Bread and not empty words in Democratic platform debate
A cautious view on free silver and party unity argues that the Democratic Party should abandon populist rhetoric and adopt practical policies to improve wages and prosperity. It asserts silver advocates failed in two elections, warns against gold to silver shifts, and calls for a new, united platform focusing on bread over empty words.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Partizan
Chicago
Kansas City
Democratic Party
Free Silver
A Beautiful Death Scene in Chicago
Julia Steelman died after a long illness in Chicago yesterday. Her mother Mrs. Julia Nichols recounts how Julia spoke of dying with happiness, led in singing, and described a final radiance she saw before her passing. Family members were present at the bedside as she whispered her last words.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Julia Steelman
Chicago
Julia Nichols
Julia’s
W. T.’ Nichols
Ben Moore
Stewart
Hoséa Steelman
Ben
Political Bribery by Appropriations Reported in Washington
Reports from Washington claim congress will curb the surplus by means astonishing to the world. The river and harbor bill is to be padded with appropriation bribes for party support and public buildings will be built at crossroads where republican donations are secured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Congress
Tariff Reform Proposed for Revenue and Labor Protection
A historical statement urges placing tariff revision in expert hands to ensure it is revenue based and protects American labor. It argues against favoring special industries and claims current taxes fund party support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Party
A Happy New Year Message for Enduring Good Deeds
A New Year reflection urges choosing past pleasures and profits as guides. It emphasizes right living, present good deeds, and obedience to conscience to bridge mortality to eternal life and wishes a year of continued happiness without end.
Why Farmers' Sons Drift to Cities and the Farm's Appeal
The United States Industrial Commission studied why farm sons migrate to cities. The article argues city life offers fewer advantages than farming, noting that educated country boys return with practical ideas, Purdue and agricultural strides improve farming, and rural delivery plus interurban lines bring the world to the farm. It predicts a natural shift back to farming as opportunities equal or exceed city life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Industrial Commission
United States
Indiana
Purdue University
Indianapolis Sun
What's in a Name Emulsion’s Value to Consumers
An excerpt notes Scott's Emulsion as a valued name for nourishing the consumptive and improving children. The text emphasizes the product's recognized identity and perceived efficacy in supporting health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott
Tragic fate of famed artist Dalrymple noted in cable
Belfast reports the death by starvation of John Dalrymple, a well known Scottish artist who had exhibited at the Royal Academy and won Paris exhibition prizes. The piece reflects on the cost of genius and the poor life it sometimes endures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belfast
John Dalrymaple
Dalrympie
Royal’ Academy
Homer
Mr. Dalrymple
Protect crossings to save Mishawaka lives
The editorial urges immediate action by Lake Shore to protect the Mishawaka Dodge crossing where Dr Bowman and Judy were killed. It argues rail deaths rise and courts increasingly hold railroads responsible for safety, calling for guards at all dangerous crossings and broader life protection measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Shore
Mishawaka
Bowman
Hostier
Judy
Rennoe
St. Joseph County
Governors Fight to Block Northern Securities Trust Merger
The governors of Minnesota North Dakota South Dakota Idaho and Montana oppose the merger of Northern Pacific Great Northern and Burlington Railroads into the Northern Securities Company. A breakup would spur other states to curb trusts and mobilize public opposition to organized capital. The outcome could shape broader anti trust action and voter involvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnesota
North and
South Dakotas
Idaho
Montana
Northern Pacific
Great Northern
Burlington
Northern Securities Company
Young Men in Power Across Politics Business and Letters
The article notes growing prominence of young men in politics commerce and literature, citing Roosevelt's rise to the presidency and contrasting with historic figures like Napoleon and Shakespeare who achieved fame earlier. It presents a discussion on age and achievement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Methuselah
Noah
Napoleon
Shakespeare
Shake up urged in Elkhart police force
A speaker calls for action against the three police commissioners in Elkhart, arguing one key commissioner rents property to a disorderly house and cannot properly oversee enforcement. The critic asserts only the renter holds real authority over the force.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart
