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Newspaper
Townsend Messenger
Location
Townsend, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1896
Page
4
A Townsend editorials and excerpts discuss free silver, McKinley, Teller, Shoup and Idaho politics. It questions party stances, forecasts conventions outcomes, and jokes about weather, citing figures like McKinley and Montana delegates. The tone is partisan and reflective.
The article urges Montana citizens to focus beyond the silver question and consider preparing for beneficial railroad legislation. It highlights state matters of vital interest and calls for civic engagement in shaping policy.
The Phillipsburg Mail mocks a tale of rich gold bearing quartz in the Adirondacks. It dismisses the claim as a Moses-led political joke and questions the guide’s credibility and connection to Wall Street interests.
Montana Democrats threaten to instruct delegates to demand a free-silver plank or walk out. Colorado Republicans rally behind free coinage. The Helena Independent ridicules knee pants while McKinley’s money stance shifts. Jay Cooke argues for bi metalism and tariff reduction. The piece criticizes Cleveland era monetary policy and its impact on farmers, laborers, and western development.
The piece argues that widespread discontent spans the south and central west over tariffs and the Sherman act repeal. It predicts voters in November will elect leaders promising silver restoration, end of bond issues in peace, and duties aiding wool, cattle, and farming interests. The ad concludes with a medical charm touting a remedy by J.R. Weston.
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