Republican Ticket National and State Leaders Listed
The slate names William McKinley for President and Garrett Hobart for Vice President with a full list of candidates for Congress Governor Lieut Governor Secretary of State Auditor Treasurer Attorney General Superintendent of Public Instruction and other state roles. It also lists Presidential Electors and a detailed county and legislative roster including sheriff register of deeds clerk of court probate judge and several justices of the peace and constables. Page of Ohio.
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
What is the matter with a McKin ley club for Huron
A concise note asks about issues facing a McKinley era club in Huron, seeking clarity on a local matter affecting its operation and purpose.
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McKinley Club
Huron
Beadle County Farmers Rally for McKinley with Harrison support
Beadle county farmers gather for a campaign push as ex president Harrison plans to stump for McKinley. The event underscores Republican efforts to mobilize rural voters ahead of upcoming elections.
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Harrison
McKinley
Populists in St Louis side with Bryan Svengali appeal
In St Louis the populists appear ready to follow Bryan’s lead. Hon. Chas. N. Herreid expresses strong backing for the Republican ticket.
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Chas. N. Herreid
We Want Harvest Weather Not Rain
A brief note emphasizes a desire for favorable harvest weather over rain. The message stresses productive growing conditions and steady yields rather than immediate precipitation.
The Silver Craze Is a Disease Cure Lies in Education
An editorial warns that the silver craze is a disease affecting public judgment and argues only an educational campaign can cure it, urging schools and community groups to promote factual awareness and critical thinking.
The Silver Dawn Debuts From Karl Gerner in Waterloo Indiana
Karl Gerner launches The Silver Dawn, a new wartime era newspaper based in Waterloo Indiana, aiming to cover local news, culture, and community updates for residents.
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Karl Gerner
Waterloo
Indiana
Populist Convention in St Louis Sparks Talk of Unity
The message questions what the St Louis Populist gathering achieved as the Democratic party marks a centennial, signaling cross party dialogue and potential alignment. The article notes a meeting between diverse leaders and the challenge of defining future cooperation.
McKinley Emphasizes Manhood Over Bryan Platitudes
A political contrast is drawn with McKinley claiming stronger appeal of manhood to voters than Bryan's words. The statement positions November as the crucial period and frames Bryan as weaker in comparison to McKinley among the populace.
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McKinley
Bryan
Democratic Party’s Perilous Course Despite Persistent Life
A political observer compares the Democratic Party to a snake with many lives, noting its torturous path and resilience as it navigates continual challenges and rebirths in the political arena.
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Democratic Party
Bryan Faces Need for New Figurative Phrase
The speaker notes Bryan’s famous expressions the crown of thorns and cross of gold are worn out. He will have to coin a new phrase, a task outside his usual business.
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Bryan
Sheldon Predicted to Get Zero in Next Legislature
The Wessington Times estimates Sheldon will receive no votes in the upcoming legislature. Blake is praised for sound political judgment in affairs.
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The
Wessington Times
Sheldon
Blake
The Hay Time Adage Reinterpreted
The saying urges making hay when grass is plentiful while noting the contrary proverb about gunfire. It reflects practical farming wisdom and a cautionary note about contrasting maxims.
Glass Seeks Renomination for Codington County State Rep
Hon. Wilburn S. Glass of Water town seeks renomination for state representative from Codington county. If Codington Republicans unite behind Glass and Crane with equal enthusiasm, Codington county will vote Republican by a large majority.
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Wilburn S. Glass
Watertown
Codington County
Codington
Glass
Crane
Codlington County
Pettigrew remarks on populists and a September 2 Democratic convention
Senator Pettigrew states populists are hard to deal with and that sound money Democrats will hold another Democratic convention on September 2, with the meeting place to be announced later. He cites experience in St Louis as not altering his view.
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Huron
Pettigrew
St. Louis
Oracle in Huronare office laments populists' chatter
An oracle overseeing the job rooms in the Huronare office declares populists talk too much, claiming silence is golden as the reason for constant outspokenness.
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Huronare
Silver Restoration and Gold Value Relation
The restoration of silver by the United States would raise silver bullion prices but not enough to make 16 grains of silver equal 1 grain of gold.
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United States
Populists Reject Sewall of Maine as Calamity Navigator
The text argues Sewall of Maine is not a calamity hound and would not receive populist backing. It asserts one must be a pessimist to gain populist trust, believing rain and famine threaten the people.
