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Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
Another Gold plot

Another horrible plot of the gold mowers
of England has come to light. Their SIN
tistician, NJ. G. Mulhall. has invaded this
country, and has recently written a mag
azine article in which he shows that the
Prairie States" which were the sole hone
of the silver trust in its efforts to CAPTURE
the Government Inst year, have been not
only the most prosperous part of the Unit
ed States, but far more prosperous than
my other spot on the world. Mr.. Null
halls article, it is said. reads like a tale
from the Arabian Nights" 1t shows in
the twelve States upon which the silver
managers relied last year-Ohio. Illinois.
Indiana. Missouri, Michigan. Wisconsin.
Iowa. Minnesota, Kansas, Nebraska and
the Dakotas-an increase in farm area nv
eraging 1900 acres per day, a grain pro-
duction twice as great us that OF France.
Germany and Austria, collectively; a
meat production twice us great as that of
France. an eight-fold increase of grain
production since 1850. and a general food
production equal to FIVE times as much for
each person as in the most advanced sec-
tions Of Europe. 1t can scarcely be ex-
pected that people residing in n section 30
much more prosperous than that of any
other part of the world are going to resort
to u deprecated currency with which to
pay debts. or attempt to deceive them
selves by increasing the number of their
dollars and at the same time making an
equal decrease in their value,
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
Let the Farmer Think.

The farmers of the country should give
their attention closely to a few contrasts.
The free traders made a great row over
the sugar bounty and the tin-plate duty.
Their contention was the sheer impossi-
bility that we should produce our "
sugar and tin. Already every farmer in
America knows that we shall soon pro-
duce all the sugar we consume and save
a hundred millions a year for the tillers
of our soil, and that we are also deep in
the tin plate manufacturing business. and
that long before this presidential term is
out vi shall produce in our shops all the
tin plate we want, and there are from
twenty to twenty-five millions a year for
American workingmen to earn and dis
tribute. Now, these are the things that
give a boom to prosperity. Contrast this
with the vulgar Justification that low all.
yer made wheat low, and all that rotten
ness of the Democratic Imagination,
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
Political Pointers.

The gold Democrats are making large
accessions to their ranks everywhere, and
expect to poll a much larger vote this
year than last.
The Populists of the country are thor
oughly disguised with the treatment
which the Democracy have given them,
and are developing the greatest hostility
to further attempts Mt fusion.
The director of the United States mint.
who is the best authority in this country
on currency matters, predicts that silver
will fall much lower in the next few
months. 1t is already Mt the lowest point
in its entire history.
The money in circulation in the United
States has increased about $3.50, OOO. 900
in the past year, the price Of foreign pro-
ducts has advanced, and the business of
the country has greatly improved despite
the assertions that nothing but the free
coinage of silver would bring an increase
Of money OF prices to the people Of this
country.
The people who attempted to make the
people believe a few months ago that Sec
rotary Sherman had passed the period of
active usefulness are saying nothing more
on that subject. Secretary Sherman's
expressions OF views on current POLITICAL
topics are clear, crisp and vigorous, and
strike q responsive chord in the hearts of
every American citizen.
People who are assuming that the. re-
cent great gold developments are a mere
matter Of good luck to those opposing the
16 to I theory are mistaken. 1t is more
than luck; it is the logic Of events. The
fact that the world prefers gold to the
bulky white metal as it's medium of ex-
change has stimulated the production of
gold everywhere until it seems likely to
supply the needs Of the world for q money
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
PENSION BUREAU.
at any time in their history. The ]. H.

ihaa at any time in their history. The J. H.
Bedford Sons Handle Co. has also largely in
creased Its force. The buckeye Stave Com
paly has a larger number of orders than at
any time since its organization and is putting
new men at work daily. Talks Will business
men ,e convince me that prosperity has arrived.
n farmers have tine wheat. oat. and hay
Cops n;n amd the corn PROSPECTS are bright.
frlces are good and free-silver calamity
how!ers will have hard lines I'm Ohio this fall.
Ed l.. Vail. Editor "vidette."
rassaic. n. J.-Tlere has been a marked
Improvement in the factory district Of this
city. All the mills are now making full time
ana many run until 8 y. IN. The Manhattan
raan. works lsatinet prlnters,. after three
years OF idlcness: is in full operation. The
dundee Woolen Company, which did little or
no work during Cleveland's Administration.
Is now employing its full complement Of
aanas: The Botany Worstcd Mills were slick
their plant; The number Of operators doing
steady work at this point liz now, l think, SO
per cent more than one year ago.-D. W. Ma
hony, Editor ''News."
Sterling, m.@rhe keystone Mfg. Co., man
uIacturers OF agricultural implements, which
usually runs Very light at this time of the
year. has been compelled to increase its force
i y seer n OF ! reducing It; It expects to employ n
time IN the past three years. Other agrIcui-
tural Implement factories report a good busi-
ness; The Lawrence Bros. Mfg. concern is
making a large addition to Its building to be
occupied by an additional manufacturing cs-
t%ablishment. The Cobb & Drew Rivet and
Nail Factory have n large Increase in orders.
mere - an unusual activity III the building
OF RESIDENCES In town.-W. ID. John, Editor
Gazette" ~
Brunswick. Mo.-The chief business enter.
prises OF this place are showing a marked i'm
have increased their force in the mannfac.
ture Of chewing and smoking tobacco, the dc.
mand for this class of goods having increased
materlaily during the past few months. The
Eagle FIGURING Mills report also an Increased
business. Shipments OF -four to snrrounding
towns and cities are increasing every week.
indicating that the merchants are buying
corn at an advanced price, and there il q
general feeling of satisfaction among the az.
ricultural element.-H. L. Lincoln, Editor
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10

