Published in 1896, this letter by journalist and political commentator John D. Finney criticizes the actions of Missouri governor Thomas T. Crittenden during the 1894 Pullman Strike. Finney accuses Crittenden of betraying his duty to protect the people of Missouri and siding with the wealthy interests that controlled the railroads. This letter offers a glimpse into the political tensions of the late 19th century and the struggles of working-class Americans.

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