The Democrat Newspaper of Bloomfield Indiana
The Democrat weekly issue lists oversight details for Bloomfield Greene County Indiana with editor W L Slinkard and subscription rates of 1 year 1.50 6 months 0.75 and single copies 0.05, payable in advance. Advertising rates given per line with minimums. Postal notice shows second class mail status in Bloomfield.
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Democrat Printing Office
Opera House Block
Bloomfield
Greene County
Indiana
W. L. Slinkard
Postoffice
Officials Named in State and National Directory
The list includes Congressman W. A. Cullop of the Second District Vincennes County and Representative Clyde O. Yoho of Bloomfield Indiana. Also named is Joint Senator James H. Humphreys from Linton Indiana representing Greene and Owen counties.
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W. A. Cullop
Vincennes County
Clyde O. Yoho
Bloomfield
Ind
Greene-Owen
James H. Humphreys
Linton
County Officials List and Roles
The document lists county officers including Clerk Circuit Court E K Ashcraft Auditor George E Kidd Treasurer John W Johnson Recorder Chas E Fuller Assessor Lilburn Jackson Sheriff Weeden O Jackson Health Officer Dr W R Cravens Coroner Charles B Collins County Attorney Claude E Gregg Surveyor S N Yeoman and County Commissioners Thomas A Henry A M Miller Vincent Hoke Judge Circuit Court Theo E Slinkard Prosecuting Attorney W Ray Collins.
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E. K. Ashcraft
George E. Kidd
John W. Johnson
Chas. E. Fuller
Lilburn Jackson
Weeden O. Jackson
W. R. Cravens
Charles B. Collins
Claude E. Gregg
S. N. Yeoman
Thomas A. Henry
A. M. Miller
V. Vincent Hoke
Theo. E. Slinkard
W. Ray Collins
Bloomfield Officials Named for Town Departments
Bloomfield announces officials for clerk treasurer Walter Brown health officer Dr P M Cook attorney Allen G Pate and board of trustees with Byron Titus pres Harvey Greene and Albert McLaughlin listed among leadership appointments.
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Walter Brown Marshall
Joshua Cook
P. M. Cook
Allen G. Pate
Byron Titus
Pres
Harvey Greene
Albert McLaughlin
Flying Indian Will Edington Faces Health Hurdles
Reliable report says Will Edington known as the Flying Indian shows string-hatter symptoms and a touch of the sweeny while seeking the sheriff's office.
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Will Edington
Sheriff’s Office
Unclear political standoff framed in party rhetoric
The excerpt argues that peace prosperity and preparedness favor a Republican candidate while a Progressive can see which party aligns best. It criticizes Mr. Hughes and suggests his Americanism is compromised by a disreputable influence he seems to be under.
Democratic Prosperity Record Attacked as Menace
A debate emerges as critics claim the prosperity program is overdone and harming the nation, arguing the policy enlarges government power and undermines economic stability.
Contention Over Sheriff Nomination Among Republicans
Several Republicans question whether they must wait for Will Edington to die before any GOP sheriff nomination. The party has hard working members who have served faithfully and would like a time when he no longer seeks the office.
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Will Edington
Deeds vs Words Highlighted in Hughes Campaign
The passage argues that as of now in the campaign Mr. Hughes is the sole figure before the public who speaks extensively yet has no deeds to show. It contrasts his rhetoric with the absence of concrete actions associated with him.
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Hughes
Hughes Promises Broad Scope If Elected
The statement argues that if Hughes is elected he would widen his views and oppose the retirement of Presidents and Ambassadors for political reasons.
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Hughes
Hughes Avoids Votes for Women in State Contention
The passage notes Mr. Hughes did not register or vote for Votes for Women in his own state. It questions a conversion seen as expedient and hints at skepticism toward his stance.
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Hughes
Greene County Sheriff race sparks intra party challenge
In Greene County a Republican contends one man should hold the sheriff’s office while several others argue the current tenure has lasted long enough and a new candidate deserves the chance.
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Greene County
Sheriff’s Office
Taft backer delivers Hughes keynote and nomination speech
A longtime Taft ally who helped seed the Progressive party gave the keynote at the Hughes nomination convention and then delivered the speech announcing the presidential nomination. The piece notes how Progressives react to his involvement and influence within the party.
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William H. Taft
Progressive Party
Mr. Hughes
1912 Election Vote Totals Highlight Party Split
The 1912 race shows eight electoral votes for Republicans and Ss for Progressives. The Republican candidate had 3,484,956 popular votes against 4,119,507 for the Progressive. Internally the Republican National Executive Committee includes reactionaries and five Progressives.
