Democratic Convention at Chicago Backs Free Silver
The piece rails at the Chicago Democratic Convention for backing free coinage of silver 16 to 1. It notes committee votes on temporary chairmanship for David B. Hill and possible permanent chair Stephen White and predicts Bland of Missouri as a likely nominee. It calls the platform pro silver and warns of dire political consequences for the party.
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Chicago
Altgeld
Tillman
Bland
Harrity
Democratic National Committee
David B. Hill
Clayton
Alabama
Hill
John B. Daniel
Virginia
Senator Daniel
Pennsylvania
Senator Hill
Stephen White
California
Missouri
Philadelphia
United States
Jefferson
South
Republic
Hobart Notified as Republican Vice Presidential Nominee
The Republican nominee for Vice President Mr Hobart was formally notified of his nomination last Tuesday by the committee at his Patterson New York home. He was not surprised and gave a brief ready reply.
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Hobart
Patterson
N.Y
McKinley
Raines Law Cuts Saloons Across New York State
The Raines law triggers a major drop in saloons statewide, with Buffalo and Brooklyn noting sharp declines. State revenue is expected over 9 million dollars and the state share around 3.2 million, about 200 thousand higher than Mr. Raines’ estimate.
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Raines
New York State
Buffalo
New York
Brooklyn
Scarcity of Cleveland Portraits in Chicago News Room
The piece notes a notable lack of President Cleveland portraits in Chicago with only one image found amid a crowd of favorite sons. It laments Cleveland’s falling popularity and cites Democratic dispatches criticizing the lone picture.
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Cleveland
Chicago
Peach harvest outlook for Delaware and Maryland
Delaware and Maryland peach growers anticipate a record harvest this year with hope for low prices so residents can enjoy peaches and cream.
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Delaware
Maryland
Neck O
Louisiana bans hats in all public amusements
The legislature prohibits hats for any person in theaters and other public amusements, extending beyond a prior proposal that targeted women. The measure aims to regulate attire in venues open to the public.
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Louisiana
Yale Boat Crew Loses to English Rowers in Strong Wind
Yale College's boat crew was beaten by English rowers with more muscle and wind, while America's single sculler Dr. McDowell of Chicago won his race. The article notes Yale remains strong in academics and rowing despite the defeat.
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Yale College
America
Dr. McDowell
Chicago
Yale
Betting Odds in New York Reflect McKinley Interest
In New York the betting is five to two on McKinley. The wagers show some interest but few bettors are willing to risk money on the outcome.
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New York
McKinley
A Common Coinage by All Nations article cited
Congressman C. W. Stone authors an engaging July North American Review piece on a universal coinage. It attracts strong praise from newspapers nationwide.
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C. W. Stone
The
North American Review
Decline in Shipbuilding Amid Party Rule
The Dem Commissioner of Navigation cites 1895 fiscal year figures showing ship tonnage under Democratic and Republican administrations. Garf id and Arthur years produced 1 053 672 tons, Cleveland first term 623 046 tons, Harrison era 1 094 192 tons, Cleveland second term three years 454 436 tons versus Harrison 894 559 in the same span, explaining why most shipbuilders and owners favor Republicans.
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Democratic Commissioner of Navigation
Garfield
Arthur
Grover Cleveland
United States
Mr. Cleveland
Benjamin Harrison
Seven Millions Less Gold
The July 1 debt statement shows June's net public debt rising by 1,820,853.50 with cash in the treasury up 238,886. The interest bearing debt increased 1,875,300 while non interest bearing rose 184,439.50. Total cash in the treasury stands at 853,905,635.51 and the gold reserve at 100,000,000. Net cash balance is 167,432,096.70. Gold coin and bars fell 7,286,779 to 144,020,363.91. Silver rose 1,198,876.20 and surplus in national bank depositories sits at 16,857,354.66, down from 20,952,972.22.
End of Parties Foretold in 1796 Exchange
A 100 year old exchange notes Thomas Jefferson’s defeat by John Adams in 1796 marking the start of the Democratic party and suggests its end. It contrasts with the Republican party, described as forty years old and in prime vigor, reflecting a longue durée view of party life.
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Thomas Jefferson
John Adams
Women’s Rescue League Targets Bicycle Use
The Woman's Rescue League of Washington DC announces a crusade against women riding bicycles. Resolutions denounce bicycle riding by young women as im moral and indecent, urging true women and clergymen to help denounce the bicycle craze as vulgar.
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Woman’s Rescue League
Washington, D. C
IsapoR Wormler faces silver plank dilemma in party politics
IsapoR Wormler, a key Democratic figure in New York and active in banking, tells Chicago agents he will vote for the Republican ticket if the Democrats adopt a silver platform. He says thousands of other Democrats share honest motives and reject the cheap dollar.
