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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1904
Page
4
The Covington paper argues for a cleaner city administration after a recent election victory. It credits Mr Jones with a large majority and calls for reforms supported by independent voters. The piece also notes discussions on Senator Fairbanks and potential vice presidential nominations with detailed Indiana political maneuvering.
The list shows gubernatorial candidate J Frank Hanly with running mate Hugh T Miller for lieutenant governor and Daniel E Storms for secretary of state. The ticket presents the three statewide offices on a single ballot row.
Republicans made a strong showing despite facing a city council majority of over one hundred. The ticket succeeded in electing one councilman and greatly reduced all other majorities below poll figures shown by both sides.
The piece notes reforms gaining support and citizens of the Third Ward showing confidence in their chosen leaders. It observes Republicans would have won with full turnout, but margins narrowed from 57 to 3, signaling reform momentum from a conservative base and urging acceptance of new city leaders.
An advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion with a testimonial of weight gain from a twelve pound purchase. It argues affordability at eight cents a pound and promises a free sample, listing Scott & Bowne as chemists at 409 Pearl Street New York and noting availability from all druggists.
The Indianapolis Sentinel warns that thousands of poor children and all voters face rising living costs and scarce wages. It argues trust prices depress living standards and credits Republicans with any curtailed trusts while criticizing Democrats for inaction.
A speaker criticizes leaders for failing to act and urges voters of all ages and classes to uncover the full truth before judging candidates. He argues only informed voters can choose policies that serve their best interests.
In The Commoner W J Bryan says reorganizers seek uninstructed delegates pledged to Cleveland Hill Parker Gorman or other reactionaries. He claims Indiana's state committee is Parkerized to push Parker and block any Bryan aligned candidate, signaling factional nomination pressure.
The senator challenges the Panama affair despite administration actions. The piece criticizes his stance as immature and argues the Democratic position remains muddled while the public desires the canal. It questions leadership qualifications and highlights ongoing political confusion.
The article frames the 104 campaign as a clash between Republican leadership and Democratic mismanagement, highlighting contrasting claims and political fault lines without detailing specific events or figures. The piece emphasizes partisan critique over concrete policy analysis.
The passage argues that beauty and plausibility of democratic theory fail in practice as leaders fight to stay in power. It claims the Republican Party can deliver results, while the Democratic Party shows it cannot, leaving the public seeking effective governance.
The passage notes Parker’s belief in 1896 and the relief felt when sufficient Americans voted against the cause he supported. It frames the turnout as saving the country from disaster and distress Parker anticipated if his side had prevailed.
Opponents accuse J Frank Hanly of a stance on labor during the gubernatorial nominating contest. The debate provides his backers a chance to declare his real position on labor matters and win support from labor allies.
The article labels Thomas Taggart as cunning and shrewd yet suggests his claim of suppressing the Bryanites in the state is a blunder. It frames his political strategy as risky and potentially flawed.
Mrs. J. E. Finn of Buffalo writes that after health collapsed she could not rest a year. She used Peruna Medicine Co. tonic from Columbus and within two months felt fully recovered. Now a dose or two keeps her energy up and she seeks free medical advice from Dr. Hartman in Columbus.
The Chicago Chronicle reports Hearst papers back municipal ownership of Chicago street railways while opposing it in its own pages. It cites a Chicago vote showing about 152 434 in favor and 31 04 against, a five to one margin in favor of the Hearst position.
Senator Gorman warns the Roosevelt administration threatens Democratic hopes. He voices concern over policy direction and political impact ahead of upcoming events.
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