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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1908
Page
2
A column critiques Taft and Roosevelt tactics, noting the Philadelphia Public Ledger and Oklahoma Republican convention attacks on campaign finance from trusts. It questions the dignity of a government led by trusts versus the people, while labeling Republican maneuvers as Jekyll and Hyde.
Fragmented editorial argues Thomas F R Marshall backs local option as the Democratic platform endorses. It highlights his honesty, governor duties, and temperance stance, contrasts with Republican claims and calls George W. Cromer a temperance ally with limited labor support and a costly campaign fund.
A rousing meeting at Tavernace corner Smith Street and East Creighton avenue organized the Tenth ward Democrat stub. Judge Richard K. Erwin Fa Ward G. Horfman and Cyrus Cline spoke. Officers elected include President Philip W. Wy First Vice President OO Bangs Second Vice President Florinien Doenges Secretary Cores Christen Treasurer Henry Hoppe Marshal Louis Bobilya. Hall committee: Henry Martin Philip Rahrt Arthur Mennewisch. Sixth ward subcommittee discussed routine matters with 100 members and growing list. Parker says poll favored Bryan. Blodgett and Ludlow attended.
A letter to the Indianap Patriot Phalanx argues against the Republican unit plan for county option, contending Texas and Oregon laws support both county and precinct options and that a county unit would be unconstitutional. The author claims Ohio and Indiana contrasts, notes local option delays, and warns the liquor lobby favors licensing over prohibition.
The 1874 to 1908 Indiana Republican platforms show a pattern of local option support wavered by party alliances with liquor interests. Critics say the 1908 compromise planks mislead voters while the Democratic stance backs local self government and strict liquor regulation. The article highlights figures like Durbin and Watts and notes brewers' influence on Republicans.
A damaged clipping reports Jos Gannon leading congressional and Republican campaign funds while promising separate treasuries. It accuses the Taft camp of pressuring Democrats with Anti-Saloon League letters and notes Republican use of fundraisers to influence votes. The piece cites threats of retaliation against Roosevelt and Roosevelt supporters.
At Decatur Illinois fairgrounds crowds swelled as the 2:21 pace stake race for a $500 purse was highlighted. Fourteen horses entered with Fort Wayne bands and speaking appearances by politicians postponed due to travel delays.
Officials of Wuhan Valley Traction made an inspection trip to Lafayette. Rev Mr McComb of Hanover College was in the city briefly on his way north. Dr Budd Sweringen went to Warsaw to consult on Dr J's case. A few two cars were put to service on the Decatur interurban to handle crowds to the De catur event. Mrs Mary was suddenly taken ill and is in serious condition at 1008 Huttman street. Mr C D Emmons leaves for Buttala to attend a committee on employee training. Rev and Mrs George Cooper visited Winona with Emma Kettler and Mrs Wyant, mission workers. HL James, formerly with Indiana Road and Machine, bought a Reading Michigan hotel to manage. Capt W H Kelsey named by Governor Hahly as delegate to National Farmers Congress in Madison, Wis. Good roads meeting arrangements committee meets tonight at the Commercial rooms. Government road expert C Eldridge planned to speak at the meeting next month.
The text portrays James Watson launching his campaign with a call to address social evils and continued reforms under President Roosevelt. It emphasizes unity for the Republican cause and frames Watson’s victory as a positive step in the ongoing progress.
Winona Lake Ind August 12 Secretary Trin of the Nadonsi truencion discusses a shift for the Department of Superintendence meeting. It was to be in Chicago February 209 but a hotel fire caused a move. 10 to 150 principals subordinates and college residents would attend.
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