Teller Speech Sparked Silver Contention at Convention
Senator Teller led silver delegates in a dramatic walkout amid cheers as the convention teed up a heated clash over the coinage plank. Teller argued for the gold standard while challengers pressed for bimetal policy, with Foraker and others backing the platform amidst a sweltering hall and partisan demonstrations.
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Teller Prophetic Voice Warns of Gold Power Threat
Senator Teller warns that Gold Power clutch will destroy prosperity and civilization. His voiced alarm, joined by colleagues, was suppressed by Gold Leaders before the committee on resolutions and by the Goldbug in Topeka Capital.
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Kansas Editor Excerpts From Silver Debate at St Louis Convention
Amid heated debate in St Louis the committee on resolutions faced a sharp split over the free coinage plank. Senator Teller led opposition to the tariff stance while several silver advocates urged bold reform. The session ended with a 41 to 30 vote and the committee in executive session for 30 days while reporters were barred from recording proceedings.
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Platform Opposes Free Coinage of Silver at Any Ratio
The platform declares staunch opposition to free coinage of silver at any ratio. It emphasizes preserving monetary stability and backing currency with existing monetary principles.
Republican platform pledges protection and reciprocity
The platform argues for protection of American industries and reciprocity, calls for immigration restrictions, and endorses tariff and trade policies to shield U S workers and farms. It condemns deficits and foreign debt while urging a balanced approach to promote American production and expand markets.
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