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Newspaper
Batesville Tribune
Location
Batesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1908
Page
4
The Tribune lists Newton Hyatt of Osgond as a Republican candidate for Ripsey Circuit Court clerk, contingent on the county convention decision.
The discussion notes no substantial policy gap between William Jennings Bryan and William Howard Taft on tariff revision. Both favor protective tariffs, with Bryan advocating broader reforms and Taft seeking incremental duties, leading to a largely aligned stance in the revision context.
A reflection on tariff cuts from 1603 and the 1898 Wilson tariff bill. The text weighs whether restoring those historical conditions is desirable today and debates potential economic and political implications.
Secretary Taft, the President's candidate, holds the distinction of breaking the Hearst record in campaign spending. The New York World reports his expenses to date at 750000 dollars.
The article discusses a tariff proposal split between protective and free trade lines. Supporters argue protection is right, while opponents claim free trade would restore conditions seen in 1893 to 1897.
The writer asks how free trade stances by Taft or Bryan at party conventions in Chicago and Denver would affect national policy and outcomes if either were elected. The piece weighs party-faction impacts on fiscal and trade directions for the country.
The Supreme Court affirmed a Circuit Court ruling fining the Chicago Burlington and Quincy Railway and Kansas City packers $15,000 each for granting and receiving rebates on meat shipments. The decision aims to curb rebate practices harming small shippers. The piece also notes campaign dynamics around Fairbanks Cannon Roosevelt and a roving press operative.
The article notes fierce disagreement among many lawmakers about tariff cuts. Some propose broad rate reductions across all imports, others favor 10 20 or 50 percent, some seek adjustments on specific items like print paper wood pulp and structural iron. They offer no bill of particulars leaving the meaning of tariff reduction unclear.
This advertisement touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as a cure for ulcers, burns, scalds, cuts, and piles. It claims arnica flowers and healing bal sams provide rapid relief and guarantees the product through Baas & Schultz at 26 cents.
Mrs Charles Dieckman and daughter Della with Emma Dieckman were guests of Mrs Ahring Friday. Mrs Henry Siebert visited Batesville Tuesday. John Narwold and wife and Marie Beck of Swedenburg called on relatives Wednesday. Walter and Fred Narwold of Ballstown visited their uncle Charles Dieckman Saturday. Irene Meyer stayed with her sister Mrs Ed Bowers near Ballstown. Mrs Gottlieb Peetz hosted an oyster supper Saturday night with all in attendance.
A note reports a loss between 9 40 p m yesterday and noon today blamed on a bilious attack with nausea and a sick headache. The finder located at Baas and Schultz's drug store a box of Dr King’s New Life Pills described as the guaranteed cure for biliousness malaria and jaundice.
Ballstown notes a long social list with residents and visitors. Sam Cowen and family moved to EBaven's farm three miles west of Napoleon for their future home. Mrs Louisa Norwold visited Mrs William Menchhofer. Esther Stockinger returns to school after a broken arm. Fellowman and family visited Kar and family near Napoleon. Della Schwier and Batesville companion enjoyed a Sunday drive. Edward Bosse sister Anna Huntersville and William Menchhofer with George Menchhofer visited. George Klein attended G A R meeting at Batesville.
The advertisement cites Cham berlains Cough Remedy as an excellent cure for croup and cold ailments. It claims early use prevents attacks and notes widespread home use. Available from Baas & Schultz in Batesville Bigney & Co in Sunman.
Wim Griffith of Versailles was in town on business. Rolla Howard and wife visited relatives and friends. Daisy Rouse recovered from a grip. A temperance mass meeting at the Old Milan Methodist church drew a large crowd with many voters signing the remonstrance. J J Connelley handled North Vernon legal business. William Cook conducted township affairs. Charles Connelley returned from Indianapolis after visiting family. Emma Gault of Pierceville attended a teachers institute. Edward Powell, postmaster, recovered from rheumatism and resumed duties. Eleanor Robinson sale near Pierceville drew many. Mrs Martha Dever celebrated 90th birthday with a surprise dinner and ninety two cards. Henry McKittrick of Elrod called. Louis Colson of Seymour visiting home folks. Bagot and Fleming horse auction drew large attendance. Chas Bowers of Moores Hill attended telephone work. G W Toole recovered enough to go out after a week of grip. Joseph Will of Versailles was a business caller. Leon Levy and Gould Halawell of Cincinnati visited relatives. Sam Connelley and wife spent Sunday with her parents A J Austin and family.
Notice states A H Kolin and others filed with the board of county commissioners a petition to straighten or improve certain highways in Aware township Ripley County Dadiania. The petition outlines proposed improvements and seeks approval from the county authorities.
Petition by freeholders and voters of Delaware township Ripley County Indiana to widen and improve a highway by grading draining and macadamizing within about one mile of the township line between Delaware and Johnson townships. Request to construct a twenty foot wide eroded road with twelve inch macadam and metal. Filed March 11 1908 before the Ripley County Commissioners.
Several residents traveled or visited nearby cities this week. Jos Hunterman and Mrs Deitrich called on Cincinnati on Monday, while Miss Hilda Haverkos returned home after a short visit. Others including Albert Koepfe, Mrs Gaupel, Frank Moorman, Jos Schwegman, Mrs Peine, John Dennert, Geo Kirschbaum, Geo Obermeyer, Ed Enneking, Mrs Glowka, Mrs Blank, Dr Mull, Frank Flodder, Frank Peine, Henry Koepfle, and John Ennieking also undertook trips or visits to Cincinnati Brookville Batesville Raleigh Greensburg and Shelbyville.
A short notice promotes Chamberlain's Pain Balm as effective for lame shoulder whether from sprain or rheumatic pains. Advocates liberal application and vigorous rubbing at each use, promising a quick cure. Sold by Baas & Sunman.
In London during Queen Elizabeth I’s era, Lord Compton elopes with Sir John Spencer’s daughter via a bread basket scheme. The mother is disinherited, but the Virgin Queen later unites the family at a christening, making Compton the heir through his father’s marriage.
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