Chicago Woman's Club to settle anonymous letter dispute
The Chicago Woman's Club considers a heated wrangle over a spiteful anonymous letter to "Madam president" and proposes a playful remedy with a set of five ounce gloves. The incident highlights internal tensions and a clash over conduct within the club.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Woman’s Club
Goshen Democrat Publishes Contested Republican Nominees
The Goshen Democrat lists aspirants for county offices claimed to be sourced from a prominent Republican. Names include Representatives Vernon VanFleet of Concord and Perry A. Barry of Union. Auditor Oliver W. Sweitzer of Concord. Clerk Martin H. Kinney of Elkhart. Treasurer Joseph Cannon of Conponte and Edward Drake of Elkhart. Recorder Billy Berkey of Concord. Sheriffs James D. Braden Charles Silvers Elmer Manning Michael Hay and B W Hess. Surveyor Carl Beardsley of Concord. County Council W S Hazelton of Elkhart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen Democrat
Vernon VanFleet
Concord
Perry A. Barry
Union
Oliver W. Sweitzer
Martin H. Kinney
Elkhart
Joseph , Cannon
Conponte
Edward
Drake
Elkart
Billy. Berkey
Ferman
Leaming
Francis H. Berlin
Locke
James D. Braden
Charles Silvers
Elmer Manning
Michael. Hay
Harrison
B.W
Hess
Ekrhart
Carl
Beardsley
Concord County
Ss. Hazelton
Brick's renomination and party intrigue in the district
In Indianapolis C W Miller predicts Brick will be nominated by acclamation. Miller, a key GOP figure in the district, notes Brick’s recent troubles with post office appointments and suggests Brick aims for a third congressional term despite notable Republican lawyers in Goshen unwilling to back him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Lion
Brick
Jalikhart
Indianapolis
Miller
Republcan
Goshen
Washington
Indiana Officials Face Possible Shake-Up in New Admin
Louis Ludlow sends warning from Indianapolis Sentinel about potential removals in the Post Office and Treasury departments as a new postmaster general and secretary of the treasury take power. Indiana figures J M Masten James Tyner Nolen Chew Robert J Tracewell L P Mitchell and Albert W Wishard may be affected by shifts in personnel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis Ludlow
Indianapolis Sentinel
Indiana
Ofice
Treasury Departments
Postoffice Department
J. M. Masten
Loogootee
James Tyner
Peru
Nolen L. Chew
Noblesville
Post Office Department
Treasury Department
Robert J. Tracewell
Corydon
The
Treasury
L. P. Mitchell
New Castle
the Treasury
Albert W. Wishard
Indianapolis
Internal Revenue Department
Goshen Post Office Appointment Sparks Political Tension
The Goshen post office appointment becomes a political sore point as Congressman Brick faces opposition. Cornell resists the move while C. D. Sherwin expresses interest in the position.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goshen
Congressman Brick
Cornell
C. D
Senator Fairbanks Returns to Indianapolis After Illness
Senator Fairbanks resumes duties in Indianapolis following a recent illness in Washington. He is met by supporters and plans to brief colleagues on current legislative priorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Fairbanks
Indianapolis
Washington
Democrats in Congress Face January Caucus Over Policy
The January 10 caucus will outline minority conduct for the current session. A preconvening meeting failed to resolve party policy with resolutions sent to a committee. Western factions argue for honoring Chicago and Kansas City platforms, while Eastern members seek new issues to win votes. The split reflects broader Democratic debate over expediency versus doctrine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Chicago
Kansas City
West
Southwest
Ft. Wayne Sentinel
Editor Bryan Denies Commoner Publication Halt
Bryan refutes reports that the Commoner will stop publishing and declares he will continue to issue it for the rest of his life. He aims to keep the paper active and ongoing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Elkhart County Man Favored for Federal Judge Post
An Indianapolis correspondence in the South Bend Times reports Goshen attorney Charley Miller told Governor Durbin last week he favors appointing an Elkhart county man to fill the vacancy created by Judge Francis M. Baker. The governor was quoted as saying he would consider a candidate from Charley Miller’s office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
South Bend Times
Charley. Miller
Goshen
Durbin
Elkhart County
Francis M. Baker
The
Elkhart-county
Bos
Nomination Status Delayed Pending Holiday Protests
A note indicates delays until after the holidays and protests are resolved. It states that charges will be reviewed and consideration given, with the nomination eventually to be confirmed. The timeline remains unsettled, awaiting full deliberation and formal action after the holiday period.
