Harmony in Two Groups Clash for Victory
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Newspaper
Batesville Tribune
Location
Batesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1902
Page
5
General Prosperity backs Republicans this year
General Prosperity is described as a strong campaigner aligned with the Republican side this year, supporting GOP efforts with clear commitment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
General Prosperity
Democrats Claim House Majority At Thirty Five
The Democrats assert a majority of thirty five in the upcoming national House of Representatives, though they often claim such margins regardless of actual outcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Representatives
Democratic County Convention Date Set in Versailles
The Democratic County Central Committee met at the courthouse in Versailles last Saturday and fixed the time for the county convention on Saturday August 28 1902.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic County Central Committee
Court House
Versailles
Grant Johnson urged to aid bondsmen in county claim
The article states that if Grant Johnson steps forward to assist his bondsmen in settling the county claim against him, he could greatly redeem himself in the eyes of the public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant Johnson
Honest Joe Scarred by Debts Yet Keeps Honest Title
The article notes Joe Scoopmire paying the county treasurer the remaining balance, after errors, allowing him to retain the nickname Honest Joe despite past troubles.
Nick Volz Emerges as Likely Batesville Auditor Candidate
A leading Batesville Democrat signals Nick Volz as the probable Democratic nominee for auditor this year. The Batesville and Versailles party bosses reportedly back Volz, suggesting strong intra party support and momentum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nick Volz
Batesville
Versailles
Democratic theme of resurrecting old political issues
The passage derides revived aims by comparing two-year and eight-year dead bodies. It questions if Democrats will resurrect ageless issues like free silver last seen in 1900 and tariff for revenue from 1894, using theatrical imagery to mock political reinvention.
Political pressure jars Ripley County Democratic race
A local report notes John Meyers leading Democratic voters in Ripley County while a few bosses oppose him. The piece predicts Meyers may be pressed to step aside for their preferred candidate or face efforts to sidetrack him if he resists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Meyers
Ripley County
John
Grant Johnson Charged in Ripley County Treasurer Shortage
Grant Johnson faced defalcation charges as Ripley County treasurer after a shortage was found in Mississippi except for $100, which had been accounted before his departure. The text notes widespread belief in his guilt among many observers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant Johnson
Ripley County
Mississippi
Grant Johnson Returns to Face Default and Penalty
Grant Johnson did return and faces consequences after failing to pay the required amount. Though not financially able to pay, he remains to undergo the resulting actions.
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Grant Johnson
Republican County Central Committee Meeting in Versailles
The Republican County Central Committee met at Versailles last Saturday afternoon. They adjourned to meet on call of the chairman. The convention date was not set, but Chairman Minger may issue a call for Saturday August 30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican County Central Committee
Versailles
Minger
Full Prosperity Echoes in Election Promises
The passage emphasizes widespread abundance in Treasury, food, and farmers’ pockets, framing a nation rich with prosperity. It contrasts the Democratic party’s promises and divisions with the Republican party’s performance, pledges fulfilled, and hope for victory and success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasury
Washington
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Ripley County Republicans Promise Clean Ticket After Purge
The speaker compares defalcations in office to a thunderstorm that purifies the political atmosphere. He forecasts the Republican party in Ripley County starting anew with a clean ticket under a clear sky and winning the next election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ripley County
Abundant Farm Yields Across Wheat Oats and Corn
هذا summary is a concise newspaper card noting higher than usual yields for wheat oats and corn this year with good prices. It credits Providence and the Republican party for favorable conditions and urges voters to support the Republican ticket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
People of
America
Jackson dispute over Scoopmire shortage cited in Versailles visit
In Versailles last week Newton Jackson Ripley County Treasurer learned of Joe Scoopmire's shortage and informed him. Jackson says he is not responsible for publicity around the shortage. Others are accused of using the matter for political gain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Versailles
Newton Jackson
Ripley County
Joe Scoopmire
Jackson
Scoopmire
Bondsmen Paying Debts Marks First For Ripley County
Grant Johnson bondsmen likely to settle liabilities to Ripley County marking a historic first in the county. Henry Yater default cost the county roughly 47000 to 50000 dollars with no payment by bondsmen. John Newman case ended in a settlement around 2300 dollars after a judgment against bondsmen. The defaulting official in past cases was a Democrat. current case involves a Republican.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant Johnson
Ripley
Henry Yater
John Newman
Board of Commissioners
Repub
Fragmentary Note on Bond Bondsmen Liabilities
The text indicates Grant Johnson’s bond liabilities will be made good. the board majority is Democratic. The fragmentary report mentions a lien or liability issue tied to bondsmen but lacks full context or specifics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lican
Grant Johnson
Commissioners extend deadline for bondsmen in dispute
Commissioner John Meyer reports the Board of Commissioners gave Joe Scoopmire and Grant Johnson and their bondsmen until August 15 to settle or suits would be filed. Some bondsmen urged action now, others favored delay to determine liabilities. The panel chose a mid term extension, aiming for fairness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Meyer
Versailles
Board of Commissioners
Joe Scoopmire
Grant Johnson
Hanna Endearment by Labor for Mark A. Hanna
Labor leaders defend Senator Mark A. Hanna against Democratic slurs. They cite his repeated invitations to speak on Labor Day, his arbitration role in grievances, and his counsel during strikes as proof of labor confidence and friendship. The piece argues workers favor Hanna over Democratic opponents across the country.
