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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1902
Page
4
Opinion extracts praise prosperity yet urge tariff reform across papers. Critics cite Dingley tariff effects and trade balances while Democrats face internal divisions and personality clashes. Observers compare parties to clocks and timepieces amid free trade debate and 1900s politics.
Congress approved a $500000 appropriation to fund prosecutorial actions against illegal trusts. The measure aims to intensify antitrust enforcement and curb monopolistic practices nationwide.
Marconi has succeeded in sending messages by wireless telegraphy from Canada to England, covering about 2,300 miles. The achievement marks a major advance in long distance communication and demonstrates practical transatlantic wireless capability.
A 1904 remark warns that if the Democrats advocate free trade they will resemble shredded corn when results are tallied. The speaker uses agricultural imagery to question the party's stance relative to forthcoming election outcomes.
The Massachusetts Democratic Party selects a Protectionist candidate for Congress marking a shift in party stance. The move signals potential policy shifts and electoral strategy as observers gauge a broader, unsettled political landscape.
Judge D. W. Howe of Indianapolis has issued a new book titled Civil War Times. The work aims to appeal to the general public and particularly veterans of the G. A. R. The narrative promises favorable reception among readers with Civil War interest.
The plan calls for all railroad tracks to be elevated with viaducts and safety towers in Indianapolis. Union depots would be enlarged to extend one square west at a cost of 1 million dollars. Meridian street will close on the depot's south side.
Cas F Griffin died at Hammond Saturday night aged 45. He was elected Secretary of State on the Republican ticket in 1886 when James A Mount was nominated. Griffin was a bright lawyer and an elder in the Presbyterian church and a thirty three degree Mason.
Congressman Heminway denies entering the 1904 race as aspirants gather. George A. Shideler, former State Prison Warden and ex-State Senator, is currently the most talked of candidate though much timber remains to be developed.
The Indianapolis News reprints J B Stoll of the South Bend Times predicting 1904 Democratic prospects. He argues tariff reform and trust regulation will dominate the national debate, with Roosevelt's positions pressuring Republicans to act. Bryan's influence lingers, shaping presidential chances unless parties adapt. He warns outcomes may shift in 12 to 18 months.
London reports indicate President Roosevelt may accept the role of arbitrator in the Venezuelan dispute with allied powers. Cable traffic between Washington and London is heavy as negotiations proceed, and a formal submission to the Foreign Office is anticipated tomorrow. If confirmed, the move could smooth terms and avert hostilities.
Indictments exceed a hundred in Martin county as officials unite to enforce anti vote selling laws. The Shoals Republican praises 1899 reforms that tied penalties to sellers, noting past acquittals and urging stricter action against those who sell votes.
Editor Bryan of The Commoner frets about Elwood tin plate workers accepting temporary wage cuts to win a contract that would have gone to Welsh manufacturers. He notes even reduced wages are better than terms under the tariff bill he helped draft years ago.
City Council meeting notes measures on street repairs and approvals. Fire and police departments reported satisfactory. Awnings must be seven feet above sidewalks with no goods hanging. Council aids in locating the new State Normal School in Greensburg. Water franchise granted 25 years with option to buy after 15. Will Watson receives building permit. Bills approved. adjournment follows.
The South Carolina governor issues an order banning bullfighting in the state. He argues that with many African Americans available for harsher tasks, there is no appeal to import a foreign sport like bull fighting, which he finds uninteresting.
Editor Will H. Craig argues the 1904 Republican ticket will likely nominate Theodore Roosevelt with a Western running mate. He predicts Democrats will back a reformist candidate, and tariffs, trusts, and prosperity will dominate the campaign with prosperity the key issue.
An offer by a Batterton's drug store undersigned gives a free sample of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets for stomach disorders billiousness or constipation. Describes the remedy as new and good and available at the drug store.
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