Political notes on 1916 campaign figures and strategy
William Kray discusses Sheriff Matthews and James H. Matthews. Wisconsin Senator Lafollette pledges support to the Republican nominee but plans to lambast the platform writer. The piece debates whether this approach helps the ticket as Bryan and Kern are urged. New York Democrats express confidence in their electoral vote. Joe Cannon leads the congressional campaign with a distinct treasury.
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Bryan and
Kern
New York
Ohio Republicans push Taft slate with Foraker threat
An Ohio Republican circles the campaign by accusing Senator Foraker of promising to attack Roosevelt to damn Taft. The remark followed a speech opening plan in Cincinnati. The piece also notes county officials’ push for transparent finances in the institute and examination fees, praising Superintendent Weaver for a twofold fee cut to fund operations with higher teacher pay.
Hard Times in Savings Banks Hit Wage Earners
The Philadelphia Record reports New York savings bank data showing 18,792 more accounts closed than opened. Depositors withdrew 66 million more than deposited, with 50 million in interest and 16 million reduction in total deposits. Open accounts total 2,719,596. The piece challenges the idea that party politics drive prosperity.
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New York
Philadelphia Record
Publicity clash in Republican campaign finance debate
The New York World argues that the Republican committee shuns publicity and cash secrecy funds campaigns. It notes Senate inaction and a lack of party endorsement for disclosure, while blaming leaders from Elk ins to Harriman for dependence on unreported contributions and a push for strict enforcement of public disclosure. The piece contrasts Democratic promises with Taft and Republican treasurer Sheldon’s stance amid an empty treasury.
Spirit of independence drives 125 mile walk to Kokomo
Mabel Gust, 40, of Benton County Indiana, walked 125 miles to visit a sister in Kokomo after arriving on last Tuesday morning with no money. She earned meals by chores for farmers’ wives and declined a breakfast until promised work. She pinned her brother’s address on her dress for aid? care and says she will repay travel by work or walk home. She slept on straw and schoolhouses during the journey. Sheriff Lindsey will arrange her return.
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Kokomo
Ind
Mabel Gust
Tenton County
Benton County
Wakomo
Lut
Gust
Lindley
Henten Cowty
Lindsey
Had an hour glass stomach Sturgis baby found on doorstep
Mrs Miser in Sturgis Michigan awoke to a baby girl left on her doorstep in a basket with a note claiming a charity delivery from a distressed family. The note asks for condensed milk diluted with water every two hours and promises a reward, offering no identification of the parents.
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Sturgis
Mich
Miser
Lawky
Wealthy Attica resident ends life at home
In Attica Indiana on August 20 John Thenrs Briges a wealthy retired farmer and stakeholder in the Farmers and Merchants Bank killed himself at 8 East Washington Street fearing madness from kidney trouble. Briges valued at about 250 000 acres of Warren County land and served in the Union war. He was among Attica's richest figures and left a substantial fortune.
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Attica
Ind
Ovan
John Thenrs Briges
East
Washington Street
Briges
Warren County
Union
Fine Scenery For The Volunteer Organist In Town
The Volunteer Organist arrives Wednesday night with elaborate scenery and secure atmospheric environment. W. W. Newcomer directs a large touring production and transport crews will move scenery from station to theatre all day. No stock scenery will be used to preserve the play’s pastoral atmosphere. Seats ready Tuesday.
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W. W. Newcomer
Big Melodrama at Jefferson Theatre Next Tuesday Night
The Klimt Ganzolo Cohen troupe presents William L. Roberts On the Bridge at Midnight at Jefferson Theatre Tuesday night. The production features a sensational knife bridge scene and a carload of special scenic effects before a three-week Chicago tour. Seats go on sale Monday morning.
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Jefferson
Klimt, Ganzolo & Cohen
William
Roberts
Alhambra
Bijou
Criterion Theatres
Chicago
Great Bridge
Directoire gown on stage and cemetery directors face attack
In Goshen the Directoire or Sheath gown trains fashion chatter as Lucile Gardner wears it in Thorns and Orange Blossoms at Jefferson. Meanwhile Osceola cemetery directors defend decades of fall fire cleanup against a neighbor who pursues prosecution, praising the yard as well kept and regulated by veteran director leadership. May have good corn crop noted by Milford Mall editor.
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Jefferson
Rowland and
Clifford
Big City
Bertha M. Clay
Lucile Gardner
Democrat
Osceola
Messrs
Holden
Murfin
Proudfit
Weis
Association
Oscool
Andrew Stephens
Elkhart
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