Republican candidates field broad but unclear in county race
Republican contenders for county offices begin to surface as an active campaign takes shape. For representative names include Wilbur A. Hays and Alf M. Beasley. for treasurer J E Shryer Eneas W Carpenter and W J Hamilton. for sheriff candidates include M G Watson Chat Landaum Harve Coen and others across Grant Richland Beech Creek and surrounding townships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilbur A. Hays
Henry Williams
Worthington
Alf. M. Beasley
Linton
Jo E. Shryer
Eneas W. Carpenter
Bloomfield
W. J. Hamilton
M. G. Watson
Chat Landaum
Wright Township
Harve Coen
Asbury Moore
Ben Baker
Grant Township
W. W. Edington
Fairplay Township
Robert Thompson
John Huffman
Richland
W. W. Weaver
Beech Creek
E. Crecelius
Stafford Township
McIntosh Nominated for Indiana State Superintendent
The Owen county superintendent Con McIntosh seeks the Democratic nomination for state superintendent of public instruction. The Lafayette Journal endorses him as an avowed candidate with strong support from educators and county officials, predicting nomination by acclamation and a courageous, sensible administration for Indiana education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Con. McIntosh
Owen County
Lafayette Journal
McIntosh
Sencer
County Superintendents’ Association
Indiana
Department of Public Instruction
Greene county Democrats back Parks Martin for district chairman
Worthington Times notes Greene county delegates chose Parks Martin over W. M. Moss and George Tharp, citing perceived party principles and opposition to Tharp as an expansionist. Owen county offered no promises, while Moss argued Tharp’s leadership and Martin’s tenure. The piece insists the vote reflects conscientious convictions, not quirks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greene County
Parks Martin
Owen County
Miers
W. M. Moss
Bloomfield
Tharp
Bro. Moss
Worthington Times
Mr. Tharp
Congress
Moss Wan
Martin
The
Henderson elected GOP chairman sparks doodle campaign
The election of Hon. Chas. E. Henderson as chairman of the Republican committee signals a doodle campaign. It notes that buying votes was unlawful, yet Charley defended those charged with vote buying when it remained illegal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. E. Henderson
Republican Committee
Charley
Indiana voters urged to engage in primaries and confront trusts
The piece argues that party reorganization meetings in Indiana politics corrupt and disenfranchise the mass of voters. It warns farmers and workers about tax burdens from trusts, urges participation in primaries and conventions, and urges voting against the Republican party to curb tax gains and bad governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Hoe
Trusts and anti trust planks in 1900 campaign
The piece accuses Mark Hanna and the Republican ticket of hypocrisy on trust policy. It claims Hanna supports trusts and that McKinley’s presidency benefited from them, arguing anti trust rhetoric will be a false political ploy in 1900. It names Judge Nash and notes rising trust power in campaigns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hanna
New York
Ohio
Iowa
William McKinley
United States
Judge Nash
Arkon
Nash
Mark Hanna
McKinley Hanna
Consumption Cure Warmer’s White Wine of Tar Syrup Ad
An advertisement touts a cough remedy described as the best on earth that cures a cold in one day when taken promptly. It promotes 25 and 50 cent bottle sizes and emphasizes quick relief. The tone mirrors late 19th to early 20th century patent medicine copy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warner
Moss Reflects on Second District Nomination Controversy
Worthington Times says Bro Moss of the Democrat contends he was swindled out of the congress nomination by high handed tactics but will still back the party. He honors Democratic principles while noting bad acts by many politicians across parties and vows to remain loyal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bro. Moss
Congress
Moas
Worthington Times
Moss
Bloomfield Officials and a Call for Reform
Bloomfield residents are urged to elect a stronger administration with a capable marshal and essential upgrades. The town board is praised for three prudent citizens, while criticism targets patronage shifts to the News office and questions past picks for leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bloomfield
Bloomfield News
Knox County Backing Caanpter for Democratic Nomination
H Caanpter, editor of the Bickner Beacon, seeks the Democratic nomination for representative at Knox county convention. He is described as a bright, enthusiastic young Democrat. Supportive figures include Mr Chandler in the house and Hon Royal E Purcell in the Senate to guard Knox county's interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. C. Caanpter
Bickner Beacon
Knox County
Chandler
Royal E. Purcell
Warner's White Wine of Tar Syrup Price List
A historic advert promotes Warner's White Wine of Tar Syrup as a beat cough remedy priced at 25 and 50 cents. The copy touts the product as a universal cough medicine.
