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Newspaper
Boone County Progressive
Location
Boone, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1914
Page
6
The Boone County Progressive weekly, published at The Probe Office in Lebanon, notes its second class matter status and postal details. The March 10 issue hints at readers reporting irregular delivery and previews a Saturday event while referencing the phrase yellow dogs.
The piece surveys editorial views on Wilson and toll exemptions, the Foraker incident, and Progressive gains in Indiana and Kansas. It notes Thomas A. Cobb’s candidacy in Boone County, and emphasizes Progressive strength, party harmony debates, and per capita wealth in Kansas with tax and estate details.
The Indianapolis Star reports Ohio Republicans push for Joseph B. Foraker as the U S senate standard bearer while Indiana Republicans tease Charles W. Fairbanks for the presidency. It notes resurgent Old Guard and Progressive factions, citing Auburn Maine as a contrary example where a straight Progressive ticket triumphed despite opposition.
The Philadelphia Public Ledger, long aligned with the Penrose machine, now calls for the GOP to nominate exceptional candidates for the forthcoming campaign. It questions how any candidate on the Penrose slate could be “above suspicion” and suggests the Ledger’s guidance could aid Republican friends in the state. The piece also contrasts foreign policy views of Wilson and Bryan, notes Monroe’s resignation, and discusses party factions in Ohio with Foraker’s return to prominence and the standpat versus progressive divide shaping the 1916 narrative.
The article traces the rise of protective tariff ideas in the Republican party and compares it to the Progressive party of 1912, noting how both drew support from diverse groups resisting elite reforms. It discusses tariff history, Payne-Aldrich, Taft, and the alignment of protectionist principles across parties and periods.
A fragment from the Trilanalpolis Star suggests a political shift toward protectionist policy. The text mentions support from groups aligned with Whig and Republican factions, indicating a tense transition in early party alignment and regional influence.
Herbert B Hadley a self described progressive Republican argues the GOP must prove progressive principles not by empty rhetoric at harmony banquets but by action. He criticizes the failure to convene a national convention to declare a new faith and links it to the party’s inability to be truly progressive.
Rebecca Brinegar died this morning at 2 90 o clock at her daughter Janes Ashwell s home in Advance. Born November 25 1888 she outlived her husband who died February 4 1907 and left seven children two deceased. Surviving children are Alice Cassetter Clara Bell McDaniel Anna Stewart Martha Ashwell Rosanna Powell two brothers Joseph Sandila and William Sandlin and sister Mary Canadn. She was a member of the Christian church in Advance where the funeral will be held. date not yet set.
Silas M. Cutts announces candidacy for trustee of Union township subject to the Progressive convention in a newspaper notice. Remaining details are limited to the named individual and the intended office. The notice reflects a political filing with party designation.
The Industrial Union of the Methodist church held a well attended meeting Tuesday with a fine program led by Mrs J R Bull and helpers. Refreshments were served by Mrs Bert Miller's section. Indiane Cox visiting relatives was injured Wednesday night returning from a neighbor's home. Grover Romine and Mrs Risa Cox moved to Reynolds farm near Lebanon and Kersey farm nearby. Claude Crooks and Lena Himes married Wednesday evening at the Himes home with Rev F L Hardy officiating. they will reside in Lebanon.
The Boone County Circuit Court in Indiana records Watt Fogte suing Catherine Kearsey and others for quiet title. Defendants, all nonresidents, were ordered to appear by April 28 1914. the trial will proceed on the first Monday in April 1814 if they fail to answer. The notice cites the long list of defendants and heirs. Also mentions Alexander Longley editor of The Altruist in St. Louis, a publication advocating cooperative property and mutual aid.
Bonds for the new third ward school building will be offered March 28 and the construction contract set for March 31. The issue totals 25 000 dollars with annual maturities of 2 000 dollars starting April 1 1918. The bonds bear four and a half percent interest and are non payable, to mature along with the High School bonds.
Rochester Ind March 6 a buffalo fish weighing fifty one pounds was caught yesterday at Lake Manitou though rubble and logs tore the net. A few other fish remained. Another haul will be made late in the week with State Fish and Game Commissioner George A Miley as spectator.
No change in ferm J B Comley formerly in the undertaking business returns from Terre Haute to help for a short time at Broomfield Mecum, forming Broomfield Mecum Frankfort News. Lucille Edwards travels to Broomfield Friday with Halen Kenworthy to attend a Sophomore cotillion Friday night. Mrs Axel Ashley at East Elva hosts her embroidery club Wednesday afternoon.
The five acre corn contest aims to boost county yields with a $100 prize from G. L Neptune plus $30 from business men. Best five acres win 50, 30, and 20 with ten dollar prizes for others. Awards based on yield cost of production and a show lot. R. W. Sorel, county agent, handles applications.
A copy of the Raim Seach Daily News of Palm Beach Florida is seen in Reporter files. The January February March four column quarto reports Washington Birthday Ball at Royal Palm Hotel with Grecian Garden decor. Notables from New York attend. lavish gowns and confetti display mark the event.
The Central Christians beat the Y. M. C. boys of Frankfort 40 to 0 in a Wednesday evening game. The report also notes several local social updates including Frank L. Butler and Bya Bruce among others, and mentions Mrs. H. N. Humphrey's Washington visit.
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