Local Official Names in Primary Ballot Roster
A drafted list shows candidates for state and local offices, including Lieutenant Governor Fremont Goodwine, Reporter of the Supreme Court George W. Skit, Judge of the Supreme Court Oypinuy Al Myers, Jadee of the Oopetate Court David Myer, Pop Clerk Newton Ta AED, Treasurer Johnne Tos, Recorder Lewis A. Wetzler, Sheriff William R. GillipfeFith, Coroner Edward A. Zlerer, Surveyor J Morton Brown, Commissioner 1st Dist James Rimstedt, and Commissioner 3rd Dist Francis N. Myers.
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Supreme Court
Oypinuy AL Myers
Jadee
Oopetate Court
David Myer
Local Election Ballot Names for City Positions
Trustee Charles Meyer and Assessor Josepha Newman appear on the ballot along with Justices of the Peace for Ist Precinct Selector Thackery and 2nd Precinct John Schultz 3rd Precinct Otto Wessel. Constables include George Wambsgons 1st Precinct Tom Patterson 2nd Precinct and Fred Wessel 3rd Precinct.
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For Justice of the Peace
Selector Thackery
Justice of the Peace
John Schultz
Otto Wessel
Jnd
Tom Patterson
Fred Wessel
Lautmann backs Taft as protection saves industries
J. M. Lautmann of Michigan City, a 1904 Democratic national convention delegate, argues protection is essential for industries and workers, endorsing Taft. He cites Durbin on deposits, noting that workers increased bank deposits under Republican rule with minimal losses.
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J. M. Lautmann
Michigan City
Taft
Durbin
Brewers posters attack saloon closings mislead Batesville voters
Indiana brewers send large posters to Batesville claiming Kansas City suffers greatly from saloon closures. The posters cite thriving stores and empty buildings photographed from other cities. Critics say Lieb er and Fairbanks misrepresent facts with falsified images to Batesville voters.
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Indiana
Batesville
Kansas City
Lieber
Fairbanks
Indiana Legislature local option bill changes voter rights
The Legislature by passing the county local option bill confers on the people of Indiana and on every voter in the state a new potential for local control over liquor policy and related decisions.
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Indiana
Indiana Liquor Question Sparks Fierce Campaign Debate
The piece argues the right to vote on the liquor question is under threat as brewers and saloonkeepers push to repeal the bill and elect a Legislature and Governor who will sign repeal. It critiques Shelbyville Democrats, accuses manufacturers of backing Jim Watson, and contrasts factory wealth with brewer funds in Indiana politics.
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Indiana
Shelbyville
Jim Watson
Brewers
Tom Marshall
Lieber
Fairbanks
Local option vote not on party tickets says explainer
The piece argues no Indiana ballot prints local option lines for township or county options. It states voters choose candidates on Democratic or Republican tickets, not local option. A county or township local option vote wouldrequire separate marking not provided by parties.
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Jas. E. Watson
Thomas Marshall
Ballors
county local option debated in Ripley county
The piece argues against a claim that a dry vote in Ripley county would raise Batesville school taxes. It dismisses the assertion as baseless and stresses letting voters decide the issue locally.
Batesville Would Not Lose School Funds If Town Goes Dry
A Batesville analysis argues liquor license revenue is distributed by state pro rata to school age children. It shows Batesville would still receive roughly the same liquor license school funds, about 1 600 dollars, while other townships gain or lose similarly, challenging claims that closing saloons harms Batesville schools.
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Satesville
Brown Township
Shelby Township
Otter Creek Township
Washington Township
Batesville
Democratic falsehoods over Indiana office costs debated
The piece cites Meyers accusing Democrats of misrepresentations after the 1908 convention. It contrasts four Democratic years 1891–95 with four Republican years 1904–08, asserting higher Republican salaries but noting Democratic officials kept collected fees. It lists Auditor and Attorney General costs and salaries for both periods.
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Indiana
Meyers
Fry
Tom Marshall
Office of Auditor of State
KTLG
Dem
Reid
Republicans Highlight Economy Across Offices
A partisan summary contrasts Democratic and Republican performance, praising Republican efficiency and criticizing Democratic administration. It argues Republican extravagance versus Democratic economy, claiming credit for the difference in public office management.
Leaders on Watson in Rushville Republican Praise
The Rushville Republican reports unified Republican support for James Watson with endorsements from Fairbanks Beveridge and Hemenway. Vice President Fairbanks lauds Watson as honest brave and able, while Beveridge compliments his twelve years in Congress and oratorical skill and urges Republicans to rally to elect Watson Indiana governor.
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Watson
Fairbanks
Beveridge
Hemenway
Lebanon
Ife
Indiana
James
Terre Haute
Congress
House
Republican Party
James [c. Watson
Foley's Kidney Cure Clears Kidney and Bladder Ailments
Foley's Kidney Cure is advertised as a remedy that improves kidney and bladder health, claiming to restore proper function and alleviate urinary issues.
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Foley
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James Bingham
George W. Skit
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Pop Clerk
Newton
Als
Johnne Tos
Lewis A. Wetzler
William RR. Gillipfefith
Edward A. Zlerer
J. Morton Brown
James Rimstedt
Dist
Francis N. Myers
Charles Meyer
Josepha Newman
George Wambsgons
City Ward
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Bates
Ation
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H. H. Kramer
Iad
Rushville
Inks Palace
Aotel
J. A. Schene
PROP
Edward Cook
Sunman
Ripley County
Ira J. Nicholas
Said
John Fruchtricht
Big Four Railroad
Tor
Ripley Ca
John Washington
Bosqueville
Tex
Bucklen
Baas & Schultz's
WM. F. Krieger
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