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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1896
Page
2
The quote argues it is better to employ American workers by expanding domestic production than to rely on foreign silver, advocating national economic policy prioritizing labor over global metal markets. The statement reflects protectionist sentiments attributed to William McKinley.
Dun's Review notes no clear upturn in business though conditions favor improvement. Confidence rises slowly as speculative buying for future use persists and imports of gold continue. The Bank of England has not raised rates, with demand shifting to France, while a large portion of business remains held back until the future becomes clearer.
Major McKinley speaks to thousands each day except Sunday, delivering sensible remarks. His crowded home troubles his wife, but supporters promise a larger house for a four year stay that will be cleaned and renovated.
Betting on the election shows McKinley in the lead with odds of two to one offered by Olds and a Detroit offer of 20000 dollars at even money未taken. In Indianapolis a 10000 to 5000 wager is posted as backers seek political outcomes.
Cameron county Republicans endorsed Hon. C. W. Stone for U S Senator of Pennsylvania in last week’s convention. The successor to Senator Cameron likely comes from eastern Pennsylvania, but Stone is described as a capable and worthy choice from our town.
Complete returns from Arkansas reveal 38,640 for the Democratic candidate instead of 80,000, with the Republican vote up about 10,000. The result suggests the state will be all right next November.
About three thousand men resume work at the Cambria Iron Works in Johnstown as industrial revival movements gain momentum. Business leaders show confidence and hope in the wake of McKinley’s forthcoming election in November.
A public notice states no voter may cast a ballot unless state or county taxes have been paid in the last two years. It advises readers to inform Republican neighbors and urges preparation to satisfy tax obligations before elections.
The article notes that Turkey owes Christian nations about 750 million dollars, suggesting this large debt underpins delays in confronting Turkey. It presents a sharp, critical view of the financial burden and its political implications.
While England and others discuss dismembering Turkey, the murderous Turk focuses on business by slaughtering the Armenian people.
Voters who have not paid a poll tax in the last two years must pay by October 3 to be eligible to vote in November. The notice emphasizes timely payment to avoid disenfranchisement and outlines the October deadline for compliance.
Chairman Myers leads a broad county GOP push with over fifteen clubs and frequent meetings. Key speakers include Jerome B. Fisher Thad Mahon W Swoope and C Crandall Glee Club provides songs. Upcoming events include Chandlers Valley Cherry Grove and Warren speeches by Wanamaker and Allen among others.
The Chicago Inter Ocean lauds Maj McKinley for relentless public engagement since June 19 nomination. It notes constant visitors at his home, crowds urging support, and piecemeal drafting of his acceptance letter after three months without retirement.
A Philadelphia Record note cites Mr. Bryan admitting he voted for Weaver in 1892, the Populist candidate. It argues that since he opposed Democracy then, it would be fair if Democracy opposed him in 1896.
The St. Louis Democrat notes that Democratic and Populist splits across northern states make Sewall’s November election mathematically unlikely while Bryan ignores Watson as the Georgian grows stronger in the Bryan plan.
The St. Louis Globe Democrat notes that Mr. Bryan’s tour through the South is significant as he becomes the first Democratic presidential candidate since the war to campaign in that region, highlighting a strategic shift in outreach.
An old advertisement touts South American Nervine as the universal cure for stomach indigestion and weakness, claiming it can prevent stomach cancer. It asserts a sound stomach resists cancerous growths and promotes buying from Noyes Drug Store in Warren, Pennsylvania.
Advertising copy touts the value of the dollar for fall suit purchases at JacoB Keller, the tailor. It promises great purchasing power and urges readers to buy their fall attire from the shop.
Drug specialists endorse Chamberlains Cough Remedy for coughs colds and croup. Indiana Pa druggists Daugherty Bros say they sell more of it than any other cough syrup. Fredonia Pa pharmacist H M Urey calls it the best cough medicine. Available at 25 and 50 cents per bottle from Morris & Mullen Warren and P B Canfield Corydon.
Distressing kidney and bladder diseases relieved in six hours by a new remedy. It relieves pain in the urinary tract, back, and kidneys in both men and women and stops retention of water. Quick relief and cure urged. Sold by Noyes drug store.
A Pittsfield Republican letter rebutts a Warren Democrat article on a September meeting. It defends local residents, disputes allegations of disorder, and describes Maxon’s conduct, audience behavior, and a private accusation against a visiting lady. The writer names no new individuals beyond those already in the Democrat report.
The Democratic party in Michigan has changed its name to the Republican-Silver-Populist-Democratic party. The Boston Herald notes the shift nearly boxes the political compass as a new label. The St Louis Globe-Democrat recalls Kentucky's 1880s Republican rise, stating conditions remain, though Democrats are weaker this year.
G E Beal returns to Cleveland to enter college. Perry Corey moves to Spartansburg and Dr. Van Sickle to near Sugar Grove. Mrs gie Sliter housekeeping here. Fred Sliter back to work at Tidioute. Mrs Will Yates and three children arrive from England. Rev Hopkins returns to Columbus charge including Wrightsville Bear Lake and Lottaville. Carl Smith attends state council of the Junior Order U A M. Infant son of Elmer Willit dies of cholera infantum. C K Haupin afflicted. J F Higgins in poor health. P L Wright trips to New York with livestock.
Sept 17 updates include the Prada Brightman and Ben Stoddard wedding on Sept 9. Local incidents: Alton Pitt breaks arm and elbow on Eldred Hill school grounds. Clinton Tubbs dies near Samonyville. News on Eldred & Steans sheep purchase. A Damon buys Birch and Middleton store with a new shop rumored.
A reader exercises economic reasoning on free coinage and silver. Questions compare wage purchasing power under gold standard versus silver standard, price effects of coinage, and the impact on investor loans and national voting margins. A quoted voice, Whidden Graham, frames the issues.
General Daniel E. Sickles appeals to Union veterans to back McKinley and oppose Bryan and Sewall. He condemns sectionalism and repudiation, urges unity for national honor and law, and warns that silver payments would harm pensions, wages, and public credit. He cites Gettysburg sacrifice and calls for defeating the Chicago platform.
The argument states that wages, deposits, pensions, and insurance beneficiaries would lose purchasing power if the dollar's value fell to 53 cents. It contends a silver basis could trigger a panic, harming millions including 1.7 million savers and 1 million pensioners, per the New York World.
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