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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1896
Page
2
A roster lists Republican presidential and vice presidential nominees along with numerous signatories and supporters. Names include WILLIAM McKILEY of Ohio for President and GARRET A. HOFART of New Jersey for Vice President, followed by many others on the ticket and supporting individuals.
The Chicago presidential ticket faced strong opposition from New York Democrats who gathered at Madison Square Garden to denounce Bryanism. Bourke Cochran led a robust pro sound money display and defended the party’s eastern alignment, while protests signaled Bryanism’s weak footing in the region and its likely defeat in November.
A railroad man explains how free silver affects his earnings in Mexico. He notes monthly pay in Mexican dollars varies with market value, monthly board costs rise from 18 to 40 pesos, and clothing and footwear cost more due to import duties and lack of local manufacture. He contrasts costs with the United States, saying many items must be bought from the U S. and priced higher here.
In LaPorte County a political feud erupts as Michigan City faces Republican criticism of Democratic bosses. The piece contrasts governance, tax savings, and official conduct between parties, urging voters to choose in November while praising current officers and denouncing past Democratic rule.
The piece recounts a Kansas policy to fix corn prices by statute, raising corn to 45 cents a bushel and devaluing wheat. Farmers from other states flood Kansas with corn, wheat collapses, and the plan ends in economic ruin and scorn for the lawmakers. It contrasts with broader Depression era hardship and political rhetoric, citing labor strife and editorials.
A wandering speaker claimed to be from several cities and pushed Sherman act misconceptions to a Westville audience. Locals countered with better arguments while noting his inconsistent statements and long-standing ties to reform efforts, leaving his visit as a bad dose for local silver supporters.
The Nickle Plate Road sells excursion tickets for August 30 31 and September 1 through Chicago sleeping cars and Diners on through trains.
Feb 2 1851 Nelson notes the death of a long time resident. She leaves six children Orlando Sarah L Ordelle John R Mary B and William E with Orlando the sole survivor. A devoted wife and mother she lived quietly and held in high esteem. Funeral Aug 26 at 2 pm at home with Rev R D Utter and nearby choir. Burial in Quaker ground. Community sympathy extends to husband and kin.
Low rates via Nickle Plate Road through Cleveland Buffalo and Niagara Falls. Tickets sold August 31 to September 3 with return until September 14 for Canada's Great Fair. 290 17 18.
Advertisement promotes Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pectin as a gentle laxative for both mother and baby. Claims it eases constipation in babies and relieves indigestion or headaches in mothers. Available in 10¢ 50¢ and $1 sizes from E. T. Scott.
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