Honest Democrat Defends Soldiers and Flag in Indianapolis Speech
A Loyal Legion dinner speaker Captain D. F. Allen denounces camp horror charges against the One Hundred and Fifty-eighth Indiana and condemns Democratic attacks on McKinley. He cites army testimony before the Washington commission showing no mistreatment and affirms the flag over all territory. The piece argues for steadying morale and national resolve.
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D. F. Allen
One Hundred and Fifty-eighth
Indiana
Loyal Legion
Indianapolis
Fifty-eighth
McKinley Ceed
Army
Washington
Joe’ Wheeler
Fitzhugh Lee
Golden Shores
California
Democratic Expansionist Congressman Berry Advocates Unilateral Acquisition
A Kentucky Democrat, Congressman Berry, declares the United States should seize all lands won from Spain without considering other nations. He insists the spoils of war are absolutely America’s and should be retained, praising this stance as Republican doctrine.
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Berry
Kentucky
United States
Roosevelt urges vote for McKinley to honor war victory
Colonel Theodore Roosevelt at Carnegie Hall urges the public to back President McKinley, arguing opposition would embolden hostile powers and threaten the United States’ wartime gains in the Antilles and the Philippines. A Carthage fashion note mentions Nixon & Gottlieb exhibiting the season’s best fall and winter styles.
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Theodore Roosevelt
New York
Carnegie Hall
McKinley
America
Antilles
Philippines
Carthage
Nixon & Gottlieb’s
NEW RESPONSIBILITY FOR AMERICA IN A NEW EUROPE
The article argues the United States assumes a dominant role after the war, with Spain noting Washington's growing influence. It quotes a European peace commissioner predicting U S leadership will reshape Europe, affect Asia, and alter alignments with Japan and England, urging Indiana Republicans to back McKinley rather than Bryan.
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United States
Chicago
Spain
Cereso Y Saenz
Europe
France
Russia
Germany
England
Philippines
Japan
America
Indiana
Sober first thought on war coverage and patriotism
The Indianapolis Sentinel in its sober first thought argues against criticizing war conduct and motives amid a common enemy. It says missteps in Cuban operations may exist but stressing them would harm national unity and good citizenship.
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Indianapolis Sentinel
Paresis
Sentinel
Schud
The Danger of It Vote Call for Unity in Wartime Era
A stern editorial warns that staying home or voting Democratic risks reversing wartime progress under McKinley. It links free silver and anarchy to destruction of national achievements and cautions Indiana voting patterns could aid Bryan and the reformers Turpie Taggart and Bailey.
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McKinley
Indiana
Bryan
Turpie
Solid National Front Calls for United Vote to Preserve Victory
The piece argues a crisis in American history requires a solid front in November to deter envious nations from interfering after Spain's defeat. It claims ballots will count like bayonets and warns Democrats against division. It asserts control of the canal region, Cuba, and Puerto Rico as essential for safety and commerce.
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America
Spain
Isthmus
Central America
Cuba
Porto Rico
Gulf of Mexico
Benefits From Factory Law Aid Workers and Employers
A year after the factory inspection and child labor law, supporters say it provides safety and education for operatives, reduces accidents, improves ventilation and sanitary conditions, and aids redress for workers. Inspector McAbee notes gains and urges extensions while recognizing needed amendments for broader public benefit.
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McAbee
Vista
From Pulpit to Pew in Genesis Teachings and War-Time Talks
The sermon cites Jacob’s vow in Genesis 28, Jacob’s struggles with Esau, and the vow to tithe, urging surrender to spiritual struggle and fulfillment of vows. Evening services feature Elwood Scott on Fight the good fight of faith and a C E Society discussion on improving society work. Job ads seek trustworthy individuals for office work at home with a $900 yearly salary plus $75 monthly expenses.
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Jacob
Esau
Laban
Jabbok
Israel
S. O
Elwood Scott
C. E. Society
Raymond Johnson
Jesus
Messiah
Herbert E. Hess
Prest
Dept. M. Chicago
Free Silver Advocates Reorganize Indiana Democratic Committees
A May 28 1896 Indianapolis meeting adopted a resolution naming an executive committee to push sound money and oppose free coinage. Thomas Taggart chaired the committee, driving the gold Democratic organization, with John W Kern and others active in the free silver campaign.
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Indiana
Indianapolis
Madison
Jefferson
Jackson
van Buren
Cleveland
Thomas Taggart
John W. Holtzman
O. Pickens
Pierre Gray
Henry Russe
James G. Cunning
John W. "Ern
A. Kiefer
Charles F. Piel
John Wilson
H. W. Lawrence
W. R. Ak
W.D. Bynum
James E. Mc Loa
M. O’connor
Albert Lieber
J. J. Keach
Fred K. Mack
J. P. Fren‘nel
Samuel Rauh
Igold Democratic Organization of
Martin
John W. Kern
Parting of the Ways in a Fateful Campaign Speech
The Indianapolis News notes political speeches of the campaign elevate the tone with dignity and a sense of national duty. Leaders discuss a new era, a larger sphere of activity, and marching toward a younger day without shrinking from doubt or despondency.
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Indianapolis News
Furtther
Indianapolis scheme aims to stack state ticket, lawmakers
The Democrats pursue a Marion county centered plan to gain one more congressman and tilt the legislature in their favor. Leon O Bailey and David Turpie are named in the ticket for U S Senate, with Thomas Taggart for governor, as efforts to unload state dates and secure party control.
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Tion County
Legisi
Marion County
Om Tagagart
Turpie
Kianapolis
Leon O. Bailey
David Turpie
United Sates Senate
Thomas Taggart
Mar
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