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Democratic Party
Mark A. Hanna
Republican Party
Mr. Hanna
America
Ripley County Treasurers and their Repayments
The article recalls Ripley county treasurers losses and repayments, noting George H. Govert had the most accurate accounts with only five dollars and some cents unaccounted. It mentions Yater Newman and Grant Johnson, predicting Joe Scoopmire will settle all due amounts, while Newman’s and Johnson’s totals are cited as significant overpayments or liabilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ripley County
George H. Govert
Yater and
Newman
Grant Johnson
Joe Scoopmire
Ripley
Editor letter contrasts Tribune and Journal on tax debts
A reader notes differences in how the Tribune and Journal treated tax arrears by treasurers from different parties. The letter defends Christ Luhring as an honest man despite settlement errors, contrasting with partisan coverage by the Journal. Joe Scoop-
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Journal
Tribune
Shockley
McCallum
Ripley County
the Tribune
Christ Luhring
The
Christ Lubring
Joe Scoop
Editor’s Critique of Officials and Public Trust
The piece questions Mire Luhring and Jackson’s honesty, urging credit for honesty when shortages are shown to the Commissioners. It states no claim of dishonesty by Jackson, noting his regret at the Journal’s haste to defame. It argues the editor should have withheld sensitive information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mire
Luhring
Journal
Jackson
Ripley County Republicans urged to nominate clean, capable men
The author argues that a few corrupt officials do not indict a party and cites a historical context in Ripley County. It asserts Republicans have a clean, proven record for over forty years, and calls for honest, independent candidates with strong business principles to win the upcoming election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ripley County
Yater
John Newman
Democratic Party
Ripley
Republican Party
Bondsmen Face Large Liability in Former Treasurer Case
The Grant Johnson bond case reveals forty seven bondsmen may bear the bulk of an $11,130 shortage while a prior audit, later deemed erroneous, left bondsmen exposed to the full liability. Investigations split the blame across Johnson’s terms, with little protection for bondsmen against contingencies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant Johnson
Mr. Johnson
Johnson
Board of Commissioners
Stomach and Liver Tablets Sold By Batesville Sunman Sellers
The best physic Chamberlains Stomach and Liver tablets. Easy to take and pleasant in effect. For sale by G A Baas Batesville Bigney Co Sunman.
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Chamberlain
G. A. Baas
Batesville, Bigney & Co
Sunman
Remarkable Recovery Attributed To Cham berlain Remedy
Dr Chas H Utter of Panama Colombia reports a severe dysentery case in a 16 year old patient. After failing remedies the Cham berlain s Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy was given and within eight hours improvement began, three days to stand, and one week to full recovery. Sold by G A Bads Batesville and Bigney Co Sunman.
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Chas. H. Utter
Panama
Colombia
Chamberlain
G. A. Bads
Batesville
Bigney & Co
Sunman
Secretary Shaw Declares One Employee Indispensible
When Shaw became Secretary of the Treasury an employee on the rolls was noted for varied duties and frequent sprees. Shaw asked what would be done if “Mike” were dead and was told they would have to get along. He replied, Then consider him dead so far as this department is concerned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roland Holman
Alf Hunter
Ripley County
Grant Johnson
Messrs
Shaw
Secretary of the Treasury
Mike
Trustee's Notice to Attend Township Business
Notice states the trustee will not attend township business until after 12 o'clock on Saturdays. It asks all parties with township business to call on Saturday afternoon.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Batesville Tribune
Donald McCallum
David E. Sherrick
Nat C. Hill
Charles W. Miller
Supreme Court
Robert A. Brown
F. A. Cotton
PF. Johnson
W. S. Blatchley
Supreme Court, Fifth District
John H. Gillett
Judges Appellate Court
Frank R. Roey
WILEY
W. J. Henley
James R. Black
D. W. Comstock, W. FE. Robinson
L. Newman
Joe
Lion
Edward
England
Alphonso
Spain
Scott
Scott & Bowne
Pearl Need
New York
John Feeger
Bro
Batesville, Indiana
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