Bryan Letter Endorses Democratic Platform in Full
Mr Bryan's formal letter accepting the Democratic nomination is made public from Lixcoun Nebraska. He endorses the Chicago platform plank by plank and states his determination not to seek a second term if elected, emphasizing the presidency must operate free of personal ambition and syndicate influence.
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Lixcoun
Neb
Bryan
McKindey
Ion
Stephen M. White
Democratic Party
United States
Groot
Mr. Bryan
Silver Party
Chicago
Bonds and Government Policy Critique of Debt Policy
The piece argues that rising United States bonded debt is unjustified and criticizes the switch to interest bearing bonds. It says gold or treasury note redemption was misrepresented and that executive policy followed a former admin, surrendering options to holders. It warns of syndicate influence on finance and urges policy aligned with the people and constitutional majority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Treasury
Democracy and equality in government rights and duties
The text argues that all men are created equal, denying natural rights to harm others and stressing government to protect life, liberty, and happiness. It lauds democracy for equal opportunity, indifference to pedigree, wealth, creed, and the right to worship freely within a common brotherhood.
Dual Government and Local Self Government Principles
The passage defends vigorous enforcement of law and public peace, praising the United States as a union of indestructible states. It argues for local self government, limited federal intervention, and constitutional respect for states' republican governments. The Democratic party pledges to defend the constitution and enforce the law.
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Democratic Party
United States
Republic
Government rights and public money use justified only for necessity
A concise editorial argues governments exist to protect rights, not waste public funds. It states expenditures must be necessary to serve the people, stressing prudent fiscal stewardship and honest governance.
Efficient taxation and public spending guidance
The text argues for economical and efficient government administration. It stresses that appropriations should reflect taxpayers interests, not those who receive or disburse public funds. It advocates consulting taxpayers to determine necessary appropriations.
Debate on Paper Money: Greenbacks vs National Bank Notes
The article argues that national banks seek to retire United States notes to issue their own, risking private control of currency. It supports keeping greenbacks, redeemable in gold or silver, as safer and cheaper than interest-bearing bank notes. It cites Democratic authority and public interest against expanding bank notes.
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United States
Treasury
Monroe Doctrine as U S policy base for hemispheric relations
The article argues for a dignified, firm Monroe Doctrine approach to foreign policy to maintain amicable ties and resist European expansion in the Western Hemisphere. It states resisting monarchial influence protects republican governance and avoids irritations abroad.
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Monroe
United States
Western Hemisphere
Americas
Nation’s duty to aid veterans and dependents emphasized
The text argues that a nation must care for veterans and their dependents as a sacred duty. It notes the United States relies on voluntary service and should strengthen security by generous support for those who risked their lives in defense.
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United States
Producers of Wealth and Democratic Promise
The article argues labor creates capital and wealth via brain and muscle, stating wealth must be produced before distribution. It asserts producers support national prosperity and defense, urging those in official positions to consider their interests. It endorses the Democratic pledge to protect the common people and their political rights and rewards.
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Democratic Party
Arbitration Emphasis Calls for Interstate Labor Pacts
The text urges legislation to secure arbitration between interstate employers and workers, framing arbitration as an extension of justice. It argues laborers seek arbitration, railroads should accept impartial tribunal decisions, and society has a stake in preventing disputes on commerce arteries.
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Court of Justice
Immigration policy stance contrasts welcome with crime concerns
The statement contrasts welcoming immigrants who love American institutions with opposition to admitting criminals, paupers, or contract laborers who would compete with American workers. It frames immigration as a balance between contribution and protections against exploitation.
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Democratic Party
Opposition to trusts dents the Democratic stance
The Democratic party opposes trusts and warns it would fail its duty to the people if it acknowledges the power of large wealth aggregations to curb competition and devastate rivals, leaving society vulnerable to exploitation by corporations.
