Campaign fund publicity sparks partisan debate on safety of pre election disclosure
A lengthy policy argument unfolds over whether campaign contributions and expenditures should be published before or after elections. Bryan and Hughes are cited, with emphasis on the gold standard and Taft as the preferred outcome. Sherman defends gold standard and Taft in Parkside remarks.
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Sherman and Longworth Campaign Stop At Illinois University
A crowd of University of Illinois students greeted Nick Longworth and James Sherman as they campaigned for Taft. Sherman criticized Bryan’s policies, praised sound money, and urged voters to back Taft. The trip included stops in Urbana and Decatur with speeches by Landis in nearby towns.
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Hughes in West Virginia Tour Draws Keen Interest
Governor Hughes arrived in Clarksburg West Virginia amid cheering crowds and a band as he criticizes Bryan plan to curb trusts by limiting production. He travels by special train toward Baltimore with Senator Scott and others, with three five minute addresses planned in the state.
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Hughes Is Optimistic As Baltimore Meeting Forecasts Victory
Governor Charles F. Hughes of New York praised a Baltimore gathering at Richmond Market Hall calling it the banner meeting of the campaign amid scenes of enthusiasm and earnestness across five states. The crowd filled the Maryland National Guard armory venue as he spoke tonight.
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Speakers Assigned for Republican Campaign in New York
Chairman Hitchcock of the Republican National Committee announced the slate of speakers for New York State. Senators Smith, Borah, and Dolliver begin October 12, 24, and 27 respectively, Labor Commissioner Straus on October 27, Vice President Fairbanks October 14 to 17, and Sherman October 26. Elihu Root will speak at least once. Upham discussed finances with Treasurer Sheldon. Hitchcock said he has no information on President Roosevelt's remaining campaign plans.
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Ohioans Hear Garfield Taft Republican Club Meeting
Special dispatch reports a large Findlay rally where Hon. James R. Garfield and Congressman Cole spoke as the Taft Republican campaign opened. The event drew a sizable crowd aided by local party organizers and supporters.
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Fines Top One Million in Sherman Act Cases
The Department of Justice releases a revised summary of civil and criminal actions under the Sherman Act and related statutes from 1889 to date. It reports 157 criminal indictments under Roosevelt with 48 convictions and fines totaling 1 113 325, plus detailed results by administration and by act.
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Olney Emerges As Governor Hope In Democratic Meeting
Boston September 30 A surge for Richard Olney of Boston former Secretary of State as Governor on a Bryan platform unsettled Democratic leaders at the Quincy House. The State Committee and subcommittees planned for the Faneuil Hall convention. Vahey previously led the gubernatorial field. Olney’s name now to be balanced on the ticket with Vahey. Gerry Brown declined candidacy for Lieutenant Governor. his name joined Olney and Vahey.
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Watertown
Charles L. Davenport
Olney
Vahey
Gerry Brown
Bryan Discusses Publicity Of Campaign Funds In Oskaloosa
William J. Bryan addressed a large crowd in Oskaloosa Iowa on September 30. He challenged Tafts statements on campaign money and accused Taft of secrecy about the size and sources of the Republican fund while attacking political influence by protected interests.
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William J. Bryan
Taft
Mr. Bryan
Garfield Praises Harris Administration at Local Club Meeting
The recently organized lican Club held a meeting presided over by Hon. Beecher W. Waltermire. Mr. Garfield spoke mainly on State issues and gave high tribute to Governor Harris's administration.
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Taft to Speak in New York and Upstate Cities
Republican candidate William H. Taft plans a New York visit after a Sept 25 speech in the city. Chairman Frank H. Hitchcock said Taft will travel toward Chicago with a Washington stop en route. He will then tour upstate cities including Syracuse, Rochester, and Buffalo with Governor Hughes.
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Frank H. Hitchcock
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Washington
Chicago
William H. Taft
Govern Hughes
Syracuse
Rochester
Buffalo
Eastern Republican College Leagues Open in New York
Ohioan Herbert M. Myers of Columbus takes charge at the new eastern headquarters opened in the Republican National Committee office in New York. The National Republican College Leagues claim a membership of 100,000 and 400000 in college league efforts are noted.
