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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1896
Page
2
The Chicago convention era echoes in Philadelphia as West and South back a silver platform while the East and gold-standard Democrats resist. Northern Democrats urge free silver or adjustable treasury policy, while Eastern allies fear disintegration if a silver plank carries. Leaders from Teller to Bland marshal factions for a decisive showdown.
A chaotic column from Chicago July reports a Nevada congressman's broadcast backing Teller as nominee with Tuller led by Republicans and Populists. It suggests 2 million votes against a 6 million gauge, notes Altgeld and McConnell, and hints at Democratic silver faction maneuvering amid a fractured field.
General trade remains dull in New York and across commercial and industrial lines with only modest changes. Wheat, Indian corn, oats, iron and steel quotes are lower while shoe factories, petroleum and anthracite coal show gains. The outlook is viewed as unfavorably by many, with weak purchasing power and renewed inactivity in woolen goods and raw material buying. Exports of wheat from Atlantic ports totalled about 2,001,000 bushels, while weekly figures show declines. overall totals for six months show sharp increases over prior years, signaling notable market instability.
The Kansas City Fort Scott Memphis Railroad Co unveils a collection of over sixty photo engraved views of southern Missouri. The book titled Snap Shots in South Missouri will be mailed free on receiving postage and courier fees. Also note a health claim about a remedy for piles.
Chicago july 4 A crowded meeting of eastern gold standard advocates convened to map action against free silver. Wm C Whitney and leaders from several states urged coordinated plans with figures including ex-mayor Grant ex-governor Roswell P Flower and Senator Gray to press a sound money policy while Missouri and New York voices warned of potential Republican gains if silver prevailed. The session featured bitter appeals from Governor Plawet ex-chairman Long and veteran Democrat Fellows who warned that backing silver would end their party. The group voted to meet daily at 39 Palmer House to prepare missionary work for the cause.
During a meeting Senator Hill was asked to speak but declined noting he does not cross bridges until he reaches them. The remark signals cautious stance on addressing potential policy hurdles.
St Louis July 4 The Republic reports that Republican defectors from the St Louis convention have shifted to backing Bland for the presidency. Senator Fred T Dubois of Idaho says Teller is not a candidate and that Bland has an overwhelming lead. Dubois expects broad support if Bland is nominated and notes Teller would not want the vice presidency.
A new political party named the Free Coinage Republican party was formed after the bimetallic league adjourned in Tacoma. About one hundred Republicans from twelve counties joined, with Attorney General W. C. Jones of Spokane elected permanent chairman. A five member committee will select seventeen delegates to the Bi metallic convention in St Louis on July 2 to unite the silver forces.
A new Grana Trunk Raviway System Pullman Vex train, named Seaside and White Mountain Specie, opens June 24 with a palace on wheels design. It features a library, chair and smoking cars, barber shop, baths, and four sleeping cars, plus a rear library and observation car, totaling ten trips in the 1886 tourist season. contact Lo Morrow at 102 Clark Street, Chicago, for details.
In Canton on July 4 a thousand Tuscarawas county residents arrived by special train to witness the largest tin plate and galvanised sheet steel displays. Major McKinley praised Republican principles, urged voters to support their party, and promised prosperity, steady wages, and sound dollars as the nation moves toward better times.
A fragmentary note shows farmers hopeful about market prices and support from the community. The speaker thanks friends for their friendship and encouragement, inviting guests to visit and meet individuals at their home amid warm applause.
To Colorado Montana Black Hills Puget Sound and Pacific Coast via Burlington Route. Shortest time from Missouri River cities to the far West with daily Kansas City departures at 20 40 arriving Billings Montana 1050 miles distant. Sleeper Lincoln Neb to Busy Ungs with connections to Montana and Puget Sound. time saved 10 to 25 hours vs other lines. Ask agent for tickets on Burlington established lines. W Wareley Pass Agt St Louis MO.
A reader reports using Dr Hand's College Cure for a baby with positive results. The ad claims Dr Hands Remedies for Children are sold by druggists for 24 cents and promotes related services including a steam laundry and shirt waist tailoring with phone contact.
Topeka's Flembeay Club announces arrangements for a special train to Chicago leaving Topeka at 10:00 a m Sunday July 7 and connecting at Bloomington with a Bland Sliver train. A large turnout is expected as many undecided attendees choose this route with sleeper and chair car reservations rising. Facts Speak Louder Than Words.
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