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Newspaper
Elkhart Daily Review
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1908
Page
6
A historical recitation of William Jennings Bryan's harsh denouncements of former Gold Standard figures and Cleveland while courting party unity. The piece cites his 1896 lines on ex-Democrats and his later jabs at Cleveland and Parker, plus his stance on Roger Sullivan and labor figures like Mr Keefe.
A Crawfordsville speech by Thomas R. Marshall, Democratic candidate for governor, draws critique over his college ties at Wabash College and his stance on county option. The piece accuses Marshall of pressuring fellow Democrats to oppose the county option law and links brewery interests to his campaign.
The piece mocks Stokes Jackson, Indiana Democratic chairman, for accusing employers of coercing workers to back Republicans. It recalls a Laporte County tale debunked as false, notes coercion laws, warns against boycotts, and argues Jackson clings to outdated campaign tactics while hoping voters are fooled.
Senator Hemenway questions Marshall on repeal of Indiana factory inspection law. Marshall dislikes factory inspection and sanitary enforcement but avoids public denial. He claims the law is a sop to labor while appealing to workers, and brewers are blamed for blinding them.
The Helkhar t Review condemns residents who claim no interest in politics during the contest. It argues no eligible voter should be indifferent, calling such stance disgusting and unpatriotic.
Special Correspondence from Indianapolis notes Thomas R. Marshall’s frequent praise of Abraham Lincoln provokes Indiana Republicans who recall Lincoln’s wartime policies. They question Marshall’s lineage and political alignment, citing his paternal ancestor’s Democratic stance and past opposition to Lincoln.
The Terre Haute Locomotive Engineers present Congressman Watson with a train man lantern as appreciation for steady support of railroad workers and organized labor. A rail firemen’s token for Senator Hemenway follows, offering an automatic ashpan to prevent accidents, with votes on November 3 backing James Alexander Hemenway.
The State Presbyterian Synod of Indiana met in Richmond last week and adopted strong resolutions endorsing the Anti Saloon League and urging continuation of the county local option law. The body united in opposing brewery influence and signaling support for Republican tickets in temperance policy. Berne Witness notes many ministers align with Prohibitionists backing Republican actions this year.
Martinsville Reporter notes that if temperance Democrats vote their convictions in the upcoming election the county option statute will be safe from repeal for two years.
Crawfordsville Journal notes that Mr. Marshall could win every saloon vote in Montgomery County if temperance supporters rally to his side. The piece suggests voters will back Marshall and Democratic candidates to advance their interests in practical terms.
The Marion Chronicle notes Mr. Marshall argues for election on claims of Republican extravagance while voters focus on value received for taxes. It adds that average taxpayers currently pay more per dollar than ever, emphasizing net benefit over amount taxed.
A quotation notes that the Republican party, from its origin to Indiana, has been a debt paying party, restoring a reputation for paying debts created by the Democratic party. The remark emphasizes fiscal responsibility over debt accumulation.
J W McNeal of the National Bank of Commerce Guthrie condemned Oklahoma's deposit guarantee law as dangerous and perni cious. He warned that it spurred bank charters by speculators, noting 47 new banks since passage and a wave of small capital ventures using the state backing to attract deposits.
A reader recalls Tom Marshall’s April remarks and criticizes his drop in candor and literary quality during the gubernatorial campaign. The note cites his cynical humor, distracted speeches, and a parade zeroing in on a crowd. The writer attributes Marshall’s shift to his political allies Taggart, Lieber, Fleming and Al Ballard.
Tolstoy, the Russian critic of coercive government, sent his regards to William Jennings Bryan and praised his anti capitalist stance. The letter notes Bryan's activity is kin dred to Tolstoy's, though the missive may not be widely used by Democratic committees.
Newest state discourse centers on the local option law and a Senate race. The New Castle Courier notes the issue transcends party lines, asking whether brewers or the people will prevail, and warnings about ballots as statements of conscience.
A columnist labels brewers posters as impertinent and godless and urges Christians to oppose repeal of the county local option law. The piece frames the conflict as a choice between township unit and county control, praising supporters of county local option and condemning brewers as sinister agents.
The Kansas City Kan. article cites statistics on abolishing saloons showing increased bank deposits and population, reduced crime costs, lower taxes, and more building. It also notes a decline in police and detective needs and fewer dependents, with a major labor dispute in Logansport over Sam Gompers remarks.
Crawfordsville Journal reports a brewery alliance led by Tom Tageart planning retaliation against Republicans over the county data option law. The piece warns temperance supporters that backing Tom Marshall and Democrats could condemn them, while praising six Democrats who supported county local option. It suggests Jim Watson’s fate hinges on temperance courage.
Senator Hemenway cites Indiana history of the local option system starting with the 1895 law by a Republican legislature. He notes repeated improvements by Republicans over twelve years and asserts Democrats only recently accepted the local option principle as accurate.
An examination of party realignment amid temperance debates. The speaker argues the Democratic party has aligned with brewers and saloon interests, while temperance advocates face a choice between supporting prohibition measures or the Republican side. The piece urges prudent patriotism and wisdom in votes.
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