Letters on silver, wages and the World editorials
James J. Meade writes to the New York World, attacking the gold standard and silver debate. He argues for more silver in dollars, decries wage cuts as overproduction, and cites the paper’s discussion of labor issues and the article The Causes of Discontent as guiding workingmen toward a silver voter stance.
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Mer York
New York World
New York Wood
Thatetuin
Ouir
Galion Hare
Chicago
Europe
Fly
James J. Meade
Free Coinage Would Help
A letter to the editor argues that free coinage of silver would raise farm product prices, directly benefiting farmers and enabling higher wages for farm labor. It contends higher farm wages would draw laborers to agriculture and boost urban wages through increased demand for goods from farmers. N. Howestoll
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the World
N. Howestoll
Debating Free Coinage and Silver Value
Runnie Reigh argues to the Editor that silver and gold as money depend on public trust and that free coinage at 16 to 1 would raise silver prices, drawing bullion from abroad and boosting domestic trade, while warning against foreign dictation lowering the dollar. He insists a 60 cent dollar would be un-American and treasonous.
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Hoome Brainess
Editor of the World
Runnie Reigh
Higher Prices and Wager Ties to Democratic Support
Letter to the editor discusses how higher prices benefit farmers and workers, linking farmer purchasing power to labor demand and wages. The writer supports Democratic nominees, praising fair nomination and platform, and pledges to follow party decisions even if not fully in sympathy. The piece reflects party discipline and economic views on price and employment.
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the World
Lan
To the Editor of the World and Bryan Silver Debate
Letters from readers urge support for William Jennings Bryan and free silver as the path to prosperity. One writer argues McKinley represents only the interests of trusts while Bryan would favor plain people and higher wages, urging voters to back sound money and silver.
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Sound Money House
CF Cige
McKinley
Bryni
Congress
Ke Bryan
White House
M. Lang
Paradoxical but Camimor free coinage stance
The text argues for free coinage of silver and gold as beneficial to labor, noting gold is cornered by a few hundred men who keep its price high. It claims gold carries a premium of at least 30 percent in real value and has risen by at least 20 percent during the Cleveland administration, affecting labor and commodities.
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Camimor
the World
Cleveland
Frederick Koezly
To Swash the Truste To the Editor of the World
Letter to the editor arguing for free silver as a method to curb trusts in coal iron oil and sugar and to remove betrayed leaders. The writer, identifying as THOMAS H POTTER, dismisses free coinage as questionable but stresses real evils caused by current leaders and trusts.
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the World
Thomas H, Potter
Government on Corporation and currency reform
Letter to the editor arguing for a government currency backed by precious metals. The writer contends private corporations would control a paper currency, causing European influence over U S trade and labor, and advocates home rule for American labor with coinage of precious metals.
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Europe
Farmers Demand Doubling Prices Letter to the Editor
Frederick Koezly argues that farmers would win if prices for crops were doubled, predicting higher purchasing power and revived commerce. He contends gold and silver derive value from monetary use and warns against fixed price schemes harming workers and lenders.
The Silver Brigade Charge of Wall Street Hordes
A described campaign features a Silver Brigade of three hundred orators to attack Wall Street in New York City and state. The poem claims their victory over Wall Street, praising Jones and condemning financial interests as Bryan and Sewall observe the charge and the three hundred’s resolve.
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Chaipmin Jones
New York City
L and
State
Tennyson
Wall Street Hare
Silver
Silver Brigade
Jones
Wall Street
Hell
Bryan
Sewall
Truth
Walls of Hell
P.J.D
Bryan on Former Presidents and the 4t
The editorial recalls what Bryan wrote on March 31 about pensions for ex Presidents. It argues ex leaders should rely on themselves as ordinary citizens, noting Harrison and Cleveland as examples. It contends the people owe no debt to officials and urges dignity in stepping to civilian life while ensuring support if needed.
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Bryan
White House
the World-Herald
Gen. Harrison
Cleveland
Opposition voices split on US silver issue and party loyalties
The excerpt reproduces various international and domestic editorials arguing for or against the Democratic and Republican parties on issues like silver coinage, free trade, and financial policy. It notes pro British and anti British sentiment, calls for McKinley support, and claims a conspiracy to impose British gold standards.
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Democratic Party
Editorial on wealth and market manipulation from 1895 World Herald
The article discusses wealth concentration and harms from market manipulation by boards of trade and trusts. It argues government restraint could prevent great fortunes and protect citizens' life liberty and happiness. The piece notes German schools sorting bright pupils from the stupid as a contrast.
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the World-Herald
Bryan
Board of Trade
Germany
Modern Dwellings and Torpedo Boats in 19th Century Vision
The article discusses the rise of modern urban houses with fixed comforts and sanitary fittings, noting features like telephones, dumb waiters, built in fridges, and double doors. It then shifts to naval strategy, describing torpedo boats as scouting fast ships, acting as sea cavalry, and potentially built from aluminum to improve speed and buoyancy.
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Ernest Ingersoll
St. Nicholas
Absalom and David’s sorrowful reckoning in the Bible
The piece reflects on David’s grief over Absalom's rebellion and death, the moral questions of parental responsibility, and the idea that a king’s sin partly caused his son’s fate. It cites biblical passages and quotes, linking to themes of repentance, safety of youth, and the weight of leadership.
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Roel Pemenh
Seth
Jose
Portitier
Sauls
Jon
Pweel
Jacob
Samuel
Saoom
Wittin Gitreye
Aes
Jacsiaipa Dayal
Poyally
Wisba
Davi Vortavid
Absalon
David
Absalom
Inter Ion
Cushi
Dayil
Jesus Christ
Schauffler
Albert Smith
Son Absalom
Jerusalem
Cook
God
Bo Moses
St. Paul
Ah- Salem
Open to Conviction Parson and Boy Dialogue
A brief Sunday panel cartoon shows a parson surprised by a youngster asking about places where they bite better. The boy answers innocently as they discuss a local scene with a sly pun on biting.
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Parson
Youngster
English Derby Honors Titled Runners in Long Tradition
The English Derby is a race typically won by a titled person, usually an aged gentleman. In the past twenty years only five winners lacked noble or aristocratic handles in their names.
Harvard Society leader sails to Venezuela noted
Mr. William H. Phelps, President of the Harvard Society of Natural History, has departed for Venezuela on a scientific expedition. Brown University has conferred the Master of Science degree on Nathaniel Herreshoff, the famed designer and boat builder of Bristol. Mrs. Calvin 8 Brice sent $1,000 to the Peabody Library fund at Western Female Seminary in Oxford.
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Calvin
Brice
Peabody Library Fund
Western Female Seminary of
Oxford
William H. Phelps
Harvard Society of Natural History
Venezuela
Brown University
Nathaniel Herreshoff
Ariatol
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