Bryan cites Clay on scarcity of money and hard times in the Senate speech
The quotation recounts Henry Clay’s 1840 warning that a shrinking circulating medium plunges the nation into stagnation as debts remain, property values fall, and employment drops. William J. Bryan argues the gold standard worsens distress, keeping prices down and preventing demand even if factories reopen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William J. Bryan
North Castoriia
United States Senate
Henry Clay
Mr. Bryan
Mr. Clay
McKinley
Sartorius
McKinley and Bryan Clubs Debate Money Tariff Issue
The McKinley Club challenged the Bryan Club to a joint debate on money tariff and other issues. The Bryan Club agreed to discuss money but urged placing silver first and postponing other topics. Gazette editor accuses Bryan of being a one idea party and declines to debate, citing party records from the past two years.
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McKinley Club
Bryan Club
Republican Party
The
Gazette
Debates on Tariff and Silver Remonetization in Nevada
The text argues that tariff promises cannot prosper the state until silver is remonetized and the money question settled. It accuses the opposing party of flip flopping on free silver, of renouncing steadfast devotion, and of retreating to a national party while misleading voters. It condemns the party for avoiding direct debate on vital Nevada interests and for criticizing opponents’ record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Party
John Sherman
United States Senate
Senate
Nevada
Republican Hypocrisy in Nevada Silver Stance Split
A Nevada political clash criticizes Republicans for duplicity between August 1894 pledges to fully restore silver and September 1896 acceptance of a gold standard platform. It accuses leaders of mis representing state sentiment and questions whether the party can claim consistency or trust. It calls loyal Republicans to sever ties for betraying pledges amid calls to end the gold standard and promote silver.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Party
Nevada
Honun
Fusion nominating conventions nominate slate for county offices
Three city conventions held for Populist Democratic and Silver parties nominated Fielding Lemmon O H Stoddard F A Norcross and W H A Pike for Assemblymen W H Melnnis for Sheriff John B Williams for Recorder W P McLaughlin for Clerk D B Boyd for Treasurer T V Jullien for District Attorney H H Beck for Commissioner long term and George H Frasier for Commissioner short term T K Stew as the note ends with an incomplete name and position.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fielding Lemmon
O. H. Stoddard
F. A. Norcross
W. H. A. Pike
Committee On Permanent Organization and Order of Business
O. H. Perry
J. M. Pugh
F. ©. Updyke
Justice of the Peace
E. D. Kelley
Office of Auditor
Hou
Frank Bell
Wm. Pinniger
N. J. Foxwell
D. Kelley
J. H. Dennis
A.G. Phillips
Cirter
Denuts
Meyers
R. H. Kinney
F. H. Norcross
FP. H. Norcross
W. H. Moranis
9. Murray
D. B. Boyd
E.R. Dodge
T. V. Julien
Mr. Julie
Geo, Alt
H. H. Beck
Mr. Beck
C. H. Stoddard
W. P. McLaughlin
J. B. Williams
T. K. Stewart
Geo. Frazer
T. McGovern
County Ticket Nominations Highlight Local Campaign
Surveyor and F C Updike voiced as capable public servants. Sheriff candidate. Recorder and Clerk with long county ties. District Attorney and Treasurer praised for integrity. Populist slate lists Croaby Crawford Hummel Leeper McNees Porter Shearer Boyd Wilson Quinn Cowles Seth Taylor. Gold men expected to nominate a full ticket. Bryan supporters split on electoral alignments.
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Art
F. C. Updike
Seriff
Reno
Board of Commissioners
King
George Croaby
R. R. Crawford
Ed Hummel
Charles Leeper
G. O. McNees
F. B. Porter
B. C. Shearer
D. B. Boyd
M.S. Wilson
J. J. Quinn
Richard Cowles
Seth Taylor
Shearer
Boyd
Porter
Leeper
Bryan
Dr. Hogan
Masonic Hall
Benjamin Carter
al. Linn
J. R McCabe
G. F. Croaby
E. G. Hummel
R. C. Leeper
R. Rk. Crawford
Sherif
G. O. Mc. Nees
Frank Porter
Marion Wilson
B. ©. Shearer
D B. Boyd
S. T
James K Polk and James Massey Rise in 19th Century Careers
The article traces James Massey's career from 1877 admission to the Illinois bar and practice in Sullivan Indiana with Biggs, through diverse work including mining, to 1892 loyalty to the Silver party. It highlights his roles as Assembly member in 1892 and District Attorney in 1894. It notes his nomination for Justice of the Supreme Court by the Silver party and his ongoing public service.
