Rushville notes and political snippets from the district fair
A mix of local items reports Ponglass Morris nomination at the Milroy Democratic Convention and a non nomination for prosecutor. Rushville moves to close saloons and restrict services on Sundays. The piece also quotes a call for brains to Cornell University and reflects on the 1864 Lincoln era before McKinley.
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Ponglass Morris
Rushville
Milroy
Republican victory would secure US leadership in world affairs
The piece argues that Republican success will ensure American control of wartime gains, strong finances, a modern navy and army, and a leading global position. It urges voters in New Jersey Oregon Wisconsin Indiana to elect E. E. Stoner for joint senator and Ed N. Hill for representative, warning against Democratic free trade and free silver.
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U. S
Senate
New Jersey
Oregon
Wisconsin
Indiana
G.O. P
Seff
Democratic Party
Lincoln
Grant Garfield
Blaine
Harrison
McKinley
E. E
Stoner
Ed N. Hill
Cuba
Spain
Gulf of Mexico
America
Bcratic Party
Cou- Sry Pe
Santiago
Political Shift and Economic Contrast Across Party Rule
A historical critique contrasts Democratic governance with Republican rule, detailing tax policy changes, debt levels, and wartime claims. It argues Democrats increased valuations and debt while Republicans brought peace and prosperity, citing farm, factory, and trade conditions and criticizing silver coinage advocacy and press campaigns.
Open Letter Urges Young Americans on Cuba and Conquest
Maurie Thompson presents a historical argument supporting American expansion after the Spanish American War. He defines youth as open to new ideas and appeals to Indiana men aged 18 to 21 to hear him. He asserts conquest history justifies U.S. control of Cuba and argues against Cuban independence under Latin governance.
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Maurie Thompson
Qace
Maurice Thompson
Spain
America
Indiana
Friends of
Cuba
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Virginia
Tecumseh
Texas
New Mexico
California
Mexico
On of
Chan
Florida
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Washington
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Louisiana
Woodford
Madrid
Sherman
Spa
Patriotism's fate after war voiced by Maurice Thompson
A strong voice urges that victory's result not be compromised by papal influence or self government losses. The speaker argues for continued national autonomy and condemns any回return to pre war conditions, urging men to defend patriotism and the country’s gains. Indianapolis dispatch dated September 8.
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Maurice Thompson
Indianapolis
Wonders Briefly Told On McKinley Era Wars and Prosperity
The passage lauds the United States rapid war efforts under President McKinley. It notes 16 prior wars with an average four year span, the latest lasting 114 days, and claims 12 million people freed from oppression. It highlights Spain’s defeat, revived US commerce, and increased American manufacturing and exports within two years.
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United States
Spain
McKinley
Friends' Church Sunday Services and Activities
Regular Sabbath services at 11 a m and 7 p m with mid week gatherings Thursday at 10 a m and 7 p m. Sabbath School at 9 45 a m. Intermediate and Junior Endeavors at 3 p m and Senior Endeavor at 6 p m. Singing class Tuesday 7 p m and teachers' meeting about 7 p m. Monthly meeting the Thursday after the first Saturday each month at 10 a m. Elwoop Scott.
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Friends’ Church
Elwoop Scott
Big Four Route Timetable at This Place, July 4, 1897
The Big Four line timetable lists passenger numbers 24 61 56 23 with southbound and northbound times. Call J. E. Campbell Carth Agen for further information.
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Big Four
Correc
J. E. Campbell
Carth L. Agen Sida
Big Four Route Interchangeable Ticket Seen Vital for Business
The one thousand mile tickets of the Big Four Route are deemed indispensable for business firms and travelers. The lines reach major Ohio Indiana and Illinois cities and a ticket usable on connecting lines is highly valuable for accessing these hubs.
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Ohio
Indiana
Illinois
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