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Newspaper
Dakota City County Herald
Location
Dakota City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1908
Page
2
Attorney General Bonaparte answers Josephus Daniels on trust prosecutions under the Sherman act. He reports 225 proceedings since Roosevelt, with 73 won, 40 failed, 115 pending, and fines totaling 1 200 925.
The excerpts harshly challenge Bryan’s consistency, arguing his claims as a people’s champion clash with past actions. Critics say his immunity from attacks on non platform issues reveals fear of his record and the need to evaluate new proposals against his history.
From Labor World Pittsburgh the piece argues Roosevelt would vouch for Taft as labor’s true ally if he wins the presidency. It asserts Roosevelt’s sincere support for labor and claims labor unions nationwide view both leaders as committed allies, urging workers to accept Taft as Roosevelt’s co operator on labor issues.
Taft in Waterloo article reports Samuel Gompers' stance against the labor question and Republican tactics. The speech argues laborers think for themselves and reject cheap attacks that claim to oppose labor while oppressing it. The piece emphasizes sympathy with labor and opposition to capital misuse.
A New York World reporter notes William Jennings Bryan meeting a friendly old lady who confuses him with Theodore Roosevelt. Bryan, responding with a smile, clarifies his identity as Bryan. The piece observes Bryan’s increasingly personal attacks on Roosevelt and Taft, calling them warmer than logically urging.
Taft argues against mandatory deposit guarantees, contending government examinations fail to avert bank failures, attract inexperienced speculators, and cannot stop panics since cash is needed immediately during financial stringency. He emphasizes real money, not promises, is required.
Judge Taft at table Bock Neb denounces a charging headline as false. He cites Panama Canal era wages and the claim a laborer earns only a dollar per day, calling the assertion foolish and unsupported by any context or circumstance.
A Detroit speech argues for steadiness and honesty at the nation's head. It asserts progress requires a calm leader with analytical power and conviction and endorses William Taft, leaving his judicial record to workers to judge.
The Kansas City Times recalls 1900 critiques by William Jennings Bryan who warned of a military nation after the Philippines Porto Rico and army expansion. It notes the army grew from 25 000 to 70 000 without the predicted evils and questions why Bryan does not demand a reduction or address his past stance.
Governor Averies criticizes bank deposit guarantees as inadequate amid dangerous proposals. He says a policy framed against business hampers deposits, cites Oklahoma ventures exploiting the guarantee law, and urges restraint to avoid burdening prudent bankers.
A judge in Nebraska City voices a critique of political remedies touted by Mr. Bryan. He calls for prudent policy to protect families and argues that neglecting family welfare reflects poorly on patriotism and fatherhood.
Gov Hughes notes flaws in the Democratic platform proposal for a bank deposit guarantee. He argues banks would be forced to cover losses not their fault, cites insurance parallels, and warns such guarantees could invite reckless behavior and undermine supervision and an elastic currency system. He stresses prudent banks deserve protection without shifting risk to sound institutions.
The piece notes John Worth Kern explaining the loss of a Big Four Railroad pass bearing his name found at Connersville Indiana. He claims the pass was for travel as attorney for the railroad and says the matter is very simple. The pass is described as an annual railroad pass.
The article attacks Mr. Bryan's plan for an insurance based deposit guarantee, arguing no government or bank system supports such a scheme. It contends past records show folly in similar proposals, noting prior bank funds failed to avert panics. It warns the plan would encourage reckless banking and fail to protect deposits.
A Chicago Tribune excerpt argues loyalty to the Republican party contradicts criticizing its policies and urges Democrats to support Bryan against Taft. The piece cites former Cleveland aides and figures like Olney and Packer, asserting party realignment and bipartisan policy overlaps.
Beveridge at Terre Haute quotes urging laborers to consider daily bread before voting. He asks how Bryan's election might affect employment in factories and mines and encourages workers to discuss the issue with their families before choosing a president.
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