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Republican Party
Progressive Party
Republican National Executive Committee
Oscar Seeks Fresh Campaign Speech Amid Declining Prospects
The weary candidate toils over an old draft marked with edits like a war map. His resources falter as Argentine corn and beef rise and Chinese eggs turn rotten in inspection. His public stance boils down to a simple power shift: you are in, or I am out.
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Oscar
Mexico
Democratic House First Backed Popular Senate Election Reform
In 1892 the Democratic House submitted a constitutional amendment for the popular election of U.S. senators. The measure, decried through subsequent Congresses, passed the Senate in 1912 and was ratified by the states by May 381 1913, completing the reform amid party contrasts and platform endorsements.
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House of Representatives
United States
Congress
Senate
Democratic push for popular election of senators urged
W J Bryan notes that the 1912 Democratic platform urged ratification of the popular election of senators while the Republican platform remained silent, arguing the Democratic party has consistently supported this reform as masses across parties favor expanding popular control over government.
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W. J. Bryan
Noted Hope for Fairbanks Speech Spark
Readers glimpse a cautious optimism as observers await Mr Fairbanks seeking a worthwhile issue in his acceptance speech.
Down Goes the Price on Buggies at Spooner and Hays
Spooner and Hays cuts prices on horse drawn buggies as sales volume rises. Dealers report steady demand despite higher street traffic and competing wagons.
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Spooner & Hays
Local Advertisers Parade Greene County Services and Goods
The Greene County distribution highlights area merchants and services. P. D. Neidigh shows stone and monument work with custom finishes. Edington and Rodarmel offer fresh groceries with special prices. CT. Parish repairs shoes and trim for Aero owners. Vanmeter and Company feature ladies wear and school outfits. Spooner and Hays promote buggies and farm implements. Wasler Brothers service White River farmers with dependable tools. Greene Circuit Court.
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P. D. Neidigh
Center Township
Neidigh
Edington and Rodarmel
Star Grocery
Fairplay Township
Dick Stalcup
Greene County
Stalcup
Bloomfield
CT. Parish
South Side
Statford
Spooner and Hays
Stockton
Wasler Brothers
White River
Cass Townshine
Estate sale petitions filed in Lucas and Timmons matters
Edward J. Timmons, Lizzie Lofland, John Loffland, her husband, and Sarah E. Timmons petition to sell. Albert Heaton as Admr. of Mary A. Lucas estate v John W. Lucas executor petition to sell. Gom. Electric Supply Co. v Bert Phillips account.
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Edward J. Timmons
Lizzie Lofland
John Loffland
Sarah E. Timmons
Albert Heaton
Mary A. Lucas
John W. Lucas
Gom. Electric Supply Co
Bert Phillips
Buggy Sale Ad at Spooner and Hays
A local classified announces a limited time buggy sale at Spooner and Hays offering very low prices to attract buyers.
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Spooner & Hays
Democrats Organize Indiana Young Men's League Drive
The Indiana Democratic Club under Bowman Elder is rapidly expanding Youth enrollment across the state. Nearly 100 membership lists were filed on opening day as speakers plan statewide outreach with Senators Kern and Taggart expected to campaign after Congress adjourns.
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Indiana
Young Men’s Democratic League
Bowman Elder
Indiana Democratic Club
State Central Committee
New York
Wilson
Marshall
Perkins and the Progressive Party Sellout Debate
The New York World questions George W. Perkins stance on aligning with Democrats versus Republicans. It argues progressives should recognize realpolitik and warns that selling out is a business decision driven by market demand and price, noting Perkins’ resistance to party dissolution amid pressures from Davenport Robinson and Hamlin.
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New York World
George W. Perkins
Perkins
Messrs. Davenport
Robinson and Hamlin
Progressive Party
Hughes Vision Theorized By Campaign Commentary
The New York World questions Hughes vision and policies while the New York Herald urges him to state constructive plans. Critics doubt his readiness, noting unanswered questions and implying his vision may be intimate and not suitable for public debate.
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Hughes
West
America
New York World
New York Herald
Wilson
Dinner honors E W Lucock with society guests
Miss Caroline Stein hosted a dinner Friday night for E. W. Lucock. Attending were Misses Helen Cravens Elizabeth Osborn Wayne Miles and Bernard Cravens. Miss Gay Bland hosted the Tri Kappas on Wednesday evening. The Mission Band of the Christian church will be entertained at Mrs. Charles Mason's home at 2 30 this afternoon.