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Isapor Wormler
Democracy
New York City
Chicago
The Country Newspaper as Advertising Medium
A farmer sample praised daily newspapers for advertising value noting readers have time to read ads. It claims farmers read the full paper on bad weather days, from date line to last line, and the paper earns better attention than skimming.
Queen Victoria Reaches Sixtieth Year on English Throne
The text proclaims Queen Victoria entering the sixtieth year of her reign and notes that if she lives until next September she will have reigned longer than any English monarch. It calls her reign the most brilliant period of English history and emphasizes her enduring prominence.
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Victoria
Attorney General Advises Eligibility for Student Allowance
Deputy Attorney General Elkin informs the Superintendent of Public Instruction that graduates from State Normal Schools under 17 do not receive the $50 allowance. Graduation date determines eligibility status for the allowance.
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Elkin
Superintendent of Public Instruction
Franklin News weighs Chicago prank on Sibley question
A fragmented note questions whether Sibley will be the focal point after a Chicago entry, hinting at local reactions and uncertainty about Franklin’s role. No clear outcomes or dates are provided in the readable text.
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Chicago
Franklin
Franklin Il
Jess
Sibley
McKinney to Rest at Home Before Four Year Absence
A collection of late 19th century editorials argues for stable money policy. It cites McKinley’s stance on currency, critiques New York press labeling, and discusses free silver versus gold standards with constitutional questions.
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McKinney
Harrisburg Telegraph
Wilson
Trnestown Journal
McKinley
New York
Chicago Chronicle
New Jersey Appellate Court
United States
Pennsylvania Railroad
Tidewater
Pittsburg
Could We Stand Silver in a Silver Monometallic Era
Philo. Inquirer discusses the free silver debate as history and theory. It argues contraction would follow a free silver law and questions the viability of a silver monometallic standard for a large nation. The piece warns of a self sufficient power facing drastic trade barriers and severed ties with England.
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United States
Teller
England
Mr. Bade
China
Mexico
Germany
France
Enland
Philo. Inquirer
That Good Old Dollar
A vintage appeal from a printer urging readers to send in their dollar to support newspaper production. The humorous verse frames money as a welcomed yet perilous force, praising subscribers and the steady effort of print despite financial woes.
The Meanest Soul Hurts Homes by Gossip
A writer condemns those who stay in host homes then spread tales of discord to the world. He calls gossip about domestic harmony the most despicable business, noting a sizable number of such critics exist.
New Star Added to Flag Marks Utah Statehood
July 4, 1896 marks Utah joining the Union, with President Cleveland approving Congress’s act. The national flag gains a new star to symbolize 45 states in the United States.
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United States
Utah
Cleveland
Draying Services Offered by H B Cutting in Warren
H B Cutting offers draying and moving services for furniture and related items. Place orders at the free office or with Wyman & Conarro, or write to H B Currine, East Side, Warren, Pa.
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Wyman & Conarro
H. B. Currine
East Side
Warren
Goodyear Lumbermen Shift Support to McKinley
Frank Goodyear of the Goodyear brothers in Buffalo, longtime Democrat and ally of President Cleveland, has announced support for McKinley after previously backing tariff-friendly policies. The move follows the Wilson tariff impact on their vast timber holdings in McKean and Potter counties and their Northern Pennsylvania railroad network.
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McKean
Potter
Keating Summit
Galeton
Wellsville
N. Y
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Cleveland
St. Louis
McKinley
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Kane Republican
Personally Conducted Tours by Pennsylvania Railroad 1896
The Pennsylvania Railroad announces personally conducted tours for 1896 with expert agents and chaperons. Northward trip in July and August from New York and other cities, two weeks at 100 dollars round trip including hotel and transport. Yellowstone Park seventeen days at 200 dollars. Gettysburg Luray Caverns Natural Bridge and Richmond tours planned for early autumn.
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Relief in Six Hours by New Great South American Kidney Cure
Distressing kidney and bladder diseases relieved in six hours by a new remedy called the New Great South American Kidney Cure. It quickly eases pain in the bladder kidneys and back for both men and women and relieves water retention. Sold by Noyes Drug Store.
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Noyes Drug Store
Nickel Plate Offers 4th of July Excursion Rates
The Nickel Plate road announces Fourth of July excursion fares between any two stations within 200 miles. Passengers are urged to ask agents for details on routes, schedules, and pricing.
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Nickel Plate Road
Baptist Young People Union travel offer to Milwaukee by Nickel Plate
The Baptist Young People's Union of America receives discounted fares to Milwaukee on the Nickel Plate route, cheaper than competing lines. Tickets go on sale July 14 15 and 16 with agents ready to discuss the Perfect Passenger Service.
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Milwaukee
Nickel Plate Road
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