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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1900
Page
2
Bloomfield Democrat supporter Moss claims a large share of Martin county delegates over Miers. Across other counties Vincennes and Bedford papers note Knox county opposition and anticipated candidates while Martin county honors Lincoln’s birthday and Moss secures two thirds of Martin’s congressional delegation.
The Republican state convention has been called for April 25 and 26. Delegates will gather to nominate candidates and discuss party platform. Officials expect participation from key party figures and local chapters across the state.
Jefferson argues that true independence can only be achieved through the active involvement and consent of the people. He stresses communal responsibility and the central role of citizens in shaping a free republic.
Sullivan County Democrats nominate a county ticket today in a Wednesday primary election and settle the judge contest.
Jefferson declares support for free commerce with all nations, political connections with none, and minimal diplomatic establishment. The stance emphasizes economic openness while avoiding formal alliances or entangling commitments.
Jefferson states that the deepest American principle should be opposition to conquest and expansion. He asserts a moral stance against pursuing military domination.
Jefferson asserts two maxims: avoid entangling with Europe and resist European meddling in transatlantic affairs. The quotes reflect a philosophy of nonintervention and caution toward European influence.
Jefferson argues that appointing honest men as judges is not enough because all minds are influenced by personal interests and such bias can unconsciously warp judgment. He cautions that impartiality is strained by financial and other pressures.
J. E. Bunt urges both parties to re-nominate the current county council to aid taxpayers. He notes the office pays nothing and predicts no candidate will canvass. The Democrat party appears likely to endorse the proposal.
The Martin County Tribune reports on the recent Democratic convention. A large delegation led by Capt. J. J. Valer and Congressman Miers' private secretary supported Moss. The paper notes a flat adjournment motion kept all delegates aligned for Moss, with Moss winning a majority of votes.
Jefferson states that every person and every group on earth holds the power of self rule. Individuals use their will, while groups act by majority, as the natural law governing all human societies.
In Vincennes Sun terms, Mr. Miers long urged securing a post office for the community. He delayed three years before acting and only moved once Knox County’s renomination prospects dimmed, showing political calculation over timely effort.
The township trustees through their official organ plan to void November elections for their successors and push for April votes. If they succeed they argue successors cannot be elected in April and must wait for the next general election.
The letter critiques Congressman Miers for delaying a Vincennes public building bill. It argues he should have introduced it at the start of his term and urges immediate, persistent effort to press the measure through with Mr. Moss to finish, ensuring action without a three year wait.
The Des Moines address argues the Chicago platform stays intact but new issues may be added without apologizing for past fights. Bryan predicts the Republican party will dissolve once Democratic principles are enacted and power shifts to the Democrats.
Editorial argues passage of the financial bill strengthens Democrats for the next election. It claims the bill ends the 1896 bimetallist coalition, shifts gold standard support away from McKinley, and leaves room for dissident Democrats and Bryan supporters to unite on issues beyond money.
An old advertisement extols Dr Cadwell's Syrup Pepsin as a safe pleasant remedy for digestion constipation and stomach troubles. The copy mocks various ailments and claims quick relief and promises trial bottles at 10 cents and larger sizes through Geo. E. Cravens.
The Official Citizen questions the legality of township trustee and assessor elections this year citing 1893 and 1897 acts. Supreme court opinions are quoted suggesting elections may be invalid until four years hence. Attorneys note lack of valid election law beyond the 1889 act and urge Trustees' Association clarity. Census implications loom for Indiana politics and representation.
The Bloomington Progress notes Democrats push for Judge Bob Miers as a possible governor candidate. Colleagues James Murdock and John Stoll have long sounded support, with strong backing expected at the State convention. The report argues Miers could secure the nomination on the first ballot.
A Shelby North Carolina woman, after seven years of illness, credits Dr King's New Discovery for consumption with saving her life. She slept after the first dose and notes complete relief after two bottles. Trial bottles are free at J B Stalcup's drug store, with regular sizes 50 cents and 1.00 and a guarantee.
A county official urges the state fee and salary commission to bar county officers from collecting fees. He proposes a new office to collect fees and remit them to the county treasury, with salaries paid quarterly from existing funds. He argues the change would free officers to focus on duties without extra cost, amid complaints of heavy work in gas belt counties and long hours for auditors and deputies.
Renick Hamilton of West Jefferson Ohio suffered rectal fistula for eighteen months. Doctors said he would die without a costly operation. He reportedly cured himself using five boxes of Bucklen's Arnica Salve, advertised as the surest pile cure, at 25 cents a box sold by J. B. Stalcup.
An eminent physician urges that no person should drink tea or coffee until age 18. He argues that these beverages unduly excite the nervous system in youths and harm the digestive organs.
