New Republican Platform Adopted at Chicago Convention
A complete text of the Republican platform adopted at the Chicago convention on June 22 contrasts party strength with Democratic control since Lincoln. It touts protection, the gold standard, navy buildup, anti Chinese labor policy, and expansion of foreign markets while pledging enforcement of civil service reform and defense of veterans' pensions.
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McKinley to Roosevelt and the Nation’s Trust
The piece praises Theodore Roosevelt as successor to McKinley, highlighting his assassination, leadership during the coal strike, foreign policy in Venezuela Panama and China, the Alaska boundary settlement, and firm law enforcement. It lauds his restraint, credit, currency stability, and equal protection, urging public support for his administration.
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Prohibition Party to Hold Another Allen County Convention
The Allen County prohibition central committee will hold a second county convention to nominate candidates. A call is expected within days, with July 9 as a probable date. Chairman James B. Graham notes no nominations will be made at the convention to let party groups decide. Meetings statewide stir interest in the prohibition cause as turnout is expected to exceed the previous delegate gathering.
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Traction Company Settles Five Damages Suits
Within days five suits against the Fort Wayne and Southwestern traction company totaling 21000 were settled for 2555, clearing court dockets of personal injury claims. Dixon versus Southwestern sought 5750 for injuries when a cab was hit by an interurban car at Huntington. damages reduced by settlement. Also resolved was Harman Wilson’s death claim from an electrocution at Broadway and Taylor Streets without court recourse.
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Citizens' Trust Co Deposit Offer Promises $400,000 Security
Advertisement urges depositing money in the Citizens' Trust Co located opposite the post office, promising $400,000 in security for depositors. The note emphasizes safety and confidence in the bank's backing.
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Speech by Speaker Cannon Praises Tariff Policy
Hon. Joseph G. Cannon argues the Republican party is national, born to end slavery, and that protection tariffs built American industry. He cites Lincoln era revenue laws, industrial growth, wage levels, and rising wealth while stressing post office revenue gains as evidence of policy success.
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Must Elect County Treasurer in 1904 Indianapolis
The supreme court affirmed the lower court decision invalidating a 1902 act that postponed county officer terms to synchronize them. The ruling affects 195 offices statewide, including county treasurers. As a result, county treasurers and other officers with expired terms will be elected next November.
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