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02 May 1902
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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1902
Page
1
One year in the county. One year out of the county if not paid in advance 1.50. The note states a deduction of 100 dollars.
A 1902 voters plea urges backing the Carnegie library and the Republican ticket in Friday May 2 ballots. The message urges public support for the library proposition as a benefit to future generations.
Senator Beveridge delivered a terse vigorous speech at the State convention outlining Republican doctrine highlighting principles and party platform positions.
Frank Batterton states that if elected City Treasurer he will not ask his wife to run the office and will attend to the duties personally.
Citizens are urged to vote on the library measure to gauge public sentiment. The message emphasizes that the ballot is about measuring opinion rather than binding action.
In the same issue the Daily Graphic ridicules an evening rival for trailing its coverage while noting an editorial was stolen bodily from the North Vernon San. The item highlights editorial practices and interpaper jabs in a single issue.
A striking coincidence draws attention as the largest elephant in the world is scheduled to visit on Tuesday. The event is presented as a sign of Republican victory.
Cast one full vote for Geo S Dickey former Sheriff and Union soldier noted for courage and devotion to fellow citizens and public interests in this election.
Former Cleveland cabinet member Hon. J Sterling Merron died at his son’s home in Lake Forest Illinois on Sunday. He lived in Nebraska City and was a prominent gold Democrat.
The Daily Graphic appears to have dropped the politics eliminated feature during Editor Glidewell’s summer purge. The missing column was once prominent and noted for political commentary.
A strong duo of young business men, Reed and Lathrop, are praised for managing their affairs well and are urged to gain mayoralty trust to faithfully look after the city’s interests.
The Democratic organ promises unique local interest photographs of Democratic politicians who were stepped on by the GOP elephant after Tuesday.
Greensburg officials compare annual public school spending of about $14 000 with a proposed public library budget of 1 402 per year arguing the library would serve all enrolled students plus every adult citizen, totaling roughly four times the school attendance.
Among heavy taxpayers J. H. Christian and the Hittle estate back the library proposal as a temple of public spirit. The note urges readers to vote for the library.
A Greensburg Democratic organ and candidates oppose the free public library without a clear reason. They are described as acting out of habit and feminism rather than policy, highlighting partisan friction over library support.
The President declares he will enforce all federal laws governing trusts and railroad mergers to the letter. He says it is his duty to test current laws and push for amendments if needed, and asserts broad public support for tougher law enforcement.
Indianapolis April 24 A grand opening hour filled with cheers for Beveridge Fairbanks and other leaders as Indiana Republicans organize for the campaign. Beveridge lauded McKinley and Roosevelt, urged unity and reform, and a large press presence and strict seating aided smooth proceedings.
J A Wynn and his wife celebrated their golden wedding on Tuesday April 22 at their East Main street home. The event featured a fern and daisy floral bell, a dinner reminiscent of fifty years ago, and a white crepe shawl for the bride. Reverend Lathrop gave blessings, Mrs Wynn spoke, and Dr Cassell of Chicago University offered a selection. About 50 local friends called in the afternoon with messages from distant well wishers.
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