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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1908
Page
4
An open letter criticizes Governor Haskell linked to a national campaign and urges voters to judge Mr. Taft by his deeds. The author condemns partisan influence and argues measures proposed would fail to fix national issues, warning against political manipulation and forgetting past actions.
Judge Taft outlines Bryan's twelve year trend of unfulfilled promises and impractical reforms. He criticizes Bryan for relying on eloquence over action, warns that electing him would repeat the disastrous business conditions of the prior Democratic administration.
A historical snapshot shows savings bank totals rising from 1.14 million in 1820 to 3.69 billion, with per capita averages from 12 cents to over 42 dollars. It notes rising wealth concentration and political commentary by Bryan and Joyce in Baltimore American.
A Roosevelt addresses citizens urging support for Taft highlighting his moral leadership and proven deeds. He argues Taft’s policies hold immeasurable consequence for the honor and interests of the American people.
The piece notes several high profile Democratic defections toward Taft and Sherman. It highlights Chicago figure William Prentiss backing Taft, California’s John J. Barrett switching to Republican, and Maryland leaders like W A Garrett and Leigh Bonsal announcing support for Taft. It also cites North Carolinian editor Silas McBee supporting Taft and a New York newspaper, Ithaca Chronicle, endorsing Taft and Sherman.
A Taft defense praises his labor rulings that lifted unions from English conspiracy beliefs and stabilized union rights. It credits his decisions with protecting workers and pleasing both sides, noting Bryan’s scare tactics as political theater.
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