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Newspaper
Columbia County Republican
Location
Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1902
Page
2
The North Carolinian of Elizabeth City reports the death of Dr John founder of The Republican and its editor and publisher for twelve years. A longer obituary will appear in the next issue.
A Moravian Falls column labeled Yellow Jacket mocks Fells-Trave as a failing concept in political economy, likening it to a muzzle loader unable to compete while charged with free soup. The piece uses sharp satire to critique the idea.
The text notes ongoing Boer war actions with quick advances and pauses on both sides. It parallels a humorous Pat reply about a black eye, suggesting the partner asked how it happened and Pat quips he got it from the other fellow.
In a recent interview Chairman Crea sy said that the people would make the nominations for State office. Farmer Creasy will name the ticket with the assistance of Chairman Creasy and his machine, and no odds will escape scrutiny.
The past week in the state shows sweeping Regular victories over Insurgents and allied Democrats. The piece argues voters reject reformers allied with defeated insurgents and opportunistic Democrats, praising prudent finances and businesslike department management.
The president promotes constructive measures to govern and protect the islands until they are ready for self government. He argues such policy is essential, urging Senate and House to back prudent laws and acts aligned with national interests.
The text argues the United States freed 12 individuals from Spanish oppression, financed Cuban settlement, and then allowed Cuba to govern itself. It questions special favors to Cuban growers and asserts Cuba should seek self-government without continued U S favoritism.
A Pittston Times opinion argues that stiff penalties fail to deter crime and that arming train crews with rifles and training them would more effectively prevent rail robberies and protect passengers and property.
A Bradford County political shift unfolds as insurgent Republican supporters lose power in primaries. stalwart delegates sweep the State convention while former insurgents fail to gain traction and many lawmakers resist binding instructions.
The Bradford county convention backs John P. Elkin for Governor as voters turn away from yellow journalism. The piece predicts a large Republican win in November and trophy for the party, noting prosperity and trusted leadership in the state.
Hon Charles E Voorhees longtime Philadelphia legislator died at his residence Friday at 12 30 after a long pneumonia illness. Born in 1849 he rose from transcribing clerk to chief clerk and later served in the House from 1896 until his death. Survived by a wife and daughter the family mourns a prominent Republican and noted parliamentarian.
The piece recalls Col. Bryan's advocacy for electing U S Senators by popular vote. It notes his 1896 Nebraska Library Magazine writings urging the shift, criticizing corporate influence and deadlocks, and suggesting reforms to constitutional methods, veto power, and federal judges.
The article recalls Capt. Leary the first American governor of Guam detailing his practical policies. He required couples to marry before him, mandated families own livestock and cultivate land, and encouraged self sufficiency by selling surplus to vessels and the garrison. He believed proper direction could make Guam inhabitants happy.
The citizens of Guam petition Congress to establish a permanent civil government on the island. They describe themselves as loyal subjects of the United States and argue Washington should encourage self government despite Guam's small population and limited resources.
The Helena Montana Record notes wool prices are satisfactory under current conditions. It accuses some manufacturers and Democrats of pushing to abolish protective duties on wool while keeping duties on woolen goods, urging Mr Bryan to oppose the scheme to end the raw wool duty.
Governor William A. Stone proclaims Friday April 4 and Friday April 18, 1902 as Arbor Days in the Commonwealth. Citizens in different districts may choose the more suitable date due to climate when observing the custom.
Harrisburg and Lancaster report Attorney General John P. Elkin with a sweeping lead for the Republican gubernatorial nomination. He carries most counties, wins Lancaster by over ten thousand, and secures delegates pledged to him while Watres trails with wide gaps. Delware endorses Penrose for senate as Penrose draws labor support and Lancaster’s slate remains solid for Elkin.
A House measure by Representative Smith of Iowa amends section 4 of the Dingley act of July 24 1897 to extend the president’s power to negotiate reciprocity treaties until July 24 1905. The proposal mirrors Republican calls for broader foreign trade and notes McKinley’s advocacy for expanding markets and opposing retaliation. The bill, printed by the New York Sun, aims to implement the reciprocity policy endorsed by the 1896 platform.
The Independent cites an Iowa wool grower accusing manufacturers of a price conspiracy and belittling tariff aid. Montana wool growers at Helena meetings back protective duties, noting Montana wool costs and freight to Boston. Bryan’s tariff stance and anti trust issues are debated, with skepticism toward his wool growers’ friendship and hints of European product favoritism.
Governor Stone issues April 4 and 18 Arbor Day proclamations urging forest preservation after floods. The message emphasizes planting trees on unproductive lands, protecting headwaters for clean water, and the forestry department’s land acquisitions to rehabilitate forests and prevent future flood damage.
An invitation to call any druggist for a free trial bottle of Kemp's Balsam for the Throat and Lungs. The ad promises to cure and relieve chronic and acute coughs asthma bronchitis and consumption. Prices 2.50 and 0.60, dated March 12.
For fine job printing call at the Republican Office. Small notice asks readers to contact the party office for quality printing services.
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