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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1916
Page
4
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The piece urges Democrats to unite for a big November win, criticizing Republicans for their tariff stance and campaign rhetoric. It questions Republican forecasts on agricultural prices under Wilson administration and notes GOP leaders avoiding criticism of a popular currency law.
The piece argues Republicans lack a clear stance on major issues after Chicago conventions. Roosevelt delays backing Hughes until he sees his positions, while GOP supporters fret over currency, tariff records, and a lack of solid policy. The author predicts a lively national campaign if Republicans stabilize their platform.
Secretary Lansing rebuts Carranza demands to withdraw troops. U S forces remain to punish cross-border outlaws and protect American lives and property as he warns of grave consequences if Mexico ignores its duty to halt bandit incursions.
The speaker recounts the shift from elite favoritism to an even handed government aiding all. He credits the federal reserve act with freeing business and farmers from financial domination and panic, and cites ongoing efforts to stimulate industry agriculture and trade through government agencies.
Temporary Chairman Glynn lauds Woodrow Wilson as the embodiment of Americanism and peace. He asserts Wilson has met the nation’s duties, prepared the country for prosperity, and will be remembered as the president who embodyed democratic ideals during Europe’s war.
The piece argues about who controlled the 1912 Republican national convention with leaders such as Boss Tenrose Barnes Smoot Gallinger and Murray Crane named, and questions who steered the 1916 convention. It critiques Republican strategy toward Wilson’s policy and Hughes Fairbanks electoral prospects amid Mexican and European issues.
The Kansas City Journal argues the Mexican situation cannot be reversed. It asserts that if Mexico planted troops in Texas or New Mexico after an American raid, the United States would not tolerate it and would pursue wrongdoers, while Mexico must restore order and capture Villa.
Bainbridge Colby argues in the New York World that Progressives favor thoughtful debate over tantrums and defend the President facing extraordinary problems. He cites Lincoln’s 1864 remark that administration was stumbling along yet moving right, urging reflection on whether the current stumble is toward the right path.
The piece argues that Democratic policy since Jefferson expanded American merchant marine and trade. It cites a rise in merchant ships under the US flag and a doubling of the share of commerce carried domestically after the 1914 registry act, noting 1916 as a year of leadership in commerce and shipbuilding.
Ex Senator John Sharp Williams critiques Republican machine strengths and old guard fears while noting Democrats push a defined tax issue. The piece questions voter stance on the income tax and urges support for the Democratic ticket against Standpat opposition.
A speech extols unprecedented national wealth with high purchasing power and abundant exports and imports. The speaker claims broad equity in wealth distribution and record bank deposits, urging confidence in ongoing prosperity.
Edwin M. Lee, chairman of the Progressive State Committee, predicts President Wilson will win Indiana next November by a handsome plurality unless the political drift shifts. He says Democrats may carry Indiana whether or not Progressives mount a state ticket, with most Progressives likely to back Wilson.
Beware of claims for catarrh cures that contain mercury and may harm the senses. Hall's Catarrh Cure from Fd Cheney Co Toledo claims to act internally on blood and mucous surfaces. Sold by druggists at 75 cents per bottle with testimonials available. includes mention of Hell's Family Pills for constipation.
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