Bloomfield Democrat Census Notes and 1900 Election Gleanings
The Bloomfield Democrat reports Linton population 3071 from the census and notes the state’s Republican gain of 22 000 to 26 000. It cites McKinley wins in Greene County by eleven and questions state treasury balance at 371 055 59 dollars. It observes Washington and Minnesota elected Democratic governors despite McKinley wins and asks why the defeat occurred, blaming insufficient votes.
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Dem carries new Tax Board member in Indiana
Parks M. Martin of the Democratic State Central Committee was appointed by Governor Mount to the Board of Tax Commissioners, succeeding Thomas B. Buskirk of Paoli.
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Greene County Democrats Elect Full Ticket and Most Trustees
The Greene County Democratic Party elected its full county ticket and twelve of fifteen Trustees in a decisive victory. Commentators congratulate the party on the strong showing and organized support across the county.
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Greene County
McKinley Victory and Party Gains Reported by The Sentinel
The Sentinel reports 58 Republicans 28 Democrats 9 independents in the Senate and 292 Republicans 147 Democrats 8 doubtful in the House. Miers re elected in his district with a large majority. local counties show mixed returns. England rejoices over McKinley victory with strong British press approval. distrust of trusts and fears of Republican power persist.
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McKinley
Indiana Growth and Unity in a Time of Republican Misgovernment
The passage argues Republicans and Democrats share fate in national misgovernment and possible prosperity. It notes Indiana population rising from 2,192,404 in 1890 to 2,516,462 in 1900 with favorable national comment. It highlights Indiana as a growing eastern state with abundant natural resources, healthy climate, and advantageous commercial location.
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Bryan declines Senate bid as party unity wins Greene county
The piece praises William Jennings Bryan for refusing a U.S. Senate seat even with a Democratic Nebraska majority, citing his public-spirited stance. It lauds Greene County Democrats for sweeping their county ticket in a presidential year and credits unity, skilled leadership, and cross-party support for the strong result.
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United States
Nebraska
Greene County
Election tabulation shows McKinley leading with 271 electoral votes
The article lists approximate state-by-state margins for McKinley and Bryan, totaling 271 to 163 for McKinley with Nebraska doubtful. It notes possible 279 to 155 if Nebraska goes Republican and mentions Don Dickinson predicting Democratic party reorganization to unite silver and gold factions after Bryan's defeat.
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Democratic Party Reorganization and Leadership Debate
The piece traces shifts among party figures like Dickinson and echoes Grover Cleveland and Abram Hewitt. It predicts Democratic reorganization ahead of a presidential year, with factions seeking a united platform while cautioning against hasty moves and warning of Republican excesses after recent endorsements.
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Indiana Congressmen Conceded Winners by Districts
The list shows conceded winners in Indiana districts: Second District B W Miers Democrat. Third William T Zenor Democrat. Fourth Francie M Griffith Democrat. Sixth James E B Watson Republican. Seventh Jesse Overstreet Republican. Eighth George W Cramer Republican. Tenth E D Crumpacker Republican. Eleventh George W Steele Republican. Twelfth A L Brick Republican. Thirteenth J D Robignon Republican. First Fifth and Ninth districts undecided with Republican J A Hemenanway E S Holiday C B Landin and Democrats A D Owen F G Horner Capt David Allen.
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Chamberlain's Gough Remedy Guarantee Promise
George E Cravene guarantees every bottle and will refund the money if not satisfied after taking two thirds of the contents. The remedy is praised as safe for grippe cough colds croup and whooping cough and claimed to prevent cold from turning into pneumonia.
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Ind firm shut by trust halts work in Ricowona
Special to The Indianapolis News from Ricowona Indiana reports several men are out of work due to the indefinite shutdown of the National church furniture works. The plant, a local concern controlled by the trust, was closed several months ago after years of selling church goods nationwide.
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National Church Furniture Works
Trust
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Dr Kings New Life Pills touted for headaches and nerves
Advert says the pills relieve sick and nervous headaches, build up health, and give pure blonde hair and strong nerves. Easy to take and cost 25 cents. Money back if not cured. Sold by J B Staleup.
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Scott's Emulsion Promises Health and Appetite Boost
An advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil as vital for life and happiness. It claims to restore appetite, ease food burdens, help regain flesh, and brighten life, positioning the product as essential nutrition for all ages.
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