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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1902
Page
4
The Corydon Chronicle editorials attack the terms colonialism and imperialism as un-American, question Roosevelt’s stance on McKinley’s policy, and criticize the Republican handling of tariffs, taxes on finance, and wartime funds. The piece laments tax actions and public accusations about liberty’s torch and Lincoln’s birthplace sale for taxes.
The piece argues for tariff reform and defense of constitutional government against Philippine trends. It urges a fair Democratic primary without fairness concerns toward any candidate and frames the contest as a family matter guided by the golden rule. It also questions Schwab the steel trust on ships and subsidies.
The sentiment in favor of tariff revision grows despite party leaders’ efforts to suppress it. Critics say the protective system is misrepresented and fails to shield industries, instead fostering a community of interests that restrains legitimate trade.
The passage describes a lively, cordial campaign mood with rivals neck and neck toward a finish. It stresses calm sportsmanlike conduct, a strong field, and a hopeful outcome regardless of who wins the nomination.
Governor Taft told the House Insular Committee last Tuesday that about 250000 to 300000 slaves exist in the Philippines. He notes the Democrats claimed the flag protected slave trade and implies Republicans previously denied it. The message targets veterans and questions Republican credibility.
A critique rails against imperial policy and class privilege while noting Roosevelt snubs Boer envoys seeking aid for their republic. It reports a split in Clark county Republican ranks at Charlestown with rival delegates and heated tensions, foreshadowing a contentious primary fight.
Back Creek on 4 boom. Henry Fisher left Saturday for New Albany to work at his trade. Strand Blake closed his No 3 school last Thursday with a large reunion and music by Jenkins band. Isaac Beanblossom closed Pleasant Grove school last Friday with a spelling bee and reunion. Robi Richard Isaac Wiseman and Ed Richard started for New Albany with four four horse loads of onion sets Monday.
The undersigned offer to furnish all kinds of building lumber on short notice. We cut Darn or house patterns to order. Call or leave your order with Wareon and Thomas at our mill in Heth township.
Geo K Gwartney announces withdrawal from the Democratic candidacy for Congress in Harrison County after Judge Zenor refuses to submit to primaries. He cites late primaries, county committee hurdles, and Cox’s decline, expressing hope to run again in two years.
Wheat improves in the locality as Lee Ludlow of Louisville visits friends. J L OBannon campaigns among Democrats. Bro Hutsell to preach at Union Chapel Saturday night before the first Sunday next month. A child of Chas McCarty dies of brain fever and is buried at Union Chapel. The last Boone township teachers institute at No 4 discussed all subjects. dinner by patrons. Jenkins orchestra provided music.
The ad claims biliousness and constipation cause complexion problems and eruptions. DeWitt's Little Early Risers are described as safe gentle laxative pills that keep the liver and bowels in healthy condition. Albany Georgia resident C E Hooper endorses them as effective for biliousness and general well being.
The Harrison County Democratic Central Committee meets in Corydon on February 15 1902 to set a March 15 primary for county and district offices with Australian voting, pencil marks, and specific counting rules. It designates polling places, canvassing at Corydon March 17, and delegate allocations based on county results plus rules for party conventions and candidate assessments.
Text outlines procedures for Democrat primary nomination including casting lots for nominations, precinct committeemen election timing, meeting in Corydon to elect officers, vacancy filling by the county chairman, polling room setup with duties and pay, and eligibility of legal voters for the November election. Emery H. Breeden is secretary and H. J. Frrepury chairs the committee.
Henry W. Den O of Corydon Indiana offers White Wyandotte hatching eggs with 93 to 94 percent fertility at $1.00 per 15. Bookings accepted for February through May. first come, first served for early orders.
An advertisement by Wim A Russell promotes quick cough relief and cold cure with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets priced at 25 cents. The offer promises no cure no pay and attention to short notice sales in La Conia Indiana.
An advertisement explains causes of unwanted thinness linked to overwork and poor digestion. It promotes Scott's Emulsion of Cod Liver Oil as a balancing aid, notes limits, and invites readers to request a free sample from 409 Pearl Street New York. It warns oil is a quick fix for appetite loss but requires activity and urges choosing the genuine bottle with the picture.
William T. Zenor of Harrison County campaigns for Congress subject to the Democratic convention, announcing his candidacy ahead of the primary on Saturday, March 15. The filing aligns with party processes under congressional election rules.
A. J. Lopp of Heth township declares his run for Representative pending the Democratic primary convention action.
C W Cook of Harrison county seeks the Democratic nomination for Judge of the 3rd Judicial Circuit comprising Harrison and Crawford counties. He enters the race in the primary elections, subject to party delegates.
Harrrison county official Hon. Smith Askren announces candidacy for Joint Senator of the district combining Harrison and Floyd counties subject to the Democratic primary elections and district rules.
James A. McRae of Taylor Township is a candidate for Auditor subject to Democratic primaries. George L. Hess of Franklin Township, Samuel C. Maucke of Scott Township, and Jacob L. O Bannon of Harrison Township are also candidates or participants in the Democratic primary processes.
Edward O'Connor of Boone township seeks re-election to the county treasurer post subject to Democratic primary action.
Philip E. Lotich of Harrison township stands subject to the Democratic primary election process as party nomination procedures move forward.
C H Ginkins David Miller Daniel Sharp Smith Patterson James Brewster and Frank M Wilson are named as Recorder candidates from Harrison and Posey townships subject to Democratic primary actions and conventions.
Andrew J. McIntosh of Jackson township Thomas J. Stevens of Jackson township David Kaylor of Morgen township and C William Richert of Jackson township seek the Democratic primary for Commissioner of the First District.
Amos W. Yeager of Heth township is a candidate for Commissioner of the Third District subject to the Democratic primary. Edmond B. Love of Heth township is also a candidate for Commissioner of the Third District pending Democratic action.
Hugh H. Rhodes of Harrison Township enters the Democratic primary race for Surveyor, seeking the party nomination.
W S Nye of Harrison township announces candidacy for re election as County Coroner subject to Democratic party action. Nye has served as coroner and seeks continued tenure pending party ballot decisions and voter support.
DEMOSTHENES C. DAVIS and LUTHER STOVER vie for Supervisor District 3 in Harrison township both pending township decisions. ANDREW J. ROSENBARGER seeks District 4 in Harrison township subject to the Township Democratic Convention action. ANDREW EHALT aims for District 1 in Harrison township pending convention action. ALVA HEISHMAN seeks District 2 in Scott township subject to Democratic primary action.
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