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Newspaper
Clinton Plaindealer
Location
Clinton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1907
Page
6
In Indiana two districts with solid Republican majorities now send Democrats to Congress. The Indianapolis announcement calls for an end to special contracts and dated policies, urging a wide awake administration to cut abuses. The piece warns that factionalism harms all and should be deplored by everyone handling party temptations.
The text notes William Randolph Hearst remains intent on forming a party labeled the party of the people to promote his interests, despite the self styled populist framing.
A dispatch notes under the present system of conducting state departments that collections have grown larger than in former years due to reduced leakage of funds and no chance for money belonging to the state to escape oversight.
The remark reflects on unforeseen growth in state governance and its wide range of beneficent laws, noting how predictions of expansive regulation would have seemed wild-eyed in the past.
Bryan states the next presidential candidate must fit the party platform and implies the nominee depends on election chances. He suggests if a Democrat cannot win, another figure will better advance the party than Bryan as a candidate.
The article notes falling public assistance needs for the poor over several years, credits rising labor demand for enabling employment, and argues that charity should promote self sufficiency through wise legislation and capable state administration.
The piece notes that M. E. Ingalls, longtime head of the Big Four railroad, may seek Ohio’s U S Senate seat. It hinges on a Democratic win in the Ohio legislature where joint ballots could tilt the outcome. Republicans are urged to keep vigilant to protect the party’s welfare.
The report highlights Superintendent Cotton praising new laws as ahead for Indiana and notes educators’ high regard for state standards. Court briefs include multiple civil actions: Frank Rhone v Johnson for 870, Eliaschow v Western Union damages 3500, Baird v Terre Haute Traction damages 2000, with several cases ongoing or dismissed.
The state auditor flags a proposed reinsurer with questionable methods and prior bans, delaying a policy holders transfer as authorities push for safeguards. The event highlights progress in protecting public welfare from questionable financial dealings.
In Hillsdale Harry Hood pleaded not guilty to carrying concealed weapons but withdrew and pleaded guilty. Judge Rheuby fined Hood 50 dollars with costs as a first offense. Newton J Avery vs National Drain and Tile Co Montezuma settled when the company paid 500 to the injured boy. case dismissed. Other actions: assault with intent Hood dismissed. Carter incest case continued. Baughman vs Dering Coal damages sought 6000 dollars, continued.
The Clinton Trolleys travel to West Terre Haute for a Sunday game. Fans anticipate local rivalry action as the team seeks a win on the road.
A man pursued ads promising riches and cures by sending small sums to various firms and individuals. He paid for tips on sobriety, turnips, impressions, doubling money, and useful goods, learning mixed lessons until a final note urged “Fish for easy marks” on a postal card.
Arthur Morrow Lewis a prominent Socialist and John Z White advocate of individualism will clash in a joint debate at the opera house on Thursday evening June 20 1907 both leading figures in their respective camps expected to draw a large audience.
The Slavic and German circles celebrate the marriage of John Merkamper to Mary Hotarek at a Catholic church. The bride, widow of a man killed in the No. 1 mine explosion, receives a settlement from the mine company and plans a new home. A large banquet at the bride’s home followed the ceremony.
A school round up listing students across departments who were never tardy or absent in the 06 07 year. Names span High School Glenn Morgan Harold Nourse Fred Walker Jennie James James Davey Minnie Hessemer George Hickman Ethel Devine Grammar Vera Stuthard Ona James Ralph Walker Maggie Devine John Reeder John Cowers Claude Bist Anna Mitchell Room 10 Christopher Bonner John Webster Mary Cooper Room 9 Ernest Weber Roy Blake Pete Dimwiddie Helen Porter Room 8 Bertha Vansickle Flora Dickey Henry Lenzi Room 7 Seymour Webster Freda Beal Room 6 Spencer Craft Room 56 Walter Walker Ethel Stuthard Lillie Walters Room 4 Mary Marvel Nellie Nowling East room of church Charles Brown Jennie Murray Willie Meadows
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