William McKinley Presidential Campaign Tin Cup, 1896
THF164054 / William McKinley Presidential Campaign Tin Cup, 1896
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Artifact Overview
In 1896, the Republicans nominated William McKinley for president. McKinley and the Republican Party advocated for the continued use of a stable, gold-backed dollar and protective tariffs to pull the country out of its economic depression. Supporters touted McKinley and his twin campaign themes of "Sound Money" and "Protection." It must have worked -- McKinley won.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Cup
Date Made
1896
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
72.31.100
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Tin (Metal)
Dimensions
Diameter: 3.25 in
Height: 2.5 in
Inscriptions
front, above portrait of McKinley:
VOTE FOR MCKINLEY & PROTECTION.
front, below portrait of McKinley:
A. FISCHER MFG. CO. HAMILTON, O.
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