.03 in gold. By last year production rose to 166,000,000 ounces and the silver dollar's value fell to 50.7 cents, prompting discussion on whether miners can restore 1873 production to recover conditions.
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New York World
United States
Congress
Ss Foy
Senate
France
Germany
Austria
Italy
Belgium
Switzerland
China
India
Mexico
Japan
Onions and Parsley Aid Nervous Strain Claims
A German scientist is quoted asserting that women who eat onions will shed nervousness and improve their complexions. He adds that a sprig of parsley dipped in vinegar eaten after onions neutralizes the odor and removes evidence of consumption.
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New York Times
Hugh Wynn Free Quaker serials in Century
Dr Weir Mitchell works on a novel titled Hugh Wynn Free Quaker to begin as a Century serial in November. Set in Philadelphia before and during the Revolutionary War, with figures such as Washington Franklin Lafayette Arnold and Major Andre and a hero on Washington's staff.
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Ventury Co
Weir Mitchell
Hugh Wynn
Dr. Mitchell
Philadelphia
Washington
Franklin
Lafayette
Benedict Arnold
Major Andre
General Washington
The Democratic Platform Critique of Silver Policy
A critique of the Chicago Democratic platform arguing it promotes silver monometalism and debasement of the currency. It contends the platform misstates facts and would force 16 to 1 silver coinage, risking national bankruptcy and widespread ruin. Wappen Granam.
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Chicago
Wappen Granam
Halt Rates to Omaha on North Western Line
Round trip fare offered August 15 17 and 18 1896 with excursion tickets August 24 from Omaha to Denver and Hot Springs South Dakota at low rates. Tickets and full information available from Chicago and North Western Railway agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North-Western Line
Chicago & North-Western Ry
Omaha
Denver
South Dakota
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John Longstaff
National
William M’kinley
Far
Garrett A. Hobart
New Jersey
R. J. Gamble
Yankton
Coe I. Crawford
Hughes
A. O. Ringsrud
Union
D. L. Hindman
Marshall
Harvey J. Rice
J. W. Houston
John T. Baker
Edward Sterling
WM. Rogers
Alex. M’intosh
Register of Deeds
Edwin H. Vance
J. H. Alexander
F. E. Grant
John Wood
Harriet S. Grant
Justice of the Peace
R. E. Curtis
Geo. W. Cook
J. H. Crosbie
V. E. Collins
J. B. Coomer
A. C. House
R. B. Smith
D. Connard
L. Woodworth
Ohio
Deadwood
Idie
Democratic Party
the Democratic Platform
Ee Uni
Chicago & North- Western Ry
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