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Newspaper
Clinton Plaindealer
Location
Clinton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1907
Page
4
A brief masthead item notes a weekly newspaper led by Charles H. Vaughn. It records its second class matter status, dated December 30, 1905, at Clinton Indiana post office under federal law.
Activity and interest displayed by aspirants for the governorship and their friends among the Republicans do not indicate much fear about the election result.
The president spent three days at the White House, yet observers noted the pace of work and activity seemed to stretch into a week for a typical observer.
A New York dispatch reports the Tammany organization triumphed at the primaries amid unprecedented scenes. A hospital survey shows only one of the injured is expected to die, the incident involving Beansey Holland. Wholesale arrests occurred, with most suspects discharged or fined nominal sums.
Cincinnati plans a balloon race event to rival Cleveland for regional attention while facing a protracted municipal election contest in the lake city. The stakes include civic visibility and local voter engagement as preparations continue.
The article notes railroads profit but farms surge far more, with farm values rising from 20.0 billion in 1900 to 238.0 billion in 1907, and agricultural earnings from high priced crops boosting overall wealth by about 7.6 billion in seven years.
Washington dispatch reports a rumor that President Roosevelt will repeat his old pledge not to seek renomination. Friends think he may announce this during his western southern trip in a speech, a statement that would provoke wide interest.
The St Louis Globe Democrat argues that if one fleet cannot keep the American flag at the head of the procession the people will build another. It questions whether head means dominance or deterrence and suggests a navy capable of protecting against attacks and deterring war would be wise and popular.
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat notes a Kansas editors poll showing Ohio played a major role in the early settlement of Kansas, shaping the Sunflower state's origins and development.
The Chicago and Alton railroad case is cited as an example where the government worries that if immunity promises are not kept, it could deter other corporations from providing evidence in related prosecutions.
The Brooklyn Eagle ridicules a man claiming to see octopus claws and orders him sent to Oyster Bay where they will learn octopuses have no claws.
The article notes uncertainty about content but emphasizes a square deal for every man and Fairbanks’ remark that the president will ensure fair play for all, regardless of who he is or where he lives.
Goebel’s brother declares ex Governor Taylor will eventually go to Kentucky. “We will get Gov. Taylor sooner or later,” he says, stressing that persistent partisan desire for vengeance drives the move. The Goebel brand of partisanism is described as stronger than ordinary fraternal regard.
The South expresses happiness not over politics but a returning cotton crop that will bring about 90 million dollars into the region. The note highlights the electoral votes debate but centers on agriculture and regional prosperity.
A large crowd gathered at Colman Harrisons six miles south of Clinton for a birthday dinner last Sunday It ended with singing and farewells. Friends from Terre Haute and many locals joined the event with tables laden with food and a chart of attendees listed.
Mrs. Luther Sparks of seven miles west of Clinton brings to the Plaindealer office samples from an eight acre tract. Her 15 year old son George planted and tended 35 acres this season. The ears measure 21 2 by 13 inches and the corn is described as very fine.
Creditors heirs and legatees of Mungus Johnson deceased must appear in Vermillion Circuit Court Newport Indiana on October 7 to show cause why final settlement accounts should not be approved. Heirs must prove heirship and receive distributive shares. Clerk Wa F Weis. September 10 1907.
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