Political muddle and election chatter across parties and states
The text surveys party rivalries over currency and financial policy, notes Democratic and Republican stances, and hints at incidents from Louisville to Ohio. It questions Aguinaldo’s surrender price, Bryan’s influence, and ongoing labor strife while predicting a tough fall for Republicans and a possible Democratic win in Ohio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Reublicans
Gnu Ifsmoerdts
Fay
Tate
Robbery by Tariff in American Industry Debate
The Chicago Chronicle argues that tariff policy allows American firms to charge the government 82.26 per pound for crank shafting while English-made shafts cost about 48 cents per pound. Secretary Long proposes repealing the law requiring purchases from American makers to reduce trust power, but the piece criticizes Republican aims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Industrial Commission
Sultan of Sulu Proclaims Slavery Ban in Part of Realm
The Sultan, paid 3200 a month by the United States, proclaims slavery is prohibited in part of his domain and receives a thanks from the Taft commission. The situation in the orient remains the most complex challenge for Americans there as debates over enforcing the US constitution continue. The author questions how an old soldier can support a party that tolerates slavery given his past efforts to suppress the practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sulu
United States
Taft Commission
Orient
Protection rhetoric on extortion in steel trade
The Washington Post criticizes protectionists for not defending extortion in foreign steel markets. It argues leaders never advocated protection for competition abroad and notes steel combines sell products in Europe below U.S. prices, equating that to extortion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morrill
Kelley
Blaine
McKinley
Dingley
Europe
Washington Post
Reed blames Sapp machine in Louisville mayor race
P Booker Reed, defeated mayoral candidate in Louisville, denounces the primary as a robbery of his nomination. He accuses Republicans of using the Sapp machine to rig the election and says such leaders can commit crimes with no fear of punishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. Booker Reed
Louisville
Sapp
Col Bryan Sentiment and Wool Tariff Debate Highlight Tammany Event
The letter from Col Bryan expresses a view on liberty tied to a written constitution and the need to restrict public servants while protecting loyalty to the flag. It also critiques the Dingley tariff, noting cheaper wool due to substitutes, falling wool prices from 35 to 27 cents a pound since 1900, and calls for higher tariffs. The note hints at political controversy surrounding Goebel’s assassination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col Bryan
Bee
Ohio
Kentucky rumor pins Goebel killers in public view
The Owensboro Messenger asserts Kentuckians favor punishment and claims murderers are identified in Frankfort jail, the penitentiary, Indianapolis, nearby mountains, and Louisville streets, publicly pointed out daily as Republicans face Hanna and Roosevelt.
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Kentucky
Goebel
Owensboro
Frankfort
Indianapolis
Louisville
The Great Strike and Labor Faction Standoff
The steel strike persists with about 75,000 workers out. J P Morgan and the Steel Trusts refuse to unionize, aiming to crush the Amalgamated Association. Labor fights for survival under tariff protection while the Amalgamated Association and AFL unite against the plants to keep unions alive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Morgan
Steel Trust
Amalgamated Association
Dolph Steel Trust
Trusts
Organized Labor
American Federation of Labor
Notice of Application for Liquor License in Posey Township
Notice to Posey township residents that a resident over twenty one will apply to Harrison county Board of Commissioners at the August session in Corydon for license to retail intoxicating liquors in a premises described as the lower front room of a two story frame building on William Claze lands near the Sugar Grove and New Albany highway. The space measures 20 by 49 feet with four internal routes and a 11 foot ceiling and fronts the highway.
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Posey Township
Rrison County
Board of Commissioners
Harrison County
Corydon
William Claze
Indiana
Sugar Grove
New Albany
Depauw
Blue River Township
Laaiana
Warrixon County
Depuuw
Pront Street
Anid Front Street
Front Street
John F. Williams
Notice of Petition to Sell Real Estate in Harrison Co
James M. Sherrill as administrator of Nancy J. Gray deceased files in Harrison County Circuit Court a petition to sell estate real estate to pay debts. Hearing set for September 9, 1901 at Corydon courthouse. Clerk CHAS. A. BLINE seals the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James M. Sherrill
Nancy J. Gray
William Gray
Nellie Gray
Margaret Pease
Edward Paris
Smith
Circuit Court
Harrison County
Indiana
Court House
Corydon
Ists
Chas
A. Bline
Notice to Non-Resident in Corydon Suit
Harrison County Indiana reveals Jacob Schaum sues Julius Alford and Charles A. Bline in attachments and garnishment. Defendant declared non resident of Indiana. case set for hearing on the third Thursday of September at Justice Abner Hunte's Corydon office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abner Hunter
Justice of the Peace
Harrison County
Indiana
Jacob Schaum
Julius &. Alford
Charles A. Bline
Furnisher
State of
Corydon
Abner Hunte
Kidney Remedy Offer Promises Free Sample Bottle
In an advertisement Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root is promoted as a cure for lame back kidney bladder and related troubles. The ad claims hospital and private practice success and offers a free sample bottle and an informational book by mail to readers who mention the paper. Biber Co of Binghamton NY is named for the mailing address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kilmer
Bright
Or Biber & Co
Bingamton
N. Y
Swamp Root
Road survey and estimate for Heth Township gravel road
Viewers and engineer report to Harrison County Indiana outline location profile and cost for a proposed macadamized road in Heth Township. Length 34 210 feet width twenty feet roadway with ditches culverts and stone work, estimated cost 313 038 75. Monthly progress estimates 80 percent and final 20 percent upon completion, with profile and field notes filed.
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Heth Township
Station 178 Plus
Mauckport Road
Dati
Court House
Corydon
Ind
Beng, Jordan, Envineey
Jacober
Wrighi
Tamis T. Surra
Gravel or Macadam Road Election In Heth Township Indiana
Legal voters in Heth township Harrison County Indiana will vote on August 2 1901 to decide on building a gravel or macadam road. Polls open at all precincts under an order by Harrison County Board of Commissioners. Maps and profiles are on file in the Auditor's Office per the legislature. Witness James A Watson clerk July 1901.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Heth Township
Harrison County
Indiana
Board of Commissioners
Seul Isman
James A. Watson
A. H.C
Notice of liquor license hearing in Depauw Indiana
John F Williams of Depauw Blue River Township Harrison County Indiana will apply August 1901 to the Warrrixon county Board of Commissioners for a license to retail intoxicating liquors. The request covers spirits vinous and other liquors in a room 15 by 17 feet on Front street Depauw with a large Front street view and a single door.
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Democrat
Chas. W. Thomas and
Chas. B. Bellis
Editors and Proprietors
Corydon, Ind
Patter
Democrat Building
Democratic Party of the Nation
Republican Party
Democraic Party
Washington
York City
Aguinaldo
U. S
McaArthur
Funston
Repulsi
Gisino
Guyahtte
Nash
Sypase Veleguuaun
Coretta
North Vernon
Grannie Self
Crannie
Hanna
Roosevelt
Jacob F. Wright
James T. Smith
Benjamin Jordan
Road of Commissioners
State of Indiana
Thierison Com
Swan
Iyi
W.H. Keller
Ture
Woman’s Department
L. Huston
Cort Sharp
Vice Pres
Ejohn
F. Steg
Emery H. Breebes
Osborne
Knoll
Koliow
Kentucky Wheat
Bucher & Gibbs
Corydon Planing Mill Co
A. Hopkins
James B. Stewart
F. M. Bartley
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