Democratic Party Speech at Jefferson Banquet in Washington
At a Jefferson birthday anniversary banquet in Washington the Democratic leaders and guests, including Vice President, reflected on the party’s stance on free coinage and the gold standard. Bryan spoke, defending the party’s course and the principles of democracy while critics pressed for unity and steady leadership amid national debates. Other speakers defended the party platform and warned against drifting from the party creed.
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Washington
Ithans
Jefferson
Bute
Detterien
Howtel'y
Jackson
Calhyus
Gihier
Laae Sieht
Willam J. Ursan
Eka
Democratin
Jeferson
Amanran
Cloverner
Chauncey Finck
Sibley
Penneyyan
Brean
Jwilermats
Ametinan Creations
Besan Ats Oeluk
Aia
William J. Bryan
Dubie
Jemferson
James K. Jonés
Ar “iBawal
Teli¢Oene Pottery
Richard P. Hiand
Sclore Ivetteratia
Andrew J. Liscumbt
Joannas
Iorin Jeffers
Pete Ees
William Sutuer
Jones
Ryan
Tale College
New England
Min
Vald
Democrave
Financial policy debate and party contrasts amid tariff figures
The piece analyzes Dingley tariff impact and Republican strength, arguing for independent bimetallism and monetary reform. It predicts rising public focus on financial policy, fears of currency decline, and the need for foreign monetary support if the GOP fails on international bimetallism.
Antlers New Manager George Elstun Heads Colorado Springs Hotel
George Elstun has been appointed manager of the Antlers hotel in Colorado Springs. He began as night clerk on July 1 under Mr. Burnett, later serving as bookkeeper. Born in Duane, Wisconsin, about 30 years ago, he previously worked in hotel roles in Kansas and Colorado, marrying Miss Wilbur of Admire, Kansas, and currently thriving in the western state.
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George & Elstun
Colorado Springs
Colorado Sprines
Gro
Elstun
Antlers
Tegan
Burnett
Ne Seratin
Hax Gino
Blew
Duauoin
Iki Heermlerorel
Exporia
Kansas
Colorado
Kistun
Sartiet
Misa Wilbur
Admire
South Sea Colony Expedition Leaves San Francisco
San Francisco April 14. An expedition to the South Sea Islands sails soon. Manager A S Lowndes chartered the whaling schooner Mermald to recruit aboard at 10 The vessel will be commanded by Captain Alexander Machane, once noted for sealing in the Bering Sea and later opium smuggling at Victoria. His crew includes Quinta, familiar with the South Seas, seeking a tropical island rich with coconut milk and honey. Many discontented savers have joined despite Reichert's party reports warning.
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San Francisco
South Sea Islands
A. 5
Lowndes
Cept
Alexander Machane
Sévers
Berring Sea
Victoria
Quinta
South Seas
Cormanut
Reichert
Figt Tdianda
Anti Cartoon Bill Prompts Public Office Exemption Amendment
New York April 4 report outlines a proposed amendment to an anti cartoon bill. The change would exclude portraits of public figures or persons nominated for office from the act. Senator Ellsworth argues this clarifies the bill and prevents courts from overreach. He notes critics push sensational private pinups to misrepresent the measure. A separate note promotes meals for Santa Fe Route passengers.
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N.Y
Elsworth
Thas
Ellsworth
Tor
Hood's Sarsaparilla Crowned Finest Spring Remedy
Thomas Ware of Park Quarries Freedom Pa reports relief from chronic headache and fatigue after three doses of Hood's Sarsaparilla. He notes improved energy at work in a quarry and long-term wellbeing for his child once weak and wan. Neighbors praise the tonic and its health claims.
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Hood
Catholics Oppose Free Textbook Bill in Wisconsin
The Order of Foresters leads a organized opposition to a proposed free text book measure in the state. They argue the plan imposes taxes on all taxpayers while forcing parochial and private schools to shoulder costs, and deny state funding to public schools.
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Order of Foresters
Bulomenee
High Court of
Hin
Budo Courte Cie
Calowinar Pot
Bonorahis
Syringfell
Fur
Buld
Wa Therefore Consemi Ie Dili Mafloned Above Ak Main Nemensary
Willy Bajien
Americas
United States
Wiese
Beaton
Fle Fuindle
Mtate
Wlivois
Psa
Morality Bill Aimed at Curbing Cabaret Obscenity
Paris April 14 M vanman minister of justice told the chamber of deputies he will soon submit a bill to better safeguard public morality. He proposed measures to tighten controls on ministers of instruction and internal affairs and to have the censor examine cabaret tampering with obscene papers and pictures for sale or distribution in public spaces.
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Paris
M. Vanman
Justice
Chamber of Deputies
Henn Ki. Bald
Timoral
Ondere
Meeting on Traffic Association control in New York
A meeting of the Joint Traffic Association leaders was held in New York to discuss the Supreme Court decision in the Traffic Association case and its impact on validity. Lawyers recommended the association’s agreement remains intact and not affected by the ruling. Chauncey Depew, president of the New York Central & Hudson River Railway, chairs the board and hints Inland grain rates may be reviewed next.
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New York
Apru
Heen
Joint
Trafic Association
United States Supreme Court
Dows
Trandmiscouri Traffic Association
Supreme Court
Chauncey 3
Depew
New York Central & Hudson River Railway
Enaisman
Board of Control
Costly new Holy Water Font for St Patrick’s Cathedral
St Patrick’s Cathedral in New York will unveil a Gothic holy water font costing about 10000 dollars. The Carrara marble piece features a six square foot bowl, finely carved exhumed work by Professor Fondi, and a nearly life sized angel sculpture atop. It was designed by Menwick Aspinwall and Owen and donated by Archbishop Corrigan and friends for Easter Sunday use.
