Editorial exposes McKinley era imperialism and trust influence
The piece criticizes Republican policy, trusts, and the gold standard while praising anti imperial stance. It contrasts Jeffersonian expansion with McKinley era imperialism, arguing expansion risks the republic and underscoring farmers' fears amid war support. It condemns the Philippines war and party platform.
Referendum at Shoals Fades Amid Poor Patronage
The Referendum published at Shoals by H. M. Motsinger, a leading Populist, was issued last week for the last time due to poor collections and lack of patronage. Motsinger, a middle-of-the-road figure, has seen no more success in that line of work than with his paper.
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Shoals
H. M. Motsinger
Motsinger
County and Township Boards Meet to Review Tax Estimates
The county council and township advisory boards meet on Tuesday September 5 to pass on proposed expense and tax levy estimates for the coming year. They may approve or reject items in whole or part, with taxpayer attendance and input allowed. The aim is to reduce taxes and curb government spending.
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County Council
Bad Law Increases School Levy Burdens And Lowers Wages
The last legislature required public schools to run at least six months, raising taxes in nearly every township. Most levies for next year exceed this year’s, with Franklin Morgan Harrison and Spencer exceptions. Wages may be cut to meet the outlay, forcing teachers to work six months for four or five months pay, risking poorer teachers and higher taxes. The Republican measure, critics say, harms taxpayers and lowers teacher pay.
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Franklin, Morgan, Harrison and Spencer
Merited Tribute to Zenor by Crawford Co Democrat
The letter notes Congressman Zenor’s West Baden speech and predicts a tough race for his Republican opponent among veterans. It asserts Zenor’s strong popularity with old soldiers across Orange and other counties, claiming he is the district’s hardest working friend. The piece concludes that Zenor will return to Congress.
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Zenor
West Baden
Orange
Congress
Crawford Co. Democrat
The Money Kings Trusts and Monopolies Mobilize Armed Fallback
A political analysis notes that powerful financiers seek strength in a large standing army to safeguard their interests amid growing calls for regulation. The piece outlines potential implications for policy, industry influence, and national security considerations.
Up a Stump in the Philippine Policy Debate
The piece argues the Republican administration lacks a clear policy on the Philippines and accuses McKinley of timidity. It claims Democrats hold multiple issues that could defeat the current party, calling the Republican stance an empty “Supastump” lacking a real issue.
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Philippines
McWinles
Democratic Party
Politicians Clash Over Silver Question Amid Confusion
The piece argues Republicans muddle on the silver issue with inconsistent stances while critics attack the gold bug position as empty and abusive. It suggests Republicans must face clear policy choices rather than dodge the debate.
Uncle Sam and the Philippine land grab critique
A skeptical voice argues Uncle Sam should buy land with a clean title like farmers. It contends the Philippine tract purchase was ill advised, costly, and troubled by prescriptive rights, tenants, and weapons, making the move a sad day for the United States.
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Uncle Sam
Prices Fall as Farmer Sells and Buys Rise
The farmer finds market prices lower for apples wheat and corn on selling while buying costs climb for plows and other equipment. The text notes a general pattern of decreased output prices and higher purchase costs across the farm.
Trusts and cattle market control threaten farmer prosperity
A reader warns that industrial prosperity claimed by newspapers masks rising prices and a looming cattle market monopoly. A cattle frost organization could force price levels, endangering farmers as a $40,000,000 empowerment aims to squeeze profits and ensure dividends.
Iowa Democrats Endorse Chicago Platform and WV Bryan
The Iowa platform pledges full adherence to the Chicago platform of 1816 and endorses William Jennings Bryan. it denounces imperialism and calls for state and national restrictions on trusts. The message expresses resolve to win and support Bryan’s nomination.
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Iowa
Chicago
Bryni
Thirteenth Birthday Gratitude Note From Orphan Doll Dick
A birthday appreciation message thanks family and friends who gave cake and gifts on Saturday night August 12. The writer, an orphan named Dick, thanks Mollie Hausewald Cora Conrad Thresa Hausewald Lizzie McCoy Susan McCoy Sue Reising Cory Quebverman Eva Ehalt Angie Mc Coy Lulu Brown and Jace Baxley. The note vows to be grateful and notes the wish to further show gratitude.
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Mollie Hausewald
Cora Conrad
Thresa Hausewald
Lizzie McCoy
Susan McCoy
Sue Reising
Cory Quebverman
Eva Ehalt
Angie McCoy
Lulu Brown
Jace Baxley
OrpHan
Farewell Sermon and Local Visits Highlight Nebraska Trip
Ian Long visits relatives in Nebraska as Rev. Patterson preaches his farewell at New Bethel Sunday. Beulah and Jessie Kirkland of Louisville visit local friends. J.8. Mauck plans to begin river voyage with a large shipment of shingles. An infant of Hugh Dawson died and was buried at Mottery burying ground. Mrs. JL Neely and Mrs. Amzi Weaver visited Leander Bottles and family last Monday.
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Patterson
New Bethel
Hugh Dawson
Mottery Burying Ground
JL. L. Neely
Amzi Weaver
Leander Bottles
Chamberlains Cough Remedy Endorsed by Newark Druggist
Charles Holzhauer a Newark New Jersey druggist praises Chamberlains cough remedy calling it perfectly safe and reliable for coughs colds or hoarseness. It is for sale by E S Crosier Druggist. Lawrence Eve notes about Josephine Eve contracts and debts after publication of this notice.
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Chamberlain
Charles Holzhauer
Newark
N.J
E. S. Crosier
Jly
Josephine Eve
Commissioners Allowances Listed for Harrison County
Complete August session allowances from Harrison County Board of Commissioners show payments to John M. Baelz ex. com. court 1200 and ex. criminals 460, Henry Bell 2500 ex. criminals, Ws Self printing 985, Self ex. Ca Supt 0, Finley Bixler ex. school lands 25, Auditor James A. Watson. Also note a family letter from Ellston Mo praising One Minute Cough Cure for a boy with croup.
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Board of Commissioners
Harrison County
Indiana
John M. Baelz
Henry Bell
Self
Finley Bixler
Lyman
Fleshman
Daniel
W. A. Lewis & Sons
A. Lewis & Sons
Jas Perry
Scott Crosier & Co
Viex Miller & Coslay D. A Jordan
Fleckleman
Thomas
Il. Welle & Co
HE. Keller & Co
Kelle & Co
S.M. Miller
John Bennett
John F Bird
Ldovd Johnson
Spires
Mary J Loweth
Ribson
Ith
M. Miller
Pleasant Jenkins
John B Buechler
Arah A
Perry Emery Breeden
Jacob Bush
Josephine Furton
Jehit
Peter S. Wright
Wim
Gu Peters
John
Adhurbison
Levi Sappenfield
J. Bowling
A. Watson
H. H. Hudson
W. H. Keller Ee
D. J. Bowling
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