Judicial ticket listing city and county offices
For Representative Charles Bovard and for Clerk Samuel M. Smith ledgers show a slate of local officials including Treasurer Joseph Scoopmire Recorder John Minger Sheriff Edward Ebel Assessor John B Curran Surveyor Peter Laswell Coroner M Joseph Coomes Commissioner 1st District Frank M Starks Commissioner 2nd District Ww Pryor Councilman 1st Dist George W Foreman 2nd Belmore Saltmarsh srd 60 John Albright 4th Wesley Shaw Councilmen at Large D H Johnson Theodore Schuliz J L Hodges
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Bovard
Samuel M. Smith
Joseph Scoopmire
John Minger
Edward Ebel
John B. Curran
Peter Laswell
M. Joseph Coomes
Frank M. Starks
L. Pryor
George W. Foreman
Belmore Saltmarsh
John Albright
Wesley Shaw
D. H. Johnson
Theodore Schuliz
J. L. Hodges
Road Supervisor and Constables Listed in District Notices
Local postings name William Davis George Dettmer and Fred Brummer as constables. For Road Supervisor District No 1 Gottlieb Borstman is listed along with numbered entries 62 Fred Wonning 63 Henry Norwald and 6 4 August Norwald. Peter O Mang appears in the sequence.
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William Davis
George Dettmer
Fred Brummer
Dist
Gottlieb Borstman
Fred Wonning
Henry Norwald
August Norwald
Peter
Mang
Bryan's God Comment Sparks Strong Public Reaction
Bryan said God is a Democrat and the remark drew sharp criticism with many call it a braying insult. The remark prompted immediate audience reaction and widespread commentary across local outlets.
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Bryan
God
Anarchist label tied to Bryan or Most by critic
The speaker compares the agitator stirring class hatreds to an anarchist, naming Herr Most and William J Bryan. He argues Bryan has never spoken to uplift workers nor acted to improve laborers’ condition, and claims such deeds are unseen.
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Herr Most
William J. Bryan
Bryan Questions and Roosevelt Clash Highlight Political Tension
A public exchange shows Bryan dodging questions from Governor Roosevelt while facing criticism for avoiding direct answers. The disagreement underscores rising political strain and questions about candor in leadership.
Boss Croker Pressures Indiana Vote Purchase Alleged
Report says Boss Croker sought to buy votes in Indiana while blackmail from gambling houses and New York City infamy networks surfaced. details describe coercion and political manipulation linked to gambling interests.
Bryan Faces Defeat as Backers Pile In Money
The speaker notes Mr. Bryan can endure misfortune, while his supporters rake in funds at ten dollars a minute, making the scene resemble a political show of money and influence.
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Mr. Bryan
Lucre
Property values charts under McKinley era for Mr Bryan
Tax records from Lancaster County Nebraska show the eight year assessed value of Mr Bryan’s property from 1893 through 1900 inclusive, indicating steady profit growth during the McKinley years.
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Bryan
Lancaster County
Nebraska
Democratic party leaders face trust investigations across states
Grand juries in Texas probe the cotton-baling trust with Democratic National Chairman Jones of interest while New York courts consider the ice trust involving Croker, a Bryan lieutenant. The self-styled anti trust crusaders linked to Bryan must confront the consequences of the monopolies they oppose.
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Texas
Jones
New York
Ice Trust
Bryan
Croker
Francis Marion Thompson Seeks Judicial Office
Francis Marion Thompson campaigns on a clean record and merit for the judiciary. He argues for voter support based on integrity, promising to govern with justice and equity. Georgetown Kentucky reports a politically charged murder case with Cantrill leading actions and Henry Youtsey in court amid allegations of perjury and a Democratic fund influencing rulings.
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Francis Marion Thompson
Georgetown
Cantrill
Henry Youtsey
Goebel
Bryan Feuds with Trusts Highlight Madison Square Meeting
Bryan faced critics as Croker of the ice trust and W. R. Hearst of the silver trust attended a Madison Square Garden gathering presided over by E. M. Shepherd. Trust magnates claim Bryan's anti trust stance is a campaign dodge to win votes.
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Bryan
Croker
Ice Trust
W. R. Hearst
Silver Trust
Madison Square Garden
E. M. Shepherd
Sugar Trust
Van Kirk Republicans Raise a Pole forenoon Collection
The Van Kirk neighborhood Republicans held a Saturday forenoon pole raising event. Volunteers gathered to support local party activities and engage residents in the community effort.
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Vankirk
Blood and health through cod liver oil in Scott's Emulsion
An old health ad emphasizes blood quality as the key to strength and vitality. It links rich blood to well being and recommends Scott's Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil to restore nourishment, promising a free sample from Scott & Bowne chemists in New York.
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Scott
Bowne
Pearl Street
Politicking in Ripley County Angers Democrats
Hon Nathan Powell and another gentleman spoke to assembled voters on current political issues. Saturday night vandals cut a flagpole and stole the flag, actions attributed to candidates for the penitentiary. Democrats in Ripley County condemn the ruffianism and affirm that such deed does not represent the party.
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Nathan Powell
William Jennings Bryan
Ripley County
Nathan Powell Praised as Likely Fourth District Congressman
A local endorsement lauds Nathan Powell for his gallant fight in the Fourth Congressional District. The writer praises his oratorical skill, eloquence, fairness, bilingual ability, and readiness to meet emergencies, declaring him best suited to represent the people in Congress and predicting his election.
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Nathan Powell
Fourth
Congress
Campaign praise for McKinley re election in Indiana
The piece argues that quiet campaign activity supports William McKinley’s re election. It notes satisfaction with current prosperity across Republicans and Democrats and urges voters to continue the party in power to avoid poverty, unemployment, and hardship seen under the prior Democratic rule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
William McKinley
Partisan Trust Debate Highlights Republican Roles
The piece argues Bryan’s hypocrisy on trust control by noting that only Republican enacted laws targeted trusts. It cites the Sherman Act as a Republican bill struck down by the Supreme Court and praises a proposed constitutional amendment favored by Bryan, contrasting with Republican support for a broader trust power. It references a recent constitutional amendment vote with party splits.
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Bryan
Congress
House
Senate
United States Supreme Court
Chicago
Democratic critique of trust issue in party politics
The passage argues that Democratic leaders opposed amendments because they wanted to keep the trust question as a campaign issue. It asks which sensible man could support the Democratic party on this trust question given these statements and actions.
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United States
Congress
Democratic Party
Instructions for Voting With Straight Republican Ticket
Voters are told to use the blue pencil in the election room to mark a straight Republican ticket by crossing the large circle at the head of the ticket. If not voting straight, marks must be placed on the small squares next to candidates. marking elsewhere invalidates the ballot. Voters should fold ballots face down when exiting, allow clerks to handle marks, and report any issues or inability to vote.
Infant Eva Shirling Dies at Age 2 in Indiana
Eva Leah Shirling, born March 12, 1898 near Pennsylvaniaburg Indiana, died September 25, 1900 at home near Sunman. She was the daughter of W S and Ida Shirling. Funeral held September 27 at St Paul church conducted by Rev Siddle and she was laid to rest in Pennsylvaniaburg Baptist cemetery.
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Eva Leah Shirling
Pennsylvaniaburg
Ind
Sunman
W.S
Ida Shirling
Earth
St. Paul Church
Siddle
Card of Thanks From Shirley Family for Eva’s Sickness and Death
The Shirling family expresses heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for kindness and help during Eva’s illness and passing. U. S. Shirling and wife.
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Eva
U. S
Shirling
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