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Democratic Party
Law and Power Balance in Public Welfare
The passage argues that government-created creatures of law must be kept under control to prevent public harm while allowing their existence if they advance the public weal. It emphasizes that these powers should not be abused to injure the public.
Senate bill on jury trials for contempt faces approval
Public opinion condemns abuses from injunctions and supports Senate legislation to try certain contempt cases by jury.
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Senate
Government to Strengthen Interstate Commerce Regulation
The United States government asserts the right to regulate interstate commerce and calls for expansive powers for the Interstate Commerce Commission to prevent discrimination and protect patrons from unreasonable charges. The government must prosecute its claims against Pacific railroads to uphold these protections.
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United States
Interstate Commerce Commission
Bec
Sympathy for Cuban Struggle Inspires U S Support
The American people, enjoying free government, express strong sympathy for neighboring peoples seeking similar blessings. This sympathy respects treaties and grows especially when stirred by Cubans and their efforts, who watch a government whose authority comes from the governed.
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United States
Policy of improving waterways justified by national character
The policy emphasizes waterways as national assets due to their importance and heavy tonnage. It argues ongoing appropriations are cheaper in the long run than intermittent funding.
Opposition to life tenure in civil service
The text argues Americans dislike life tenure for civil servants, noting frequent ballot-based changes in officials. It states fixed terms would harmonize with institutions and that only constitutional provisions should preserve any permanent officeholding, with potential to broaden public service access without hurting efficiency.
Territorial government to yield to statehood goals
The Territories should become states soon as they are ready. New Mexico Oklahoma and Arizona deserve admission now for material and political reasons. Democrats insist officials governing territories DC and Alaska be bona fide residents, aligning with home rule. Public lands should be kept for free homes for American citizens.
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New Mexico
Oklahoma
Arizona
District of Columbia
Alaska
The Tariff and Money Question
W J Bryan argues that until the money question is settled the nation cannot discuss tariff reform. He warns postponing taxation action risks economic crisis and urges unity to resist efforts toward a universal gold standard, aiming to restore gold and silver coinage.
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United States
W. J. Bryan
Soo Road Initiates $18 Return Tickets Cut
The Soo line claims it found unsigned return tickets turned over to a broker by a Chicago road and plans an $18 straight rate from Minneapolis through to Boston valid until October 3. Chicago roads deny the charge while Minneapolis argues it has proof, warning a rate war may follow unless halted.
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St. Paul
Soo Road
Chicago
Boston
Soo
Minneapolis
Seventh normal school opens in West Superior setting record attendance
West Superior Wis Sept 10 The Seventh normal school has formally opened for business and the attendance has smashed state records. The Superior school opened with 150 in the normal department and 150 in the model school. Waiting lists were issued indicating some students may not gain admission for over a year.
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West Superior
Wis
Normal School
Stevens Point
Superior School
Fire destroys Morrison hotel barn and ten horses
A blaze at Morrison's Great Northern hotel barn in Mora Minnesota during the night burned the barn and ten horses. Seven of the animals belonged to Mulvey and Carmichael, lumbermen.
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Mora
Minn
Morrison
Great Northern
Mulvey & Carmichael
Bryan's Lincoln Homecoming Fetes Silver Nomination
A nine hour homecoming in Lincoln with parades and displays honors William J. Bryan after his formal notification of the National Silver party nomination for president. Thousands attend a mass meeting at the statehouse as Bryan endorses bimetallism and denounces the gold standard.
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National Silver Party
Mr. Bryan
Lincoln
Neb
Nebraska
William J. Bryan
Burlington
Mrs. Bryan
George A. Groot
Norris Humphrey
Post Office
Statehouse
Capitol Building
Ohio
Earle Elected Senator in South Carolina Race
Columbia Sept 10 The latest returns from the state wide senatorial election show Judge Earle with a majority of over 5000 defeating Governor Evans who was backed by Senator Tillman.