James A. Mount, Iudiana

James A. Mount, Indiana.
The business revival In indianapolis and
throughout Indiana Is Enthusiastically crafty
Ing. In this city the improvement has been
most marked during the last fortnight, and
stantial and permanent. 1t is noticeable in
every avenue of trade. and is so pronounced
that It is admitted even by .whilom prophets
the greatest railroad centers in the United
States. and one Of the most striking evil
dences of the dawning OF u new era OF in.
In the fact that the number of loaded cars
at this time il almost unprecedented, the
onerings to the transportation companies
being sufficient to overtax their equipment
and facilities.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
Good Times On the Wav.

The miserable business in which the
partisan organ of the free silver move
ment are engaged when they try to fill
the ears of the people with complaint and
discomfort, and pick up only to magnify
every adverse trade symptom in order to
discourage the return Of prosperity for
political purposes, is annoying. but it is
Intellectual. 1t causes decent men to be
indignant. but it is powerlcss to stay the
oncoming tide. Prosperity has SO. in, and
there are solid figures as well as hopes to
vvoro ;%
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
Mexioo IL Yearntne for Bry.n,

10 Yeornon8 Tor Bryan.
This will be an interesting time for Mr..
Bryan to take his proposed trip to Mex
leo. A late dispatch from the City of
Mexico says:
Exchange on New York rose to-day on
the fresh drop in silver to 131, and, in
some cases, 40 was asked. Bankers were
in doubt as to what rate to make, In view
of the condition of the silver market. Ex-
change on London went to 21N n
the lowest on record, and implying for this
Government in meeting the interest on its
sterling debt a loss at the rate Of two
million dollars per annum. The Govern
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
eilae Al, Holcomb. Nebra.ka.

NtlaA Ae Nebraeka.
Nebraska produced in 1896 nearly 800, 0OO..
600 bushels Of corn. quite n percentage Of
which yet remains In the State. The corn
crop this year will equal or excel that of
last. Her croD Of wheat this year is enor
nous. reaching from forty to fifty million
bushels: which. because Of foreign active de-
much more satisfactory prices than have
been received Of late. Live stock interests
have assumed large proportions, and are
constantly growing even with the prevailing
low prices. These and many other branches
IT industry add materially to business activ.
bty.. Nebraskans have been buying but little
during the period Of business depression,
lions. They are now beginning to pay.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
D. NJ. cloueh, Minnesota.

The business outlook for Minnesota and
the Northwest is, to my mind, very hopeful.
The farmers have fair crops. and will re-
ceive good prices therefor. This assures the
merchants and the manufacturers u good
cash trade this autumn md winter. The
railroads will. in carrying the crops to mar
ket: be able to earn and pay their old-time
dividends. Already labor realizes the ben
edt In greater demand for employment.
There are at present but few idle men in
Minnesota who desire work. Advancing
prices and better markets. which result from
the farmers improved condition, promise a
still greater demand for labor aud an early
advance In wages.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
Prices Go Up tn Mexico.

Consul General Joseph q. Dudley, sta
toned ut Nuevo Laredo, in II commune
cation to the Department of State says
that as a result Of the recent fall in the
price of silver there has been Il marked
rise in the price of all commodities in
Mexico. This is true of domestic pro-
ducts. Rents are included in the rise
Of prices. He says there has been no
corresponding advance of wages or sal
aries. Labor. he states. stays OH its silver
h0afS
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10

ment can meet this loss by economies and
using the surplus fund, but bankers here
say the time has come when something
must be done. A very anxious sentiment
prevails, as the people have come to en-
pect a still further decline in the value of
silver. and many predict that it will be
forced to Il point where the dollar will be
worth only 30 cents in gold. Importations
will be generally reduced and interests of
business affected generally. The Mexican
Government and the country are con
fronting a serious situation, the worst for
many years."
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
+. nj. Drake. Iowa.

