Democrats Reorganize Greene County Central Committee Meeting
The Greene County Democratic meeting at Bloomfield on February 22 reorganized the central committee. Rules set primary on March 10 with voters in each precinct voting by tied ballot under a canvassing board to certify results and select delegates to the state convention.
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Puranant
Cent Ee
Bloomfield Eday
George E E.en
Gilbert H. Hendr
Eimereon Short
Congress
Greene County
Cam 6
John Venga
Ion Eld i
Rks
Equay
Bloomfield
Coun
Greene
Greene County Democrats Form Strong Precinct Committee
The report lists a vigorous local party structure with George Endres as chairman Gilbert Hendren secretary Emerson Short treasurer and outlines precinct officers across Richland Northeast Highland Bevoh Creek Center East Jackson Taylor Cass Stafford Washington Bloomer Stockton Stockton Wright Smith Jefferson Fairplay Grant and others. The Republican officers are noted as solidly prepared.
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Richland
Bloomfield
Taylor
Scotland
Mineral City
Cass
Newberry
Jackson
Owensburg
Koeen
Center
Combs
Beech Creek
Dilley
Highland
Oilvertville
Fairplay
Switz City
Robert
Smith
Lincoln
Wright
Stockton
Linton
Jefferson
Worthington
Washington
Lyons
Grant
Greene County
George KE. Endres
Gilbert H. Hendren
Emerson Short
George Kidd
W. V. Moffett
D.M. Byrun
E. Dixon
Perry McIntoeth
Ben Owens
Bevoh Creek
Eaat
Will Gray Weat
Boot Emerson
Staling Hudson
Nathan Oliiver
Frank Bridwell
Weat
Allen Wright
Peter M. Stone
Mart McIntosh
William Neff
Stafford
E. R. Cravens
Philbert Fry
South
William Powell
James 8
Gentry
Jeferson
Riley Nations
Weet
Z. P. East
Robert B. Evans
Kast
David Rollison
John W. Ixerd
Joe Grace
Official Ballots Ready for Greene County Primary
Greene county prepares official ballots for the March 10 1900 primary election to ensure secrecy. Candidates desiring their names printed must submit written authorization by March 8 1900. ballots will be printed March 9 and mailed March 10 with only approved names.
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Greene County
George E. Enpnes
Greene County Democrat appeals for primary support March 10
A Greene County candidate appeals to fellow Democrats to vote in the March 10 primary for Congress. He claims to be the county’s only native candidate and urges neighbors to read and spread his message, denying opposition rumors and stressing loyalty to the party.
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Greene County
County Central Committee
Miers
Monroe County
Congress
Democratic Party
Objections to Moss Answered in Greene County Letter
A Cincinnati letter signed by Emil Dagley critiqued Robert W. Miers and defended Moss as a candidate. It argued the east Greene county Democrats prefer fair play, decried bias, and questioned Miers while praising Moss’s long party service and past interactions with Davis. The piece also discusses the upcoming Democratic National Convention and Jefferson’s legacy.
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Cincinnati
Emil Dagley
Democrary
Robert W. Miers
Kentucky
Center Township
Friends of Democracy
Greene County
Moss
Miers
Senator Carr
Cleveland
West
Cyrus E Davis
Congress
Bloomfield News
Mr. Davis
Mr. Moss
Washington
Democrats
Indiana
Davis
Davie
Mr. Miers
McKinley
Republic
Call for Primary Election in Greene County March 10 1900
Notice announces a Greene County primary to select Democratic nominees for U S representative and prosecuting attorney. Polls open 1 to 4 pm for registered Democratic voters. Official ballots will be used and distributed. rules published elsewhere. Gevcree E. Expres, Chairman. Gitsxrt H. HEnpzein, Sec'y.
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Democratic Party
Greene County
Congress
Gevcree E. Expres
Gitsxrt
H. Henpzein
Sec’y
Helping the Democrats Along
Indianapolis News criticizes Republicans for subsidy schemes Puerto Rico taxation tweet tariffs on the island and admits Quay to the Senate while avoiding trust questions. The piece accuses them of bowing to bimetallism in the financial bill and seeks to boost Democratic capital.
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Indianapolis News
Puerto Rico
Senate
Kansas City Wins Democratic National Convention Host
Kansas City will host the Democratic National Convention with July 4 as the gathering date. The event plans to reaffirm the Declaration of Independence and add new elements. W. J. Bryen is slated to become the Thomas Jefferson of the new declaration.
