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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1908
Page
4
A voter message argues Republican policies boosted land and commodity prices over twelve years. It claims 1996 prices stem from free trade and Democratic rule, while 1908 prices reflect twelve years of protective tariffs. Farmers urged to study prices before voting in November.
A Indiana press roundup notes the Indiana Federation of Labor backs Taggart and brewers against temperance foes. It argues rural voters hold power, warns Republicans must keep the local option law, and cites editorials across Greenfield Elkhart New Castle Rockville Martinsville urging temperance unity and caution on party positions.
The article argues the United States and Britain will adopt a universal two-cent postage rate after October 1. It cites the Rome Universal Postal Congress of 1906, GOP credit for achieving cheaper rates, plus benefits like return coupons and expanded voting rights at future congresses. It adds demographic data on foreign-born residents and estimates savings for American and foreign correspondents. It appeals to Republican triumph and Monroe Doctrine expansion.
The piece contrasts Roosevelt's progressive regulatory approach with Bryan's platform, arguing Roosevelt aims to regulate and reform while preserving business vitality, whereas Bryan would destroy major enterprises and upend the economy. The author asserts Roosevelt would compel trusts to operate lawfully and benefit nationwide prosperity, while Bryan seeks to extirpate key industries.
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