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Sewall
Maine
Kingsbury County Republicans Nominate Strong Ticket
The Kingsbury county Republicans nominate a strong ticket. The Chief calls the convention the finest in every sense of the word ever held in the county. Hope is expressed for victory in November.
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Kingsbury County
Depew Criticizes Free Coinage Policy Abroad
Chauncey Depew arrives from Europe and states the Democratic push for free coinage of silver has sown distrust of credit and financial honor. He warns the stance threatens the nation’s financial integrity and public confidence.
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Chauncey Depew
Europe
Democratic Party
Sheldon Plans Five Month Obiteration Then Farm Retirement
A quirky, self-deprecating note hints Sheldon will trade public life for a quiet five month period before retiring to a Day County farm. He imagines a peaceful routine and a chorus of his voice calling in a playful, bossish refrain.
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Sheldon
Aberdeen convention with silent stance on Governor Sheldon
The Aberdeen gathering did not endorse Governor Sheldon. They praised the acts of Phillips Crane Lockhart Thorson and Hipple while remaining discreetly silent on Sheldon.
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Aberdeen
Sheldon
Phillips
Crane
Lockhart
Thorson
Hipple
Crown of labor to be worn by American workers
The crown of thorns will rest on labor’s brow no longer, as silver is used for the crown. When labor bears the crown in the United States it will be offered by the Republican Party. The crown will symbolize protection and honest money.
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Streets
United States
England prosperity versus US mood in 1920s vote
The piece contrasts England under Cleveland's administration with a stagnant American economy across industries. It poses a question to voters whether the United States should mimic English prosperity or seek to restore its own economic vigor.
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England
Cleveland
United States
Phrase coinage clashes with party stance in Bryan era
The speechmaker Bryan promotes free coinage of phrases and silver, gaining traction with the populists but clashing with the law abiding liberty loving Republicans who resist the new policy.
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Bryan
Populists in St Louis Lack Turnout Benefit from Bryan Endorsement
The speaker argues that Republicans should not worry about Bryan’s endorsement as the American people won’t repudiate or revolt. Bryan’s election chances are dismissed with or without a populist endorsement, since he seeks public backing he cannot secure.
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St. Louis
Bryan
Pops
Douglass County Republicans Face Factional Scrutiny
The county GOP division shows Johnson faction with Pettigrew sympathies and pro silver stances under pressure. Roberts and LeVocq are seen as calm, preparing for fall events while the others wobble between choices.
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Douglass County
Johnson
Roberts
le Cocqq
Johnsons
LeVocq
The Money Standard and Gold Value
The passage argues that money should be based on a single metal whose value stays stable. Gold is presented as the ideal metal, believed to endure as a constant standard. It notes that future generations may test alternatives but will eventually accept gold as the ultimate standard.
Beadle County Urges More GOP Representation
Beadle county representatives and a state senator seek greater influence in the next legislature. The county laments that redistricting reduced Republican representation statewide, and Beadle county felt the impact.
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Beadle County
New South Dakota Forum Names Swartz and Grigsby Publishers
The South Dakota State Forum announces new publishers Messrs Swartz and Grigsby led by founder Robert Buchan an. The paper will be a popular business paper and not political in purpose. Wishing success to the new firm.
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South Dakota State Forum
Robert Buchanan
Messrs. Swartz and Grigsby
Debased currency debate dominates era silver pressure
The text argues for free coinage of silver at 16 to 1 and attacks currency debasement. It notes Mrs. Lease’s high earnings, contrasts with possible nationwide imitation, and frames currency, tariffs on incomes, and national rail and telegraph ownership as core issues. It portrays the Republican Party opposing debasement and predicting victory.
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Republican Party
India
Mexico
Sewall Endorsed by Populists Not Favored
The passage condemns Sewall as unendorseable by the populists while noting his self-importance. It asserts Bryan envies Sewall's position and questions Sewall’s fitness, framing him as unsuitable for endorsement and highlighting intra-party tensions.
Free Coinage Debate: Silver Has Real Value in World Markets
The speaker argues that free silver or free gold both derive value from market forces. Once silver is coined into money its value becomes the property of mine owners or silver speculators, requiring a trade or quo to obtain it.
Lincoln Stanton first meeting told by trial witnesses
McClure's Magazine will publish in August the true account of Lin coln and Stanton first meeting during the McCormick reaper patent trial. Two surviving trial participants provide exact facts and debunk many sensational tales.
