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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1902
Page
4
Trusts and Death Rates under Democratic Control
A brief claim that the era of complete Democratic control saw low death rates among trusts and that public awareness of governmental affairs was limited. The text suggests distrust in the number of trusts spoken about and links policy exposure to mortality statistics.
Editors report Hanna retirement rumor too good to be true
Democratic editors spreading word that Senator Hanna would resign as RNC chair discovered the claim seemed implausible and overly optimistic. The piece notes skepticism about the retirement speculation and questions its source.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tuee
Senator Hanna
Republican National Committee
Democratic leaders clash over party wrecking honor
A number of distinguished Democratic leaders fight over the no mean honor of having wrecked the Democratic party. If the distinction can be settled on the right shoulders it will make a better issue to take before the American public than substitutes proposed during the past six years.
Sentinel Defends Indianapolis Banks Against Tax Board
The Indianapolis Sentinel defends local banks from excess taxation by the Republican tax board. The paper argues banks should pay their full share but no more, praising diligence while advocating for protection of the weak and helpless.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana Democracy
The
Indianapolis Sentinel
Indianapolis
Sentinel
Democrat candidate Riggs criticizes state debt policy
James R. Riggs of Sullivan, the Democratic candidate for State Auditor, told the Indianapolis Sentinel that Republicans have mismanaged state affairs. He contends the debt is being reduced at a rate of half a million dollars annually and questions the state's financial leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James R. Riggs
Sullivan
Indianapolis Sentinel
Riggs
Sentinel rebuts claim of Republican debt credit
The Indianapolis Sentinel argues the Republican party should not receive credit for debt reduction, noting that a Democratic Legislature secured funds for obligations. It cites that savings come from expenditures, that Democrats governed during tax law changes without proportional debt cuts, and that corporate taxes were avoided under two decades of Democratic control from 1870 to 1891.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis Sentinel
The
Sentinel
Biegler Leads Medal Winners in Philippines Action
The war department lists officers and men awarded medals for gallantry in the Philippines. Hoosier George W. Biegler, second lieutenant in the Seventh Cavalry, led nineteen men to resist and defeat about 300 enemies near Looe, Luzon, on Oct. 21, 1900. The anti imperialists meet at a New York summer resort amid the honors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Philippines
War Department
Looe
Luzon
Philippine’ Islands
Twenty Eighth Infantry
United States
Biegler
Lake George
Editor-Strouse in Apology for State Platform Controversy
An editorial critique targets Editor Strouse of the Rockville Tribune for backing the Kansas City platform and hints at financial influence from Wall Street and Taggart. It notes Bryan’s concern and reports Indiana Democrats reaffirming the platform while opposing harmonizers. The piece accuses resolutions committee members of surrender and frames circulating literature as partisan provocation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockville Tribune
Democratic State Platform
Democratic State Committee
Strouse
Bryan
Kansas City
Hill
Indiana
Rockville
Wall Street
Taggart
New York
New Jersey
Porter County
Resolutions Committee
Brutus
Evansville Sage Warns on Plutocracy and Carnegie Libraries
John Gilbert Shanklin of Evansville criticizes plutocracy since the last Democratic era and fears Carnegie funded libraries will push anti liberty volumes, though he is told Carnegie donations cover buildings only and boards select books. The Evansville leader criticizes associates for denouncing plutocrats while misreading library funding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Gilbert Shanklin
Evansville
Shanklin
Evansville Sage
Carnegie
Willing J Bryan Seeks Presidency Support in Iowa
At Mason City Iowa Willing J Bryan said if the party appoints him to head the ticket he cannot refuse. Indiana organizers hope to back Bryan with State and legislative tickets to keep him from declining a nomination. Thomas Taggart is endorsed for chairman of the Democratic National Committee and has Indiana patent rights for the David B Hill presidential boom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willing J. Bryan
Mason City
Iowa
Indiana
Bryan
Thomas Taggart
Democratic National Committee
Sage
French Lick
David B. Hill
Reorganizing Democratic Party Tactic Questioned
The passage criticizes party reformers linked to Bryanism and their Indiana platform influence, using a proverb about chopping a mule's tail to argue that removing leaders does not change the core majority stance or remaining issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Indiana Debt Shifts Tied to Party Rule Since 1860
Since 1860 Indiana saw three eras of Republican governance that largely reduced state debt and three Democratic periods that largely increased it. The assertion implies a moral about fiscal policy tied to party control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Senator Hanna Honored by Employees with Gold-Headed Cane
A hundred Hanna staffers presented the senator with a gold headed cane as a token of esteem. Many critics of Hanna who denounce him have not received such public signs of affection from their own workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eric
Hanna
Indiana State Fair set for golden jubilee in 1912
The Indiana State Fair in Indianapolis marks its fiftieth anniversary the week of September 15. The State Board of Agriculture expanded facilities to 21½ acres at a cost of $300,000, with 15 departments and increased prizes totaling about $35,000. Sousa's Band will perform four times and events attract exhibitors from across Indiana and other states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Indianapolis
State Board of Agriculture
Marion County Agricultural Society
State Board
Sousa
United States
Fair
Railroads Offer Low Rates During State Fair Week
Railroads set reduced fares from all points in the state for the upcoming fair week, encouraging attendance with affordable travel deals. The announcement highlights widespread participation and convenience for travelers pursuing the event.
Supporting the American Soldier in Philippine War Debates
The piece argues that a Democratic House would hinder funding for military campaigns in the Philippines, risking renewed conflict and division. It warns against a reversal of support for American troops, claiming the nation will back the army and flag and reject antiwar measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Representatives
Senate
McKinley
Philippines
Islands
58Th Congress
Congress
Democratic reorganizers push Bryan opposition in Indiana
The First District convention chairman Major Menzies leads a Democratic reorganization denying influence by settled questions and aligning with Bryan the leaders of 1896 and 1900. Indiana Democrats largely back the Bryan platform though reformers accuse party bosses of mortgaging the party to corporations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. W. Menzies
Major Menzies
Kansas City
Chicago
Bryan
Mr. Bryan
Martin County
Indiana
Democratic New Albany Ledger
Indiana Democracy Faces Trust Pressure After Bryan Exit
The article argues Bryan’s retirement shifts power to reorganizers who aim to mortgage Indiana Democratic ranks to trusts. It notes their proposed tariff reform plan, claiming it harmed legitimate U.S. business in past trials, though it did not strike a single trust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Indiana
United States
Governor Durbin to Attend G A R Encampment in Washington
Governor Durbin said he will attend the national G A R encampment in Washington during the first week of October as a delegate at large. His staff will not accompany him. The note ends with an urging to order stationery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Durbin
Washington
All Were Saved by Dr King’s New Discovery
J H Johnston of Broughton Georgia recalls years of bronchitis misery until Dr King’s New Discovery cured him and his wife’s asthma. The ad claims it as the best croup medicine for throat and lung diseases with guaranteed bottles 50 cents and 1 dollar and free trial bottles at Groyer Bonner’s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. H. Johnston
Broughton
Groyer & Bonner’s
Not Afraid of Language in Blaffton Chronicle
The Blaffton Chronicle argues trusts prefer dealing only with the Democratic party, suggesting a strategic simplification in political bargaining. The editorial reflects skepticism toward broad coalition demands and highlights partisan leverage.
The Best Physic Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets
Advert says easy to take pleasant in effect herbal remedy for stomach and liver issues sold by Batterton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Batterton
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