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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1910
Page
2
The notice from Corydon Indiana outlines display ads at 10 cents per inch and readers at 5 cents per line with special rates for lengthy or profit related notices. It specifies obituaries and notices for churches and entertainments with charges per line and guidelines for payment and copy submission.
A brief political note dismisses Beveridge Republicans in the county as lacking courage, implying weak leadership or resolve among party members.
The piece argues for a strong Democratic year nationwide with Maine leading and voters in the western regions sharing the same sentiment. It urges Democrats to rally and perform their full role to realize a decisive party victory.
A broad claim that Democratic victory began in Maine this year and will sweep the nation to the Pacific coast outlines a partisan forecast. The statement projects a nationwide trend tied to the Maine start.
The article notes growing dissension within Republican ranks as the rift between President Taft and former President Roosevelt widens, complicating party unity and policy direction.
The remark asks when Harrison County Republicans ever aided Democratic electees and why Democratic voters should support Republican candidates, framing the issue as a paradox in local politics.
Across party lines, many citizens praise public officials who draw large salaries and diligently attend to duties, rather than handing offices to new hands.
The writer urges Harigan County to favor Democratic candidates after claiming Republicans have controlled affairs too long and asking how residents benefited from that balance of power.
A local appeal urges every Democrat in the county to vote for the Democratic candidates for the legislature to help send John Worth Kern to the United States Senate based on his experience and life struggles.
Congressman James A. Tawney longtime chairman of the House Appropriations Committee loses in Minnesota's first district to Sidney Anderson. The defeat signals waning Standpat support as insurgents gain ground ahead of a anticipated Democratic landslide in November.
The era of political uncertainty grows as Republican Standpatters who led the party for years face internal revolt. Vice President James S. Sherman was rejected by his own New York Assembly district as chairman of the Republican State Convention, reflecting insurgent opposition within the party.
Senator Eugene Hale of Maine retires from re election amid a 36 seat Democratic edge in the Maine legislature. In Washington Miles Poindexter, an insurgent Republican, wins the Senate nomination by about 40 000 votes despite opposition from Taft and Ballinger.
Several Republicans in the county argued for a resolution at the August 20 Republican mass convention to endorse Senator Beveridge. They believed the move would spark a sharp debate and perhaps gain endorsement.
The passage notes Republicans in Harrison county may ignore Taft and Corydon Republican editors on Payne Aldrich law. It recalls Roosevelt accusing many men of lying and speculates he might condemn Taft and Sherman as liars again before frost.
Voters hear whether GOP hopefuls pledge to focus on official duties if elected or prioritize personal business, potentially ceding tasks to others. The campaign messaging contrasts public service commitment with private enterprise interests within the county.
The piece lauds former Indiana leaders Thomas R. Marshall and Robert J. Aley for their praised administrations. It notes Aley left office to lead an eastern institution and introduces Charles A. Greathouse as his successor, urging voters to support Democratic changes and other offices this year.
Congressman James B. Watson predicts Indiana will vote Democratic after Roosevelts interference with Taft and Standpatters. He cites Beveridge facing pressure as Roosevelt enters the quarrel, with Fairbanks Hemenway Durbin and others in the same camp confident Beveridge will be defeated.
The speaker asserts record graft in public office over the last decade and accuses Secretary of the Interior Ballinger of attempting to cede $50 million worth of Alaska coal lands to campaign financiers, noting Taft’s continued support for Ballinger.
Roosevelt skips Chicago Republican club banquet as Lorimer seat ethics divide. An invitation to Senator Lorimer was withdrawn amid clear findings that he bought his Senate seat, while Taft may attend a banquet honoring Lorimer despite the controversy.
The passage recalls 1912 Indiana outcomes with Thomas R. Marshall as Governor Dr. Robert J. Aley as Superintendent and Benjamin F. Shively as U.S. Senator. It argues that a renewed Democratic effort could elect a Democratic legislature and send John W. Kern to the Senate.
The Corydon Republican lambasted Congressman Cox for supporting tariff free lumber. When the tariff bill passed Senate Senator Beveridge voted with Cox, yet the political editor of the local Republican organ said nothing about Beveridge.
James E. Watson a former Indiana Republican candidate for governor says Indiana will vote Democratic in November in a Washington interview. Observers cite his political experience as basis for the prophecy about Indiana’s outcome this year.
The article notes Standpatters are losing across the country to insurgents and suggests local Republicans may regret their hard Standpat stance from the mass convention resolutions.
In a mass convention on August 20 the county Republicans adopt resolutions and avoid mentioning Indiana Senator Albert J. Beveridge, signaling no insurgent faction within the group.
The Maine result suggests Democrats will outperform insurgents and standpatters in November as the insurgents lose ground in western primaries.
The remark notes no reports suggesting Fairbanks Watson Hemenway and Durbin will mourn a large Democratic win in Indiana this year. It frames the scene as uncertain and contrasts expectations with political figures.
The piece critiques Indiana Republicans for praising Beveridge for opposing the Payne Aldrich tariff while endorsing Taft for signing it. It notes a shift as many Republicans tire of party control by a corrupt fund and expect GOP losses like Maine, predicting Democrats gains. It mentions Roosevelt, Bryan, and general voter disillusion.
The remark notes Republicans prefer a Beveridge and option resolutions be avoided, allowing candidates to maneuver on both questions. It claims a double game is in play as candidates dodge clear stances to maximize gain.
Corydon Republican items from September 15 and 22 1910 praise President Roosevelt and project a welcoming reception in Indiana. The notices emphasize anticipated applause and pride as Roosevelt visits on October 13.
In an interview Senator Beveridge projects Indiana will vote Republican by a 50 000 margin. The remark is paired with a parable about a boy who whistles to keep courage in the dark.
An off year mood grips Fairbanks Watson Durbin Hanly Republicans as Bev eridge notes many party officials are absent from active involvement amid a political lull.
Citizens urged to back the Democratic candidates for the state legislature to secure John W. Kern a seat in the United States Senate. The call to vote emphasizes party alignment and broader legislative support.
The message calls on all Harrison county Democrats to perform their duties and support the entire Democratic ticket this year. It also notes anticipation of Senator Beveridge's speech opening the campaign in the state.
The piece expresses a desire for a traditional Democratic win in Harrison County this year, framing the contest as a return to familiar party strength. It notes local stakes and political sentiment driving turnout and support.
An advertisement invites deposits with 5 percent interest at the Corydon Savings and Loan Association. It offers paid up shares at $100 each or installment shares with $1 per month minimum payments. Investors may purchase one or more shares if funds are available.
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