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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1897
Page
2
A call argues prosperity will return but not instantly. It urges a resolute national effort, steady direction, and determined public support to bring economic recovery through persistent policy and shared purpose.
Aimed at increasing revenue, the administration demands revisions to the currency and announces it will appoint a commission to study the monetary system. The move signals a comprehensive review of fiscal policy and potential reforms.
President McKinley pledges to enforce all laws against trusts and protect American citizens in Cuba. He calls for financial reform, careful coinage policy, and a renewed tariff plan to stabilize the economy while promoting industry, employment, and federal debt reduction.
Washington reports describe Col. Jobs Hay hosting a prolonged dinner for President-elect McKinley with many notable guests including Reed Hale Cameron Ale arich Frye Lodge Davis Elkins McMillay Wetmore Foraker Hanna Platt Grosvenor Hitt Wadsworth Porter Porter Alger Gage Whitt and others. Some attendees were unable to join due to business. afterward McKinley returned to the Ebbitt House. additional luncheon hosted by Senator Sewell for Vice President-elect Hobart aimed to secure broad senator support. Mrs Logan hosted a dinner for General Alger and spouse. Judge MoKenna was expected but detained.
Mr. and Mrs. James Wilson host with guests including J. G. and Mr. Gary alongside Governor and Mrs. Buchnell. Also present are Mrs. Guvernor Huast ings Governor and Mrs. Tanner Gien val and Mrs. Mites Coronel and Mrs. Grant and General Burnett and General.
March 4 reports the final cabinet lineup for McKinley with Cornelius Bliss slated as Secretary of the Interior and John Sherman as Secretary of State. The president elect also hosted prominent visitors and finalized his inaugural address amid a calm Washington reception.
Washington's Pennsylvania Avenue and main streets show crowds and holiday mood as final preparations for the inauguration parade unfold. Theaters hotels clubs and social venues bustle with visitors enjoying decorations lights and entertainment on a damp cool evening.
New York society figure Chauncey M Depew will not attend the inauguration of President elect McKinsey. He returned from Washington yesterday stating he does not expect to visit again this season due to pressing business matters. Doctors say the decision carries no special significance.
Dr. Wolf of Atlanta reports the third U S case of a disease causing self amputation of the big toe, observed in a negro woman with flat feet. The illness has persisted three years, with the toe nearly severed by self-action. The condition is described as confined to negroes and linked to foot mechanics and shocks from movement. DeWitts Digestive aids and related pills are advertised at end.
Washington March 4 President elect McKinley will find a large pool of offices to fill across the civil service and diplomatic ranks. The State Department offers top posts in embassies abroad while consulates general in cities like London Paris Berlin and others promise lucrative duties. Treasury Justice and War and Navy departments also present openings mostly outside civil service. The postal service looms large with dozens of presidential postmasters and related positions set for action as commissions expire and new appointments are made.
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