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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1900
Page
2
Local editor notes speakers and candidates for President Bryan and Stevenson with state and county tickets. Voters urged to support Cyrus E. Davis, Andrew Bucher, J. D. Haseman and other Democratic nominees, ending with calls to vote early next Tuesday.
A political appeal argues the 1900 election pits Republic against Empire. It urges readers to vote against imperial forces in the Philippines, defend freedom, and support Bryan against McKinley while stressing trust regulation and national unity.
A political appeal urges Democrats and supporters of the constitutional form of government to vote early. It cautions against delaying to avoid possible hindrances and advises casting ballots in the morning to ensure the vote is completed and on the mind.
A column urges a vote next Tuesday between Bryan and McKinley, arguing the choice hinges on broad principles. Bryan stands for liberty and republican ideals, while McKinley is portrayed as favoring government by force and a retreat from those principles.
The article urges unity for the Democratic cause and predicts a landslide for William J. Bryan, anticipating Indiana's vote next Tuesday and a gain of two to three congressmen. It notes rising opposition to imperialism and trusts, and calls supporters to ensure a fair vote and an increased majority for R. W. Miers.
Election officers and Committeemen must ensure only legal voters cast ballots. Verify each voter's precinct residency and age, enforce the law against attempts to vote fraud. The National Committee pledges support to protect a honest poll in Indiana.
At the monthly meeting of the ministers of the Christian church in Indianapolis on Monday a political poll was taken. Wooley led with 12 votes, Bryan had 1, McKinley 0, and Non committal 3. Four years earlier McKinley had near unanimous support.
The Bloomfield Democrat argues for a non partisan, integrity driven choice for Indiana’s next Representative. It stresses the office impact on daily life, notes future Senate holdovers and nonpartisan duties, and urges candidates to prove fitness with integrity experience and public benefit expertise.
The article explains ballot layout with party devices at the top of each ticket. It notes the Democratic rooster and Republican eagle icons, and that the Democratic ticket appears in the first column with the Republican in the second.
The sample ballot lists Joan C. Lawler as the Democratic nominee for Lieutenant Governor. The data is presented for voter guidance in the upcoming election.
The text outlines steps for casting ballots using a blue pencil, with strict rules on whether to vote straight or split tickets, how to mark circles and squares, and prohibitions on mutilation, outside ballots, and conversations. It also explains procedures for illiterate voters, obtaining new ballots, and specific guidance for constitutional amendments on white tickets.
Senator Beveridge, amid reporters and a Republican figure, warned in Denison hotel lobby that Bryan will sweep the country next Tuesday. He cited a fear of political defeat and recounted remarks about a Vevey meeting, claiming he will go to a land where Democrats favor Jackson and Republicans race forward.
The report recaps Senator Scott of West Virginia at a Fifth Avenue Hotel quest in New York, echoing the 1884 Burchard rally. Scott, Hanna’s East campaign representative, proclaims trust support while warning of press quotes. The piece argues trusts will grow if McKinley wins and vows Republican defense of trusts.
The Ohio Republican Committee is accused of sending opposing litera ture to different groups. Catholics receive messages praising McKinley and promising church protection in the Philippines while A P A members see attacks on Catholics and Protestants at odds. Archbishop Ireland is cited as supporting McKinley.
The piece describes documents alleged to be issued under church sanction, and an A P A confrontation detailing accusations against the Catholic Church. It accuses Republican headquarters of distributing misleading materials and questions voters' trust in the party amid claims of unwritten history and Papal orders to Arch bishop Ireland.
At a Fifth Avenue Hotel dinner in New York Roosevelt and GOP figures attended. Senator Scott of West Virginia praised trusts, citing Standard Oil as a key factor in national prosperity. The remark sparked alarm among observers and was reportedly suppressed by press managers and the Associated Press.
The passage urges every American to vote for Bryan, claiming he upholds patriotism and the nation’s founding fathers while opposing trusts and imperial greed. It contrasts Bryan’s values with McKinley’s alleged surrender to commercial interests and the Philippines. It concludes no American should hesitate on voting choice.
Democrats of Greene county urge voters to come out early to the polls and affirm liberty and human rights as the country faces a critical moment in the cause of freedom.
An 19th century advertorial notes false disease cures with Hood's Sarsaparilla claiming to improve the blood and system defenses. It describes a tired, headache prone woman who improved after using three bottles, framing illness as bad blood and cheerful vitality as the result.
Fred Trennett, the Greer township precinct No 1 inspector, says a prominent Republican offered him $75 to falsify returns. He denounced the bribe, calling it a mere feeler and not for sale. The incident was reported to Sentinel reporters in Evansville Indiana.
Ex-President Cleveland, in an interview, predicts a landslide for Bryan the morning after the election. He cites union labor and traveling salesmen as Bryan supporters and criticizes McKinley managers for underestimating the political climate. He defends banker Joe Moss against attacks, calling him kind and reputable.
Geor E Cravens guarantees Chamberlains Cough Remedy with money back if not satisfied after two thirds used. Claims it treats la grippe cough colds croup and whooping cough and may prevent pneumonia. Odgers Frostburg Me cites kidney relief from Foley's Kidney Cure after two bottles.
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