From all over the State come tidings of
Increased business activity. The rise in the
price of grain has materially helped in de-
veloping this activity. making money more
plentiful. Merchants are getting in larger
stocks of goods than for some years past.
Bank deposits and clearances are steadily
Increasing, and there is a general air OF
confidence in the business outlook.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
c. NJ. Barnes, Oklahomn,

full crop of wheat ever produced on a like
number Of acres. We have a large crop OF
corn now made. Prospects are excellent for
are not excelled in the quantity or quality
anywhere on earth. Indeed, all the products
Of field and farm have been and are being
gathered in great abundance. Oklahoma will
market $40, OOO.O 600 worth of these things the
present season. which. at the present in
creased prices. will bring prosperity to the
farmers Of the Territory and through them
to all lines of business and trade.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
Frank E. Moores. Omaha, Neb.

y "OUress Om6nRe Neh.
Among the indlsputablc evidences of re-
turning prosperity and confidence in the
business future Of Omaha l might mention
the million dollar packing plant now in proc.
ess Of erection here by Armour. the 100000
union depot now building, the magnificent
ternational Exposition in 1893, now in con-
struction. n the numerous other public
improvements which are being made In the
city.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
MAYORS.
]. D. Phclan, San rranc,.co.

j. ID. Phelnn, San Fraucisco.
There is every prospect of business revival
IN San Francisco. First. the crops have heen
large and satisfactory; the prices of fruit
not only has brought Increased revenue ia
the producers of the State. but has Inspired
them with confidence and courage. The
Gifts Of this creation of wealth by the men
OF the soil: The stimulation given to mining
ny organized and Individual prospecting,
which has been very successful. IL especially
noteworthy, and 1t is closely estimated that
our mines will yield Mt least 100000 % of
Sl5.0O0.OO last year.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
Frnnk B. poran. et. Poul.

point. there IL much Of enconragement
Business is good and improving. Our city
trade is cautious. as almost everybody
Is exhausted from unwise Investments in
real estate during boom times. The i'm
provement. no doubt. comes from higher
prices for farm products. from a natural re-
!covery from a collapse. and from a strong
belief that the tariff question seems to be
settled for four years at least.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
L. G. Stow. Graua R.r,d..

The settled wise policy of our Govern.
nent, together with confidence among man
uIacturers and business men generally, as
sures better prospects. Local causes are
crops above the average In our State, with
advanced prices for the same. Furniture
factories are running on full time, and a
improvements give a sure basis for mn in
crease OF trade.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
Aaa a. uahnell. ONTO.

The confidence Of the people following the
settlement OF the tariff question. and the
bounteous crops which command good prices
will cause a satisfactory restoration Of pros
Of the present gives promise of u bright fu-
ture for Ohio.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
g. NJ. Jones', Toledo. q.

The people seem to have taken heart. now
that Congress has adjourned, and they have
nothing to fear from the Lawmakers. as our
state Legislature is not in session. The
are causing a distribution of $1,000 o a day
from Toledo. The farmers. in turn. are buy
ing implements. and this. of course. starts
the industries. Yes, prosperity is here.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
h. ]. Franklin, Arizona.

The business outlook Of this section ia
quite promising. Phoenix Is enjoying a sub.
ing opened. and substantial buildings are
being erected In all parts Of the city. The
three leading industries Of Arizona are min
are iourishing. The mines this year will
yield more than any previous year. Cattle
rule higher than for years.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
Henry r~ruel.cn. Duluth, Mimi.

The outlook for fall trade Mt the head NJ
tne lakes is very promising. Prospects Of a
splendid yield of wheat in Minnesota and
the Dakotas. which will command good
Will bring money in abundance to the North.
west. The lumber market is in splendid CON
ditlon. with demand good at advanced prices,
guaranteeing heavy operations in numbering
next winter. Labor at the present time IL
In good demand at fair wages. Shipments
OF Iron ore are heavy. All this goes to
prove that prosperity will again smile on
the head Of the lakes.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
{. A., Fenow., Toneka. Kan.

Wonderful revival in business and conf.
dence in Topeka. The railroad shops and
all factories are running to their full ca
p1acitX. More buildings have been erected
ceeding four years. Money is plentiful, the
Interest rates reduced and property changing
hands at increased prices. Practically. No
Idle laboring men are in the city.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
J. e. crichton. seattle, wash.

