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Newspaper
Batesville Tribune
Location
Batesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1902
Page
4
The Batesville Tribune notes a quip calling Cleveland indefatigable duplicity as Henri Watterson coins a nickname praising him. Editor Donald McCallum introduces the piece in a standard weekly notice about subscriptions and publication.
King Albert of Saxony died in Dresden last Thursday at 8 05 p m He had named his eldest brother Prince George to govern the country before his death.
A readable fragment argues that organizing one side of the Democratic party against the other would be so polarized that even the devil could not harmonize the split. The text reflects a dramatic metaphor about internal party conflict.
The passage recalls Cleveland denouncing tariff reform as a calamitous monstrosity during his party’s rule and notes public agreement with the assessment. It emphasizes his leadership role and the charged reception of the policy.
The text argues the Democratic party should run the coming campaign without a defining issue, claiming it has never faced a paramount concern in any campaign that it felt ashamed or afraid to confront in the future.
Mt Pelee eruption left Martinique calm while Cleveland hoped the effect would quiet the Democratic camp. The text asserts it will succeed, implying pervasive silence through death and stillness in political tensions.
The Chinese cruiser Kaichi exploded on Sunday in the Yangtse river. About 150 officers and men were killed or drowned as the vessel sank in 30 seconds. Only two men escaped.
The Filipinos will celebrate the United States birthday in the Philippines a prospect unseen in centuries past and certain to vex those who oppose it.
A wary observer notes the tension as ordinary Democrats struggle to reconcile conflicting theories while major figures like Cleveland Bryan and Watterson exchange sharp criticism on the party stage.
A political exchange contrasts William Jennings Bryan's praise of public service and efficiency with criticism of Cleveland's administration. The text questions which side, Bryan or the Democratic National Convention delegates, holds the correct view of the city's governance.
The writer argues Congress must impose limits on immigration to reduce labor unrest and wage suppression. Employers rely on abundant immigrant labor to keep wages low, so cutting immigration would force anthracite coal barons to raise miners’ pay in line with their dangerous work and risks.
The claim that free traders prove all trusts arise from tariffs is false. The Standard Oil Company stands as a vast monopoly not aided by protectionist tariffs, while the anthracite coal operators control the coal market with a tight grip on supply and pricing.
The author accuses William Jennings Bryan of hypocrisy for condemning Cleveland while Bryan was in Congress during Cleveland's alleged high crimes. The piece argues Bryan’s major critique lacks moral authority and could alienate voters from modern Democratic leadership.
A crowded triangle scene features three kopjes with guns named Cleveland Bryan and Watterson. Each gun targets the others in a relentless barrage while disputed voices rage around the onlookers. The smoke and din obscure the damage as the crowd mistakes the clash for harmony.
The speaker argues wage rises won't help unless immigration from Europe is curtailed. He contends cheap European goods should be protected, but immigrant labor undermines American workers by underpaying and exploiting a half-paid population. He concludes that restricting immigrants will raise wages, earning, and citizenship quality for American laborers.
Mr Bryan and Mr Cleveland attended the Tilden Club grand opening in New York last Thursday. Cleveland spoke with heavy rhetoric while Bryan’s style was absent, signaling a Clevelandized club with Bryanism not on board.
A reader explains confusion over which Democratic Party is being referenced in Cleveland and Bryan era disputes. The note argues that if factions align with both leaders, voters may be misled and should seek the party that makes laws.
A brief critique notes a character who acts like a small dog and barks at the passing bandwagon, illustrating comic disdain for showy trends. The remark underscores social satire through a crude zoo analogy, reflecting the era’s sharp wit about public spectacle.
The Senate approved by 167 to 6 the Spooner substitute to the House Nicaraguan bill. It authorizes the President to acquire the Panama Canal Company of France and its assets for up to 40 million dollars if a good title exists, creates a canal commission, and authorizes 130 million dollars in 2 percent gold bonds for construction. If a good title cannot be obtained, the President will proceed with the Nicaraguan route as in the House bill.
The King of England has fallen ill on the day of his anticipated coronation. Physicians report a perilous operation for perityphlitis or possible circum abscess, performed Tuesday afternoon after delaying the procedure to preserve the ceremony. Recovery is uncertain given his age and poor health. If he dies, the Prince of Wales would ascend and the government would continue.
In Versailles last Thursday supporters and critics debated the Stevens case. The columnist urges fair legal investigation into alleged misstatements or falsified facts about Christ Stevens and a possible township debt. Both guilt and defamation receive cautionary treatment until the court decides.
