Taft Wins National Victory and Local Republican Gains
Election results show Taft chosen as chief executive for four years with strong gains in Indiana and Decatur county. Bryan’s losses in the East contrasted with Western gains. Republicans sweep county tickets except sheriff. Watson defeated for governor in this county. Gompers and labor issues noted. remarks on political sentiment and future cabinet mentions.
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Taft
Roosevelt
Bryan
Indiana
Marshall
Watson
Lindsey C. Jackson
People’s Party
Socialist Labor
Bartholomew County
Jennings
Ripley
Shelby
Decatur County
How to Get Strong
P J Daly of 1247 West Congres Street Chicago touts Electric Bitters as a tonic that strengthens the old and feeble mother with gains in flesh and relief from insomnia. The remedy quickens recovery from stomach liver and kidney complaints and is sold under guarantee at F M Henry's drug store for 50 cents. Now is the time to subscribe.
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P. J. Daly
West Congres Street
Chicago
F. M. Henry’s
Indiana Sixth District Returns Barnard as Congressman
The Sixth District shows Judge W. O. Barnard of New Castle elected by about 1,100 votes. He and Congressman Crumpacker of Valparaiso are the only Republicans elected from Indiana. Barnard's plurality is 1,103 amid statewide losses.
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D. A. Myers
Prohis
Watson
William O’donnell
Columbus
Phillips
Congress
W. O. Barnard
New Castle
Crumpacker
Valparaso
Indiana
Barnard
Rushville Crowd Welcomes Gov Candidate Watson With Triumph
The Rushville Republican reports a massive three thousand strong welcome for Hon. J. E. Watson on Saturday night. The arrival stirred cheers and tears as he spoke briefly in downtown Rushville and again at the Grand theater. Citizens call it the greatest day in Rush county political history.
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Rushville
J. E. Watson
Watson
Grand Theater
Shaman Sea
Republican
Rush County
They Take the Kinks Out with Dr. Kings Pills
A Pittsburg man N. H. Brown touts Dr Kings New Life Pills for long use with growing satisfaction claiming they clear the stomach liver and bowels without fuss. The ad promises guaranteed satisfaction at F M Henrys drug store for 25 cents.
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Dr. King
N. H. Brown
Pittsburg
Narrow Escape for Meat Wagon Driver
John Fey of Link and Bobrink narrowly escaped death Monday morning when a Big Four switch engine struck his wagon as he tried to cross tracks north of North street. He leaped free just before the collision and was badly shaken. The wagon and horse were damaged with an estimated loss of about 75 dollars.
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John Fey
Link & Bobrink
Fey
North Street
Meeting of the Fortnightly Club at Miss Stewart’s home
The Fortnightly Club met at Miss Kate Stewart’s East Central Avenue home on Monday afternoon. Guests included Mesdames Marsh Gover Judson Dils Edgar Mendenhall P H Spehn and Miss Glenn of Terre Haute. The program featured readings on great men and reminiscences of Indiana governors.
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Kate Stewart
East Central Avenue
Mesdames Marsh Gover
Judson Dils
Edgar Mendenhall
P. H. Spehn
Miss Glenn
Terre Haute
Tore
Will Cumback
James Whitcomb
Oliver P. Morton
Mesdames
Court Dismissals And Support Order Issued In Indiana Case
In circuit court W C Pulse versus W F Martin and Michael Gannon were dismissed with costs taxed to the plaintiff. State of Indiana ex rel Thomas Terrell versus Frank Deen trustee was called and dismissed. State of Indiana versus Ed Williams found to pay child support of 1 to 2 dollars weekly until age twelve, with sentence suspended at Southern Indiana Reformatory.
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State of Indiana
Thomas Terrell
Frank Deen
Washington Township
Ed Williams
Southern Indiana Reformatory
Hollensbe Completes Home Built Automobile Simplicity
Ira J. Hollensbe finished a self made automobile named Simplicity. The twenty five horsepower vehicle features a seven inch stroke engine, double seating with rear entry from the front, and a bed that raises to expose all machinery for top access. He built it over about two years and tested it publicly Tuesday attracting much attention.
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Ira J. Hollensbe
Hollensbe
City Council Debates Lighting, Water Works and Street Plans
City Council met in regular session Monday with all members present. A petition for an electric light on Fifth and Seventh streets was referred to committee. A report on lighting at West and Sheridan streets was received. Hart noted water works extension completed. Finance asks City Treasurer to draw funds from County Treasurer to cover current expenses. Michigan Avenue southeast improvements continued to December 7. A request to vacate south Franklin street in the old cemetery passed with Mayor Thomson voting aye. Treasurer reported total on hand 8956.27. Dr. C B Grover sought appointment as Secretary for the City Board of Health.
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Fifth
Seventh Streets
West
Sheridan Streets
Hart
Michigan Avenue Southeast
Franklin Street
Old Cemetery
Elder
Vogel
Nays- Hornung
Miller
Robison
Thomson
C. B. Grover
City Board of Health
Alford Barnes Sets Fast Rural Mail Run Record
Alford Barnes on rural route No. five completed a 26 mile mail run in 1 hour 37 minutes with 56 stops. He rode a Ford with Claude Deweese as chauffeur. The previous record holder Paul Perry finished the same 26 mile route by motorcycle in 1 hour 50 minutes.
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Treas
Washington Township
Fugit
Clarksburg Oak
Kingston
Clinton Township
Sandusky
Adams Township
St. Paul
Downeyville
Turner’s Corner
Jackson Township
Sardinia
Grange Hall
Sandcreek Township
Sig Harris City
Cheod, CB
E Ees
Westport
Westport, S
Eee
Saltcreek Township
Newpoint
Soo
Alford Barnes
Claude Deweese
Chaffuer
Paul Perry
First Aid for Burns with Chamberlain's Salve
Advice on treating minor burns or scal injuries with Chamberlain's Salve. Applied on a soft cloth, it relieves pain quickly and aids healing without scarring if not severe. Sold at Batterton's drug store.
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Chamberlain
Batterton’s Drug Store
How to Treat A Sprain
How to treat a sprain with Chamberlain's Pain Balm. The liniment relieves swelling and soreness and speeds healing. Used for sprains, it claims quicker recovery and easier motion.
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Chamberlain
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