Watterson Tackles Steam Roller in Louisville Rally
Hon. Henry Watterson presided at a Democratic rally in the Masonic Theater, Louisville, his first political speech since 1892. He urged changes of party to avert a looming conflict, attacked Taft Roosevelt ties, and likened the President to a matador in a charged campaign setting.
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Victory in Wayne County for drys
The drys won the Wayne County option election under the Rose law with 4454 dry to 3628 wet, a 826 dry majority. Wooster stayed dry in July but went wet by 13, Orrville voted wet, and twelve saloons will close. Rain and indifference kept turnout light.
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Paroles Granted By Ohio Penitentiary Board
The Ohio Penitentiary Board of Managers adjourned after granting multiple paroles at its regular meeting. Recipients included J Edward Howe two years for shooting to wound Edward Pickett ten years for burglary James Sweeney fifteen years for manslaughter William Wilson fifteen years for assault Andrew Detterman four years for pocket picking John Brueggeman three years for manslaughter.
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Bryan Renews Attacks as He Trades Jabs with Taft
In Chicago Bryan reenters the campaign trail attacking Taft and Roosevelt while appealing for citizen virtue. He cites civil service pressures and seeks a one term presidency, insisting he will not seek re election.
Advisory Committee Leader Heads to Indiana for Talks
Advisory Committee member left Chicago for Indiana to speak for several days in his home state. He plans to return to headquarters some time next week.
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Ohio editors meet Harmon in Columbus gathering
Democratic editors of Ohio gathered in Columbus to discuss the political situation with Chairman W. L. Finley. About twenty editors attended the lunch at the Great Southern Hotel as J. V. Newton was named president and Lewis H. Gibson secretary. Prominent attendees included Judson Harmon, Senator Edward Carmack, and Representative Ollie M. James.
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Kentucky
Kern replies to Hearst over Big Four suits
John W. Kern issued a statement defending his conduct as counsel for the Big Four Railroad in damage suits and confirming his representation of the French Lick Springs Hotel Company and West Baden Springs Company in charter forfeiture cases and receivership matters. He said he treated these clients like any other and had no connection with Thomas Taggart.
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Bell Speaks at Democratic Rally in Hamilton Coliseum
Theodore E. Bell of California, former Chairman of the recent Democratic National Convention, headlined a rally at the Hamilton Coliseum after addressing local Eagles. James M. Cox of Dayton also spoke, promoting his Congressional candidacy.
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Hoke Smith Goes West on Democratic Campaign Tour
Governor Hoke Smith left Atlanta for Chicago to confer with the Democratic National Committee about a campaign tour through the Middle West. He is scheduled to speak in several states during the trip.
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Douglas dies after campaign speech in Chicago
Stephen A. Douglas son and namesake of the Lincoln rival collapsed after dinner at his home on East Twenty second street. The 58 year old attorney and Republican figure had given an oration with William H Taft at Knox College on the Lincoln Douglas debate site. A widow survives.
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Harmon Charges Money 15 Wasted
Judson Harmon spoke at a Democratic rally in Marion Ohio criticizing state waste. He denounced Morgan's Station buildings and a costly power plant as unoccupied and misused while recounting his role in initiating the Federal Penitentiary at Fort Leavenworth and related government spending.
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Transportation Plan Aimed at Boosting Farm Exports
Speaker argues waterways and railroads must cooperate to cut costs from farm to market. He cites a St Louis study showing $500 million investment could save $180 million yearly, urging a comprehensive permanent national plan to develop water routes and improve transport nationwide.
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Wasteful spending and public distrust in government
The speaker denounces excessive designs and costly projects that exhaust appropriations and waste public money. He argues both incompetence and graft harm the people, noting that state funds fail to deliver expected returns in either scenario. He cites Morgan's Station as an example of wasteful enterprise.
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Hughes tours Kansas attacks Bryan remedies and aims to sway voters
Governor Hughes of New York campaigned in Wichita Topeka and eight other towns urging Midwestern voters to reject Bryan 16 to 1 remedies. He defended his New York governorship and campaign finances while denouncing opponents and alleged smear tactics.
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Birth of the Liberal party advocates direct taxation and women’s vote
A Chattanooga convention proclaimed a new Liberal party with a platform calling for direct taxation to fund the federal government, the initiative and referendum, seizing portions of fortunes for public use, church-state separation, and support for women’s suffrage urging nationwide organization. The platform lambasts Bryan Taft Roosevelt and Hearst and names Sidney C. Tapp as leader and Charles J. Moore as permanent chair.
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Cole’s End Is Sudden In Glasgow Death
Andy Cole an 83 year old prominent citizen and extensive farmer in Southern Kentucky died suddenly at his home in Cole Bend on the Cumberland River yesterday afternoon. He owned the famous farm after which Cole Bend is named, a landmark river property nearby.
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New Skin Remedy Promises Overnight Skin Cure
Advert describes a new skin remedy claimed to eradicate pimples rash eczema and facial disfigurements within hours. It highlights a six cent trial package and availability in Cincinnati at Dow's drug stores with $2 jars and 50 cent bottles. Free samples offered by Emergency Laboratories New York.
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Taft Itinerary Outlines Ohio Campaign Tour
Judge Taft to spend three days in Ohio with Governor Harris, visiting southern, northeastern, and eastern regions. After Ohio, he plans stops in Maryland, West Virginia, Indiana, Connecticut, and New York, including a Brooklyn speech on October 26 and a week in New York State before returning to Ohio.
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Policeman Finds Relief From Coffee With Postum
An ex police chief credits Postum with curing years of heart trouble and nervousness after switching from coffee. He reports better sleep and regained hand function, noting recovery began about three weeks after the change and culminated in a return to health.
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