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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1916
Page
2
Indiana Democrats abandon partisanship to emphasize efficient public service. J A M Adair is named gubernatorial candidate and L Ert Slack named US attorney, reflecting a reputational shift that Governor Ralston’s administration supports and aims to sustain.
The piece lauds L Fort Slack and L Ert Black for party loyalty and leadership, noting Slack’s long influence in Democratic circles and the strategic nature of his appointment as a political olive branch amid 1908 era rivalries and factional balance in Indiana.
The piece predicts a crowded stump as Republicans push their case while noting past defections in 1912. It argues the party lost public trust over tariffs and tax fairness, recalls Taft’s tariff defense, questions recovery promises, and teases forthcoming GOP oratory about Wilson and foreign policy.
Prominent Portland businessman Hon. John A M Adair announces his bid for Indiana governor on the Democratic primary ticket for March 7 1916. The announcement notes Adair's long service in Congress a clean record in Jay County and Portland and praise from Democrats statewide for his potential to lead Indiana.
James A. Watson of Heth township announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Harrison County Clerk in the March 7, 1916 primary. A longtime Democrat and former County Auditor, Watson is praised as diligent and capable, aiming to make the county a first class office. Victor McIntosh of New Salisbury is ill with pneumonia.
President Wilson named Hon. L Ert Slack of Indianapolis United States District Attorney to succeed Frank Daily who resigned. Slack a leading Indiana Democrat and former State Senator from Franklin Johnson County ran for governor in 1908 and was supported by Senators Kern and Shively. Departments note safe deposit boxes in Corydon National Bank for rent.
The 350 acre Valentine Cole Farm on Blue River near the Leavenworth bridge will be sold to the highest bidder by Commissioner A B Cline between 1 and 8 pm on Thursday January 20 1916. The property features fine bottom land and about 65 acres of timber including white oak and poplar. jan5-8w The Elevator advertises hominy and gritz. d 29-3w
Edwin M. Lee is reelected Progressive state chairman for Indiana in 1916, succeeding Jackson Boyd who resigned. Elias D. Salsbury named vice chairman and H. L. Rominger treasurer. May 24 set for state convention in Indianapolis. district factions press for terms from stand-pat Republicans while progressives vow continued fight for 1912 and 1914 principles. The piece lauds Indiana workman’s compensation program and vocational education under Governor Ralston.
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