A Veteran Urges Martin for Congress Over Major Steele
A letter from an Indiana veteran appeals to ex soldiers of the 11th District to back A N Martin over Major J W Steele. The writer praises Martins record in Congress, cites pensions votes, and contrasts Martins soldier ally stance with Steeles alleged opposition. The piece frames the choice as loyalty to veterans over party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wabash Times
11Th Dist
A. N. Martin
Congress
Maj
J. W. Steele
Wright
Martin
John A. Logan
Ohio
A. N. Martino
Cando
Pension Committee
Guldiers
Tam
Suying
Napoleon
Richard
Saladin
Major Steele
Steele
George W. Steele
Gettysburg
Shiloh
Chickamauga
John A. J.9gan
Roland
Oliver
Con Congress
Marion
W. Steele
Wabash
Ind
McKinley Bill and Labor in Wells County Campaign
In October 1904 the McKinley tariff era is described as boosting labor while repeal brought unemployment. The Banner criticizes misleading campaigning and urges voters to rely on Democrats for guidance, noting past ballot-spoiling trends and urging scrutiny of Republican influence.
Panic and blame game over 1892 crisis and McKinley era policies
The text argues Republicans avoided panic blame after the 1892 panic, cites Chicago Tribune remarks from Sept 1893, and contrasts factory activity before and after bank troubles. It questions McKinleyism’s impact on Wells county farmers amid 1890s currency issues and silver policy.
Political rhetoric on tariffs and party power impact
The fragment argues that Democrats made goods cheaper and warns a Republican return to power would raise prices and harm business. It claims a $600 annual saving for a canning company due to a tariff and notes farmers and workers appreciating the benefit, though the Chronicle delays mentioning it until after the campaign.
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Democratic Party
Republican Party
Canning Company
Chronicle
Tax Plan Seeks 50 Million From Incomes to Lower Living Costs
A proposal aims to raise 50 million dollars from individual incomes to subsidize essentials and reduce the cost of necessities for citizens. The plan targets broader economic relief through redistributed revenue and price controls on staples.
Misdated Marquess Letter in Banner Corrected
A letter from A. MArrin printed in last week’s Banner was dated September 3, 1813, instead of the erroneous year. The notice clarifies the correct year to be 1813.
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A. N. Marrin
Tax on greenbacks to ease farm and home costs
The proposed tax would reduce the amount needed to pay on farms and homes by taxing the $546,000,000 green backs.
Fulton and Muth wedding at central avenue home
Dr. G. E. Fulton married Miss Lizzie Muth last Wednesday noon at the bride’s mother Elizabeth Muth’s home on Central Avenue. Rev J. H. Hawk officiated with relatives and friends present. They will reside on Oak Street and honeymoon in Toledo.
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G. E. Fulton
Lizzie Muth
Elizabeth Muth
Central Avenue
J. H. Hawk
Presbyterian Church
Wells Bounty
Felton
Wheeling
West Virginia
Oak Street
Hon A N Martin Sicks During Campaign
Hon A N Martin fell ill with pneumonia while in Decatur and was confined to his room at the Miesse House. His condition improved late last week but he remains unable to leave the hotel and cannot continue speeches for the campaign.
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Martin
Decatur
Miesse
Large Vera Cruz wedding joins Beeler and Boyd
Miss Mary Beeler wed Mr. Charles Boyd at the Beeler home near Vera Cruz in a grand ceremony with about two hundred guests. Rev Schoeptli officiated. Bridesmaids Nancy Beeler and Tucy Ashbaucher. groomsmen Frank Ashbaucher and James Knox. Guests from the city included the Ashbaucher, Baumgartner, Kaltwasser, Sauter, Wasser, and Markley families. The couple plans a two week Pennsylvania visit then housekeeping in oil field housing.
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Dan Beeler
Vera Cruz
Mary Beeler
Charles Boyd
Rev. Schoeptli
Reformed Church
Twain
Mass Nancy Beeler
Tucy Ashbaucher
Frank Ashbaucher
James Knox
Fred
Benj
John Ashbaucher
Mary Baumgartner
Charles Kaltwasser
Robert Sauter
D. Wasser
G. T. Markley
Boyd
Pennsylvania
McKinley law and wheat price in Wells County
The McKinley tariff raised wheat prices to 9.45 cents in Bluffton market, then fell to 4.5 cents after repeal in August 1804. The question asks what the McKinley ism did for the Wells County farmer, implying it raised prices under law and fell after repeal, affecting farmers in Wells County.
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Bluffton
Wells County
Wells County Tax Change Draws Republican Ire
Under an old law railroads and corporations paid six percent of all taxes but the new law raises that to thirteen percent. The Republican platform deems the measure infamous and critical of the change.
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Wells County
Dr Price's Cream Baking Powder Wins World's Fair Award
Endorse the party that enacts good laws and support legislation guided by proven results. Dr Price's Cream Baking Powder is recognized with a highest award at the World's Fair, underscoring trusted quality.
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Dr. Price
San Prencisco
Democrats in Line Rally Draws Vast Wells County Crowd
Governor Matthews leads Democratic day in Wells County with a parade over a mile long and crowds estimated between five and seven thousand. Speakers include Gov Matthews at the court house square while Judge Shively addresses attendees. weather reduced parade participation and some delegations were stranded.
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Wells County
Evening Chronicle
Lake Erie
Matthews
Murder at Montpelier in Keystone restaurant
Jimmy Young, a bartender, died after an incident with Ras Shields in Thomas restaurant Montpelier. Witnesses say Shields, intoxicated, may have choked Young while twisting his neck, with chloral in Young’s system possibly contributing to the death. Shields was arrested. threats of lynching followed.
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Hartford City
Young
Pennsylvania
Shields
Montpelier
Jimmy Young
Ras Shields
Keystone
Youngs
Marshal Sleppy
False Campaign Report On Assessor Candidacy Denied
A. J. Miller states a report that he withdrew as assessor candidate in Rockcreek township is false. He declares he is a lifelong Democrat and will vote the straight Democratic ticket from township to state. He urges friends to do the same and suggests leaving scratches to the rooster.
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Rockcreek Township
A. J. Miller
Stover Weds Miss Nicely in Bluffton Area
George Stover a well known N Main Street grocer married Tuesday evening in Muncie to Miss Sarah Nicely. The ceremony was at the home of Mr and Mrs W A Miller with Nev H Suder in attendance. The couple returned to Bluffton for a wedding supper with friends at East Market Street.
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Eorge Stover
N. Main Street
Muncie
Sarah Nicely
Stover
H. Suder
W.A. Miller
How to Vote Instructions for Ballot Handling
Detailed voter guidance on obtaining ballots stamping rules and safeguarding confidentiality. Emphasizes stamping within the square, not altering marks, drying ink, folding ballots separately, and exceptions for non English readers or stamping by clerks. Includes steps to replace spoiled ballots and secrecy requirements.
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Chicago Tribune
Cleveland
Fulton—Muth
A. N. Martin Sick
Bluffton and
Stover-Nicely
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