Revelation of Sleep Aids Nerve Pills Sell Well
Mrs Sue Flagle of South Bend Indiana reports relief after using Dr A W Chases Nerve Pills saying she now sleeps well and feels better. Houseworth Bros drug store offers information on the pills sold at 50 cents a box from Dr A W Chase Medicine Co Buffalo NY with the doctors portrait on each package.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. W .Chase
Sue Flagle
West Napier St
South Bend
Ind
A. W. Chase
Houseworth Bros
Dr. W. Chase
Dr. A. W. Chase Medicine Co
Buffalo
N. Y
M. D
Mind Training By Hypnotism Experiment Planned
Terre Haute Indiana December 31 Judge Davis head of the board of children's guardians has given consent for Henry a Chicago school of hypnotism to experiment with children in the home run by the board. Henry hopes to start a train of thought toward better things and tests will determine if hypnotic suggestion can elevate the children under care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terre Haute
Ind
Judge Davis
Board of Children’s Guardians
Mr. Henry
Chicago
Davis
Discovery promise lengths life by Dr King’s Remedy
Editor O H Downey of Churubusco Indiana proclaims Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption the best cure for Coughs Colds and Grip. He asserts it prevents Pneumonia and Consumption and guarantees relief. Houseworth Bros offers 50c and 1.00 bottles with a free trial bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. H. Downey
Churubusco
Ind
Dr. King
Houseworth Bros
Pensions Granted to Indianians on Dec 30
Washington reports pensions awarded to Indiana residents. Original pensions listed for Sampson J. North Milford 8 James Arnott Anderson 6 John J. Grieschop Spades 6. Increases and restorations include Samuel J. Rhoades West Terre Haute 12 David Snellenbarger Kilimore 12 Leonidas R. Grigsby Orleans 17 William F. Merrill Greencastle 8 Jacob D. Mater Bridgeton 12 James W. Holder Newburg 10 Thomas B. Niles Charlottesville 12 Andrew Ulmer Bluffton 8 Charles Rottmann Vincennes 12 Jasper N. Nobles Ormas 8 Silas Jones South Bend 12 Rebecca A. James Tipton 12 Elizabeth J. Gambold Coatesville 12 Mary E. Russell Frankfort 8 Mary J. Brown Indianapolis 38.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Sampson J. North
Milford
James. Arnott
Anderson
Spain
John J. Grieschop
Spades
Samuel J. Rhoades
West Terre Haute
David Snellenbarger
Kilimore
Leonidas R. Grigsby
Orleans
William F. Merrill
Greencastle
Jacob D. Mater
Bridgeton
James W. Holder
Newburg
Thomas B. Niles
Charlottesville
Andrew Ulmer
Bluffton
Charles Rottmann
Vincennes
Jasper N. Nobles
Ormas
Silas Jones
South Bend
Rebecca A. James
Tipton
Banner Salve Promises Quick Cure for Rough Skin
Chapped hands and cracked lips are advertised to be quickly cured by Banner Salve described as the most healing ointment in the world sold at Rushton's drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rushton’s Drug Store
Debs Withdrawn by Socialist Party in Indiana
Terre Haute Ind December 29 The local Socialist notice states Debs and Strickland withdraw as national committeemen and state organizer candidates. The party cannot secure proper referendum before the national committee meeting and leaves the offices open until the next state convention in spring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terre ‘Haute
Ind
Socialist Party of
Indiana
Debs
Strickland
Orye, people!: have ye wasted the golden moments
A fragmentary cry from a historical paper laments wasted golden moments and urges reflection on fleeting time and collective action among readers. The archaic phrasing evokes a moral call to value present opportunities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Bros