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Republican National Committee
Herbert M. Myers
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Democratic Candidate Claims Pioneering Role in Reform Ideas
The candidate asserts he influenced Taft and helped shape reform concepts such as income tax publicity and direct election of senators. He accuses Taft of borrowing ideas from Democrats and other sources, noting his own long lead on presenting and advocating these policies.
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Knoxville
Taft
Roosevelt
Daniels Probes How Many Trusts Have Been Prosectued
Chicago September 30 Daniel s Democratic Party inquiry seeks exact numbers of federal prosecutions tied to the nations 387 trusts. He attaches a 2987 trust list from the Manual of Corporation Securities and questions fines collected and outstanding. He criticizes Republican and Roosevelt era actions and presses Attorney General Bonaparte for details on prosecutions including the Steel Trust.
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Dangerous Trust and the Labor Union Influence
A letter argues the Labor Trust seeks political power to control public affairs and wages, accusing it of exploiting workers and aiming to legislate favorable conditions. It warns citizens to scrutinize candidates, cites economic disruption and violence associated with trusts, and defends organized labor while urging patriotism and legal restraint.
fragmentary quote on political support and funding
A partial excerpt notes a speaker claiming superiority in trombone efforts and asserting the person contributed the most to the Republican campaign fund. The fragment suggests partisan activity and financial backing within a political context.
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Trom
Republican Campaign Fund
Bryan’s Friend Appointed Assistant Treasurer at National Headquarters
The National Committee appoints Dr. Ghieze Det Cox as assistant treasurer in New York, assisting Ridder with campaign funds. W. Rourke Cockran will stump for Bryan on Oct 12 in Indiana and speak in several states. Theodore A. Bell will address Buffalo on Oct 28. Permanent headquarters may be decided after elections.
Mack 18 After New York Campaign Push
New York Democratic Chairman Mack said New York is crucial in the campaign and that National and State Committees will cooperate. The National Committee will send speakers and prominent figures on stumping tours through the state all month to support Bryan and Kern. He warned that the West remains vital for electoral votes and that New York’s result could influence Connecticut New Jersey Maryland and Rhode Island.
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Democratic
Mack
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National’ Committee
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National Committee
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New Jersey
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Bryan
Kern
Squirrel season opens in Ohio with 10 bag limit
Officials announce the opening of Ohio's squirrel hunting season running from October 1 to October 30. The bag limit is ten squirrels, and many hunters from the city and nearby areas head to favored stamping grounds for the campaign.
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Watson Aims to Break Solid South in Georgia
Lawrenceville Georgia September 30 Thomas B Watson Populist presidential candidate spoke to an audience of over two thousand citizens and farmers at the Gwinnett County Fair. He said he did not seek office now but hoped to shift Georgia and the South from Northern Democrats noting if the solid South is broken a Southern man may reach the White House within twelve years.
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Committee of the House
Burrows
Labor Trust
Tabor
American Federation of Labor
Corn Products Company
Chicago
Lawrenceville
Thomas B. Watson
Doctor Stabs Saloonist After Dry Vote in Gallipolis
In Gallia County Ohio after a dry vote won by about 1700, Dr Charles Parker president of the Antisaloon League fought John North a local saloon keeper. Parker stabbed North several times and North may die. Parker was arrested and bound over to court.
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Gallia County
Charles Parker
County Antisaloon League
John North
Parker
North
Wright Machines Ordered for Le Mans
Lazare Weiller the French aeroplane promoter announced an order to Wilbur Wright for fifty Wright airplanes. The contract value is $100,000 and Weiller believes Wright will complete the delivery.
Noted French Painter Marcel Jambon Dies in Paris
Marcel Jambon, a French decorative painter and Legion of Honor officer, died in Paris yesterday. Born October 19, 1848, he was renowned for his artistry and public commissions.
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Legion of Honor
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