County Primary Turnout Lifts Campaign Energy
Citizens participate in a county primary with strong turnout and active precinct meetings this afternoon. The 1908 campaign grows lively as Fairbanks' star shines brighter amid the political proceedings.
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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1908
Page
4
Say how would you like to be a Kentucky Republican now
A political remark questions Kentucky Republican stance and party position in light of recent events. The comment frames reflection on party alignment and future electoral strategy amid shifting state politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentucky
Madison County Delegates Split: Watson Wins Large Lead
Watson secured twenty-eight of thirty-two delegates in Madison County, dominating the local selection. The result highlights strong backing for Watson within the county and signals momentum ahead of upcoming party votes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watson
Madison County
Sugar Making Days Bring Sweet Outlook for All
The piece celebrates sugar making days and the universal cheer it brings, highlighting a communal spirit and simple pleasures as the season for sweetness arrives.
Saloon Count Sparks Interest in Greensburg
A note states Greensburg hosts twenty three saloons, a figure described as highly suggestive and attention grabbing for local readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greensburg
No-Love Attitudes Spread Widespread Sorrow
A terse observation notes that those with little love to give often accumulate abundant sorrow to share, shaping social climate and personal interactions through shared hardship and restraint.
Saloonists Try Politics Again Amid Anxious Seat
The piece notes how saloonkeepers increasingly seek political office, using their desperation as a sign of mounting tension and public scrutiny. It reflects a frontier era concern with liquor interests shaping local governance and social order.
Saloonkeepers Organize to Enforce Prohibition Rules
Saloon keepers say they are organizing to help each other enforce the law. They claim coordinated effort will deter violations and uphold community standards.
Precinct Meetings Urge Republicans to Choose Delegates
The statement calls on every Republican to attend precinct meetings today and help select good men as delegates to the conventions, emphasizing active participation and selection of qualified delegates.
Revival Spirit Spreads Through Greensburg Churches
Greensburg remains alive with a revival mood as every church in the city reports renewed vigor, service attendance climbs, and a sense of spiritual awakening spreading throughout the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greensburg
Kentucky Shifts to Republican Column with Gubernatorial and Senate Wins
Kentucky leans Republican as a new governor takes office followed by a U.S. Senate victory. The rapid succession signals a solidifying party alignment in the state’s politics.
What We Need in Congress Says A Star Opinion Line
The Indianapolis Star quotes a critic saying lawmakers should care less about re election and more about doing right. The remark underscores public frustration with political self interest and calls for principled leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Indianapolis Star
Congress
Republican Dates Set for April Conventions
Two key political dates fill the Republican calendar with the state convention scheduled for April 13 and 16, and the Sixth District congressional convention set for April 9.
Madison to Host Dedication of New Soldiers Monument
Vice President Fairbanks will deliver the address at the dedication ceremony in Madison in the latter part of May. The monument is a gift from George Middleton of Chicago, a Madison native.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairbanks
Madison
George Middleton
Chicago
Watson Gains Delegates Across State Ahead of Campaign
Watson accumulates delegates from all regions. He is presented as a statewide choice rather than a local favorite, signaling broad support to lead the state government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watson
Roosevelt for Second Term Drives Washington Headquarters
Senator Bourne of Oregon opened a Washington headquarters Monday to back Roosevelt for a second elective term. The move dampened Taft supporters who argue eight years is enough, while the public sentiment pressures the President to heed the people’s edict and consider stepping aside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senator Bourne
Oregon
Roosevelt
Davidson boomers push for congress in Shelbyville race
Decatur county Republicans focus on the congressional contest as only four weeks remain before the Shelbyville convention on April 9. Supporters of Thomas FE Davidson believe his nomination chances grow brighter with each day and call for a large county delegation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Thomas FE. Davidson
Shelbyville
Decatur County
County Unit Local Option Makes Liquor Ban Clear
The Bulletin of Indiana Anti-Saloon League argues for county local option to ban saloons, citing majority rule and the county as a key policing unit. It notes saloons drive crime, pauperism, and insanity, and asserts counties should vote to exclude liquor traffic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Congress
Theodore Roosevelt
New York
United States Supreme Court
United States
Logansport
Buck Stanley
Bulletin of
Indiana
Tobacco farming pitch by American Tobacco figure in Indiana
E W Hughes of the American Tobacco Company visited Saturday to interest landowners in growing tobacco. He cites Kentucky night riders as a reason for his trip to Indiana as crop destruction drives farmers to consider tobacco. He notes potential earnings of 150 to 200 dollars per acre in tobacco farming, per Shelbyville Republican.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E.W. Hughes
American Tobacco Company
Kentucky
Hughes
Indiana
Shelbyville
Bright Lining Inside Out Clouds Poem Reflection
A poem about turning clouds inside out to reveal their bright lining. The speaker seeks optimism by reframing gloom as light and hope.
