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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1917
Page
2
The Bloomfield Democrat urges Oscar to study Washington affairs and stop dodging the district’s voters. The paper notes that he has asked for support many times and risks facing constituents over his congressional record.
The speaker criticizes Oscar for lobbying in the legislature to alter the district rather than engaging with key questions before Congress. He argues Oscar cannot be re elected from the current district and is seeking to distance himself from the voters who elected him.
The congressman elect concentrates on crafting a bill to redraw the district from Indianapolis. The Senate has rejected one proposal and he now pushes another in the House to alter the district to a Republican one.
The governor pushes back against measures expanding appointive authority, arguing they dilute public control. He warns that more laws are created by commissions to empower officials who build political machines rather than serve the people.
A call urges Greene county farmers to form a farm loan club to access Eastern loans. Many hold five year loans that are renewed. collateral allows abundant funds. Daviess county already organized a club with $39,300 subscribed, aiming to secure mid March. Members may borrow up to 50 percent of land value and up to 20 percent of improvements. Investigate for details.
The speaker accuses Economy Jim Goodrich of pledging tax relief and fewer officers while advancing administration bills backed by the Governor. The measures purportedly strip local electors and authorities of powers, consolidating control under the Governor to serve personal ambition and remove Jim Watson.
A critical critique denounces proposed bills granting the Governor authority to appoint Attorney General replacements during appeals, compel impeachment actions, centralize taxing power in Indianapolis, and set salaries, warning of a dangerous shift from local to centralized control and likening it to Napoleon-era domination.
George Bender Taylor died last Friday Feb. 9 son of Silas and Elizabeth Taylor born Oct 29 1854 on the family farm He married Alice Carver March 23 1881 Worthington Ind Their son Vaughn and his wife and two grandchildren survive along with two aunts two uncles and a nephew The late educator taught in Highland and Richland townships and remained devoted to guiding children toward better lives through practical, memorable lessons.
A poem by W. R. Rose in Cleveland Plain Dealer honors a revered figure. It speaks of a glowing, righteous man whose name endures beyond hunger, hardship, and shadow. The verses elevate a solitary sainted fame inscribed in light despite public shunning.
The obituary honors a progressive, helpful figure active in the Farmers Institutes who offered sound advice and supported his family and community. It notes his influence on a fostered son, his lifelong dedication to betterment, and his personal faith without formal church membership, ending with reflections on life and mortality.
George Washington born February 22 1752 in Westmoreland Virginia rose from surveyor to general and first president. He led Continental armies to victory at independence and established the republic retiring to Mount Vernon before his death in 1799 saying It is well.
James S. Whitaker, born March 10 1867, died February 9 1917 at age 49. He married Julia Miller December 9 1890 and leaves seven children Eva Kathryn Grace David John Hazel Gary. interment at Scotland cemetery. Funeral held at Scotland church. mother Catherine Whitaker and widow Julia mourn. Katherine Long dies at 86 from pneumonia after measles. services at Ashcraft home and Flynn cemetery.
South Bloomfield residents share weekend visits with relatives in Bloomington and surrounding towns. Blanche Moffett visits her aunt, Ada Boswell travels to Chicago, and Cyrus Parker hosts at his home. Muterspaugh and Dowden families share Sunday dinners as illnesses ease and residents relocate to Bloomington.
A brief item notes J I Case and Gale corn planters operating in Spooner and Hays. Local agricultural firms showcase corn planting equipment and services for the season.
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