An advertisement touts Warner’s White Wine of Tar Syrup as a guaranteed remedy for La Grippe. It promises cure in 24 hours for the illness and relief for coughing that follows, with a price listed at 25 cents and 50 cents.
The government announces postage stamp books designed for pocket carry with interleaved paper to prevent sticking. Each book will include stamps with values of 1, 10, 25 and 50 dollars.
A February notice touts Dr Cadwell's Syrup Pepsin as a remedy claimed to aid digestion. George E Cravens promotes the product and invites readers to consider it for indigestion relief.
The Second district splits over anti-Miers efforts as William Moss, Bloomfield Democrat editor, campaigns against Congressman Robert W. Miers. Moss claims to have captured nine of ten Martin county delegates and circulates cards alleging Miers’s nomination reasons from 1896. The piece notes intra-party strife and local political maneuvering in Loogoore’s and Shoals’ gatherings.
Marion Bohley returns from Arkansas. James Wakefield relocates to Stockton township from Yeoman farm. Mrs Mary Terhune sick with lung fever. Mrs Sarah McConnell dies suddenly at 72, funeral in Switz City. Nine Mile district plans a literary entertainment. Dr John O Haver attends funeral. Community notes on visits, sicknesses, and social events fill the week.
The ad touts Dr King's New Life Pills as a stomach and liver remedy that creates a strong appetite, improves digestion, and promotes regular bodily health. Price is 25 cents at J. B. Stalcup's drug store.
An advertisement claims a cough remedy named Consumption Cure-Warner’s White Wine Tar Syrup cures a cold in one day if taken in time. It cites pricing 95 and 50 cta. and positions the product as the best on earth.
An old advertisement promises a one hundred dollar reward for an incurable case of catarrh and endorses Hall's Catarrh Cure and Hall's Family Pills. It lists F. J. Cheney & Co and Toledo wholesalers as the firm, with testimonials offered free and the cure sold by all druggists. The date is given only as February.
Camp Branch residents report Frank Hanson on the sick list. Bertha Kindred, noted for looks, visited Newark Saturday. Ed Minks and wife visited their parents over the weekend. Jake and Jim McDaniel were seen at the north pole Sunday evening. Ottie Nation and Anna Edwards were seen on the streets last week. Dan McDaniel spent Tuesday at Newark. Charley Ritter of Friendship is buying timber locally. Mr. Kindred and wife were on the Branch Sunday. Willie Henderson, candidate for assessor, was seen on Thursday. John Wadkins passed through town en route to Bill McDaniel's. Susie McDaniel visited Kindred's on Sunday.
Dr. D B Cargile of Washita I T reports four bottles of Electric Bitters cured Mrs. Brewer of scrofula after years of suffering. The remedy is described as a blood purifier and treatment for eczema tetter salt rheum ulcers boils and more. Priced at 50 cents and sold by J B Stalcup with a guarantee.
Deans Lloyd Wright and family visited A. J. Dickey's Sunday. Morton Dobbins made a business trip to Bloomfield Wednesday. Jacob Brannon was in town last week. Eli Mullin looked after a saw mill purchase interest. Harvey Miller visited relatives in Newberry last week. Alda Cunningham is staying.
B S Edwards, publisher of The Review Wyant Illinois, recounts severe lung cough in early October 1896 that nearly became consumption. After trying local doctor care, he used Chamberlains Cough Remedy and three bottles restored his lungs. Sold by Geo E Cravens February.
The column records local politics with Peter M. Stone re elected as north Taylor committee man and mentions candidates and civic activity in Greene and Taylor townships. It notes social events at Bloomfield and Shoals, church and lodge attendance, and a considerable description of the bluffs near Francis Coley with cave features and local scenery. Also included is an advertising testimonial for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy.
In Beech Creek township near Richland Creek the Indian Bluffs rise about one hundred feet. An old Indian trail once ran along the bluffs and near them stand ruins of an early mill said to be built by Moses Coley.
Scribe reports illnesses and illnesses in the community. Ella Reed Mary Waggoner and Ona Ashcraft a list of sick residents. Chas Berlin moves to Limestone. Wilford Reed and Simon Reed plan to crop west of the river. Rev Woods and Jonesboro meetings. J W Carr visits sick mother and presents carnations to Ona Ashcraft. A neighbor expresses disapproval of snooping. Mrs. Fred Ashcraft thanks neighbors for help during Ona’s sickness. Dr Caldwell’s Syrup advertised by Geo E Cravens.
County Commissioners and County Auditor Smith reach an arrangement to test reform law limits on making or paying out appropriations for county charities and benevolences. The plan calls for approved bills, formal auditor refusal on warrants, then a friendly mandamus suit to compel action. Indianapolis Sentinel.
An old advertisement touts Warner's White Wine of Tar Syrup as the best cough remedy on earth, priced at 25 and 50 cents. The line invites readers to try the product as a cure for a cold in a single day.
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