Bradley Wins Ex Governor Bradley Elected U S Senator for Kentucky
Ex governor William O Connell Bradley was chosen by the Kentucky House to succeed James B McCreary in the U S Senate for a six year term starting March 4 1909. He won 64 votes amid Democratic defections and liquor force rumors, aided by four anti Beckham Democrats. Bradley pledged to repeal the tobacco six cent tax.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frankfort
House of Representatives
William O'Connell Bradley
James B. McCreary
United States Senate
H. S. McNutt
Albert Charlton
Chris Mueller
Beckham
Bradley
James McCreary
Lillard
William O. Bradley
Lancaster
Garrard County
R. M
Ella (Totten) Bradley
Kentucky
A. E. Willson
W. S. Taylor
Gen
P. Watt Hardin
Hardin
Louisville
Cure for Misery Promises Quick Relief with Electric Bitters
R M James of Louellen South Carolina endorses Electric Bitters as a cure for malaria misery. The tonic claims to break chills bilious attacks and jaundice, aiding stomach liver and kidney complaints and back pain. Sold at F M Henry & Co. with guarantee in 50 cent bottles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. M. James
Louellen, S. C
F. M. Henry & Co
Republican mass convention called in Decatur county Indiana
The notice invites all Republicans of Decatur county to a mass convention on March 6 1908 across townships to select delegates for state congressional and judicial conventions. Delegates align for nominations in Indianapolis and the November 1908 elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decatur County
Indiana
Indianapolis
Bartholomew
Decatur
Truthfulness Taught to Children and Parental Example
The piece urges parents to model truthfulness and conscientious behavior to guide children. It recounts a memory of returning a found button and reflecting on integrity, noting children imitate elders and misdeeds undermine trust. It argues honesty builds character and warns against everyday inconsistencies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eden Ae
Soil Improvement Train to Tour Indiana March 9–10
Arrangements completed for a soil improvement special train over the C H and D railroad in Indiana on March 9 and 10. The Purdue Experiment Station provides lectures and literature while the C H and D Co. operates the train.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
C. H. & D. Railroad Company
Purdue Experiment Station
Indianapolis
Cottage Grove
Liberty
Brownsville
Connersville
Glenwood
Rushville
Arlington
Morristown
Reedville
Julietta
Mitchellville
Maplewood
North Salem
Roachdale
Raccoon
Russellville
Marshall
Bloomingdale
Montezuma
Dana
Purdue offers cooperative crop tests to Indiana farmers
The Purdue University Agricultural Experiment Station will provide a limited number of leading corn, oats, cow peas, and soybean varieties free of charge for on-farm tests. Four or five suitable varieties per crop will be sent in quantities to plant a quarter acre of corn and one tenth acre of other crops, with instruction and a report at season end.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Purdue University Agricultural Experiment Station
Indiana
A. T. Wiancko
Agriculturist
Lafayette
Prohibition Convention Nominates Local Ticket
Prohibitionists held a county convention at the G A R hall last Friday with strong turnout. A platform calling for end of liquor traffic, reform of government, and woman suffrage was adopted and Hon Michael J Fanning of Philadelphia spoke. Nominees by acclamation include Representative Clarence Eward Sheriff John Walsman Treasurer William E Agnew Coroner John L Smith Surveyor Roy Hillman and Commissioners in two districts with delegates named for the state convention. The idle fellow is not resting he is rusting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. A. R. Hall
Michael J. Fanning
Philadelphia
Clarence Eward
John Walsman
William E. Agnew
John L. Smith
Roy Hill
Evangelist James Small Praised By Huntington Pastor
Cephas Shelburne, pastor of the Huntington Christian church, commends Evangelist James Small after a short Huntington meeting followed by Greensburg endorsement. Shelburne lauds Small as a great teacher, delivering a fresh, doctrinal sermon to an audience of seventeen hundred and praising his blunt, pioneer spirit and sincerity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cephas Shelburne
Christian Church At
Huntington
James Small
Greensburg
Bro. Shelburne
Indiana
Bro
Small
United Church
Gallagher
Destructive Seine Aims to Clean White River Fish
State Fish and Game Commissioner Z T Sweeney directs chief deputy E E Earle in seining White river at Indianapolis to remove carp gars and dog fish. If successful at Indianapolis the plan may extend to Columbus and other streams. the method faces difficulty capturing carp who bury in mud.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Sweeney
White River
Columbus
Columbus Republican
Cuban Professor Endorses Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy
Prof H A Howell of Howell's American School in Havana Cuba praises Chamberlains Cough Remedy after his baby suffered a severe cold. He credits the remedy with prompt relief and life saving recovery within three days. For sale at Battertons drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
H. A. Howell
Howell
Havana
Cuba
Batterton
Also Mentioned on This Page
Greensburg, Indiana
Luther D. Braden
Fairbanks’ Star
U.S
William 0. Bradley
U. S
Democratic
Republican Call
Washington Township
Grand Army Hall
Marion
Lowe's School
Fugit
Carmel
Clinton Township
Sandusky
Adams Township
Adams
Clay Township
Milford
Jackson Township
Bruce School House
Sandcreek Township
Westport
Saltcreek Township
Newpoint
Republican County Committee
J. P. Thomson
A. L. Dickey
Ness
Pricilla
Washington Eee
RRO
Mage Cac
Hacen Adams
Clay Jackson
Sandcreek
Marion Baltoregh
Apostle
Paul
Havana, Cuba
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