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Earle
Columbia
S. C
Evans
Tillman
Columbus road stockholders approve large bond issue
A special meeting of the Columbus Hocking Valley and Toledo road stockholders authorized a thirty million dollar issue of one hundred year bonds, principal and interest payable in United States gold of present weight and fineness.
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Columbus
Columbus, Hocking Valley
Toledo Road
United States
Remarkable testimonials for Dr Williams Pink Pills
A Courier-Herald report from Gladwin details Mrs. Flynn’s recovery from inflammatory rheumatism after using Pink Pills. It also recounts Ransom Simmons’s nervous debility improved by the same remedy, with both families praising the treatment and urging others to try it for similar afflictions.
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Courier-H
Gladwin
Gladwin County
Michigan
William Flynn
Mrs. Flynned
Dr. Williams
Courier-Herald
Ransom Simmons
Simmons
Detroit
Williams
Medicine Company
Schenectady
N. Y
Colonel Rake Leads Sons of Veterans Encampment Victory
Louisville alphabet encampment parade drew 2000 marchers as Commander-in-Chief Russell reported a healthy order. George Hurlburt withdrew, leaving Colonel James Rake of Pennsylvania poised to win command. Boston and Indianapolis vie for next encampment site.
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Louisville
Sons of Veterans
Russell
George Hurlburt
Illinois
New York
Massachusetts
James Rake
Pennsylvania
Boston
Indianapolis
Treasury rushes requests for current silver dollars
Treasury officials report a flood of requests for this year’s silver dollars in exchange for silver certificates and lawful money. Many doubt the monthly coinage statement while others seek 1896 dollars. 2,265,000 standard dollars were coined last August, with $11,212,412 since February and $15,169,491 since November 1893.
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Washington
Treasury
Gold Democrats appoint Forman to Illinois governorship ticket
General Black declined the gold standard Democrats nomination for governor in Illinois. W. S. Forman of St. Clair county was placed on the ticket with the vacancy caused by Forman’s move to leader. D. W. Samuels of Chicago was named attorney general nominee to fill the vacancy.
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Forman
Illinois
Curiaco
Black
W. S. Forman
St. Clair County
Mr. Forman
D. W. Samuels
Chicago
Counterfeiter O B Vail Sentenced in Federal Court
In Minneapolis on September 12 Judge Lochren sentenced counterfeiter O B Vail to six years in Stillwater and fined him $100 after Vail claimed he jumped from an express from Chicago with guard connivance. Vail was later taken to prison.
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Minneapolis
Lochren
O.B. Vail
Chicago
Stillwater
Vail
Railroad Goods Display Opens At NiaGaka Falls Convention
The National Road masters association holds its convention in session with delegates from nearly all roads in the country. A vast display of railroad goods accompanies the meeting, described as among the largest ever seen in America.
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NiaGaka Falls
N. Y
National Roadmasters’ Association
America
Exploding Fry Wheel Shuts Sioux City Starch Plant
A fly wheel exploded at the Sioux City starch works causing temporary shutdown for repairs. The engine room was badly wrecked and a panic among employees was averted by the quick action of the manager and engineer.
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Sioux Cry
Sioux City
Lake Shore Train Ablaze Near Goshen
The Lake Shore through express from New York to Chicago caught fire near Goshen Indiana. Thousands of dollars of goods and much mail matter were destroyed. The origin of the flames is thought to be spontaneous combustion.
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Lake Shore
GosHen
Ind
New York
Chicago
Hog Cholera Report In Buffalo Cattle Yards
Hog cholera appears in East Buffalo cattle yards after a shipment of 400 to 500 hogs from Western states is seized and slaughtered, with health board notified immediately.
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Burrato
N. Y
East Buffalo
Health Board
Robbers Steal $1000 From Thomasville Express Office
The Southern Express company office in Thomasville Georgia was robbed overnight. Thieves entered through the front door and found the safe key left in the office, making off with about $1000.
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Thomasville
Southern Express Company
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Hobart
Governor Holcomb
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