Editorial notes clash over gold, reform and democracy in Cuba
The column critiques Taubenneck and Wall Street politics, mocks free silver Dems, and attacks goldbugs claims about Mexico and the United States. It cites Weyler in Cuba, wage for reform papers, alliances and county speaking dates, and recounts Corbett vs Sharkey as a drawn bout, highlighting political tensions and public opinion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taubeneck
Wall Street
Weyler
Cuba
W. W.giv
New York World
Cleveland
Sherman
Childs
Goldsboro Argua
Democrata
Mexico
United States
Goldbugs
Alliance
Boise
Iowa
John Sherman
Grover Cleveland
Reform Aims Clash With Populist Party Leaders
The Progressive Farmer warns reformists about a tainted push within the National People’s party led by Taubeneck and allied figures. It asserts the silver issue is central but urges maintaining Populist integrity and nominating on a Populist platform, citing risks of amalgamation and independence at St. Louis on July 22.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Progressive Farmer
National People’s Party
Taubeneck
Democratic Rainbow
People’s Party
Wall Street
Chicago
Teller
T. M. Patterson
Denver
Wharton Barker
Philadelphia
The
American
Republican Party
Dix
Bae
Tauh
Democratic Party
Monopoly
Greenback Party
Decrats
Reform Press
St. Louis
Democratic Organization
Otlver
A True Populist Responds To St Louis Teller Push
Senator Peffer criticizes Populist leaders in St Louis who urged the Democrats to nominate Teller. He says the move was impertinent and treacherous and not representative of the Populist party. He has returned home from Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Teller
Taubeneck
Chicago
Corbett
Sharkey
San Francisco
Peffer
Washington
St. Louis
Object Lesson at Greensboro Mills Sparks Mock Peso Feud
A Greensboro mill tale targets Moses Cone as a self styled teacher who paid workers with Mexican silver dollars. The hands spent the coins at face value doubling weekly wages, prompting a public roars of satire and a wish for more silver dollars. The episode ends with Cone considering ending his financial demonstrations amid North Carolina skepticism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moses Cone
Alex
Palid Trust
Greensboro
Baltimore
Ayeet
Haanee
Moses
North Carolina
Cone
Observer Names Editorial Turntable For Shifting Views
A satirical notice mocks the Observer for changing views on free silver and editorial stance. It jokes that gold supporters funding the paper will fund a turning editorial table to spin with every new position, promising frequent daily shifts in opinion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlotte Ofsiver
Observer
Wadesboro Messenger Intelligencer
Alliance Experiment Stations Plan for State Farmers
Editorial urges Sub Alliances to form experimental committees and cooperate with the Alliance experiment station. Dr Battle and assistants bring extensive agriculture horiculture dairying livestock experience. Emphasizes book farming value government stations provide free bulletins and expert answers, asking which Alliance first to act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Battle
Agricultural and Mechanical
Sound money sentiment in five counties despite Mecklenburg omission
The Charlotte Observer notes strong sound money support in Gaston Lincoln Cabarrus Burke and Iredell counties through local weekly papers but says Mecklenburg lacked preserved stance. It suggests the Observer may have shifted views during conventions, leaving readers unsure amid the abridged film.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gaston
Lincoln
Cabarrus
Burke
Iredell
Gastonia Gazette
Lincoln Democrat
Concord Times and Standard
Morganton Herald
Statesville Landmark
Charlotte Observer
Mecklenburg
Observer
Fraud and gold standard clash at state convention
The piece denounces alleged fraud at the state convention where gold faction influence skewed outcomes. It questions the absence of silver advocates, recalls past alignments, and notes McRae and Ashe losing nominations despite strong backing. It ends by naming Ex-Governor Jarvis and Ed as examples of contested figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge McRae
Capt
Sam Ashe
McRae
Ashe
Jarvis
Critique of NC Democratic Convention nominees and gold standard advocates
The writer questions why prominent figures like Watson Mason Aycock Furman Scarborough Osborne Avery and others were absent or ineffective for the silver cause. They condemn the convention nominees as unsuitable, accuse goldites like Col Paul B Means H A London and others on the Executive Committee, and argue the party failed to denounce bond-selling actions and defend monetary policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chambers Smith
C. M. Cook
Watson
Mason
Aycock
Furman
Scarborough
Osborne
Avery
Col
Paul B. Means
H. A London
Democratic Party
North Carolina
Curious United States Hay Fever Association Meeting
A humorous yet insightful look at the United States Hay Fever Association, its wealthy membership, annual Bethlehem New Hampshire meeting, and observed cures. The article discusses causes, remedies, nervous influence, and calls for a congressional investigation, ending with a political aside urging readers toward the People's party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Bethlehem
N. H
Hay Fever Association
Congress
Mortgage sale stirs questions on Kansas credit restoration
The Topeka Advocate notes puzzlement over a $300,000 Kansas mortgage sale fetching only $341 amid claims Kansas credit was restored abroad by a Republican victory. The piece hints at concerns about asset valuation and public financial perception after the election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Topeka
Reform Papas Dream and Proposals Echo in Press
A collage of reform rhetoric and satirical quotes from various papers criticizes monetary policies, demontization, and political figures. It critiques the government money system, condemns bankers ownership of railroads, and mocks politicians while praising liberty and reform ideas.
State People's Party Committee Sets July 3 Meeting
The State Executive Committee of the People's party will meet in this city on Friday July 3 to fix the time for the State Convention and address other business presented at the gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tam
L. L. Polk
People’s Party
Sound money woes hit Southern mills and banks
The Roanoke Loan Trust in Roanoke Virginia and W Graves Co Knoxville Tennessee assign liabilities around 40 000 and 250 000 respectively as assets struggle under a gold standard. The German American Saving in Charleston is under a receiver with stockholders to receive nothing. The Eagle and Penix cotton mill in Columbus Georgia also falls to receivership with debts about 1 000 000. Cashier A Brady of L 024 Savings Bank Charlotte NC implicated in a theft amid national politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Graves & Co
Knoxville
Tenn
Roanoke Loan, Trust
Roanoke
Charleston
Columbus
A. Brady
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J.L. Ramsey
J. W. Denmark
Raleigh
N. C
N.C
Farmers’ State Alliance
Meas
Wilmington Star
Daily Tribune
Augusta
DREAM
Reform
Ariane Kicker
Missouri World
Cleburne Ster
Usar
Ohio
Mt. Vernon
Rover Cleveland
Carlisle
Missouri
Tillman
Carlis
Judas
Kentucky
Hell
Times Statesman
Alliance Advocate
Southern Mercury
Dubois Pettigrew
Cannon
Shylock
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