The populists were formed as a party in Feb., 1892, on socialistic principles.
1892. Fusion with the populists has been perfected [by the Democrats].—Columbus (O.) Dispatch, Oct. 8. (N.E.D.)
1893. The situation results from the rise of the Populist party.—The Nation, N.Y., Jan. 19, lvi. 43/2. (N.E.D.)
1894. It was Mr. Bryan and his populistic ideas which were the bone of contention.—Chicago Advance, Oct. 4. (N.E.D.)
