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Newspaper
Batesville Tribune
Location
Batesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1912
Page
3
The Tribune notes political tensions around the Republican convention and Taft's campaign strategy. It discusses the Indiana and Chicago scenes, weather as a metaphor, and questions about who controls the party machinery as the race heats up.
The notice warns that without timely funds from county treasurers the Democratic administration at the State Capitol will face a cash shortfall by September, jeopardizing operations and the ability to respond to a potential quake in Indianapolis.
The article recounts Republican National Committee actions on contested delegates. It notes the Democratic House blocking tariff commission funding and Indiana lawmakers opposing the commission. It details Taft securing 72 seats to Roosevelt 0 after committee rulings, with only Alabama’s ninth district contested by Roosevelt supporters. The piece also critiques Indianapolis Star’s stance amidst the disputes.
The Indianapolis Star editorial accuses Marion county of sharp practice in carrying for Taft. Chicago correspondence cites Senator Borah noting a primary produced Taft victory and F B Kellogg agreeing that Taft delegates were seated despite Roosevelt support.
The National committee in Chicago ruled in favor of Taft, seating 12 contested delegates and adding to Taft's 72, with Roosevelt supporters voting to uphold Taft picks. The decision left Roosevelt with no delegates from the contests. New did not vote.
A public notice lists applicants for a liquor and soft drink license for a Batesville building, with intent to operate on premises that permit on site consumption for one year. The description covers room measurements, entrances, and location in a two story corner building on lot 16 in Laughery Township, Ripley County Indiana, along with an array of local officials, assessors, contractors, and staff involved in the process.
State of Indiana Ripley County court notice in partition case Logan vs John McBride. Nonresident defendants John McBride and Wilson McBride notified of suit and hearing set for September 3, 1912 at the court houseVersatile county. Clerk and Seal witnesses date May 27, 1912.
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