The Secret of Long Life and Electric Bitters
The article touts longevity via healthy organs and quick disease germ destruction. Electric Bitters regulate stomach liver and kidneys purify blood boost appetite and claim cures for kidney troubles female complaints nervous disorders constipation dyspepsia and malaria with vigorous health promised. 50c guaranteed by Houseworth Bros. druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houseworth Bros
Durbin Demands Change in Jeffersonville Law Enforcement
Governor Durbin warned Jeffersonville officials to enforce laws or face replacements. Board of Police Commissioners ordered a raid on saloons seeking slot machines, finding only one useless device. Matrimony license rules may be revisited due to nonresident couples wed in the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Durbin
Jeffersonville
Ind
C. A. Schimpff
Board of Police Commissioners
DeWitt's Little Early Risers Promote Easy Action
An advertisement features DeWitt's Little Early Risers claiming relief from chronic constipation. A user, J. O. Greene of Depauw Indiana, testifies that after nine years of costiveness other remedies failed but the pills provided the best results. House worth Bros.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt
J. O. Greene
Depauw
Ind
Houseworth Bros
Divorce Granted in South Bend Between Emma Eulitt and Harry Hulitt
Interurban Notes records Emma Eulitt obtaining a divorce from Harry Hulitt in South Bend with custody of their minor child. A. Eglin in South Bend nearly died after drinking carbolic acid, unconscious four hours, saved by physicians. Muessel Brewing's William Muessel severely hurt in a Saturday runaway at 5 pm, taken to Epworth Hospital by Dr W eel. Lulu Myers files for divorce from William Myers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma Eulitt
Harry Hulitt
South Bend
A. Eglin
William Muessel
Muessel Brewing Company
Epworth Hospital
J. Weill
Lulu Myers
William Myers
Cure Headache With Dr. King's New Life Pills
Mrs. N A Webster of Winnie Virginia writes that Dr Kings New Life Pills wholly cured her two year sick headaches. Also advertised from Houseworth Bros drug store cures constipation biliousness 25 cents.
Ransom Gilles Dies in Detroit Pneumonia Strike
Detroit January 1 Ransom Gilles a founder of Edson Moore Co wholesale dry goods died at his residence of pneumonia. Born in Argyle New York in 1838 he was a prominent Presbyterian.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ransom Gilles
Detroit
Mich
Edson, Moore, & Co
Mr. Gilles
Argyle
N.Y
Buckwheat Cakes Feature In Local Ad
No early breakfast is complete without Mrs. Austin's famous buckwheat cakes. Buy it from your grocer today a 13 aul.
Baltimore & Ohio Raises Trainmen Pay About Eight Percent
Baltimore January 1 The Baltimore and Ohio railroad company yesterday announced an eight percent wage increase for trainmen and switchmen. The voluntary raise affects about 5000 employees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore, Md
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Company
Franchise oath and patent medicine claim in Toledo
Lucas Coustyt swears as part owner of a Toledo firm that Hall's Hair RRH cures every case of baldness and offers a one hundred dollar reward for proof otherwise. He testifies before A W Gleason on December 6 in Toledo, asserting the pill's efficacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lucas Coustyt
Onrnay
Urry
Toledo
Also Mentioned on This Page
Truth Publishing House
Truth
Brice
Canada
Dowie
Elisha II
A.W. Gleasos
Hall
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!