Greene County Weekly Notes and Local Tidbits
A roundup of local happenings in Greene County including travel to town and church, farm activity, visits among residents, weddings hinted, illnesses listed, and attendees at social and religious events. Notable names include Slinkard, Combs, Killinger, Shertzer, Moffett, Gordon, Pestnel, Demundrum, and others across nearby towns such as Switz City Bloomfield Tulip Campground and Allen Chapel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harley Bays
Pleasantridge
Eva Killinger
Sven
Tulip
Grant Gordon
Bloomfield
Allen Chapel
Win
Burch
Theodore Shertzer
Heatonridge
Walter Strickland
Charley Moffett
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Surges in Local Sales
Pierson drug store manager Martin reports a strong run on Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. Five bottles sold for every other kind, with rapid relief for cough sore throat and lungs. Local buyers express great satisfaction and growing sales through January.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin
Pierson Drug Store
Chamberlain
Chicago
Annie KE. Springer
Howard At
Philadelphi
Dr. King
J. B. Starcups Drug Store
Hall's Catarrh Cure Promises Cure for Catarrh
Readers learn Hall's Catarrh Cure claims a universal cure for catarrh with a constitutional approach. The ad asserts the remedy works by affecting blood and mucous surfaces and offers a $100 reward for any case not cured. Includes testimonials and Toledo address. Also promotes Hall's Family Pills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
Protracted M E Meeting Concludes Amid Local News
Owensburg reports Aunt Tid Norris ill while George Gastineau suffers rheumatism. Several locals visit the tunnel Sunday. George Terrel of Martin County dines with Oscar Fields. James McDonald family plans Limestone move. Howard Fields from Bedford visits his sick sister. Kyla Rush, four, ill with chest cold but improving. Three tunnel injuries including Alfred Miller head cut Otis Noel crushed shoulder blade. A Koleen man injured by car gash. Dr C K Cook of Greenville endorses Syrup Pepsin. Geo I S Cravens sells it. jan
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E. Church
George Gastineau
George Terrel
Martin County
Oscar Fields
Howard Fields
Bedford
Kyla
D. B. Rush
Alfred Miller
Otis Noel
Koleen
Dodge
Greenville
Mr. C. KE
Geo. Is, Cravens, Druggiet
Jan
Neighbors note farm, road, and meeting updates
Oliver Thomas raised a neat barn last Tuesday. Thomas Barker is out of his room again after a few days confinement. Mrs. Cintha Autrey is back at work. Hog cholera returns to the local hogs and gravel roads are nearly impassable. Many youths attend the M I church protracted meeting in Newberry. Andrew Autrey and Columbus Burnett were injured by a falling limb. Anna Ketcham and Alva R. Thomas move around school duties during her absence. Ruben Borter plans spring move and welcomes the new neighbors to the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oliver Thomas
Thomas Barker
Cintha Autrey
Andrew Autrey
Columbus Burnett
Burnett
Anna Ketcham
Bedford
Alva R. Thomas
Misa Ketcham
Ruben Borter
B. B. Ketcham
Mr. Borter
Keep your system open to prevent colds
If you are subject to colds the best safeguard is an open and perfect condition of the system. Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin is pleasant to take like maple syrup and is the most effective stomach remedy. Trial sizes 10c large sizes 50c and 1 At Geo E Cravens druggist Janu
Local Visitors Reported Around Scotland and Surrounding Areas
Barton Jeffries visited a location on Friday. Peter Hasler was seen in a place as Asie Inman traveled to Scotland on Saturday. FP. B. Gassett and Oscar Summerville appeared in Scotland Saturday. Sadie Geddes remains in poor health. Oliver Geddes and mother went to Scotland Saturday. G. W. Martindale went to Ko reen last week. Alfred Isenogle and father in this place Saturday. Alice Martindale staying with Wm. Gedies. Samuel Martindale attended the institute at Scotland Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barton Jeffries
Peter Hasler
Asie Inman
Scotland