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James K. Polk
Abe Lincoln
Lincoln
Maseey
Illinois
Messrs
van Seller & Dole
Silver Party
Massey
Tuscarora Silver League
Supreme Court
California Fig Syrup Company Ad Claims Safe Use by Ladies
The advertisement touts Syrup of Figs as a pleasant safe remedy for women under all conditions. It urges buyers to ensure genuineness by checking for the California Fig Syrup Company name near the bottom of the package and notes it is sold by responsible druggists.
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California
Leadville Mine Rising Ends in Bloodshed and Riots
Leadville Colorado September 21 strife at Coronado and Emmet mines ends with at least five deaths and three wounded as miners clash with attackers believed to be from the Chard Alene region. Militia and armed citizens patrol while measures to aid law enforcement are planned. Canyen. Denver Rio Grande guards tighten to protect troop trains to Leadville under Brigadier General Brooks.
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Col
Coronado
Emmet
John Mahoney
Foreman O'Keefe
Hose Company
Char d'Alene
Botore
Coronado Guard
Q Coronado
Mahoney
O'Keefe
Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup Teething Remedy Ad
Classic teething remedy claims immediate relief for distressed infants with teething pain. Promotes cures including diarrhea stomach regulation wind colic and reduced inflammation. Marketed as prescription of an experienced physician with a pleasant taste and nationwide availability at twenty five cents a bottle.
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Mira
Winslow
Mrs. Winslow
Silver Party Nominates County Ticket in White Pine
A note from Ely in White Pine county reports the Silver County Convention met on the 17th to nominate State Senator Sol Hilp Assemblyman Chas Green Sheriff L B Scott Recorder M B Garaban Clerk A T Stearne District Attorney A B Truce Treasurer and Assessor J B Williamson Commissioner long term W C Gallagher Commissioner short term Dan Simonson The ticket endorses J P Jones for United States Senator and pledges support to state convention nominees.
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Silver Party
Ely
White Pine
Silver County
Sol Hilp
Chas. Green
L. 8. Scott
M.B. Garaban
A. T. Stearne
A. B. Truce
J. B. Williamson
W. C. Gallagher
County Conventions in Reno Forge Fusion Talks
Three county conventions met in Reno with Silver party Democratic and Populist groups nominating officers. Fusion proposals circulated but mostly failed. nominations proceeded with Assemblymen and other offices split among factions. The day included a large convention for each party, committee work, and final adjournments.
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Reno
Seasion
Silver Party
Democratic
Dr Kings New Discovery cure claim and political scene
Mrs Phabe Thomas of Junction City Illinois says Dr Kings New Discovery cured consumption fears and saved her life. Thomas Eggers of San Francisco recovered from a severe cold to near consumption after one bottle. Free trials at Hodgkinson's Drug Store. Separately, Republicans mingle in Populist primaries, haggling tickets and polling votes as GOP members chase influence beyond their party.
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Hodgkinson
Phabe Thomas
Junction City
Dr. King
Thos. Eggers
Florida St
San Francisco
Hodgkinson’s
G.o. P
The Best Salve Sold By J Hodgkinson
An advertised salve claims to heal cuts bruises sores alvers fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions and promises piles cured or money refunded. Price is 23 cents per box with payment due on purchase.
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J. Hodgkinson
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Charman
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John Bowman
Bowman
John M. Pugh
Messia
D. Ketley
Edwin Fowler
Robi. Moore
Rosa Lowers
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Geo. J. Smith
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