Russell Coman visits relatives in Indianapolis while George Beck travels to Egypt on business. Chas Johnson, A L Greemann, and Miss Mamie Sick head to Indianapolis or Greensburg for work or visits. Mrs Monroe visits Rising Sun. Miss Anna Wehmeyer returns from Shelbyville. Flora Gutapfel returns to Sunman. A Dickerson from New Era and families of Behlmer, Hoyer, and Meyer are noted. Leo Enneking, son of Blacksmith Ben Enneking, dies. Clarence Shockley visits from Ripley Journal. E R Adams heads to Indianapolis with Adams Curtis Shoe Co. Harry and Andy Peetz visit Napoleon relatives.
Louis Schwartz of the Grueber and Schwartz marble firm arrived in Batesville from Cincinnati Monday evening on a business trip.
Farmers and others invite stable owners to use the Fair Grounds on July 4 for dancing ball games and boat rides. Keepsie Bros. offer cement walk layouts and estimates with guaranteed work. Batesville community notes no idle men and rising labor demand.
Mrs. John Drescher made a profitable call last week and renewed her devotion to the Tribune. She is described as a strong Republican compared with some party members.
The undersigned states for the benefit of Albert Weber that words used have been misinterpreted as harming his character. He denies any such language with Weber and rejects added claims made by others, offering to prosecute if further statements arise.
Survivors of the 83rd Indiana Volunteer Regiment announce their annual reunion in Sunman on August 27 and 28, 1902. The aged comrades, thinning ranks, and final roll calls prompt a cordial invitation from F. C. Fuller, Commander, and H. Bruns, Quartermaster, to soldiers and citizens to gather around the camp fire and recall shared service.
Mrs Behr of Spades visited Mrs Jos Kurtz Monday. Miss Tillie Eichacker went to Indianapolis Saturday evening. Peter Benz of Indianapolis came on business Monday evening. Miss Stella Hackman of Odenburg went to Cincinnati Monday morning. Dr Timmerman went to Brookville Wednesday to probate John D Thie. Fred Doll of Shelbyville visited his parents Saturday evening and returned Monday. Misses Emilia and Emma Peters of Sunman visited relatives here then returned Monday noon. Mrs Echols and child visited Mrs William Dickman before returning to Idaho last Monday. A Jones and Douglas mammoth merry go round rides in St Cla irs Grove on the glorious 4th.
Mrs. Harry Canfield and Miss Carrie Gelvin traveled to Rising Sun on Monday to attend the Epworth League convention at that location.
The water works company will sod the canal shores on the fairgrounds to stop washing in during boat runs. William Gluesenkamp and wife attended the wedding of Frank Leary and Ella Arnold in Indianapolis last Wednesday. Ella is Mrs. Gluesenkamp’s niece. Miss Gussie Pepper of Peppertown and Mrs. Hannebaum visited, with Hannebaum returning to Indianapolis after visiting parents.
Batesville Fair Association plans a large Fourth of July event at Batesville with a fine grove and hall in southeastern Indiana. Attractions include standard festivities plus a boat ride for 40 to 60 passengers, operating day and night. The public is urged to attend from many miles around to celebrate the nation's birthday.
M R Connelley visited Greensburg on business. Fourth of July plans urged at St Clair's Grove. Frank Starks and wife visiting Lon Kerrick near Clarksburg. Mrs D McCallum and Mrs J D Snedaker visited New Point. Mrs Gus Rodefeld and children returned to Richmond. Flora Malcott returned to Indianapolis after two weeks here. Water bubbling from old mains near the railroad. pipes need attention. Thackery of Illinois visiting his father near New Point with uncle J B Thackery. Boat house being built 30 by 30 by 16 feet high, with boat storage over water. Mrs Merrit and child from Indianapolis returned after visiting Richard Scherer and family. Scherer helped them to Batesville.
Mrs BE R Adams traveled to Cincinnati on Wednesday afternoon to meet her mother Mrs Johnson of Homestead Pa. The pair planned to return to Batesville where Mrs Adams intends to stay part of the summer.
G. W. Roberta of Elizabeth West Virginia touts Electric Bitters and Bucklen's Amica Salve as a breakthrough for an old man declared incurable cancer. He claims complete cure and cites relief from biliousness kidney issues and skin problems. Bitters 50 cents salve 25 cents.
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