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Emerson on Sound Money / A Speech, 1896

By Willis George Emerson
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A political address defends maintaining the gold standard while allowing silver in limited, safe quantities and rejects free-silver doctrines as unsound. It criticizes Coin's Financial School and its advocates, links monetary stability with national honor and credit, and promotes a protective tariff and reciprocity as means to preserve employment and wages, blaming tariff repeal for factory closures and reduced payrolls. The speaker cites historical fluctuations in metal values to argue against silver monometallism, appeals to voters to decide by judgment rather than passion, and frames the election as a moral contest over economic security.

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Willis George Emerson

Willis George Emerson was an American author known for his diverse contributions to literature, including novels, essays, and speeches. His works often explore themes of adventure and the supernatural, with notable titles such as "The Smoky God; Or, A Voyage to the Inner World," which delves into the concept of an inner Earth inhabited by advanced civilizations. Emerson's storytelling reflects a fascination with the mysteries of nature and the human experience, making him a unique voice in early 20th-century American literature. His writings also include works like "A Vendetta of the Hills" and "My 'Pardner' and I (Gray Rocks): A Story of the Middle-West," showcasing his ability to weave compelling narratives across various genres.

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