Democratic debate exposes inflated state office costs in 1907
Robert W. Miers charged honesty in politics at the Democratic state convention while contrasting 1907 governor’s office expenses with 1893 figures. Governor Hanly countered, noting major portions of the 1907 appropriations were not for office costs, with real costs rising about 27 percent since the panic year, as records show specific allocations for rent, salaries, and travel.
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Manhood suffrage duty urged in Indiana Democratic note
A Bloomington News editorial urges every American to vote on Nov 3, stressing the sacred duty of manhood suffrage. It praises Republican and Prohibition achievements in Indiana, critiques stay-at-home voters, and notes temperance as a key issue amid party rivalries and local options debates.
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Indiana Republicans Defend Record Amid Democratic Attacks
The piece condemns Democratic tactics and resurrected issues like Dingley tariffs and trusts. It asserts Indiana Republicans have a proven, constructive record while Democrats offer unfounded attacks and empty rhetoric. It warns voters that party control would undermine progress and emphasizes Republican achievements.
Fairbanks urged to accept vice presidency again if Taft is nominated
The Lafayette Courier and Eikhart Review advocate Fairbanks resuming the vice presidency should Taft be nominated at Chicago. They praise his four years of service and assert such selfless statesmen are essential to the nation’s governance.
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Indiana Republicans praise Taft in post convention talk
Prominent Indiana Republicans express strong support for William H. Taft after the national convention. Quotes emphasize Taft’s qualifications, a belief he will carry Indiana, and commitment to a united campaign.
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Taft Praised Across Papers as Ideal 1908 Candidate
Democratic comment surveys editorials from leading papers praising William Howard Taft as a broader safer choice than Roosevelt Knox and Hughes are noted for influence New York Times and others foresee Taft as next president if Bryan is the Democratic nomininee The sources highlight his brains character and track record while contrasting with Bryan who is described as a stump speaker and theoretical candidate Taft is pictured as the nation’s best choice for chief magistrate with broad public support and a strong platform.
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Big Dates in Taft's Life
A chronological list of key events in William Howard Taft's life spanning birth in Cincinnati to his 1908 presidential nomination. Includes education at Woodward High School Yale College and law school, early legal roles in Hamilton County, government posts in Ohio, Chief roles in national and overseas service, up to Secretary of War and presidential nomination.
Taft's First Fist Fight In 1880 Cincinnati
In fall 1880 William Howard Taft, then 23, fought a man named Rose who had slandered his father in a Cincinnati campaign. Taft beat Rose in his office until Rose fled town on an evening train, never to publish the paper again.
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