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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1908
Page
4
Establishment in 1856 with circulation 2636. publishers LEW M O BANNON and ZO SITOR AND PROPRIETOR. Entry noted as second-class matter at Corydon Indiana post office.
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The Republican National Convention gathered in Chicago to nominate a national ticket with Taft facing a field of opponents. Critics claim Taft’s delegates are controlled by White House influence and tainted by Taft’s management, while field supporters urge that Taft cannot be elected due to Wall Street ties, labor, the negro vote, and Grand Army sentiment. A Roosevelt alternative and a possible third ticket are discussed if Taft secures the nomination.
A legal discussion asserts that a corporation, though a fictitious person, can be governed by constitutional rules. The state may impose just, fair, and honest conduct on corporations to serve the public benefit for which they were created.
The piece argues for pre election disclosure of campaign contributions as a curb on corruption. It notes Roosevelt’s messages to Congress omit such a bill, cites William J Bryan and William H Taft’s communications, and accuses Republican leaders of planning another corrupt campaign while ignoring proposed reforms.
The Corydon Republicnan notes Hon James E. Watson's June 6 speech in Crawford County as clear on temperance, while recalling past fights by liquor interests to back his governor bid. It questions his reform image, citing 1906 district opposition and a local option plank dispute.
The piece notes that public expenses for Indiana rose by 2.6 million dollars in the fiscal year ending 1906 versus the final year of the prior Democratic administration. It claims the rise equates to about one dollar per resident and ends by asking taxpayers how they feel about the levy.
A Corydon Republican editorial admits a panic exists while labeling it a good panic. The writer rebukes Republican leaders for blaming Democrats since 1893 and questions the cause of the panic, noting laborers unemployed and dismissing partisan spin. The letter to the editor urges clarity on the panic’s origin.
Column accuses the Roosevelt machine of controlling delegates to secure Taft’s nomination, alleging White House influence, paid proxies, and biased judging of contested delegations. It contrasts with Bryan era gold debates and questions the nation’s money supply and policy direction.
Citizens consider the rise in public spending under the Indiana State administration. The piece urges right thinking voters in Harrison County to seek accurate information about the alleged extravagance and increased expenditures by the current Republican administration.
Corydon Republican condemns Democratic leaders in Harrison County for holding a so called dandy primary while accusing a handful of Republican bosses of fixing a county ticket without input from rank and file voters. The dispute centers on who will name the county slate.
Charles W. Miller former Attorney General and recent gubernatorial candidate was nominated by Indiana Republicans of the Thirteenth District to fill the Brick vacancy and serve the full Sixty-First Congress term.
The recent session is described as a sad disappointment for Democrats with Congress labeled as do nothing. It is said to have cost the people a billion and more in capital lost and unproduced gains.
The Indiana Legislature added 1680 dollars to the pay for the Reporter of the Supreme and Appellate courts and assistants for the current year, citing higher duties or need for better compensation than last year.
The Governor's office spent $12,020 in 1893 under Democratic rule and $58,550 in 1907 under Republican rule, a $46,530 increase. The piece questions the reason for this sharp rise and hints at administrative changes or policy shifts driving higher expenses.
A Watsonville user reports six years of stomach trouble and nervous dyspepsia improving with Peruna after three doctors and a liquid diet failed. She says multiple bottles cured her, crediting the remedy for ending her ailment.
The piece critiques the coming Republican National Convention in Chicago as it adopts Wade H. Ellis's platform and endorses Theodore Roosevelt’s federal supporters. It questions the fairness of export and domestic pricing while noting the party's unredeemed promises from four years prior and the editor's stance on the Democratic primary in Corydon County.
Leading Republicans including Fairbanks Foraker Hughes and others express lukewarm or unfavorable views toward Theodore Roosevelt's Square Deal in the contest for the Republican presidential nomination.
A county political column urges Democrats to back national state and local candidates to ensure victory in November. It notes the party's desire for harmony and questions whether Republicans will hold a primary or let Corydon bosses choose a ticket as in the past.
The article notes the office cost $8,200 last year under a Democratic administration and $15,390 under a Republican administration, prompting questions about the substantial rise in expenses and the reasons behind the increase.
The piece notes political bosses resisting primaries, Wall Street backing Taft, and questions if Roosevelt funds the shift. It lauds Democratic ticket contenders as well qualified while criticizing a local Republican paper for avoiding causes behind the panic of 1907 and 1908, despite the party platform praising public office economy.
The clipping notes Dr. Finley traveling Tuesday to visit his son Dr J L Finley in Collison Illinois. He plans to attend the National Republican Convention in Chicago to maneuver Indiana delegates for Fairbanks. The piece touts Finley rising in ward politics and hints at a secondary ticket bid on a dark horse theory.
A columnist questions who is responsible for the empty dinner pail of laboring men and asserts they deserve a full share of prosperity just as in the past. The piece argues accountability for workers and calls for action.
Republican platform pledges in 1908 demand legislation opposed by Republican Congresses for twelve years. The stance appears unserious to sensible and self respecting people and is unlikely to gain traction or support.
The article notes that wheat prices are governed by foreign demand rather than the Dingley tariff, a view held by informed farmers who understand market forces.
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