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Newspaper
Elkhart Weekly Truth
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1908
Page
8
Fragment quotes discuss respecting honest propositions and uniting on a chosen route. Emphasizes not trampling ideas and allowing the majority to determine the path. Mentions hatch timing and comparing longer or shorter routes. References unity and fair decision making.
Frank Hering hails William Jennings Bryan as a man of moral principles while Lincoln is cited as a model. He argues the next election will hinge on ideals, not just issues, and urges Democratic support for Bryan as the era’s leading figure.
Harry B. Darling editor of the La Porte Argus Bulletin prophesies a sweeping Democratic win in 1908. He lauds W. J. Bryan as the era’s greatest commoner and claims Indiana will help elect the president, framing Bryan as a leading intellect acclaimed even by kings.
Senator L. T. Slack of Franklin urges young men to join a party that stands for a practical platform and elects Bryan president. He says 30,000 first voters must be reached and criticizes taxes and lack of sustained ad campaigns. The address centers on state affairs and party unity.
The menu listed Cream of Fowl Olives stuffed Lake Trout Espagnol Sauce Saratoga Chips Prime Roast of Beef Green peas Potato croquette Chicken salad Wafers Ice cream Cake Roquefort cheese Crackers Coffee Cigars. The Apollo orchestra provided music as a large waiter staff served in excellent style while rationing was handled smoothly.
Indianapolis lawyer and orator Henry Warrum, who spoke at a banquet, hurried to catch a train to Jacksonville, Ill. for a Bryan reception. He was joined by J. Kirby Risk. Warrum, former Indianapolis corporation counsel, has long been active in Indiana politics and will be a principal Bryan speaker in the region.
A Franklin native and 34yearold Senator L Ert Slack visited Elkhart on his first city swing. He holds an extensive legislative record from Johnson Shelby counties and the Indiana House, having served eight years and been a caucus nominee for speaker. Crowds greeted him warmly as he spoke and shook hands with locals, signaling strong campaigning potential. Slack then continued to South Bend.
Rev Thomas H Kuhn of Richmond a 50 year old preacher and Democrat launches a bid for Congress challenging Jim Watson. He claims he can beat Watson by 20,000 votes and vows a swift campaign despite not previously seeking office.
A candidate voiced confidence about securing the nomination during an evening event. Supporters gathered as the speaker touted momentum and outlined key policy positions amid growing anticipation.
Barnard editor of the Millersburg Grit is praised as one of the few men who could reach from smaller towns in the county, reflecting on his editorial reach and influence.
The report notes Roose, the county chairman, visiting with Democratic speakers from Indianapolis and guiding them to a local hotel.
The passage notes marked similarity in looks and speech between Harry B. Darling editor of JaPorter and Senator William Alden Smith of Michigan. It praises their exhorter demeanor and old fashioned pitch of voice.
J Kirby Risk, prominent Lafayette figure, attends gathering to hear what his longtime rival S M Ralston might say. Ralston was not present at the event.
H. Wastheim of Norfolk Virginia at the banquet expresses admiration for regional speakers and notes Indiana's tall speakers. He admits being drawn to the event by democratic oratory served in that setting.
At 8 30 last evening men who judged Frank Hering too young to speak later apologized to themselves and to him around 10 30 PM noting the tension over his speech and the crowd's reaction.
Attendees at the banquet let slip that B. Shively would be well received as a candidate for governor. The remarks suggest broader support for his potential statewide bid.
Fr. Jansen was among the most alert listeners at the speaking event. Adam E Wise of Plymouth and former Marshall county representative attended the speakers table. Bupett Cruil joined the banquet drawn by the promise of a strictly cold water affair and occupied a prominent place. The article notes support for water habit encouragement, especially when drawn through a water company meter.
A. G. Manning, a noted sociology student, attended the event as a prominent guest. He resides in South Bend and was highlighted for his energetic participation.
County Chairman Robert Proc rtor of Elkhart and the St Joseph county chair agree on April 9 for the Elkhart St Joseph judicial district convention to nominating a candidate for Superior Court judge. South Bend lawyers seek the nomination and Goshen or Wikhart may present a candidate while no opponent to Judge Van Pleet is announced.
Delegates arrive in Topeka for the state democratic convention to select delegates at large and alternate to the Denver national convention. Chairman W. H. Ryan to call the meeting to order at 10 tomorrow with William J. Bryan to receive a unanimous endorsement. A national committeeman contest to succeed John H. Atwood is expected to enliven the proceedings. The Congregational church ladies plan a patriotic supper Friday evening February 21 in the church SEE room with a menu including chicken pies and puddings.
Evelyn N. announces a twenty dollar annuity amid divorce rumors. Secretary Taft speaks in Lowell Mass asserting no danger of war with Japan. Lyman J. Gage and others testify before the House Banking Committee defending Fowler bill. European demoralization affects grain prices while stocks rise on Harriman issues and fall on Gould issues.
Rev Dr Eddy recalls two moments that broke his composure in sixty years of church work. A boy dropped spit balls toward a sleeping pillar figure, drawing the entire congregation’s attention. His son bled into his white duck suit, forming diagrams on his trousers as he moved, provoking a sharp correction from his mother.
Former Chairman praises a two system approach of requisitions likening it to a poet's marriage. The dialogue includes quips about wealth, debt, and providence amid broader notes on Great Forest Reserves of Nevada, detailing 8,528,479 acres in national forest reserves and Las Vegas Sheep Mountains at 195,840 acres.
Unclear fragment mentions Ana tired early Sunday and Mr. Wine, with quoted says that. The readable parts show two individuals and a brief dialogue fragment in a newspaper snippet.
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