I expect q revival Of business from the fol.
lowing causes: Our wheat crop is the largest
ever harvested In this State. and prices are
very satisfactory; large mills are being
and while the steamship service is 6rst-cfass,,
yet many more boats Will have to be added
to accommodate this immense -four and mer.
camille trade with the Orient. The Eastern
enormous. and good prices are being paid.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
]. r. Roeers, Waehiuuton.

Abnormslly large yields Of wheat and bar.
bkelt Of eastern Warrington. q rood CROP p Of
pops at moderate prices In western Wash.
knston. an abundance of fruit at 4 fraction
Sf the State. supplemented by soid' minina
Developments along the northern bonndary
hnd the stimulus Of the Klondlke discoveries
p Alaska. have united to give the people OF
Warrington q cheerful prospect,
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
M, p. enydsr. Los Ansele.. ca

have not as yet observed a material i'm.
pr0vement In mercantile lines In this city
over a year ago. Throughout Southern Call.
fGornia. however. better conditions prevail.
heavy, and there have been bountiful crons
Of hay. barley. and wheat. The pasturage
has been and IL good. All farmers expect
fall. During the last seven or eight months
there has been an unprecedented mount Of
mineral prospecting In Southern California.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
WHEATBOOMSTHEWEST
Governors and Mayors Agree that
Prosperity Has Set It's Seal
on the Land.

"A large number of representative merchants Of the West have recently Wis
ted New Yorka and have expressed decidedly hopeful views of the business
oWlook In view of the fact that these opinionshave had a beneficial effect by
their tendency to strengthen confidence and promote better times, the follow
Ing telegram vas sent to Western Governors and Mayors:
Will you kindly telegraph to the Journal our opinion IF the prospects for a
business revival in our city or State, giving what you consider THE best reasons to
anticipate a prosperous state of trade for the coming autumn.
w. II. HEARST,
EDITOR n. Y. JOURNAL.
To this generally addressed request many answers have been received,
among them being the following:
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
wiilia,. p. Lord. Oregon,

Present prospects Of a business revival are
EXCELLENT. Already a marked Improvement
b business Is anticipated. We have large
Pops with good prices, with Indications Of
Re large. Hop crops are above the averaHe.
nd prices are much better than last wear.
Fhe wool clip. was good and cattle ana other
fock are selling for good priceE.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
8. Pennoxer. Portland.

The large crop of wheat In Oregon, and Its
ELSEWHERE. Will be of great advantage to us.
u we could be assured that these two condi.
confidence.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
Robert r. Smith, Montana.

Our people are strong in the belief that
State. Our farmers and stockmen IRE re-
!ceiving good prices on account Of failures
In India, Argentine Republic and Australia,
and our capitalists are beginning to realize
that legitimate mining Is as safe as any
other enterprise and produces larger profits
to the investor.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
w. A, Richards. wyon,ino.

Times nre already better in Wyoming.
ing arg being paid. Our hanks have plenty
OF money received from this source. There
Is an Increased demand, and higher prices
for cattle and sheep caused by tile duty on
hides and Mexican cattle and on wool, which
Is also going up in price.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
Robert Pratt, Minneapolis.

h0bef FrattV MtnneapOIt0.
The settlement Of the tariff question. the
increased prices for our abundant crops, the
more general employment Of labor at better
wages. the appreciation Of values all along
the line. serve to create among our people
the conviction that prosperity has reached
us. These conditions. with the return of con.
dence and a better present trade, would
seem to assure us q prosperous business for
autumn.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
3. ". ecoield. wi.cop.;n.

Excellent crops. the fact that the indus
tide and stocks exceedingly low. and general
hopefulness are the reasons for anticipating
q prosperous state Of trade for the coming
autumn.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
J.mea NJ. Jones. Kausa. Ctr. Nd.

.Jamea n. jones' Kansas City, Mo,
The tidal wave Of prosperity and renewed
this great agricultural section Of the Middle
West, has swept too far to make 1t neces-
sary to talk Of good prospects. Business
midst, and the impulse has already been
felt by every line OF business from producer
to manufacturer.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
John Mocvicar, Dc. Nome. Ia.

A good crop Of wheat and good prices as
sured by foreign demand give the railroads
good business and assure a good balance of
trade in our favor. Iowa has a large amount
coming crop. md the situation OF wheat has
helped the price Of corn considerably. Iowa
has fed. In the last eight months. and is now
feeding. q large number Of cattle. This has
made the feeders considerable money.
Hot Springs weekly star. (Hot Springs, S.D.) 1892-1917, 1897-09-10
Governor Lcedy, Kaueas.

GOvernor Lcedy, Kansas.
Considering the State as n whole. Kansas
Of the grain supply In other parts Of the
world has naturally resulted In a great de-
mand for Western grain and better prices
therefor. My Judgment is that this will i'm
prove our fall trade without doubt.