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St Patrick's
New York
St. Patrick's Cathedral
Fondi
Stullen
A. MacBlourlyand
Carrara
MacFarland
Europe
Possdonsd
Menwick, Aspinwall & Owen
Archbissing Corrigan
KNELPP SOCIETY QUITS AND REBELS IN NEW YORK
The Brooklyn Knelpp Curista society disbands after a planned Prospect Park meeting fails to attract members. Former president Henry Moore says all officers resign and no one will reveal member names. The society once included about 12 members of both sexes and few walked, ending the group amid internal disagreement and safety concerns.
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New York
Brooklyn Knelpp Curista Society
Prospect Park
Henry Moore
Cory
Razor Backs Die In Iowa From Kidney Worm
Several thousand razor back hogs imported from Texas into Iowa during the past year died, initially believed to be hog cholera. Post mortems show a kidney worm caused the deaths, with claims the disease is incurable and uncertain contagion. Fitzsimmons is said never to took in agrist. Most of us would be happier in our vanity if we did not either.
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Dubuque, In
Apra
Iowa
Texas
Sit
Fitzsimmons
Lawrence World
Advertising talk from Postum Central Co writer
A clipping discusses an ad writer's approach for Postum Central Co of Battle Creek. It advocates reporting real experiences, boiling talks to essential facts, and presenting plain, truthful shop talk to customers. It warns against exaggeration and urges clarity, merit, and dignity in ads.
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Postum Central Co
Lim
Battle Creek
Mich
Postir
Fmas
Mystery of Rockefellers Drives Wall Street Boom
A massive surge in Standard Oil certificates in New York fuels a market frenzy. Rumors of empire expansion and hefty dividends up to 15 or 20 percent circulate, but details stay tightly controlled by six Rockefeller family members at the Trust Building.
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New York
Standard of
Wall Street
Standard of the Street
Tranka
Revie
John D.rockefeller
Gray Ecknice Tomb
Trust
No. 26
Broadway
Mietter
John D. Rockefeller
Wiliam ‘Rockefeller
Joan D. Archbold
Bowers
Benjamin Brewster
H. M. Flagler
Hanever
Rockefellers
William Rockefeller
Company
John
Mr Ward
Junk Shops of Schools Thrifty German School Habits
Washington reports on a European plan where Brussels public schoolchildren collected discarded metal items from January to October 1890. The proceeds funded clothing for 500 poor children and sent sick youngsters to recuperation colonies, with balances aiding other city poor and sick.
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Washington
Germany
State Department
Zurich
Brussels
German bankers oppose any international bimetallism pact
Washington April 14 The naming by President McKinley of three commissioners to promote bimetallism drew strong debate in Washington Almost all applauded the picks including ex Vice President Stevenson The president seeks a non partisan push for bimetallism and hopes Stevenson will lend weight abroad German bankers in New York emerged as the lone sharp opposition toward any international agreement and will face the commission when it travels to Europe Senator Wolcott predicts gold standard nations will resist further silver depreciation and India monetary shifts while domestic opposition remains limited to foreign bankers and a few finance figures.
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Washington
McKinley
Stevenson
Peet
Stec—enson
Payne
Hoar
Allison
Chandler
Kira
Walcote
Wolcott
Bryan
India
Japan
Europe
United States
New York
Commission
Vessel Lost Off Seattle Bay Rumors Sink Hope
A San Francisco report from April 14 says the American ship Samaria bound for San Francisco from Seattle is believed lost at sea after 28 days at sea. Capt. McRae sailed with his wife and two children aboard. A companion vessel reported a severe gale soon after departure. The Samaria, Dust 3876, was an older ship with poor shifting boards.
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San Francisco
Seattle
Callade
McRae
Samaria
Ryder
Elwell
Wen
Supreme Court to Hear Texas Antitrust Case Next Term
The U S Supreme Court has advanced the Texas antitrust case to be heard on the second Monday of the next term. The law under dispute defines trusts as illegal and has led to arrests, but prisoners were freed on habeas corpus. The case pends before Edward L Shew seeking Supreme Court review in Mutual Life Insurance Co v Nellie Phinney executrix.
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Washington
Supreme Court of the United States
Abte
Supreme Court
Edward L. Shew
Circuit Court of Appeals of the
Ninth Circuit
Mutual Life Insurance Company
Nellie Phinney
Guy C Phinney
California
Phoebe Cousins Defends Suffrage Roles in Missouri Interview
In an April 1 interview from St Louis Phoebe Cousins criticizes comments by a New York writer on labor reform and pity for suffragists. She recalls aid received on the Pacific coast, praises Missouri for support and hospital care, and attacks Susan B Anthony and Anne Shaw over campaign spending.
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St. Louis
Phoebe Cousins
Atranger
New York
Pacific Coast
Amore
Missouri
California
Susan B. Anthony
Anne Shaw
Michisam
Pheobe Gousine
Rheumatism Torture and a Blood Remedy Claim
An aged broadside-style testimonial extols Rheumatism suffering and touts Swift’s Specific as a permanent cure for rheumatism and other blood diseases. The author attributes dramatic relief after three days of use and promotes free books from Swift Specific Co in Atlanta Georgia.
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J. A. LaSerr
S. S
S.B. S. Lowaranter
Swift Specific Co
Atlanta
Georgia
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