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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1900
Page
4
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The document lists national and local Democratic ticket lines with candidates for president and vice president, including William Jennings Bryan and Adlai E Stevenson, plus sections showing county and local names. It appears as a fragmented historical newspaper layout with voter and party listings and candidate mentions.
The party convened in New York last Wednesday after a failed Indianapolis attempt to nominate a ticket. Donaldson Caffrey of Louisiana was named for President and Archibald Murray Howe of Massachusetts for Vice President, with seven of forty five states represented.
W. J. Bryan questions Republicans about Filipino status arguing a choice between citizenship or subjection. He states he does not want Filipinos as citizens or subjects, but wishes to grant independence and let them determine their own destiny.
A quotation attributed to William Jennings Bryan argues for a government that offers hope to the poor and protects families, while condemning elites who rob the masses and label dissenters as anarchists. The speaker critiques protection of a few through exploitation and calls for reform.
The report contrasts Bryan's nationwide demagoguery with McKinney remaining in Washington watching state affairs. Roosevelt, then New York governor, headlines a large stump speech alongside Breen, while McKinley’s stance on Philippine policy remains distant.
A political attack claims Arthur Sewall died before a Sept. 6 Republican notice and accuses Republicans of lies. The author denounces the tactic as desperate and vile, noting Sewall’s death occurred Sept. 5 and condemning the campaign as dishonorable slander.
The Vermont state vote last week showed a reduced Republican majority and stronger Democratic gains. Democrats lead by about 15 percent while Republicans drop roughly 10 percent. Indiana analysts warn such shifts hint at a broader fall in GOP support and a larger Bryan victory if repeated nationally.
A teacher reports a township Republican “heeler” offered to secure a teaching license in exchange for votes for the Republican trustee candidate. The speaker doubts the county superintendent’s involvement and urges exposure of similar cases, promising affidavits from others who were approached. The public is urged to seek accountability.
A local assassination editor lambasts a Kentucky petit jury for convicting a Republican while ignoring four Republican grand juries in the county that failed to indict ex-officials. He rails against Goebelism when outcomes favor his side and stays silent otherwise.
Political rallies outline a series of Democratic addresses across Harrison county with Attorney General candidate W. T. Zenor Congress hopeful J. L. O Bannon and others scheduled in Corydon Palmyra New Salisbury Scott and Harrison townships and various school houses on September 15 through the 22nd including Crosby Briles Macedonia and Seiter carpel house venues with multiple speakers listed.
Henry Lamb of Harrison county now in New Albany buys apples and declares he will vote for Bryan. Lamb, a prominent Republican for life, cites his exposure to McKinley trust workings and notes a crowd of 500 commercial men with 220 former Republicans not backing McKinley.
The National Reform Party tabbed Seth Ellis of Ohio for president and Samuel I Nichol son of Pennsylvania for vice president. A referendum system gauged the party ticket.
Miners and iron workers across Alabama faced reduced activity last week. The Bessemer pipe plant shut down due to wage cuts, with laborers refusing to work.
A Republican spin and politicians complain of losing Kentucky governorship while claiming foul play. The piece argues no one was killed in the alleged theft, comparing to past presidential and congressional gains. It labels Goebelism as acceptable when it benefits Republicans and contrasts Democratic restraint.
Golden Rule Jones of Toledo who won 106000 votes for governor last year now carries united Democratic backing in his district for Congress. Analysts expect his vote to consolidate Democratic strength, leaving McKinley facing a strong surprise in Ohio this fall.
The threatened coal strike involving 143,000 miners in Pennsylvania is delayed for a few days as negotiations proceed. Miners demand the right to live as prices rise above wages, warning that trusts and imperialism threaten workers and republics alike.
A stark protest claims young Harrison County men face conscription dangers from imperialism while older leaders shout for war from home.
In Maine on Monday the Republican loss exceeds 12 percent while Democrat gains approach 23 percent. The piece notes Bryan as the so called poor man's candidate and frames the electoral shift in clear terms.
A school teacher accused of being inducible by promises of a school or teaching license is described as weak, despicable, and unfit for decent company. The text urges the teacher to stand firm, defend dignity, and seek redress if insulted, through proper legal channels.
Crowds converge on Bryan and Democracy in a mass arrival described as a sweeping coastal to inland movement. Organizers estimate tens of thousands participate, signaling broad support and notable turnout.
The commissioners court reports a $44,441 balance for Lanesville school board and lists quarterly fee totals for Sheriff Baelz Auditor Watson and Recorder Denbo. Contracts include a $1,060 residence for the poor farm superintendent, wood and groceries suppliers, a ferry license, and a $665 bridge at New Amsterdam. Aid granted to Washington Lincoln and tax refunds noted.
An offer from Riely & Son's to provide a free sample bottle of Boochee’s German Syrup for adults with cold related chest throat or lung troubles. Limit one bottle per person and none to children without parental order. The ad touts past large distributions and claims physician endorsement and universal sale through dealers worldwide.
John S. Halloway of French Camp Mississippi reports a thirty year battle with diarrhoea ended by Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy after using several bottles. He urges availability through KE S Crosier, Druggist.
A broker urges readers to verify fire insurance, asking if they are insured and if their company will pay promptly. The note recommends H. H. Miller of Corydon Indiana for fire cyclone and lightning coverage.
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