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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1900
Page
2
Kansas eyes an unprecedented wheat crop as officials announce the upcoming Republican primary next Tuesday. The report notes statewide agricultural optimism alongside electoral plans.
The excerpt notes U S trade with Hawaii grew from eleven million five hundred thousand dollars in 1895 to thirty three million three hundred thousand dollars in 1899 reflecting a substantial expansion in commerce over that period.
The article reports that DEWEY and his wife have held a further discussion and chosen not to pursue the presidency, marking a retirement from campaign efforts. The decision ends renewed speculation about future contests and presidential plans.
The remark suggests the convention will offer a free heaven born ratio as a notable lure, with the statement framed as a conventional boast about the event. No further details are provided on the ratio or its origin.
Gov W Ss Taylor and his family along with former Kentucky Secretary of State Charles Finley are spending the season at Martinsville, joining local residents for the winter retreat and social events.
In 1899 the cost of collecting internal revenue was 1.5 percent of the money collected. In 1895 and 1896 the cost stood at 2.62 percent.
The Kentucky Democratic convention will be held in Lexington on July 19. Candidates for governor include General Joseph H. Lewis and Chief Justice James Hazelrigg.
Hon. Joseph Fuory a Republican nominee for Missouri governor is described as a longtime Wabash Railroad conductor who ran trains between St. Louis and Kansas City.
Alabama senator Renator Morgan delivered a Friday speech in the Senate denouncing Aguinaldo as a traitor and endorsing the administration's Philippine policy.
In 1894 and 1895 the nation exported 151199092 more gold than imported. For 1898 and 1899 it imported 141703307 more than exported. The statement excludes Mark Hanna's billion dollar trade balance.
Congress refuses to appropriate five million dollars for the 1903 St Louis exposition. The editorial celebrates the halt on what it calls extravagant demands on the public treasury and supports restrained spending.
Rumors say Kentucky Democrats plan to dump Beckham and nominate a new governor candidate. The Gobelites face probable loss of control after alleged dirty tactics to seize party offices.
Voters in Decatur County with the Berussican community are urged to participate in the upcoming primary election next Tuesday. Officials emphasize civic duty and turnout.
The Indianapolis Journal notes it will be time for Senator Fairbanks friends to push his nomination for second on the national ticket after he signaled willingness to accept the honor.
Indiana Democrats prepare for a convention aimed at shaping the state ticket amid fears of Republican dominance. The event is expected to be routine aside from sharp exchanges between free silver and gold factions.
A strong surge of American travelers to Europe this year strains steamship capacity. The Paris exposition and the World’s Christian Endeavor convention in London are anticipated to overflow ships, with demand likely exceeding supply and eager travelers soon to recount experiences upon their return.
The piece argues Democrats plan to drop free silver and attack on the Supreme Court from their platform. It contends removing Bryanism would render the party's idol William J. Bryan nearly a nonentity in American politics.
The author labels Hon. John W. Kern as the strongest Democratic governor hopeful, noting his early gold Democrat stance in 1896 and describing him as the party’s logical leader who could suppress real convictions to fit a platform.
Prof. James H. Hamilton of Syracuse University publishes an article in the May American Journal of Sociology and Magazine from Chicago University. He argues against utilitarian reformers and suggests cities use theater and opera to educate citizens and foster civic spirit. Hamilton, raised in the local area, is recognized as a political economy authority.
Telegram from Tien Tsin reports Chinese refusal to permit Russian troop passage at the Taku forts. It is said about 100 U. S. marines were landed at Pekin to protect American interests amid the rising China confrontation.
A testimonial from General Lewis endorses Pe-ru-na by the Pe-ru-na Drug Manufacturing Co of Columbus Ohio. He says it effectively treats catarrh and stops mucus waste by restoring health. The ad invites readers to request a free catarrh book.
Other nations send troops to safeguard interests while Imperial forces struggle to quell the Boxers who persist in expelling foreigners. The situation widens as foreign troops arrive to protect missions, embassies, and treaty ports amid growing anti foreign sentiment.
The Earl of Rosslyn reports Pretoria to be occupied within about two hours with no resistance. Burgomaster De Souza and a citizen committee, including Chief Justice Gregorowski, will safeguard life and property during the interregnum. Crowds wait in Charec Square as British arrival nears. US Consul Hay and Leigh Wood push for parole of twenty officers to aid released prisoners. A quiet scene follows.
The Columbus Republican notes Republicans in the Fourth district favor Hon. Thos. E. Davidson for Congress. Davidson, a Greensburg attorney born in Columbus, would be an admirable representative if he could run, but his large law practice prevents him from seeking the nomination now.
Residents and visitors are listed in a digest of social calls. Among those noted are Thomas Askin near Forest Hill and Thomas A Shirk with wife from Jackson township. Mrs M Ewing and daughter Cora of Greenville guests of J P Elliott. Also Albert Christy and Miss Mable Riggs announced to marry next Wednesday.
The article urges Decatur county Republicans to vote next Tuesday with duty to party over personal choice. It notes a rising sentiment to select candidates who strengthen the ticket and predicts the 2,700 Republicans will express a consensus for a strong ticket likely to win in November.
Primary election ticket lists the First District candidate John H. Christian of Washington, Second District Felix Gartin of Clay, Third District George W. Moor of Sandcreek. At large candidates Leroy Dobyns of Fugit Andrew C. Johnson of Clinton Joshua O. Christy of Marion Randolph Starks of Saltcreek. Sale bills printed at this office on paper or muslin.
The June term jurors listed include grand jurors Walter Pleak Fred Kammerling Samuel Deem A B Gilmour W T Finley Clinton E T Finley and others. Petit jurors include E E Douglas Albert Higgins L O Blackmore J M Byers Leffler Adams Will Boicourt B F Denham Larkin Pleak and Peter Fonseth among names.
Waynesboro and Alert residents were seen at Holiness meetings and visiting friends. A funeral for William B. Smitha drew J A Dillman and family to Columbus. Greensburg figures George A. Anderson and visitors John Logan C I Ainsworth bought items here. May mention of Mary Rhorer returning from Bowling Green Kentucky.
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