Political Musings on Gotham Mayoral Battle and National Powers
The piece laments Crokerism versus Ressism in New York politics, praises Seth Low then critiques Henry George Jr and the George faction, and condemns party machine tactics. It singles out Gorman as a strong Democratic leader while warning of Mark Hanna’s influence and the dangers of money politics.
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Seth Low
Greater
Gotham
Croker
Platt
Henry George
George
Henry George, Jr
Tammany
Mr. Gorman
Democratic Party
Our Nations
Politi
Merchants advertise for thirty days in The Progress
Prominent merchants and business men book space in The Progress for thirty days to attract regional trade. Six thousand six hundred extra copies will be mailed to expand reach, followed by agents and solicitors. The paper aims to double circulation by spring and claims the largest weekly dollar-strong circulation in the state.
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the Progress
Ohio Campaign Ends as McKean Faces Hanna in Debacle
The Ohio campaign closes with McKean's gallant fight against Mark Hanna and Hannaism. The Cincinnati Enquirer brands Hanna as autocratic while praising McLean, Johnson, Taylor, and Bryan for challenging the leadership. As press time nears, hopes rise that Hanna and his faction may be dethroned. Ole Kainwek recovers amid Democratic columns with Watterson and O'Donnell commentary.
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Buckeye
John R. McKean
Mark Hanna
The
Cincinnati Enquirer
Napoleon
Hanna
Thomas L. Johnson
Bob Taylor
Bryan
Hannaites
Obin
Ole Kainwek
Henry Watterson
Steve O'Donnell
Ingersoll Praises Campaigns For Large Speaking Fees
Colonel Robert G. Ingersoll delights in political campaigning and has much to say on Hastings. He reportedly earned 14000 dollars from the Me ley campaign fund and 1000 dollars for each speech supporting General iracy in Greater New York's recent municipal election.
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Robert G. Ingersoll
Hastings
Greater
New York
Speaker Reet Declines New York Race Plans Europe Visit
When asked about running in Greater New York elections Speaker Reet replied that the metropolis limit does not extend as far as Portlined Maine and he cannot participate in local politics. He plans to travel to Europe instead, hoping for a more pleasant outcome than the recent lively surprise that ended Tuesday.
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Reet
Greater
New York
Maine
Europe
Jewi
Tuenday
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van Wyck
Mr. Parkhurst
Gorman
Maryland
United States Senate
Cleveland
Sugar Trust
Arthur Pue Gorman
South
Mark Hina
Asid
Hiewamke
Ohio
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