Countywide wet vote would erase township dry status
An Indianapolis lawyer argues against simultaneous county and township units under a local option law, claiming a county wet vote would make the entire county wet. The Columbia City Post concurs that county unity would negate township remonstrances, urging the Democratic plan as the only real temperance proposal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sh. Fo Watson
Indianapolis
Phalanix
Prohibition
Allen County
Fort Wayne
Landbagger Roby Faces GOP Campaign Pressure About Assessments
Judge F S Roby of the Appellate court declines a $200 campaign assessment from the Republican committee citing lack of authority. A Dinwiddie letter threatens collection and a personal visit if unpaid. Disputes over money and morals stir infighting while local option remains a partisan point in Indiana politics.
Better Than Spanking Home Treatment for Bedwetting
A message from Mrs. M. Summers of Notre Dame Indiana offers a free home treatment for bedwetting claiming it cures children and adults with urine difficulties. No payment required and no money sent. instructions provided by mail to mothers seeking help.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Summers
Box W. Notre Dame
Ind
Sargeant Condemns Taft Decision On Labor Rights
The obituary notes Frank P. Sargeant dies last week. In 1893 he led the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen as Grand Master, condemning Judge Taft for a ruling that, he argued, reduced railroad workers to peonage and treated servicemen as mere machines. He warned the judge undermined state sovereignty and civil oath, while the court's grip kept freemen in bondage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank P. Sargeant
Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen
Taft
Iere
Sargent
Judge Tatt
United States Court
United States
Special Session Blame Game Divides Indiana Politics
The piece blames Republicans for the extra session and cost while urging Democrats to unite and correct the alleged GOP budget error. It argues the governor overstepped, questions Watson’s sincerity, and calls voters to judge in November based on party declarations.
Cannon Refuses to Reveal Wealth Behind Campaign Power
The piece accuses Joseph G. Cannon of using wealth and influence to control congress and shield trusts. It notes his role in promoting Sherman’s vice presidential nomination, leading a covert congressional campaign fund, and a planned Indianapolis speech. Bryan questions Cannon’s funds and methods, demanding disclosure of profits from sales.
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Joseph G. Cannon
Uncle Joe
House of Representatives
Congress
James B. Watson
House
Cannon
Sherman
Trusts
Can
Congressional Campaign
Watson
Indianapolis
Illinois
Peoria
Bryan
Olney
Mr. Bryan
Flo
Hoe
Mr. Cannon
Indiana
Taft and Wall Street Bite Warning in Market Report
A Wall Street view casts Secretary Taft as bark more than bite in the stock market discussion. The New York Journal of Commerce quotes cautious sentiment on tariff policy and railroad interests impacting markets.
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Wall Street
Taft
Stock Market Report
New York Journal of Commerce
Rep
Notice of final settlement hearing in Isaac Mauck estate
The administrator Samuel C. Mauck asks Harrison Circuit Court to approve final settlement of the Isaac Mauck estate. The hearing is set for Saturday October 3 1909 in Harrison County Indiana. Heirs creditors and interested parties must appear to show cause and prove heirship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isaac Mauck
Harrison
Harrison County
Ind
Samuel C. Mauck
Democratic clubs and songs energize Indiana campaign efforts
The piece outlines rapid growth of Democratic clubs in Indiana including Bryan and Kern groups, Young Men and Labor journal support for Bryan, and calls for unity to secure votes. It notes campaign songs issued by Tred Loftin and Vincent Kirk, plus a costly special legislative session prompted by party factional disputes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tred T. Loftin
Indianapolis
Dawn
Vincent, Kirk
Plymouth
Welkin
Taking the Stricken City
In the aftermath of San Francisco’s destruction a proposal urged duty free lumber for rebuilding but Republican leaders stalled it. They argued that foreigners should bear the tax yet the move would force the stricken city to pay ten percent more for lumber, delaying tariff revision lessons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Party
Best Burn Treatment Salve From L A Riely & Soc
Chamberlain's Salve is praised for rapid pain relief and scarless healing in minor burns and skin ailments. It also treats chapped hands sore nipples and other skin diseases. Priced at 25 cents and sold by L A Riely & Soc. September.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. A, Riely & Soc
Buff and White Leghorn Cockerels For Sale
Buff and White Leghorn cockerels available from Philip Herter Coryrpon R. R. 5. Call 163w for details and price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philip Herter
Coryrpon R. R
Farm for Rent Near New Middleton Town
Farm for rent three miles east of New Middle town. Contains 175 acres in good state of cultivation. Rent it at once. For details address Grorce WOOERTz Crandall Harrison County Farmers' Phone 232.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Middletown
Grorce Wooertz
Crandall
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Appellate Court
Republi
Tion
Ohio
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Manly
Freestone
Scott
Scott & Bowne
Pearl St
New York
Sargeant
Democratic Party
Sion
Cennes
Islature
Hanlyard Watson and
Cornin
Termine
Isfy
Terward
Specia
Joseph Russell
Missouri
Albert Cummins
Iowa
I. G. W. Mowrer
Corydon, End
Bryan and Kern
Marshall
The
Chicago Record
Durbin
Indianapolis Sun
Dr. King
Louis 8S
Riely
H. H. Miller
F. A. Ulen
Corydon, Indiana
Lew M. O’bannon
Attorney AT Law
Corydon
San Francisco
Harrison County Farmers
R. S. Kirkham
Corydon, Ind
Pfice
Lyde
R. Lottick
Conrad
Eee Parker
California
Washington
Oregon
LouisVille
New Albany
Chicago
K. H. Kaleis
Avent
H. Bacon
John H. Heth
Nurame
First National Bank
Swarens & Adam
Undertakers
Ramsey & Crandall
Eureka
OW Sungoy Role
Southern Railway
ST. Louis
Agents
Sepoiw
E.E. Crayden
Ramsey
Eureks
Trotter
Cumberland
Fredericksburg
D. EF. Lemmon
C. T. Wolfe, M. D
Icorydon
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