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Caroline Stein
E. W. Lucock
Helen Cravens
Elizabeth Osborn
Wayne Miles
Bernard Cravens
Miss Gay Bland
Tri Kappas
Mission Band of the Christian Church
Charles Mason
Manis Dies in Street Car Line Welding Accident
John Manis, 44, a street car motorman, was struck while welding joints on the line last Monday night by an auto driven by Thomas Ferguson. He died at St. Anthony's Hospital within minutes of arrival. Survived by his widow, four children, his mother, and many relatives. Funeral procession from Calvin Manis home to Walnut Grove for services conducted by Rev. Floyd. Burial at Moode cemetery with six fellow motormen as pallbearers.
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Manis
John Manis
Thomas Ferguson
St. Anthony’s Hospital
Mr. Manis
Calvin Manis
Mineral
Walnut Grove
Floyd
Moode Cemetery
Oscar Petersons Serious Injuries From Workplace Accident
Oscar Peterson of Attica suffered severe injuries last Thursday when a large iron piece dropped during an load transfer at the ex-coupler. His face was mashed his left arm broken a dislocated shoulder and broken ribs with chest injuries. He was unconscious 48 hours and is now improving. Peterson has long been a local resident and worker here.
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Oscar Peterson
Attica
Peterson
Death of Mrs Mary Cramer at West Main
Mrs Mary Cramer died at the family home on West Main Street after a three week paralysis illness. The funeral will be held Friday at 10 o clock at the residence conducted by Rev J D Crane and Rev R W Fish.
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Mary Cramer
West Main Street
J. D. Crane
R. W. Fish
Free Victrola Phonograph Contest Opens Now
A wining reader can receive a $15 Victrola Phonograph as a prize by predicting the townships for the next fourteen weekly ads. Entries must be in by Monday deadlines. no township repeats across the 15 week run. Tie breakers by mutual agreement if needed.
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Euessine
Contest rules for Phonograph prize at The Democrat
The notice explains subscribers may guess one contestant per family and outlines a rotating odds system. Readers are invited to predict which ads, such as Jones Lumber Co., will appear in Taylor township over fifteen weeks. Send guesses to The Democrat Advertising Dept Bloomfield Ind with name and township listing.
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Jones Lumber Co
Taylor Township
Taylor
Democrat, Advertising Dept
Bloomfield
Ind
Sunday Services and Sermons at Local Churches
Church notes list Presbyterian and Christian Church activities with Sunday school at 9 30 a m and 10 30 a m sermons. Christian Endeavor at 6 30 p m and evening services at 7 30 p m including a 7 36 p m restart. First M E services resume with 10 30 a m sermon God Revealed In Jesus Christ and 6 30 p m Epworth League followed by 7 30 p m preaching Christ The Master of Men.
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Presbyterian Church
Christian Endeavor
Christian Church Bible School
Christian Endeavor Meeting
M. E
God
Jesus Christ
Epworth League
Christ the Master of Men
Cut Price Sale on Buggies at Spooner and Hays
Local shop at Spooner and Hays advertises a cut price sale on buggies. Store promises bargain pricing and limited stock to attract shoppers.
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Spooner and
Hays
Bloomfield School Announces Opening Faculty List
The Bloomfield School will open Monday with a roster led by Superintendent and Principal Paul Edmondson. Names include Grace May, Fannie Williams, Domiestic Science Nota Harrah, Cavins Baughman, and teachers Ethel Anderson, Dimple Stalcup, Blanch Chaney, Sarah Coppin, Avis Bryan, Grace Fields, Jesse Payne, Faye Marshall, Mabel Phillips. Several staff years are listed beside each name.
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Fannie Williams
Miss McIntosh
Loogoctee
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Official Directory
Woodlrow Wilson
Thomas R. Marshall
John W. Kern Thomas Taggart
John A. M. Adair
William A. Cullop
Owen
Greene
Sullivan Counties
George R. Griffin
Frank Morgan
Sixty- Third Judicial Circuit
Paul V. Davis
Jeptha Moss
Horace V. Norvell
T. R
Bill Edington
Mr. Fairbanks
Greene Circuit Court
Democrat
Douglas Muerris
Rushville
Supreme Court of Second District
Democrats
Yaggart
Kern
Frank Butler
the State Committee
Kern and
Taggart
Tageert
Esnc
Peonte
Cramer
Paul Edmondson
Grace May
Chi-Chester’s
Chi-Chester
Bi. Summers
Box P
Notre Dame
S. B. Shertzer & Son
Parker Lucky Curve
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