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Editorial
February 27, 1890
Mineral Point Tribune
Mineral Point, Iowa County, Wisconsin
What is this article about?
Satirical editorial commentary on Henry Watterson's views on 1892 Democratic presidential candidates, suggesting he may be positioning himself as the 'new man' while critiquing his tariff stance and the prospects of Hill, Cleveland, and Governor Palmer.
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EDITOR HENRY WATTERSON, the sole proprietor of the only original Star-eyed Goddess of Reform, has been talking about Democratic Presidential candidates in 1892. He says that the fight between Hill and Cleveland will make it impossible for either of them to be nominated. Governor Palmer is too old, and the party must find a new man. Is it possible that Mr. Watterson had his eyes upon his own reflection in the mirror when he referred to the "new man?" The Democrats might make a worse mistake than to take up the brilliant Kentuckian, whose worst failing is that he does not and can not get away from the Bourbon barnacles long enough to imbibe a little common sense on the tariff question.
What sub-type of article is it?
Partisan Politics
Economic Policy
What keywords are associated?
Democratic Candidates
1892 Election
Henry Waterson
Tariff Question
Bourbon Democrats
What entities or persons were involved?
Henry Watterson
Hill
Cleveland
Governor Palmer
Democrats
Kentuckian
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Democratic Presidential Candidates For 1892
Stance / Tone
Satirical Criticism Of Henry Watterson
Key Figures
Henry Watterson
Hill
Cleveland
Governor Palmer
Democrats
Kentuckian
Key Arguments
Fight Between Hill And Cleveland Prevents Nomination Of Either
Governor Palmer Is Too Old
Party Needs A New Man
Watterson May Be Suggesting Himself
Watterson's Failing Is Lack Of Common Sense On Tariff Due To Bourbon Influences