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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1904
Page
7
A compilation of partisan predictions from various figures including Governor McMillip, Judge Parker supporters, and Democrat Edward Shepard. Claims Maryland New York West Virginia Colorado Indiana Illinois and others will vote Parker and Davis. critiques of Roosevelt and Roosevelts era policies. debates over fiscal and administrative conduct. calls for transparency in postal affairs and federal budgeting.
The Roosevelt acceptance letter mirrors Henry Cabot Lodge with rough rider traits and stand-pat stances. It portrays insolent replies to Democratic questions and a belief in majority rule with minimal interference. The piece suggests possible collaboration between the two celebrated figures.
A partisan defense of Judge Parker arguing his labor record proves he would protect workers against Roosevelt and corporate interests. The piece contrasts Parker with Roosevelt, cites Parker’s NY decisions on prevailing wages, convict-made goods, and state labor protections, and asserts Parker would defend constitutional rights and curb employer abuses.
The article extols Judge Parker as a staunch ally of labor, citing his decisions in labor disputes such as the National Protective Association of Steam Fitters and Helpers v. James M. Cumming, and argues he would be a true labor friend in the White House. It contrasts him with Roosevelt, accusing the President of kowtowing to corporate mine owners in Colorado.
The Houston Post warns voters that if Roosevelt wins he will hold the whip hand, drive the people as cattle, and act more impulsively and ruthlessly in a second term, predicting a surge of imperious will that could unsettle the nation.
The Full of Wind era hits the region as The Pullman Car Works closes Thursday leaving 7000 out of work. Jeffersonville car works near closure and cement mills in Clark idle. J. Kern rises in cost while the full dinner pail grows full of wind.
John Mitchell Jr of Richmond Virginia, a respected black bank president, argued that there is no inherent race conflict in the South and blamed loafers from both races. He cited Virginia negro bankers with 2500000 in capital and 900000 in deposits, praising white assistance. Col Lowry and Mr Bigelow echoed support.
The Baltimore Herald reports strong grounds for predicting Democratic wins in five of six Maryland congressional districts. The sixth district hinges on a large begro vote with the Republican incumbent likely safe. The paper signals presidential preference aligning with Virginia, favoring Parker over Cleveland by a wider margin than in 1892.
Editorials across New York papers reveal sharp disagreement over the Republican slate. The Sun attacks Bruce as unfit for lieutenant governor, Higgins praised by the Press, and the Wall Street Journal derides the ticket under Odellism. The Tribune remains the lone NYC ally for the so called Grocery Shop Ticket.
The argument contrasts Cuba and the Philippines as tests of self government. It notes allied support for war with Spain, claims the US promised independence for both nations, and asserts that Cuba gained freedom while the Philippines did not receive lasting self rule under President Theodore Roosevelt. The piece urges backing Judge Parker in November.
Prominent Independents in New York show strong enthusiasm for Judge Merrick as governor nominee, with leaders like John E. Parsons and Everett P. Wheeler pledging to work against Odellism and Rooseveltism. Democrats are seen as likely to deliver large majorities for both state and national tickets.
The speaker decries Americans paying about 130 million dollars annually to foreign ship owners for transporting U S cargoes. He questions why he resists a subsidy remedy, noting it involves no greater robbery of the people than seen under various Dingley tariffs.
Baltimore business circles cite the anti trust issue as the top concern. W E Jenkins of the Travelers Protective Association credits the coal and beef trusts with direct impact on households. He notes Judge Parker's decision against trust railroads sparks enthusiasm and predicts a vigorous campaign to support Parker with broad local backing.
Frank Streat of Flint Michigan ex president United Commercial Travelers warns that trusts hurt retail storekeepers and workers by driving wages down and limiting purchases to bare necessities. He charges trusts are a hideous offspring of the Republican party.
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