Indiana Nominating Reform Moves Forward at Convention
The Indiana Republican state convention endorses rules to govern delegate selection and demands laws protecting voters right to choose party candidates. It argues for honest ballots, prohibition of corruption, and a state system where nominations reflect free majorities, while contrasting Democratic control and tariff debates.
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Indiana
State Central Committee
Republican Party
State Board of Election Commissioners
State convention calls for wholesome laws and good government
The state convention voices public opinion favoring wholesome laws for nominations and governance. The statement asserts cross party support and seeks to express the people's wishes clearly, aiming for further steps toward better government.
Congress Could Raise Wages by Tariff Cut Claim
The Madison Democrat asserts Congress can lift wages of American workers in one day by lowering tariffs. It recalls a prior 1893 attempt, noting that the outcome raised something other than wages in this country.
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Madison Democrat
Congress
Tariff Critique Says It Encourages Smuggling
A revenue journal argues tariffs always promote smug gling, likening the effect to laws against theft. It contends that without a theft law, taking what does not belong would not be a crime.
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Revenue Journal
Oregon election seen as cheer to Democrats in GOP gains
The Indianapolis Sentinel notes strong GOP majorities in Oregon for congress, suggesting small efforts can coax a crow from the Democratic rooster, as the two Republican candidates exceed McKinley’s previous statewide margin.
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Oregon
Indianapolis Sentinel
Congress
McKinley
Did the 1892 Democratic platform fulfill its pledges
The 1892 Democratic platform pledged to curb costs for the rich and powerful and blamed Republican laws for trusts and monopolies. The question asks whether the party attempted to fulfill these pledges after winning in 1892, prompting a judgment on its actions vs promises.
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Democratic Party
Beveridge Praise of American Philippine Rule
Senator Beveridge extols U S governance in the Philippines amid opposition claims that a republic cannot manage dependencies. He cites rapid education, new roads, municipal progress, forestry and mining laws, and growing imperial costs, insisting American parties prove the opposite.
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United States
Philippine
Islands
Manila
Ocean
Europe
America
Germany
Saxony
Philippines
Archipelago
Fassett A Cottons Successful Nomination For State Superintendent
Fassett A Cotton won the Republican nomination for State Superintendent of Public Instruction at the state convention on April 24. Born May 1, 1862 in Johnson County Indiana, he has long public school experience including Henry County superintendent from 1889 to 1895 and deputy office duties until 1901. His education spans Nineveh High, Spice Land Academy, and Butler University, with a strong belief he will advance Indiana education if elected.
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Fassett A. Cotton
Mr. Cotton
Johnson County
Indiana
Nineveth
Hancock County
Spiceland Academy
Butler University
Cotton
Henry County
Indiana School Journal
Well Known German Reader trusts Chamberlains Pain Balm
George Schaub of New Lebanon Ohio reads the Dayton Vorkszeitung and buys Chamberlains Pain Balm for his wife’s back pain. After a few days she reports relief saying she feels born anew and can resume duties. He praises the balm and hopes others hear of the recovery. Sold by Batterton.
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George Schaub
New Lebanon
Dayton Vorkszeitung
Chamberlain
Batterton
Indiana Democrats Openly Sparse in Commendations
Washington Post notes the Indiana Democratic platform makers showed no commendations, with cenounciation described as their long suit. The remark suggests a restrained, critical stance in political messaging.
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Bryan
Indiana
Washington Post
Curbs on Trusts and Price Control in State Platform
The Republican platform condemns trusts and combinations that restrain trade or raise living costs. It supports Roosevelt’s efforts to enforce anti trust laws and urges vigorous state and federal action to preserve legitimate competition.
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Roosevelt
Mothers Will Be Heard From in Defense of Soldiers
In a Richmond Palladium note, writers urge senators and politicians to consider mothers across the states who stand in support of American soldiers. They warn that loud demagogues risk awakening nationwide sympathy for these mothers and their sons, implying accountability for harsh rhetoric.
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Richmond Palladium
Disappears From Church and Home In Washington Indiana
Special dispatch reports Rev. W. P. Barnhill pastor of Glendale M E church and his son Wilfred 21 have vanished. The elder’s departure follows family and financial troubles and mirrors a prior abrupt exit from Evansville years ago. Barnhill formerly led Centenary M E church in 1896 and 1897, leaving colleagues surprised by the abrupt move.
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Commercial Tribune
Washington
Ind
W. P. Barnhill
M. E
Glendale
Wilfred
Georgia
Barnhill
Evansville
K of P Memorial Service Draws Large Local Attendance
A cool Sunday witnessed a big turnout for the K of P Memorial services. About 150 in the line of march, the event began at the K of P Hall and continued to Hazelrigg then South Park cemetery where graves were marked with flower triangles. Hon. Robert A. Brown of Indianapolis delivered the address.
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K. of P
K. of P. Hall
Hazelrigg
Rich Williams
W. D. Starr
Henry Greene
R. A. Brown
Harry Mount
Robert A. Brown
Indianapolis
Church
South Park Cemetery
Kokomo Ends Carnivals as City Closes Gambling Rooms
Kokomo Indiana ends a week of carnivals after clearing at least 1500 to fund Uniform Bank travel to California for national drills. Many shows lost money and some are stranded. Eighteen pickpockets are jailed. Police close all gambling devices as Kokomo goes a closed town following actions by the Ministerial Association.
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Kokomo
Uniform Bank
California
Bright young Maurice Nelson Passes at Age Six
Maurice Nelson born May 12 1896, died June 16 1902 at age 6 years 1 month 4 days. He was the cherished son of Ed ward and Laura Whalen, a bright, gentle child loved by companions and playmates. The family trusts in God for wisdom and goodness, and remembers the verse Now we know in part then shall we know even as we are known.
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Maurice Nelson
Edward
Laura Whalen
Maurice
Sunshine
Lawn swings at Kirby Bro while offering new products
Lawn swings at Kirby Brothers advertise something new and invite readers to call and see them.
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Lawn
Kirby Bro
City Council Proceedings Show Debates and Decisions
City council discussed extending Water Co lines to Lincoln Carriage Factory for a fixed fee of 100. Printing bids were to be prepared. Three extra night police were discharged after 30 days. Dowden pressed against removing the hitch rack and sought a three member committee to negotiate with county for pavement and cost sharing. Smallpox patients were discharged. Library board appointments were deferred pending an ordinance. County to pay city 100 for street roller and 2 monthly thereafter. City to cut weeds on city property.
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Water Co
Lincoln Carriage Factory
Dowden
Adams
Best
Hitt
Lanius
McCoy
McCune
Thomson
E. T. Riley
Carnegie Library Board
T. E. Davidson
Mollie Zoller
Rebecca Daily
Armour Fertilizers for Wheat Producers Promoted
23d S. D. Perry, Sales Agent, urges farmers to compare Armour fertilizers and phosphates claiming high grade, scientifically produced products. He promises perfect mechanical condition and easy drilling, asserting customers get what they pay for and should order through him.
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Armour
S. D. Perry
How to Avoid Trouble with a Cholera Diarrhea Remedy
Ad copy urges readers to buy Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for family use. Claims it is the most successful bowel complaint medicine for children and adults and useful during summer busy periods. Sold locally in bottles and as tablets.
Morristown Policeman Detains Sleep Walker In Night Clothes
A Morristown officer arrests a wandering man in his night attire. The sleep walker protests he cannot be responsible for his position, while the officer notes no one may walk Morristown streets in a shirt tail regardless of church membership.
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Morristown
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