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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1908
Page
10
Taft says a Republican tariff and labor laws will lift American workers, opposing free trade and European pauper labor. He cites court rulings against unions, notes higher U S wages than Europe, and argues GOP policies guarantee steady work and broad prosperity for all workers.
German-Americans overall favor Taft citing his backing of the gold standard and protection for American industry. They support public services like rural delivery irrigation forests and agriculture while deeming Bryan’s platform wasteful. Despite initial protest from German-American leaders, many Democrats and Republicans back Taft for stability and opposition to Bryan’s perceived class-based policies.
A Nebraska farmer grumbles that a reaper costs $10 more than in 1896. The storekeeper recalls selling the old reaper for 600 bushels of corn at 10 cents a bushel and offers a new reaper, a survey for the farmer’s wife, and $60 in cash if the corn is produced now. The farmer concedes prosperity exists somewhere.
The Home Herald asserts Taft embodies sincerity faithfulness purity and kindness with an unwavering devotion to duty. It notes his Unitarian faith and willingness to risk the presidency rather than hide beliefs, arguing actions reveal true Christianity.
The passage argues that many Democrats distrust Bryan and prefer a President who prioritizes business interests over Roosevelt style reforms. Employers and professionals doubt a candidate who claims Roosevelt’s achievements are negligible compared with future actions.
The San Francisco Chronicle notes that wage earners desire employment, while ongoing business and work opportunities flourish during periods of financial stability and industrial peace, underscoring a balanced path to prosperity.
Taft states he will travel south to Kentucky Tennessee North Carolina Virginia and Maryland to deliver speeches. He aims to show southern voters they are part of the Union and should support Republicans to gain national influence.
The list of $100 plus contributions, published at Mr. Bryan's request, lacks affidavits. Neither Mack, Ridder, nor ex-Treasurer Yaskell were sworn, leaving the list possibly incomplete and not compromising unless Charles J. Hughes’s $45,000 Denver corporate attorney check challenges Bryan.
A 1908 act extends compensation to about 75,000 federal workers in arsenals navy yards and other hazardous government roles. Benefits cover up to one year of full pay during disability and continue to dependents if death occurs. Administration rests with the Secretary of Commerce and Labor with strict reporting and examination rules.
A terse remark contrasts Taft's stated aims with his deeds, shaping public perception of his leadership style. The line underscores expectations that words and actions align in the evolving political narrative.
Bishop W F Oldham head of the Methodist Episcopal Church in Southern Asia, based in Singapore, spoke to Chicago ministers at the First Methodist Church urging support for the current administration in the Philippines. He cited missionary progress and growth from 4,000 to 28,000 members, urging ministers to stand by the party in power to avoid demagogic experiments.
T R Travis of Kansas City warned in Owaha that traveling salesmen may back Bryan but most are Republicans. He said Bryan's win would freeze orders for a year as firms fear others’ reactions and bank runs, stressing this is a matter of business risk rather than politics.
The piece in Denver critiques Mr. Bryan’s campaign rhetoric and tactics. It contrasts vague dangerous theory with shrewd practical strategy, warning that Bryan’s proposals on trusts patent medicine banking and party battles undermine credibility.
The St. Louis Globe Democrat notes labor union leaders praising Taft and pledging to vote for him as he campaigns through Ohio West Virginia and New Jersey. It says unions are strong in those regions and taft receives cordial greetings, prompting Democrats to accuse bribery.
The Springfield Republican notes Mr. Bryan did not gain by attacking Governor Hughes over his veto of the two-cent fare bill. It argues the veto reflected support for railroad rate regulation by commissions with mandatory powers, not corporate influence, and criticizes the idea of commissions regulating fares while the legislature also acts.
The Baltimore Sun notes corporations are barred from giving to the Bryan fund but observes that several large subscribers are corporate magnates, raising concerns that some contributions may originate from corporations.
The New York World asserts that if Taft is elected he will immediately redeem his pledge by calling a special session of Congress upon inauguration to revise the tariff.
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