B. Gassett
Oscar Summerville
Sadie Geddes
Oliver Geddes
G. W. Martindale
Koreen
Alfred Isenogle
Alice Martindale
Cough Remedy Praised For Croup Prevention And Cure
A local note mentions visitors from Elnora and Illinois with statements endorsing Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as a universal cure for croup. M W Fisher of Liberty West Virginia corroborates its effectiveness and lifelong use. The remedy is sold by Divorge E Cravens in January.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Chamberlain
M. W. Fisher
Liberty
W. Va
Divorge
Local Notices and Social Rounds Report
Aaron Combs and wife visited J. J. Martindale one day last Ira McDonald has gone to fight for Uncle Sam. Gracie Aland of Cincinnati visited friends. Jane Martindale visited daughter Stella Mays. Joe Quimby’s baby was very sick. Correction: it was Logan John, not Logan White, in a Bodwell quarrel. Schools dismissed Friday for Republicans township committeemen meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aaron Combs
J. J. Martindale
Ira McDonald
Sam
Gracie Aland
Cincinnati
Jane Martindale
Stella Mays
Joe Quimby
Logan John
Bodwell
Logan White
Remarkable Recovery After Electric Bitters Endorsed
John Oliver of Philadelphia recounts a near fatal illness with yellowing skin and feverish symptoms. After doctors gave up, a friend urged Electric Bitters. one bottle sparked improvement, three weeks restored health, and Oliver credits the remedy with saving his life. Sold for 50 cents at J B Starcups Drug Store with guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Oliver
Philadelphia
Sqcts
J.B. Starcups
Republicans Organize Graham Faction in County Meeting
The Republicans of all county precincts met last Friday to elect precinct chairmen and form a county committee. Henderson was chosen chairman with Hunt as vice chair and Templeton secretary, Adams treasurer. The turnout favored Henderson 22 to 10 over Van Buskirk amid barrelling references to Graham bossism. Extensive precinct lists follow with names across NICHLAND through WASHINGTON and neighboring townships. A testimonial for Dr King’s New Discovery concludes this item.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thas
Graham
Chas. Ek. Henderson
Thos. van Buskirk
van Buskirk
Mr. Henderson
Chas
Henderson
Horatio Hunt
Mark Templeton
Curtis W. Adams
Drocrat
Moss & Bayse Feed and Sale Stable Ad
Moss and Bayse advertise horse and mule care at their stable on the south side of the Poor Wremahe feeder. Jervina Moss and Bayak Prope are named in the notice as operators offering feed and care services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bloomfield
Moss & Bayse
Wremahe
Jervina Moss
Bau Bayak
Prope
Also Mentioned on This Page
Indianapolis Press
Republican Party
Cincinnatti Enquirer
Dr. Acton
Ammon Collings
Tuesaday
Farmer
the Cross Roads
Mr. Quimby
Herbert Slinkard
Switz City
Clarence Westmorland
Reuben Shertzer
Kile Shertzer
George B. Taylor
Campsround
Wm Cook
Fount Brinson
Switz
Lillie Combs
J. R. Combs
Happy Hollow
Darling Combs
Lyons
J.R. Combs
Aaron
George Slinkard
Herb Slinkard
Newsom
Pierce Slinkard
Nell
William Collins
Jane Hardesty
A. P. Slinkard
Washington
Wm. Pestnel
Minnie Killinger
Cora Frater
Campground
Minnie Johnson
Danville
Ill
Violet Shertzer
Estella Shepherd
F. M. Demundrum
Democrat
Bloomfield Democrat
Ore Year
Indianapolis Weekly Sentinel
Farm Journal Four Ears
Farm Journal
Ind
St. Louis
Republic
Cincinnati Enquirer
Chamber
Owensburg
Tid Norris
James McDonald
Limestone
M. I
Newberry
Deans
Elnora
Kentucky
Jacob Brannon
Godfrey Hostettler
Illinois
Sunny Point
Graham Faction
Nichland
N. W
N. E
Taylor
North
Wam
B. Huffman
Soutt
R. J. Laughlin
Cass
West David Mille
David H Bagel
Jackson
Horace Ferguson
E. W. Edington
Clyde Yoho
Asbury Fry
Frank Watkins
Robert Wilson
Highland
James Neil
South
Calvin L. Figg
Fairplay
David Hunter
Wtight
Oscar Saucerman
Stockton
West
Eraatus Price
S. W
Jease Warrick
Lome I. Sherwood
Harry Hunt
Geo. D. Clayton
George Hanter
W. T. Mortland
Stanley O’ Haver
Jefferson, North
I. F. Haxton
Cash M. Justus
Anthon Palmer
Grant
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