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United States
Thomas Jefferson
Kansas City
W. J. Bryen
Republicans Push Free Trade on Democratic Platform
Republicans are widening the push for free trade as they advocate the policy on the Democratic platform, noting this is part of their usual pattern of activity.
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Indianapolis News
Rep
Legislative candidates urged to favor character over influence
A Indianapolis News editorial warns voters to elect legislators of integrity and ability, not those with pulls or loyalties to interest groups. It urges scrutiny of nominees, notes party managers push machine politics, and stresses the duty of the people to choose qualified, reform-minded candidates.
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Indianapolis
Indianapolis News
Indiana
Puerto Rico tariff debate echoed in Indianapolis opinion
The piece questions Congress power and wisdom to grant a special tariff for Puerto Rico while asking why New Mexico would not receive similar treatment. It argues Puerto Ricans can fund schools and roads themselves, questioning Payne's revenue rationale and asking what the islanders think about the tariff.
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Indianapolis
Congress
Puerto Rico
New Mexico
Indiana
Oklahoma
Prices Rise Across Home Goods in Prosperity Era
Retailers mark up home articles as cottons, dress materials, and notions surge. Plain muslins, sheets, wash goods, and percales see 25 percent increases. spool cotton and threads rise sharply. Raw silks up 30 to 34 percent. brooms, tinware, and house furnishings jump 33 to 50 percent. Carpets 20 percent higher with further increases expected as fashions shift.
Advances in Twine and Farm Implements Raise Prices Across The Board
Dealers report strong demand and rising costs for binder twine and farm implements compared to 1899. Pure sisal twine now 25 to 28 percent higher, Manila hemp 40 to 45 percent higher, and combination grades up less. Steel and iron costs drive implement prices 16 to 20 percent higher as farmers, with cash readily available, buy earlier and in larger amounts. The piece questions the broader impact on a populace facing higher living costs and stagnant wages.
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Mexico
Central America
Phillipine Islands
Indianapolis News
Remedy for Tar Syrup Cures Grippe Cough in 24 Hours
Advertises Warner's White Wine of Tar Syrup as a universal cure for a terrible disease and La Grippe. Claims complete cure within 24 hours when used thoroughly and timely. Sold at 25 and 50 cents. tf
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Warner
Salaries Up But Counties Stand to Gain More
The state fee and salary commission aims to raise county salaries while increasing fee collection. Counties may benefit from larger incomes as officers earn based on fees, though many counties rely on property warrants for higher pay. It is believed only about two thirds of state taxes are actually collected.
Electric Bitters Save Philadelphia Man's Life
John Oliver of Philadelphia recounts a grim illness with jaundiced skin and sunken eyes. After three physicians gave up, a friend advised Electric Bitters. one bottle brought swift improvement and three weeks cured him, claim prompting sale at J. B. Stalcup's drug store for 650 cents.
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John Oliver
Philadelphia
J. B. Stalcup
Railroads pressure on ICC powers in Congress
The Indianapolis News notes Republican allies in Washington face railroads fighting a bill to grant greater ICC power and threatening to withhold campaign contributions if their demands are not met.
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Indianapolis
Washington
Interstate Commerce Commission
Republican statesmen face growing public scrutiny
Fragmentary text notes the influence of political actors and the sense that Republican figures endure increasing annoyance from critics. The chaotically worded lines suggest commentary on political dynamics and reputational pressure without specific events.
Sullivan County Primary Winners Named in Democratic Nomination
The Sullivan county and township officers primary elected strong nominees including Ira H. Larr for Representative Orion B. Harris for Judge Albert Hazelrigg for Treasurer John S. Dudley for Sheriff Manford Chestain for Surveyor and Francis E. Walford as County Assessor.
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Sullivan County
Sullivan Democratic
Ira H. Larr
Orion B. Harris
Albert Hazelrigg
John S. Dudley
Manford Chestain
Francis E. Wal
Dr King’s New Discovery Cures Longstanding Cough
Annie Springer of Philadelphia reports a dramatic cure from a hacking cough after trying Dr King’s New Discovery. She claims it relieved chest pain and restored sleep she could scarcely remember, urging others to try the remedy priced 50 cents and 1 dollar with guaranteed trial bottles.
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Annie E. ‘Springer
Oward Street
Philadelphia
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