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McClure’s
Lincoln
Stanton
McCormick-reaper
Lincorp
Hills region shifts support in U S Senate race
The Yankton Press and Dakotan argues the Black Hills should gain Senate representation and criticizes Judge Moody as Republican nominee. It suggests Edward VanOise as a capable alternative who would better represent South Dakota and avoid negative public regard.
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the Hills
Judge Moody
U. S. Senate
Missouri River
Black Hills
U. S
Congress
Yankton Press
Dakotan
Edward VanOise
South Dakota
Campaign Address Contrasts Parties On Money and Trade
The piece frames the Republican stance as defending national credit and a balanced currency with gold silver and paper, promoting protection for domestic production and free imports of non produced goods, and advocating mutual trade relations. It contrasts this with an opposing camp described as democratic-populistic and anarchic.
Republicans, silver policy, and bi metalism debate
The piece defends the existing bi metal monetary standard, arguing the 1890 and 1893 laws sustain gold and silver parity. It warns against free coinage of silver driving gold from circulation and urges party loyalty to restore prosperity amid ongoing business failures in 1896.
Iroquois Chief backs Ringsrad for governor in Aberdeen
The piece argues for a state business administration and endorses A. O. Ringsrad as governor nominee at Aberdeen noting his business skill and strong character would make him a model leader.
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A. O. Ringsrad
Aberdeen
Ringsrad
Gold output projected at 220 million in 1907
The Director of the Mint expects world gold production to reach 220 million dollars this year, a near ten percent rise from last year. US output is forecast at 54 million, signaling ample supply for the market.
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St. Louis Globe Democrat
Mint
United States
Bryan labeled demagogue in Nebraska critique on tariffs
The piece recalls two years ago when W. J. Bryan opposed a free coinage candidate and backed a gold standard defender over a protectionist. It argues Bryan will face trouble persuading the public that tariff remains an issue and calls him a demagogue and time server.
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Aberdeen News
Nebraska
W. J. Bryan
Congress
Bryan
Elliott Honored as South Dakota State Central Chairman
Bon Homme county hails J. D. Elliott as chairman of the state central committee. The Republican party rewards his proven ability to unite and lead against a fragmented opposition, predicting continued victory for his honest, worthy aims.
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Elliott
Tyndal Tribune
Bon Homme County
J. D. Elliott
Republican Party of
South Dakota
No Further Proof Needed
A Des Moines Register item cites tension between free trade policies and the labor and business sectors, criticizing perceived neglect by federal administration and urging attention to American workers and markets.
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Des Moines Register
The
Free Trade and Trust Administration
Brad
Hard Times and Free Silver in Iowa Politics
The piece argues Republicans must confront poverty and reject free silver as a harmful panacea. It blames the Democrats for free trade and warns that more silver dollars would worsen farm prosperity, reduce farm values, and fail to create markets or well paid workers. It urges restoring pre 1893 conditions and opposing further tinkering.
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Des Moines Register
Iowa
Democratic Party
Good Home Endorsement for A O Ringsrud Governor Nomination
Elk Point Courier lauds A O Ringsrud of Union County for the Republican nomination for governor. The piece portrays him as a self made, universally respected leader with thirty years of county service and strong local backing. It praises Aberdeen convention as free of bossism and asserts a big Union County majority on election day.
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Elk Point
A. O. Ringsrud
Republican Party
Union County
Norway
Aberdeen
Ringsrud
Buckle Arnica Salve Advertised Cure Guarantee
Buckle's Arnica Salve advertised as the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers and skin eruptions with a money back guarantee for full satisfaction at 22 cents per box sold by D K Bryant.
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D. K. Bryant
Shaker Digestive Cordial Promises Relief From Indigestion
A short advertorial promotes Shaker Digestive Cordial as a cure for indigestion. It asserts symptoms include pain, headache, nausea, breath odor, heartburn, and loss of appetite and claims the cordial, made from medicinal herbs, aids digestion. Sold by druggists from 10 cents to 1 dollar per bottle.
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John Longstaff
National
William M’kinley
Garrett A. Hobart
New Jersey
R. J. Gamble
Yankton
Coe I. Crawford
Hughes
A. 0
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
Geo. W. Cook
J. H. Crosbee
V. E. Collins
J. B. Coomer
A. E. Curtis
R. B. Smith
D. Connard
L. Woodworth
Ohio
Jonah
Lease
Leases
Ellen
Chicago
Wm. J. Bryan
Epiirok Huronire
Republican
Secretary of the Treasury
Treasury
Laws of Congress
Joan L. Pyrte
Good Home
Buckle
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